Games Like Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery

The Star Named EOS is a story-rich puzzle adventure built around photography. Recreate compositions of past photos to uncover the truth of a family mystery. Experience a harmonious mixture of beautiful hand-drawn art and engaging puzzles on a journey of reminiscence.

Why similar: 360 Video 31.4% ★, Hidden Object 9.7%, Interactive Fiction 7.5%, Anime 7.4%, Point & Click 7%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same developer and artistic DNA, focusing on photography and memory-based puzzles within a stunning, hand-drawn world.

When the Past was Around is an adventure point-and-click puzzle game about love, moving on, letting go, and the joy and pain of everything in between.

Why similar: Hidden Object 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 14.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Point & Click 11.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional point-and-click puzzle game that uses music and art to tell a touching story about love and loss.

Repair old-school objects in this cozy puzzle game. Join antique-restorer Maria, as she arrives in the sun-soaked town of Bellariva and set out on a journey of helping the townsfolk reconnect.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.6%, Relaxing 17.1%, Puzzle 15.7%, Casual 11.9%, Story Rich 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the same tactile satisfaction of fixing objects while weaving in a heartfelt story about family and connection.

Florence Yeoh feels a little... stuck. Her life is an endless routine of work, sleep, and spending too much time on social media. Then one day, she meets a cello player named Krish who changes everything about how she sees the world and herself.

Why similar: Narrative 30.2% ★, Interactive Fiction 16.5%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Story Rich 11%, Point & Click 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like Behind the Frame, this is a short, interactive narrative that uses simple, intuitive mechanics to explore the complexities of human relationships.

Unpacking is a zen puzzle game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking.

Why similar: Relaxing 24.7%, Point & Click 13.6%, Cute 13.5%, Puzzle 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It uses environmental storytelling to reveal a character's life history through the simple, relaxing act of organizing their belongings.

Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.

Why similar: Narrative 37.9% ★, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Relaxing 8.7%, Cute 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking, hand-painted adventure that focuses on childhood memories and the emotional weight of the past.

Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 17.2%, Female Protagonist 14%, Relaxing 12.6%, Cute 12.4%, Puzzle 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, hand-drawn puzzle game where you rearrange map pieces to explore the world and help the characters you meet.

Gorogoa is an elegant evolution of the puzzle genre, told through a beautifully hand-drawn story designed and illustrated by Jason Roberts. Winner of Debut Game at the 2018 BAFTA Games Awards, as well as Best Mobile Game and the Innovation Award at the GDC 2018 Choice Awards.

Why similar: Puzzle 24.4%, Hand-drawn 23.9%, Point & Click 15.1%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Interactive Fiction 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An exquisite puzzle game where you manipulate hand-drawn illustrations to uncover a beautiful, wordless narrative.

Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!

Why similar: Hidden Object 19.3%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, Relaxing 13.6%, Puzzle 11.9%, Atmospheric 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, wholesome game that encourages observation and photography to solve puzzles and help the local community.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Atmospheric 23.8%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, Relaxing 11.4%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of atmospheric art and music that mirrors the emotional journey found in Behind the Frame.

Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure set within a mysterious book. Sneak out late, make new friends, uncover hidden truths, and collect words that will change the course of fate!

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.9%, Point & Click 11.5%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Story Rich 11%, Exploration 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure that combines a cozy aesthetic with a compelling, branching narrative mystery.

Röki is a stunning adventure set in the snowcapped wilderness. As Tove, you must explore an uncharted world of hidden legends and forgotten monsters. Solve puzzles, collect curiosities, and uncover a tale of tragic loss, as you chart your path to redemption.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.8%, Atmospheric 19.9%, Puzzle 18.4%, Story Rich 18.3%, Casual 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern adventure game that blends folklore-inspired puzzles with a heartfelt story about family and loss.

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Puzzle 22.2%, Relaxing 20.1%, Atmospheric 19%, Cute 16.9%, Story Rich 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, atmospheric puzzle game that focuses on a journey of hope, discovery, and helping others find their way.

Letters is a fun word puzzle game about friendship, growing up and finding your place in life. Follow Sarah, a shy girl from Switzerland, by moving through her pen pal letters and chat messages. Use the power of words to solve riddles, interact with her friends and decide who she will grow up to be.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.9%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, Atmospheric 12.8%, Story Rich 12.8%, Cute 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique artistic style and narrative-driven puzzles that explore the life of a young woman through her letters.

Venba is a short narrative cooking game, where you play as an Indian mom who immigrates to Canada with her family in the 1980s. Cook various dishes and restore lost recipes, hold branching conversations, and explore South Indian food in this story about family, love, and loss.

Why similar: Narrative 31.5% ★, Cinematic 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Hand-drawn 8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, narrative-driven game that uses cooking and cultural exploration to tell a deeply personal and emotional family story.

Overcome emotional struggles across a touching narrative filled with twists and surprises. Embark on a dream-like journey, with breathtaking artistic direction and the enthralling voice of Hannah Murray (Game of Thrones, Skins).

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.4%, Atmospheric 25.2%, Puzzle 24.3%, Singleplayer 5.7%, Story Rich 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle game that explores a young girl's inner struggles through light and shadow mechanics.

Old Man’s Journey, a soul-searching puzzle adventure, tells a story of life, loss, and hope. Interacting with the world around you, you'll shape the landscape to create the old man's path forward. Experience heartache and hope as you embark on a heartfelt journey through a sunkissed world.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.2%, Point & Click 17.2%, Interactive Fiction 16.9%, Story Rich 12.1%, Atmospheric 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A soul-searching puzzle adventure that tells a story of life, regret, and hope through gorgeous, hand-drawn landscapes.

Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.2%, Relaxing 19.5%, Atmospheric 17.3%, Cute 12.7%, Exploration 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A breathtakingly beautiful puzzle-platformer that emphasizes atmosphere and a gentle, hand-painted world.

Experience a brand new adventure game set amongst a world of weird and wonderful fish planets. Explore beautiful environments, solve intricate puzzles and discover the truth about a mysterious little girl and her mechanical alter-ego, Cubus.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.6%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Relaxing 11.5%, Cute 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, point-and-click puzzle game with a unique, hand-drawn aesthetic and a focus on exploration.

Coffee Talk is a coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator about listening to fantasy-inspired modern peoples’ problems, and helping them by serving up a warm drink or two.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.8%, Relaxing 19.1%, Atmospheric 16.9%, Story Rich 14.6%, Anime 14.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, cozy game that focuses on listening to the stories of others while performing relaxing, repetitive tasks.

Pick up what the waves wash ashore to make instruments. Use those instruments to answer the echoes heard from beyond the ocean.

Why similar: Relaxing 13.4%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Puzzle 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, short experience that emphasizes nature, sound, and simple puzzle-solving in a beautiful coastal setting.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Relaxing 31%, Exploration 24.2%, Cute 21.7%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Casual 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, open-ended exploration game that captures the same sense of peace and wonder found in quiet, artistic titles.

What if the physical objects of everyday life, the possessions we hold close, were actual windows to the past? Peer into distant memories and unseen futures in Hindsight.

Why similar: Narrative 14.3% ★, Cinematic 13.7%, Hidden Object 12.4%, Point & Click 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration game that uses objects and memories to piece together a life story, mirroring the reflective nature of Behind the Frame.

If Found... is a game about going home, coming out and erasing everything.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 28%, Female Protagonist 25.4%, Story Rich 17%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Casual 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An intimate, story-rich game that uses the act of erasing a diary to reveal a poignant and personal narrative.

Explore strange and wonderful islands and dark labyrinths below in this narrative puzzle platformer. Guide young mechanic Mo on her quest to repair a world on the brink of collapse. The powerful Omni Switch at your disposal may not be enough to fix the damage that hides beneath the surface...

Why similar: Narrative 36.1% ★, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Story Rich 8.9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Atmospheric 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy game with a distinct, hand-drawn art style that explores themes of duty and emotional isolation.

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Narrative 38.4% ★, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Puzzle 10.6%, Relaxing 10.3%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative puzzle game where the environment itself is made of words, creating a deeply emotional and creative experience.

A breathtaking open-world adventure awaits! Explore magical realms, restore lost light, and form wordless bonds with players worldwide. Complete quests and solve puzzles in seasonal events that celebrate kindness, discovery, and heartfelt connection.

Why similar: Atmospheric 25.7%, Puzzle 22.8%, Cute 21.9%, Exploration 21.3%, Casual 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A social, atmospheric exploration game that focuses on beauty, movement, and quiet connection in a vast, dreamlike world.

Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.8%, Exploration 18.7%, Story Rich 17.8%, Cute 16.1%, Casual 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, wholesome game about exploring a beautiful island and helping the environment through simple, rewarding tasks.

What Remains of Edith Finch is a collection of strange tales about a family in Washington state. As Edith, you’ll explore the colossal Finch house, searching for stories as she explores her family history and tries to figure out why she's the last one in her family left alive.

Why similar: Story Rich 27.8%, Atmospheric 22.1%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, First-Person 13.7%, Exploration 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven exploration game that masterfully uses unique gameplay mechanics to tell the emotional stories of a family's history.

Embark on a journey of forgiveness through impossible environments and illusionary puzzles. Experience this meditative and calming puzzle game by manipulating monuments and creating evolving paths to explore new, surreal, and mysterious worlds.

Why similar: Relaxing 20.7%, Puzzle 17.9%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Point & Click 16.8%, Exploration 11.7%

It's 1986 - Meredith Weiss takes a break from her career in the big city to deliver mail in her hometown. How will she experience two weeks in beautiful Providence Oaks, with its iconic lake and quirky community? And what will she do next? It's up to you.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.3%, Relaxing 26%, Story Rich 19.2%, Atmospheric 17.1%, Exploration 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A slow-paced, narrative-driven game about taking a break from city life to reconnect with oneself in a peaceful, scenic environment.

Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?

Why similar: Narrative 32.2% ★, Cinematic 18.1%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Atmospheric 12.6%, Story Rich 10.9%

Classic point-and-click adventure with a magical atmosphere. Discover what happens one night Beyond the Wall of the garden. Immerse yourself into a mysterious world where fantasy meets reality with a pinch of humor. Solve puzzles, collect items, and overcome obstacles that await you on your journey.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.9%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, Incremental 12.1%, Relaxing 11.1%, Cute 10.5%

OPUS: Prism Peak is a narrative adventure where you play as a weary photographer stranded in the Dusklands, traveling with a girl who's lost her memories. Together, you'll uncover the mysteries of this land through your camera and find your way home.

Why similar: Narrative 31.3% ★, Anime 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Story Rich 8.1%

Join Norah, a woman plagued by a mysterious illness, in her search for her missing husband in this adventure puzzle game set on a lush island paradise. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and unlock forbidden secrets in a moving tale of mystery and love.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.1%, Puzzle 17.6%, Story Rich 15.2%, First-Person 15%, Atmospheric 13.4%

Leila is a heartfelt, hand-animated narrative game about the small yet significant struggles we all face. Solve story-driven puzzles, relive fragile memories, and discover a deeply personal journey that may feel more familiar than you expect.

Why similar: Narrative 27.2% ★, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Point & Click 11.9%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Hidden Object 9%

Dive into the boundless galaxy and embark on an emotional adventure! Help little robot Emeth to fulfill a century-old promise by finding Earth in order to save Mankind—so step into the spaceship, operate a deep space telescope, and find out what’s out there in the unknown.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 15.1%, Point & Click 13.7%, Female Protagonist 13%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Story Rich 10.4%

Teacup is a short and wholesome narrative adventure game with a focus on exploration and non-linear progression. Help a small and shy frog on her journey to find the ingredients she needs for her tea party!

Why similar: Narrative 37% ★, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Cute 10.5%, Story Rich 9.8%, Relaxing 9%

Timelie is a stealth puzzle adventure, where you control time like a media player. Perceive future events to plan your escape strategy from the past, sneak an enemy, and manipulate time through this companionship journey of a mysterious cat and a little girl with a precognitive power.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.1%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Relaxing 13%, Anime 12.6%, Puzzle 12.1%

Set out on a mystical adventure of self-discovery against the backdrop of fantastical landscapes of The Tower. Meet its dwellers and unravel their stories. Manipulate spirits to solve puzzles, and lead Ina on her path to freedom.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.3%, Atmospheric 20.6%, Story Rich 14.7%, Puzzle 14.4%, Exploration 10%

Discover illusionary pathways and delightful puzzles as you learn the secrets of The Sacred Geometry. Follow the heart warming story of Ro in her journey through motherhood. Rediscover independence through manipulating monuments and evolving paths to explore new, surreal, and mysterious worlds.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.2%, Puzzle 15.8%, Atmospheric 13%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Exploration 12.4%

In a place called Wind Peaks, mysteries happen, help the scouts find all the missing objects in this fun and relaxing adventure of treasure hunt

Why similar: Hidden Object 16.1%, Point & Click 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Relaxing 9.1%

Pieced Together is a cozy scrapbooking game that takes you on a heartfelt journey about friendship and getting older. Sort items, solve gentle puzzles, and decorate the scrapbook as you uncover the story piece by piece.

Why similar: Relaxing 18.2%, Hand-drawn 17.8%, Puzzle 15.6%, Story Rich 13.8%, Cute 11.8%

A cooking puzzle game about arranging beautiful bento lunches! Solve 120+ recipes, play with food, think inside the box and enjoy a heartwarming story in this culinary brain-teaser!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 16.5%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Relaxing 15%, Puzzle 12.7%, Cute 12.3%

Embark on an emotional first-person narrative adventure where you control the story—and affect its outcomes—with your real-life blinks. With this innovative technique you will fully immerse yourself in a world of memories, both joyous and heartbreaking, as your whole life flashes before your eyes.

Why similar: Narrative 54% ★, Interactive Fiction 13.4%, Story Rich 11.6%, First-Person 7.8%, Hand-drawn 7.3%

A cozy puzzler with story. Recreate paintings by applying lines & colors in a specific order. Explore beautiful mazes & collect letters of a poem. Help two sweethearts find a path towards each other. Three games in one. Hints when stuck. 160+ paintings, 3~4 hours, set to a chill soundtrack.

Why similar: Relaxing 20.6%, Puzzle 17.8%, Atmospheric 16%, Story Rich 14.9%, Cute 14.2%

Explore a lively oasis city filled with charming characters, forgotten ruins and ominous conspiracies in the second chapter of NAIRI, a narrative puzzle adventure about Nairi's perilous quest to save her family.

Why similar: Point & Click 15%, Hand-drawn 12%, Relaxing 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9%, Story Rich 8.4%

Finding Hannah is a relaxing puzzle game about a woman navigating a midlife crisis. Hannah’s got it all: a well-paying job, a fancy coffee machine, and a comfortable life – so why isn’t she happy? Lead her on a journey of self-discovery as you explore beautiful scenes and find hidden objects.

Why similar: Hidden Object 23.8%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Point & Click 14.9%, Puzzle 10.6%, Hand-drawn 9.7%

A unique artist sim game with realistic paint mixing, physics and numerous painting tools. Upgrade and customize your studio, complete tasks, sell and expose art, buy instruments and get famous!

Why similar: Relaxing 27.3%, First-Person 22.8%, Cute 19.9%, Atmospheric 17.9%, Casual 7.2%

Play as an interstellar custodian sent to clean up a polluted ocean planet. Pick up trash, explore the vibrant waters, and take care of axolotl-like alien creatures!

Why similar: Relaxing 31.8%, Cute 23.2%, Atmospheric 18%, Exploration 16.9%, Casual 5.6%

Embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration in The Search - a story-driven puzzle-adventure set in a mysterious world where art comes to life!

Why similar: Hidden Object 17.2%, Point & Click 15.4%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Relaxing 10.1%, Puzzle 8.9%

Looking Up is a cozy puzzle game where you play as Emilia, a curious young girl who wants to learn how to fly. Solve gentle puzzles, interact with meaningful objects, and uncover the memories that shaped her dreams.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.7%, Puzzle 19.5%, Relaxing 19.1%, Cute 15.4%, Hand-drawn 12.6%

Five Dates is an interactive rom-com about the unpredictable world of digital dating. With five potential female matches, Vinny explores whether compatibility, chemistry and connection is still possible in a world where physical touch is no longer an option.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 38.1%, Point & Click 32.9%, Story Rich 13.7%, Relaxing 13%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Children of Silentown is a dark adventure game that tells the story of Lucy, a girl growing up in a village deep in a forest inhabited by monsters. People disappearing is nothing uncommon here, but this time, Lucy is old enough to investigate on her own. Or so she thinks.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.4%, Female Protagonist 18%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Story Rich 12.3%

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: Narrative 22% ★, Point & Click 12%, Interactive Fiction 10.7%, Hidden Object 9.8%, Hand-drawn 9.2%

'Pieces of the Past' is a cute, sentimental adventure where you restore family keepsakes to uncover touching stories. Blend puzzle-solving with the joy of preserving memories in this delightful journey!

Why similar: Point & Click 18.3%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Relaxing 16.8%, Puzzle 15.7%, Cute 11.9%

Make friends, free spirits and make sure that the world doesn’t end! Welcome to Kraken Academy, a technicolor fever dream that for legal reasons can only be described as "technically a school." Join forces with a magical kraken to save the world!

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 25.9%, Anime 19.7%, Story Rich 14%, RPG 11.1%, Cute 10.7%

The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.

Why similar: Anime 33.1%, RPG 33.1%, Story Rich 26.3%, Singleplayer 7.5%

You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Visit cities, scale summits, unearth mysteries, and discover forgotten places!

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.7%, Relaxing 16.1%, Atmospheric 13.6%, First-Person 13%, Story Rich 12.7%

Leave home for the first time to collect memories before a mysterious cataclysm washes everything away. Ride, record, meet people, and unravel the strange world around you in this third-person meditative exploration game.

Why similar: Narrative 24.3% ★, Interactive Fiction 15.6%, Cinematic 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Relaxing 9.5%