Single-player games like European Ship Simulator
Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to European Ship Simulator, 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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Leeway
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
An age-of-sail trading sim where the sailing is the game. Real wind you have to tack through, a hold that makes her sluggish and swamps sooner the fuller it gets, and a note that comes due whether you made port or not. Trade honestly, or fly the black flag. Solo, or with friends over a room code.
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Catch&Cargo
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
“Catch & Cargo” is a first-person, single-player fishing and boating semi-simulator with survival elements, set in tropical waters. Catch and sell fish, deliver cargo, avoid storms, stay hydrated, and shed the “gringo” label as you adapt to the challenges of life on the open sea.
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Port Royale 4
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Set sail and join the colonial powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands in their fight for supremacy of the Caribbean in the 17th century.
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Fairwind
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
FAIRWIND is a relaxing open-world 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!
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The Caribbean Sail
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Name your crew, purchase supplies, sail the world, harpoon fish, plunder your enemies, die horribly, unlock a new Captain and do it all over again!
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Port Royale 3
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World.
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Sailor Simulator
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Sail the seas and oceans on your own ship. Transport valuable goods, earn money, buy bigger ships. Fortune awaits you!
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The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!
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Ship Simulator Extremes
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
VSTEP and Paradox are proud to announce the next installment of the acclaimed Ship Simulator series. With over 550K copies sold, the series returns to take you into the most extreme conditions on earth… Ever wonder how it feels to sail a half-million-ton supertanker through the perfect storm?
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World Ship Simulator
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Set in a fictitious environment inspired by ports from around the world. Captain a hovercraft, bulk carrier, yacht and other magnificent vessels in an expansive open world career
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Euro Truck Simulator
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
The original Euro Truck Simulator - the game which has become the classic of the genre and is still relevant today. The first truck simulation game in a European setting, with European long haul trucks!
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Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
TDUSC is a lifestyle and social experience that redefines what an open-world racing game can be. Explore a fully recreated Hong Kong Island. Take to the road behind the wheel of exceptional cars and live the ultimate life of luxury.
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Rip N Ship Simulator
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Rip N Ship is a card-streaming simulator where you build a following, open packs for viewers, manage live orders, and turn a basement setup into a full rip-and-ship operation. Start with a simple desk, a small collection, and barely anyone watching. The grow your empire!
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Taxi
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Run your own taxi cab company by hiring drivers, upgrading vehicles and getting behind the wheel to complete fares. Some passengers will even encourage you to break traffic laws to get to their destination quickly, but try to avoid the watchful eye of the police.
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Farming World
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Whether you specialise in grain, fruits or even maintaining your own dairy farm, in Farming World you have the ultimate choice on how you shape your business. With dozens of seed types to choose from and an extensive stock market listing, you’ll have to adapt to become profitable.
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Zoo Park
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Care for over 40 different animals from all four corners of the Earth whilst running a professional programme of rescue, rehabilitation, research and conservation.
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Post Master
Single-player alternative to European Ship Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with European Ship Simulator.
Can you take control of a mail distribution company where your business will need to adapt to a growing city? Will you be able to handle the pressure of new delivery opportunities or are other delivery businesses step in to pick up the slack and impact your profit margin.