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This is a game that seamlessly transitions between 2D card-based gameplay and immersive 3D environments ,"It" made everything disappear, yet the rain that night never ceased. And so, I embarked on a journey to find the answers. Why did I become myself?

Reviews: Very Positive — 93% — of 68 reviews
Released: 2025-08-20
Developer: 非稳态物质-Unstable Matter
Genres: Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Why similar: Surreal 27.5%, Detective 20.4%, Multiple Endings 17.2%, Puzzle 13.7%, Story Rich 10.5%

  58. #58 SELF
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 272 reviews2020
    Dev: doBellPub: indienova
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    SELF is a suspenseful Kafkaesque text-based adventure game with simulation and puzzle mechanics. Could you seize the opportunity to find your father and your SELF back in this introspective journey?

    Why similar: Psychological 51.8%, Indie 18.4%, Story Rich 16.8%, Psychological Horror 10.1%, Singleplayer 2.8%

  59. #59 Lost Cartridge - Cold Read
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 82 reviews2023
    Dev: PureIceBlue
    Windows

    While trying to find a payphone during a powerful storm, Mitch instead finds himself in a library filled with horrors and traps all laid out to end his life. Guide him to sanctuary or his demise in this horror adventure game found on a strange cartridge.

    Why similar: Surreal 27.2%, Psychological 23.2%, Multiple Endings 19.6%, Puzzle 10.2%, Psychological Horror 8.7%

  60. #60 Dice Eater: A Supernatural Mystery Card Game
    66% matchMixed67% of 201 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Tetrapod
    Windows

    Dice Eater is a mystery card game based around supernatural powers where players must use their power to uncover the other player's tricks. Use your opponent's tricks against them to turn the tables and win.

    Why similar: Psychological 23.2%, Card Game 22.5%, Detective 17.4%, Surreal 14.9%, Story Rich 7.7%

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