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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 — Steam game cover

    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.

    2022StrategySimulationCasual24.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Night Club Simulator: Party King — Steam game cover

    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?

    2026IndieSimulationCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pizza Shop Simulator — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025IndieSimulationCasual1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Wrap House Simulator🌯 — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Cafemart Simulator — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025IndieSimulationEarly Access7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Bakery Cafe Simulator — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025SimulationCasualEarly Access11.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Waterpark Simulator — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025IndieSimulationCasual12.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Bazaar Simulator — Steam game cover

    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!

    2025IndieSimulationCasual5.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Schedule I — Steam game cover

    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.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tidehaven: Ale & Trade — Steam game cover

    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!

    2026SimulationEarly Access5.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →