Games Like AR-K

AR-K: The Great Escape is the third episode in the classic point and click saga of AR-K. Help Alicia Van Volish to escape from District 8 and discover the source of the mysterious Golden Sphere through a great story, written by the 3 times Eisner award-winning writer Greg Rucka.

Why similar: Dark Humor 29.4%, 2.5D 18.7%, Difficult 16.7%, Mouse Only 13.2% ★, Dynamic Narration 10.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, continuing the story with the same characters and mechanics.

From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.3%, Dark Humor 30.6%, Adventure 9.5%, Comedy 7%, Classic 5.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: Matches the dark, irreverent humor and challenging puzzle design found in the AR-K series.

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.1%, Dark Humor 14%, Comedy 13.4%, Adventure 11.6%, Puzzle 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of cynical dark humor and a dystopian setting that requires clever point-and-click puzzle solving.

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Point & Click 61.2%, Adventure 17.2%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Mystery 4.8%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, dystopian point-and-click adventure that excels in world-building and complex narrative mystery.

Whispers of a Machine is a Sci-Fi Nordic Noir that tells the story of Vera, a cybernetically augmented detective in a post-AI world, who investigates a string of murders and unravels a dark conflict over forbidden technology.

Why similar: Point & Click 28%, Detective 18.6%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Adventure 10.6%, Mystery 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi noir mystery featuring a strong female protagonist and investigative gameplay in a dystopian future.

Embark on a whimsically twisted adventure with Agatha, a child torn between her love for eating meat and her friendships with animals. Join her as she discovers religion and creates her own, Carnivorism, to convince animals that the sacrifice of their flesh is the secret to their eternal happiness.

Why similar: Dark Humor 39%, Point & Click 28.1%, Adventure 17.6%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique female protagonist and a dark, satirical sense of humor that fits the tone of AR-K perfectly.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 97%, Detective 0.7%, Mystery 0.7%, Female Protagonist 0.6%, Adventure 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Follows a sharp-witted female protagonist investigating a dark mystery in a classic point-and-click style.

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Dark Humor 26.1%, Point & Click 22.4%, Mystery 12.5%, Detective 11.4%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click mystery with a strong narrative focus and atmospheric, hand-drawn visuals.

Life has ceased. Man is but a myth. And now, even the machines have begun to fail. Lead Horatio Nullbuilt and his sarcastic sidekick Crispin on a journey through the crumbling world of Primordia, facing malfunctioning robots, ancient secrets, and an implacable, power-hungry foe.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.5%, Dystopian 22.6%, Adventure 12.9%, Atmospheric 5%, Retro 2%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully atmospheric dystopian adventure that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving in a ruined world.

The Slaughter is a noir point-and-click adventure set in Victorian London, laced with adult themes and dark humour. Follow the trail of a killer through atmospheric London locations and surreal dream worlds, meeting a cast of interesting, insane and eccentrically British characters along the way.

Why similar: Dark Humor 34.6%, Detective 17.9%, Mystery 15.4%, Point & Click 8.3%, Female Protagonist 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, noir-inspired mystery that captures the suspenseful atmosphere of the seed game.

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.7%, Dark Humor 19.2%, Detective 18.2%, Mystery 12.6%, Comedy 8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines supernatural mystery with a lighthearted, humorous tone and classic point-and-click mechanics.

Discover a dark family secret and rid a young girl of her nightmares in this splendidly British point & click comedy adventure. Playing as sharp-witted Lucy, explore both dreams and reality to meet all the colourful characters who'll help you solve puzzles, gather clues and find a murderer.

Why similar: Dark Humor 26%, Point & Click 21.9%, Mystery 13.2%, Comedy 9.1%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A witty, dream-based point-and-click adventure that balances humor with intriguing mystery elements.

Discover a world where life is cheap, identities are bought & sold, & a quest for redemption can change the fate of a whole galaxy.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.8%, Dystopian 25%, Detective 13.3%, Adventure 11.6%, Retro 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, dystopian point-and-click mystery that shares the dark, suspenseful tone of the seed game.

A mystery adventure about propaganda, surveillance and AI control, seen through the eyes of a grandfather and granddaughter.

Why similar: Dystopian 30.4%, Point & Click 21.7%, Comedy 10.7%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dystopian adventure game that features a unique perspective and clever puzzle mechanics.

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.1%, Detective 17.6%, Mystery 17%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern adventure game that emphasizes historical mystery and puzzle-solving with a strong female lead.

A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.

Why similar: Dark Humor 29.6%, Point & Click 19.2%, Detective 17.4%, 2.5D 13.1%, Hidden Object 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized noir mystery that excels in character-driven storytelling and atmospheric world-building.

With her telekinesis, unorthodox use of torture instruments, a knack for improvisation and the help of a shady fox she makes her way from the peaks of Glass Mountain to the deepest dungeon.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.2%, Dark Humor 27.5%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Adventure 12.5%, Comedy 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a determined female protagonist in a dark, fairy-tale-inspired world with classic point-and-click gameplay.

A comedy point-and-click adventure game about a dead uncle, a hidden treasure, a reluctant ghost sidekick, old people and pizza.

Why similar: Dark Humor 32.7%, Point & Click 27.5%, Comedy 11.2%, Third Person 9.2%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous point-and-click adventure that focuses on clever dialogue and inventory-based puzzles.

The Journey Down is a point-and-click series with an Afro-Caribbean twist. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, mystery and grave danger - but also a journey of warmth, friendship and love.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.4%, Dark Humor 18.2%, Mouse Only 13.8% ★, 2.5D 11.8%, Dynamic Narration 9.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric point-and-click adventure with a distinct art style and a compelling, mysterious plot.

Intruder In Antiquonia is a narrative mystery adventure that will immerse you in the Internet-hostile town of Antiquonia. Sarah does not remember who she is and how she got there. Help her solve the mysteries of her past while exploring beautiful hand-drawn environments.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.9%, Detective 16.1%, Mystery 13.4%, Third Person 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused adventure game that rewards careful observation and logical puzzle-solving.

True stories told by real people. Welcome to Elk transforms the weird, wonderful, dark and desperate tales of the road less-traveled into an inventive, biographical adventure. This is an island like no other where drama, trauma, love and laughter hide around every corner.

Why similar: Dark Humor 41.4%, Mystery 16.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Point & Click 9.1%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure that uses a unique art style to explore dark, mysterious, and emotional themes.

Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.5%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Adventure 10.5%, Puzzle 10.1%, Hidden Object 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, psychological point-and-click game featuring a young female protagonist navigating a surreal and unsettling world.

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.7%, Adventure 14.8%, Classic 13.3% ★, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Mystery 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game featuring a strong female lead and a deep, immersive mystery.

Sneak into the pharaoh's pyramid and meet up with Assil and his crew of crazy friends. Just as the party starts to get hot, a silly accident turns life upside down! Help Assil reverse the curse!

Why similar: Point & Click 26.2%, Dark Humor 23.4%, Third Person 14.4%, Classic 13.5% ★, Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click comedy adventure that shares the witty, dialogue-heavy nature of the seed game.

Are you ready for an adventure? Challenges, exploration and puzzles in a narrative driven experience, pick up your camera and test your wits in this first-person mystery by the team behind Quern!

Why similar: Dark Humor 29.7%, Point & Click 16.2%, Detective 14.9%, Mystery 12.8%, Female Protagonist 9%

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Point & Click 35.7%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Detective 18.6%, Adventure 11.9%, Atmospheric 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mature narrative adventure that explores heavy themes through a unique, stylized lens.

A Bleaker Predicklement is a hilarious AND mysterious point and click adventure game. Explore smoggy alleys, meet suspicious characters and help Bertram as he finds himself framed for a murdering he did not commit!

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Detective 17.3%, Mystery 17.2%, Adventure 13.3%, Comedy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, mystery-filled point-and-click game with a distinct Victorian-inspired aesthetic.

Pick up your magnifying glass as writer-turned-detective Penelope Pendrick in this first-person point and click mystery adventure! Three people have suddenly vanished from the sleepy town of Carlisle. Follow the clues, interrogate suspects, and solve puzzles to end this case - before it ends you.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.1%, Mystery 23.9%, Detective 16.2%, Adventure 11.1%, Female Protagonist 6.9%

Set a Course for Danger and Discovery!

Why similar: Point & Click 22.2%, Detective 16.9%, Mystery 15.4%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Mouse Only 10.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded mystery game that focuses on complex puzzles and investigative storytelling.

Explore a vast, mysterious castle riddled with secret rooms and challenging puzzles in this award-winning puzzle adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 23.5%, Difficult 23.4%, Mystery 14.6%, Hidden Object 11.7%, Female Protagonist 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy mystery game that focuses on exploration and uncovering secrets in a detailed environment.

The award-winning debut adventure game from the creators of Deponia and The Whispered World now on Steam. Accompany young Edna and her talking stuffed bunny Harvey on a whacky attempt to escape from her padded cell. Experience a bizarre journey all across the insane asylum and far beyond its brick walls.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.1%, Dark Humor 28.2%, Comedy 10%, Adventure 9.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

Delve into Dark Legends Lurking in the Shadow of an Old English Mansion!

Why similar: Point & Click 22.7%, Mystery 15.7%, Detective 15.2%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Mouse Only 11.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: A fan-favorite mystery title that emphasizes challenging puzzles and deep investigative gameplay.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.9%, Adventure 13.3%, Classic 9.8% ★, Detective 7.3%, Comedy 6.5%

The Secret of Retropolis is a VR narrative game of a new kind, a blend of classic point-and-click adventure with immersive cinematography. Embody the witty protagonist of a film noir plot. Meet unforgettable characters. Solve puzzles. Lose yourself in the retro-futuristic atmosphere.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.1%, Detective 26.7%, Dynamic Narration 15.4% ★, Adventure 8.7%, Puzzle 6.3%

Riddles Of The Past is a Hidden Object game with detective story and post apocalyptic atmosphere.

Why similar: Point & Click 23.1%, Detective 21.6%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Hidden Object 15.1%, Mouse Only 14.2% ★

A story-driven psychological horror game filled with puzzles and humorous moments. In this world where reality and fantasy intertwine, nothing will ever be as it seems.

Why similar: Dark Humor 33.4%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Hidden Object 14.7%, Comedy 13.2%, Adventure 7.7%

TSIOQUE (pronounced: "chiock") is a dark but playful Point & Click adventure, hand-animated in meticulous, frame-by-frame 2D. Escape the clutches of an Evil Wizard and discover the secrets hidden within the spellbound castle of your ancestors.

Why similar: Dark Humor 32.6%, Point & Click 22.3%, Mystery 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Adventure 6.1%

Discover a humouristic point and click adventure inspired by all the masterpieces which made us stick to our computers back in the day (and therefore we played outside way too infrequently). [Chapter 1 available]

Why similar: Point & Click 51.8%, Adventure 15.4%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Funny 7.9%, Atmospheric 7.1%

Unearth Sinister Secrets in an Ancient Egyptian Tomb!

Why similar: Point & Click 25.3%, Mouse Only 18.4% ★, 2.5D 15.2%, Detective 11.7%, Adventure 10.7%

Chapter Two of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Dark Humor 23.3%, Point & Click 22.2%, Detective 15.9%, 2.5D 12.9%, Adventure 7.9%

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Point & Click 28.4%, Detective 22.7%, Mystery 13.3%, Comedy 9%, Classic 8.5% ★

Edna & Harvey are back! The award-winning adventure with high resolution visuals, new technology, intuitive controls – Experience this quirky cult classic with Edna & Harvey anew, but better than ever before!

Why similar: Dark Humor 28.6%, Adventure 27.7%, Point & Click 24.4%, Comedy 8.3%, Female Protagonist 6.6%

Join the investigation in Murder Is Game Over, a pixel art point-and-click game where you and Cleo try to solve the murder of a famous game designer. Can you uncover the clues and catch the killer before it's game over?

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.2%, Point & Click 22.9%, Detective 17%, Hidden Object 13.2%, Puzzle 5.4%

A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

Why similar: Point & Click 31%, 2.5D 27.8%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Mystery 13.2%, Adventure 5.5%

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Point & Click 29.8%, Detective 27.4%, Mystery 14.1%, Comedy 7.3%, Funny 5.9%

A comedic point-and-click adventure where a hungover antique dealer must solve his own robbery in Paris, dragging himself and his friends into a wildly idiotic journey!

Why similar: Dark Humor 27.7%, Point & Click 21.2%, Mystery 12.3%, Hidden Object 10.1%, Comedy 9.1%

Colin’s apartment maze has puzzles, dialogues, and some dry humor waiting for you. A surreal adventure of a special kind.

Why similar: Dark Humor 46.1%, Point & Click 28.9%, Adventure 8.1%, Mystery 7.8%, Puzzle 5.6%

A creepy-cozy 3D adventure game about solving puzzles, rebuilding a haunted ghost town, meeting weird creatures, and listening to ridiculous music!

Why similar: Third Person 27.6%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Mystery 16.2%, Comedy 12%, Puzzle 8%

Darkestville Castle — a darkly comedic point-and-click adventure where you play as a sarcastic demon. Solve clever puzzles, manipulate idiots, and bring chaos back to Darkestville, because being evil is just more fun.

Why similar: Dark Humor 21.2%, Point & Click 20.9%, Third Person 13.1%, Classic 11.1% ★, Hidden Object 9.8%

The award-winning point-and-click adventure returns in the Director's Cut with an extended story, additional puzzles, and new areas to explore. Witness the rise of an iconic detective as you uncover a dark and sinister truth hiding behind the calm exterior of a small rural town.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.9%, Detective 22.2%, Mystery 16.6%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Adventure 6.4%

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Point & Click 29%, Detective 22.5%, Mystery 19%, Comedy 12.5%, Adventure 7.6%

Honked! is a short narrative-adventure game about a mysterious world of Clowns where not all is as it seems.

Why similar: Third Person 35.7%, Mystery 34.8%, Adventure 15.6%, Hidden Object 10.9%, Singleplayer 3%

An Elusive Killer Shocks a High-Tech Lab!

Why similar: Point & Click 18.9%, Mouse Only 15.8% ★, 2.5D 13.1%, Classic 12.8% ★, Detective 12.5%

A short classic point-and-click adventure with a verb-based interface and dialogue choices, where you explore a strange building, meet unsettling characters, and slowly uncover a dark, ancient secret.

Why similar: Dark Humor 39%, Point & Click 24.1%, Mystery 11.1%, Adventure 8.2%, Retro 6.5%

Point-and-click mystery adventure on the virtual Social Media! Find secrets hidden by family, friends, companies, and idols.

Why similar: Dark Humor 38.1%, Point & Click 20.6%, Mystery 19.5%, Detective 10.7%, Adventure 6.6%

The third game in the Blackwell series

Why similar: Point & Click 66.3%, Adventure 14.8%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Mystery 7.6%

A mysterious and fascinating quest in Hidden Object genre.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.5%, Mouse Only 19.4% ★, Hidden Object 17.9%, Detective 13.9%, Mystery 11.1%

Armikrog is a unique stop motion clay animated point and click adventure game from the creators of Earthworm Jim and the Neverhood. Unravel the mysteries of the fortress that holds Tommynaut and his blind alien talking dog Beak-Beak captive through exploration and puzzle solving!

Why similar: Point & Click 51.2%, Adventure 25%, Comedy 13.6%, Puzzle 7.7%, Singleplayer 2.5%

You are Anna Isobe, a cyborg cop abandoned by progress and thrust into the midst of a global conspiracy. Experience classic point and click gameplay as you travel across the dark future, and make choices that will seal the fate of the world.

Why similar: Dystopian 25.9%, Point & Click 19.7%, Third Person 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Mystery 10.5%

Bear With Me is an episodic noir adventure game. Amber is trying to find her missing brother while being aided by her trusty teddy, Ted E. Bear.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.3%, Dark Humor 18.8%, Detective 15.2%, Hidden Object 11.1%, Mystery 9.8%