Games Like Gold Rush! Anniversary

The Oregon Trail is back in a beautiful blend of charming pixel art characters, 3D environments, and cutting-edge lighting and visual effects!

Why similar: Historical 44%, Western 21% ★, Adventure 10.3%, Third Person 9.8%, Exploration 9%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly mirrors the historical journey and survival management themes found in the Gold Rush era.

Join feeble Al Emmo on a journey into the heart of the Wild-West in search of love, adventure, and gold! A looming, thousand-year-old Aztec curse is bound to keep Al on his toes. Does redemption lie within the haunted depths of the Lost Dutchman's Mine? Find out in this Wild Western adventure game.

Why similar: Point & Click 38%, Western 25.9% ★, Adventure 17.2%, Indie 9.1%, Old School 4%

Why You'll Like It: This is a classic-style point-and-click adventure set in the American West with a similar humorous tone.

A thrilling Western adventure in the alternate 19th century world of Lamplight City! Embark on a harrowing journey across the frontier with Harley Leger and her ragtag posse, encountering bandits, rebels, visionaries, eccentrics, and many more friends and foes on your quest for fame and riches.

Why similar: Western 34.8% ★, Point & Click 32.1%, Third Person 10.9%, Adventure 9%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure set in the 19th-century West that emphasizes mystery and character-driven storytelling.

Set in Wild West, FESTER MUDD: CURSE OF THE GOLD is a three-part comic saga of exploration, reunion, and redemption...and a love letter to the classic adventure games of the 90s! Roused from a life of sloth to reunite with his long-lost brother in search of unimaginable riches, reluctant hero Fester Mudd somehow manages to be intrepid...

Why similar: Point & Click 44.9%, Western 38% ★, Adventure 14.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming point-and-click adventure that captures the spirit of the Wild West through puzzle-solving and narrative.

1849 is a city management game set during the California Gold Rush. Your task is to build towns, populate them with workers, and make sure that they are housed, fed, and entertained. You’ll have to manage and coordinate extensive production and trade networks to make sure your towns thrive.

Why similar: Western 31.3% ★, Historical 25.3%, Strategy 16%, Simulation 10.5%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This city-builder focuses on the economic development of California during the Gold Rush, matching the seed game's historical setting.

King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.7%, Adventure 30.3%, Singleplayer 5.7%, Retro 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This modern reimagining of a classic adventure series retains the puzzle-heavy gameplay and whimsical storytelling of the genre.

The gold rush continues! The story of the sequel came from the pen of the developers of the original game. Jake and Jerrod Wilson found the richest vein of gold in California’s Mother Lode! But in their home town it’s not always good. A gang, who Jake and Jerrod personally knew leads Brooklyn and the has become very powerful.

Why similar: Point & Click 16.8%, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Western 11.5% ★, Historical 9.6%, Strategy 8%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it continues the narrative and gameplay style established in the original Gold Rush! series.

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.

Why similar: Point & Click 73.4%, Adventure 22.2%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in narrative-driven point-and-click adventure that shares the high production values of the Anniversary edition.

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 75.4%, Adventure 17.7%, Singleplayer 3.6%, Retro 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An iconic adventure game that defined the point-and-click genre with its witty writing and clever puzzles.

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 65.5%, Adventure 20.5%, Singleplayer 4.8%, Third Person 3.7%, Retro 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy adventure game that features the same classic point-and-click feel and deep world-building.

Explore the dangerous life, the accurate historic events and contemporary inventions of the North American/US 19th century. Acquire one of the most legendary steam machines and transform it into a fortress on rails.

Why similar: Strategy 29.8%, Simulation 22.4%, Historical 20.6%, Western 19.7% ★, Indie 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A simulation and strategy game that captures the danger and logistics of travel in the American West.

The Man With The Hat Is Back In His Greatest Adventure Yet! 1939 - The eve of World War II. Nazi agents are about to get their hands on a weapon more dangerous than the atom bomb. Only Indy can stop them before they unleash the deadly secret that sank Atlantis.

Why similar: Point & Click 71.5%, Adventure 19.7%, Retro 2.9%, Singleplayer 2.8%, Action 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A historical adventure game that combines point-and-click mechanics with a globetrotting narrative.

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 60.2%, Adventure 25.5%, Casual 6.9%, Third Person 3.6%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric point-and-click puzzle adventure that focuses on a long-distance journey and exploration.

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 69%, Adventure 23.3%, Singleplayer 5.6%, Old School 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that excels in cinematic storytelling and traditional point-and-click interaction.

Conquer the New world: In the 16th Century, Spanish explorers and soldiers reached the shores of America. The search for gold, fame, and adventure drove these travelers into a treacherous wilderness where they faced hunger, disease, and dangerous predators. In their wake, the Aztec Empires lay in ruins.

Why similar: Historical 47.8%, Strategy 29.6%, Exploration 9.2%, Indie 8%, Adventure 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy game that emphasizes exploration, decision-making, and managing a group of travelers.

Be a pioneer and build the most famous transcontinental railroad tracks in the United States of America throughout the 19th century.

Why similar: Strategy 57%, Simulation 43%

Why You'll Like It: A management and strategy game focused on the expansion of the railroad in the American West.

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 73.1%, Adventure 17.7%, Retro 5%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A beloved classic that showcases the puzzle-solving depth and humor inherent in the point-and-click genre.

The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?

Why similar: Point & Click 76.8%, Adventure 13.5%, Retro 6.7%, Singleplayer 3%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a vibrant, classic adventure experience with a strong emphasis on exploration and dialogue.

Feel what it’s like to be a pioneer in South America! Discover the secrets of the jungle! Find riches and glory with Adelantado!

Why similar: Strategy 40.9%, Simulation 22.6%, Adventure 20.3%, Casual 16.3%

Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy and adventure game that follows an expedition into unknown lands.

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: Historical 43.8%, Adventure 19.4%, Exploration 13.5%, Indie 9.4%, Casual 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A historical mystery adventure that uses puzzle-solving to uncover secrets in a remote, atmospheric setting.

Unearth the fascinating story of Xi Niu together with three young archaeologists

Why similar: Strategy 40.4%, Adventure 23.4%, Casual 16.9%, Historical 15.7%, Simulation 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven adventure that combines historical elements with casual puzzle-solving mechanics.

Step into the role of a gold prospector during the Alaskan gold rush and build your own empire from scratch. Mine resources, refine different forms of gold, and upgrade your tools to increase efficiency. Explore diverse mines, survive the harsh climate, and complete engaging story and side quests!

Why similar: Historical 28.2%, Western 25.3% ★, Hunting 18.1% ★, Simulation 7.7%, Exploration 7.2%

Become a gold miner. Work hard, dig deep, explore the world, and you’ll become the wealthiest person in Alaska. Use a variety of specialist machines to find as much gold as you can.

Why similar: Simulation 52.2%, Singleplayer 13%, Indie 12.6%, Strategy 10.3%, Exploration 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic simulation of the gold mining process, appealing to those interested in the industry side of the Gold Rush.

Battleplan: American Civil War introduces you to fastplay wargaming, a new kind of strategy game experience. Take command of either Confederate or Union troops and fight your way through eleven of the American Civil War’s most famous battles.

Why similar: Strategy 37.8%, Historical 36.6%, Simulation 17.4%, Casual 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy game that captures the tactical challenges of the mid-19th century in America.

The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.

Why similar: Historical 28%, Strategy 24.6%, Simulation 23.7%, Adventure 15.2%, Retro 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy game that focuses on the challenges of settling and managing a new territory.

A classic arcade mining game where you dig for gold, collect treasure, dodge hazards, and upgrade your gear across multiple modes and levels.

Why similar: Western 48.2% ★, Strategy 18.7%, Casual 7.1%, Indie 5.7%, Simulation 5.5%

Join intrepid sailor and recent island castaway Mina as she explores the hidden secrets within the Jules Verne classic inspired Mysterious Island. Gather key articles left from the island’s previous inhabitants and combine them in unique and interesting ways to stay alive and stay hopeful for rescue.

Why similar: Point & Click 56.6%, Adventure 25.5%, Casual 11%, Exploration 5%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click survival adventure that requires players to manage resources and solve environmental puzzles.

In this simulation and adventure game, explore 19th-century Gold Rush California. Join Jim and Emma to build and manage your farm and city. Plant crops, raise animals, construct buildings, complete missions, uncover secrets, and collect treasures. Start your adventure now!

