Single-player games like Chains
Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Chains, 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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Vlobs
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
A relaxing casual arcade/puzzle game all about connecting and popping vlobs.
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Dropt
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Dropt blends match-3 and falling-block mechanics. Create massive combos, plan without time pressure, and compete for top scores on online leaderboards.
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Kavel
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Drag Tetromino blocks onto a board of gems to make a match. Use bombs for impressive explosive effects. Kavel is an action-puzzle game that brings together block puzzles and match-3 in an exciting new twist. A truly unique new entry in the genre.
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Otteretto
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
A game about palindromes (and otters). Compete for high scores and discover new gameplay twists as you explore the surprising depths of this fresh new puzzle mechanic.
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Dicetris
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Dicetris is a falling-block puzzler with depth. Stack dice in columns, sum to hit the target, combo colors to clear overloaded stacks. Twist your strategy around special dice and rule-bending map conditions. Easy to learn. Built to master.
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Hexagun
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Hexagun is a match3 shooter on the hex grid. Clean the playing field by forming groups of three or more like-colored hexagons. Enjoy today with great gameplay for everyone!
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Colors! Maze 2
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Colors! Maze 2 is a minimalist casual game of easy mazes with relaxing music.
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Colors! Maze
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Colors! Maze is a minimalist casual game of easy mazes with relaxing music.
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Obulis
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Obulis can literally be learned in seconds, but the puzzles will keep you thinking for hours.
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Bejeweled® 3
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.
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The Magical Mixture Mill
Single-player alternative to Chains — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Chains.
Gather exotic ingredients, brew complex mixtures, and expand your magically automated production lines -- keeping your shelves stocked, your customers happy, and your pockets full.