IMHO.

Single-player games like Little Ghosties

Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Little Ghosties, 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 Little Ghosties page.

Ranked picks

  1. 1
    Lepidarium — Steam game cover

    Lepidarium

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

    Relax and collect hundreds of unique butterflies and moths in this cozy idle game. Watch caterpillars transform from larva to chrysalis to winged beauty, customize lush greenhouses, and discover rare species from monarchs to atlas moths.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual6.39 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
  2. 2
    Yokai Parade — Steam game cover

    Yokai Parade

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

    A resident idle game where a yokai parade ambles along the bottom of your screen. Fill your codex while you work; the koban they gather unlock rarer, stranger spirits... maybe. Now and then, a festival lights up the night market. Care to let a habit-forming yokai world walk across your PC?

    IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
  3. 3
    Repotted — Steam game cover

    Repotted

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

    A cozy desktop game where you grow plants in unique charming pots.

    IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
  4. 4
    My Slimadatchi — Steam game cover

    My Slimadatchi

    Single-player alternative to Little Ghosties — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with Little Ghosties.

    A cozy desktop companion idle game where you care for your adorable slime as it plays, enjoys treats, listens to music, fishes, and more. Earn slime points to unlock new toys, customize your Slimadatchi shell, and dress up your slime to create a companion that's truly your own!

    2026SimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
  5. 5
    Chill & Reel — Steam game cover

    Chill & Reel

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

    A cozy idle fishing game where you play as an adorable alligator angler. Designed to run in the corner of your screen, it's the perfect companion for work or study—featuring rich animations that make every moment feel like watching a charming short film.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
  6. 6
    Working with Montabi — Steam game cover

    Working with Montabi

    Single-player alternative to Little Ghosties — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Little Ghosties.

    Let adorable Montabi keep you company while you work! A desktop companion that types together with you. Customize your room and avatar, stay focused with productivity tools, and collect every Montabi by placing their favorite items!

    Free To PlayCasualFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
  7. 7
    Reptilarium — Steam game cover

    Reptilarium

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

    Relax and collect hundreds of unique reptiles in this cozy idle game. Watch eggs hatch and babies grow in real-time, customize stunning terrariums, and discover rare species from geckos to chameleons.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual4.79 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  8. 8
    Amphibarium — Steam game cover

    Amphibarium

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

    Relax and collect hundreds of unique frogs and salamanders in this cozy idle game. Watch tadpoles undergo metamorphosis in real-time, customize lush terrariums, and discover rare species. Let your vivarium thrive in the background while you work or study. Start your collection today!

    2026IndieSimulationCasual7.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  9. 9
    Ten Bells — Steam game cover

    Ten Bells

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

    You're trapped in an old English pub. Unravel a chilling tale by identifying anomalies while trying to escape. Confront the horror as you survive the endless loop of Ten Bells.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
  10. 10
    Orbs Orbs Orbs — Steam game cover

    Orbs Orbs Orbs

    Single-player alternative to Little Ghosties — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Little Ghosties.

    Orbs Orbs Orbs is a vibrant 2D precision clicker game. Clear the board with a white ring, master six orb types, and navigate the dynamic physics in a playful blend of relaxation and strategy. Featuring 11 Steam Achievements

    2025IndieCasual3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  11. 11
    A Game About Making A Planet — Steam game cover

    A Game About Making A Planet

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

    'A Game About Making A Planet' is a short, satisfying incremental game. Make a planet by merging particles together. Playtime around 2 hours

    2026StrategyIndieSimulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →