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Single-player games like Hypnorain

Below are 12 single-player Steam games similar to Hypnorain, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.

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Ranked picks

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    The Power Latch Kid — Steam game cover

    The Power Latch Kid

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Play as the Power Latch Kid in this classic arcade style twin-stick shump! Enjoy the complex gameplay experience of physics melding with shooting anarchy! How long can you stand to dwell within the crushing madness of the Amalgotron?

    2023ActionIndie2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Waves — Steam game cover

    Waves

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    2011ActionIndieFreeDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Neptunia Shooter — Steam game cover

    Neptunia Shooter

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Hypnorain.

    Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.

    2019Action4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Deathsmiles — Steam game cover

    Deathsmiles

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!

    2016ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Phoenix Force — Steam game cover

    Phoenix Force

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Hypnorain.

    Phoenix Force is a shoot 'em up about a group of phoenixes that fight big and strong mythological creatures in over 100 levels. It takes the boss battle as the foundation for every level, creating engaging and challenging fast battles that will require your best strategies and reflexes.

    2014Action0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    BLUE REVOLVER — Steam game cover

    BLUE REVOLVER

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

    2016ActionIndie14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Star Saviors — Steam game cover

    Star Saviors

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.

    2016ActionStrategyIndie1.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Gun Wings — Steam game cover

    Gun Wings

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    A mysterious meteorite from deep space was detected approaching the Solar System, before the meteorite is due to hit the Earth, three of the girls who had their bodies modified as weapons are sent, along with all the hopes of humanity, to destroy the meteorite and save mankind...

    2015ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Speebot — Steam game cover

    Speebot

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Hypnorain.

    Explore a robot populated world while jumping across sea platforms, solving puzzles, operating drones and more. Tons of levels, tons of fun!

    2017IndieAdventureCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Phantom Path — Steam game cover

    Phantom Path

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Hypnorain.

    Explore the ruins of a lost ancient city, uncover the mystery of its esoteric technology, and claim its incredible treasure as your own.

    2020IndieAdventureCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pilie Pals — Steam game cover

    Pilie Pals

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Hypnorain.

    Lead a group of adorable creatures known as Pilies and help them climb and stack their way to the goal in this unique and family-friendly puzzle game!

    2021IndieCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Citadelic — Steam game cover

    Citadelic

    Single-player alternative to Hypnorain — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Hypnorain.

    Citadelic is a base building and defending strategy game with roguelite elements. Survive against waves of constantly evolving enemies while expanding your base and managing resources.

    2023ActionStrategyIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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