Single-player games like I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator
Below are 10 single-player Steam games similar to I Know a Guy: Shady Life 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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Hipster Cafe
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Ever wanted to design, build and manage a café on your very own home computer? Really? OK then... welcome to HIPSTER CAFÉ. Make stupid food, serve it on a skateboard, and impress your friends by drawing in your coffee.
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Night Club Simulator: Party King
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Step into the vibrant world of nightlife! Create, manage & customize your own nightclub, solo or co-op. From hiring staff and organizing events to setting the perfect atmosphere with music & lighting, every choice you make will shape your club. Are you ready to become the ultimate nightclub tycoon?
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Pizza Shop Simulator
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Choose your ingredients, prepare orders, manage the oven, and keep your customers happy. Boost your sales, try new recipes, and grow your pizzeria. Every day brings new orders, fresh ingredients, and satisfied customers waiting for you!
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Wrap House Simulator🌯
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Welcome to Wrap House Simulator! Run your own wrap shop, chop, grill, and serve in this cooking adventure. Customize your shop, master the grill, and survive the rush solo or co-op with up to 6 players. Keep up with orders, satisfy customers, and build your dream restaurant!
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Cafemart Simulator
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Create and decorate your cozy cafe, where guests can enjoy delicious food and drinks. Expand your service with a supermarket offering a wide selection of fresh products, so visitors can not only have a tasty meal but also do some shopping. Play solo or with friends in cooperative mode!
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Bakery Cafe Simulator
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Bake, build, and grow your dream bakery cafe! Create delicious pastries, design your space, and serve customers. Play solo or with friends in online co-op to expand your business and experience the excitement of running a bustling cafe!
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Waterpark Simulator
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Build and run your own waterpark. Design slides, send guests flying with ragdoll physics, manage staff, and fully customize your park. Turn total madness into a five-star empire in this first-person management simulator!
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Bazaar Simulator
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Set up stalls with fresh vegetables, fruits, and fish. Deliver customer orders, set prices, and expand your bazaar. Catch your own fish to sell and enjoy fishing's thrill. Collaborate with friends in multiplayer mode to manage the bazaar together. Much more is coming soon!
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Schedule I
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.
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Tidehaven: Ale & Trade
Single-player alternative to I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Early Access with I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator.
Medieval sim meets smart idle play. Build and automate your tavern into a lively town. Make it yours with tons of decorations. Dig for ore, gamble, breed rare horses, or take risks with smuggling quests. Watch your little world grow and have the medieval town of your dreams!