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An exploration game about emotional ties that transcend even death. Riley is faced with a headstrong ghost, urging her on an adventure across atmospheric shores, uncovering the island's tragic secret. Choices in dialogue shape the bond between the two, ultimately deciding Riley's fate.

Reviews: Very Positive — 84% — of 220 reviews
Released: 2022-02-24
Developer: like Charlie
Publisher: Application Systems Heidelberg
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Walk as Lula, on the path you choose, as she journeys to discover the meaning of the Genie and fulfill her destiny.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 26.2%, Mystery 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Exploration 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.7%

  56. #56 Mutazione
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 1,391 reviews2019
    Dev: Die Gute FabrikPub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A mutant soap opera where small-town gossip meets the supernatural. Explore the Mutazione community as Kai as she cares for her ailing grandfather. Discover magical gardens, new friends & old secrets. They can survive an apocalyptic meteor strike, but can they survive their small-town drama?

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.1%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Mystery 11.1%, Story Rich 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.6%

  57. #57 Rocco's Island: Ring to End the Pain
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 98 reviews2022
    Dev: Cogoo
    Windows · Mac

    Join Evelyn on her quest to save a mysterious island in a puzzle-based atmospheric adventure with a story that spans across 30,000 years of time. Interact with fantastic characters to learn past secrets and transform the Four Elements’ kingdoms, leading up to an epic finale with shocking reveals.

    Why similar: Emotional 19.8%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Point & Click 13.7%, Exploration 13.5%, Story Rich 11.2%

  58. #58 The Forest Quartet
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 457 reviews2022
    Dev: Mads & FriendsPub: Bedtime Digital Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    The Forest Quartet is a puzzle adventure about a gone, but not forgotten, lead singer. Play her spirit and travel through 3 acts unique to the members of her band for a final farewell concert. Face their emotions, solve puzzles and fight the corruption plaguing their souls.

    Why similar: Mystery 16.7%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Story Rich 14.4%, Emotional 13%, Exploration 12.3%

  59. #59 Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 95 reviews2024
    Dev: Cellar Vault GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    Third Eye Open is a supernatural narrative adventure about a young girl coming of age. The game is set in a small Malaysian suburb which the player navigates to speak to friends, families, and ghosts. Various minigames immerse the player deeper into the protagonist's journey.

    Why similar: Emotional 20.9%, Story Rich 15.6%, Exploration 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Choices Matter 11.4%

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