Single-player games like Ruins of Araethia
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Ruins of Araethia, 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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Dust and Salt: The Battle for Murk
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
The Battle for Murk is an interactive narrative set in a gritty medieval world. Play as Corporal Mandrake from the City Watch in a fantasy adventure game. Uncover the truth behind a treacherous conspiracy in a race against time to save your hometown from falling into the hands of a cruel leader.
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The Die Is Cast
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
The Die Is Cast is an interactive fiction set in a medieval-fantasy universe. You will have to balance your skills and make the right decisions to survive the scenario and reach your goal.
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Tenfold Tales
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
A cozy oldschool adventure where you explore a magical map, one tile at a time. Guide Lapin, a curious bunny girl, through a patchwork world of strange events, tough decisions, and stat-driven surprises.
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Drakkon World Builder
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and RPG with Ruins of Araethia.
Drakkon World Builder is a comprehensive tool for generating, creating and roleplaying with your favorite table top role-playing game systems. It comes with a world generator, dungeon mapper, solo-play oracle and a variety of other helpful tools to let you role-play solo or with friends!
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Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
Once you open this book, you are no longer just a reader. A "reading-style" fantasy adventure in the spirit of The NeverEnding Story — handcrafted over six years by a 30-year veteran from Vanillaware. 100% handmade, from the first page to the last.
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The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
Experience the Myth of Frankenstein through the innocent eyes of his creature. Make decisions and change people's view that you will meet on your way. Now, the myth is in your hands, so how are you going to end it?
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Crown Gambit
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!
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Basements n' Basilisks: Storms of Sorcery
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and RPG with Ruins of Araethia.
A visual novel paying satirical homage to the world’s greatest TTRPG. Make important choices, roll countless dice, build lasting relationships, explore magical lands and experience all the rest of the crap you expect from a fantasy game without the hassle of finding actual friends to play with!
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Largitas: Fragments of War
Single-player alternative to Ruins of Araethia — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ruins of Araethia.
You are an independent mercenary and explorer living on the harsh surface of Largitas. Upgrade and customize your equipment in preparation to fight hostile operators, explore locations on the planet whilst navigating hazards, and interact and connect with the people forced to live here.