Games Like Dead Horizon: Origin

A thrilling Western adventure in the alternate 19th century world of Lamplight City! Embark on a harrowing journey across the frontier with Harley Leger and her ragtag posse, encountering bandits, rebels, visionaries, eccentrics, and many more friends and foes on your quest for fame and riches.

Why similar: Western 68.9% ★, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Adventure 4.7%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy point-and-click adventure set in the American West that mirrors the genre and tone of the seed game.

Westerado: Double Barreled. When your family is murdered by a mysterious desperado, you set out into the world to take revenge. Take control of your own fate and that of others, all using your trusty shooting iron.

Why similar: Western 75.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Action 3.3%, Indie 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential pixel-art western that offers an open-ended, choice-driven adventure similar to the spirit of Dead Horizon.

In Luckslinger, luck is measurable, collectable and usable whenever you please. Contains: gunslingers, dark humor, spaghetti western, vinyl digging, graffiti spraying and jazzy hip hop beats.

Why similar: Western 61.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 6.5%, Indie 6%

Why You'll Like It: A western-themed action game with a unique soundtrack and a gritty, indie art style that fits the vibe perfectly.

In the year of 18XX, the west is overrun by thugs and outlaws. A group of bandits have kidnapped Mayor Johnsons daughter and are spreading havok across the land. Only Gunman Clive can bring order to the west and save the girl!Jump and shoot your way across 16 diverse and challenging levels and fight massive bosses.

Why similar: Western 86% ★, Indie 7%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: This stylish, short, and western-themed platformer captures the minimalist pixel-art aesthetic and action-oriented feel of the seed game.

The game "Dead Dust" take place in the Wild West saturated with cowboy romance, gunpower smell, endless prairies and crazy gunfights of course. The main character, a tireless bounty hunter with name Shlango receives a letter from an influential person, who have his own many Saloons over all Wild West.

Why similar: Western 69.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Action 8.2%, Indie 7.2%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A direct thematic match that provides a short, indie-focused western action experience.

Virtuous Western is a strategy game located in the old west, where our protagonist must eliminate all enemies in the area, using a limited amount of bullets to recover your stolen horse.

Why similar: Western 78.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action 5.7%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that leans heavily into the western aesthetic with a distinct pixel-art style and fast-paced action.

12 is Better Than 6 is a dynamic top-down shooter with stealth elements, presented in a Wild West theme. The story puts you in the shoes of escaped slave fleeing to the United States in 1873.

Why similar: Western 75.6% ★, Action 10%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Indie 3.8%, Adventure 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down, hand-drawn western shooter that matches the gritty, violent, and stylized nature of Dead Horizon.

Shoot your way to vengeance as the infamous undead gunslinger Quinn del Ramo. In this weird wild west, experience a story-driven action-packed adventure with bullets, magic, and betrayal.

Why similar: Western 83.7% ★, Action 7.7%, Adventure 6.4%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, western-themed action game that focuses on the classic genre tropes found in the seed game.

Multiplayer based, first person enabled, action packed and skill demanding shooter set in the Wild West times. A unique combination of non stop action and slow but powerful weaponry.

Why similar: Western 88.2% ★, Action 6.2%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play western shooter that captures the raw, gritty atmosphere of the frontier.

Help a pink-clad office lady find a missing document so the boss doesn't get angry in this free spin-off minigame to Kero Blaster.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.5%, Female Protagonist 25%, Great Soundtrack 20.2%, Indie 13.5%, Action 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, free-to-play indie platformer that shares the pixel-art aesthetic and pick-up-and-play nature of the seed game.

SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.

Why similar: Western 79.2% ★, Indie 6.4%, Adventure 6.3%, Action 4.5%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines western themes with exploration and pixel-art, offering a polished experience that fans of the setting will appreciate.

A short atmospheric adventure game about finding meaning in a meaningless world.

Why similar: Adventure 64.5%, Indie 35.5%

Why You'll Like It: A free, atmospheric indie title that focuses on philosophical themes and a short, impactful narrative.

Remedy, a recent graduate from the Saturnian healing school, must descend to Hurtland and use her powers to heal everyone from stray ducks to dark lords, and finally cure the ailing Prince Hingst. It's a short, whimsical adventure with plenty of heart(s).

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 21.8%, Indie 11.4%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A free, retro-styled indie game that features a female protagonist and charming, fast-paced gameplay.

You control a combat robot. Your task is to go through the maze, destroy all the enemy robots and get to the finish line. The passages to the other rooms of the maze are littered with stones. You need to use bombs to free the passages.

Why similar: Action 51.2%, Adventure 48.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, pixel-art point-and-click game that excels at building tension through its minimalist visual style.

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: Pixel Graphics 46%, Adventure 32%, Indie 21.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click adventure with a strong, moody atmosphere and beautiful pixel art.

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: Female Protagonist 39.3%, Pixel Graphics 33.5%, Adventure 18.1%, Indie 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling point-and-click mystery featuring a strong female protagonist and a focus on narrative investigation.

Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 24.8%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Action 9.4%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play, pixel-art action platformer that captures the indie spirit and retro aesthetic of the seed game.

The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.4%, Indie 18.8%, Action 18.5%, Adventure 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play, stylish indie action game that shares the gritty, low-fi aesthetic of Dead Horizon.

Descend into the grim and gritty world of Purgatory in this cover-based shooter which combines the fluidity of twin-stick controls and tactical cover usage. Dodge behind cover as you try to outgun your enemies in the unknown procedurally generated hunting grounds.

Why similar: Western 88.8% ★, Action 5.9%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, atmospheric western action game that brings a darker, supernatural twist to the genre.

When a tragic turn of events sets one man down a path of supernatural chaos and revenge, he must brutally hunt down all those who wronged him. Fight and survive through 8 unique story-based scenarios, and try your hand at 40 individually designed turn-based combat missions

Why similar: Western 91.7% ★, Adventure 3.3%, Indie 2.6%, Action 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical western game that captures the dark, gritty, and mysterious tone of the frontier.

Have you ever dreamt of being a superhero? Meet Chris, a creative and imaginative 9 year old boy who escapes reality with fantastical adventures as his alter ego, the Awesome Captain Spirit! Captain Spirit is a free demo set in the Life is Strange universe. Contains links to Life is Strange 2

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 65.8%, Adventure 28.5%, Action 3.2%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A free, short, and highly narrative-driven experience that focuses on character-led storytelling.

Become the Outlaw Mage, wreaking havoc as you pursue the one who wronged you, casting and blasting your way in this Cowboy-Fantasy-themed 3rd-Person Action RPG.

Why similar: Western 64.6% ★, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Action 8.2%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite featuring a female protagonist that incorporates western elements into its gameplay loop.

The NADI Project it is a free-to-play, first person graphic adventure, in which you will face various obstacles to escape from your destiny.

Why similar: Adventure 39.6%, Great Soundtrack 38%, Indie 22.4%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play adventure game that focuses on exploration and narrative within a distinct indie framework.

Follow three stories set in a world where the dead linger, and things far worse wait beyond the veil.

Why similar: Indie 50.3%, Adventure 49.7%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play, narrative-focused adventure that leans into the visual-novel style of storytelling.

From the designer and artists behind "Stranded" comes a short story about the intersection of morality and sentience, in a cyberpunk future where both have become commodities.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.3%, Female Protagonist 26.6%, Indie 23.2%, Adventure 22.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, pixel-art adventure game that focuses on narrative and atmosphere over complex mechanics.

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: Pixel Graphics 37.9%, Female Protagonist 25.2%, Adventure 23.1%, Indie 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, pixel-art point-and-click adventure that demonstrates the high potential of the genre for storytelling.

Dropsy is a non-traditional take on the classic point and click adventure formula starring the game’s perpetually carefree namesake clown as he explores a richly detailed world full of colorful characters and sinister secrets, doling out hugs along the way.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 40.9%, Pixel Graphics 25%, Adventure 24.8%, Indie 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, non-verbal point-and-click adventure that relies on visual storytelling and atmosphere.

The rise and fall story of a real estate agent in 1920s Miami. Based on historical events. From Francisco González, creator of the Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator series, Shardlight, and Lamplight City.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 54.9%, Adventure 23.2%, Indie 21.9%

Why You'll Like It: A historical point-and-click adventure that shares the methodical, story-focused gameplay of the seed game.

Embark on an exciting journey with a group of bandits who have been having a lot of bad luck lately... Shootouts, duels, diversions and the atmosphere of the wild but beautiful west await you.

Why similar: Western 74% ★, Adventure 11.2%, Action 11.1%, Indie 3.6%

Fast-paced Western shooting game, can quickly play the core content even if you only got 10 minutes break. Multiple modes are added to the game to help you kill time when you don't know what to play.

Why similar: Western 79.7% ★, Action 7.1%, Indie 6.6%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A casual western-themed indie action game that provides a quick, straightforward experience.

Gunfight your way through procedurally generated Wild West towns. Customize the gameplay mechanics to suit your playstyle. Straightforward, non-stop action.

Why similar: Western 90.2% ★, Action 7%, Indie 2.8%

A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 38.9%, Great Soundtrack 22.9%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Indie 10.8%, Adventure 9.4%

Exciting Adventure About the Joys of Working at an Amazin' Fulfillment Center! Short, social commentary game that is 100% free, no micro-transactions.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31.1%, Indie 23.9%, Action 23.4%, Adventure 21.5%

Between Horizons is a narrative 2.5D sci-fi detective adventure. 33 years into the Zephyr's journey, its mission is suddenly jeopardized. Can you find the culprit before it's too late? Experience an enthralling story set in a semi-open world that branches and ends based on your choices.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 47.3%, Pixel Graphics 37.8%, Adventure 14.9%

Dare to travel the absurd and dangerous Orion Trail, where only the luckiest, bravest, and most stubborn captains will make it all the way to the end. Become famously incredible or incredibly dead in this single player choose-your-own-space-adventure!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.3%, Indie 17.6%, Adventure 16%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Action 10.5%

A minimal space exploration and survival game. Pilot the last vessel of a fallen civilization into the vast unknown, in search of a new world to call home.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 46.7%, Action 28%, Indie 25.3%

An FPS with ZERO graphics!? Yes, you heard right ! Run • Blast • Escape • Survive, through sound alone, as you challenge your makers and unravel the mysteries of your existence. You may be blind, but you're far from helpless !

Why similar: Action 35.4%, Indie 33.3%, Adventure 31.3%

TE120 is a short single player experience set in the Half-Life Universe featuring a gravity defying weapon that allows you to jump buildings and sustain large falls. The story takes place at a mysterious date & location. Where are you? Why have you been sent?

Why similar: Action 59.1%, Indie 26%, Adventure 14.9%

Mio is a young girl surrounded by death, and after an unexpected accident, she finds out where people go after they die. Maybe Heaven, or Hell...or an Underworld full of demons and mysteries.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.2%, Pixel Graphics 36.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Indie 12.1%

URLate is a short and free point & click adventure that immerses you in a hand-drawn world filled with puzzles and mysteries to solve.

Why similar: Adventure 54.4%, Indie 45.6%

Themed Wild Western game with anime girls.

Why similar: Western 55.1% ★, Action 13.4%, Indie 11.9%, Adventure 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

A minimal point and click adventure, designed to take the player on a short but memorable journey.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 47.3%, Adventure 26.9%, Indie 25.8%

Case Kovacs - Agent 228 is a very short and intriguing mini game telling the story of Elizabeth Kovacs, the missing woman from the game NoseBound.

Why similar: Action 46.8%, Adventure 40.7%, Indie 12.5%

The Kite is a small dramatic point-and-click adventure. The game highlights the problems of a struggling family.

Why similar: Indie 34.4%, Female Protagonist 34.1%, Adventure 31.5%

144 FPS boss battle action with a devilishly creative game mechanic.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.8%, Indie 31.5%, Action 30.7%

FREE DEMO features 1 playable character and 1 complete level with leaderboards. Try, die, retry in this challenging but fair precision platformer that takes place on 1 screen. Ultra tight controls, dozens of traps. Great for speedrunning, and 100% completionists. Also, no water levels!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 38.1%, Female Protagonist 28.3%, Action 14.3%, Adventure 12.2%, Indie 7.1%

Jurig Escape is a 15-minute Free Third-Person Survival Horror game. You will play as the unnamed high-schooler trapped in a looping nightmare: An "empty" school with a revolver in your hand. Shoot the ghost and collect lost souls and escape this never-ending nightmare.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 39%, Action 28.6%, Adventure 23.9%, Indie 8.5%

A certain office lady is back!!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31.2%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 19.1%, Indie 13.8%, Action 13.7%

This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 43.9%, Pixel Graphics 22.3%, Indie 12.2%, Action 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10%

Against explosive firepower, bitter cold, and dizzying heights, Fork Parker must outwit a group of no-talent game developers in a deadly holiday promotional game. Also, it's free.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 43.9%, Indie 20.1%, Action 18.7%, Adventure 17.2%

Explore Mandagon, a world inspired by Tibetan theology and philosophy. With a focus on life and death, discover what it means to make a true sacrifice . . .

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 45.8%, Great Soundtrack 20.6%, Indie 17.3%, Adventure 16.4%

Discover your true identity and face a mysterious entity from another dimension!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 49.3%, Adventure 25.4%, Great Soundtrack 19.7%, Indie 5.6%

GunGirl2 is an action platformer in the style of games like Metroid, Castlevania or Cave Story. But with blood… LOTS of blood! Go on an epic adventure and explore a huge world with the heroic blonde chick GunGirl or her best friend GunDude.

Why similar: Action 37.6%, Indie 32.2%, Adventure 30.2%

A gentle exploration platformer in a vast yet small world where time has stopped, what will happen?

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Action 17%, Indie 15.3%, Adventure 15.1%

Tails Noir: Prologue is the first act of a post-noir narrative adventure. Become raccoon private eye Howard Lotor and explore dystopian Vancouver inhabited by animals as you uncover a deeply personal story of change and transformation.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31.8%, Adventure 25.3%, Indie 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 18%

You are a mysterious wanderer traveling through the wilderness of the wild west. In cities and towns, people began to disappear, as in many cities the population became infected with a virus which turns people into zombies, and it is rumored that people from the government are behind this.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 57.3%, Action 24.9%, Indie 17.9%

404Sight is a free game made in support of net neutrality. It’s a 3D playground runner influenced by parkour running with the addition of a special ping ability that reveals areas that can speed the player up or slow them down.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.4%, Great Soundtrack 24.7%, Action 22.3%, Indie 19.6%

Revenant is a pixel-art style shooting game set in the near future.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 48.9%, Action 39.5%, Indie 11.6%

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: Pixel Graphics 34.2%, Adventure 31%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Indie 16.4%