60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Experimental, Indie, Singleplayer, Philosophical.
Difficulty is a short, experimental visual novel, about both the difficulty level of stories, and the difficulties of real life. The plot, themes, challenges, and morals all become greater and harder to understand and accept as the difficulty increases.
An abstract interactive experience about a Gap
Why similar: Experimental 41.2%, Philosophical 30.2%, Abstract 17%, Casual 6%, 2D 3.4%
Your future is vaster than the cosmos.
Why similar: Experimental 56.4%, Philosophical 39.3%, 2D 1.9%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Three Interwoven tales ruminating on beginning and end and everything in-between.
Why similar: Experimental 62.8%, Philosophical 36%, Singleplayer 1.1%
MaryPark St. is a short story telling indie game, set in a black and white dream-like world. Featuring two interpretations of the same story, The Dream & The Nightmare.
Why similar: Experimental 50.5%, Philosophical 25.1%, Abstract 12.5%, Casual 6.5%, 2D 3%
A short experimental visual novel about obsessive counting.
Why similar: Experimental 45.1%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Philosophical 16.3%, Abstract 14.6%, Casual 4.7%
You've moved to a new house where the previous owner was murdered. They never found his head. But, it has found you.
Why similar: Experimental 38.6%, Philosophical 24.9%, Abstract 12.9%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Dark 7.1%
A short story about a parasitic sunflower and her loyal son. Eat everything you can. Enjoy the sunshine. Do whatever it takes to make her happy. This is a prequel to Siren's Call: Escape Velocity.
Why similar: Experimental 39.8%, Philosophical 24.8%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Abstract 12.8%, Dark 7.1%
ZendoVR is a walking meditation in the woods.
Why similar: Experimental 54.8%, Philosophical 20%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Casual 10.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Her ex-boyfriend became a shut-in. The girl goes to visit him... then things start to go wrong. They always do, right? Experience two stories about digital gods and loss. And remember - believe in the net.
Why similar: Experimental 51.1%, Visual Novel 27.4%, Dark 17.7%, Indie 3.8%
Spatial expectations built up and torn down. Spoken word inspired pacing. Ode to bilinguality. Interactive slam poem anthology. Concrete Spaces.
Why similar: Experimental 40.7%, Philosophical 27.9%, Abstract 13.4%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Casual 4.7%
Destiny Island is a very short computer game. You play a man who visits his memories. You can walk and talk to mannequins about 7 sins. Associate essence with anything comes to your mind.
Why similar: Experimental 61.3%, Philosophical 24.9%, Abstract 12%, Indie 1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Genre: Suspense. A simple novel with only screen transitions. A game for people who like novels.
Why similar: Experimental 57.9%, Dark 20.6%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
YANKAI'S TRIANGLE is a love letter to TRIANGLES. A puzzling puzzle game about the beauty and joy of infinitely tapping on TRIANGLES for some reason.
Why similar: Experimental 50.1%, Abstract 20.8%, Casual 11.3%, Dark 8.8%, Indie 4.6%
A collection of 5 experimental games from different indie devs that takes you on a journey through time!
Why similar: Experimental 64.7%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Casual 9.9%, Abstract 5.7%, Indie 3.7%
❗ EARLY ACCESS ❗ This game is an anthology of visual novels, which includes the “Deep Russian Depression” (pilot chapter) and custom stories from the game community. You can create your own stories as mods for the game and publish them in the Steam Workshop.
Why similar: Experimental 44.5%, Philosophical 24.5%, Abstract 15%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Indie 0.7%
Julian Luxemburg has prepared a dinner for two at his place – but things go awry when the date does not show up and he is left waiting at his dinner table, the clock’s ticking growing unbearably loud. „Dinner Date” is the character portrait of Julian: by becoming his subconsciousness you gain a clear vantage point on the worries which...
Why similar: Experimental 80.1%, Casual 12.9%, Indie 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%
A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.
Why similar: Experimental 45%, Visual Novel 20.9%, Philosophical 18.2%, Abstract 14.7%, Indie 0.7%
My dream is a Lost Memory is a short interactive story about having Déjà vu, realizing that this Déjà vu came to you because of a dream, and then wondering if that dream is actually a memory. It's a story about work, limitations and self-respect.
Why similar: Experimental 37.1%, Philosophical 26.6%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Dark 11.7%, Casual 6.1%
The Triennale Game Collection is a free virtual exhibition of video games created for the 21st International Exhibition of Triennale Milano by five of the world’s most renowned independent game designers, showcasing these artists’ experimental approach to interactivity.
Why similar: Experimental 94.6%, Indie 5.4%
Crawl through the darkness in this psychological horror visual novel with multiple endings, where you will traverse a surreal nightmare as you choose your own path and explore strange spaces in an attempt to wake up, if you can...
Why similar: Experimental 38.8%, Philosophical 20.4%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Abstract 13.2%, Dark 12.3%
Corona plunged the world into chaos in 2020. That sparked anger and frustration. Here you can let your frustration run free and Corona really express your opinion!
Why similar: Experimental 63.1%, Abstract 18.8%, Casual 12.6%, 2D 3.5%, Indie 1.2%
An interactive horror story based on a reality everyone eventually faces. Make choices to confront someone trying to enter your home - and uncover who they are.
Why similar: Philosophical 36.4%, Experimental 31.4%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Dark 8.5%, 2D 2.5%
Look for your car in a series of mazes and parking lots while you talk to your therapist about feeling lost. An interactive short story about trying to make sense out of the unreal. Based on real dreams!
Why similar: Experimental 56.4%, Philosophical 42.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Play as you playing as you.
Why similar: Experimental 49.1%, Philosophical 35%, Abstract 13.5%, 2D 1.5%, Singleplayer 1%
A casual puzzle game about manipulating and playing with light.
Why similar: Experimental 77.4%, Casual 15.7%, 2D 4.3%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
An algorithm decided to show you this. What now?
Why similar: Philosophical 36.5%, Experimental 33%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Dark 8.8%, Casual 4.3%
Lost Voice is a story-based first-person sci-fi adventure game with strong action elements, puzzles, and unique gameplay mechanics.
Why similar: Experimental 55.9%, Philosophical 42.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%, Indie 0.3%
You are an insect collector. Wander through old summer memories looking for colors.
Why similar: Experimental 46.2%, Philosophical 34.7%, Abstract 16.7%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%
The Memories That Shape Us is a narrative video game that lasts about two hours. Find the Memory Capsules to uncover the story of a person’s life from childhood to adulthood, all the joys, all the struggles, and all the lessons. How much can one take before they’ve had enough?
Why similar: Experimental 35.4%, Philosophical 28.7%, Abstract 16.9%, Dark 12.9%, Casual 3.6%
Be the Universe in this epic, award-winning reality simulation game - featuring thousands of playable characters, endless exploration, an extraordinary soundtrack and narration from Alan Watts.
Why similar: Philosophical 57.6%, Experimental 30.8%, Casual 8.3%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
The familiar becomes magical in this critically acclaimed interactive artscape. Explore ten scenes inspired by the everyday and let your expectations of reality be transformed. Carl Burton's other work has been featured in the New York Times, Serial, Colossal, and Medium.
Why similar: Experimental 60%, Abstract 19.7%, Casual 15.3%, Indie 5%
This VR Journey takes you to the 'behind the scenes' of the Universe. Beyond a door lies a barren landscape inhabited by strange rocky heads. Here, the maintenance and heavy lifting required keeps existence stable and temporal. You are a tourist. Don't do anything foolish.
Why similar: Experimental 43.7%, Philosophical 37.3%, Dark 8.2%, Abstract 8%, Indie 1.9%
Experience a 'painfully human', 'psychological' narrative through dreams and allegory. Live in a flat. Buy things. Use things. Tire yourself out. Sleep. Dream. Wake up. Repeat. And maybe, just maybe, find a Bear in a Pit. What could be scarier than the Bear? Find out.
Why similar: Experimental 42.3%, Philosophical 39.9%, Abstract 16.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%, Indie 0.2%
Emporium is a short interactive vignette. Exploring notions of escapism, loss and a fragmented sense of self in the wake of a personal tragedy.
Why similar: Experimental 41.7%, Philosophical 34.5%, Casual 10.9%, Dark 9.7%, Indie 3.3%
The Virtual Exhibition makes it possible to visit a gallery from the comfort of your own home and behaves like a real curated gallery. New features and photographers will be added regularly.
Why similar: Experimental 51.9%, Philosophical 34.8%, Realistic 9.7%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%
Two small experimental games made as part of a one-week game workshop in Zagreb, Croatia, as part of a project called "Interactive Empathy - Citizenship & Storytelling in Video Games". Inside is also a documentary video about the workshop, as well as a booklet about the whole project.
Why similar: Experimental 47.4%, Philosophical 32.2%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Casual 4.5%, 2D 2.2%
A surrealist experience in a strange museum
Why similar: Experimental 81.2%, Casual 16%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
Freeze the time is a puzzle game with a 2D view. The goal of the game is to bring the character to the exit. When a button is pressed, the doors open. There are also saws on the levels that must be avoided. By holding down the left mouse button, you can control the movement of the level.
Why similar: Experimental 69.3%, Casual 24.2%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Memoir En Code: Reissue is an autobiographical game album. Designed to be experienced similarly to a music album, this short experimental game explores different bits of the author's life as a series of interactive tracks.
Why similar: Experimental 90.3%, Indie 9.7%
A minimalist puzzle game in which you rotate the world instead of controlling the player. Play through the many level packs and compare your score to others in the leaderboards.
Why similar: Experimental 74%, Abstract 12%, Casual 9.7%, Indie 2.2%, 2D 1.4%
B.D.K is a short experimental first person horror game that mainly relies on atmosphere and sounds to create a creepy experience.
