Single-player games like Crime Simulator: Playgrounds
Below are 13 single-player Steam games similar to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds, 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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Crime Simulator
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
You’re out of jail, but the debt isn’t gone. Sneak, steal, and break into houses solo or in 4-player co-op. Use lockpicks, sleeping gas, and brute force to complete jobs, outsmart security, and make enough money before time runs out. Will you pay back what you owe, or lose everything?
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Mafia Life Simulator
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Build your own empire in the world of the mafia! In Mafia Life Simulator, take control of everything from marijuana farms to weapon factories, money laundering centers to drug networks. Become the undisputed leader of the region with your gang and make your name known in the world of crime.
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Thief Simulator 2
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
The door to your robber’s career is waiting! Just crowbar the lock off and force your way through the threshold. Learn skills, collect tools and become a master of the thieving trade!
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Loot List: Thief Sim
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Rise from pauper to master thief - grab the loot list and get to work, whether it’s a roadside diner or a federal vault: slip past security and make fools of everyone, or unleash chaos and blow the place apart. Fence the haul to upgrade the hideout, gear up, and build your criminal empire.
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Downtown Drift
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Put your driving skills on the test in this urban arena! Drift to rack up as many points as possible while police is chasing you. To show it off, break the global highscores and claim your position on the leaderboard.
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Jack In Town
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Vous êtes un criminel en monde ouvert. Faites ce que vous voulez!
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Smoke Shop Simulator
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Smoke Shop Simulator is a supermarket-style shop management simulation currently in Early Access. Build and manage your own smoke shop, serve customers, manage stock, and grow your business as the game continues to evolve with community feedback.
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It's Only Money
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
The mayor of Rockhaven threw you down a hole into the Undercity. Why? Net worth too low. In this open-world simulation, you and up to 3 pals will steal, fight, and scheme to reclaim the city. Customise your rides, buy businesses, and take on the Mayor’s forces. Rockhaven is yours for the taking!
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MLF: Pro Catch
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Cast, catch, and compete in the most immersive fishing sim ever made. Explore legendary waters, battle over 40 unique fish species, customize real gear, and climb the leaderboards in online tournaments with real-world prizes.
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Route 66 Simulator
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Have you ever dreamed about leaving everything behind and setting out on an great road trip across the United States? Get a budget, build your car and make your dream come true! Try to survive on the most famous road in the world!
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Thief Simulator 2: Prologue
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Tired of political exploitation? Join me and let's rebuild our thieving business together! Let's steal cars, radios, and TVs - anything that catches your eye can be yours! Recall what it's like to be a thief in Thief Simulator 2: Prologue!
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Road 66
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
ROUTE 66 SIMULATOR is a car building, fixing, and driving survival adventure. Earn money for food, gas, car parts, motels, and everything that will allow you to survive in the long journey.
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Cemetery Simulator
Single-player alternative to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.
Carry the coffin with your crew and build the best necropolis! Dig graves, lower coffins, and keep everything tidy. Decorate the area to earn the prestige needed to unlock new sectors. Play solo or in co-op mode for up to 4 players, facing vandals and ghosts!