Single-player games like Sonic Forces
Below are 14 single-player Steam games similar to Sonic Forces, 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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Sonic Lost World
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sonic Forces.
When the Deadly Six threaten to destroy his world, Sonic’s new moves & power-ups are the only way to defeat them before it’s too late!
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Sonic Generations Collection
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Sonic Forces.
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
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Sonic Mania
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Sonic Forces.
Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.
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Sonic Adventure 2
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Sonic Forces.
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
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Sonic Frontiers
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Sonic Forces.
Experience Sonic like never before!
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sonic Forces.
The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day!
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SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Sonic Forces.
Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!
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Nikoderiko: The Magical World — Director’s Cut
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Sonic Forces.
Jump into adventure in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, a love letter to platformers! Play in single-player or couch co-op, and enjoy 8 colorful worlds, classic platforming challenges, and music by legendary composer David Wise.
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Sonic Colors: Ultimate
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Sonic Forces.
Join Sonic in the high-speed adventure of a lifetime across a colorful interstellar amusement park. Color the Universe in Sonic Colors: Ultimate!
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Sonic Origins
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Sonic Forces.
Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles, including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Sonic Forces.
Race across land, sea, air, space, and time in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Warp through Travel Rings into new dimensions where something new awaits around every twist and turn.
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Puyo Puyo™Tetris®
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Sonic Forces.
Two puzzle game juggernauts collide as global phenomenon Tetris® and SEGA’s famous Puyo Puyo™ combine in a super mash-up of ferocious competition, adorable looks, and addictive puzzle fun!
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Puyo Puyo Champions
Single-player alternative to Sonic Forces — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Easy to learn, tough to master! Challenge friends and family in local multiplayer or compete globally via online matchmaking. Built for all ages, this puzzle game comes with a surprisingly competitive edge.