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Single-player games like Heavy Works

Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Heavy Works, 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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    Hillshade Farm  — Steam game cover

    Hillshade Farm

    Single-player alternative to Heavy Works — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with Heavy Works.

    You’ve got land, time, and a whole lot to figure out. Start small, work hard, earn what you need, and build the kind of farm you’d never want to leave.

    2026SimulationRPGCasual16.57 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pathless Woods — Steam game cover

    Pathless Woods

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

    Embark on a cozy open-world survival journey inspired by ancient China's heritage. Gather resources, cultivate crops, build your dream home, and defend it from marauders. Team up with friends to explore and uncover a world where adventure meets serenity.

    2024StrategyIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Littlewood — Steam game cover

    Littlewood

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

    The world has already been saved. Now it's time to rebuild your town, learn new hobbies, and forge lifelong friendships in this peaceful and relaxing RPG.

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    SUPER BUILD — Steam game cover

    SUPER BUILD

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

    Build, design, and explore your own fantasy world using over 1000+ items, in this relaxing sandbox game. No missions, no objectives, no timers. Just stress-free building, exploration, and good vibes.

    2019IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Aviassembly — Steam game cover

    Aviassembly

    Single-player alternative to Heavy Works — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Heavy Works.

    Build and fly your own airplane! Complete missions to earn money, upgrade your plane, and discover new locations in an open world.

    2025SimulationEarly Access9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Junkyard Simulator — Steam game cover

    Junkyard Simulator

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

    Did you ever wish to work in a junkyard? Now you can, with Junkyard Simulator. They are many roads leading to success - whichever you take depends on your decisions.

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Weed Supermarket Simulator — Steam game cover

    Weed Supermarket Simulator

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

    Weed Supermarket Simulator is a chill store sim where you grow weed, develop new strains, set prices, and keep your shelves stocked. Expand your business and optimize it for maximum profit. Manage employees, handle inventory, and turn your shop into a high-performing business.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual11.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Weed Shop 3 — Steam game cover

    Weed Shop 3

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

    BUILD YOUR VIRTUAL WEED EMPIRE: Grow the hottest strains & crossbreed new ones, roll your own Blunts, sell Bongs, hire Growers, make Solventless Concentrates, handle Rival Dealers, befriend Influencers, smoke Dabs, ride a Dolphin, and More! WELCOME TO WEED SHOP 3!

    2022StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Loco Shortline Operations — Steam game cover

    Loco Shortline Operations

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

    Openworld Railbuilder Simulator with Realistic Physics based Locomotives,Trucks,Cranes,Boats,Economy

    2021IndieSimulationCasual16.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →