- #1 MaryPark St.
97% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Starless Studios
Windows
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 40%, Abstract 17.7%, Surreal 13.1%, Philosophical 11.3%, Minimalist 10%
- #2 Antimatter Elevator
96% matchPositive92% of 37 reviews2021
Dev: xrrawva
Windows
Connect non-matching pieces to reach level 99.
Why similar: Experimental 25.3%, Abstract 13.5%, Surreal 12.9%, Minimalist 11.4%, Philosophical 10.9%
- #3 THE GAP
96% matchMixed64% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: Bonko Games
Windows
An abstract interactive experience about a Gap
Why similar: Experimental 37.2%, Abstract 27.5%, Philosophical 15.5%, Minimalist 15.3%, Puzzle 3%
- #4 100 hidden eternals
95% matchVery Positive93% of 671 reviews2020
Dev: Anatoliy Loginovskikh
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Hidden object game in a surreal style. Black and white hand-drawn style. Animated puzzles. Mind blown.
Why similar: Experimental 30.4%, Hidden Object 18.6%, Abstract 14.3%, Surreal 10%, Puzzle 8.3%
- #5 Girabox
94% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2020
Dev: Conradical Games
Windows · Mac
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 47.5%, Minimalist 16.4%, Abstract 13.8%, Relaxing 9.4%, Logic 6%
- #6 Understand
94% matchVery Positive91% of 812 reviews2020
Dev: Artless Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Understand is an experimental puzzle game about guessing rules. In each level, you have to figure out the rules through trial and error, then draw a line satisfying all rules.
Why similar: Experimental 36.3%, Abstract 27%, Minimalist 15.3%, Logic 11.2%, Puzzle 8.9%
- #7 14 Minesweeper Variants
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,579 reviews2022
Dev: Alith GamesPub: Artless Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 38.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Minesweeper but the rules are changing.
Why similar: Experimental 37.8%, Abstract 21.3%, Minimalist 14.6%, Logic 12.8%, Puzzle 12.4%
- #8 Manifold Garden
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,248 reviews2020
Dev: William Chyr Studio
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Rediscover gravity and explore an Escher-esque world of impossible architecture. Witness infinity in first-person and master its rules to solve physics-defying puzzles. Cultivate a garden to open new paths forward, where an eternal expanse awaits.
Why similar: Experimental 26.1%, Abstract 20.1%, Surreal 13.4%, Philosophical 10.7%, Minimalist 9.5%
- #9 Insight
91% matchVery Positive86% of 115 reviews2021
Dev: maou
Windows
Guess the rules, divide shapes, solve puzzles. 49 variants with consistent rulessets.
Why similar: Abstract 33.1%, Experimental 19.2%, Minimalist 18.5%, Logic 13.5%, Puzzle 10.7%
- #10 Intraquartz
91% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: ilzard
Windows
INTRAQUARTZ is a multidimensional experimental maze puzzler where you control a microscopic mining rover inside extraterrestrial crystals.
Why similar: Experimental 35.4%, Abstract 21.7%, Minimalist 12.7%, Surreal 10%, Puzzle 8.9%
- #11 The king is gone
90% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Afloofdev
Windows · Linux
A puzzle game about running, not because one has somewhere to be, but because one has somewhere they don't want to be. Different doors are blocking the way, that need to be unlocked to proceed. Each door will give a different benefit, and a combination of them is the key to succeed .. or fail.
Why similar: Experimental 48.1%, Abstract 25.6%, Puzzle 13.7%, Surreal 11.3%, Singleplayer 1%
- #12 reYal
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 24 reviews2019
Dev: xrrawva
Windows
Play as you playing as you.
Why similar: Experimental 34.7%, Abstract 17.1%, Philosophical 14.1%, Surreal 13.3%, Minimalist 11.7%
- #13 Higgs Boson: Challenging Puzzle
89% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Remix Games
Windows
Higgs Boson: Challenging Puzzle is a minimalist and challenging puzzle game where the player must rotate pieces considering the move limit to assemble a particle accelerator.
Why similar: Abstract 25.6%, Experimental 23.7%, Minimalist 19%, Puzzle 10.8%, Logic 10.1%
- #14 Destiny Island
87% matchMixed59% of 44 reviews2021
Dev: Empty Essence
Windows
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 47.7%, Abstract 16.7%, Surreal 14.1%, Philosophical 11%, Minimalist 9.4%
- #15 Higgs Boson: Timed Puzzle
86% matchPositive82% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: Remix Games
Windows
Higgs Boson: Timed Puzzle is a minimalist and challenging puzzle game where the player must rotate pieces considering the time limit to assemble a particle accelerator.
Why similar: Experimental 26.1%, Abstract 20.4%, Minimalist 17.3%, Puzzle 10.7%, Logic 10.3%
- #16 The Memories That Shape Us
85% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Derek LarsonPub: D Rock Games LLC
Windows
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 24.9%, Abstract 21.3%, Hidden Object 14.2%, Philosophical 11.5%, Surreal 9.1%
- #17 Triversal
86% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: Phantom Compass
Windows
Unwind with Triversal: An award-winning casual spatial puzzle game that mixes chill with challenge.
Why similar: Experimental 32.6%, Abstract 19.6%, Surreal 14.1%, Minimalist 9.9%, Puzzle 8.6%
- #18 Higgs Boson: Minimal Puzzle
84% matchPositive93% of 43 reviews2021
Dev: Remix Games
Windows
Higgs Boson: Minimal Puzzle is a relaxing and minimalist puzzle game where the player must rotate pieces to assemble a particle accelerator.
Why similar: Experimental 29.4%, Abstract 23.6%, Minimalist 15.1%, Logic 10.3%, Puzzle 9.5%
- #19 Hadr
83% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2020
Dev: Dominik KonečnýPub: Ateliér Duchů
Windows
Hadr is a short atmospheric game where you control a piece of flying fabric. Every single thing you can cover with your cloth, will disappear. Items, puzzles and story, they all have their place in Hadr. Are real things disappearing or just memories?
Why similar: Experimental 32.7%, Abstract 17.1%, Minimalist 11.6%, Surreal 11.3%, Philosophical 11%
- #20 Patternima
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mixel
Windows
A visual puzzle game where you uncover hidden shapes through a kaleidoscope. Combine segments and rotation to reconstruct each image. When everything aligns, beautiful patterns emerge.
Why similar: Abstract 26.9%, Hidden Object 26%, Minimalist 14.9%, Puzzle 13.7%, Relaxing 10.6%
- #21 .projekt
82% matchVery Positive92% of 152 reviews2018
Dev: Kyrylo Kuzyk
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Minimalistic puzzler about silhouettes from creator of Evo Explores
Why similar: Experimental 27%, Abstract 21.2%, Minimalist 14.5%, Puzzle 12.5%, Science 8.9%
- #22 CIPHER ZERO
79% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2025
Dev: Zapdot
Windows · Mac · Linux
A minimalist logic game. Can you solve for 𝒙?
Why similar: Experimental 23.2%, Abstract 20.6%, Minimalist 13.3%, Surreal 12.9%, Logic 10.5%
- #23 ISLANDS: Non-Places
82% matchVery Positive83% of 367 reviews2016
Dev: Carl BurtonPub: Carlburton Llc
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 22%
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 44.3%, Abstract 26%, Surreal 19.3%, Relaxing 9.5%, Indie 1%
- #24 Unloop
80% matchPositive100% of 49 reviews2023
Dev: ThreeTrees.eu
Windows
Unloop is an elegant, relaxing and satisfying puzzle game about using clever mechanics to connect and remove portals.
Why similar: Abstract 33.2%, Minimalist 20.9%, Puzzle 15.9%, Logic 13.8%, Relaxing 13.8%
- #25 Mega Mosaic
79% matchVery Positive92% of 404 reviews2024
Dev: Mark FfrenchPub: Divide The Plunder
Windows · Mac
Median: 26.1 hrsMean: 35.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Mega Mosaic is a meditative game about completing a single enormous puzzle
Why similar: Experimental 41.3%, Minimalist 17.9%, Logic 16.1%, Puzzle 15.3%, Relaxing 8.3%
- #26 REFLASER
81% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Dmitry Dovgal
Windows
Reflaser is a puzzle game in which you control the laser reflections to activate various devices. Solve 72 puzzles with pleasant and soothing music.
Why similar: Experimental 29.9%, Minimalist 16.1%, Abstract 16.1%, Puzzle 11.9%, Logic 10.5%
- #27 Atopes
77% matchVery Positive94% of 668 reviews2021
Dev: Sato Fumiya
Windows
Your future is vaster than the cosmos.
Why similar: Experimental 56.4%, Philosophical 22.4%, Surreal 19.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%, Indie 0.5%
- #28 Forever Someday
78% matchPositive80% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: Joarez C. Santini
Windows
Forever Someday is a short narrative experience about dealing with depression and the end of a relationship, with a surreal and dream-like aesthetic.
Why similar: Experimental 41.7%, Abstract 24.4%, Surreal 19.7%, Psychological 7.1%, Puzzle 5.9%
- #29 Lighten Up
77% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: Snowdrop
Windows
Lighten Up is a simple and sweet logic puzzle game. Exercise your brain as you drag and drop puzzle pieces to victory!
Why similar: Abstract 29.9%, Minimalist 19.8%, Logic 17.9%, Puzzle 17.3%, Relaxing 13%
- #30 Finding Your Way
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ben James GamesPub: Pretty Soon
Windows
Rediscover a familiar world by splashing it with color and find your way through the darkness in this first-person exploration game. Traverse 30+ surreal locations, solve intriguing puzzles, and face your demons. Uncover fragments of your story through a meditative journey between light and shadow.
Why similar: Experimental 25.8%, Abstract 19.6%, Surreal 14.8%, Minimalist 10.9%, Puzzle 10%
- #31 Linklight
75% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: Highrise Software
Windows
Linklight is a relaxing minimalist puzzle game that consists of rotation based puzzles; unplug yourself from your surroundings as you navigate your way through endless puzzles.
Why similar: Experimental 32.3%, Abstract 23.6%, Minimalist 14.7%, Logic 9.5%, Puzzle 9.4%
- #32 Hidden Memory - Nature
74% matchVery Positive86% of 94 reviews2020
Dev: YAW Studios
Windows
Disconnect from the world and get in touch with nature with this beautiful and relaxing minimalist puzzle!
Why similar: Hidden Object 26.1%, Abstract 24.3%, Minimalist 15.1%, Puzzle 11.2%, Logic 10.8%
- #33 Forgetting
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: galactical
Windows · Mac · Linux
Forgetting is a procedurally generated panel-solving puzzle game. Inspired by games like the Witness, but with each playthrough offering a new dungeon to explore, new puzzles to solve, and new mechanics to learn.
Why similar: Experimental 30.5%, Abstract 22.8%, Minimalist 15.8%, Logic 12.4%, Puzzle 11%
- #34 Stip
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sixtyfour
Windows · Mac · Linux
Assign, undo, deduce! Solve a series of minimalist number puzzles. Use constraints to assign numbers to the correct stips. Navigate the interconnected puzzles to uncover secrets. Please ignore any odd Stip behavior.
Why similar: Abstract 20.3%, Minimalist 18.1%, Puzzle 15.1%, Surreal 14.2%, Logic 12.8%
- #35 Eschaton
72% matchVery Positive88% of 162 reviews2022
Dev: sojourn interactive
Windows
Eschaton is a short, experimental, surreal first-person exploration game. Explore the 'aftermath' of a cult ritual in the grounds of a manor in the remote and picturesque Scottish Highlands.
Why similar: Experimental 30.6%, Supernatural 17.6%, Surreal 15.6%, Philosophical 15.5%, Abstract 11.4%
- #36 10mg :)
73% matchVery Positive98% of 88 reviews2020
Dev: torcadoPub: 10mg
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 65.5%, Puzzle 13.6%, Minimalist 13.1%, Relaxing 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #37 🔴 Circles
73% matchVery Positive90% of 270 reviews2017
Dev: Jeroen Wimmers
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Circles is an abstract puzzle game that takes your mind off things. No words, no distractions: an invitation to experiment. Relax, let your mind wander and discover the puzzling possibilities of circles.
Why similar: Experimental 43%, Abstract 23.9%, Minimalist 15.5%, Puzzle 8.8%, Relaxing 8.6%
- #38 One Million Buttons
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MooCow Games
Windows
There are one million buttons. Only one button is correct. The correct button is chosen randomly, and there are no hints. Good luck!
Why similar: Experimental 47.7%, Abstract 25.6%, Minimalist 20.6%, Nonlinear 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #39 CUCCCHI
71% matchVery Positive95% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: Julián Palacios GechtmanPub: Fantastico Studio
Windows · Mac
CUCCCHI is a game where you explore beautiful dioramas and go through dangerous and trippy labyrinths, in a journey inside the paintings of Enzo Cucchi.
Why similar: Experimental 36.6%, Abstract 23.9%, Hidden Object 18.5%, Surreal 15.5%, Nonlinear 4.1%
- #40 Daffodil Yellow: A few poems from an insect collector
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HD|ME
Windows
You are an insect collector. Wander through old summer memories looking for colors.
Why similar: Experimental 36.9%, Abstract 24%, Philosophical 15.8%, Surreal 13.1%, Relaxing 7.9%
- #41 FOR GOD'S SAKE, HELP HIM!
69% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Noah Kuhn Games
Windows
FOR GOD'S SAKE, HELP HIM! is a tiny, surreal first-person art "game" about what it's like. your goal is singular and simple: try to help him, however you can... if you can. that's a tall order considering you're both in a blank void and he's being crushed over and over.
Why similar: Abstract 27.3%, Surreal 25.3%, Minimalist 21%, Philosophical 16.3%, Psychological 8.7%
- #42 CIPHERCELL
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Game Genesis
Windows · Mac
CIPHERCELL is a minimalist logic puzzle game where you slide cells together to perform arithmetic, with the objective of getting the last cell to zero.
Why similar: Experimental 29.3%, Abstract 23.4%, Minimalist 15.3%, Logic 13%, Puzzle 10.2%
- #43 Where Cards Fall
71% matchMixed70% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: The Game BandPub: Snowman
Windows
Spread decks of cards to solve challenging spatial puzzles and progress through dream-like landscapes in this award-winning title. Traverse beautifully crafted, isometric puzzles that give way to a wordless coming-of-age story, that invites you to reflect on the formative moments of your own life.
Why similar: Experimental 34.7%, Abstract 15.9%, Philosophical 11.8%, Surreal 10.7%, Logic 9%
- #44 LogiNode
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Fredrik Hernqvist
Windows
LogiNode is set in a web of nodes that are either blank or colorful, but most of them are hidden. Your job is to deduce whether the hidden nodes are blank or colorful, using the information they give you. If you like challenging Minesweeper-like games that do not require guessing, this is for you!
Why similar: Abstract 32.9%, Minimalist 24.1%, Logic 20%, Puzzle 20%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #45 Puzzle - LINES AND KNOTS 2
69% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: PlayToday
Windows
Logical puzzle game for meditation and relaxation. The goal of the game is to assemble a puzzle consisting of knots.
Why similar: Abstract 26.3%, Minimalist 22.1%, Puzzle 19.5%, Logic 18.4%, Relaxing 12.1%
- #46 One Line
69% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2021
Dev: Climbing Goat Games
Windows
One Line is a minimalist puzzle game where the objective is to draw a single line filling the entire board. Different mechanics will challenge your mind in this game that is easy to learn but hard to solve. Can you find the correct path?
Why similar: Experimental 35.9%, Abstract 23.9%, Minimalist 14%, Logic 10.8%, Puzzle 9.6%
- #47 Labyrinth A Way Out
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JS Games
Windows
Lost in a massive surreal labyrinth, you must explore, solve puzzles, and collect three keys to unlock the gate at its center. Wander freely through a minimalist world where every path may lead you deeper into the labyrinth or closer to escape.
