Games Like Epistory - Typing Chronicles

Something is wrong with the heart of magic. Play a young archivist venturing out into a dying world, cataloging its mysteries and its wonders to unearth the truth. Nanotale is the new adventure from the Typing Chronicles franchise and the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Epistory.

Why similar: Typing 46.7% ★, Narrative 12.3% ★, Magic 6.3%, Female Protagonist 5.9%, Exploration 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same developers, this spiritual successor expands the typing mechanics into a full-fledged fantasy RPG adventure.

Type your way through absurd encounters and mysterious puzzles in this old-school typing dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Typing 78% ★, RPG 7.1%, Adventure 4.3%, Action 3.3%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Like Epistory, this indie game uses typing as its core combat mechanic within a dungeon-crawling adventure.

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.5%, Exploration 19.2%, Adventure 13.4%, Open World 11.4%, Atmospheric 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Shares Epistory's sense of wonder, peaceful exploration, and soaring traversal through a fragmented atmospheric world.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: Exploration 20.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.5%, Atmospheric 14.8%, Adventure 13.9%, Colorful 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same emotional storytelling style and beautiful, atmospheric puzzle-exploration found in Epistory.

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: Female Protagonist 32.5%, Atmospheric 16.9%, Story Rich 16.5%, Adventure 11.1%, Indie 9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a rich, folklore-driven atmospheric journey with a companion-based dynamic similar to Epistory's fox-riding adventures.

Seasons After Fall is a 2D platform-puzzler game that will let you dive into a captivating universe and explore a land governed by magic and nature.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.9%, Adventure 26.9%, Atmospheric 20.7%, Indie 13.4%, Singleplayer 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a magical forest setting, a charming animal protagonist, and a similar whimsical indie aesthetic.

Typing of the dead: Overkill fuses the horror and comedy of the legendary House of the Dead series with unique typing mechanics in order to deliver a truly original gaming experience! This gruesome shooter puts you in the middle of a mutant outbreak in Bayou county.

Why similar: Typing 96% ★, Action 2.6%, Great Soundtrack 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: An unconventional typing game that shares Epistory's mechanical focus on using a keyboard to vanquish enemies.

Oxenfree is a supernatural thriller about a group of friends who unwittingly open a ghostly rift. You are Alex, and you’ve just brought your new stepbrother Jonas to an overnight island party gone horribly wrong.

Why similar: Story Rich 27.3%, Female Protagonist 27.3%, Atmospheric 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Matches Epistory's strong emphasis on narrative depth and atmospheric storytelling.

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Isometric 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Adventure 12%, Colorful 11.8%, Story Rich 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Showcases a similarly surreal, hand-drawn artistic world steeped in musical and puzzle-adventure elements.

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.4%, Story Rich 14.2%, Isometric 13.7%, RPG 12.8%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similarly unfolding narrative where the world literally builds itself around you as you explore.

From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.

Why similar: Exploration 21.4%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Atmospheric 19.7%, Colorful 11.3%, Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Mirrors the relaxing, wordless environmental storytelling and striking visual aesthetic of Epistory.

A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.

Why similar: Adventure 30.5%, Story Rich 25.7%, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Indie 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a whimsical, beautifully stylized adventure game with strong narrative-driven elements.

Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.5%, RPG 23.8%, Great Soundtrack 18.7%, Story Rich 11%, Atmospheric 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Presents a similar fairy-tale narrative presented in verse with a magical female protagonist exploring a painterly world.

“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 30.5%, Atmospheric 17.8%, Story Rich 17%, Adventure 10.9%, Exploration 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same breathtaking atmospheric fantasy world, emotional depth, and fluid magical movement.

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: Magic 30.9%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Adventure 12.7%, RPG 9.1%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the power of magic and spell-crafting in a charming fantasy adventure with a female lead.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Narrative 26.2% ★, Exploration 16.6%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, Adventure 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: Evokes the same emotional resonance, mysterious atmosphere, and wondrous sense of exploration.

As a powerful Lynx, you will make your way through vast open landscapes. In the harsh tundra, you will raise and strengthen your cubs by mastering your skills for hunting prey. Do everything you can to prepare your little ones for the vicious entities dwelling in the wilderness.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.1%, Exploration 16.1%, Atmospheric 13.6%, Story Rich 13.4%, Colorful 12%

Why You'll Like It: Emphasizes animal traversal and emotional survival in an atmospheric wilderness setting.

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: Magic 33.6%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Colorful 17.6%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a gorgeous fantasy puzzle-platformer experience filled with magic and enchanting cooperative exploration.

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

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 17.4%, Story Rich 16.4%, Adventure 11.2%, Colorful 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the motif of a mystical animal traversing a corrupted land to restore color and life to the environment.

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Narrative 48.2% ★, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Story Rich 11%, Colorful 8.3%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Integrates words and storytelling directly into the gameplay mechanics within a magical journal world.

In this platform game you embody ":" ready to travel through the History of typography, from it's origin to today! Overcome obstacles, escape your enemies and collect asterisks, but beware not to fall down! Will you come out of this journey unscathed?

Why similar: Typing 78% ★, Atmospheric 5.1%, Story Rich 4.3%, Adventure 4.2%, Indie 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric indie adventure game that incorporates typography as a core thematic element.

Dodge bullets while typing exorcisms at the very same time: Get ready for an electrifying mix between bullet hell and typing game! Turn on both sides of your brain and jump into the adventure of private exorcist Ray Bibbia!

Why similar: Typing 75.8% ★, Action 6.4%, Indie 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.6%, Story Rich 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines frantic typing mechanics with dodging bullet-hell action similar to Epistory's combat.

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Story Rich 24%, Great Soundtrack 23.8%, Colorful 18.9%, Adventure 17.9%, Indie 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, musical indie adventure that emphasizes peaceful problem-solving and narrative charm.

Experience the freedom of unbounded climbing as you take control of BUD, a procedurally animated robot on a quest to save his planet. Create your own path through an alien world as you control and ride a giant plant on a vertical journey to the stars.

Why similar: Exploration 28.8%, Open World 27.1%, Adventure 20%, Singleplayer 8.2%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features whimsical vertical exploration in a strange, growing organic world much like Epistory's setting.

There is one rule in the game. And it needs to be broken. There is one goal. And when you attain it, you die.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.9%, Exploration 21.5%, Adventure 11.8%, Atmospheric 9.9%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Explores atmospheric narrative themes centered around young female protagonists in mysterious woods.

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 42.8%, Adventure 23.9%, Indie 15.1%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A magical indie adventure game filled with puzzles and retro-inspired exploration.

Tacoma is a sci-fi narrative adventure from the creators of Gone Home. Set aboard a high-tech space station in the year 2088, explore every detail of how the station’s crew lived and worked, finding the clues that add up to a gripping story of trust, fear, and resolve in the face of disaster.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.3%, Narrative 18.6% ★, Story Rich 17.9%, Exploration 12.8%, Adventure 10.3%

Built from scratch, enjoy breathtaking visuals, enhanced audio and improved, deeper gameplay as New 'n' Tasty reignites the original Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee using the latest next-generation technology.

Why similar: Adventure 45.2%, Action 16.9%, Atmospheric 15.1%, Singleplayer 13%, Indie 9.7%

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Story Rich 21.4%, Exploration 18.6%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Adventure 13.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Welcome to Glass Masquerade - an artistic puzzle game inspired by Art Deco & stained glass artisans of the 20th century. You need to combine hidden glass pieces to unveil clocks and themes exhibited by various cultures of the world at the 'International Times Exhibition'

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.2%, Atmospheric 34.5%, Indie 17.5%, Singleplayer 5.8%

The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say 'Diablo with Cats' others a 'Super-cute Skyrim', whatever your take, Cat Quest's loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics - it'll have you purring for joy!

Why similar: RPG 32.2%, Adventure 23.9%, Open World 18.2%, Action 11%, Indie 8%

Deckbuilding comes to life in Hand of Fate! An infinitely replayable series of quests - earn new cards, build your deck, then try to defeat it! In a cabin at the end of the world, the game of life and death is played. Draw your cards, play your hand, and discover your fate.

Why similar: RPG 40.6%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 14.7%, Singleplayer 10.8%, Indie 10.2%

The Sexy Brutale — a never-ending masked ball featuring intrigue, murder and the (quite possibly) occult! Relive the same mysterious day where the guests at the casino mansion are being murdered by the staff over and over again...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26%, Story Rich 24.5%, Adventure 20%, Indie 10.9%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Fight for control of a frontier world. Gather resources, build your base, and command your forces in battle. Survive long enough to unleash your ultimate weapon - THE EPIC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 54%, Female Protagonist 27.7%, Singleplayer 13.6%, Action 2.4%, Indie 2.2%

A masterful combination of top-down shooter and endless replayability with procedural levels. Blast your way through walls & enemies with guns and cybernetic abilities. Install perks from cyber chambers and upgrade your character stats after each death. Can you stop the Overseer?

Why similar: Moddable 34.8%, Great Soundtrack 21.8%, Top-Down 13.4%, RPG 11.2%, Action 10.5%

Unbox: Newbie's Adventure is a 90s style 3D platformer about the ultimate postal service, self-delivering cardboard boxes! Unbox: Newbie's Adventure has giant worlds full of challenges, collectibles and boxy boss battles!

Why similar: Open World 37%, Adventure 32.3%, Action 14.5%, Indie 11.9%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Run, jump and butt-slide into the glorious toy-filled world of Action Henk! Become a master of momentum and defy physics as you race against a band of ragged 90s action figures to once and for all prove that Action Henk is the fastest of them all!

Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%

The Warlock of Firetop Mountain is a tabletop adventure come to life! This fantasy solo RPG combines unique, simultaneous turn-based combat with a journey that changes based on each figurine you take into Firetop Mountain! Which hero will you take into Zagor's lair THIS time?

Why similar: Isometric 22.3%, RPG 19.3%, Story Rich 18%, Adventure 16.2%, Action 9.9%

Build railways, manage traffic and stay accident-free. Play in Europe, America, Japan and USSR in 1830-2020. Complete the story mode from the Gold Rush of 1849 to the first manned spaceflight, and then explore the random mode. Management. Construction. Trains. Welcome to Train Valley!

Why similar: Top-Down 43.5%, Indie 35.3%, Singleplayer 21.2%

Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!

Why similar: RPG 25.8%, Female Protagonist 23.6%, Adventure 13.2%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Action 8.9%

Search for hidden folks in hand-drawn, interactive, miniature landscapes. Unfurl tent flaps, cut through bushes, slam doors, and poke some crocodiles! Rooooaaaarrrr!!!!!

Why similar: Isometric 31.9%, Indie 27%, Adventure 15.8%, Singleplayer 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%

Kingdom: New Lands builds upon the award-winning gameplay and mystery of Kingdom by introducing an abundance of new content to the IGF-nominated title while maintaining the simplicity and depth that legions of monarchs have come to experience and enjoy.

Why similar: Soundtrack 33.5% ★, Exploration 22.8%, Atmospheric 16.4%, Adventure 11%, Open World 10.5%

Holy Potatoes! A Weapon Shop?! is a wacky simulation game where you manage your very own weapon shop and expand its business across an incredible potato world.Use your potato smiths to forge weapons and sell them to questing heroes.

Why similar: Indie 42.8%, RPG 38.6%, Singleplayer 18.6%

After decades of toil, an old machinist plots his escape from Communism, through manipulation and scheming. Along the road, he befriends the most unlikely creature, an abandoned robot. Could they solve the puzzles and flee this bleak world together?

Why similar: Story Rich 24.4%, Atmospheric 21.8%, Adventure 21.4%, Action 13.4%, Indie 12.4%

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Exploration 25.9%, Isometric 19.8%, RPG 11.4%, Colorful 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Stories: The Path of Destinies is an Action RPG, an enchanted storybook filled with madcap fantasy tales, each told by a zippy narrator attuned to the player’s choices and actions.

Why similar: Adventure 69.6%, RPG 8.7%, Colorful 4%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Action 3.7%

When Humanity was created,the Goddess of Life challenged us to define our own purpose. This sparked 5,000 years of war that you, as a Kori-Odan, must end. Master your legacy through visceral Anime-style combat and deep narrative stakes.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.9%, Story Rich 19.5%, Colorful 15.5%, RPG 14.3%, Exploration 13.8%

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas combines captivating storytelling, breathtaking 3D visuals and exciting gameplay into one epic action-adventure experience. In the game you explore the islands of Uncharted Seas, a world filled with many dangers, puzzles and secrets.

Why similar: RPG 16.2%, Isometric 14.6%, Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 10.4%, Open World 9.6%

Can you save Silence, the grim, but also serene world between life and death? Can you help Noah find his little sister Renie in this suffering world? Can you bring her home? Explore Silence and join the siblings on their adventurous journey.

Why similar: Adventure 37.5%, Story Rich 23.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.8%, Female Protagonist 11%, Exploration 6.4%

Explore a lovingly crafted world with all its odd inhabitants as you experience the ethereal realm and deliver messages to the spirits. Make your mark in the wordless narrative - with a Tiny Echo.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.6%, Adventure 14.9%, Atmospheric 14.7%, Exploration 14.3%, Isometric 14.1%

The massive sequel to the original cult classic! Plan your menu, decorate your restaurant, cook hundreds of foods, and for the first time ever - earn medals by mastering dozens of themed restaurants!

Why similar: Typing 85.6% ★, Colorful 8.7%, Action 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.

Why similar: Soundtrack 23.1% ★, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Story Rich 14.8%, Exploration 11.3%, Atmospheric 9.9%

Play as an exiled 'wum' looking for a new home in this bizarre but charming world, filled with strange creatures, puzzles, monsters and political chaos.

Why similar: Exploration 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 23.8%, Story Rich 20.7%, Colorful 17.2%, Action 8.6%

Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.7%, Exploration 14.3%, Story Rich 13.4%, Colorful 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.4%

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.5%, Female Protagonist 22.4%, Adventure 18.6%, Atmospheric 12%, Indie 9.3%

The ABC Murders is an adventure and investigation game adapted from the classic Agatha Christie novel. You are the famous private detective Hercule Poirot and, once again, you find yourself up against a mysterious serial killer who goes by the name of "ABC".

Why similar: Female Protagonist 43.9%, Story Rich 25.1%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Adventure 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 5%

Moss: The Forgotten Relic is an emotional and atmospheric adventure set in the pages of a living storybook, brimming with myth and ancient magic. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.6%, Exploration 20.1%, Story Rich 14.7%, Atmospheric 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

GoNNER is a tough as hell procedurally-generated 2D platformer with roguelike elements, following the largely misunderstood and altruistic Ikk on a journey to cheer up his only friend in this world - a giant landbound whale named Sally - by searching for just the right trinket in the deep and dark places nearby.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.9%, Indie 27.7%, Atmospheric 11.9%, Singleplayer 11.2%, Action 10.3%