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Single-player games like Game Store Chronicle

Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Game Store Chronicle, 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.

Want the full alternatives list (paid + free + Steam Deck + cheaper picks)? See the parent games like Game Store Chronicle page.

Ranked picks

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    Cash is King! — Steam game cover

    Cash is King!

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Welcome to a place where sunshine is guaranteed and money is practically beachwear. In this fun first-person simulation, you start out in Miami Beach, sell, invest, optimize, and make the cash register ring. Because in the end, only one thing matters: Cash is King.

    2026IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Rent A Car Together — Steam game cover

    Rent A Car Together

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Rent A Car Simulator. Start by renting your first car. Expand your rental car fleet by purchasing different vehicles and grow your car rental business. Drive your cars and get them fixed when they break down. Find new customers. You can also develop your Rent A Car business by playing Co-Op.

    2026IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    King of Retail 2 — Steam game cover

    King of Retail 2

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Build a retail empire across dozens of locations with hundreds of employees. Design every inch of your stores with a deep building tool, then fine-tune pricing, staffing, and product mix to stay profitable. Scale up, customize everything, and manage the details that make or break your bottom line.

    2025StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Aislebound — Steam game cover

    Aislebound

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with Game Store Chronicle.

    Aislebound is a first-person retail management simulator. Start with a small empty store and build it into a thriving retail operation by ordering inventory, stocking shelves, managing deliveries, hiring staff, and keeping customers satisfied.

    2026SimulationCasualEarly Access6.79 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Beat the Fed — Steam game cover

    Beat the Fed

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Run the Federal Reserve in this macroeconomics time-traveling simulation game. Apply monetary and fiscal policies and monitor and assess the impact on unemployment, inflation, and other key economic metrics. Can you Beat the Fed?

    2024Simulation7.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Vending Machine Business Simulator — Steam game cover

    Vending Machine Business Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Build your business! control every aspect of a thriving vending machine business. Buy, place, and restock machines to increase profits. Do you have what it takes to manage, expand, and dominate the vending industry?

    2025IndieSimulationCasual8.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    PUSHER - Drug Tycoon — Steam game cover

    PUSHER - Drug Tycoon

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    Thrilling business tycoon sim where you step into the shoes of a drug dealer in 1980s USA. Your main goal is simple: BUY LOW and SELL HIGH. Get ready for a experience where you'll combine strategy, risk-taking, and decision-making to build your criminal empire.

    2023StrategyIndieSimulation5.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Laundry & Supermarket Simulator — Steam game cover

    Laundry & Supermarket Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Game Store Chronicle.

    "Laundry Simulator" immerses you in the bustling laundry business. Manage a boutique shop, handling everything from everyday clothes to luxury garments, and sell related products. Efficiently manage resources, upgrade equipment, and optimize layout to attract customers with superior service.

    2025IndieSimulationRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Veil of Shadows — Steam game cover

    Veil of Shadows

    Single-player alternative to Game Store Chronicle — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Game Store Chronicle.

    Veil of Shadows is an action-adventure with roguelite elements, echoing the vibes of classics from the past. Explore the surroundings to understand what's happening to Sirene. With the essence of retro games, face monsters, complete quests to gain experience, and evolve, preparing for the journey.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →