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Single-player games like In the Wild

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to In the Wild, 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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    Cambrian Dawn — Steam game cover

    Cambrian Dawn

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

    Journey to a time long forgotten... In this thrilling underwater world of strange and beautiful creatures, only the strongest species will survive! Hunt for prey as the terrifying Kerygmachela, avoid danger using the diminutive Daguinaspis, or try and survive as one of the many species on offer.

    2022ActionIndieSimulation4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Medieval Horse Simulator — Steam game cover

    Medieval Horse Simulator

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

    Gallop with a noble horse across medieval roads, deliver cargo to bustling villages, haul carts, dodge ambushes, upgrade your tack, and prove your worth as the realm’s most dependable steed.

    IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fish Game — Steam game cover

    Fish Game

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

    Fish Game is a detailed and highly “sofishticated” freshwater aquarium simulator, lovingly crafted *by* enthusiasts *for* enthusiasts! Featuring fish with personalities and dynamic relationships, water quality modeling, and so much more! Made with support from our friends at Smarter Every Day!

    2023IndieSimulationCasual16.24 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    FISHERY — Steam game cover

    FISHERY

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

    Fishery is a stylized aquarium simulation game. Harness your creativity to build and maintain beautiful aquatic habitats. Then relax and watch your beautiful fish enjoy their home.

    2019StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Legend of Khiimori — Steam game cover

    The Legend of Khiimori

    Single-player alternative to In the Wild — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and Simulation with In the Wild.

    Take on the role of a brave courier rider in The Legend of Khiimori! Bond with your horse and tame the open wilds of 13th century Mongolia. Breed and train horses with specialized abilities to explore every aspect of this diverse and fascinating landscape.

    2026AdventureSimulationCasual29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Biotope — Steam game cover

    Biotope

    Single-player alternative to In the Wild — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with In the Wild.

    Biotope will be the most detailed and realistic aquarium simulator on the market. Biotope makes it possible to create complex aquarist ecosystems and simulate realistic life cycles of plants and fish.

    2019StrategySimulationCasual19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ancient Farm — Steam game cover

    Ancient Farm

    Single-player alternative to In the Wild — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with In the Wild.

    Plow, plant, water, and harvest as you build your ancient Egyptian farm from the ground up. Begin with nothing and unlock workshops, production buildings, and temples through your own hard work.

    2026SimulationCasual14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Natural Instincts: European Forest — Steam game cover

    Natural Instincts: European Forest

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

    Protect the environment, and save it from harm! Give commands to the animals, observe their rituals and help them survive. Face different disasters, react to human presence and help the animal kingdom flourish in this unique, environmental experience!

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →