Single-player games like Punch Planet - Early Access
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Punch Planet - Early Access, 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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Fantasy Strike
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
A fighting game designed from the ground up to be so easy to control that even non-fighting game players can play it, yet deep enough to play in tournaments. Vibrant graphics and excellent online play.
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FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
FOOTSIES is a simple 2D ground-based fighting game that both new and experienced players can pick up and enjoy right away. Featuring online battle mode with rollback netcode, implemented using GGPO open-source codes.
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Rushdown Revolt
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Rushdown Revolt is a platform fighter featuring 12 dazzlingly unique characters and best-in-the-business rollback netcode.
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Iron Saga VS
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Take control of an assortment of superb mechs and engage in thrilling combat with other enthusiasts on the same battlefield! In addition to original mecha, well-known IPs such as "Mazinger Z" and “Dancouga – Super Beast Machine God” also ready for the mecha war!
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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is a fast-paced 1v1 fighter where you battle as your favorite characters from the Avatar franchise. Featuring hand-drawn 2D animation true to the series’ roots, proprietary rollback netcode, and full cross-play for smooth, competitive gameplay.
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Them's Fightin' Herds
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Them’s Fightin’ Herds is a 2D fighting game featuring a cast of adorable animals designed by acclaimed cartoon producer Lauren Faust. Beneath the cute and cuddly surface, a serious fighter awaits!
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Pocket Bravery
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo Pocket' aesthetic for a modern fighting game with a retro twist!
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Roof Rage
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Roof Rage is a Martial Arts Platform Fighter featuring epic rooftop battles. Play with up to 8 players locally or 1vs1 online.
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Street Fighter® IV
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Street Fighter® IV brings the legendary fighting series back to its roots by taking the beloved fighting moves and techniques of the original Street Fighter® II, and infusing them with Capcom's latest advancements in next generation technology.
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Ultra Street Fighter® IV
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV.
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Skullgirls 2nd Encore
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Punch Planet - Early Access.
--Main Stage Game at Evo 2022!-- The ultimate Skullgirls experience: Featuring 14 hand-animated characters, fully voiced story mode, countless palettes, and unparalleled GGPO-based multiplayer netcode.
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TEKKEN 7
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals.
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GUILTY GEAR
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
The origin of the series, the abnormality of the fighting game genre, now returns... HEAVEN or HELL？LET'S Rock！
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Street Fighter™ 6
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
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Mortal Kombat 1
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Single-player alternative to Punch Planet - Early Access — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Punch Planet - Early Access.
Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!