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Single-player games like theBlu

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

Ranked picks

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    Subside — Steam game cover

    Subside

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

    Subside is an immersive aquatic VR experience with multiple areas to explore and lifelike aquatic creatures to interact with. Crafted with unparalleled realism, it aims to replicate the nuances of real-life swimming and diving in shallow waters

    2024Simulation24.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Recreation Room — Steam game cover

    Recreation Room

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

    Your personal holo-deck, escape the stressful real world and take a nice walk!

    2022IndieSimulationCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Dream Mirror — Steam game cover

    Dream Mirror

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

    You are transported to a magical world where you can Interact with immersive environments to solve challenging puzzles. Where you get to find different types of mystical ancient devices in the form of keys, which will help you to open portals to different worlds.

    2021ActionAdventureSimulation6.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Walk The Plank — Steam game cover

    Walk The Plank

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

    Walk the Plank is a next gen VR plank walking simulator set high up in New York City. Bring family and friends together for this intense intro to VR experience!

    2025IndieSimulationCasual5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Kayak VR: Mirage — Steam game cover

    Kayak VR: Mirage

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

    Kayak VR: Mirage is a jaw-dropping and exhilarating journey through beautiful locations, made for Virtual Reality. Maneuver our fully physically accurate kayak around checkpoints and crown yourself the fastest, or take it easy and use the free roam mode and enjoy the scenery.

    2022SportsIndieAdventure22.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    VR Walking Simulator — Steam game cover

    VR Walking Simulator

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

    It is a VR Walking Simulator. Nothing more, nothing less. Explore beautiful scenes optimized for VR viewing, take pictures of the scenery, make a collage, and relax.

    2021AdventureSimulationCasual5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Forest Construction VR — Steam game cover

    Forest Construction VR

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

    In Forest Construction VR you will have the opportunity to experience all the joy of free construction with realistic physics, while being in a pleasant forest environment. A sandbox where the only limit is your imagination. Create a simple shelter or a piece of art? It's up to you!

    2026IndieSimulation14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Line — Steam game cover

    The Line

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

    “The Line” is great for showcasing VR for first-time users. This award-winning experience is a 15-20 minutes interactive story of two figurines who are perfect for each other but reluctant to live out their love.

    2020StrategyIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Richie's Plank Experience — Steam game cover

    Richie's Plank Experience

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

    You're on a plank, 80 stories high. Knees shaky, palms sweaty. You have a choice. Do you walk or do you freeze? Richie's Plank is the only VR experience that lets you clone any real-world plank into the virtual world for 2X the immersion.

    2017IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →