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Single-player games like FolkOrigin

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

Ranked picks

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    Peasant TD — Steam game cover

    Peasant TD

    Single-player alternative to FolkOrigin — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with FolkOrigin.

    Peasant TD is a fantasy tower defence game with card game elements. Towers are built and upgraded through cards that are bought in the shop or crafted from the forge. This means every game will be unique, you will not be able to rely on a specific build order or strategy. Adaptation is necessary.

    2022Strategy1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Harvest Village — Steam game cover

    Harvest Village

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

    Harvest Village is a resource gathering and crafting paradise. It is a mini city building game where we process resources and try to craft the most valuable items and complete various quests. Upgrade your buildings and become the best miner, cook and toolmaker.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation6.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    A Hero's Rest: An RPG Town Simulator — Steam game cover

    A Hero's Rest: An RPG Town Simulator

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

    Build shops, craft items with hundreds of customization options, and manage your resources wisely to lead your Heroes to success. Immerse yourself as proprietor of a medieval fantasy town in a world abounding with Heroes and Monsters.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation24.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    扩张吧王国 Expand the Kingdom — Steam game cover

    扩张吧王国 Expand the Kingdom

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

    "Expand the Kingdom" is a strategy game based on construction and expansion. In the game, you need to expand and plan land, acquire resources to maintain the internal balance of the kingdom, and survive and defeat all opponents in the competition between kingdoms.

    2025StrategyIndie3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Doomsday Dealer — Steam game cover

    Doomsday Dealer

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

    Step into the role of a shopkeeper in a world ravaged by the zombie apocalypse. You’ll manage a haven of hope amidst the ruins, providing essential survival items to the struggling remnants of humanity. Can you build a thriving business and help your community rise from the ashes?

    ActionStrategyIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Hammerting — Steam game cover

    Hammerting

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

    Manage a Dwarven mining colony in the unexplored mountains of Mara. As conflict rages in the Overworld, you will need to craft, explore and fight as you provide the allies of your choice with the finest weapons and gear to assist them in the battle for glory.

    2021StrategyIndieAdventure24.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    City Tales - Medieval Era — Steam game cover

    City Tales - Medieval Era

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

    City Tales is a medieval city builder, allowing you to unleash your creativity and shape vast cities that break outside a traditional grid. Plan each district for your citizens needs and aid your companions in their tales, creating a city to be proud of!

    2026IndieSimulation22.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    SAELIG — Steam game cover

    SAELIG

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

    SÆLIG is a game that blends together elements of simulation, strategy, RPG, and business management. Centred around the life of you and your family, you must try to survive and bring wealth and prosperity to your household.

    2017StrategyIndieSimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Awakeroots — Steam game cover

    Awakeroots

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

    Awakeroots is a 2D survival game set in a Slavic-inspired world where you must survive as long as possible. Build a settlement, farm the land, craft fortifications, and fight mythical creatures. Created by two brothers — an artist and a programmer.

    2026IndieEarly Access6.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →