- #1 The Last Oath
97% matchVery Positive93% of 224 reviews2025
Dev: Final Offer
Windows
The Last Oath is a short story based game about a knight that fell in battle fighting for their king. You find yourself with a final task to keep your oath to the king. Complete this task as you find out more about the world by interacting with the environment through text based dialogue.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 24%, Cinematic 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Exploration 9%, Stylized 7.7%
- #2 Selfloss
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 267 reviews2024
Dev: Goodwin GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Selfloss is an emotional exploration game filled with rich lore, set in a whale-worshipping, Slavic-inspired world. Embark on the journey of the healer, Kazimir, and his magical staff as he fights a mysterious Miasma in search of a ritual to cure his wounded soul.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.5%, Emotional 17.9%, Medieval 10.3%, Magic 8.4%, Puzzle 7.4%
- #3 The Last Campfire
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 18,750 reviews2021
Dev: Hello Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.
Why similar: Emotional 19.9%, Narration 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Puzzle 11.8%, 3D Platformer 9.2%
- #4 Jivana
95% matchVery Positive91% of 686 reviews2022
Dev: Team JivanaPub: Rubika Supinfogame
Windows
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: Narration 24.1%, Emotional 21.4%, Cinematic 14.6%, Exploration 6.7%, Third Person 6.1%
- #5 Liminus: The Silent Guard
94% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: BYU AnimationPub: BYU Center for Animation
Windows
Souls on their perilous journey through the afterlife are left defenseless against the hungry darkness without the protective guidance of the Shepherds. Locate your flock, protect them from wolves, and guide them safely back home with your array of abilities and powers in Liminus: The Silent Guard.
Why similar: Cinematic 22.5%, Emotional 18.8%, Stylized 13.3%, Exploration 9.8%, Third Person 8.1%
- #6 Herdling
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 838 reviews2025
Dev: OkomotivePub: Panic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.
Why similar: Emotional 22.6%, Cinematic 18.8%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Stylized 8.3%, Story Rich 8.3%
- #7 Cynthia: Hidden in the Moonshadow
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 154 reviews2023
Dev: Catthia Games
Windows
Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.
Why similar: Emotional 18.5%, Narration 14.3%, Walking Simulator 13.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, Third Person 7.7%
- #8 Mount Serenity: Guardian of the Spirits
92% matchVery Positive84% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: CEON ArtsPub: Ahlman Games
Windows
Enter an ancient spirit world as a lost spirit and meet a dragon who needs your help. Explore three different, peaceful areas and collect runestones while moving forward with your rope. Look for the way towards the top of the mountain. Only you can save the forest and the soul of the dragon’s owner.
Why similar: Dragons 33.9% ★, 3D Platformer 19.4%, Third Person 11.6%, 3D 8.2%, Adventure 8.1%
- #9 SCARF
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 325 reviews2021
Dev: Uprising StudiosPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms. Explore beautifully crafted worlds and discover your true destiny with the help of a dragon-shaped scarf.
Why similar: Emotional 19.3%, 3D Platformer 12.8%, Magic 11.9%, Puzzle 9.7%, Story Rich 8.8%
- #10 Blind Touch
90% matchNo user reviews91% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Flygogo Games
Windows
A "Blind" simulator that lets you experience a new perspective and immersive sensory journey. Step into a world of darkness using your guide cane.
Why similar: Emotional 25.1%, Walking Simulator 24.3%, Story Rich 11.5%, Linear 10.5%, Atmospheric 9.3%
- #11 Forgotten Hope
91% matchVery Positive89% of 93 reviews2021
Dev: Black Hammer StudiosPub: Games by IGE
Windows
Forgotten Hope is a short, single-player narrative-driven video game presented through the eyes of a teenage girl who is trying to reconnect with her past to find answers.
Why similar: Narration 26%, Walking Simulator 17.7%, Linear 13.2%, Story Rich 12.2%, Atmospheric 9.6%
- #12 Tribute
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: Titanzzz
Windows
A narrative-driven exploration game where your choices shape the outcome as you traverse an ancient temple and confront the fate of an Old God's eternal slumber.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.5%, Cinematic 26.7%, Walking Simulator 10.9%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Exploration 8.8%
- #13 A Void Hope
89% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Void Hope takes you on an atmospheric narrative adventure to find a cure for a collapsed city. Follow the story of a tormented couple as they try to decipher reality from nightmares and evade the shadowy threats lurking in the dark.
Why similar: Atmospheric 35.8%, Exploration 21.7%, Puzzle 20.6%, Adventure 19.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #14 Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature
86% matchVery Positive99% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: Dreamhunt StudioPub: Mindscape
Windows
Be a stone Golem and try to save Nature with the help of an adorable Fox! Reconnect ancient sources of energy in environmental puzzles. Discover secrets from a lost civilization and save animals on an emotional quest in a cozy, colorful world.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 17.1%, Emotional 16.4%, Linear 11%, Magic 10.2%, Story Rich 7.9%
- #15 After Us
86% matchVery Positive84% of 445 reviews2023
Dev: PiccoloPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Emotional 25%, Puzzle 17.2%, Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 13%, Third Person 9.8%
- #16 Metamorphos
87% matchVery Positive80% of 467 reviews2021
Dev: Spicy Dice StudiosPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Take on the role of the temple’s guardian, awakened to cleanse the temple from an evil force corrupting it. Fight and dodge your way through a series of corrupted denizens, wildlife, and guardians to confront Nafaset, the Defiler, and restore the blessed oases.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.1%, Linear 20%, Magic 14.4%, Third Person 13.9%, 3D 10.4%
- #17 Masquerade
85% matchVery Positive98% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: DEUS EX MACHINA TROUPEPub: ARTFX - GAME
Windows
Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, explore a mysterious 3D theater in this immersive, fully voiced adventure. Follow Romeo and the Narrator on a quest to save Juliet—but beware of the lights…
Why similar: Narration 40.5%, Puzzle 18.6%, Adventure 9.3%, Linear 7.9%, Third Person 7.6%
- #18 Drizzlepath: Genie
88% matchMixed59% of 204 reviews2016
Dev: Tonguç Bodur
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Walk as Lula, on the path you choose, as she journeys to discover the meaning of the Genie and fulfill her destiny.
Why similar: Dragons 24.7% ★, Walking Simulator 20.9%, Narration 19.2%, Story Rich 8.2%, Exploration 8%
- #19 Fantasmagorie
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 220 reviews2024
Dev: Needlepoint Productions
Windows
Journey through a distorted theatre held together by the fragile mind of a grieving puppet master. With only a needle and thread, traverse through this world and evade twisted and terrifying creations. Shatter the delusion and unravel the truth behind it all.
Why similar: Cinematic 26.7%, Emotional 26.5%, Story Rich 11.9%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Stylized 7.7%
- #20 DEMON COMPASS
83% matchVery Positive88% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: xena-spectralePub: Provoker
Windows · Mac
This occult item will guide you through a bizarre in-between world and help you to confront past demons as well as piece together former memories that may lead to closure. Seek a better understanding of who you were, who you’ve loved and how much you’ve lost in this 3rd person horror adventure game.
Why similar: Exploration 18.8%, Third Person 17.8%, Atmospheric 16.2%, 3D 14.4%, Adventure 12.2%
- #21 ANYU
84% matchMixed66% of 197 reviews2023
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
A 3D third person narrative exploration game, set in a frozen wasteland where an ancient civilization fell. Centered around movement puzzles and dealing with environment mechanics.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.2%, Linear 16.1%, Exploration 14.3%, Third Person 11.1%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #22 Bramble: The Mountain King
81% matchVery Positive95% of 7,288 reviews2023
Dev: Dimfrost StudioPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.
Why similar: Cinematic 16.5%, Narration 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Emotional 14.3%, Linear 6%
- #23 illum
82% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: Elsa LiuPub: USC Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a heartwarming journey with your little light friend to solve puzzles and bring light to the mystical realm of Illum.
Why similar: Emotional 17.2%, Puzzle 16.3%, Exploration 13%, Story Rich 12.8%, Third Person 10.6%
- #24 Quern - Undying Thoughts
82% matchVery Positive91% of 3,924 reviews2016
Dev: Zadbox EntertainmentPub: Blue Brain Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Discover the truth about Quern’s past, unfold the mysteries of its present, and be the explorer who shapes its future. Quern introduces reusable puzzle mechanics to the classic genre, making the player think about the game as a whole, and not just as a series of individual challenges.
Why similar: Narration 21.1%, Walking Simulator 17%, Cinematic 16%, Puzzle 11%, Story Rich 8.1%
- #25 A Dual Ascent
79% matchVery Positive95% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: Mountain Toad EntertainmentPub: Rubika Supinfogame
Windows
Discover the tale of two peculiar characters: the Old Pilgrim and the Little Star, as they embark on a journey up the Great Mountain of Wonders. Guide them both simultaneously with a single controller. Join this poetic adventure that will challenge your mind and skills!
Why similar: Narration 30.3%, Linear 17.3%, Puzzle 15.9%, Story Rich 14.6%, Adventure 8.7%
- #26 Dragon Audit
81% matchVery Positive98% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Archive Entertainment
Windows
A battle accountant storms the castle to rescue a princess, but accidentally rescues a lonely dragoness instead. 3D adventure inspired by classic point & clicks -- mixing comedy, light puzzle solving, and a heartfelt story.
Why similar: Dragons 26.5% ★, Emotional 18%, Cinematic 14.5%, Walking Simulator 13.6%, Puzzle 7.4%
- #27 KnightLight
78% matchVery Positive95% of 117 reviews2024
Dev: LuminosityPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
A 2D puzzle-platformer where you light your way through the darkness. Play as the Light, exploring an abandoned civilization where you find a suit of armor that seems to have magical properties. Suit up using the powers of the suit to channel your light magic to see what this strange place hides.
Why similar: Exploration 26.7%, Linear 24.3%, Puzzle 20.5%, Magic 15.4%, Adventure 10.6%
- #28 Lonely Knight
80% matchMixed59% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: The NRPub: NR Studio
Windows
Lonely Knight is a story that immerses you in an epic adventure in the medieval era. Avenge your wife as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast-paced combat, castle sieges, and more.
Why similar: Dragons 26.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 20.3%, Emotional 17.3%, Medieval 11%, Magic 9.7%
- #29 Adapta Solva Legacy
77% matchVery Positive97% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: Ares BrazeltonPub: Hogeschool West-Vlaanderen
Windows
Adapta Solva is a short puzzle platformer adventure. Play as an Adaptarian to absorb elements from magical shrines to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. Uncover the truth behind your creation in a world laid to ruin by an unknown cause.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.8%, Puzzle 19.8%, Exploration 12.8%, Magic 12.2%, Third Person 10%
- #30 Keeper
75% matchVery Positive92% of 863 reviews2025
Dev: Double Fine ProductionsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
From Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, Keeper is an atmospheric puzzle adventure in which a long-forgotten lighthouse is awakened and, joined by a spirited seabird, it embarks upon a heartening tale of unlikely companionship, and an unexpected journey into realms beyond understanding
Why similar: Cinematic 27.9%, Puzzle 12.5%, Atmospheric 11%, Story Rich 9.5%, Third Person 9.5%
- #31 The Forest Quartet
76% matchVery Positive93% of 444 reviews2022
Dev: Mads & FriendsPub: Bedtime Digital Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The Forest Quartet is a puzzle adventure about a gone, but not forgotten, lead singer. Play her spirit and travel through 3 acts unique to the members of her band for a final farewell concert. Face their emotions, solve puzzles and fight the corruption plaguing their souls.
Why similar: Narration 22.3%, Emotional 14.5%, Linear 12.1%, Puzzle 11.8%, Story Rich 11.4%
- #32 Souls of the Wind
79% matchMixed57% of 91 reviews2021
Dev: Wandering Spirit Games
Windows
As the Guardian of the Four Winds, use your unique wind powers to complete the trials of the Wind Temples and free the Souls of the Wind from corruption. This is a tale of a world full of wind magic, through a beautiful 3rd person puzzle-adventure game crafted by Wandering Spirit Games.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 24%, Puzzle 17.7%, Exploration 11.6%, Third Person 11.2%, Story Rich 11.2%
- #33 Whisker Witchery
77% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2023
Dev: Mystic Moon Studios
Windows
Take the role of a cursed witch as she tried to become human once more! Navigate the cottage of your rival to locate the ingredients needed for the potion, avoiding her guardians and falling to the floor far below!
Why similar: Magic 17%, Linear 16.4%, 3D Platformer 13.6%, Third Person 11%, Medieval 10.5%
- #34 Deer Journey
78% matchMixed67% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: Pablo Picazo
Windows
Deer Journey is a third person walking simulator game. Outcasted by the other deers, an albino fawn is forced to go deep into the forest to find a place to live. Join him on his journey through a world too big for which he may not be yet ready.
Why similar: Emotional 22.7%, Walking Simulator 22.5%, Cinematic 14%, Linear 10.4%, Third Person 7.1%
- #35 Gravebound
74% matchVery Positive92% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: Atomic Game LabsPub: Student Game Developer Association
Windows
Survive as long as you can through the waves of magic guardians, level up to heighten your own magical abilities, and unlock game changing weapon upgrades and new arenas as you explore Dark Willow Crypt! Will you escape, or are you bound for the grave...
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 59%, 3D 18.2%, Adventure 18%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #36 Recursive Ruin
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 310 reviews2022
Dev: Bit RotPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A story rich narrative puzzle game in which an artist comes to terms with their grief. Explore an infinitely recursive world of strange fractal beauty and solve mind-bending puzzles. Confront the ineffable and chat with your cat in a search for meaning and hope.
Why similar: Emotional 21.9%, Puzzle 16.3%, Linear 13.2%, Exploration 12.5%, Story Rich 10.7%
- #37 Ayasa: Shadows of Silence
74% matchMixed69% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Aya Games
Windows
A dark tale of survival and conscience, blending platforming, puzzles, and haunting beauty. Journey through surreal lands where every choice shapes the fate of a world on the edge of ruin will you restore the light or embrace the darkness?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.9%, 3D Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle 13.5%, Story Rich 12.7%, Atmospheric 11.8%
- #38 Wheelborn
73% matchVery Positive93% of 83 reviews2025
Dev: Alex Klexber
Windows · Mac
Explore, fight, and gather materials in an atmospheric, ruined kingdom inhabited by creepy-cute car creatures, in this short and unique exploration experience.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 45.9%, Exploration 15.9%, Third Person 14.6%, Atmospheric 13%, Adventure 6%
- #39 空王座 Empty Throne
72% matchVery Positive86% of 94 reviews2025
Dev: Empty Throne
Windows
Empty Throne is a dark fairytale puzzle game. Compose the Snow Queen’s tale in music. Truth twists through alley whispers and forest echoes. The throne lies empty. The mirror speaks. Who writes the ending—you, or the lie?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 42.5%, Puzzle 20.8%, Magic 14.9%, Adventure 8.4%, Linear 6.8%
- #40 Kneedle Knight
72% matchVery Positive89% of 302 reviews2024
Dev: SMU Guildhall
Windows
Kneedle Knight is a 3rd-person puzzle platformer game. Conjure fabric with a magic needle as Sir Lukoss the Small and merge in and out of fabric. Solve puzzles, platform across magical objects, and defeat cursed candle minions to return Sir Lukoss to normal and defeat the Witch of Fabric!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.2%, Puzzle 17.8%, Medieval 14.8%, Magic 13.8%, Third Person 9.7%
- #41 CINERIS SOMNIA
73% matchVery Positive89% of 808 reviews2018
Dev: NAYUTA STUDIOPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
"I hope that someday, you'll dream of me." -- CINERIS SOMNIA is a 3D adventure through a beautifully strange and mesmerizing world - and a young girl's cruel and forlorn dreams.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.3%, Cinematic 19.6%, Third Person 12.9%, Story Rich 12.3%, 3D 9.2%
- #42 The Hunting God
75% matchMixed67% of 166 reviews2017
Dev: Tonguç Bodur
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The Hunting God is a short walking simulator in which you play as Nodens the hunting god and listen to what he has been through accompanied by a white wolf named Draiochta.
Why similar: Dragons 28.4% ★, Walking Simulator 24.6%, Narration 19.5%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Exploration 7.3%
- #43 The Midnight Walk
67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,524 reviews2025
Dev: MoonHoodPub: Fast Travel Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Follow The Midnight Walk in a dark adventure from the minds behind Lost in Random. Befriend a lost lantern creature and light your way through a world of wonder and terror. Outsmart monsters and marvel at details in a landscape handcrafted with real clay and animated in a stop motion style.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Narration 19.5%, Cinematic 15.9%, Emotional 13.2%, Atmospheric 7.6%
- #44 Bask: The Alchemist Frog
70% matchVery Positive81% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Skuxx Games
Windows
Once human, now frog. Begin this unexpected journey into the land of the unknown in-search of a cure for your froggy state. Explore the world around you while helping others in need as you find new ingredients and potions to help you on your path.
Why similar: Medieval 17.8%, Magic 14.5%, Puzzle 12.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Stylized 10.2%
- #45 The Last Elixir
69% matchVery Positive91% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Luke Frisbee
Windows
You are a journeyman alchemist: experiment to learn the secrets of the alchemical sciences, and leverage them to produce a diverse menu of potions for a procession of weird and spooky customers in this compact narrative puzzle experience.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.3%, Puzzle 17.7%, Linear 12.7%, Atmospheric 12.1%, Stylized 10%
- #46 Glyde The Dragon™: Prologue
69% matchVery Positive89% of 127 reviews2024
Dev: Valefor Games Ltd.
Windows
A standalone action adventure game where you play as a dragon! Use 8 elemental forms with more than 60 different abilities to defeat your foes! Explore the environment, collect crystals, complete puzzles and save other dragons!
Why similar: Dragons 43.5% ★, 3D Platformer 15%, Stylized 8.9%, Exploration 8.1%, Third Person 7.3%
- #47 The Hunsa Magic
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2022
Dev: Hunsa Studios
Windows
Take control of a mage with the unique ability of possesing golems, overcome obstacles and puzles reliying on both character sinergies and dismantle the plans of the cult of mages that are trying to awake "The ancient one".
Why similar: Narration 16.7%, 3D Platformer 16.1%, Puzzle 13.5%, Medieval 13.1%, Magic 11.9%
- #48 Umbra: The Last Summoner
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: EpiRPG
Windows
As the sole Summoner, save Umbra from a demon invasion by summoning 60 unique heroes. Engage in strategic, turn-based battles against 150+ monsters, explore 15 vast areas, and conquer challenging quests and colossal bosses. Your epic RPG journey awaits!
Why similar: Dragons 23.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Medieval 12%, Third Person 7.8%, Magic 7.6%
- #49 Cloud Climber
68% matchVery Positive92% of 4,119 reviews2021
Dev: Two Star Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 11%
A surreal first person walking sim about the end of humanity. Explore magnificent sky-bound ruins, and learn why they were built.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 39.4%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Adventure 7.8%, Exploration 6.4%
- #50 The Lightbringer
71% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2021
Dev: Rock Square ThunderPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Linux
The Lightbringer is a poetic adventure/puzzle platformer with light combat elements, set in a beautiful world claimed by a vile corruption. Guided by your sister’s spirit, you must prevail where she could not. Cleanse the corruption, become The Lightbringer.
Why similar: Emotional 21.8%, 3D Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle 11.6%, Story Rich 10.5%, Stylized 10.2%
- #51 Once Upon A Puppet
67% matchVery Positive92% of 105 reviews2025
Dev: Flatter Than EarthPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Control the strings of fate and embark on a grand adventure with Drev and Nieve. A magical, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer where puppeteering mechanics and a whimsical, theater-inspired world intertwine.
Why similar: Narration 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Emotional 15.2%, 3D Platformer 13.5%, Atmospheric 8.3%
- #52 Dark Heritage: Guardians of Hope
73% matchMixed56% of 395 reviews2015
Dev: World-LoomPub: Artifex Mundi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Find the philosopher's stone and save your mentor!
Why similar: Adventure 34.2%, Puzzle 29.9%, Story Rich 16.6%, Atmospheric 13.9%, Singleplayer 5.5%
- #53 That Dragon, Cancer
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,526 reviews2016
Dev: Numinous Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An immersive, narrative videogame that retells Joel Green’s 4-year fight against cancer through about two hours of poetic, imaginative gameplay that explores themes of faith, hope and love.
Why similar: Emotional 26.2%, Narration 25.6%, Walking Simulator 20.4%, Story Rich 13%, Atmospheric 7.6%
- #54 Aurora: A Child's Journey
67% matchVery Positive93% of 973 reviews2020
Dev: Luski Game StudioPub: Prothos
Windows
Guide Aurora through this beautiful adventure using her imagination to discover who's responsible for the fire that is ravaging her village and its surroundings.
Why similar: Emotional 33.8%, Story Rich 14.9%, Atmospheric 12%, Stylized 9.6%, Third Person 8.8%
- #55 The Wild Eternal
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 173 reviews2017
Dev: Ilsanjo
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Get lost beneath the fog in The Wild Eternal, a reflective first-person exploration game. Embark on a meditative journey to heal the scars of your past. Can you escape the cycle of reincarnation?
Why similar: Walking Simulator 37.8%, Story Rich 16.5%, Atmospheric 15.6%, Exploration 14.6%, Adventure 13.2%
- #56 Immortal Heritage
68% matchVery Positive82% of 96 reviews2022
Dev: LC.Game
Windows
A 3D RPG !
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.3%, Story Rich 23.8%, Third Person 14.6%, 3D 12.7%, Adventure 8.3%
- #57 Fate of Dynasty
68% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Kabuk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short lore exploration puzzle game inspired by walking simulators such as Gone Home, Dear Esther, and Layers of Fear.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.7%, Puzzle 16.6%, Medieval 13.5%, Exploration 11.9%, Atmospheric 9.6%
- #58 Anturi
66% matchVery Positive87% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Spore Games
Windows
As Wikku, embark on a search for your missing father in the unknown world of Anturi. Explore the islands and help the inhabitants. Also gather information about your father's fate. Improve your skills to better combat the unknown dangers.
Why similar: Narration 18.2%, Puzzle 16.2%, Stylized 11.5%, Exploration 11.3%, Third Person 10.3%
- #59 The Doors That Led to Nowhere
65% matchVery Positive94% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: SoloCap Games
Windows · Mac
Wake up lost in a void of darkness. With no other option, press onward through cryptic dimensional doors, wielding a mysterious blade created by the fallen entities that came long before you in this heart-pounding First Person RPG.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.3%, 3D Platformer 26.8%, Adventure 18.7%, Story Rich 11.2%, Atmospheric 8.3%
- #60 Murmurs of the Mist
64% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2026
Dev: Jenna YourstonePub: JamJam Studios
Windows
In this game, you’ll encounter puzzles which require you to use your environment in order to solve them. Take note of every detail, they can help you in uncovering Sofia’s story.
Why similar: Story Rich 21.6%, Puzzle 21%, Emotional 17.3%, Stylized 10.4%, Third Person 9%