Why similar: Abstract 22.8%, Hidden Object 19.7%, Surreal 18.2%, Minimalist 12.8%, Puzzle 12.6%
- #48 Let Me Play!
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Interactive Dreams
Windows · Mac
After shouting "Let Me Play!" to the cast in a theatre, the fiction comes crashing down as everyone, including you, becomes aware they're only following a script. Will you let the play continue? Or will you write your own ending?
Why similar: Experimental 44.4%, Surreal 19.7%, Minimalist 15.4%, Philosophical 11.7%, Psychological 7.8%
- #49 Alice Mesmerizing Episodes of Neurosis (AMEN)
66% matchVery Positive95% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Sons of Welder
Windows · Linux
Alice Mesmerizing Episodes of Neurosis (AMEN) is a hidden object game. The player's task is to find things hidden on the map. Help Alice cross this path, destroy the ego-structure, get out of the abyss, find the key.
Why similar: Experimental 23.9%, Hidden Object 19.5%, Abstract 18.7%, Supernatural 14.8%, Surreal 13.3%
- #50 Pongspin
68% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Dotekicept
Windows
Use quick reflexes to defend the core in this addictive, orbital reinvention of Pong! Get power-ups, stay focused, and deflect your way to victory! NOTE: GAME IS BEST PLAYED WHILE INGESTING LIGHT BULBS.
Why similar: Experimental 46.8%, Abstract 23.7%, Surreal 17.9%, Minimalist 10.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #51 Glitchphobia
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Apply Damage
Windows
Immerse yourself into unstable reality. In order to get out you must exploit glitch in a world around you. You can be sure of one thing, any rules you known no longer exist!! Do you have a courage to dip in it?
Why similar: Experimental 41.6%, Abstract 19.2%, Surreal 10.2%, Minimalist 10.1%, Psychological 9.9%
- #52 BearPit
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: A. Firend
Windows
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 34.2%, Abstract 24.5%, Philosophical 18.3%, Psychological 11.5%, Surreal 10.5%
- #53 Relax Simulator
68% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Flying. Stone. Production
Windows
Just stop and relax. Forget about all the fuss and feel the magic of music in this game. Four different modes.
Why similar: Experimental 38.8%, Abstract 25.3%, Surreal 13.5%, Philosophical 8.2%, Puzzle 8%
- #54 CUBOID
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: azeton games
Windows
CUBOID is a challenging spatial puzzle game with minimalist design, where you progress through a labyrinth of levels using a unique mechanic of merging with world blocks.
Why similar: Abstract 29.7%, Minimalist 20.2%, Surreal 17.8%, Puzzle 12.5%, Logic 10.6%
- #55 Hexio
67% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Logisk Studio Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Connect all the nodes into beautiful and abstract shapes in this exciting puzzle game. Enjoy a relaxing piano soundtrack in your delightful experience.
Why similar: Abstract 30.6%, Minimalist 21.2%, Logic 17.8%, Puzzle 17%, Relaxing 11.8%
- #56 Dreams of Another
64% matchPositive85% of 41 reviews2025
Dev: Q-Games Ltd.
Windows
Blast your way through millions of particles as you explore someone's dreams in this narrative driven adventure.
Why similar: Experimental 30.6%, Abstract 19.6%, Surreal 13.2%, Philosophical 12.9%, Psychological 8.6%
- #57 Klobgniak
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Askaspras
Windows
Klobgniak is a first-person puzzle game where the player is trapped in a fictional space and time. The player will have to solve puzzles in order to escape from the "Klobgniak's Home" where the "Others" now (un)happily reside.
Why similar: Abstract 22.1%, Hidden Object 20.8%, Surreal 15.5%, Minimalist 12.7%, Puzzle 9.4%
- #58 XOB
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Rule Weaver
Windows · Mac
XOB. Kinetic. Psychedelic. Poetic. Aesthetic. 100 masterfully designed puzzles.
Why similar: Experimental 38.4%, Abstract 23.3%, Logic 10.3%, Minimalist 9.5%, Puzzle 9.1%