On Steam, there are countless games. Some of them were programmed by just one developer and even managed to hold their own against big AAA titles. MeinMMO presents 10 of the best games that were developed by a single person.
What will you learn in this list? For each title in this list, you will find out briefly what the game is about and what kind of game it actually is. The developers of the games are also important because they were often completely on their own or started their projects without assistance. For some developers, the success of their games has paid off, allowing them to hire additional staff to produce new content or sequels.
The first game is a lesser-known indie title that resembles classics like Metroid.
10. Axiom Verge
Developer: Thomas Happ Games LLC | Release Date: May 14, 2015 | Rating on Steam: 90 % Positive (6,280 reviews) | Price: €17.99
What kind of game is this? After an accident in your lab, you awaken as a scientist in a strange and alien-infested world. With tons of weapons, you must fight your way through the labyrinth full of bizarre creatures to discover where you actually are and what happened to you after the accident.
Axiom Verge is a 2D sidescroller and is referred to as a Metroidvania. This is a genre that originated from the two classics Metroid and Castlevania. A Metroidvania usually has a large, interconnected world. By finding new tools or other items, you gain access to previously locked areas. Of course, dangerous monsters and bosses will be in your way everywhere.
Who is the developer? Tom Happ founded his own studio, Thomas Happ Games LLC, in 2013. Previously, he worked on games like NFL Street or the real-time strategy game Grey Goo until he had his first solo success with Axiom Verge. The sequel to the popular Metroidvania, Axiom Verge 2, was already released in 2022 on Steam.