Why similar: Experimental 69.4%, Abstract 18.9%, Realistic 6.3%, Indie 3.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%
Chionophile is a very short experience about the mood of winter in the woods.
Why similar: Experimental 70.4%, Philosophical 19.4%, Realistic 8.6%, Indie 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Escape rooms are fun! But Escape Knox Manor asks the question what if you were actually kidnapped? And what if you had to escape a mansion? Find out now!
Why similar: Experimental 81.9%, Dark 15.8%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
A short and deeply emotional game experience where life itself is presented through a unique perspective.
Why similar: Experimental 44.2%, Philosophical 33.6%, Abstract 13.7%, Casual 4.5%, 2D 1.8%
This game is nothing more than a black image covering the entire screen area, without the presence of any incentives.
Why similar: Experimental 43.6%, Philosophical 35.5%, Abstract 14.8%, Casual 4%, Indie 1.2%
The laboratory contains 4 sub-games. Through these sub-games, you can experience the magnificence of the universe, the beauty of the earth, the spectacle of the moon and the completely different world you see while driving a spaceship at a speed close to the speed of light.
Why similar: Experimental 81.5%, Casual 16.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Traverse a harmonious hand painted forest in this first person hike. ☀️The trees guide you with gentle whispers, as you explore a philosophical story.
Why similar: Experimental 54.6%, Philosophical 27.3%, Abstract 17.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%, Indie 0.3%
A game about boredom and self-pity. It's about myself mostly. You walk around and press the 'interact' button. Sorry for making this.
Why similar: Experimental 60.4%, Abstract 18.5%, Dark 17.7%, Indie 3.4%
“Please Wake Up” is a memory horror game. It has simple and accessible, yet engaging, gameplay that gives the player a fear of their own mind. As you look around the room, objects will change when they are not visible. Click on the objects if they have changed.
Why similar: Experimental 48.2%, Philosophical 38.4%, Dark 8.9%, Realistic 4.5%
A Raven Monologue is a short experimental silent story about a raven that does not know how to croak and his relationship with the people in the town.
Why similar: Experimental 66%, Casual 14.5%, Visual Novel 12%, Indie 4.8%, 2D 1.8%
Connect non-matching pieces to reach level 99.
Why similar: Experimental 41.5%, Philosophical 31.5%, Abstract 12.3%, Dark 10.6%, 2D 2.1%
Gamitate is a like a gym for your mind and soul. "Work Out" your mind with carefully selected meditation techniques! Gamitate is designed to make you feel calmer, happier, and more peaceful. Enjoy the benefits of a wide variety of easy meditation techniques.
Why similar: Experimental 54.6%, Philosophical 17.9%, Abstract 17.1%, Casual 7.3%, 2D 3.1%
The definitive edition of the fan-favorite visual novel is here! A surreal, coming-of-age tale set in early 2010s Central Florida, Siren's Call is the small town you swore you'd always leave. Something inside you knows this is your last chance. Will you reach escape velocity?
Why similar: Philosophical 33.1%, Experimental 21.7%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Abstract 13%, Dark 11%
A collection of tiny experimental games (and "notgames") inspired by travel.
Why similar: Experimental 46.2%, Philosophical 33.5%, Abstract 12.3%, Casual 5%, 2D 2.3%
Play a series of tiny games based on well-known classics, each with a unique twist and connected to each other. Race cars, hit golf balls, uncover mines, and more in this experimental action/puzzle game.
Why similar: Experimental 88.7%, Casual 4.8%, 2D 4.1%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Alula is a 2.5DHD puzzle game where you help people solve their problems by exploring parts of their psyche.
Why similar: Philosophical 93.5%, Singleplayer 3.7%, Casual 2.1%, Indie 0.7%
Forgetter is a destructive journey of pain, memory and artistry. In the future, creative minds can be inherited by clients’ newborns. You're hired to destroy unhealthy memories in the minds of deceased artists. Remember to smash everything. Don't let the artists’ remaining consciousness stop you.
Why similar: Experimental 55.5%, Philosophical 34%, Realistic 7.8%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1%
Atuel is an award-winning surrealist documentary game in which you explore beautiful, dreamlike landscapes inspired by the topography and wildlife of the Atuel River Valley in Argentina.
Why similar: Experimental 39.2%, Philosophical 38.7%, Abstract 14.2%, Casual 5.6%, Indie 1.2%
n-body is a chill space golf videogame! Launch stars in different solar systems with relaxing soundscapes and slowly form constellations.
Why similar: Experimental 77.6%, Casual 15.7%, 2D 4%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
A short and unconventional anthology exploring abandonment, depression, domestic abuse, and acceptance. These strange vignettes made with passion use unique mechanics to tell personal stories that linger. Perfect for players who seek sincere, bittersweet experiences.
Why similar: Experimental 47.1%, Philosophical 32.5%, Dark 9.6%, Casual 5.4%, Indie 2.1%
