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Single-player games like My Time at Sandrock

Below are 18 single-player Steam games similar to My Time at Sandrock, 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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    My Time at Portia — Steam game cover

    My Time at Portia

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!

    2019IndieAdventureSimulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Coral Island — Steam game cover

    Coral Island

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.

    2023StrategyIndieAdventure29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Potion Brew: Co-op — Steam game cover

    Potion Brew: Co-op

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with My Time at Sandrock.

    You need this game to forget about your life cares and become the best alchemist of this fantasy world with your friends! An alchemy shop keeper game offers you to brew potions for your customers, loot the ingredients in the forest, trade with sellers and compete with rivals.

    2023SimulationCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Luma Island — Steam game cover

    Luma Island

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Get ready to explore, farm, fish, mine, craft, and raise magical Lumas as you solve puzzles and embark on quests across Luma Island. Play solo, or team up with friends in 1-4 player online co-op. Choose relaxing Cozy, challenging Adventure, or epic Hero mode to match your mood and playstyle.

    2024IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Stardew Valley — Steam game cover

    Stardew Valley

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with My Time at Sandrock.

    You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

    2016IndieSimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Kyma — Steam game cover

    Kyma

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with My Time at Sandrock.

    Kyma is a wacky game blending RPG and life simulation. Help Fropin manage the city, customize it, decorate your house, create factories and gardens. Look for your missing mother by discovering amazing places and characters!

    2021IndieSimulationRPG9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Everbloom — Steam game cover

    Everbloom

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Everbloom is a cute and cozy social farming sim set in a world of whimsy - grow buckets of popcorn right on the plant and make chocolate milk by feeding your cows candy bars. Grow, care, build, decorate, and explore the world of Everbloom solo or with your friends.

    2027IndieAdventureSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Dinkum — Steam game cover

    Dinkum

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends.

    2025IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Palia — Steam game cover

    Palia

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.

    2024IndieAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Rune Factory 4 Special — Steam game cover

    Rune Factory 4 Special

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with My Time at Sandrock.

    Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

    2021RPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Starsand Island — Steam game cover

    Starsand Island

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with My Time at Sandrock.

    Tired of the city grind? Escape to Starsand Island and embrace the simple joys of country life! Live alongside capybaras, cats, and dogs, reel in a big catch, and explore the enchanting Moonlit Forest. Leave the hustle behind and experience the charm of this seaside paradise.

    2026IndieSimulationRPG27.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma — Steam game cover

    Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and RPG with My Time at Sandrock.

    Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.

    2025ActionAdventureRPG59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time — Steam game cover

    FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with My Time at Sandrock.

    Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.

    2025RPG59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Let's School — Steam game cover

    Let's School

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with My Time at Sandrock.

    Dive into the exhilarating role of a headmaster entrusted to revive your alma mater! Beyond just bricks and mortar, train teachers, recruit students. Sculpt your school into a unique educational haven! Let's School!

    2023IndieSimulationCasual19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Planet Explorers — Steam game cover

    Planet Explorers

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    Planet Explorers is an open world sandbox adventure RPG game set on a distant planet. The game uses a new OpenCL calculated voxel system to allow players to change the terrain in any way, create new objects such as weapons, vehicles, objects, and do it anywhere.

    2016ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ever Forward — Steam game cover

    Ever Forward

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    A girl trapped in a strange world somewhere between reality and imagination. Help her find her way in this adventure puzzle game.

    2020StrategyIndieAdventure14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ever Forward Prologue — Steam game cover

    Ever Forward Prologue

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with My Time at Sandrock.

    A girl trapped in a strange world somewhere between reality and imagination. Help her find her way in this adventure puzzle game.

    2020StrategyIndieAdventureFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Let's School Homeroom — Steam game cover

    Let's School Homeroom

    Single-player alternative to My Time at Sandrock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with My Time at Sandrock.

    Let's School: Homeroom is the prologue of Let's School. You can experience 2 weeks of in game time. If you like the experience, please go to Let's School Full Version's Store page and add to wishlist!

    2023IndieSimulationCasualFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →