Single-player games like The Minesweeper
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to The Minesweeper, 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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Hex Town
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
A hex-merge puzzle about growing cozy little towns three tiles at a time. Combine matching tiles to climb the tiers, master five merge patterns, and chase that perfect run solo or with up to three friends. Relax, plan ahead, and watch your towns come to life.
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Regrowth
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Regrowth is a puzzle game where you race against time to save islands from sinking. Use plants and animals, collect and channel water... However, only with strategy and optimisation can you solve all the levels. Will you be able to save the earthen realm?
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Dropt
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Dropt blends match-3 and falling-block mechanics. Create massive combos, plan without time pressure, and compete for top scores on online leaderboards.
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Tents and Trees
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Think strategically to place tents in the peaceful universe of Tents and Trees, a chill puzzle game with Picross vibes!
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Soko Spectacle
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Push crates of fireworks and find a way to light the sky in this relaxing puzzle game.
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Nino Maze LOFI II
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Following Nino Maze LOFI line of cute graphics and LOFI music, we now bring Nino Maze Lofi II, a new adventure!
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0KEY!
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with The Minesweeper.
0KEY! transforms the classic board game into a modern, competitive board game experience. Play with friends or match with players worldwide, level up, unlock exclusive cues, and prove you're the best. Are you ready to take your seat at the table?
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Nijoaju
Single-player alternative to The Minesweeper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with The Minesweeper.
Two characters. A goal. Nijoaju is a local co-op game that invites two players to think as one. Use the skills of a destroying stone and a water that fires water bullets to overcome challenges made for cooperation.