Games Like Broken Sword 4 - the Angel of Death (2006)

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.9%, Conspiracy 18.8% ★, Mystery 18%, Cinematic 12.2%, Detective 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive, modernized version of the game that started the entire franchise.

From multi-award winning Revolution Software comes the latest explosive episode in this classic series. Playing as intrepid American George Stobbart and sassy French journalist Nico Collard, you find yourself on the trail of a stolen painting – and a murderous conspiracy...

Why similar: Point & Click 21.6%, Conspiracy 16.8% ★, Mystery 14.9%, Cinematic 9.4%, Detective 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel returns to the series' roots with a compelling mystery and the iconic duo of George and Nico.

Embark on a quest for identity through time, as you piece together the puzzle of two lives.

Why similar: Point & Click 21%, Mystery 15.7%, Cinematic 11.3%, Puzzle 9.2%, Detective 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern evolution of the series that combines beautiful art design with intricate, narrative-driven puzzles.

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 34.9%, Adventure 15.5%, Mystery 12.2%, Puzzle 11.6%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of the genre that offers a deeply atmospheric and emotional journey through mysterious landscapes.

Having searched Eastern and Western Europe for a missing heir, Kate Walker finally completed her long and arduous journey, obtaining the signature of Hans Voralberg and closing the automaton factory buyout.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.4%, Adventure 18.8%, Puzzle 12.3%, Mystery 10.3%, Story Rich 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the poignant and puzzle-rich adventure of Kate Walker with high production values.

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.1%, Mystery 23.2%, Adventure 12.8%, Story Rich 6.7%, Detective 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, mystery-driven narrative that excels in character development and investigative gameplay.

New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.5%, Adventure 15.1%, Mystery 14.7%, Puzzle 7.3%, Story Rich 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar lighthearted yet suspenseful tone with a classic globe-trotting adventure structure.

The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.7%, Story Rich 17%, Adventure 16.2%, Puzzle 4.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary narrative adventure that features complex world-building and a strong, inquisitive protagonist.

After a tragic accident, neurobiologist Dr. David Styles has become a recluse, rarely leaving his home, the Dread Hill House. One day, Samantha Everett, a street magician, appears at Dr. Style's doorstep just as he is seeking a new assistant.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.6%, Adventure 17.6%, Mystery 15.6%, Story Rich 6.6%, Casual 5%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural mystery adventure from the creator of Gabriel Knight that emphasizes clever puzzle-solving.

Dreamfall: The Longest Journey, winner of multiple E3 awards as the best game in its genre, is the continuation of a saga that began in the award-winning The Longest Journey, considered to be one of the finest adventure games ever made.

Why similar: Adventure 29.4%, Story Rich 29.2%, Third Person 25.9%, Atmospheric 6.2%, Singleplayer 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the epic narrative with a focus on cinematic storytelling and immersive exploration.

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 25.5%, Mystery 17.8%, Conspiracy 9.7% ★, Puzzle 9.5%, Detective 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure that captures the classic spirit of international mystery and historical intrigue.

The sequel to the award winning adventure hit Secret Files Tunguska. Famine in Africa, floods in Southeast Asia, economic crisis in Europe, and civil wars in South America, the world is on the brink of disaster.

Why similar: Point & Click 73.3%, Adventure 26.7%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the conspiracy mystery with refined mechanics and a global scale.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 41.9%, Mystery 21.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Detective 11.2%, Puzzle 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, gritty detective mystery that shares the suspenseful and mature tone of the Broken Sword series.

The challenge of a dangerous serial killer plummets detective Lazarus Bundy’s career into a chasm with no way out. In a desperate attempt at a comeback, Lazarus decides to secretly investigate the disappearance of Kathrin Mulzberg.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.3%, Mystery 19.8%, Third Person 13.7%, Adventure 10.8%, Story Rich 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic adventure games with a strong focus on mystery, investigation, and atmospheric settings.

The disappearance of an ambitious engineer and his high-society wife provokes a hunt for a precious artefact. The trail leads you to the attic of their home, and the discovery of an old, peculiar dollhouse. What secrets lie within these walls?

Why similar: Mystery 23.7%, Point & Click 22.8%, Puzzle 20.8%, Hidden Object 12.2%, Adventure 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on intricate, tactile puzzle-solving within a mysterious and atmospheric setting.

Black Mirror is a dark adventure game that details the aftermath of the tragic death of William Gordon. Playing as his grandson Samuel players must unveil the truth behind the events of that fateful, stormy night.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.9%, Mystery 25.1%, Adventure 10.1%, Puzzle 7.1%, Atmospheric 7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic gothic mystery adventure with a heavy focus on atmosphere and uncovering dark secrets.

John Yesterday becomes immortal following an occult ritual. However, not everything goes to plan. He and his girlfriend Pauline must embark on an investigation to try to reproduce the immortality ritual. But his former acquaintances have other plans for him...

Why similar: Point & Click 40.7%, Adventure 23.4%, Mystery 22.2%, Puzzle 10.2%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, globe-trotting mystery with a unique narrative structure and challenging puzzles.

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 61.2%, Adventure 20.6%, Puzzle 7%, Story Rich 4.8%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a high-quality adventure experience with clever puzzles and a charming, witty script.

Unravel one of the greatest mysteries of our time! On the 30th June 1908 an explosion with the combined energy of 2000 Hiroshima bombs rocked the region of Tunguska in Central Siberia and felled over 6,000 square km of trees. The explosion could be heard from as far as 1,000km away.

Why similar: Point & Click 57.2%, Adventure 19.4%, Mystery 16.9%, Puzzle 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic conspiracy-themed point-and-click adventure that feels very similar to the Broken Sword experience.

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%, Mystery 20.5%, Detective 14%, Puzzle 10.5%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling detective mystery with a strong narrative focus and an engaging investigative loop.

The ex-priest James Murphy answers a mysterious call for help from his friend Cristoforo. The disappearance of a briefcase containing compromising documents convinces James that his friend is a victim of something sinister. The Vatican's involvement inspires James to get to the bottom of this mystery.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.7%, Mystery 16.5%, Adventure 14.8%, Story Rich 11%, Third Person 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, conspiracy-laden mystery set in an atmospheric location that feels right at home with the Broken Sword aesthetic.

How Far Would You Go to Escape the Past? Step into a story filled with danger, intrigue, and complicated relationships in Midnight in Salem, the new 3D mystery adventure with detective Nancy Drew. Time is short, and you, as Nancy Drew, must solve the mystery before the clock strikes midnight.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.3%, Mystery 20.1%, Detective 13%, Adventure 11.3%, Hidden Object 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern detective adventure that emphasizes thorough investigation and logical puzzle-solving.

In this point-and-click urban thriller, down-and-out private eye Kathy Rain will embark on her most dangerous case yet — the pursuit of the notorious serial killer known as the Soothsayer. Find clues, gather evidence, connect the dots, and confront the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted…

Why similar: Point & Click 20.6%, Mystery 17.3%, Conspiracy 16.3% ★, Detective 10.7%, Puzzle 8.6%

1936: Soldiers of the Third Reich roam the world seeking occult weapons for their insane plans of conquest. When Fenton Paddock, a former British soldier and hapless smuggler, is asked to look for his friend Richard, who went missing in Tibet, he has no idea that this search will lead him across three continents to a secret that could...

Why similar: Point & Click 64%, Adventure 22.7%, Story Rich 9.4%, Retro 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game set in the 1930s with a strong focus on international intrigue and historical mystery.

Become Nicole Bonnet: a young female FBI agent and accept the challenge! Who is the murderer? A psychopath or maybe a meticulous and intelligent man? To solve the mystery you have to start thinking like the felon.

Why similar: Point & Click 44%, Adventure 36.2%, Detective 19.8%

Why You'll Like It: A grounded investigative thriller that fans of the mystery genre will appreciate for its procedural focus.

A moody tale that combines the intrigue and atmosphere of a Raymond Chandler novel or Humphrey Bogart film with classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, Face Noir follows private eye Jack Del Nero as he’s falsely accused of murdering the man who left a little girl in his protection.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.7%, Adventure 15.2%, Mystery 11.5%, Detective 11.5%, Third Person 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A hard-boiled detective story that mirrors the investigative tone and urban mystery elements of the genre.

The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!

Why similar: Point & Click 69.4%, Adventure 22.3%, Puzzle 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A polished adventure game from the creators of Runaway, featuring excellent character writing and a distinct visual style.

‘Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Remastered’ is a stunning update to the multi million-selling original. A mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which journalist Nico Collard and her adventuring companion George Stobbart must overcome powerful forces from fulfilling their evil ambitions.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.4%, Mystery 16.7%, Conspiracy 11.4% ★, Hidden Object 10.7%, Puzzle 9.3%

FIND PANACEUM AND SAVE MANKIND!

Why similar: Hidden Object 24.7%, Point & Click 16.9%, Adventure 13.4%, Mystery 12.2%, Casual 12.2%

An ancient conspiracy. A broken code. An unsolved murder. Welcome to Broken Sword – The Sleeping Dragon, the multi BAFTA-nominated adventure. Once more George and Nico must travel the world, wrestling danger, and piecing together the clues that will unravel the secrets of the Sleeping Dragon.

Why similar: Point & Click 17.4%, Mystery 14.8%, Conspiracy 12% ★, Third Person 9.8%, Adventure 8.4%

Dawn Ashmoore is about to uncover the dark mysteries of ancient Egypt. The old gods step into our world.

Why similar: Hidden Object 23.2%, Point & Click 19.6%, Adventure 13.7%, Casual 11.1%, Mystery 10.2%

Help Sherlock Holmes, the famed detective, investigate the legend of a supernatural hound on the fog-shrouded moorland in England of the 19th century. Immerse yourself into the dangerous world of diabolical curse and discover the truth of the monstrous creature.

Why similar: Hidden Object 28.4%, Point & Click 18.1%, Adventure 14%, Casual 11.3%, Puzzle 10.6%

Find the Spear of Destiny to save the world!

Why similar: Hidden Object 27.2%, Point & Click 19.3%, Adventure 11.7%, Mystery 10.9%, Casual 10.8%

When a brilliant particle physicist dies unexpectedly, the race is on to secure his terrible new technology before it falls into the wrong hands. The lives of four playable characters become entangled as they fight against the clock to find the dead scientist’s secret vault.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.1%, Adventure 17.3%, Mystery 9.6%, Indie 8%, Retro 4%

Become the wayfarer through the past to force back the evil power!

Why similar: Hidden Object 26.1%, Point & Click 21.3%, Adventure 12.3%, Mystery 10.9%, Casual 10.9%

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 52.1%, Adventure 14%, Detective 10%, Story Rich 8.9%, Atmospheric 6%

Moebius: Empire Rising is a contemporary adventure that merges classic point-and-click puzzle solving with Jane Jensen’s sophisticated storytelling. Travel the world using Malachi’s unique deductive powers to analyze suspects, make historical connections, and uncover the truth behind a theory of space and time the government will defend...

Why similar: Point & Click 52.1%, Adventure 20.9%, Mystery 11.6%, Puzzle 8.1%, Indie 7.4%

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 28.8%, Mystery 26.7%, Story Rich 10.7%, Adventure 10.1%, Detective 9.2%

Stop a terrible curse!

Why similar: Hidden Object 28.6%, Point & Click 15.2%, Adventure 13.1%, Mystery 11%, Casual 10.5%

When Silvia is hunted by the person behind the attempted murder she was assigned to commit, she knows the only option remaining is to face the deadly conspirator openly. In the heart of the local underworld, Silvia will discover a game of power in which everyone is an expendable pawn...

Why similar: Point & Click 33.5%, Adventure 15.8%, Mystery 14.8%, Third Person 10.9%, Indie 9.6%

Save Persia from mysterious plague!

Why similar: Hidden Object 25.1%, Point & Click 21.9%, Adventure 10.5%, Casual 9%, Mystery 8.7%

Save mankind from demonic forces in this thrilling hidden object adventure!

Why similar: Hidden Object 32.1%, Point & Click 24.6%, Adventure 19.5%, Casual 17.7%, Indie 3.2%

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Mystery 30.9%, Detective 21.4%, Story Rich 16.5%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Adventure 7.3%

The Award-winning detective saga returns in this standalone sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol. Uncover the truth behind 20 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not.

Why similar: Conspiracy 23.9% ★, Mystery 23.2%, Detective 13.8%, Puzzle 10.7%, Point & Click 10.5%

Investigate a mysterious, medieval monastery and reveal the terrifying truth! Enter a remote Alpine monastery and uncover the truth in a story-rich hidden object adventure. You are about to investigate the disappearance of a monk as well as the curious case of a weeping statue.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.8%, Hidden Object 17.8%, Mystery 15.6%, Conspiracy 9.9% ★, Puzzle 9.2%

Murder and mystery lead a young detective to investigate a cult and to cross paths with a criminal organization. With the help of an angel and a harem of beauties, take on the challenge of saving the world from a mysterious threat.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.5%, Mystery 15.7%, Third Person 14.1%, Detective 11.2%, Puzzle 11%

Unique events transport you to the halls of a long-forgotten crypt. The only means of escape lies locked within a stone pedestal, along with a note from your mysterious ally. His words promise assistance, but only serve to entice you into a compelling world of mystery and exploration.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.5%, Mystery 21.8%, Puzzle 21.3%, Hidden Object 14.8%, Atmospheric 7.5%

Enter a dark, captivating world as the massive evil of Black Mirror Castle is reincarnated with over 100 atmospheric locations to explore and 40 different characters to interact with. Will Darren's search lead him to redemption or the hell of insanity?

Why similar: Point & Click 49%, Adventure 20.2%, Mystery 13.3%, Puzzle 6.4%, Story Rich 5.1%

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Mystery 17.2%, Point & Click 15.1%, Detective 12.8%, Third Person 11.6%, Puzzle 9.2%

A post-apocalyptic adventure game from the publisher that brought you Primordia, Gemini Rue and Technobabylon! A young woman stricken with a deadly plague searches for a cure in a hostile world.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.6%, Mystery 12.7%, Adventure 12.3%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Story Rich 7.2%

Save the world from darkness!

Why similar: Hidden Object 27.6%, Point & Click 18%, Adventure 13%, Casual 11.8%, Mystery 9.1%

A series of grisly murders brings Lara into conflict with a sinister Alchemist from the past, and a secret alliance of powerful individuals shrouded in mystery. Accused of the murder of her one time mentor, Werner Von Croy, Lara becomes a fugitive on the run.

Why similar: Third Person 35.3%, Action 22.6%, Adventure 21.9%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Puzzle 7.1%

Find a way to destroy the ancient artifacts!

Why similar: Hidden Object 25.7%, Point & Click 18.8%, Adventure 11.8%, Casual 11.1%, Mystery 9.9%

Scotland Yard has called Sherlock Holmes with an urgent request for help! A young painter has been found murdered and rolled up in a remarkable Persian carpet. Along with Watson, you must investigate the peculiar crime, exploring crime scene locations in search of missing clues.

Why similar: Adventure 24.4%, Hidden Object 24.2%, Point & Click 22%, Casual 17.4%, Detective 6.7%

Save your missing friend and reveal the corruption of the town’s citizens to stop an evil plot to bring the evil Snake God back to our world.

Why similar: Hidden Object 31.8%, Point & Click 22.9%, Mystery 14.4%, Puzzle 9%, Adventure 6.6%

Escape from a time trap!

Why similar: Hidden Object 25.7%, Point & Click 16.8%, Adventure 13.2%, Casual 11.2%, Puzzle 10.2%

Find the philosopher's stone and save your mentor!

Why similar: Hidden Object 26.6%, Point & Click 18.3%, Adventure 13.1%, Casual 12.1%, Mystery 9.6%

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.3%, Mystery 16.8%, Story Rich 11.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Detective 9.4%

Restore peace in the realm of the Five Kingdoms! The realm of the Five Kingdoms faces a formidable challenge. A mysterious power is trying to destroy the relationship between humans and elves and start a conflict.

Why similar: Hidden Object 21.1%, Point & Click 19.6%, Mystery 14.9%, Adventure 13.2%, Casual 11%