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Single-player games like STEINS;GATE

Below are 20 single-player Steam games similar to STEINS;GATE, 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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    STEINS;GATE 0 — Steam game cover

    STEINS;GATE 0

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    If you can't save the one you love… How can you save humanity? Sequel to the visual novel cult classic. Experience an alternate worldline of STEINS;GATE.

    2018Adventure8.74 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT — Steam game cover

    STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    STEINS;GATE returns! Rebooted for the modern era! Featuring fully updated visuals, UI, and an all-new story that breathes new life into the streets of Akihabara.

    2026AdventureCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    STEINS;GATE ELITE — Steam game cover

    STEINS;GATE ELITE

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    STEINS;GATE ELITE follows a rag-tag band of tech-savvy young students who discover the means of changing the past via e-mail using a modified microwave.

    2019AdventureDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The VII Enigma — Steam game cover

    The VII Enigma

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Fate, love, death... Can the enigma be solved? 『The VII Enigma』is a character-driven sci-fi mystery visual novel. Set in a shadowy world of dystopian conspiracy, you must defy the fabric of reality, navigating the desperate path to the 'true end' against the tyranny of time itself.

    2022Adventure9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    IIT Quest — Steam game cover

    IIT Quest

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Is it okay to kill 6 billion people to avenge the deaths of 2 billion? In this epic sci-fi visual novel, make tough choices to solve "impossible" problems, unlock branching paths and achieve multiple endings.

    2027IndieAdventureSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE — Steam game cover

    ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Thanks to the rising popularity of the PhoneDroid—a device which features augmented reality (A.R.)—the age of advanced technology has finally reached Tanegashima. On that island, Central Tanegashima High's "Robot Research Club" is about to have their club disbanded.

    2020Adventure10.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Frog & Blade — Steam game cover

    Frog & Blade

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Killed by the villain Frogman, you awaken to the same morning. A mysterious drink, "Soma," grants power to those with strong desires, plunging the city into chaos. Fight the emerging villains, solve the case, and uncover the truth. A multi-ending, battle-packed, looping supernatural suspense ADV.

    2025IndieAdventure5.39 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Zero Escape: The Nonary Games — Steam game cover

    Zero Escape: The Nonary Games

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Kidnapped and taken to an unfamiliar location, nine people find themselves forced to participate in a diabolical Nonary Game by an enigmatic mastermind called Zero. Why were they there? Why were they chosen to put their lives on the line? And more importantly, who can be trusted?

    2017Adventure5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Madoka Magica Magia Exedra — Steam game cover

    Madoka Magica Magia Exedra

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Characters from the hit anime series "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" come together! Featuring an all-new story setting and characters from the original ideas of Gekidan Inu Curry (Doroinu), experience the action alongside Magical Girl memories in this battle RPG!

    2025RPGFree To PlayFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Trilogy of the Moon — Steam game cover

    Trilogy of the Moon

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Immerse yourself in a romantic fantasy where past meets present! Experience a unique interactive game featuring Korea's stunning photoshoot models in this cinematic adventure.

    2025StrategySimulationCasual10.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Steam game cover

    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down Ciri — the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.

    2015RPG39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    TENET — Steam game cover

    TENET

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    TENET is a fast-paced shooter where you are trapped underworld in a nightmarish arena, and the only key to survival is to stay within the light. Your skills will be put to the test as you blast, punch, and stomp your way through this gore infused gauntlet as you tear your foes limb to limb.

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Life is Strange Remastered — Steam game cover

    Life is Strange Remastered

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Experience the BAFTA award-winning story of Life is Strange now beautifully remastered with enhanced visuals and vastly improved animation using mocap technology.

    2022ActionAdventure39.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    CLANNAD — Steam game cover

    CLANNAD

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.

    2015AdventureCasual44.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    CHAOS;CHILD — Steam game cover

    CHAOS;CHILD

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    From the creators of the critically acclaimed STEINS;GATE comes a sensational new visual novel: CHAOS;CHILD. Set in Shibuya in 2015, a group of high school students who survived an earthquake six years ago find themselves at the center of a new series of bizarre murders in the city.

    2019Adventure12.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic — Steam game cover

    Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds! Enjoy fast and frantic arcade-style beat 'em up gameplay with cute characters. Beat up hordes of weird enemies with awesome special attacks. Local co-op and PVP supported for up to 4 players!

    2015Action14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    CHAOS;HEAD NOAH — Steam game cover

    CHAOS;HEAD NOAH

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    CHAOS;HEAD NOAH is now available on Steam!

    2022Adventure12.49 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace — Steam game cover

    STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!

    2019Adventure5.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    STEINS;GATE: Linear Bounded Phenogram — Steam game cover

    STEINS;GATE: Linear Bounded Phenogram

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    A story for every lab member. Discover a new side of each STEINS;GATE character and get a glimpse of their inner thoughts through 10 new stories.

    2019AdventureDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Memories Off -Innocent Fille- — Steam game cover

    Memories Off -Innocent Fille-

    Single-player alternative to STEINS;GATE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with STEINS;GATE.

    「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ史上最もライトで最もシリアスな二面性のあるシナリオが、切なくて儚い、ただ一つの想いを選ぶ“二者択一の恋物語”(オルタナティブ・ラヴストーリー)へとプレイヤーを誘います。

    2020Adventure7.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →