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Single-player games like Bowling Simulator

Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Bowling 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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    Pure Bowl VR Bowling — Steam game cover

    Pure Bowl VR Bowling

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    VR bowling, designed from the ground-up for VR with advanced physics to capture the feeling of real bowling.

    2021SportsSimulationCasual16.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    RockaBowling VR — Steam game cover

    RockaBowling VR

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    RockaBowling is a VR bowling game set to a classic rockabilly theme. Enjoy immersive visuals and solid gameplay as your ears are filled with classic sounds of rock.

    2019SportsIndieSimulation3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    10 Pin Bowling (VR Support) — Steam game cover

    10 Pin Bowling (VR Support)

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    we`ve all been down to our local bowling alley to play. But ended up having to wait for hours to get a lane. Don`t waste anymore more time, run the game up and play. No more waiting, just straight to the fun part. Multiplayer on one pc sharing your headset.

    2021SportsSimulationEarly Access10.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    PBA Pro Bowling 2026 — Steam game cover

    PBA Pro Bowling 2026

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Rise from amateur to PBA legend in the most realistic bowling simulation ever made, featuring advanced physics, realistic oil pattern transition, licensed PBA pros, deep career progression, and multiple competitive game modes.

    2025SportsIndieSimulation39.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Golden Tee Arcade Classics — Steam game cover

    Golden Tee Arcade Classics

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    Tee up the old-school fun with six classic Golden Tee arcade games, plus more!

    2025SportsSimulationCasual29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    PBA Pro Bowling 2023 — Steam game cover

    PBA Pro Bowling 2023

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    The ultimate bowling game is back with PBA Pro Bowling 2023! Become a PBA legend with the completely re-designed single player Career Mode or compete in Online matches and tournaments against your friends and rivals as yourself or as any of today’s top PBA bowlers.

    2022SportsSimulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pure Pool Pro — Steam game cover

    Pure Pool Pro

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    This is cue sports: redefined. Master 8-Ball, 9-Ball and more in solo, local or online with crossplay. Tackle a huge pool career mode, with 8K visuals, immersive venues, lifelike physics, precise controls and deep customisation, delivering the definitive pool sim experience.

    2026SportsIndieSimulation24.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Madden NFL 22 — Steam game cover

    Madden NFL 22

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    Madden NFL 22 is where gameday happens. All-new features in Franchise include staff management, an enhanced scenario engine, and weekly strategy. Share avatar progress and player class between Face of The Franchise and The Yard with unified progression.

    2021SportsStrategySimulationDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Scarlett's Dungeon — Steam game cover

    Scarlett's Dungeon

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Scarlett's Dungeon is a retro-inspired action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fight monsters, and collect loot in beautifully crafted pixel art reminiscent of the Game Boy Advance era. Test your skills as you dive deep into ever-changing challenges!

    2017ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slashvival — Steam game cover

    Slashvival

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Slashvival is a third-person action RPG with roguelite elements. Use swords to fight mutant creatures in a medieval low-poly world. Survive intense battles and rescue your family in this thrilling hack-and-slash adventure!

    2020ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Beastie Land — Steam game cover

    Beastie Land

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Beastie Land is a high-speed 2D platformer inspired by 90’s classics. Master precision platforming and explore vibrant levels to discover hidden treasures with your unique beast characters!

    2022ActionIndieAdventure6.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ninja Fights — Steam game cover

    Ninja Fights

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Ninja Fights is a 2D side-scrolling adventure where you become a skilled ninja. Navigate through intricate levels with challenging puzzles and hidden treasures, using stealth and shurikens to overcome obstacles and enemies. Master your ninja abilities in this action-packed platformer!

    2022ActionIndieAdventure5.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Wrecked! Unfair Car Stunts — Steam game cover

    Wrecked! Unfair Car Stunts

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Get ready for Wrecked, where racing and chaos collide. Perform outrageous stunts, smash cars, and embrace total destruction. With insane driving and demolition, every race is a thrilling ride into mayhem!

    2022IndieRacing4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Geometry Jump: Impossible Game — Steam game cover

    Geometry Jump: Impossible Game

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Geometry Jump is a lightning-fast 3D precision platformer that challenges even the most hardcore gamers. Master rapid jumps and razor-sharp reflexes as you navigate through a relentless maze of obstacles where every second counts!

    2025ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Streets of Rageness: Beat 'Em Up Fighter — Steam game cover

    Streets of Rageness: Beat 'Em Up Fighter

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Sports and Indie with Bowling Simulator.

    Streets of Rageness is a reimagined '90s beat 'em up classic set in a crime-ridden city under the iron grip of a ruthless syndicate. Amid rampant looting, chaos, and destruction, fight through waves of thugs to become the most powerful fighter on the streets!

    2025ActionSportsIndie19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Starship Fighters: Space Combat Simulator — Steam game cover

    Starship Fighters: Space Combat Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Bowling Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Bowling Simulator.

    Pilot your starship in Starship Fighters, a realistic space combat simulator. Engage in intense battles, explore vast galaxies, and unleash destruction with an arsenal of powerful weapons in a universe teeming with enemies!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure24.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →