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Single-player games like Open Fishing 2

Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Open Fishing 2, 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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    Open Fishing XL — Steam game cover

    Open Fishing XL

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Open Fishing XL is an open world fishing game focused on creating a relaxing experience. Fill out a book with 115 fish species, buy rods, items, boats and more, explore the large map, identify cute insects, draw your own map, and enjoy fishing without worries with intuitive fishing mechanics.

    2023SportsSimulationCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  2. 2
    Ultimate Fishing® Simulator 3 — Steam game cover

    Ultimate Fishing® Simulator 3

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Fish across five open-world maps, from the Mississippi River to the Yangtze River. Use float, feeder, spinning, and casting to catch over 70 species with lifelike behavior. Switch perspectives, upgrade gear, track fish with sonar, and build your career solo or in multiplayer fishing clubs.

    SportsSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Isla Sinaloa — Steam game cover

    Isla Sinaloa

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Isla Sinaloa is a relaxing game full of puzzles and activities to enjoy on a peaceful island in a universe full of friendly animals

    2022IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  4. 4
    Runi — Steam game cover

    Runi

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    A cooperative low-poly survival adventure. Gather resources, craft tools, build shelter, and explore a vast wilderness with friends as you fight to endure together.

    IndieAdventureSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Lost Lures — Steam game cover

    Lost Lures

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Fishing adventure set in the Finnish wilderness. Learn fish behavior, read the waters and master your lures. Progress through a skill-based journey of quiet patience. Play solo or join friends online to complete shared missions and fish at your own pace.

    ActionSportsAdventureSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Hearthsail — Steam game cover

    Hearthsail

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    A relaxing co-op ocean adventure for you and your friends. Captain your own boat, build up your island home, and explore a vibrant archipelago full of secrets and stories. No game overs, no ticking clocks — just sail, fish, and create your own perfect slice of the sea.

    IndieAdventureSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sailwind — Steam game cover

    Sailwind

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    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 →
  8. 8
    Animalkind — Steam game cover

    Animalkind

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Forage, frolic and zoomie as an intelligent, aww-dorable animal who discovers an ancient mech. Pilot the mech and use a suite of powerful tools to gather resources, shape the land, and build your ideal town alongside a growing cast of characters—solo or with up to three friends.

    2026IndieSimulationRPG19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ant Keeping Simulator — Steam game cover

    Ant Keeping Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Grow, feed and care for your colony of mighty ants in a realistic semi-idle simulation of ant keeping. Created in collaboration with ant keeping enthusiasts, Ant Keeping Simulator will be an accurate experience to ant keepers.

    2024SimulationCasual8.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
  10. 10
    Open Hunting XL — Steam game cover

    Open Hunting XL

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Open Hunting XL is a hunting simulator with an emphasis on player freedom. Quickly spot animals using your drone or sneak and spot with binoculars depending on the difficulty you select. Hunt in several locations and level up to unlock mechanics seen in no other hunting game.

    2024SportsSimulation8.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Isopod Keeping Simulator — Steam game cover

    Isopod Keeping Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Open Fishing 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Open Fishing 2.

    Grow, feed and care for your colony of adorable isopods in this realistic semi-idle simulator. Watch your isopods multiply and split or sell your colony if they become too numerous. Created by the Kunstaat community, 100% of our proceeds support charity!

    2025SimulationCasual8.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →