Games Like Goodbye Deponia

With this long-expected sequel to the critically highly acclaimed and lavishly praised Deponia, the player enters round two. Chaos on Deponia turns out to be even wackier than its predecessor and instantly puts the player under its spell.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.2%, Comedy 25.8%, Adventure 14.3%, Puzzle 4.1%, Escape Room 4% ★

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel to the original, it continues the chaotic narrative and puzzle-solving mechanics that define the series.

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.9%, Comedy 24%, Adventure 13%, Puzzle 4.8%, Escape Room 3.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: The starting point of the trilogy establishes the unique world, humor, and inventory-based puzzle style found in Goodbye Deponia.

Can you change Deponia's fate? Do you have what it takes to change Rufus' past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet? Fight time itself in this action-packed, platypus-tastic and insanely hilarious story.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.2%, Comedy 23.4%, Adventure 15.5%, Puzzle 4%, Funny 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This entry expands on the series' time-travel themes and signature comedic tone with even more elaborate puzzle scenarios.

Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.9%, Adventure 28.5%, Comedy 18.5%, Puzzle 4.4%, Funny 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the definitive experience of the entire Deponia saga, perfect for those who want the full story.

From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.

Why similar: Point & Click 51%, Comedy 17.3%, Adventure 14.8%, Puzzle 2.9%, Escape Room 2.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, this game features the same distinct hand-drawn aesthetic and dark, quirky humor.

Edna & Harvey are back! The award-winning adventure with high resolution visuals, new technology, intuitive controls – Experience this quirky cult classic with Edna & Harvey anew, but better than ever before!

Why similar: Adventure 37.8%, Point & Click 30.2%, Comedy 17.6%, Indie 9.2%, Puzzle 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This classic adventure from Daedalic Entertainment shares the same eccentric character writing and puzzle-solving spirit.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 47.8%, Comedy 21.9%, Adventure 17.2%, Puzzle 2.5%, Cult Classic 2.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the lighthearted, comedy-adventure feel with a fantasy setting and classic point-and-click mechanics.

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: Point & Click 53.3%, Adventure 21.9%, Cult Classic 4.6% ★, Escape Room 3.9% ★, Classic 3.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: Another beautiful Daedalic title that features a whimsical world and the same high-quality hand-drawn art style.

Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.6%, Comedy 22.8%, Adventure 12.2%, Funny 5.5%, Puzzle 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern return to the legendary series that retains the classic charm, humor, and clever puzzle design of the originals.

Enjoy a thrilling and hilarious point-and-click adventure in the fantasy world of Aventasia

Why similar: Point & Click 56.2%, Comedy 21.9%, Adventure 18.9%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming prequel that maintains the humor and puzzle-solving depth of the main series.

Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.9%, Comedy 20.5%, Adventure 14%, Classic 5.7% ★, Puzzle 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational classic of the genre that set the standard for the witty, puzzle-filled comedy adventures that inspired Deponia.

Memoria is a classic memory matching game designed for Windows 3.1. Players are presented with a grid of face-down tiles, each holding a pictogram. The Objective is to find all matching pairs by flipping two tiles at a time.

Why similar: Indie 44.1%, Singleplayer 32%, 2D 23.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game showcases Daedalic's ability to craft deep, story-rich adventures with complex puzzles and a strong fantasy setting.

Can you save Silence, the grim, but also serene world between life and death? Can you help Noah find his little sister Renie in this suffering world? Can you bring her home? Explore Silence and join the siblings on their adventurous journey.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.8%, Adventure 28.1%, Story Rich 4.2%, Puzzle 2.5%, Great Soundtrack 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning adventure from the same developers that emphasizes emotional storytelling and beautiful, hand-painted environments.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.9%, Adventure 16.6%, Comedy 13.1%, Puzzle 4.4%, Funny 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Created by genre legends, this game offers a nostalgic yet modern take on the classic point-and-click formula with plenty of humor.

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 45%, Comedy 16.7%, Adventure 12.3%, Classic 7.3% ★, Cult Classic 5.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: This game is a masterclass in time-travel puzzles and slapstick humor, heavily influencing the design of modern adventure games.

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 36.1%, Comedy 21.1%, Adventure 12.7%, Classic 7.7% ★, Cult Classic 7.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: A narrative masterpiece that balances a unique, stylized world with clever puzzles and a memorable, witty script.

An open-and-shut case of petty vandalism balloons into a far-flung mind-control conspiracy involving former child stars, the media, the mafia, the government, the internet, and the bright side of the moon. Telltale's episodic classic, lovingly remastered by members of the original development team.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.3%, Comedy 24.9%, Adventure 15.4%, Puzzle 6.9%, Funny 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: An iconic comedy adventure that relies on absurd humor and creative puzzle-solving to drive the narrative forward.

When the fate of a world hangs in the balance, an unusual hero arises! The visually impressive adventure-epic The Whispered World is now available as a Special Edition for the first time. Let the Whispered World enchant you with its many animated details and fantastic characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.2%, Adventure 23%, Comedy 5.4%, Puzzle 5.4%, Escape Room 5% ★

Why You'll Like It: A melancholic yet beautiful adventure from Daedalic that highlights their strength in creating emotionally resonant, hand-drawn worlds.

The Inner World – A 2D-Point’n’Click Adventure Together with the help of the mysterious thief Laura, his best intentions and no clue whatsoever, Robert sets off on his adventure to discover the secret of the wind's disappearance. Will the young adventurer be able to save his world?

Why similar: Point & Click 54.8%, Adventure 21.7%, Comedy 7.7%, Puzzle 5.1%, Classic 2.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique hand-drawn world and a quirky protagonist that will appeal to fans of Rufus's chaotic adventures.

Kelvin and the Infamous Machine is a hilarious point-and-click adventure in which you stumble irresponsibly through history to help legendary geniuses complete their masterworks!

Why similar: Point & Click 35%, Comedy 26.3%, Adventure 11.6%, Puzzle 6.5%, Funny 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious time-travel adventure that mirrors the slapstick comedy and inventory-based puzzle style of the Deponia series.

A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.8%, Comedy 17.2%, Adventure 14.6%, Funny 4.1%, Story Rich 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This hand-drawn adventure features a charming art style and a dual-narrative structure that feels right at home for fans of story-rich adventures.

A kleptomaniac, a sociopath and a horrible friend. Randal is potentially one of the most scurrile protagonists since the invention of the hoverboard. Randal's Monday is a crazy space-time odyssey in classic adventure design, spiced up with countless geek culture references of the last 30 years.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.8%, Comedy 25%, Adventure 12.3%, Funny 5.5%, Puzzle 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game is a love letter to geek culture, featuring a cynical protagonist and a series of increasingly chaotic, puzzle-filled days.

Paradigm is a surreal adventure game set in the strange and post apocalyptic Eastern European country of Krusz. Play as the handsome mutant, Paradigm, whose past comes back to haunt him in the form of a genetically engineered sloth that vomits candy.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.4%, Comedy 25.2%, Adventure 16%, Funny 6.6%, Indie 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and absurd adventure game that leans heavily into bizarre humor and unconventional puzzle design.

Runaway: A Twist of Fate is the adventure game of the year! Featuring a production worthy of a big 2D animated movie, Runaway follows a story full of twists and turns, and packed with comical highlights. All in all, you will be confronted with more than 200 mysteries and puzzles to keep your brain running through a big adventure that you...

Why similar: Point & Click 67%, Adventure 25.4%, Puzzle 4.4%, Story Rich 2.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: A polished adventure game that focuses on a strong narrative and classic inventory-based puzzle challenges.

Inspired by the great ‘90s classics such as 'Monkey Island', 'Day of the Tentacle', 'Tony Tough' and 'Sam & Max: Hit the Road', "The Wardrobe" has a strong sense of humour, but isn't shy about dealing with mature and non-politically correct themes.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.4%, Comedy 27.1%, Adventure 12.8%, Hand-drawn 4.6%, Cult Classic 4.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-focused point-and-click game that is packed with pop-culture references and classic adventure tropes.

Discover a dark family secret and rid a young girl of her nightmares in this splendidly British point & click comedy adventure. Playing as sharp-witted Lucy, explore both dreams and reality to meet all the colourful characters who'll help you solve puzzles, gather clues and find a murderer.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.4%, Comedy 27.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Funny 8%, Puzzle 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure that excels at dry, British humor and intricate, dream-logic puzzles.

The final chapter of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.6%, Comedy 22.8%, Adventure 22%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%, Indie 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, Afro-Caribbean inspired adventure that combines a great soundtrack with classic point-and-click puzzle mechanics.

Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Why similar: Point & Click 49.8%, Adventure 11.5%, Puzzle 10.2%, Steampunk 8.9% ★, Hand-drawn 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-heavy adventure relies on visual storytelling and clever environmental interaction, much like the best moments in Deponia.

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: Point & Click 46.6%, Comedy 24.4%, Adventure 17.3%, Funny 5.1%, Indie 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, snappy, and very funny adventure that captures the spirit of classic British comedy in a point-and-click format.

Detective Gallo is a point&click comic-noir adventure that is entirely hand-illustrated and hand-animated, and whose protagonist is a feathered and grumpy private eye struggling with a very tricky case, bizarre characters, and puzzles that will put his insight and patience to the test.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.1%, Comedy 26.7%, Adventure 23.2%

Why You'll Like It: A noir-inspired comedy adventure that features a grumpy, cynical protagonist and a distinct, hand-drawn art style.

The award-winning debut adventure game from the creators of Deponia and The Whispered World now on Steam. Accompany young Edna and her talking stuffed bunny Harvey on a whacky attempt to escape from her padded cell. Experience a bizarre journey all across the insane asylum and far beyond its brick walls.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.4%, Comedy 22.4%, Adventure 13.4%, Funny 4.8%, Escape Room 3.6% ★

GOBLiiiNS5 - The Invasion of the Morglotons Point'nClick adventure game in 2d. French and english version. 16 great levels full of puzzles, characters and humor.

Why similar: Point & Click 41%, Comedy 24.3%, Adventure 19.5%, Funny 5.7%, Hand-drawn 5%

The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!

Why similar: Point & Click 66.9%, Adventure 23%, Cult Classic 3.5% ★, Puzzle 3.5%, Classic 2.8% ★

Enjoy an adventurous vacation to a 1960's parallel universe! A Sci-Fi-Mystery Adventure Game with handmade scenery.

Why similar: Point & Click 49.4%, Adventure 27.1%, Puzzle 5%, Indie 3.7%, Story Rich 3.5%

Nuclear war, post apocalypse, barren and lifeless wastelands.Lifeless? Not so much!Mutated insects have made their home in a bomb shelter and they're set on exploring the world.Let this point&click adventure welcome you to a hilariously bizarre end time world and join the roaches Jim and Bud on their journey to the surface.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.9%, Adventure 23.3%, Comedy 18%, Puzzle 6.4%, Indie 4%

McPixel 3 is a mind-blowing save-the-day adventure that sees the titular wanna-be hero avert one disaster after another at every turn using unconventional yet entertaining methods of mayhem.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.1%, Comedy 20%, Adventure 14.2%, Funny 9.9%, Puzzle 6.1%

A New Beginning is a cinematic adventure-thriller done graphic novel-style.

Why similar: Point & Click 60%, Adventure 21.3%, Escape Room 5.5% ★, Cult Classic 2.8% ★, Puzzle 2.8%

In a race against time, Betty embarks on a thrilling, comedy-packed adventure to crack a conspiracy that starts with a bang and ends at 3 Minutes to Midnight.

Why similar: Point & Click 35.1%, Comedy 25.4%, Adventure 12%, Funny 7.3%, Puzzle 6.7%

In order to save the world once again Pete and Vasily Ivanovich will have to get through fire, water and through… some other stuff and then again and again. They will get really close to the worst criminals on Las-Vegas streets, enlist in the commandos and complete several missions for the USA government - to get rid of drug dealer's...

Why similar: Point & Click 24.4%, Comedy 20.2%, Adventure 19.7%, Puzzle 7.6%, Cult Classic 5.6% ★

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 45.4%, Comedy 20.3%, Adventure 12%, Classic 6.2% ★, Funny 4.2%

My new adventure takes me from the end of the ’80s directly into the 21st century and wow, how the world has changed! While my view of the world and women from way back in the 1980s collides with modern reality, I’m all set to date my way across the modern world!

Why similar: Point & Click 38.3%, Comedy 29.1%, Adventure 11.9%, Puzzle 7%, Story Rich 4%

Fourth in the legendary Monkey Island series of graphic adventures!

Why similar: Point & Click 34.1%, Comedy 21%, Adventure 18.9%, Classic 6.2% ★, Funny 4.7%

Travel to the four corners of the world with Brian and Gina in a crazy story packed full of surprises. Pirates, spies, surfers, soldiers, and even aliens get in on the act - all combining to create a wonderfully rewarding experience to savour and remember forever!

Why similar: Point & Click 56.2%, Adventure 19.1%, Comedy 12.1%, Funny 3.8%, Puzzle 3.7%

Armikrog is a unique stop motion clay animated point and click adventure game from the creators of Earthworm Jim and the Neverhood. Unravel the mysteries of the fortress that holds Tommynaut and his blind alien talking dog Beak-Beak captive through exploration and puzzle solving!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.3%, Adventure 23.5%, Comedy 20.4%, Puzzle 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 2.5%

How far would you go to save your best friend?For Gomo, the answer to this question is clear: To the end of the world and further, if necessary.Join him on his journey through the bizarre 2D landscapes of this dreamlike Point & Click Adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 49.5%, Adventure 32.4%, Indie 6.8%, Puzzle 6.7%, Funny 2.3%

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 41.6%, Comedy 21.2%, Adventure 16%, Classic 6.5% ★, Funny 4.9%

Join Dangeresque, the world's greatest private eye/crooked cop, as he puzzles his way through 3 bite-sized roomisodes in this classic-style point n' click adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.6%, Comedy 25.4%, Adventure 20.2%, Funny 2.3%, Indie 2%

Face your Destiny! In Andergast, whose inhabitants are considered to be superstitious, King Efferdan awaits a state visit from high-ranking dignitaries. For centuries the kingdom has been at odds with neighboring Nostria, but now first steps are being undertaken toward a lasting peace.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.1%, Adventure 20.5%, Puzzle 5%, Escape Room 4.4% ★, Story Rich 2.7%

Sneak into the pharaoh's pyramid and meet up with Assil and his crew of crazy friends. Just as the party starts to get hot, a silly accident turns life upside down! Help Assil reverse the curse!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.6%, Comedy 23.6%, Adventure 16.6%, Classic 6.1% ★, Puzzle 4.5%

The last game in the episodic Sam & Max trilogy, beautifully remastered! As the intergalactic villains who seek the Devil’s Toybox close in and Max’s psychic abilities grow beyond his control, the Freelance Police will come up against their most frightening adversary yet: the power of Max’s mind.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.3%, Comedy 26.1%, Adventure 12.3%, Funny 7.3%, Puzzle 7%

Explore the deepest SECRETs™ of the Tremendous Corporation®. Find out what happened to indie devs and save the gaming industry!

Why similar: Point & Click 39.7%, Comedy 30.7%, Adventure 12.5%, Funny 4.2%, Puzzle 4.1%

Ben There, Dan That! and Time Gentlemen, Please! are a couple of rip-roaring point-and-click adventure games . With tongue firmly in cheek, sit back, relax, and put your mind to work solving puzzles, and reading some very funny dialogue. It's like a book, only good!

Why similar: Point & Click 53.8%, Comedy 20.7%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 2.5%, Funny 2.4%

In Memoria, players travel through different time periods, following two distinct protagonists: Sadja, a southern princess who wants to be a war hero, and Geron, a bird catcher who wants to lift a curse from his girlfriend.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.6%, Adventure 22.6%, Puzzle 7.3%, Classic 5% ★, Story Rich 4.4%

The flute nose dynasty has been watching over Asposia for centuries on end. In secret, they fill the roly-poly world with light and life. Emil, a trader for odds and ends, has led all the Asposians astray, making them believe that the dynasty is in cahoots with dark forces.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.9%, Adventure 24.7%, Comedy 15%, Funny 6.2%, Puzzle 4.1%

New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.1%, Adventure 18.2%, Comedy 9.2%, Puzzle 3.7%, Funny 2.7%

Bongus Bright-Eye & The Great Axe-stravaganza is an homage to the classic Point & Click Adventure games. It's a comedy induced fantasy game, where you follow our protagonist Bongus Bright-Eye on his journey to save the Dwarven Kingdom.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.8%, Adventure 22.5%, Comedy 20.9%, Puzzle 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Antenna Dilemma is a short and witty point&click in which you'll follow the story of C432632, a finicky grey cube that sure doesn't want to miss his favorite TV show.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.7%, Adventure 19.2%, Comedy 18%, Indie 4.9%, Funny 4.7%

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 35.2%, Adventure 19.9%, Comedy 16.7%, Puzzle 7.6%, Funny 4.8%

Point and click comedy adventure game set during the cold war in a soviet bunker. Crack the code, feed the cat, save the world. Save the world again in the free DLC R3D STAR included in the game.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.2%, Comedy 20.6%, Adventure 19%, Funny 5.5%, Singleplayer 2%