Games Like Highwater

Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.

Why similar: Exploration 22.6%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Post-apocalyptic 14.1%, 3D 13.3%, Atmospheric 13.1%

Join Koa and Napopo on a 3D platformer adventure through the islands of Mara! Outwit traps, explore the ocean, maneuver dangerous environments, and have fun in 8 wild worlds on their quest to recover stolen pirate loot.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.9%, Exploration 16.1%, Action 13.3%, Funny 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.4%

Surf the waters of a submerged city! Unravel the past, save the islanders from mysterious sea monsters and discover secrets hidden under the surface.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.3%, Adventure 16.4%, Third Person 15.8%, Stylized 15.3%, 3D 10.3%

Battle for survival in the skies of a mysterious future Earth in this unique action-strategy game mixing arcade combat, exploration, management and diplomacy. As giant flying ships wage spectacular aerial warfare, a prophecy tells of one who will save the world – could it be you?

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 29.6%, Tactical 21.1%, Stylized 13.3%, Exploration 12.2%, Action 11.3%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 38.5%, Adventure 17.6%, Action 15.8%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

Submerged is a third-person combat-free game in which you explore a mysterious flooded city and discover the beauty of desolation in vast outdoor environments. You take on the role of Miku, a young girl who has brought her wounded brother to the city in their small fishing boat.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.7%, Exploration 18.9%, Third Person 18.4%, Adventure 12%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

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: Puzzle 29.4%, Exploration 23.6%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Adventure 14.8%, Action 12%

Jivana is a story-driven adventure game. Embody Aelis, a water priestess who uses her powers to open the path for her community, forced to flee after the appearance of a huge cataclysm. Explore the enchanting landscapes of Jivana, use your ability to manipulate water and lead your people to safety.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 24.9%, Third Person 15.2%, Adventure 14.9%, Exploration 14%, Stylized 11.6%

How long do you survive on a small island in the middle of a flooded world?

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.9%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Stylized 13.8%, Exploration 12.7%, Adventure 12%

An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26.1%, Action-Adventure 21.1%, Puzzle 13.6%, Stylized 11.2%, Adventure 9.6%

Race across open oceans and uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets. Expressively platform your way across dozens of locales, upgrading your gear and modifying your move-set every step of the way!

Why similar: Stylized 12.6%, Third Person 12.5%, Exploration 11.5%, Action 11.4%, Anime 10.8%

Explore the ruins of the human race and discover the thriving wildlife that blossomed after our extinction in this underwater action/adventure. Encounter monstrous creatures and let curiosity guide you through an inevitable voyage of extinction.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30.1%, Adventure 29.7%, Action 29.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Save the lovely Minamo from flooding!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 46.3%, Action 30.2%, Anime 19.3%, Female Protagonist 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

From the creators of Road 96 comes a groundbreaking solo narrative adventure where other players’ choices matter. Follow in your friends’ footsteps, face the consequences of their actions, and decide the fate of a plasticpunk world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 31.3%, Stylized 16.8%, Exploration 14.7%, Adventure 13.3%, Atmospheric 10.9%

A non-linear first-person action adventure in a pirate setting. A single player time travel simulation game. Unusual gaming experience.Moving in space and time, the player must understand what is happening on the island and how the main character can move away from there.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.4%, Stylized 16.3%, Adventure 16%, Exploration 15.5%, Puzzle 15.3%

Age of Water is an online adventure game set on a post-apocalyptic Earth completely covered in water. Sail through storms, fight and trade, capture other people's boats or build your own, extract resources from the bottom of the ocean and reveal the secrets of the Age of Water world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 32.8%, Action-Adventure 25.7%, Action 13.5%, Third Person 8.3%, Stylized 7.8%

Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.1%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Puzzle 14.3%, Exploration 11.6%, Adventure 11.2%

Explore the corners of a surrealistic post-human world to give life on Earth a second chance in this touching story about sacrifice and hope.

Why similar: Adventure 24.7%, Puzzle 21.1%, Exploration 15.8%, Third Person 14.1%, 3D 9.5%

The old world has drowned after the Second Flood. Now, only few survivors are fighting for the new gold - clean water, wood and soil. Become a ship's captain, keep your crew alive and create your sea empire!

Why similar: Naval Combat 35.8% ★, Post-apocalyptic 20.9%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 14%, Exploration 7.3%

Play as an Artificial Intelligence guiding a stranded xenobiologist through a beautiful and mysterious alien ocean. A non-violent sci-fi story, enter a world of wonder, fear and vulnerability, unraveling the history and ecology of an impossible planet. What will you discover together?

Why similar: Puzzle 20.3%, Stylized 18.5%, Exploration 17.8%, Adventure 15.7%, Atmospheric 12.9%

A turn-based playable comic book about surviving in an alien ocean. Explore a planet reclaimed by nature. Forage, salvage, and cultivate to survive. Uncover a lost history. Discover who you are. Find your way home.

Why similar: Puzzle 24%, Exploration 21.9%, Adventure 20.3%, Atmospheric 15.9%, Female Protagonist 14.7%

Panthalassa is a Point and click Puzzle game set in an underwater alien world. You play as an AI reborn in a highly advanced body they do not recognize. Interface with otherworldly technology and unlock the secrets behind this strange planet.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26.7%, Puzzle 18.3%, Exploration 13.6%, Stylized 13.5%, Funny 9.8%

A rogue-like river journey through the backwaters of a forgotten post-societal America. Forage, craft, evade predators.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26.4%, Adventure 25.1%, Exploration 14.3%, Action 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.2%

Explore strange and wonderful islands and dark labyrinths below in this narrative puzzle platformer. Guide young mechanic Mo on her quest to repair a world on the brink of collapse. The powerful Omni Switch at your disposal may not be enough to fix the damage that hides beneath the surface...

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 22.9%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Puzzle 14.2%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 10.3%

Ahoy! The Land of Ooo is underwater and it’s up to Finn and Jake to find out why. Join our heroes as they explore the high seas, search for hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects and fight pirates to solve the mystery and save their waterlogged world!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 27.5%, Adventure 19.1%, Action 18.3%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Third Person 16%

Reach your potential in a fast and fluid 3D action-platformer set in a beautiful and hopeful Solarpunk world. Take on challenging bosses, upgrade your systems, and show humanity the promise of AI.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.5%, Third Person 13%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 10.1%

Day of the Shell is a “one-click, one-turn” tactical rogue-lite. In a shattered and flooded world, travel from island to island with only hope and a revolver, challenging and appeasing the gods.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 41.1%, Tactical 18%, Exploration 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, Atmospheric 7.5%

In the shadow of a massive earthquake, you must brave a destroyed city where your choices will determine who survives.

Why similar: Adventure 46%, Action 45.6%, Third Person 3.8%, Atmospheric 2.7%, Female Protagonist 1.9%

Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?

Why similar: Naval Combat 31.5% ★, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Third Person 10.8%, Stylized 10.1%, Exploration 9.1%

Fading Echo is a fast-paced elemental action-adventure RPG where creativity fuels combat. Manipulate water, trigger chain reactions, and shift through surreal worlds as One, a young Legend on a mission to save a dying desertscape from the grip of the Paradox corruption.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 17.6%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Third Person 11.6%, Stylized 10.1%, Exploration 8.9%

Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.

Why similar: Adventure 29.2%, Puzzle 23.6%, Atmospheric 18.8%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Action 8.2%

In the seas of the distant future, humans have all but disappeared. In your current, newly-awakened state, you are no more than a piece of seafood. However, you have been blessed with the talent for leading your allies into battle. Do whatever it takes to become the Ace of Seafood.

Why similar: Naval Combat 41.1% ★, Third Person 14.4%, Exploration 12.1%, Funny 10.3%, Action 8.7%

Survive in a world ravaged by massive Titans and an ever changing ocean sim. Displace water to find resources for building and crafting unique items. Swim, sail, and fly to explore new islands and fight Titans.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 37.9%, Exploration 21.4%, Action 16.4%, Adventure 12.1%, 3D 9.9%

Skill-based gunplay meets turn-based tactics in SteamWorld Heist 2! Aim carefully, bounce bullets, and pull off trick shots in high-stakes heists. Choose your crew and utilize 150+ items to navigate real-time naval battles and daring missions in this 30+ hour adventure to stop a deadly water crisis.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.1%, Action-Adventure 14%, Tactical 11.7%, Puzzle 11.5%, Funny 10.9%

You're a Stardiver on a mission. Descend into the depths of an underwater world filled with wonder, mysteries, and peril. Discover the story behind the abandoned base. Explore this submerged planet and learn its history.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.8%, Post-apocalyptic 23.4%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 12.5%, Atmospheric 11.2%

Fall into the magically complicated world of Overture as the three main characters embark on an adventure that will shake their lives and the world around them. Will they fan the flames of the growing revolution, or will they be the key to extinguishing it?

Why similar: Adventure 37.6%, Anime 29.5%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Atmospheric 11.9%, Singleplayer 4.9%

The end of the world just started and everyone is gone. The machines took over and your only goal is to look for your missing sister in a retro wave atmosphere. Fight and find your way into the danger with your shield in this vibrant pixel art world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 35.3%, Action 23.8%, Adventure 21.6%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Enjoy meditative vibes in Jusant, an action-puzzle climbing game. Scale an immeasurably tall tower and ascend to new heights alongside your watery companion. Master your climbing tools, find your way up through diverse biomes, and piece together the tower’s past.

Why similar: Puzzle 20.4%, Third Person 19.8%, Exploration 17%, Adventure 14.7%, Action 13%

Floodcore is a puzzle adventure game in which you explore an ancient civilization in a flooded world, and discover a mysterious power to overcome the temple's challenges.

Why similar: Puzzle 24.7%, Stylized 18%, Exploration 17.3%, Adventure 15.5%, Atmospheric 12.5%

Third person shooter action adventure game with post-apocalyptic theme. Witness the adventures of Victor and his friends in this abandoned world.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 17.3%, Tactical 17.2%, Post-apocalyptic 17.1%, Action 10.9%, Third Person 10.8%

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: Third Person 31.9%, Adventure 27.2%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Atmospheric 18%, Singleplayer 4.5%

Let your empathy guide you as you play an exciting action-adventure, creature-saver game. Understand and tame the creatures of Ava and let them lead you through a variety of ecosystems – all in the hopes of saving the planet from a life-consuming infection.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 31%, Exploration 18.2%, Action 14.7%, Adventure 13.7%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

Discover the wild planet Ankora and explore freely around this mysterious world full of promise and danger. Craft different tools, build structures and terraform yourself a new home in this cute-as-heck survival game.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 26.4%, Exploration 21.6%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Anime 16.6%, Adventure 15.6%

Diluvion is a 3D deep sea, Jules Verne inspired, exploration game with RPG elements and thrilling submarine combat. As the Captain of your own vessel, you must grow and manage your crew as you search for the secrets of the past in a hauntingly beautiful flooded world.

Why similar: Action 51.8%, Adventure 45.8%, Singleplayer 2.5%

🌿 The Last Shores is a chill solar-punk adventure. Clean, explore, and uncover the secrets of a forgotten island while restoring its lost harmony. 🏝️✨

Why similar: Action-Adventure 26%, Third Person 18%, Exploration 15.6%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Stylized 10.2%

The young witch Hyke's adventure begins! A thrilling 2D top-down action pixel RPG. Relax and camp with your companions!

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 46.1%, Action 26%, Atmospheric 15.1%, Female Protagonist 12.7%

Inspired by Waterworld an exciting steampunk adventure with strategy and RPG elements. Fight pirates, explore the seabed, build your own battle island and set out into the vast world ocean in search of a mythical continent!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 34.1%, Adventure 21.3%, Third Person 21.3%, 3D 11.9%, Atmospheric 11.5%

REDO! is a game about a girl trying to find another human in a dystopian world overrun by biomachines. It's a lonely and evocative game about exploring the unknown and overcoming obstacles to see what is left.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.7%, Action 21.9%, Adventure 20.2%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Atmospheric 9.6%

A hand-drawn adventure blending visual novel storytelling with point-and-click puzzles. Explore the corrupt oasis city of Shirin as an apocalyptic prophecy looms. Meet unforgettable characters, craft solutions with your Tool Belt, and unravel intricate puzzle-dungeons.

Why similar: Puzzle 30.6%, Exploration 21.4%, Adventure 16.5%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Atmospheric 14%

Gods decide to bring the flood of water upon the earth. Salvage what you think is valuable and bring it back to base. It's a psychological test of the apocalypse, also an interactive experiment about trade-offs.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 36.4%, Minimalist 26.8%, Exploration 21.5%, Adventure 14.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Perfect Tides is a point and click adventure game about the agony and anticipation of being a teen. Set in the year 2000, you follow Mara, an internet-obsessed young writer who lives on a so-called island paradise.

Why similar: Adventure 35%, Exploration 32.8%, Funny 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Explore a drowned Earth, restore lost systems, and raise the last human seeds in this first-person survival-crafting adventure. Build, scavenge, defend, and launch humanity back to the stars.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 51.7%, Exploration 25.1%, Atmospheric 18.3%, Singleplayer 4.8%

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Third Person 19.4%, Exploration 16.7%, Stylized 16.6%, Atmospheric 12.3%, Adventure 12.1%

Dive into a world of despair in the world of Underwater. Take the role of an unknown inmate entering the a deep sea prison where mutants roam and barely any traces of human life remain. You will have to use all your ingenuity to escape and avoid becoming the meal of the hideous denizens.

Why similar: Puzzle 24.6%, Adventure 24.4%, Atmospheric 19.4%, Exploration 15.8%, Action 11.7%

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: Adventure 45.8%, Puzzle 31.9%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Exploration 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Experience a sci-fi action-adventure RPG on the Moon in the year 30XX! Join Bella in a story of science, truth, justice, and trust, as she travels the silver globe to find a way to save humanity from Comet Coda! It's time to unleash your Lux!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.1%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Anime 14.8%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Action 11.4%

Face the Ancient Gods! Set the sails of your flying pirate ship and embark on a roguelite adventure in the steampunk world of Dead Weight. Explore floating islands in search of loot. Choose a class and enjoy turn-based tactical combat on tiny battlefields where every step matters.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35.5%, Turn-Based Combat 29.8%, Tactical 21.4%, Adventure 11.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 32.1%, Action-Adventure 22.2%, Exploration 13.8%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 10%

An adventure game about a hungry fish 🐟 Dive, jump, swim and eat your way through a lush micro-world. Can you escape the polluted pond?

Why similar: Puzzle 25.2%, Exploration 19%, Adventure 18.5%, 3D 11.8%, Atmospheric 10.2%