Games Like Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love

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 50.7%, Adventure 16.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Funny 8.5%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in classic point-and-click design that balances meta-humor and mystery perfectly.

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 43%, Funny 16.3%, Adventure 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and funny point-and-click adventure that embraces bizarre characters and non-sequitur humor.

There is no game. So don't go messing things up by clicking everywhere. You don’t want to be kicked out of your video game world, do you? Of course not!

Why similar: Point & Click 29.9%, Funny 16.5%, Parody 16% ★, Adventure 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, meta-narrative adventure that constantly subverts player expectations through clever point-and-click puzzles.

Jazzpunk is a comedy adventure set in an alternate reality Cold War World, plagued with corporate espionage, CyberCrime, and sentient martinis. Gameplay is inspired by spoof comedy films and cartoons of yesteryear, with a focus on weird gadgets, exotic locales, and open-world style exploration.

Why similar: Funny 29.3%, Cold War 21.6% ★, Adventure 14.8%, Comedy 10.9%, Indie 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the same surreal, satirical, and spy-themed comedic DNA as the seed game.

Pilfer from pirates, conspire with cardinals and perform miracles with an incompetent magician. The Procession to Calvary is a Pythonesque adventure game made from Renaissance paintings, and a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed Four Last Things.

Why similar: Point & Click 39%, Funny 23.4%, Adventure 8%, Indie 6.9%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique, satirical sense of humor and a distinct visual style that mirrors the absurdity of the seed game.

The Majority of People navigate progress, politics and preposterous propulsive plans in this satirical point-and-click adventure. Featuring highly debatable democracy, problematic project managers and the belief that Anthony's underdeveloped prefrontal cortex will lead to your salvation!

Why similar: Political 33% ★, Satire 31.9% ★, Point & Click 16.5%, Funny 8.4%, Indie 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short but incredibly sharp satirical experience that tackles political themes with a similar comedic tone.

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 45%, Funny 18.5%, Adventure 15.9%, Comedy 4.8%, Puzzle 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cornerstone of the comedic adventure genre that features the same sharp, satirical dialogue style.

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 34.3%, Adventure 12.7%, Funny 11.1%, Indie 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-focused adventure game packed with pop-culture references and classic inventory-based puzzles.

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 49.5%, Adventure 16.4%, Funny 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%, Comedy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential point-and-click adventure known for its vibrant art style and cynical, funny protagonist.

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.5%, Funny 20.3%, Adventure 12.6%, 2D 6.7%, Puzzle 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich point-and-click adventure with a strong atmosphere and engaging, grounded puzzle mechanics.

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 53.3%, Adventure 13.7%, Funny 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Comedy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that defined the genre's approach to time-travel puzzles and witty writing.

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 42.6%, Funny 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Adventure 7.3%, 2D 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish detective game that features excellent voice acting and clever, logic-based investigation puzzles.

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.7%, Funny 11.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Colorful 7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure that blends historical mystery with a lighthearted, engaging tone.

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 42.5%, Funny 22.6%, Adventure 11.8%, 2D 6.1%, Comedy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and witty point-and-click adventure that excels at character-driven humor and puzzle design.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 42.1%, Adventure 21.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Funny 7.6%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: A visually unique point-and-click adventure that focuses on exploration and a quirky, mysterious atmosphere.

A comedic point-and-click adventure where a hungover antique dealer must solve his own robbery in Paris, dragging himself and his friends into a wildly idiotic journey!

Why similar: Point & Click 39.3%, Funny 22.4%, Adventure 10%, 2D 6.2%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A self-aware and humorous point-and-click game that leans heavily into its own absurdity.

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 38.3%, Point & Click 33%, Indie 22%, Puzzle 3.4%, Comedy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, quirky adventure game that shares the seed game's commitment to eccentric characters and dark humor.

Every world needs its heroes. However unlikely they may seem. Join Wilbur, Ivo, Nate and Critter in another classic point-and-click adventure in the wicked world of Aventásia. Help them fulfill their destiny. A destiny as yet unwritten.

Why similar: Satire 36.1% ★, Point & Click 31%, Parody 20% ★, Adventure 9.2%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, classic-style adventure that relies on parody and humor to drive its narrative forward.

Throw your toys into your fire, and play with them as they burn. An adventure that takes place almost entirely in front of a fireplace - about looking up up up out of the chimney, and the cold world just on the other side of the wall. From the creators of World of Goo and Human Resource Machine.

Why similar: Satire 43% ★, Funny 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Point & Click 8.2%, Indie 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A satirical puzzle game that uses a simple mechanic to deliver a surprisingly deep and cynical social commentary.

Crazy cultists. Cthulhu. A talking cat. Gibbous takes you on an expansive, traditionally animated, hand-painted adventure. Play as three protagonists and explore a lushly rendered Lovecraft-inspired world, unraveling ancient conspiracies. A comedy cosmic horror adventure made in Transylvania!

Why similar: Point & Click 48.4%, Adventure 13.6%, Funny 11.4%, Indie 8%, Puzzle 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully hand-drawn adventure that balances cosmic horror with lighthearted, funny writing.

Four Last Things is a very silly pythonesque adventure made from Renaissance-era paintings and public domain recordings of classical music. It is about sin, and the Four Last Things – Death, Judgement, Heaven and Hell – and strives to be intelligent and ridiculous in equal measures.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.3%, Funny 19.3%, Adventure 13.3%, Indie 8.1%, 2D 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click adventure built using classical art that delivers a unique, funny, and historically-themed experience.

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 48.1%, Adventure 24.4%, Funny 16.4%, 2D 3.6%, Puzzle 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and funny adventure game that features creative puzzle-solving and a distinct, hand-drawn aesthetic.

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Point & Click 48%, Funny 24.8%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive adventure experience that excels at weaving historical intrigue into a compelling point-and-click narrative.

Brassheart is an adventure game set in the alternative 1920s, inspired by dieselpunk and the classics of the genre. In this world, you play as Pola, a spunky pilot. She follows the clues that may provide a way to save her father kidnapped by his own invention, a rebellious supermachine, Valkiria.

Why similar: Point & Click 31.6%, Alternate History 18.8%, Adventure 14.5%, Funny 13.1%, Indie 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed adventure that offers a polished point-and-click experience with a strong focus on narrative.

Ministry of Broadcast is a narrative-driven single player cinematic platformer mixing Orwell’s 1984 with modern reality TV. A country divided by The Wall; to cross it and reach your family, you must compete on - and win - a reality TV show broadcast by the Regime.

Why similar: Political 33.5% ★, Adventure 26.4%, Indie 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Funny 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dystopian, 2D narrative game that uses satire to critique authoritarianism in a way that resonates with the seed game's themes.

"Viktor, a Steampunk Adventure" is a comedy adventure game set in a cartoonish steampunk world. The story follows Viktor, a wild boar who tries to cope with the loss of his job by going on a quest to become a new Emperor of Austria-Hungary.

Why similar: Political 42.6% ★, Point & Click 24%, Funny 12.1%, Adventure 7.2%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure that provides a relaxing but engaging puzzle-solving experience.

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 47.1%, Adventure 16.8%, Funny 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Comedy 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary adventure game that captures the same cinematic, character-driven feel of 90s classics.

In the Raven Shadow is in the best sense an old-fashioned adventure game for all sense-seeking people.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.7%, Adventure 29.6%, Indie 18.1%, Comedy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click adventure that prioritizes humor and character interaction.

Satirical point-and-click adventure set during the Cold War in a Soviet bunker. Crack the code, feed the cat, save the world. And save it again in the free R3D STAR DLC included in the game.

Why similar: Cold War 40.2% ★, Point & Click 29.4%, Adventure 10.9%, Funny 8.6%, 2D 4.2%

A pointy-clicky comedy corporate thriller. Solve puzzles, get to know your colleagues, and unravel a sinister global conspiracy. All in a day's work.

Why similar: Satire 41.6% ★, Point & Click 29.5%, Adventure 8%, Funny 7.1%, Comedy 3.5%

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 29.2%, Alternate History 24.8%, Funny 10.4%, Adventure 8.6%, Colorful 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi comedy adventure that pays homage to classic point-and-click tropes with a lighthearted tone.

Darkestville Castle — a darkly comedic point-and-click adventure where you play as a sarcastic demon. Solve clever puzzles, manipulate idiots, and bring chaos back to Darkestville, because being evil is just more fun.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.6%, Funny 18%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Adventure 10.2%, 2D 5.2%

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 28.5%, Adventure 20.8%, Funny 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Puzzle 5.1%

Sequel to the amazing adventures of two Russian pop-culture legends: Vasily Ivanovich Chapaev and his fellow aide Petka who fearlessly beat off the alien invasion in a first franchise installment.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.3%, Adventure 29%, Funny 17.7%, 2D 5.1%, Puzzle 4.6%

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 37.1%, Funny 19.9%, