Games Like Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition

Play as both Gabriel and Grace as they are dispatched to Munich to solve a series of mutilation murders thought to be the work of werewolves.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.1%, Classic 25.1% ★, Mystery 15.4%, Adventure 14.2%, Detective 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, continuing the supernatural saga of Gabriel Knight with high-quality FMV production.

Play as both Gabriel Knight and Grace Nakimura as you learn more about what is hidden in the hills of France.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.8%, Adventure 21.4%, Classic 21.1% ★, Mystery 18.5%, 1990's 4%

Why You'll Like It: The final chapter of the original trilogy, offering a complex, history-steeped mystery set in the French countryside.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.3%, Mystery 14%, Adventure 12.7%, Supernatural 10.4%, Detective 10%

Why You'll Like It: A modern supernatural detective adventure that excels at character interaction and urban fantasy storytelling.

After a tragic accident, neurobiologist Dr. David Styles has become a recluse, rarely leaving his home, the Dread Hill House. One day, Samantha Everett, a street magician, appears at Dr. Style's doorstep just as he is seeking a new assistant.

Why similar: Point & Click 53.9%, Adventure 21%, Mystery 13.8%, Story Rich 3.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Created by Jane Jensen, this game features the same blend of supernatural mystery and deep character-driven storytelling found in Gabriel Knight.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 48.1%, Mystery 18%, Adventure 14.8%, Detective 11.9%, Puzzle 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mature detective thriller that tasks players with solving a series of gruesome murders across two different time periods.

The last game in the Blackwell series.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.8%, Adventure 16.3%, Mystery 12.1%, Supernatural 9%, Detective 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: The culmination of a series focused on a medium and her spirit guide solving supernatural mysteries in a gritty, urban setting.

The award-winning point-and-click adventure returns in the Director's Cut with an extended story, additional puzzles, and new areas to explore. Witness the rise of an iconic detective as you uncover a dark and sinister truth hiding behind the calm exterior of a small rural town.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.8%, Mystery 18.8%, Detective 16.4%, Adventure 8%, Story Rich 6%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling detective story featuring a strong protagonist investigating the dark secrets of her hometown.

Something ancient and evil is stirring in Victorian England. Only you can stop it. Journey to the brink of madness and beyond as you set forth alone into the dark.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.7%, Horror 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Classic 8.9% ★, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: A haunting, Lovecraftian point-and-click game that relies on atmosphere and mystery rather than traditional puzzles.

Originally released in 1998 on PC, and awarded as the Adventure Game of the Year, The timeless horror point-and-click, Sanitarium, is returning to frighten the bravest adventure game fans.

Why similar: Point & Click 35.4%, Classic 22.3% ★, Adventure 9.1%, Horror 8.7%, Mystery 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic psychological horror adventure that excels at creating a disturbing, surreal atmosphere similar to the darker moments in Gabriel Knight.

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.6%, Classic 18.5% ★, Adventure 17.4%, Mystery 10.2%, Story Rich 4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, story-rich adventure that emphasizes exploration and a deep, unfolding narrative.

FBI agent Erica Reed has an uncanny talent: she can see the past and piece together how a crime unfolded. But not even this sixth sense could save her younger brother, Scott, from a brutal serial killer. Three years later, the investigation into Scott’s murder has gone cold -- but Erica’s work has only just begun.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.8%, Mystery 17%, Detective 13.1%, Supernatural 10.5%, Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural detective game where the protagonist uses unique psychic abilities to solve complex murder mysteries.

Black Mirror is a dark adventure game that details the aftermath of the tragic death of William Gordon. Playing as his grandson Samuel players must unveil the truth behind the events of that fateful, stormy night.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.8%, Mystery 18.9%, Classic 13.4% ★, Adventure 10.2%, Horror 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic mystery adventure that deals with family secrets and dark, supernatural occurrences.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Point & Click 31.1%, Classic 31% ★, Cult Classic 11.8% ★, Adventure 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game with a deep, unique story and a distinct, memorable world that fans of the genre will appreciate.

London, 1964. An ancient ruby is stolen from the British Museum. At the crime scene: a raven feather. Is somebody trying to follow in the footsteps of The Raven, the legendary master thief who disappeared years before?

Why similar: Point & Click 39.7%, Adventure 22.7%, Mystery 18.6%, Detective 17.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic whodunit detective story that captures the feel of a traditional mystery novel through point-and-click gameplay.

After returning to the quiet streets of Paris to pursue a life of painting, Gus Macpherson could not escape his true art…

Why similar: Point & Click 47.6%, Mystery 16.1%, Adventure 15.7%, Detective 12.3%, Horror 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, noir-style detective game that focuses on investigation and uncovering dark secrets in a historical setting.

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: Point & Click 62.1%, Adventure 16.1%, Detective 11%, Story Rich 5.1%, Great Soundtrack 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A noir-inspired detective mystery with a deep, branching narrative and a strong sense of place.

When 3 NYU students kill themselves, nobody thinks that a sinister force is at work. Nobody but fledgling medium Rosa Blackwell & her new spirit guide Joey Mallone.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.9%, Mystery 14.9%, Adventure 12.4%, Supernatural 10.9%, Detective 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: The start of a supernatural detective series that perfectly balances ghost-hunting with grounded, character-focused writing.

Become the most celebrated detective of all time: Sherlock Holmes! Use your impressive talents as a detective to solve six thrilling and varied cases: murders, missing persons, spectacular thefts and numerous investigations that sometimes lead you into the realms of the fantastic.

Why similar: Detective 27.8%, Mystery 21.7%, Point & Click 18%, Adventure 12.7%, Classic 6.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: A premier detective experience that focuses on gathering clues and making deductions to solve intricate criminal cases.

When a brilliant particle physicist dies unexpectedly, the race is on to secure his terrible new technology before it falls into the wrong hands. The lives of four playable characters become entangled as they fight against the clock to find the dead scientist’s secret vault.

Why similar: Point & Click 70.7%, Adventure 20%, Mystery 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, multi-character mystery that requires careful investigation and logical puzzle-solving.

John Yesterday becomes immortal following an occult ritual. However, not everything goes to plan. He and his girlfriend Pauline must embark on an investigation to try to reproduce the immortality ritual. But his former acquaintances have other plans for him...

Why similar: Point & Click 48.5%, Adventure 27%, Mystery 19%, Puzzle 3.6%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery adventure involving immortality and dark secrets, featuring a unique, multi-era narrative structure.

Acting as Adam Wolfe, an investigator of the paranormal, you will discover a hidden world under the modern San Francisco. In this city, ghosts, artifacts, secret orders and curses are just some of the things that Adam will come across working on his most important case.

Why similar: Point & Click 29%, Mystery 19.1%, Adventure 16.1%, Supernatural 12.4%, Detective 11%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural detective game that blends hidden object mechanics with a dark, urban fantasy mystery.

Thrust into the role of "The Seed of Prophecy," players travel deep into the living castle, in hopes of defeating the evil that dwells within – the dreaded Warlock Lord.

Why similar: Point & Click 55.4%, Adventure 15.4%, Cult Classic 15.4% ★, Puzzle 6.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-heavy adventure that challenges players to survive a dangerous, mystery-filled castle.

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: Point & Click 67.2%, Adventure 18.5%, Story Rich 6.3%, Mystery 4.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dense, narrative-heavy mystery set in a dystopian future that rewards players for thorough investigation.

Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 51.4%, Horror 11.6%, Adventure 10.6%, Story Rich 10.4%, Puzzle 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, psychological horror adventure that uses a unique perspective to tell a dark and mysterious story.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Point & Click 40.4%, Horror 14.8%, Adventure 13.5%, Detective 12.5%, Story Rich 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, psychological horror adventure that explores mature themes with a unique, unsettling visual style.

Delve into Dark Legends Lurking in the Shadow of an Old English Mansion!

Why similar: Point & Click 36.2%, Classic 22.6% ★, Adventure 14.2%, Detective 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 6%

Why You'll Like It: A surprisingly deep detective mystery that focuses on puzzle-solving and uncovering historical secrets within a manor.

The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.3%, Classic 27.4% ★, Adventure 12.4%, Story Rich 6.5%, Cult Classic 4.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: An epic adventure game known for its deep world-building and complex, mature narrative.

A moody tale that combines the intrigue and atmosphere of a Raymond Chandler novel or Humphrey Bogart film with classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, Face Noir follows private eye Jack Del Nero as he’s falsely accused of murdering the man who left a little girl in his protection.

Why similar: Point & Click 58.7%, Adventure 18.1%, Detective 13%, Mystery 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hard-boiled detective story set in 1930s New York that captures the classic noir atmosphere.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.1%, Adventure 13.8%, Classic 12.2% ★, Mystery 6.1%, Cult Classic 5.1% ★

Gabriel Knight is the last in a long line of Shadow Hunters, those fated to fight the dark forces of the supernatural.

Why similar: Point & Click 31.3%, Classic 27.6% ★, Adventure 14.1%, Mystery 13.1%, Detective 6.2%

New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.9%, Adventure 15.3%, Mystery 11%, Classic 10.7% ★, Story Rich 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click adventure that features a strong narrative and a sense of constant, unfolding mystery.

Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.7%, Classic 26.5% ★, Adventure 12.6%, Cult Classic 4.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 2.3%

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the classic puzzle-solving mystery adventure directed by Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi, is back! This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound and new gallery content.

Why similar: Mystery 21.9%, Detective 15.6%, Point & Click 14.3%, Adventure 10.5%, Classic 7.6% ★

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: Point & Click 98.2%, Mystery 0.6%, Adventure 0.4%, Detective 0.4%, Supernatural 0.1%

Released in 2014, experience one of the first 3D adaptations of the renowned puzzle-adventure game Myst! Each discovery you make, every puzzle you solve, will bring you closer to reversing a wrong that has gone unchecked for ages.

Why similar: Point & Click 32%, Classic 27.5% ★, Mystery 15.3%, Adventure 13.9%, Puzzle 5.9%

Moebius: Empire Rising is a contemporary adventure that merges classic point-and-click puzzle solving with Jane Jensen’s sophisticated storytelling. Travel the world using Malachi’s unique deductive powers to analyze suspects, make historical connections, and uncover the truth behind a theory of space and time the government will defend...

Why similar: Point & Click 62.8%, Adventure 24.3%, Mystery 10%, Puzzle 2.9%

'The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief' is a thrilling crime adventure in three chapters from the creators of 'The Book of Unwritten Tales'. Full of twists and turns, it immerses you in both sides of the story, combining thrill-of-the-chase whodunit with the risk and reward of a heist story. Paris, 1960.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.8%, Mystery 17.1%, Adventure 15.2%, Detective 14.2%, Story Rich 4.3%

Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.6%, Classic 27.7% ★, Adventure 10.4%, Cult Classic 6.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 3.9%

Become the greatest detective of all time in The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a twisting, turning investigation game set in a faithfully-reproduced London of 1898. As Sherlock Holmes, you must find clues, interrogate suspects and unveil a mystery in a story full of twists!

Why similar: Point & Click 34.2%, Detective 24.2%, Mystery 16.8%, Adventure 16.4%, Puzzle 4.3%

Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.9%, Classic 30.3% ★, Adventure 9.9%, Cult Classic 8.7% ★, 1990's 3.4%

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.2%, Mystery 23.8%, Detective 19.1%, Adventure 8.4%, Story Rich 6.2%

In this point-and-click urban thriller, down-and-out private eye Kathy Rain will embark on her most dangerous case yet — the pursuit of the notorious serial killer known as the Soothsayer. Find clues, gather evidence, connect the dots, and confront the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted…

Why similar: Point & Click 31.4%, Mystery 19%, Detective 15%, Horror 7.6%, Adventure 7.5%

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.5%, Mystery 18.8%, Detective 12.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Story Rich 6.4%

In Season 2 of The Last Door, the search for his missing client will bring psychiatrist John Wakefield deeper into a conspiracy of darkness and closer to the heart of madness than ever before.

Why similar: Point & Click 58%, Adventure 16.1%, Horror 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Story Rich 4.7%

Originally released by LucasArts in 1995, Full Throttle is a classic graphic adventure game from industry legend Tim Schafer, telling the story of Ben Throttle; butt-kicking leader of biker gang the Polecats, who gets caught up in a tale of Motorcycles, Mayhem and Murder.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.7%, Classic 28.1% ★, Adventure 13.4%, Cult Classic 7.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.8%

The year is 1973. The sound of a lone, ethereal saxophone drifts over the Roosevelt Island promenade, while a series of accidents plague a midtown construction site. The citizens of Manhattan take no notice of these events, let alone think they are connected.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.8%, Mystery 13.5%, Adventure 13.1%, Supernatural 10.3%, Detective 9.2%

Some Families Keep Deadly Secrets!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.5%, Adventure 16%, Detective 13.7%, Mystery 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

Enter a dark, captivating world as the massive evil of Black Mirror Castle is reincarnated with over 100 atmospheric locations to explore and 40 different characters to interact with. Will Darren's search lead him to redemption or the hell of insanity?

Why similar: Point & Click 53.4%, Adventure 21.2%, Mystery 10.4%, Horror 7.9%, Story Rich 2.7%

Face your Destiny! In Andergast, whose inhabitants are considered to be superstitious, King Efferdan awaits a state visit from high-ranking dignitaries. For centuries the kingdom has been at odds with neighboring Nostria, but now first steps are being undertaken toward a lasting peace.

Why similar: Point & Click 64.1%, Adventure 19.7%, Story Rich 4.7%, Cult Classic 3.5% ★, Puzzle 3.5%

Relive the original MacVenture Series version of Déjà Vu! Play through the Mac and Apple IIGS versions and discover a classic detective mystery adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.4%, Classic 24.7% ★, Adventure 18.4%, Detective 13.8%, Mystery 12.7%

Recognized as one of the best licenses in gaming and lauded by the press, Sherlock Holmes is back with an investigation that is sure to be the most horrifying of the series. The famous detective stands against the most dangerous serial killer England has ever known - Jack the Ripper.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.7%, Adventure 25.4%, Detective 19.5%, Mystery 16%, Story Rich 2.4%

Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.4%, Adventure 17.6%, Classic 15.6% ★, Cult Classic 7.5% ★, Story Rich 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: Point & Click 37.5%, Detective 22.6%, Mystery 18.5%, Adventure 15.4%, Puzzle 2.9%

Nightmare Frames is a supernatural thriller where you'll step into the shoes of Alan Goldberg, in the search for the scariest horror film of all time. An enthralling journey through the streets of the Hollywood of the 80s, a small haunted town, and even Hell itself.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.3%, Mystery 16.5%, Horror 10.2%, Supernatural 10.1%, Adventure 7.6%

A New Beginning is a cinematic adventure-thriller done graphic novel-style.

Why similar: Point & Click 57.4%, Adventure 18.4%, Classic 11.7% ★, Cult Classic 4.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 3%

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.8%, Adventure 17.8%, Classic 12.4% ★, Cult Classic 5.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 3%

In this paranormal point-and-click adventure, a traveling salesman races to stop a string of horrific deaths in a quiet seaside town—before he’s next.

Why similar: Point & Click 45%, Adventure 20.2%, Horror 8.5%, Mystery 7.3%, Story Rich 6.5%

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Point & Click 34.6%, Detective 16.3%, Mystery 14.3%, Classic 12.4% ★, Story Rich 5.9%

Go Undercover in Paris and Unravel a Case in Style!

Why similar: Point & Click 33%, Classic 24.4% ★, Adventure 14%, Detective 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%