Top offline games for PC and download links

If you lose your internet connection for a while, you'll need some of the best offline games to keep you entertained. Luckily, there are dozens of games to choose from in case your internet connection is suddenly cut off. This list is also great for PC users who can't always guarantee a stable connection.

 

 

1. Red Dead Redemption 2

Nearly seven years after its initial release, Rockstar's sequel to the Wild West remains as captivating and professionally designed as ever. Set against the backdrop of Gilded Age America, the game creates one of the most moving stories and settings in gaming history. However, if you enjoy train robberies and gunfights, this game will also satisfy that.

 

Red Dead Redemption 2 is massive but doesn't lose its focus; it's epic on every level and combines Rockstar's penchant for meticulous detail with a surprising range of emotions.

2. Oblivion Remastered

Elder Scrolls 6 is still years away from release, but to help you kill time while you wait, Bethesda has given fans a trip back in time with Oblivion Remastered, taking us back to the golden age of role-playing games. Remade with Unreal Engine 5, Bethesda's best game has been modernized to appeal to a whole new audience.

 

As Nat Smith wrote in his review of Oblivion Remastered, "Oblivion Remastered proves that The Elder Scrolls 4 has stood the test of time. It's the perfect opportunity for new audiences to discover why it's so beloved, and a nostalgic return to Bethesda's golden age for long-time fans."

3. Blue Prince

Combining roguelike and adventure genres, Blue Prince takes you on a journey through Mount Holly, a mysterious manor filled with puzzles, secrets, and changing rooms. Each day, you are tasked with choosing which rooms to explore, with the ultimate goal being to reach the legendary Room 46. The manor's layout resets daily, so it may take some time to master the puzzles in each room before you can explore the entire manor.

 

Paul Kelly's review of Blue Prince perfectly encapsulates the game: "Incredibly creative, mysteriously captivating, and breathtakingly beautiful, Blue Prince easily ranks as one of the best puzzle games ever."

4. Hades 2

Hades 1 has arguably gone down in history as one of the best roguelike games of all time, and Supergiant Games has further refined its successful formula with Hades 2. The new game puts players in the role of Melinoë, Hades' youngest daughter and Zagreus' sister.

Mel has a completely different fighting style from her brother, offering veteran players a fresh experience as they become familiar with the entirely new mechanics unique to the Hell Princess.

5. Balatro

 

Balatro is a roguelike game inspired by poker, but it's actually nothing like poker – which is great for players who are weak at traditional card games. Instead, you build poker hands by strategically discarding cards to score enough chips and beat the blind bettors. However, as that number increases and the Boss Blinds block your way to the next betting level, you'll have to resort to bluffing.

You can purchase Joker, Tarot, and Planet cards from the shop between rounds, each possessing unique abilities that help you collect bonus chips and progress as the odds of winning heavily favor your opponent. Compact yet powerful, Balatro is a groundbreaking indie game of 2024 and one of the most popular games at PCGamesN.

6. Pacific Drive

When your vehicle is your primary means of escaping the dangers of a radioactive wasteland, you'll become more attached to it than ever. In the case of Pacific Drive, you find yourself trapped within the boundaries of a fictional Forbidden Zone, located on the Olympic Peninsula. The government has conducted a series of experiments in this area, resulting in a desolate wasteland teeming with supernatural forces.

7. Slay the Spire

 

Card games and roguelites are some of the best offline games, especially if you play on a laptop or Steam Deck, and Slay the Spire represents the best of both genres. You choose one of a few character classes and battle through multiple stages to climb to the top of the tower. What keeps the game fresh through hundreds of climbs is the variety of cards and the potential combinations you can create in a single playthrough.

8. Vampire Survivors

If you enjoy offline gaming while commuting or traveling, you'll likely want a game that isn't too demanding mechanically. Vampire Survivors is a roguelike game where you don't need to engage in any battles. Instead, your goal is to survive hordes of shadowy monsters by choosing different upgrades and building a powerful character.

Your attacks are fully automatic, but you still have to move your character, which makes the game easy to play even if you're not using a desktop with a mouse and keyboard. It's very easy to get started and is a great budget PC game that you could spend hundreds of hours playing without even realizing it.

The joy comes from slowly discovering hundreds of secrets and weapon upgrades that you can use to become stronger and progress in the game.

9. Elden Ring

FromSoftware's first open-world game is both beautiful and harsh, a series of profound reflections on mistrust, the pursuit of power, and the nature of life and death. Elden Ring is entirely playable offline. However, the major trade-off is that you won't be able to see messages from other players. 

"A collection of FromSoft's best works, moved to a whole new space," Jordan Forward commented in his Elden Ring review. "Elden Ring is not only a masterpiece by the developer's high standards, but by packing so much content into Lands Between, it has paved the way for open-world games in general."

The best thing about playing offline is that you can use many of your favorite Elden Ring mods to enhance your gaming experience, making defeating the bosses in Elden Ring even more enjoyable.

10. Baldur's Gate 3

Larianism has grown significantly over the past decade, and Baldur's Gate 3 is the culmination of it all. The game boasts a compelling storyline from the start, drawing players in with the premise that the main characters and your companions all have parasites in their heads, threatening to awaken them and transform them into Mind Flayers.

Combined with a robust combat system that encourages strategic planning, the gameplay and storyline blend seamlessly to create one of the best RPGs of all time. "The world of Baldur's Gate 3 is beautiful, multi-layered, and complex, challenging you to explore it in your own way. The compelling storyline gives your decisions a weight rarely seen in games of this scale."

11. Crusader Kings 3

Popes and princes are all under your control in Crusader Kings 3, along with everyone else. Nothing can stop your ambition to dominate the world. The path to success is almost endless and always unpredictable, thanks to the detailed personalities of everyone you meet.

"Crusader Kings 3 successfully modernizes the medieval strategy game series, retaining many of its strengths and adding some exciting new ideas." "While still needing some refinement, it's a worthy successor to the series' crown."

12. Disco Elysium

ZA/UM's debut game is considered one of the best modern RPGs, telling a seemingly bleak story of emotional distress about an oppressed investigator solving a perplexing case and encountering people even more troubled than himself. Beneath the somber exterior lies a deeper and more thoughtful account of the struggles people face in their daily lives.

Disco Elysium has a dark humor lurking in almost everything, which is just part of what makes the game's narrative quality among the best in the genre. "Disco Elysium is a completely unique RPG, setting new standards for the genre in terms of exploration and dialogue, and is a brilliantly written tragicomedy about our inability to let go of core elements of identity."

13. Psychonauts 2

The sequel to Double Fine for the original Psychonauts may have been long awaited, but it was worth the wait. Raz's adventures continue spectacularly as he tracks down a traitor within Psychonauts and attempts to reconcile with his unforgiving family—or he would have done all of this if Psychonauts hadn't turned him into a lowly intern.

'The game is brimming with stunning worlds and unexpected interactions, along with a colorful cast of characters that are both funny, realistic, and lovable. Double Fine rarely fails, but this time they've achieved resounding success.'

Beneath its seemingly crazy exterior lies a deeper and more meaningful message about mental health and acceptance. This adventure is unlike any other and deservedly won the PCGN 2021 award for best storyline.

14. Tales of Arise

Bandai has revived the long-running Tales of… series with Arise, nearly perfecting the combat system and placing a strong emphasis on the storyline with an intelligent narrative full of profound meaning. Tales of Arise has a beautiful appearance, but hidden beneath that glamour is a dark heart of oppression and prejudice. Bandai explores its themes with surprising balance and sensitivity.

"Tales of Arise takes the foundations that made the series a success, but elevates them to a new level, making everything better than ever. The combat system is tighter, with more choices and more impressive battles than ever before."

15. Portal 2

Portal 2 is a puzzle game that demands strong logical thinking and good teamwork skills when playing co-op. Your task is to find your way through a series of increasingly complex rooms, where you must connect passageways and open portals to inaccessible areas, but it sounds easier than it actually is.

This is one of the best games of all time, with both a standalone single-player mode and a local co-op mode, taking us back to the simple days of playing co-op with friends or siblings after school before everything went online.

Portal 2 may not be the most relaxing offline game in the world, but it's certainly one of the most enjoyable.

16. Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is the perfect relaxing game to play when you just want to get away from the world. Escape the power grid and build your own farm, make tough decisions as you decide where to invest your profits, and make friends along the way as you amaze your neighbors with your crops.

Although it supports multiplayer, playing Stardew Valley without an internet connection allows for a more immersive experience as you live a simple life with minimal technology, gathering resources, mining materials, and crafting tools in a traditional way.

You can take your farming experience to the next level by using this list of the best Stardew Valley mods, including quality-of-life tweaks, visual upgrades, and even the ability to add Pokemon to the game.

17. Ninja Gaiden 4

Team Ninja has partnered with action game experts Platinum Games to create the sequel to this long-running series, delivering a revived version of the lightning-fast and bloody combat we all know and love. Alternately controlling the ninja prodigy Yakumo and the legendary Ryu Hayabusa, you must battle your way through dangerous monsters and robotic soldiers to save Tokyo from an otherworldly threat.

After a 13-year hiatus, Team Ninja reaffirmed its position as one of the best developers in the genre. 'Ninja Gaiden 4 revives a long-forgotten legacy. Technological advancements in camera and combat animation overshadow the limitations of enemies and level variety.'

18. Resident Evil Requiem

Resident Evil has been a gold standard for horror experiences for the past 30 years, and, despite a few setbacks, Capcom's zombie-slaying franchise continues to surprise and delight with each installment. Requiem is like a compilation of the best action sequences, full of references and guest appearances that will delight longtime fans. But that doesn't mean it's unfamiliar to new players, as one of the secondary protagonists, Grace, is herself entirely new to the series.

"Resident Evil Requiem encapsulates three decades of fan enjoyment into a single product, while still maintaining its position as a core part of the series." "While not without its clichés, and the new protagonist needing some time to get used to, Requiem ultimately achieves the balance between action and horror that Capcom has struggled with over the years."

Resident Evil games are perfect if you enjoy hunting for secrets and other interesting items.

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