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Single-player games like Hire

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Hire, 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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    World Diplomat — Steam game cover

    World Diplomat

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Hire.

    Embark on a diplomatic journey to impact the world with skills and strategy.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation29.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Crusader Kings III — Steam game cover

    Crusader Kings III

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Hire.

    Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.

    2020StrategySimulationRPG49.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Patrician III — Steam game cover

    Patrician III

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Hire.

    Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe!

    2010StrategySimulationRPG4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Noble's Life: Kingdom Reborn — Steam game cover

    Noble's Life: Kingdom Reborn

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Hire.

    Realistic medieval noble simulator and, at the same time, a strategy game with historical depth. Manage your city and villages and make decisions in non-linear events. Command defenses in epic sieges and organize dangerous raids.

    StrategyIndieSimulationSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Emperor and State — Steam game cover

    The Emperor and State

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Hire.

    The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation9.74 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    天下霸圖 — Steam game cover

    天下霸圖

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Hire.

    經典武俠經營策略遊戲《天下霸圖》,結合門派經營、弟子養成及戰略元素,玩家可扮演武當、峨嵋、丐幫、魔教…等12種各具特色及獨門武學的掌門人,招收弟子因材施教、採集資源煉丹練功、擴大地盤設立分舵,不論是消滅其它門派一統江湖,或以聲望讓各派歸順,都能享受成為一代武林霸主的快感!

    2023StrategySimulationRPG7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Monarch : Medieval Remastered — Steam game cover

    Monarch : Medieval Remastered

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Hire.

    In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords,develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements

    2025StrategyIndieSimulation11.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Crown of Greed — Steam game cover

    Crown of Greed

    Single-player alternative to Hire — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Hire.

    Master the art of indirect rule in this fantasy RTS inspired by the classic Majesty. Forget direct orders, use gold to bribe subjects and set bounties for heroes. Build your kingdom in Rodovia and master a unique system where the coin is king. Can you lead those who won't obey?

    2026StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →