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Single-player games like Artificer: Science of Magic

Below are 10 single-player Steam games similar to Artificer: Science of Magic, 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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    Undarkened: Revival — Steam game cover

    Undarkened: Revival

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Undarkened is a wizarding survival-adventure game where you must unravel the mystery of what, or who, corrupted your homeland. Explore a devastated world alone or with your friends, find out what happened, and try everything you can to save your home.

    2022IndieAdventureRPG14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Brinefall — Steam game cover

    Brinefall

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Embark on an epic journey in Brinefall, where you'll gather resources and construct your own village while exploring a vast open-world filled with secrets and mysteries. Battle fierce enemies and collect valuable loot in this unique blend of sandbox and RPG gameplay.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Force of Nature 2: Prologue — Steam game cover

    Force of Nature 2: Prologue

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Force of Nature 2: Prologue is an introduction to the world of the main game. Explore one of the many worlds and uncover its mystery. This game combines the genres of Survival, Sandbox, Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Resource Management

    2023ActionStrategyIndieFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ars Notoria — Steam game cover

    Ars Notoria

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure and RPG with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Ars Notoria is an open-world survival crafting game set in a rich fantasy world. Learn six distinct schools of magic, gather resources, build your base, expand your influence, and stand against the ever-shifting threat of the Enthralled. You are the one destined to change the kingdom.

    2025ActionAdventureSimulation19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mana Alchemy — Steam game cover

    Mana Alchemy

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    An open-world bullet heaven RPG. Explore a cursed island, forge spells via alchemy, and arrange them in your grimoire like a puzzle. Mow down monster hordes and hunt your 7 ruling sisters. Your final choice—execute or forgive them—determines the ending of this dark fantasy.

    2027ActionIndieAdventureSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Force of Nature 2: Ghost Keeper — Steam game cover

    Force of Nature 2: Ghost Keeper

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Force of Nature 2: Ghost Keeper offers incredible adventures full of mystery, danger, exploration and magic. This game combines the genres of Survival, Sandbox, Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Resource Management

    2021ActionStrategyIndie15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Monsters Domain — Steam game cover

    Monsters Domain

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and RPG with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Monsters' Domain is an FPP RPG action game where you play as an overlord necromancer on a quest to regain power. Build a domain of monsters, command undead armies, and use powerful skills to defeat enemies. Explore dungeons, confront enemies, and master necromancy to shape the destiny of your realm

    2024ActionStrategyIndie19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Machine Mind — Steam game cover

    Machine Mind

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Machine Mind is an action game in a post-apocalyptic setting with elements of survival and RTS. You will fight, craft modules, build your transport, develop and protect your base. You can control other vehicles to automate operations. Discover all the secrets of the destroyed world!

    2026ActionStrategyIndie15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Don't Starve — Steam game cover

    Don't Starve

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.

    2013IndieAdventureSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Balthazar's Dream — Steam game cover

    Balthazar's Dream

    Single-player alternative to Artificer: Science of Magic — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Artificer: Science of Magic.

    Visit a wonderfully peculiar dog's dream in a heroic attempt to save your owner in this beautiful pixel art puzzle platformer.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →