Single-player games like ZED
Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to ZED, 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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Riven
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.
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Obduction
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
A new sci-fi adventure from Cyan, the creators of Myst. Abducted far across the universe, you find yourself on a broken alien landscape with odd pieces of Earth. Explore, uncover, solve, and find a way to make it home.
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Firmament
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
Firmament is a new puzzle-adventure game by the legendary game studio behind the best-selling games Myst and Riven. Featuring deep storytelling and world-building, discover the story of this seemingly abandoned world as you explore and unlock the mysteries of 3 unique Realms… and beyond!
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EDENGATE: The Edge of Life
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and Casual with ZED.
Mia Lorenson, wakes up in an abandoned hospital full of questions. What happened to her? What happened to the world? Edengate: The Edge of Life is an interactive experience reflecting on feelings of uncertainty, isolation and hope in the face of devastation.
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Last Day of June
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
A deep, interactive adventure about love and loss, beautifully depicted and offering an intense cinematic experience. What would you do to save the one you love?
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ADR1FT
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
ADR1FT is the story of an astronaut who wakes up floating silently in space amongst the debris of destroyed space station…the only survivor of a catastrophic event, left with no memory, a critically damaged EVA suit leaking oxygen and no way home.
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Dear Esther
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
Begin a journey through one of the most original first-person games of recent years.
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MIND: Path to Thalamus Enhanced Edition
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with ZED.
MIND: Path to Thalamus is a First Person Puzzler that throws you into a fantastic and surreal environment. You will bend the natural elements to your will in order to progress in this emotive, mindbending tale. Now also in Virtual Reality!
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Sanitarium
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with ZED.
Originally released in 1998 on PC, and awarded as the Adventure Game of the Year, The timeless horror point-and-click, Sanitarium, is returning to frighten the bravest adventure game fans.
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The Manhole: Masterpiece Edition
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and Casual with ZED.
In 1988 you met Mr. Rabbit and a host of his friends in the World of the Manhole. Your friends are still here, but they've done some remodeling. Prepare for a grand adventure in the world of the Manhole Masterpiece Edition. A world of epic wonder and whimsical magic.
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Spelunx and the Caves of Mr. Seudo
Single-player alternative to ZED — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and Casual with ZED.
Professor Spelunx and Mr. Seudo are studying Planet X, a place full of mystery and adventure. There's a surprise around every turn, a huge world to explore and dozens of mini-games to enjoy. Spelunx and the Caves of Mr.