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  1. #1 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
    97% matchVery Positive80% of 2,143 reviews2024
    Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

    Why similar: Steampunk 46.2%, Female Protagonist 18%, Exploration 7.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Combat 6.7%

  2. #2 Brassheart
    96% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: Hexy Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Brassheart is an adventure game set in the alternative 1920s, inspired by dieselpunk and the classics of the genre. In this world, you play as Pola, a spunky pilot. She follows the clues that may provide a way to save her father kidnapped by his own invention, a rebellious supermachine, Valkiria.

    Why similar: Steampunk 56.4%, Female Protagonist 24.3%, Adventure 10.1%, Story Rich 8%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  3. #3 Whirlwind Magician
    96% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2025
    Dev: Santi Ponce
    Windows

    Experience the tale of a cheerful girl and a grouchy talking hat in this charming Metroidvania, where every ability is hat-based! Throw the hat to attack enemies, teleport to him to make perilous leaps, and fly him through narrow tunnels of spikes as you escape a dangerous magic forest.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.3%, Action-Adventure 29.2%, Story Rich 12.8%, Action 8.8%, Fantasy 7.4%

  4. #4 FRACTALS OF DESTINY
    95% matchMostly Positive75% of 64 reviews2024
    Dev: KRAKATOA STUDIOS
    Windows

    FRACTALS OF DESTINY features new gameplay called Hybrid RPG, great visuals and epic story delivered by superhero female protagonist with unique combat style while exploring beautiful planets.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.6%, Action-Adventure 26%, 3D 12%, Fantasy 11.5%, Action 10.3%

  5. #5 Phoenotopia: Awakening
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,820 reviews2021
    Dev: Cape Cosmic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 29.1%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Fantasy 10.5%

  6. #6 Forgotton Anne
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 2,007 reviews2018
    Dev: Throughline Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

    Why similar: Steampunk 56.8%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Story Rich 9.4%, Fantasy 6.6%, Action 4%

  7. #7 Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 1,088 reviews2015
    Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Mastiff
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 34.1%, Exploration 22.7%, Action 13.6%, 3D 10.8%, Adventure 10.4%

  8. #8 Clockwork Sword
    92% matchMostly Positive76% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: Clockdrive Games
    Windows

    Slash, stab, and shoot your way through a multi-tiered museum filled with corrupted automata, customizing your weapon with the scraps of the fallen. Clockwork Sword is a thrilling isometric hack and slash, in which you utilize combinations of weapons and elements to conquer your foes.

    Why similar: Steampunk 60.2%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Combat 6.7%, Fantasy 5.4%, Action 5.3%

  9. #9 TEVI
    91% matchVery Positive89% of 3,880 reviews2023
    Dev: CreSpirit
    Windows
    Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

    Why similar: Steampunk 33.7%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Story Rich 7.8%, Exploration 5.5%

  10. #10 Eternal Strands
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 1,632 reviews2025
    Dev: Yellow Brick Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    A next-generation action experience where the elements obey you, the terrain bends to your will, and every victory is entirely your own.

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.3%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, Exploration 15.3%, Fantasy 8.3%, 3D 8.1%

  11. #11 En Garde!
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 4,631 reviews2023
    Dev: Fireplace Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    En Garde! – the swashbuckler action game! Battle graceless guards and nefarious noblemen in fast-paced fights full of spectacle. Use the environment, your wit and your blade to teach them all a lesson!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.5%, Action-Adventure 21.7%, Comedy 15.3%, Combat 8.5%, Action 7.8%

  12. #12 Syberia - Remastered
    89% matchMostly Positive72% of 756 reviews2025
    Dev: Virtuallyz GamingPub: Microids
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Rediscover the clockpunk universe of Benoît Sokal in this fully remastered version of the first Syberia game. Join Kate Walker and Oscar, a strange and charming automaton, in pursuit of the brilliant inventor Hans Voralberg, and embark on an adventure more immersive and poetic than ever.

    Why similar: Steampunk 45.8%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Exploration 12.4%, Comedy 6.6%, Story Rich 6.6%

  13. #13 Mystik Belle
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 224 reviews2015
    Dev: Last Dimension
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 67.9%, Adventure 16.8%, Action 15.3%

  14. #14 TOMOMI
    87% matchVery Positive98% of 258 reviews2022
    Dev: NUL2 STUDIO
    Windows

    Full of hilarious dialogue and comical encounters! A super exhilarating Metroidvania action game!!

    Why similar: Comedy 40.8%, Action 37%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Singleplayer 1%

  15. #15 GIGA WRECKER
    88% matchMostly Positive76% of 780 reviews2017
    Dev: GAME FREAK inc.Pub: Rising Star Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Become more than human and save mankind from total annihilation! From legendary developer Game Freak comes an action adventure like no other - manipulate the world around you and smash the evil Ajeet to smithereens!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 62.2%, Action 21.8%, Adventure 16%

  16. #16 Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 1,941 reviews2016
    Dev: Troika GamesPub: Activision
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Imagine a place of wonder, where magick and technology coexist in an uneasy balance, and an adventurer might just as easily wield a flintlock pistol as a flaming sword. Welcome to the land of Arcanum.

    Why similar: Steampunk 76.9%, Story Rich 10.2%, Fantasy 6.6%, Female Protagonist 3.6%, Adventure 1.8%

  17. #17 Jenny LeClue - Detectivu
    85% matchVery Positive87% of 1,363 reviews2019
    Dev: Mografi
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 42%, Exploration 22.2%, Story Rich 16.4%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 9.5%

  18. #18 Adventures of Bertram Fiddle 1: A Dreadly Business
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 519 reviews2015
    Dev: RumpusPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    A classic point and click adventure game, featuring weird and wonderful characters, beautiful animation and a fantastic soundtrack. "It is quite possibly one of the finest point-and-click comedy murder mystery adventure games set in Victorian London you will play today" - Bertram Fiddle

    Why similar: Comedy 44%, Adventure 34.1%, Story Rich 19.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%

  19. #19 Epistory - Typing Chronicles
    84% matchVery Positive95% of 6,774 reviews2016
    Dev: Fishing Cactus
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.3%, Exploration 19.7%, Story Rich 13.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Adventure 8.9%

  20. #20 HunterX
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 49.8%, Exploration 14.5%, Action 14%, Adventure 9.7%, 3D 6.5%

  21. #21 MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2026
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows

    Enroll in the Ancient Magic Academy and become a Great Mage in this charming dungeon-crawling RPG!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.7%, Action-Adventure 29.5%, Action 9.8%, Comedy 9.7%, Combat 6.5%

  22. #22 Modern Tales: Age of Invention
    83% matchVery Positive91% of 269 reviews2017
    Dev: Orchid GamesPub: Artifex Mundi
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Foil the plan for world domination!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.6%, Steampunk 30.4%, Adventure 12.4%, Story Rich 9.7%, Fantasy 7.2%

  23. #23 The Legend of Dark Witch
    82% matchMostly Positive73% of 262 reviews2015
    Dev: INSIDE SYSTEM
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    -A magical world beautifully depicted through in-game graphics. -Diverse levels that provide a fair challenge. -Additional bonuses that reward those who replay the game. -3 difficulty modes.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 52.2%, Action 31.2%, Adventure 16.6%

  24. #24 The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles
    78% matchVery Positive86% of 275 reviews2025
    Dev: Fix-a-Bug
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 27%, Exploration 19.2%, Story Rich 14.4%, Fantasy 12.4%, Combat 9.7%

  25. #25 Girlfriend Rescue
    82% matchVery Positive85% of 232 reviews2015
    Dev: Aldorlea Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Girlfriend Rescue is a thrilling adventure where the gameplay of "Dragon Quest" meets the atmosphere of "Streets of Rage". Innovative, mixing rogue-style RPG and Beat'em Up atmosphere in a unique way, this game features a great deal of strategy through a mix of character selection & creative skills.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 54.1%, Exploration 29.6%, Top-Down 7.3%, Adventure 6.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%

  26. #26 Cally's Caves 3
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 553 reviews2016
    Dev: VDO Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Cally's parents have been abducted, as her arch-enemy Herbert has taken control of the Caves to perform his evil experiments. Join Cally and her friends in this action-packed run and gun platformer, conquering insane bosses, exploring to find secrets, and levelling up EVERYTHING.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 68.5%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 12.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  27. #27 Sect-Machina
    79% matchMixed60% of 300 reviews2023
    Dev: Skelecrew Games
    Windows

    Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 35.1%, Exploration 21%, Action 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Adventure 10.8%

  28. #28 Apex Heroines
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 136 reviews2024
    Dev: XIAOXIAO STUDIOPub: Wise Games
    Windows

    Apex Heroines is a 3D light sci-fi action game that focuses on fast-paced and exhilarating battles, with multiple roles to choose from, beautiful fashions, and a variety of styles to create as you wish, so not only does it look great, but it's even better to play!

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 46.5%, Action 18.1%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, 3D 12.3%, Combat 5.3%

  29. #29 The Marvellous Miss Take
    79% matchVery Positive80% of 323 reviews2014
    Dev: Wonderstruck
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    The stealth genre gets turned on its head in The Marvellous Miss Take – the only heist adventure that invites you to steal with style! Use cunning, guile and the art of deception to grab the loot and escape without getting caught by the guards!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 76.1%, Action 22.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  30. #30 Giraffe and Annika
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 350 reviews2020
    Dev: atelier miminaPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 57.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Lovable, cat-eared Annika sets off on a grand quest on the Island of Spica! 3D adventure & rhythm action genres mesh in the lush, pastoral and beautiful manga-inspired world of Giraffe and Annika!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.6%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Exploration 13.1%, Comedy 9.8%, Fantasy 9%

  31. #31 Lili: Child of Geos - Complete Edition
    78% matchVery Positive86% of 977 reviews2014
    Dev: BitMonster, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Lili is a quirky adventure RPG hybrid with stunning visuals, silky-smooth graphics, a cinematic story-line, and a fresh new way to deal with enemies.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 65%, Adventure 18.3%, Fantasy 8.9%, Exploration 5.7%, Singleplayer 2%

  32. #32 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
    76% matchVery Positive90% of 2,423 reviews2016
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.5%, Action-Adventure 21.6%, Comedy 13.8%, Action 9.3%, Fantasy 9.2%

  33. #33 Beyond Good & Evil - 20th Anniversary Edition
    73% matchVery Positive82% of 1,393 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    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: Action-Adventure 27.5%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, Exploration 16.7%, Action 13.7%, Adventure 10%

  34. #34 Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,060 reviews2024
    Dev: Seedy Eye SoftwarePub: Limited Run Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.3%, Action-Adventure 22.9%, Exploration 17.2%, Story Rich 8.8%, Comedy 8.5%

  35. #35 Null & Peta -Invasion of the Queen Bug-
    75% matchMostly Positive74% of 112 reviews2020
    Dev: TOKYOTOONPub: Shiravune
    Windows

    The crazy comedy anime Null & Peta has been reborn as a thumb-threatening action adventure! Featuring sisterly cooperation, gorgeous event CGs—and plenty of secrets to explore!?

    Why similar: Action 50.8%, Action-Adventure 23.7%, Exploration 17.1%, Adventure 6.5%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  36. #36 Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition
    75% matchVery Positive92% of 249 reviews2015
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Enter the mechanical shape-shifting, dimension switching world of the award winning, high octane action-puzzle-platformer Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition, and blow crime away.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 76.1%, Action 21.9%, Singleplayer 2%

  37. #37 Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 1,689 reviews2014
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 71.8%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 6.8%, Fantasy 4.3%, Comedy 2.7%

  38. #38 Iron Danger
    74% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,007 reviews2020
    Dev: Action Squad StudiosPub: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games.

    Why similar: Steampunk 43.4%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Story Rich 6.3%, 3D 5.9%

  39. #39 The Musketeers: Victoria's Quest
    76% matchMixed65% of 66 reviews2015
    Dev: New Bridge GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Guide a young woman on her quest to become a musketeer in this thrilling arcade adventure! With lush visuals, a captivating story, and addictive time management gameplay, The Musketeers: Victoria's Quest offers an unforgettable saga of high adventure!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 63.9%, Adventure 36.1%

  40. #40 SteamWorld Heist
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 6,167 reviews2016
    Dev: Image & Form Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!

    Why similar: Steampunk 73.5%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Action 5.6%, Adventure 4.4%, Comedy 2.6%

  41. #41 Dungeons of Hinterberg
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,159 reviews2024
    Dev: Microbird GamesPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Discover the magic and lore of the Alps in this acclaimed Action Adventure. Forge relationships with locals to help you solve puzzles, battle monsters and uncover secrets of the legendary Dungeons of Hinterberg!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.6%, Action-Adventure 21.8%, Exploration 16.6%, Story Rich 9.8%, 3D 9%

  42. #42 Under The Island
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 459 reviews2026
    Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows

    Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.7%, Exploration 22.1%, Comedy 15.1%, Fantasy 9.3%, Adventure 6.5%

  43. #43 Pendula Swing - The Complete Journey
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 65 reviews2020
    Dev: Valiant Game Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a memorable 1920s fantasy world where you interact with, befriend and romance hundreds of characters with unique quests, as an already rich and famous heroine.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 59.2%, Story Rich 23.9%, Adventure 14%, Singleplayer 3%

  44. #44 Suzy Cube
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 439 reviews2018
    Dev: NorthernBytes SoftwarePub: Noodlecake
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    3-D platforming perfection full of variety, peril and smiles around every corner!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 41.7%, Exploration 19.8%, Action 15.4%, Adventure 13%, 3D 7.7%

  45. #45 The Knight Witch
    71% matchMostly Positive72% of 924 reviews2022
    Dev: Super Mega TeamPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    The Knight Witch is a metroidvania adventure game with fast-paced, shoot 'em up combat set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Cast devastating card-based spells, forge close bonds, and make moral choices all in your quest to save your home and discover who's behind the War Golem invasion.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.8%, Action-Adventure 19.8%, Exploration 17.3%, Story Rich 12.6%, Action 7.2%

  46. #46 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,989 reviews2020
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 67%, Adventure 10.2%, Comedy 7.4%, Exploration 6.3%, Action 4.1%

  47. #47 Growbot
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 203 reviews2021
    Dev: Wabisabi PlayPub: Application Systems Heidelberg
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    An adventure about a robot saving her home from a dark crystalline force. Set upon a biopunk space station bursting with fantastic plants and aliens.

    Why similar: Adventure 32.6%, Female Protagonist 29.7%, Story Rich 20.6%, Exploration 14.3%, Singleplayer 2.8%

  48. #48 Squidlit
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 441 reviews2018
    Dev: Squidlit Ink.
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    Every day is a wonderful day for invertebrates! Come join the Squidlits of Blipston for a squishy adventure of spoopy castles, muffins, and wiggles! Made with classic handheld technology in mind, Squidlit strives to be the closest modern recreation of GameBoy game-design methods on the market.

    Why similar: Action 29.5%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Adventure 23.5%, Comedy 19%, Singleplayer 2.3%

  49. #49 Effie
    71% matchMostly Positive75% of 467 reviews2020
    Dev: Inverge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games!

    Why similar: Comedy 27.7%, Story Rich 27.3%, Fantasy 25.7%, Adventure 16.3%, Singleplayer 3.1%

  50. #50 Psycutlery
    66% matchVery Positive100% of 109 reviews2025
    Dev: Skye JunePub: FreakZone Games
    Windows

    Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 39%, Action-Adventure 32.4%, Story Rich 12.5%, Action 9%, Adventure 7.1%

  51. #51 CrossCode
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 17,943 reviews2018
    Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 51.2%, Action-Adventure 19%, Story Rich 13.5%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 6.6%

  52. #52 Inheritance: Ladeina's Path
    70% matchMixed62% of 174 reviews2022
    Dev: Kinky Lemur Games
    Windows

    An adult action adventure with exploration and a rich story.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.9%, Exploration 14.5%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Combat 8.9%, Fantasy 8.9%

  53. #53 Freedom Planet
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,869 reviews2014
    Dev: GalaxyTrail
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 66.5%, Action 19.4%, Adventure 6.5%, Story Rich 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  54. #54 Nancy Drew®: Sea of Darkness
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 225 reviews2017
    Dev: HeR Interactive
    Windows

    Set a Course for Danger and Discovery!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 39.9%, Adventure 22.2%, Exploration 20.1%, Story Rich 17.9%

  55. #55 Alice Escaped!
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 330 reviews2023
    Dev: illuCalabPub: Sekai Project
    Windows

    Explore the stylish world of Wonderland with Usada and Kotora as they search for a mysterious girl named Alice! A Metroidvania action game with a rich, exhilarating battle system all wrapped up in cuteness!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.7%, Action-Adventure 23.6%, Story Rich 12.3%, Fantasy 9.8%, Combat 9.5%

  56. #56 The Longest Journey
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 2,139 reviews2007
    Dev: Funcom
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%

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

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 48.3%, Story Rich 21%, Adventure 16.6%, Fantasy 10.3%, Comedy 2.5%

  57. #57 Witch Play House
    64% matchVery Positive83% of 103 reviews2026
    Dev: 一朵一朵Pub: 糕薯科技
    Windows

    Witch Play House is an unconventional fantasy collection-adventure game that seamlessly blends exhilarating monster-slaying action with a deep collection system. The game features a unique "aesthetic of feet" theme, creating a mysterious world brimming with whimsical imagination.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 28%, Drama 21.8%, Action 20.8%, Adventure 18.2%, Story Rich 9.9%

  58. #58 Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: Turkey GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
    Windows

    Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 48.5%, Exploration 34.4%, Action 11.2%, Fantasy 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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