Gamers facing internet outages or unreliable connections may find that not every title is accessible offline, with some PC games requiring an online licence check before launch for anti-piracy purposes, preventing access without a connection even if the verification process is brief.
For players building a library of dependable offline experiences, including handheld PC users who cannot guarantee consistent connectivity, there remains a broad catalogue of titles spanning decades that function without internet access.
The best offline games on PC are:
Red Dead Redemption 2
Rockstar’s Western sequel continues to be regarded as a richly designed open-world experience, charting the gradual collapse of Dutch’s outlaw family against the backdrop of Gilded Age America. The narrative depth is matched by expansive activities ranging from train robberies to gunfights. While it adheres to familiar open-world structures, its missions and side activities are widely considered more rewarding than most comparable titles. After completing the campaign, players often experiment further using in-game cheats to create chaotic scenarios.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
With The Elder Scrolls VI still years from release, Bethesda has revisited one of its most celebrated role-playing titles through Oblivion Remastered. Updated using Unreal Engine 5, the game reintroduces a classic RPG to a new generation. The absence of digital rights management allows players to access the game offline without restriction, and mod support offers extensive gameplay alterations.
Blue Prince
Combining roguelike mechanics with adventure elements, Blue Prince places players inside Mt. Holly, a mysterious manor filled with puzzles, secrets and shifting rooms. Each in-game day requires players to choose which rooms to explore, with the ultimate objective of discovering room 46. As the manor’s layout resets daily, mastering its puzzles may take considerable time before the entire structure is revealed.
Hades II
Following the critical success of Hades, developer Supergiant Games expanded the formula in Hades II. The sequel introduces Melinoë, daughter of Hades and sister of Zagreus, as the playable protagonist. Her combat style differs significantly from her brother’s, offering returning players new mechanics to master. Defeating Chronos, the principal antagonist, demands sustained skill and progression.
Balatro
Balatro reimagines poker mechanics within a roguelike framework, challenging players to assemble scoring hands through strategic discards to earn chips and defeat blinds. As difficulty escalates and Boss Blinds obstruct advancement, players must adapt their strategies. Joker, Tarot and Planet Cards available between rounds introduce unique abilities that enhance scoring potential. The title emerged as a breakout independent success in 2024.
Pacific Drive
Set in a fictional Exclusion Zone on the Olympic Peninsula, Pacific Drive centres on survival within a landscape shaped by government experiments that have left it filled with paranormal threats. The player’s vehicle serves as the primary means of protection and progression, fostering a bond between driver and machine as they navigate the hazardous terrain.
With internet reliability varying widely, these titles continue to offer substantial single-player experiences without requiring an active connection, making them practical choices for 2026.
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