Games Like Child of Light

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: Beautiful 36.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 27.1%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Platformer 6.4%, Atmospheric 6%

Why You'll Like It: GRIS captures the same emotional, watercolor-inspired aesthetic and ethereal atmosphere as Child of Light.

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: RPG 31.6%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Platformer 14%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Hand-drawn 9%

Why You'll Like It: Indivisible combines 2D platforming exploration with active turn-based party combat reminiscent of Child of Light.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.9%, Platformer 19.2%, RPG 17.5%, Beautiful 11.3% ★, Fantasy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Dust features a gorgeous hand-painted 2D world, fluid action-platforming, and a whimsical companion dynamic.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 48.1%, Platformer 14.2%, Fantasy 9.5%, Atmospheric 7%, Story Rich 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Ori offers a deeply atmospheric 2D platforming adventure driven by an emotional story and a breathtaking orchestral score.

Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24%, Fantasy 17.9%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Story Rich 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Forgotton Anne matches the hand-drawn animated aesthetic and emotional storytelling found in Aurora's journey.

Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 45.8%, RPG 22.8%, Fantasy 8.5%, Story Rich 7.7%, Hand-drawn 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Pyre delivers the same artistic fantasy storytelling and rich, character-driven narrative depth.

Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.

Why similar: RPG 32%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, Fantasy 14.4%, Story Rich 13%, Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Sea of Stars offers modern turn-based combat wrapped in a stunningly beautiful pixel-art fantasy world.

Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.3%, Beautiful 15.5% ★, Female Protagonist 14.1%, RPG 8.9%, Turn-Based 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Transistor blends tactical combat depth with a phenomenal atmospheric soundtrack and a strong female protagonist.

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 59.2%, RPG 17.2%, Story Rich 6.4%, Fantasy 5.2%, Adventure 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Bastion captures a similar whimsical fantasy storytelling style elevated by an unforgettable musical score.

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: RPG 38.6%, Turn-Based 25.2%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Fantasy 12.4%, Atmospheric 4%

Why You'll Like It: Battle Chasers features a vibrant comic-book art style and engaging, strategic turn-based RPG combat.

Bound together by the magical artifact Trine, a wizard, a knight and a thief journey through a fairytale world of great castles and strange machinery. Solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and battle the undead! Play solo or in 1–3 player online or local co-op.

Why similar: Fantasy 22.5%, Platformer 22.4%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Local Co-Op 17.2%, Atmospheric 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Trine shares the same magical fairytale fantasy aesthetic and cooperative puzzle-platforming charm.

Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.

Why similar: Platformer 20%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 16.9%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Atmospheric 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Never Alone combines atmospheric storytelling with cooperative puzzle-platforming rooted in folklore.

Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.3%, Platformer 28.4%, Beautiful 12.4% ★, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Rayman Legends was built on the same gorgeous hand-drawn engine, offering peerless 2D platforming fluid movement.

Valiant Hearts : The Great War is the story of 4 crossed destinies and a broken love in a world torn apart. Dive into a 2D animated comic book adventure, mixing exploration, action and puzzles. Lost in the middle of the trenches, play as each of the 4 strangers, relive the War and help a young German soldier find his love.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.2%, Atmospheric 16.4%, Story Rich 12.7%, Adventure 9.6%, Platformer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Valiant Hearts utilizes the same UbiArt Framework engine to deliver a poignant, artistic 2D narrative experience.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 40.4%, Fantasy 24.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Atmospheric 11%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Kena presents a magical, spiritually rich fantasy journey with a stunning animated art style and emotional depth.

Experience the mysterious, timeless world of Toren, the first adventure game from Brazilian indie developer Swordtales. You are Moonchild, destined to climb the tower (known as Toren) on a hauntingly solitary journey to find your purpose.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.4%, Great Soundtrack 30%, Adventure 10.5%, Fantasy 9.5%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Toren shares a mystical, allegorical fantasy journey focusing on a young protagonist growing up in a magical tower.

A young girl with a hidden past sets off on an epic and mysterious journey in hope of learning more about her own origins in this beautifully rendered, classic-style RPG adventure.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.2%, RPG 25.6%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Fantasy 10.6%, Story Rich 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Helen's Mysterious Castle provides a charming, streamlined indie RPG experience with a quiet female protagonist.

Amber Throne is a turn-based JRPG-styled game about a girl in a desert world beneath a mysterious floating castle, and her quest to reach it.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, RPG 19.9%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Fantasy 9.4%, Hand-drawn 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The Amber Throne is an indie RPG with a similarly unique artistic vision and a courageous female lead.

Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.

Why similar: Beautiful 20.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 20%, Fantasy 14.3%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Adventure 11%

Why You'll Like It: Brothers delivers a deeply emotional, atmospheric narrative journey driven by cooperative mechanics.

CONTRAST is a puzzle/platform game where you can move between a fantastic 3D world and a mysterious shadowy universe in 2D in the blink of an eye. Delve into a dreamlike and surreal 1920s world, inspired by the performance art world of vaudeville and film noir, and cradled by a smooth and sultry jazz ambiance.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.8%, Female Protagonist 26.3%, Platformer 20.9%, Adventure 6.9%, Atmospheric 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Contrast matches the theatrical, atmospheric presentation and puzzle-solving mechanics of whimsical indie adventures.

Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.7%, RPG 28.7%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Fantasy 11.1%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Ni no Kuni envelops players in a magical, storybook fantasy world brought to life by legendary art and music.

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: Female Protagonist 21.9%, Platformer 20.3%, Fantasy 19.8%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Story Rich 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A Juggler's Tale places a brave heroine into a dark, theatrical fairy tale world filled with clever puzzle-platforming.

Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.2%, RPG 18%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Fantasy 13.1%, Turn-Based 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Final Fantasy XIII features a strong female protagonist and a dramatic fantasy journey driven by cinematic flair.

Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.6%, Platformer 31.2%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, 2D 5.8%, Adventure 5%

Why You'll Like It: Rayman Origins shares the exact same artistic lineage and bouncy, joyful 2D platforming gameplay.

Discover the true power of rice in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin! Take on hordes of demons in side-scrolling combat to reclaim the land as Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess banished to a dangerous island. Then, return to your mountain village and tend a field full of glorious rice.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.8%, Platformer 29%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Story Rich 14.5%, Action 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Sakuna blends traditional 2D side-scrolling action with whimsical mythic storytelling and lush artistic design.

Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

Why similar: Turn-Based 36.2%, RPG 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Fantasy 8%, Hand-drawn 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The Banner Saga offers a rich, heavily stylized fantasy narrative where choices carry heavy emotional weight.

A teenage guitar prodigy sets out on a psychedelic journey to inspire his stage persona and confront the legacy of a dead folk legend. Starring voice performances by Michael Johnston, Caroline Kinley, Lena Headey, Jason Schwartzman, Mark Strong, and Carl Weathers.

Why similar: Platformer 28.6%, Story Rich 22%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Adventure 16%, 2D 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: The Artful Escape delivers a visually dazzling, musically driven odyssey across surreal alien landscapes.

3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.

Why similar: RPG 26.9%, Turn-Based 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Cosmic Star Heroine channels classic turn-based RPG mechanics with vibrant retro aesthetics and a great soundtrack.

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.4%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Story Rich 8.9%, Fantasy 8.6%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Okami captures the same mythic, watercolor-styled folklore journey filled with magic and natural wonder.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 43%, Platformer 17.3%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Fantasy 7.4%, Beautiful 6.1% ★

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 46.4%, RPG 17.2%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D 7.5%, Atmospheric 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Minoria features atmospheric dark fantasy storytelling wrapped in a stylized 2D action framework.

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: RPG 40.6%, Great Soundtrack 22.9%, Fantasy 17.3%, Adventure 7.3%, Story Rich 6.7%

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.1%, RPG 23.5%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Fantasy 14.6%, Story Rich 5.1%

This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.

Why similar: RPG 44.8%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Fantasy 11%, Adventure 10.9%, Cute 6.6%

Lili is a quirky adventure RPG hybrid with stunning visuals, silky-smooth graphics, a cinematic story-line, and a fresh new way to deal with enemies.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.7%, RPG 30%, Adventure 12.9%, Fantasy 12.8%, Cute 2.8%

In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.6%, RPG 28.6%, Fantasy 19.1%, Story Rich 7.8%, Adventure 4.2%

Long ago, the Vile God and the Goddess waged war with each other. Equally matched, they were sealed away in another world… Now a lazy young man named Fang somehow finds himself a key part of this war he’d really rather not deal with, but fate beckons in this uncommon RPG!

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.9%, RPG 14.5%, Fantasy 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 64.4%, Story Rich 15.8%, RPG 8.3%, Adventure 4%, Female Protagonist 2.3%

A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.

Why similar: Turn-Based 33.6%, RPG 19.1%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Fantasy 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

人外・モンスター娘達を中心に紡がれる光の物語、王道長編RPG！個性豊かなキャラクターが、サイドビュー戦闘でテンポよく動きます。

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.3%, RPG 26.7%, Fantasy 24.7%, Story Rich 11.5%, 2D 4.6%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.8%, RPG 19.7%, Fantasy 17.9%, Story Rich 11.7%, Adventure 3.9%

In a world of magic, your mind is your greatest weapon. Learn the ways of magic and design your own spells to fight enemies, navigate treacherous terrain, and right past wrongs in the kingdom of Mystralia.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.1%, Great Soundtrack 21.8%, RPG 19.1%, Fantasy 17%, Adventure 10.4%

Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.7%, Platformer 22.4%, Fantasy 20.2%, Story Rich 10.6%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.

Why similar: RPG 61.6%, Fantasy 14.7%, Adventure 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%, 2D 2.5%

It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.9%, RPG 18.3%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Fantasy 13.8%, Turn-Based 7.7%

Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.

Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, Fantasy 23.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Adventure 5.6%

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.4%, RPG 12.9%, Atmospheric 10%, Fantasy 7.4%, Adventure 6.9%

The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.

Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Turn-Based 21.1%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, Fantasy 10.7%

Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.3%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Beautiful 11.4% ★, Fantasy 8.9%, Adventure 8%

Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.

Why similar: RPG 40.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.4%, Fantasy 10.8%, Adventure 8.9%, Story Rich 7.1%

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.7%, RPG 25.4%, Platformer 23.4%, Fantasy 7%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

Guide Aurora through this beautiful adventure using her imagination to discover who's responsible for the fire that is ravaging her village and its surroundings.

Why similar: Story Rich 32.3%, Atmospheric 29.1%, Adventure 21.6%, Cute 13.4%, Action 3.1%

Save the world or the life of one girl... I decide my destiny! The world was once ruled by the Nightｌord. In that world lived a Saint, destined to become a sacrifice to the Nightｌord, and a Holy Knight, with the power to use Servans. Take your Servans and fight accross "The Land Without Night" for the one you love!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.2%, RPG 26.1%, Fantasy 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Story Rich 9.6%

Inspired by the timeless classic Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna is a great homage to the JRPG masterpieces of yesteryear. Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.4%, RPG 34.7%, Fantasy 10.7%, Story Rich 7%, Atmospheric 2.3%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: RPG 28%, Female Protagonist 23.1%, Story Rich 13.2%, Atmospheric 10.5%, Adventure 8.3%

The peaceful Realm of Dreams is about to be consumed by a terrible and maleficent nightmare. You must venture into the darkness and battle fearsome literary foes such as Hyde, the Headless Horseman and Dracula. Join Lily on a sugar-coated adventure about inner strength with a dark interior.

Why similar: Turn-Based 32.7%, RPG 23.8%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Fantasy 11.4%, Adventure 5.4%

The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Lydie & Suelle" is the 3rd instalment: after discovering a mysterious painting, Lydie & Suelle get closer to their dream of running the best atelier.

Why similar: RPG 26.2%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 18%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Fantasy 9.9%

Embark on a journey to save the prince’s eyesight in this 2D puzzle-adventure game featuring beautiful hand-drawn art and a bittersweet tale of wishes and what we’re willing to do to make them come true. Utilize your wolf and princess forms to lead the way!

Why similar: Hand-drawn 25.5%, Female Protagonist 19.2%, Fantasy 17.2%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Adventure 8.1%