Why similar: Strategy 36.1%, Simulation 26.8%, Exploration 16.9%, Casual 15.6%, Adventure 2.8%

An asteroid the size of a small moon is on a crash course toward Earth. Once the wayward asteroid is nuked into a safe orbit, a trio conducts a routine examination of the rocky surface. What they uncover is anything but routine.

Why similar: Point & Click 73.4%, Adventure 20.1%, Singleplayer 4%, Retro 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click narrative adventure that focuses on exploration and problem-solving in a unique setting.

Long after the passing of the Second Shadow, when dragons ruled the twilight sky and the stars were bright and numerous, came the Age of the Great Guilds. Blacksmiths. Shepherds. Clerics. Each dedicated to the absolute control of secret knowledge. Another such Guild was the Weavers.

Why similar: Point & Click 70.6%, Adventure 22.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Retro 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, classic adventure game that prioritizes narrative and puzzle-solving over traditional inventory management.

Colonial Conquest is a conquest simulation set in the Victorian age of warfare and expansion of the late 1800's and early 1900's.

Why similar: Historical 39.3%, Grand Strategy 27.1% ★, Strategy 19.7%, Simulation 7.4%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A historical wargame that explores the themes of expansion and territory management in a 19th-century context.

A choose your adventure, resource management and decision-making game focused on Portuguese culture.

Why similar: Historical 27.5%, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Point & Click 17.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Exploration 6.7%

Gold Rush! takes you back to the year 1849, when gold was discovered in California. It was certainly one of the most exciting times in American history. Gold Rush! includes the three routes tens of thousands took to the gold regions. Become Jerrod Wilson and experience each trek as you travel from New York to California.

Why similar: Historical 25.3%, Western 15.7% ★, Point & Click 15.1%, Grand Strategy 9.2% ★, Third Person 7.2%

Feel the legendary 'Gold Fever' in sunny California!

Why similar: Strategy 61.3%, Casual 38.7%

A pyramid-building adventure of historic proportions!

Why similar: Historical 40.4%, Strategy 16.1%, Simulation 12%, Casual 6.5%, Adventure 6%

An Historical Point & Click Casual Adventure. Discover the extraordinary story of Marco Polo. Back from 25 years of traveling, the Venetian explorer began recounting his adventures.

Why similar: Historical 31.6%, Point & Click 25.6%, Adventure 18.4%, Casual 12.2%, Indie 12.2%

Take part in the famous "Rush for Gold" in Alaska!

Why similar: Strategy 77.6%, Casual 22.4%

Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!

Why similar: Strategy 27.4%, Simulation 20.6%, 2.5D 15.4%, Adventure 11.7%, Indie 9.6%

Gold, diamonds, and dynamite? That's right, you're a goldminer and it's your job to mine as much gold as you can and come out with the most money. Are you ready? Time to goldrush!

Why similar: Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 24.2%, Casual 20.9%, Indie 16.2%, Singleplayer 6.3%

Become the God of Harvest, explore the world of food and adventure, plant, trade, and spread deliciousness to create your own path to prosperity!

Why similar: Historical 49.7%, Simulation 14.5%, Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 9.8%, Casual 6%

In American Conquest, Players set sail from Europe to discover new world and conquer its innumerable riches.

Why similar: Historical 55.3%, Strategy 41.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Go on an exciting journey in the 14th century of Florence, an amazing city struck by a mysterious disease. The story is brimming with fascinating characters, historical events and captivating locations. History is yours to explore.

Why similar: Historical 35.9%, Point & Click 24.2%, Adventure 10.4%, Exploration 7.2%, Anime 7%

Conquer the Wild West. Explore the open world of a fictitious American Midwest and survive the harsh environment. Convince other settlers to join you and manage your ever-growing settlements. Build a home, take care of your farm and become a legend in Wild West Legacy.

Why similar: Western 48.7% ★, Visual Novel 20.5%, Simulation 14.7%, Adventure 10.7%, Singleplayer 5.4%

Welcome to a beautiful Adventure set in a unique interactive 3D world full of mysterious puzzles and Hidden Objects. Prepare for an unforgettable experience!

Why similar: Point & Click 55.4%, Adventure 20.1%, Casual 12.7%, Indie 11.9%

A few days ago, a bright meteor streak across of the sky, the golden light lit up the whole sky. The color of golden symbolizes wealth, power, strength, sacredness and happiness, has attracted countless adventurers, including you, on the adventurous journey for this reason...

Why similar: Strategy 54.6%, Adventure 42.8%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Build railways, manage traffic and stay accident-free. Play in Europe, America, Japan and USSR in 1830-2020. Complete the story mode from the Gold Rush of 1849 to the first manned spaceflight, and then explore the random mode. Management. Construction. Trains. Welcome to Train Valley!

Why similar: Strategy 33.6%, Simulation 24%, Indie 18.5%, Casual 14.1%, Singleplayer 9.8%

This is an idle game! You can randomly drop gold bags and gold when you idle! The value of gold depends on its weight! The heavier the weight, the rarer it is! Come and earn your first pot of gold in life!

Why similar: Simulation 27%, Strategy 23.6%, Casual 19.5%, Anime 16.4%, Singleplayer 13.6%

Navigate the competitive industrial landscape of vibrant 1980's USA! Make strategic manufacturing decisions, optimize production chains, acquire technologies, and expand your global business network with key contacts. Opportunities await those savvy enough to capitalize on them!

Why similar: Strategy 48.5%, Simulation 34.8%, Singleplayer 16.8%

Momentum-driven old school platformer with modern graphics & physics with a focus on exploration. Offers precision and on later levels a lot of speed. Each world brings new abilities & gameplay

Why similar: Adventure 35.5%, Action 26.6%, Indie 26.2%, Singleplayer 11.7%

Take a jaunt into the world of A Bumpy Ride, a cozy train-driving and exploration game! Inspired by railroading of the 19th century with a whimsical spin, you'll adventure around the open frontier in your trusty little train, picking up passengers and freight.

Why similar: Strategy 29.7%, Simulation 27.5%, Exploration 25.6%, Casual 17.2%

Prepare to experience the original man-on-the-run thriller in a completely new way! There are secrets to be discovered, locations to be explored and - above all - an incredible tale to be told in this ground-breaking interactive novel.

Why similar: Adventure 45.8%, Point & Click 33.2%, Indie 9.8%, Casual 8.2%, Singleplayer 2.9%

In this world, it’s all about the gold! Use it to build up a fantasy town, recruit heroes, give quests, raise a Godbeast, cast powerful spells, and expand your influence—all one gold coin at a time.

Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, Simulation 33.1%, Anime 19.7%

In Blackbay Asylum, you take on the role of a confused psychopath who finds himself able to leave his cell one day. Explore the hospital grounds, solve mind shattering puzzles, survive relentless horrors and follow the story of Doug Dunheiw as he tries to find some clarity in what goes on at Blackbay Asylum.

Why similar: Adventure 71.9%, Indie 28.1%

Have you always dreamed of searching for gold? Then start your own adventure now - alone or together with friends. Explore a huge map and dig for gold using a variety of methods, vehicles and wash plants.

Why similar: Simulation 26.3%, Adventure 14.2%, Third Person 13%, Indie 12.9%, Exploration 10.6%

Drill for oil like it's 1899! Turmoil offers players a visually charming, tongue-in-cheek take on the simulation genre inspired by the 19th century oil rush in North America.

Why similar: Historical 41.1%, Strategy 28.8%, Simulation 15.7%, Singleplayer 7.6%, Indie 6.7%

Pixel Puzzles 2: Birds is a traditional style jigsaw puzzle game, with crabs scurrying around so WATCH YOUR FINGERS!!!

Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Simulation 26.1%, Casual 23.7%, Indie 16.8%

Yet Another Hero Story is a medieval point-and-click adventure game set in a fantasy cartoon world. The game brings back fond memories from the golden years of the genre.

Why similar: Point & Click 38%, Adventure 17.3%, Casual 11.2%, Indie 11.2%, Third Person 9.7%

The Gold River Project™ is a camping trip gone wrong in the Pacific Northwest. Explore, craft, build, and survive in this open-world experiment that traps you and up to 4 friends in this single player or co-op survival adventure game.

Why similar: Third Person 24.7%, Exploration 20.3%, Adventure 19.2%, Simulation 18.3%, Indie 10.7%