Single-player games like Backgammon Blitz
Below are 12 single-player Steam games similar to Backgammon Blitz, 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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Chess Kingdom
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
Chess for every kind of player. Whether you're learning the rules or hunting a Legend rank, there's a place for you in the kingdom.
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Chess Ultra
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Introducing Chess Ultra; the most breathtaking chess game ever made. Experience stunning 4K visuals, seamless online multiplayer, Grandmaster approved AI and full VR compatibility.
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Gem Rush
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
The well-loved board game comes to Steam. This mountain is rich in mystic gems. Combine gems to open up new rooms, providing new ways to dig up gems. Race against other players or race together against the clock to dig the greatest mine in this fast-paced, easy-to-learn strategy game.
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Simply Chess
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
The classic board game comes to Steam with asynchronous online play and 100 levels of AI. If you are a chess enthusiast or someone who just likes to play a game now and again, this is what you've been looking for. This is Simply Chess.
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Hive
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
Officially licensed version of the "Mensa Select" award-winning board game! Hive is a board game with a difference. There is no board! The pieces are added to the playing area thus creating the board.
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Everdell
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
Harvest resources to build a village of woodland critters in this adaptation of the award-winning tabletop board game!
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Viticulture Essential Edition
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
This is the official digital adaption of the boardgame Viticulture by Jamey Stegmaier & Alan Stone.
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Root
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Might makes right in the wild wood! The award-winning board game of asymmetrical woodland warfare comes to cross-platform digital play! Combine subtle strategy and bold daring to guide your forest faction to victory!
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Pure Pool
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
Get ready for the most authentic Pool experience you’ve ever witnessed from the comfort of your couch!
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Pure Hold'em
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Step onto the casino floor, where playing big could mean winning big. Split across 6 different tables, each requiring more skill and determination than the last, Pure Hold’em poker brings all the excitement of the high stakes casino to the convenience of your couch.
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Backgammon
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
The classic board game of all times, with gorgeous graphics, computer opponent, and intuitive interface.
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Mantis Burn Racing®
Single-player alternative to Backgammon Blitz — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Backgammon Blitz.
The race is on in Mantis Burn Racing, where fast-paced bumper-to-bumper racing combines with intuitive, tactile gameplay and stunning visuals in one of the best-looking and immersive top-down racers around.