Single-player games like Taking Root
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Taking Root, 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
- 1
My Little Ranch
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
A cozy horse ranch that lives on your desktop while you work, or in full screen when you don't. Feed your horses, send them running together, race for coins, hire ranch hands and grow your ranch.
- 2
Desktop Island: Idle Together!
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
Desktop Island is a co-op life sim to be enjoyed through both an active or idle playstyle. Play solo, or with up to 5 friends to restore your island and create a communal hub. Meet the inhabitants, choose your profession, master deep progression, and gather resources to build your dream island.
- 3
Grow On The Go
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
Care for your leafy friends in this cosy plant care sim and explore new locations from the comfort of your store window. Design your dream workshop and find the best companions for each of your pals.
- 4
Cozy Space
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with Taking Root.
"Cozy Space" is a relaxing home decoration game with true-to-life models and rooms. Enjoy a leisurely gaming experience and easily create cozy spaces. It cleverly blends music elements, allowing you to be a composer, interior designer, or simply relax without specific tasks!
- 5
My Little Life
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
A relaxing life-sim that lives on the bottom of your screen while you do other things.
- 6
Tree Bonsai
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
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.
- 7
Farmtale
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
Build your farm from one chicken and explore the world as you progress. Buy animals, harvest crops, hire workers for management, and advance through unique buildings, quests, upgrades, and items in the ultimate idle clicker hybrid!
- 8
How to Train Your Cock
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
A chill idle game that sits in your screen while you do other tasks. Watch your cock train and grow, decorate his island, and buy him some stylish hats. Is your cock the biggest among your friends? Now it can be!
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Viridi
Single-player alternative to Taking Root — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Taking Root.
Nurture a small pot of succulents that grow in real time. Viridi is a safe haven, a place you can return to for a moment of peace and quiet whenever you need it.