Games Like Ghost of a Tale

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 21.9%, Atmospheric 16%, Cute 14.8%, Adventure 14.4%, Third Person 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like Tilo, you play as a small, vulnerable creature navigating a dangerous world with a heavy emphasis on exploration and atmosphere.

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 15.5%, Adventure 10.5%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven adventure that relies heavily on stealth and environmental puzzles within a dark, medieval world.

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 18.4%, Adventure 16.5%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Fantasy 12.8%, RPG 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a small animal protagonist in a gritty, medieval fantasy setting with challenging action-RPG combat.

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 16.3%, RPG 15.7%, Fantasy 14.6%, Exploration 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A small protagonist explores a mysterious, interconnected world that rewards curiosity and strategic combat.

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 54.5%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Third Person 7.8%, Fantasy 7.4%, Adventure 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the core stealth mechanics and vertical exploration found in Ghost of a Tale, featuring a small, cunning protagonist.

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 37.8%, Atmospheric 19.1%, Adventure 14%, Third Person 6.1%, Story Rich 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the feeling of being a small, defenseless protagonist sneaking through a threatening, oversized environment.

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 22.2%, Third Person 18.5%, Fantasy 18.3%, Atmospheric 18.3%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a cute, stylized aesthetic with deep exploration and action-adventure gameplay in a lush fantasy setting.

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

Why similar: Stealth 30.7%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Open World 11.9%, RPG 10.9%, Cute 10%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, stylized adventure that emphasizes exploration and stealthy avoidance of enemies in a beautiful 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: Atmospheric 22.1%, Adventure 21.1%, Fantasy 13%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Open World 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric adventure game that relies on exploration and environmental puzzles to tell a wordless, emotional story.

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 37.4%, Adventure 17.9%, Atmospheric 17.3%, Story Rich 6.5%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the stealth and atmospheric tension of the first game with even more intricate environmental storytelling.

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 29.2%, Open World 17.2%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Singleplayer 6.7%, Indie 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A wordless, atmospheric adventure that focuses on environmental puzzles and exploration in a ruined, mysterious world.

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 17.5%, Third Person 10.6%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic, fairy-tale inspired adventure that features unique mechanics and a distinct, atmospheric art style.

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 30.2%, Atmospheric 28.4%, Action 10.6%, Cute 9%, Singleplayer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a tiny creature made of yarn, navigating beautiful, natural environments that emphasize scale and 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 25.1%, Atmospheric 19.4%, Fantasy 18.1%, Adventure 13.2%, Story Rich 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puppet-themed, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that tells a compelling, fairy-tale inspired story.

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 46.8%, Adventure 17.9%, Cute 11.6%, Third Person 6.5%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a cute, stylized aesthetic and stealth-based action gameplay that feels very similar to the lighthearted side of Ghost of a Tale.

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 19.6%, Open World 16.3%, Adventure 16.1%, Fantasy 16%, Funny 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a cute animal protagonist in a vibrant world, focusing on exploration and light combat.

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 45.2%, Fantasy 15.8%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Indie 7.4%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A whimsical, fantasy-rich adventure that captures the magical, storybook feel of Ghost of a Tale.

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 27.2%, Adventure 24.1%, Story Rich 13%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Singleplayer 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a human turned into a tiny insect, providing a unique perspective on a world that feels massive and dangerous.

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 19.4%, Third Person 18.4%, Adventure 14.7%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn, atmospheric adventure that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving with a distinct, cute aesthetic.

Aragami is a third person stealth game that casts you as an undead assassin with the power to control the shadows. Teleport to any shadow, become invisible, materialize weapons or even summon a shadow dragon to infiltrate the enemy ranks and dispose of your targets.

Why similar: Stealth 70.7%, Adventure 7.1%, Third Person 6.4%, Atmospheric 4.4%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A pure stealth game that emphasizes shadows and cunning, much like the core gameplay loop of Tilo's journey.

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 24.2%, Cute 18.2%, Atmospheric 18.1%, Fantasy 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a small animal in a beautifully hand-drawn world, using environmental manipulation to progress.

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 23.1%, Third Person 19.8%, Funny 17.6%, Story Rich 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly imaginative world and a charming protagonist, focusing on platforming and narrative depth.

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 38.4%, Adventure 27.3%, Story Rich 18.3%, Exploration 9.5%, Puzzle 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy adventure featuring anthropomorphic animals in a detailed, atmospheric world.

NIGHT IN THE WOODS is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet and lots to do across a lush, vibrant world.

Why similar: Atmospheric 28.7%, Adventure 25.5%, Funny 16.6%, Story Rich 15.8%, Singleplayer 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more dialogue-heavy, it captures the same cozy yet slightly melancholic atmosphere of exploring a detailed world.

When you cut ties to the past, new bonds form. Build relationships with other Yarnys in local co-op or as a single player, fostering friendship and support as you journey together.

Why similar: Adventure 31.4%, Cute 25.7%, Atmospheric 18.1%, Puzzle 8.2%, Singleplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Builds on the original's exploration mechanics with a focus on cooperation and navigating a world from a tiny perspective.

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

Why similar: Adventure 21.9%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Open World 12.1%, Story Rich 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game with a beautiful, stylized art direction and a strong emphasis on exploration and fantasy lore.

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 25.9%, Atmospheric 20.5%, Adventure 19%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, fantasy-themed puzzle-platformer that emphasizes environmental interaction and character-specific abilities.

PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.

Why similar: Adventure 63.5%, Cute 20.8%, Singleplayer 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.4%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, high-quality platformer that focuses on exploration and character customization in a vibrant, tactile world.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Cute 23.5%, Third Person 16.1%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Fantasy 15.4%, Adventure 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that features a small, mysterious protagonist and a dark, atmospheric world to explore.

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 38%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Open World 10.2%, Adventure 9.1%, Third Person 9%

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 9.6%, Third Person 8.8%, Adventure 7.6%, Fantasy 6%

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: Cute 18.8%, Third Person 16.5%, Fantasy 14.6%, Atmospheric 14.3%, Adventure 12.3%

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 24.7%, Atmospheric 19.1%, Third Person 19%, Adventure 18.5%, Action 5.6%

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 20%, Third Person 17.4%, Cute 16.2%, Adventure 13%, Animals 12.1% ★

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 14%, Third Person 13.4%, Adventure 11.6%, Fantasy 10.9%, RPG 10.9%

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 57.9%, Atmospheric 15%, Adventure 14%, Indie 4.5%, Singleplayer 3.8%

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 36.1%, Atmospheric 10.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Open World 9.2%, Third Person 6.9%

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%, Adventure 18.8%, RPG 18.6%, Open World 12.9%, Fantasy 8.7%

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%, Medieval 12.2%, Adventure 9%, Third Person 7%, Atmospheric 5.1%

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 49.5%, Adventure 14.1%, Third Person 9.9%, Story Rich 5.6%, Fantasy 5.6%

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 15.8%, Cute 15.6%, Adventure 15.2%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Animals 10.2% ★

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 7.7%, Third Person 4.7%, Fantasy 3.7%, Medieval 3.6%

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 17.3%, Atmospheric 16.9%, Open World 16.4%, Adventure 14.5%, RPG 14.3%

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 25.5%, Adventure 22.5%, Third Person 19.3%, Fantasy 11.4%, Story Rich 7.6%

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 44.4%, Cute 12.3%, Atmospheric 10.5%, Fantasy 9.1%, Adventure 7.3%

A classic point-and-click puzzle adventure with RPG elements. A skilled rogue takes on a Guild mission and is drawn into trouble and conspiracy. Explore, combine items, deduce clues, and fight through a charming hand-drawn fantasy full of humor, surprises, and heart.

Why similar: Adventure 27.7%, RPG 25.7%, Medieval 13.7%, Cute 13.1%, Fantasy 10%

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 22.2%, RPG 19%, Action RPG 8.2%, Action 7.7%

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 77.6%, RPG 7.1%, Fantasy 5.2%, Action 2%, Indie 2%

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: Atmospheric 17%, Fantasy 14.1%, Cute 13.7%, Third Person 13.6%, Adventure 13%

Explore an amazing fantasy world as a magical cat! Team up with your cat crew, climb castle walls, blast magic, and hunt the six lost crown pieces to save the kingdom.

Why similar: Open World 29.2%, Fantasy 27.4%, Funny 20.1%, Action RPG 12.3%, Exploration 6.3%

A stealth-based survival thriller where you play as an experimental rat trapped in a laboratory. Hide, observe, and use the environment to escape without being detected.

Why similar: Stealth 68.4%, Cute 11.4%, Third Person 8.7%, Puzzle 3.6%, Indie 2.9%

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 43.8%, Story Rich 17.1%, Singleplayer 12.6%, Horror 8.2%, Indie 7.4%

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 74.1%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Medieval 4.8%, Fantasy 4.1%, Adventure 2.6%

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 21.8%, Atmospheric 19.7%, Adventure 18.4%, Fantasy 16%, Story Rich 8.4%

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 28.5%, Atmospheric 23.1%, Adventure 16.8%, Action 11.6%, Cute 7.4%

Kristala is a dark fantasy ARPG featuring challenging combat, fluid parkour, and deep exploration. Master the ancient magic of the Sacred Six Kristals and uncover the source of a mysterious curse in a thrilling, story-driven adventure.

Why similar: Stealth 47.1%, Fantasy 13.3%, RPG 10.4%, Third Person 9.9%, Story Rich 5.5%

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: Atmospheric 15.6%, Cute 14.8%, Fantasy 14.8%, Adventure 13.2%, Funny 9.6%

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 20.2%, Adventure 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 14%, Cute 11.1%, Open World 10.7%

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 20.3%, Adventure 17.9%, Fantasy 16.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Action 8.3%

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 20.4%, RPG 17%, Cute 16.4%, Story Rich 10.2%, Adventure 8.3%