Single-player games like X-Plane 11
Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to X-Plane 11, 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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DCS World Steam Edition
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
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aerofly RC 8
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Aerofly RC 8 is THE model flight simulator with extremely real flight physics, fantastic graphics and VR mode. Targeted model flight training and incredible fun with airrace, limbo flying, balloon piercing, helitrainer, aerobatics, landing contests, slope flying, 4D scenery and much more.
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Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator lets you explore the world of flying in a quality never seen before. Fly a large selection of highly detailed aircraft or a helicopter with interactive 3D cockpits. Aerofly FS 2 currently features over 200 airports in the south western USA and global elevation and satellite imagery.
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Powerboat VR
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Take the helm of a variety of different ocean vessels from small sport boats all the way up to large commercial vessels. Dynamic seas, Day/Night cycle, RADAR, GPS, "IALA A" Buoyage with NavAid/AtoN lighting systems provide a realistic sailing environment. VR & Non-VR modes supported.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.
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Glider Sim Deluxe – Soaring Simulator
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Soar through 3 custom maps or explore the entire globe with Google Earth integration. Pilot hang gliders, paragliders, paramotors, mini-wings, speed-wings, ultralight trikes, or racing drones. Customize weather conditions and fly solo or with friends. Perfect for seasoned pilots and newcomers alike!
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Modbox
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Modbox is a multiplayer game creation sandbox for Desktop+VR
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Assetto Corsa
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Assetto Corsa v1.16 introduces the new "Laguna Seca" laser-scanned track, 7 new cars among which the eagerly awaited Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio! Check the changelog for further info!
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X-Plane 12
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
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X-Plane 10 Global - 64 Bit
Single-player alternative to X-Plane 11 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
X-Plane 10 brings numerous improvements and enhancements for PC, Mac and Linux virtual pilots, unleashing the power of modern systems with its 64 bit processing and multi-core support.