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Single-player games like Following Seas

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Following Seas, 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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    Ships Simulator 2024 — Steam game cover

    Ships Simulator 2024

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

    Play as the captain and take the controls of one of the many available ships. Perform various tasks, plan the route yourself and admire the views as you navigate between the largest European ports!

    SimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fairwind — Steam game cover

    Fairwind

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

    FAIRWIND is a open-world co-op sailing game about delivering cargo to distant ports. Deliver cargo, trade with merchants, upgrade your ship and discover new islands as you build trade routes across a vast archipelago. Play alone or with friends in 4-player co-op!

    AdventureSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Powerboat VR — Steam game cover

    Powerboat VR

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

    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.

    2020IndieSimulationEarly Access18.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
  4. 4
    Girls' civilization 2 — Steam game cover

    Girls' civilization 2

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

    Openworld trade simulation. With physics based inventory system, you can travel entire world

    2021SimulationRPG12.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sailwind — Steam game cover

    Sailwind

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

    Sailing simulator featuring realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat, try fishing and cooking. A relaxing day sail, or an epic ocean voyage? Your sailing adventure starts here!

    2021IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sea Town - Fish Market Simulator — Steam game cover

    Sea Town - Fish Market Simulator

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

    Build your fishing empire in Sea Town - Fish Market Simulator! Explore oceans, upgrade boats, and conquer a dynamic market across unique islands. Ready to rule the seas? Start now!

    2025AdventureSimulationCasual3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition — Steam game cover

    Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition

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

    Commercial fishing in North Atlantic! Discover majestic world of Canadian Nova Scotia while admiring the vast diversity of ocean life. Search for the ocean gold with upgradable fishing boats and various fishing gear as you progress in your fisherman career.

    2020Simulation34.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Eco — Steam game cover

    Eco

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

    Build a civilization of real people, working together to advance society and stop a meteor, all without destroying the ecosystem in the process.

    2018IndieSimulationEarly Access29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →