Games Like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.

Why similar: Stealth 20.8%, Open World 15.7%, Action-Adventure 14%, Story Rich 13%, Puzzle 11%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers the quintessential globe-trotting adventure experience with a heavy focus on exploration, ancient tombs, and puzzle-solving.

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration includes the base game and Season Pass featuring all-new content. Explore Croft Manor in the new “Blood Ties” story, then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 16.7%, Stealth 16.6%, Open World 15.2%, Story Rich 12.2%, Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the spirit of historical discovery and cinematic action that defines the Indiana Jones experience.

Tomb Raider explores the intense origin story of Lara Croft and her ascent from a young woman to a hardened survivor.

Why similar: Stealth 17.9%, Story Rich 15.5%, Adventure 15.1%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: The reboot of the series provides a gritty, grounded take on survival and exploration that mirrors the intensity of Indy's adventures.

Wolfenstein®: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat.

Why similar: World War II 37.7% ★, Stealth 16.5%, First-Person 15.7%, Story Rich 10.7%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, this game shares the high-quality first-person combat and cinematic storytelling found in the Great Circle.

Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer in their own standalone adventures as they confront their pasts and forge their own legacies. This game includes the critically acclaimed single-player stories from both UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 24.7%, Story Rich 18.3%, Stealth 17.2%, Puzzle 11.8%, Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: While third-person, it is the gold standard for cinematic, treasure-hunting action-adventure games.

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Historical 25.3%, Action-Adventure 23.6%, Exploration 12%, Realistic 10.4%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a deeply cinematic, story-rich experience with a strong emphasis on stealth and environmental navigation.

America, 1961. The assassination of Nazi General Deathshead was a short-lived victory. The Nazis maintain their stranglehold on the world. You are BJ Blazkowicz, aka “Terror-Billy,” member of the Resistance, scourge of the Nazi empire, and humanity’s last hope for liberty.

Why similar: World War II 40.4% ★, Stealth 14.9%, First-Person 14.8%, Story Rich 13%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the excellent first-person action and narrative-driven gameplay that fans of MachineGames' design will appreciate.

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: Puzzle 17.1%, Historical 16.9%, First-Person 16.3%, Story Rich 15.1%, Investigation 15%

Why You'll Like It: Set in the 1930s, this game focuses on atmospheric exploration and intricate puzzle-solving in a mysterious, exotic location.

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Investigation 21.5%, Open World 18.7%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Story Rich 15.5%, Exploration 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on detective work and open-world investigation, perfect for players who enjoy the puzzle-solving aspects of Indy's adventures.

The Forgotten City is a narrative-driven time loop adventure in ancient Rome. Discover the ruins of an ancient underground city, travel 2000 years into the past, and unravel the mystery of who destroyed it by cleverly exploiting the power to wind back time. The fate of the city is in your hands.

Why similar: Investigation 29.6%, First-Person 18.2%, Story Rich 17.6%, Exploration 13.8%, Open World 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant historical mystery that emphasizes investigation, dialogue, and exploring an ancient, trapped civilization.

A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.

Why similar: Historical 17.8%, Open World 17%, First-Person 12.8%, Political 12.5% ★, Story Rich 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly immersive historical RPG that prioritizes realism and exploration in a detailed medieval world.

Reprise your role as a supernatural assassin in Dishonored 2. Declared a “masterpiece” by Eurogamer and hailed “a must-play revenge tale” by Game Informer, Dishonored 2 is the follow up to Arkane’s 1st-person action blockbuster & winner of 100+ 'Game of the Year' awards, Dishonored.

Why similar: Stealth 41.9%, First-Person 17.5%, Story Rich 11.6%, Open World 8.3%, Immersive Sim 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers unparalleled first-person stealth and environmental interaction that rewards creative problem-solving.

Become a deadly Master Assassin in this action-adventure game. Explore the streets of ninth-century Baghdad through the eyes of Basim. Take down your targets while seeking justice as part of the Hidden Ones.

Why similar: Historical 25%, Stealth 24.2%, Action-Adventure 17%, Open World 14.1%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This entry returns to the series' roots with a heavy focus on stealth, parkour, and historical atmosphere.

A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.

Why similar: Stealth 41.9%, Action-Adventure 18%, Story Rich 17.5%, Exploration 5.8%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive stealth-action experience that features cinematic storytelling and a historical Cold War backdrop.

The award-winning series returns as Karl Fairburne fights to uncover Project Kraken in 1944 France. The genre-defining authentic sniping, with enhanced kill cam, has never looked or felt better as you fight across immersive maps to stop the Nazi war machine in its tracks.

Why similar: World War II 44.6% ★, Stealth 28.1%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Open World 6.7%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: The historical setting combined with tactical stealth and long-range combat provides a grounded, authentic feel.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Stealth 21.3%, Open World 20.1%, Historical 15.8%, Story Rich 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional open-world action game that emphasizes exploration and cinematic combat in a historical setting.

DEATHLOOP is a next-gen FPS from Arkane Lyon, the award-winning studio behind Dishonored. In DEATHLOOP, two rival assassins are trapped in a mysterious timeloop on the island of Blackreef, doomed to repeat the same day for eternity.

Why similar: Stealth 35%, First-Person 19.1%, Immersive Sim 15.2%, Story Rich 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person immersive sim elements and emphasis on stealthy infiltration make it a great mechanical match.

Experience the story of former outlaw John Marston as he tracks down the last remaining members of the notorious Van der Linde Gang in the PC debut of the critically acclaimed predecessor to Red Dead Redemption 2.

Why similar: Open World 33.9%, Story Rich 25.8%, Action-Adventure 20.1%, Singleplayer 6.3%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The historical setting and story-rich, open-world exploration provide a similar sense of immersion and adventure.

As Indiana Jones, you’ll travel to 1935 China to prevent a powerful artifact from falling into evil hands. This globe-spanning adventure pits you against evil Nazis and the Asian underworld. It’ll take more than just a trusty whip and pistol to avoid the perils of the Emperor’s Tomb.

Why similar: Adventure 35.1%, Action 27.2%, Action-Adventure 26.8%, Singleplayer 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the franchise that captures the pulp-adventure spirit and iconic whip-based combat.

Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 26.3%, Open World 24.2%, Story Rich 17.4%, Exploration 12.1%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This open-world adventure features a blend of stealth, exploration, and cinematic action that feels very similar to the Indy formula.

Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara and prove your worth to the Family in this immersive third-person action-adventure.

Why similar: Stealth 27.2%, Historical 20.6%, Story Rich 16%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Open World 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, story-rich game that captures the historical tension and cinematic feel of the mid-20th century.

In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.

Why similar: Stealth 18.8%, First-Person 17.1%, Immersive Sim 17%, Story Rich 15.1%, Exploration 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at environmental storytelling and first-person exploration, rewarding players for interacting with their surroundings.

Indebted to the wrong people, with his life on the line, veteran of the U.S. Cavalry and now hired gun, Booker DeWitt has only one opportunity to wipe his slate clean. He must rescue Elizabeth, a mysterious girl imprisoned since childhood and locked up in the flying city of Columbia.

Why similar: First-Person 38.1%, Story Rich 30.7%, Adventure 12.6%, Action 10.6%, Singleplayer 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy first-person adventure that features a strong sense of place and historical-inspired atmosphere.

Embark on a quest for identity through time, as you piece together the puzzle of two lives.

Why similar: Historical 20.9%, Investigation 18.4%, Story Rich 15.7%, Puzzle 14.8%, Exploration 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful adventure game that focuses on narrative depth and intricate puzzle-solving across historical timelines.

Step into a living illustrated world in a time when Europe is at a crossroads of great religious and political change. Walk in the footsteps of Andreas Maler, a master artist who finds himself in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue in the Bavarian Alps.

Why similar: Historical 36.6%, Investigation 26.3%, Story Rich 17.3%, Exploration 9.9%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven mystery set in a historical period that rewards curiosity and investigation.

Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.

Why similar: Puzzle 17.9%, First-Person 17.4%, Investigation 16.5%, Story Rich 14.2%, Exploration 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in first-person puzzle-solving and environmental exploration that rewards keen observation.

Earn the Number. 007 First Light is a thrilling espionage action-adventure game from IO Interactive. Follow James Bond as a young, resourceful and sometimes reckless recruit in MI6's training programme, and discover an origin story of the world’s most famous spy.

Why similar: Stealth 28.7%, Action-Adventure 20.1%, Story Rich 14%, Immersive Sim 9.5%, Exploration 9.3%

A nuclear disaster has left an area of Britain in tatters. Atomfall, a new survival-action game, will see you explore, scavenge, craft, barter and fight your way through beautifully recreated scenery in search of answers.

Why similar: Open World 21.7%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, First-Person 16.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Stealth 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration, mystery, and survival in a unique historical setting.

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: Adventure 40.9%, Story Rich 18.8%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Puzzle 13.2%, Singleplayer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary point-and-click adventure that remains one of the best stories in the Indiana Jones universe.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal that tells an epic cinematic story worthy of the DOOM Slayer’s legend. Players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM Slayer, in this never-before-seen dark and sinister medieval war against Hell.

Why similar: First-Person 35.8%, Story Rich 30.6%, Action 14.9%, Singleplayer 10.6%, Adventure 8%

Become the most celebrated detective of all time: Sherlock Holmes! Use your impressive talents as a detective to solve six thrilling and varied cases: murders, missing persons, spectacular thefts and numerous investigations that sometimes lead you into the realms of the fantastic.

Why similar: Investigation 29.3%, Historical 14.9%, Puzzle 14.8%, Story Rich 14%, Adventure 11%

Why You'll Like It: A pure detective experience that challenges the player to piece together clues, much like Indy's own investigative sequences.

Pragmata is a unique, sci-fi action-adventure game from Capcom. Follow Hugh, a member of an ill-fated investigation team, and Diana, a young android, as they navigate a lunar facility taken over by rogue AI in search of a way to Earth.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 33.3%, Story Rich 20.6%, Action 13.4%, Adventure 13.3%, Singleplayer 7.4%

Join private investigator Jack Pepper on a guns blazing, jazz-fueled adventure in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. MOUSE combines the charm of hand-drawn rubber hose animation inspired by the classic cartoons of the 1930’s with the adrenaline and action of an explosive first person shooter.

Why similar: First-Person 38.3%, Story Rich 30.8%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 10.7%, Singleplayer 8.8%

A whole new breed of survival horror emerges with Cronos: The New Dawn. Survive the brutal wastelands of the future, fight nightmarish merging creatures and jump back in time to harvest souls as you seek to uncover the origins of the apocalypse that wiped out humanity.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 44.9%, Story Rich 35.7%, Action 10.6%, Singleplayer 8.8%

World War II rages and nations fall. The Nazis are twisting science and the occult into an army capable of annihilating the Allies once and for all. As US Army Ranger William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, pierce the black heart of the Third Reich and stop them...or die trying.

Why similar: World War II 65.7% ★, First-Person 11.8%, Stealth 11%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic first-person shooter that features historical occult themes and exploration-heavy level design.

Join Sebastian Harrington, an archeology student, on a quest to find his missing professor. Explore ancient temple ruins, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets in the Temple of Shadows.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 18.8%, Historical 17.4%, Investigation 12.2%, Puzzle 12.1%, Story Rich 9.4%

Rise as the Dark Knight and experience the essential Batman story in a bold, action-packed adventure with hard-hitting combat, an open-world Gotham City, and the signature LEGO charm that fans know and love.

Why similar: Open World 28%, Action-Adventure 25.6%, 3D Platformer 18%, Story Rich 13.5%, Action 5.9%

Experience an epic action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi assassin and powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos.

Why similar: Stealth 24.8%, Historical 23.3%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Open World 14.8%, Exploration 5.3%

The year is 1947. The Nazis have been crushed, the Cold War has begun and Soviet agents are sniffing around the ruins of the fabled Tower of Babel. What are they up to? The CIA recruits renowned archeologist and adventurer, Dr. Henry "Indiana" Jones, to find out.

Why similar: Adventure 60.5%, Action 39.5%

Secrets of the Temple is a single player puzzle platformer adventure game. Traverse the Pharaoh's labyrinthian temple and locate and collect the Eye of Ra before it's too late!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.8%, Puzzle 14.6%, 3D Platformer 13.8%, Historical 12.5%, Platformer 9.6%

Experience an isometric, narrative-driven stealth game and join Hanna’s adventure in the vibrant city of Eriksholm. The mysterious disappearance of her brother, Herman, ignites a chain of catastrophic events that will forever change their lives and the fate of the entire city.

Why similar: Stealth 30.9%, Historical 16.3%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Story Rich 13.1%, Exploration 6.1%

Be Greater. Together. The incredible power of the symbiote forces Peter Parker and Miles Morales into a desperate fight as they balance their lives, friendships, and their duty to protect in an exciting chapter of the critically acclaimed Spider-Man franchise on PC.

Why similar: Open World 21.9%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, Stealth 13.2%, Story Rich 11.5%, Political 9.1% ★

Help renowned explorer and adventurer Adam Venture and his accomplice Evelyn discover artifacts, unravel ancient mysteries, decipher strange symbols and solve ingenious puzzles around gorgeous historical sites from the 1920's.

Why similar: Historical 30.2%, Puzzle 26.7%, Story Rich 20.9%, Adventure 16.2%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.

Why similar: Story Rich 43.1%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Exploration 14%, Adventure 8.5%, Singleplayer 7.8%

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: Investigation 19.2%, Puzzle 15.6%, First-Person 13.7%, Story Rich 12.2%, Open World 11%

Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 30.3%, 3D Platformer 26.8%, Adventure 11.5%, Singleplayer 7.2%, Story Rich 6.9%

The Occultist is a first-person narrative thriller. You play as Alan Rebels, a paranormal investigator who travels to an abandoned British island after his father's disappearance. Explore Godstone island, face supernatural entities, and uncover long-buried occult rituals.

Why similar: Investigation 27.5%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, First-Person 11.3%, Puzzle 11.1%, Story Rich 10.9%

We all dreamed of adventures full of mysteries and mysticism, dreamed of finding ourselves in unusual situations and emerging from them as a hero. Liber is an adventure about travel in time, the search for truth and oneself, about friendship and revaluation of values..

Why similar: Historical 31.7%, Stealth 25.9%, Story Rich 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Adventure 7.9%

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Investigation 19.2%, Action-Adventure 18%, Open World 16.6%, Story Rich 15.6%, Exploration 9.6%

Hinako's hometown is engulfed in fog, driving her to fight grotesque monsters and solve eerie puzzles. Uncover the disturbing beauty hidden in terror.

Why similar: Story Rich 32%, Action-Adventure 28.5%, Exploration 14.2%, Adventure 8.8%, Action 8.5%

The evil Empire is currently creating a doomsday army behind a veil of secrecy. However, they are no match for the Rebel Alliance's covert operations division. Your mission is to infiltrate the Empire and put an end to their plans for terror and domination.

Why similar: First-Person 30.9%, Story Rich 26.9%, Exploration 21.7%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 8%

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 56.9%, Story Rich 22.4%, Realistic 6.4%, Adventure 6.2%, Action 4.5%

The Outer Worlds 2 is the sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment.

Why similar: Open World 27.6%, First-Person 25.6%, Exploration 17.1%, Story Rich 11.3%, Singleplayer 6.9%

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more.

Why similar: Stealth 29.2%, Action-Adventure 24.5%, Story Rich 24%, Realistic 9.7%, Action 5%

Become an apprentice of the famous Leonardo da Vinci. Solve handcrafted mechanical 3D puzzles and discover hidden secrets. Navigate through mesmerizing environments of the Italian Renaissance. Travel through time to influence your surroundings.

Why similar: Historical 33.9%, Puzzle 17%, Story Rich 16.5%, Exploration 12.2%, Investigation 8%

Embark on a bold adventure in Adam’s Venture: Origins. Set in the roaring 20’s, in Adam’s Venture: Origins you will explore ancient ruins, and recover mysterious artifacts. Together with your trusted accomplice Evelyn, you will have to outsmart the evil Clairvaux company.

Why similar: Historical 37.2%, Puzzle 22.3%, Story Rich 19.3%, Adventure 15.3%, Singleplayer 5.8%

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™ is a third and first-person action-adventure game set in the Western Frontier. Reconnect with your lost heritage and discover what it means to be Na'vi.

Why similar: Open World 28.6%, First-Person 17.5%, Story Rich 12.2%, Exploration 11.6%, Adventure 9.9%

Unfinished Business is a new standalone adventure of RoboCop: Rogue City. OmniTower is their fortress, violence their language. Face elite mercenaries all the way to the top of the tower and enforce the law amidst the chaos!

Why similar: First-Person 37.7%, Story Rich 29.9%, Adventure 12%, Action 11.6%, Singleplayer 8.9%

The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 25.3%, Open World 24.9%, Story Rich 18.1%, Exploration 9.4%, Adventure 8.8%

Travel around The Great Gales to climb challenging peaks in this physics-based climbing adventure set in 1887. Meet like-minded mountaineers, unlock helpful climbing gear, and become a pioneer of mountaineering.

Why similar: Historical 26%, First-Person 16.4%, Exploration 11.3%, Platformer 9.9%, Story Rich 8.7%