Single-player games like Shotgun Legend
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Shotgun Legend, 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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Broken Armor
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
A knight exiled from his kingdom must find the holy grail if he is to return.
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UFO 50
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
UFO 50 is a collection of 50 single and multiplayer games that span a variety of genres, from platformers and shoot 'em ups to puzzle games, roguelites, and RPGs. Our goal is to combine a familiar 8-bit aesthetic with new ideas and modern game design.
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Legend of Dungeon
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Legend of Dungeon is a randomly generated action RPG Beat'em'up with heavy Rogue-like elements, striking visuals, and dynamic music.
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Hammerwatch
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
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Pixel Descent
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Pixel Descent is an action rogue-lite in which you navigate a series of complex dungeons packed to the brim with monsters that want you dead. Sign the contract and descend into the deepest depths of the abyss knowing full well that you will definitely die there, it's just a matter of when.
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Mercenary Kings: Reloaded Edition
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!
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Abathor
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
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Children of Morta
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?
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The Hard Game
Single-player alternative to Shotgun Legend — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shotgun Legend.
Can you beat these five HARD levels? Who knows, you may just get some "lovely rewards" for your efforts!