Games Like Ghost of a Tale

Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.

Why similar: Stealth 42%, Medieval 15.6%, Adventure 10.3%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Story Rich 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Matches the medieval stealth and high-stakes narrative focus of the seed game.

Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

Why similar: Stealth 54.4%, Atmospheric 8.4%, Third Person 7.7%, Fantasy 7.5%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the core stealth-focused gameplay and fantasy setting found in Ghost of a Tale.

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

Why similar: Stealth 52.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Third Person 8.7%, Adventure 7.4%, Fantasy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Refines the stealth mechanics of the original with more verticality and polished environments.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Stealth 37.9%, Atmospheric 19.7%, Adventure 13.8%, Third Person 6%, Story Rich 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the feeling of being a small, vulnerable creature navigating a dangerous, oversized world.

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: Cute 26.3%, Atmospheric 16.7%, RPG 15.9%, Fantasy 14.7%, Exploration 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar sense of discovery and puzzle-solving in a deceptively cute but challenging fantasy world.

Little Nightmares II is the second game in a series that has thrilled and captivated millions of players worldwide since 2017. Now it’s your turn to try to survive this critically acclaimed entry in the most charming horror series ever made.

Why similar: Stealth 37.5%, Atmospheric 17.9%, Adventure 17.6%, Story Rich 6.6%, Singleplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the atmospheric tension and puzzle-platforming of the first game with a similar sense of scale.

Lost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find their way home.

Why similar: Stealth 22%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Cute 14.8%, Adventure 14.1%, Third Person 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Emphasizes the perspective of a small animal navigating a detailed, atmospheric environment.

Moss is an action-adventure puzzle game from Polyarc tailor-made for the VR platform. It combines classic components of a great game—compelling characters, gripping combat, and captivating world exploration—with the exciting opportunities of VR.

Why similar: Cute 22.2%, Adventure 21.2%, Third Person 13.6%, Story Rich 12.2%, Fantasy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a charming mouse protagonist in a beautifully crafted fantasy world that mirrors the scale of Tilo's journey.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Cute 33.5%, Adventure 21.8%, RPG 19.2%, Action RPG 8.4%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends cute, stylized visuals with a somber, dark fantasy action-adventure experience.

Quill is back—and she’s being hunted. To stand a chance, Quill will need a true partner by her side—and we hope that partner is you. Moss: Book II is an action-adventure puzzle game and award-winning sequel (The Game Awards "Best VR/AR Game") to Moss.

Why similar: Narration 17.4%, Cute 16.9%, Third Person 15%, Fantasy 12.2%, Atmospheric 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the immersive, mouse-led adventure with enhanced mechanics and storytelling.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Adventure 21.8%, Atmospheric 18.9%, Fantasy 18.4%, Third Person 18.1%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines action-adventure gameplay with a lush, atmospheric world and charming character designs.

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: Atmospheric 22.8%, Adventure 20.8%, Fantasy 13.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Open World 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a poignant, atmospheric adventure focused on exploration and environmental puzzles.

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Medieval 23%, Atmospheric 18%, Third Person 17.2%, Adventure 16.6%, Narration 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the narrative-driven, stealth-heavy journey through a dark, medieval-inspired landscape.

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Medieval 16%, Narration 15%, Adventure 14%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Fantasy 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Presents a dark, challenging action-RPG experience featuring animal characters in a medieval setting.

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!

Why similar: Cute 21.5%, Third Person 17.1%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Adventure 13%, Funny 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the perspective of a tiny protagonist exploring a giant, everyday world filled with puzzles.

Transform the world of Hob! A new action-adventure from Runic Games, the award-winning studio behind Torchlight I and II. It's your chance. Make it home.

Why similar: Adventure 29.1%, Open World 17.2%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Singleplayer 6.9%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a wordless, atmospheric adventure centered on environmental puzzles and world-shifting mechanics.

The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.

Why similar: Fantasy 26%, Atmospheric 21.1%, Adventure 18.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a rich, fantasy-themed puzzle-platforming experience with a strong emphasis on atmosphere.

Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.

Why similar: Adventure 29.8%, Atmospheric 29.1%, Action 10.5%, Cute 9.1%, Singleplayer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a small, endearing protagonist navigating a beautiful, atmospheric world through puzzle-solving.

Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?

Why similar: Medieval 20.9%, Narration 17.1%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Fantasy 15%, Adventure 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a story-rich, atmospheric puzzle-platforming experience with a distinct fantasy aesthetic.

Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper.

Why similar: Stealth 30.9%, Atmospheric 13%, Open World 11.8%, RPG 10.9%, Cute 10%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a relaxing, atmospheric adventure with a focus on exploration and stylized visuals.

Play the odds in Lost in Random™, a gothic-fairy-tale-inspired action-adventure where every citizen’s fate is determined by a roll of the dice.

Why similar: Adventure 26.4%, Fantasy 17.8%, Third Person 10.3%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a gothic, story-rich world with unique mechanics that complement its whimsical yet dark tone.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Atmospheric 23.8%, Open World 20.2%, Adventure 17.3%, RPG 14.7%, Story Rich 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and atmosphere in a unique, stylized world that encourages curiosity.

You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Visit cities, scale summits, unearth mysteries, and discover forgotten places!

Why similar: Fantasy 17.5%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Open World 16.1%, RPG 14.9%, Adventure 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: Prioritizes exploration and atmosphere in a peaceful, fantasy-inspired world.

Shadwen is a 3rd person stealth-action game where the only rule is to remain unseen. Stay hidden - or the ruthless guards will kill you on sight!

Why similar: Stealth 54.1%, Medieval 12.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Third Person 6.9%, Atmospheric 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on stealth-based gameplay with a medieval setting and an emphasis on environmental interaction.

Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.

Why similar: Adventure 43.4%, Atmospheric 14.7%, Indie 14.4%, Third Person 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the experience of an animal navigating a beautiful, atmospheric landscape.

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

Why similar: Adventure 21.5%, Atmospheric 15%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Open World 12.1%, Story Rich 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features an animal protagonist in a vibrant, myth-inspired adventure that emphasizes exploration.

Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.

Why similar: Adventure 22.8%, Third Person 19.9%, Funny 17.1%, Story Rich 16.2%, Singleplayer 9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures a similar sense of charm and imaginative world-building through platforming and exploration.

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: Cute 18.9%, RPG 18.7%, Adventure 18.5%, Open World 12.8%, Fantasy 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a cute, accessible RPG experience with an animal protagonist and lighthearted exploration.

Embark on this epic adventure in up to 4K 60 fps with improved graphics and audio, a new speedrun mode, updated achievements, and an exclusive anniversary gallery.

Why similar: Stealth 45.8%, Adventure 17.2%, Third Person 12.6%, Open World 8.8%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Blends stealth, photography, and adventure in a charming, character-driven narrative.

Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. Become Fe and discover a world that you will never want to leave.

Why similar: Fantasy 28.8%, Atmospheric 23.6%, Adventure 16.4%, Action 11.5%, Cute 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Emphasizes exploration and non-verbal storytelling through the eyes of a small, forest-dwelling creature.

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Atmospheric 23.2%, Cute 20.9%, Third Person 18.8%, Adventure 11.9%, Story Rich 9.6%

Creepy quest with the atmosphere of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales. Go through a dangerous adventure filled with puzzles and challenges! Perhaps it is you who will be able to solve all the secrets of forest and save the peaceful creatures?

Why similar: Stealth 56.1%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Adventure 14%, Narration 4.9%, Singleplayer 3.7%

An open-world action adventure game set in a simulated world in which humans never reached the top of the food chain.

Why similar: Open World 13.8%, Third Person 13.3%, Adventure 11.4%, Fantasy 11.1%, RPG 11%

1st chapter of "Zefyr: A Thief's Melody". In a colorful archipelago, play as a young thief studying at the Guild. Investigate kidnappings, steer clear of roaming pirates or fight them. Sail the ocean on a cute turtle and climb on every island. Cure sick animals and reveal the truth.

Why similar: Stealth 36.6%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Open World 9%, Cute 8.7%, Adventure 8.6%

In a colorful archipelago, play as a young thief studying at the Guild. Investigate kidnappings, steer clear of roaming pirates or fight them. Sail the ocean on a cute turtle and climb every island. Cure sick animals, and find the truth during this feel-good journey. Made by a dreamer solo dev.

Why similar: Stealth 40.4%, Atmospheric 12.4%, Open World 11.3%, Adventure 10.2%, Third Person 9%

Play as Gregor, turned into a tiny bug, and set out on an extraordinary journey to unravel the mystery of your transformation. Metamorphosis is a first person adventure set in a surrealist world where your newfound abilities are your last and only hope for redemption.

Why similar: Atmospheric 27.7%, Adventure 23.6%, Story Rich 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Singleplayer 7.5%

In Cat Quest III you play as a purrivateer in a freely explorable 2.5D open-world swarming with Pi-rats. You can sail the seas in your ship for treasures galore! But prepare for peril, as the Pirate King aims to hunt you down...

Why similar: Cute 19.8%, Fantasy 16.2%, Open World 16.1%, Adventure 15.9%, Funny 10.2%

An action adventure about a ghost’s journey through the afterlife. Possess enemies and the environment and fend off hostile spirits in pursuit of starry fragments from a past life.

Why similar: Cute 22.3%, Atmospheric 19.9%, Third Person 18.2%, Adventure 14.5%, Story Rich 8.3%

BLACKSAD: Under the Skin - A dark corruption scandal in the heart of the New York City's underworld for charismatic detective John Blacksad!

Why similar: Atmospheric 39.8%, Adventure 27.3%, Story Rich 18.4%, Exploration 9%, Puzzle 5.6%

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Atmospheric 22.8%, Narration 22.7%, Adventure 19.3%, Third Person 16.6%, Story Rich 6.7%

After a century in stasis the girl En arrives at her destination: A Palace out of legend. Out here, using forgotten technologies, she hopes to bring back a life that shouldn’t have been lost. But nothing could prepare her for what she’ll face in the ancient halls below.

Why similar: Stealth 59.1%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Third Person 9.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Indie 3%

You are Garrett, the master thief. Rarely seen and never caught, Garrett is the best that ever was. Able to sneak past any guard, pick any lock, and break into the most ingeniously secured residences. Garrett steals from the wealthy and gives to himself, making his living in the dark and foreboding City.

Why similar: Stealth 70.5%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Third Person 4.6%, Fantasy 3.7%, Medieval 3.6%

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: Adventure 44.6%, Fantasy 16%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Indie 7.8%, Story Rich 6.2%

Stalk your prey on the quest for stolen goods with your blackjack, sword, and an assortment of unique arrows. Steal for money and uncover the hidden agendas of your allies and enemies as you play through an unravelling story of deception and revenge.

Why similar: Stealth 73.9%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Medieval 4.8%, Fantasy 4.2%, Adventure 2.6%

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 76.1%, RPG 7.2%, Fantasy 5.3%, Indie 2.1%, Action 2%

Shape your fears… Fear the shapes. Embark on a journey where you face your worst fears and are confronted with the emotional impact of your actions in this narrative adventure game with puzzles, stealth and action.

Why similar: Stealth 43.6%, Narration 17.3%, Adventure 12.3%, Third Person 8.6%, Story Rich 4.9%

Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.

Why similar: Stealth 41.8%, Third Person 10%, Adventure 9%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Narration 7.4%

Bring kindness and light to the people of Sainte-et-Claire as Lila—a tiny mouse with a big heart! Explore a quaint French village, make electrifying new friends, and do good deeds for those in need in this lush narrative adventure game.

Why similar: Fantasy 18.1%, Cute 18%, Atmospheric 16.8%, Adventure 16.7%, Story Rich 8.5%

Garrett, the Master Thief, steps out of the shadows into the City. In this treacherous place, where the Baron’s Watch spreads a rising tide of fear and oppression, his skills are the only things he can trust. Even the most cautious citizens and their best-guarded possessions are not safe from his reach.

Why similar: Stealth 79%, Adventure 6.2%, Atmospheric 3.7%, Action 2.3%, Medieval 2.3%

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Narration 18.7%, Third Person 15.1%, Atmospheric 14.9%, Fantasy 11.2%, RPG 10.7%

Quintus and the Absent Truth is a Horror-Adventure game featuring a Man and his Mouse. A story-rich game with a unique art style, fun puzzles and an adorable little companion, your new best friend, Quintus.

Why similar: Adventure 43.4%, Story Rich 17.4%, Singleplayer 13.3%, Indie 7.8%, Horror 7.7%

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Cute 18.2%, Atmospheric 17.1%, Narration 15.5%, Adventure 15.2%, Fantasy 13.6%

The world of Etere was shattered after the discovery of a terrifying truth. Play as Ghost to gather the Champions and restore balance to a world in conflict in this action RPG that takes you on an epic journey to fulfil Etere’s destiny.

Why similar: Fantasy 20.6%, RPG 17.1%, Cute 16.1%, Story Rich 10.2%, Adventure 8.1%

Mini Ninjas is a game that combines furious action with stealth and exploration for an experience that appeals to a wide audience across age groups and preferences. It’s an action-adventure with a strong focus on allowing the player freedom to explore the world and has the depth to allow for very varied gameplay and approaches to getting...

Why similar: Stealth 47.1%, Adventure 17.6%, Cute 11.6%, Third Person 6.4%, Action 5.1%

Join Norah, a woman plagued by a mysterious illness, in her search for her missing husband in this adventure puzzle game set on a lush island paradise. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and unlock forbidden secrets in a moving tale of mystery and love.

Why similar: Adventure 25.1%, Atmospheric 22.6%, Narration 19.4%, Story Rich 12.7%, Indie 6.6%

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

Why similar: Adventure 52.2%, Fantasy 22.6%, Singleplayer 6.9%, Funny 6.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

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: Adventure 24.6%, Atmospheric 19.5%, Cute 18.2%, Fantasy 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Atmospheric 20.7%, Adventure 14.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Cute 11.1%, Open World 10.5%

Scare away all the invading Hoomanz! A stealth-adventure game packed with coziness and humour, featuring non-combat gameplay & family-friendly content. Play as Shoo, the mythical guardian of Planet Erf, with a hidden dual nature. Darkness is nature’s friend, light is its enemy.

Why similar: Stealth 44.5%, Cute 12.2%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Fantasy 9.2%, Adventure 7.1%

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: RPG 20.4%, Adventure 17.5%, Fantasy 16.4%, Action 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%