Single-player games like Darksiders Genesis
Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to Darksiders Genesis, 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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Grim Dawn
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
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Darksiders™
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
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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The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
In the second part of the unfolding saga that could also be enjoyed independently, you can explore new corners of this unique world and experience the mix of old-school gothic and mad science, with more action, powerful foes and plenty of stunning places to visit.
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Victor Vran ARPG
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!
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Diablo® IV
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.
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Last Epoch
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.
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The Ascent
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?
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Killsquad
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Darksiders Genesis.
Hack and slash? Check. Twin-stick-shooter? Check. 4 player coop to slay hordes of aliens & bosses with your friends? Check. Skills, upgrades, weapons, gears, talismans and more to make you stronger? Check. Wake up, bounty hunter. We have a mission for you. Time to clean up the scum of the galaxy.
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Prince of Persia®
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
The critically acclaimed Prince of Persia® franchise returns for the first time on next-generation platforms with an all-new epic journey. Built by the same award-winning Ubisoft Montreal studio that created Assassin's Creed™, Prince of Persia has been in development for over three years to deliver a whole new action-adventure gaming...
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Prince of Persia: Warrior Within™
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Enter the dark underworld of Prince of Persia Warrior Within, the sword-slashing sequel to the critically acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time™. Hunted by Dahaka, an immortal incarnation of Fate seeking divine retribution, the Prince embarks upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death.
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Assassin's Creed™: Director's Cut Edition
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Assassin's Creed™ is the next-gen game developed by Ubisoft Montreal that redefines the action genre. While other games claim to be next-gen with impressive graphics and physics, Assassin's Creed merges technology, game design, theme and emotions into a world where you instigate chaos and become a vulnerable, yet powerful, agent of...
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Metroidvania
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Explore a dark pixel-art metroidvania filled with fast-paced combat, challenging bosses, hidden secrets, and rewarding exploration as you unlock new paths through a mysterious world.
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Castle Crashers®
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
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Path of Exile
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
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Wayfinder
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Darksiders Genesis.
Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.
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Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Rise Against Ruin - Unite a party of League of Legends Champions, explore Bilgewater and set sail for the Shadow Isles to uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist in this immersive turn-based RPG.
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Battle Chasers: Nightwar
Single-player alternative to Darksiders Genesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.