Single-player games like Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Below are 24 single-player Steam games similar to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA, 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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Ys IX: Monstrum Nox
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.
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Tales of Berseria™
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.
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Ys X: Nordics
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Explore uncharted islands, engage in fast-paced action combat, and experience the high seas adventures of unlikely allies Adol and Karja in Ys X: Nordics!
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Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
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Cat Quest II
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!
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Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
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Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!
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God of War
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
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Darksiders™
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.
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Metroidvania Maker
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Create, play, and share custom Metroidvania worlds with a built-in world editor, co-op play, and player-made adventures.
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Beyond Good and Evil™
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Play as Jade, a young investigative reporter, and expose a terrible government conspiracy. It is up to you and your loyal pig friend Pey'j to save your planet and its inhabitants.
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The Binding of Isaac
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Now 20% More Evil with the Free Halloween update!
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Okami HD
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.
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DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.
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DARK SOULS™ II
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, DARK SOULS™ II is the highly anticipated sequel to the gruelling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward.
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Secrets of Grindea
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
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Sora no Kiseki the 1st
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kiseki series, a story-driven RPG that began in 2004, the landmark first installment, The Legend of Heroes: Sora no Kiseki FC (First Chapter), is receiving a full remake!
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
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Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.
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Ys Origin
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
Single-player alternative to Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Civil war has broken out across Erebonia. After his narrow escape from Trista, Rean will take up his sword again on a journey with his Divine Knight, Valimar, in search of his friends from Class VII and a way to end the conflict before its price becomes far too dear...