Single-player games like Bus Simulator 18
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Bus Simulator 18, 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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Farming Simulator 19
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
The best-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of the graphics engine, offering the most striking and immersive visuals and effects, along with the deepest and most complete farming experience ever.
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American Truck Simulator
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
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Construction Simulator 2015
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
In Construction Simulator 2015, you take the controls of 16 realistic construction machines made by LIEBHERR, STILL and MAN with high-quality 3D graphics.
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The Bus
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Transport passengers in the city bus simulation The Bus along 1:1 scale routes in Berlin, passing landmarks like the Victory Column, Brandenburg Gate, and Alexanderplatz. In the Scania Citywide LF and other licensed buses, sell tickets, handle traffic, and get everyone to their destination safely.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop offers the most comprehensive bus fleet in the history of the series with 30 officially licensed buses. Drive on two vastly different maps, alone or with friend. Play with extended management elements or just enjoy your time on the road.
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Bus Simulator 16
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Get behind the wheel of 13 realistic city buses licensed by known city bus manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz and MAN. Keep an eye on the traffic code and drive your passengers safely to their destinations through five characteristic city districts.
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Farming Simulator 17
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Take on the role of a modern farmer in Farming Simulator 17! Explore farming possibilities in a new North American environment. Drive over 250 farming vehicles and equipment from over 75 manufacturers, including new brands such as Challenger, Fendt, Valtra or Massey Ferguson.
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Construction Simulator
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Construction Simulator has returned – larger and more impressive than ever! Fulfil your ambition to become a successful construction entrepreneur by establishing your business from scratch, assisted by your mentor Hape.
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OMSI 2: Steam Edition
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Off to the next round! Experience a new omnibus simulator with OMSI 2 and start discovering Spandau while driving the omnibus. OMSI 2 is the successor of the well-known and awarded omnibus simulator "OMSI - The Bus Simulator".
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Bus Simulator 27
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Drive officially licensed buses from renowned manufacturers and manage your bus company to success. Felicia Bay’s public transportation system is counting on you!
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Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Garden Life is a relaxing gardening game in which you create your dream garden in a peaceful, colourful world. Plant and add ornaments at your own pace, transforming an overgrown forgotten plot into a flourishing community garden.
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Rescue HQ - The Tycoon
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Build up your headquarters from scratch and design your own masterpiece. In Rescue HQ you build, organize and manage a joint station for firefighters, police and ambulance. Manage your resources wisely and master challenging emergencies to keep your city safe! Are you up to the challenge?
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Bus Bound
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Step into the driver’s seat in Bus Bound, the latest title from the creators of Bus Simulator 21. Explore a vibrant city behind the wheel of officially licensed buses, and help transform it into a pedestrian-friendly paradise—one stop at a time.
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Tram Simulator Urban Transit
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 18.
Welcome to Tram Simulator Urban Transit - get on aboard! In this game, you take on the role of a tram driver and manager. Drive 6 tram models. Transport passengers and drive them to the numerous stops. Plan your own routes, manage your timetables, and expand your tram network.
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Drone Swarm
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Drone Swarm is a very unique take on tactical games. Control 32,000 drones in quick, fast-paced fights. Combine your swarm abilities and counter constantly evolving attacks of your opponents. Survive varying enemy waves, get upgrades to your swarm, and make it to the next system alive!
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Son of Nor
Single-player alternative to Bus Simulator 18 — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The World is Your Weapon in Son of Nor, a third-person action-adventure! Alter the environment with your terraforming abilities, use telekinetic powers to bend the dynamic surroundings to your will and cast powerful elemental spells that can be combined to wreak havoc on your enemies!