Single-player games like BackSlash
Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to BackSlash, 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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TowerFall Ascension
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.
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Nidhogg 2
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.
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Pocket Bravery
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
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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MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with BackSlash.
The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.
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Samurai GUNN
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
Samurai GUNN is a lightning-fast Bushido brawler for 2 to 4 players. Each samurai is armed with a sword and gunn, with only 3 bullets to a life. Strategy and quick reflexes are the key to deflecting bullets and sending your opponents’ heads rolling.
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BlazBlue Entropy Effect
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
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99Vidas
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
"99Vidas" is a "beat 'em up" set in a contemporary world that pays tribute to both the new and the classic in gaming industry. Brought to you in all pixelated, 16 bit-esque glory, chockfull of references to not only gaming, but all 80's and 90's pop culture.
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First Cut: Samurai Duel
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
Every strike is lethal in this blood-soaked sword fighting game. Slash, clash, parry, dodge and watch limbs fly. Choose your move carefully - the first cut is also the last.
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Olija
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
Olija is a game about Faraday's quest, a man shipwrecked then trapped in the mysterious country of Terraphage. Armed with a legendary harpoon, he and other castaways try to leave this hostile country to return to their homelands.
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Forestrike
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
Forestrike is a martial arts roguelite where every death brings you closer to winning the fight before it begins. Use your ‘Foresight’ ability to experiment without consequences before fighting for real until earning the ultimate reward - victory without ‘Foresight’.
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NINJA SLAYER NEO-SAITAMA IN FLAMES(ニンジャスレイヤー ネオサイタマ炎上)
Single-player alternative to BackSlash — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with BackSlash.
A fast-paced action platformer based on the world of Ninja Slayer, a hit manga that sold 4.44 million copies! In the fictional cyberpunk city of Neo-Saitama, take control of Ninja Slayer as he does battle with numerous evil ninjas, all to avenge the death of his wife and child.