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Single-player games like Compost

Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Compost, 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.

Want the full alternatives list (paid + free + Steam Deck + cheaper picks)? See the parent games like Compost page.

Ranked picks

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    Cinema Simulator — Steam game cover

    Cinema Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    "Cinema Simulator" is a simulation video game, here you can experience watching movies in the cinema! What do you want to see!

    2020IndieSimulationCasual1.00 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tree Bonsai — Steam game cover

    Tree Bonsai

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    An artistic bonsai tree simulation game that follows the life cycle of a plum tree. You can cut branches, add nutrients, and graft while the seasons pass and your tree grows. You can finally fulfill your dreams of a digital bonsai.

    2019IndieSimulationCasual0.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Wobbledogs — Steam game cover

    Wobbledogs

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    A 3D pet simulation where you raise your own personal hive of mutating dogs, physically simulated all the way down to their guts! Wobbledogs is a casual and chill sandbox for players of all ages who want to care for their very own virtual pets in a surprising, unique, and stress-free environment.

    2022IndieSimulationCasual19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Voxelotl Garden — Steam game cover

    Voxelotl Garden

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    Raise, train, and breed Voxelotl to create the most unique Voxelotl patterns and shapes. Feed them treats to keep them happy and level up their skills in training exercises. Participate in races to test your Voxelotl’s skills. Enjoy spending time with your cute Voxelotl pets!

    2024IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Gulugulu — Steam game cover

    Gulugulu

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    Your AI is coding. You supervise like middle management. Feed its tokens to a Gulu, hatch 63 species, then send 3–10 favorites into Office Stack-Up: a 20-shift physics roguelite about connecting elemental desks, beating KPI, buying upgrades, and going bankrupt professionally. No AI required.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mini Garden Cafe — Steam game cover

    Mini Garden Cafe

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    Mini Garden Cafe is a cute and simple relaxation game where you make and sell coffee, bread, and plants to expand your shop and fill up a Dex.

    2023IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Flower Design — Steam game cover

    Flower Design

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    A flower arrangement sandbox game. The shapes and colors are freely adjustable and there is a garden where you can build a house and put flowers in.

    2017IndieSimulationCasual0.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Can I see your...plants? — Steam game cover

    Can I see your...plants?

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Compost.

    What if you had a plant wall at home that was entirely yours to shape? Grow and nurture a variety of plants, and earn money while the game runs on its own! The more you grow, the more you earn! Attract butterflies and insects, then create extraordinary mutant and hybrid plants never seen before.

    IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Catsapults — Steam game cover

    Catsapults

    Single-player alternative to Compost — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Compost.

    Go on an exciting adventure with puzzle solving and kittens.

    2018IndieAdventureCasual1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →