Games Like Hector: Badge of Carnage - Full Series

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.6%, Detective 22.7%, Comedy 13%, Adventure 11.6%, Funny 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the cynical, humorous detective vibe while maintaining a classic point-and-click structure.

The Freelance Police are back on the crime beat in a newly remastered version of their second episodic season. Zombies will dance. Mariachis will sing. A giant battle robot will trash the streets. And when their friends’ lives are at stake, Sam & Max will risk their very souls to set things right.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.2%, Comedy 16.4%, Adventure 15.9%, Detective 14.3%, Funny 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This episodic series shares the same irreverent, comedic, and character-driven DNA as Hector.

Hilarious adventure game designed in a TV cartoonish style.

Why similar: Point & Click 61.4%, Adventure 38.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar crude, cartoony art style and a protagonist driven by petty, violent revenge.

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 63.1%, Adventure 20.2%, Comedy 13.7%, Funny 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: These games are staples of the absurdist, crude, and self-aware humor genre in point-and-click adventures.

A hilariously terrifying adventure filled with laughs, blood, insanity, and of course... hordes of the undead.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.7%, Gore 19.4%, Adventure 18.7%, Violent 15.4%, Comedy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines point-and-click mechanics with a heavy dose of gore, violence, and dark humor.

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 47.7%, Adventure 24.3%, Comedy 14.4%, Detective 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: A noir-inspired point-and-click adventure that leans heavily into the grumpy, cynical detective archetype.

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 49.5%, Adventure 17.6%, Comedy 12.7%, Funny 9%, Casual 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the same chaotic, fast-paced, and crude comedic energy that makes Hector so memorable.

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 43.8%, Adventure 17.9%, Comedy 13%, Detective 10.5%, Casual 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A British-made point-and-click adventure that uses dark, quirky humor to tell a mystery story.

Created with indie comic artist Graham Annable's unique narrative and visual sensibilities, delivered with the distinctive Telltale storytelling style, Puzzle Agent is sure to challenge, thrill and engage in more ways than you can shake a cryptogram at!

Why similar: Point & Click 39.9%, Detective 23.8%, Adventure 12.2%, Comedy 8.5%, Casual 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a quirky, slightly unsettling detective narrative that relies on clever puzzle-solving.

Do you like adventure, comedy, and dime store detective novels? Then boy have we got the game for you! Join Voodoo Detective in a hand-drawn, point-and-click noir where you’ll pit your wits and hoodoo know-how against a sinister evil that’s taken root on beautiful Zo Wanga Isle.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.1%, Detective 24.1%, Comedy 15.2%, Adventure 8%, Funny 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish detective adventure that blends noir tropes with a unique, humorous supernatural twist.

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 53%, Adventure 21%, Comedy 17.1%, Funny 6.3%, Story Rich 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and bizarre point-and-click adventure that thrives on dark, irreverent, and often gross-out humor.

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 46%, Adventure 21.5%, Detective 15.8%, Comedy 14%, Funny 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that leans into the 'detective movie' trope with a self-aware and comedic tone.

More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!

Why similar: Point & Click 52.7%, Adventure 21.9%, Comedy 19.4%, Funny 3.2%, Story Rich 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, high-quality point-and-click adventure known for its sharp, cynical, and often biting humor.

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 52.2%, Adventure 28.3%, Comedy 15.2%, Story Rich 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric adventure with a unique aesthetic and a strong focus on narrative-driven puzzles.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 98.8%, Detective 0.5%, Adventure 0.5%, Story Rich 0.1%, Singleplayer 0%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, detective-focused adventure that explores dark themes while maintaining a strong investigative core.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 56.4%, Adventure 20.1%, Detective 16.7%, Story Rich 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural detective story that offers deep, character-driven choices within a point-and-click framework.

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Point & Click 41.6%, Detective 28.6%, Comedy 10.3%, Adventure 8.4%, Funny 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished detective mystery that balances whimsical art with sharp, witty dialogue.

A comedic 2D point and click adventure, featuring a crazy cast of poxy pirate pooches.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.5%, Adventure 25.7%, Comedy 14.2%, Casual 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming pirate-themed point-and-click adventure that features lighthearted humor and classic inventory puzzles.

Delve into a dark adventure following the boy with a prosthetic face and a tragic past. Unravel the sinister mysteries of Sally's world to find the truth that lies hidden beneath the shadows.

Why similar: Point & Click 56%, Adventure 21.2%, Story Rich 12.1%, Casual 8.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, disturbing, and violent point-and-click adventure that shares the gritty tone of the seed game.

Hard hat tester, Ray, has a bizarre accident and wakes up with a giant pink spaghetti arm sticking out of his brain! With his awesome new powers he can read minds and change the world with stickers but he’s on the run for a crime he didn’t commit. Can you help Ray out of this sticky situation?

Why similar: Adventure 44.6%, Comedy 40.9%, Funny 8.2%, Action 5%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, comedic adventure with a distinct visual style and a focus on bizarre character interactions.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 62.5%, Adventure 23.1%, Comedy 13.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted but well-written adventure game that excels at parodying classic fantasy tropes.

Dropsy is a non-traditional take on the classic point and click adventure formula starring the game’s perpetually carefree namesake clown as he explores a richly detailed world full of colorful characters and sinister secrets, doling out hugs along the way.

Why similar: Point & Click 74.9%, Adventure 22.7%, Story Rich 2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strange and emotionally resonant point-and-click game that uses non-verbal storytelling to explore dark themes.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Point & Click 49.9%, Adventure 20.2%, Detective 19.8%, Story Rich 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: An intensely dark and mature adventure game that explores psychological horror and gritty realism.

A complete remake/remaster/rehash of the award winning Flash game: A Case of the Crabs! Play as smart-ass detective, Nick Bounty, in this hilarious point & click adventure and hunt down a nefarious counterfeit crab ringleader!

Why similar: Point & Click 38.8%, Adventure 21.6%, Detective 12.8%, Casual 11.6%, Comedy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, investigation-focused point-and-click game that fits the detective theme perfectly.

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 68.3%, Adventure 28.5%, Story Rich 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, story-rich adventure that offers a more serious take on the detective and mystery genre.

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 53.4%, Adventure 20.9%, Comedy 19.4%, Funny 3.4%, Story Rich 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the comedic adventure tradition with complex puzzles and a cynical, sarcastic protagonist.

Grab your nightstick, squeal like a siren, and Hit the Road with Sam & Max, Freelance Police, as they attempt to crack their toughest case.

Why similar: Point & Click 51.8%, Adventure 16.1%, Comedy 13.6%, Funny 7.2%, Detective 6.7%

What do alien abductions, a depressed town, and a purple tapir named Pentagruel have in common? Can a bumbling gumshoe make his stolen candy theory stick? Find out with the "Sherlock Gnome" of detectives, Tony Tough, and a hilarious cast of characters as he cracks the case on the most adventurous and comical night of his life!

Why similar: Point & Click 49.4%, Adventure 34.7%, Casual 15.9%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional point-and-click detective game that focuses on quirky characters and humorous puzzle solutions.

This time he will not fail. This time Osiris will show the world of humans what he's made of. But the ankh alone is not enough - not as long as he hasn't found the most important part of his body: his heart. Life has not been kind to Assil. Only three weeks ago he managed to ward off his death curse.

Why similar: Point & Click 57.2%, Adventure 32%, Comedy 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic comedy adventure that relies on witty dialogue and situational humor similar to Hector.

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 43.1%, Adventure 18.1%, Comedy 15.1%, Detective 13.6%, Funny 5.7%

A strange murder has occurred in the Hotel Lisbon, a man committed suicide with 14 stabs to the back while at the same time he peacefully drank his coffee. This case with contradictory facts could only be solved by the amazing Detective Case and his sidekick, Clown Bot.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.2%, Adventure 25.5%, Detective 18.4%, Casual 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A bizarre detective mystery that uses a retro aesthetic to deliver a unique, humorous experience.

All 3 episodes available now - get the full season!

Why similar: Adventure 24.4%, Point & Click 20.3%, Gore 18%, Violent 16.3%, Casual 12.8%

All 3 episodes available now - get the full season!

Why similar: Adventure 32.3%, Gore 21.5%, Violent 19.6%, Casual 18.1%, Action 4.1%

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 58.2%, Adventure 21.8%, Detective 18.4%, Story Rich 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Point & Click 41.4%, Detective 24.9%, Comedy 13.3%, Adventure 8.1%, Funny 6.9%

Chapter Two 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 45.1%, Detective 24%, Adventure 19.2%, Comedy 10%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Agent Nelson Tethers just solved his biggest case yet. So why isn't he satisfied? Venture back to eerie Scoggins, Minnesota to solve the mystery of "the Hidden People" once and for all!

Why similar: Point & Click 37.3%, Detective 22.4%, Comedy 11.6%, Adventure 8.1%, Casual 6.6%

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 62%, Adventure 19.5%, Comedy 14.8%, Funny 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Step into a hilarious, steampunk-tinged point n click space adventure! Play as Captain Brawe, Agent Luna and Danny across four colorful planets — solve clever puzzles, uncover conspiracies, and meet unforgettable characters (space pirates, secret agents, and eccentric aliens).

Why similar: Point & Click 43.6%, Comedy 18.4%, Detective 16.4%, Adventure 15.1%, Funny 4.9%

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 46.5%, Comedy 15.9%, Adventure 14.6%, Detective 12.6%, Funny 6.3%

A Bleaker Predicklement is a hilarious AND mysterious point and click adventure game. Explore smoggy alleys, meet suspicious characters and help Bertram as he finds himself framed for a murdering he did not commit!

Why similar: Point & Click 33.8%, Adventure 19.8%, Detective 16.1%, Comedy 12%, Casual 10.4%

JOHNNY ROCKETFINGERS 1 & 2 - GAME COLLECTION! The internet smash hit Point & Click Adventure game, "Johnny Rocketfingers," is finally available to play from your desktop computer!

Why similar: Point & Click 60.4%, Adventure 23.4%, Comedy 14.4%, Funny 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Kindergarten 3 is the long awaited threequel to the Kindergarten series! Explore a new school with old and new friends...and new ways to get ruthlessly murdered.

Why similar: Comedy 40.7%, Adventure 30.4%, Funny 17.4%, Story Rich 11.4%

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 54.8%, Adventure 16.2%, Comedy 15.5%, Funny 5.4%, Story Rich 3.8%

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Point & Click 37.7%, Detective 21.9%, Comedy 16%, Adventure 11.8%, Funny 6.3%

A fast-paced Point-and-Click adventure AND an indie platfomer in one! Join adventurer Ben and wannabe indie darling Dan in a race against time to stop all the Apocalypses happening at the same time.

Why similar: Adventure 33.2%, Point & Click 26.1%, Casual 18.5%, Comedy 9%, Action 6%

Join Captain Jake Hunter and his loyal sidekick FU-2 as they storm across the galaxy in search of adventure (and revenge) in a side-splitting classic comedy adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 40.7%, Adventure 30.8%, Comedy 17.7%, Story Rich 5.7%, Action 5.2%

While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.6%, Comedy 17.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Casual 8.3%, Funny 8.2%

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 46%, Comedy 19.6%, Adventure 16.7%, Funny 6.2%, Story Rich 5.1%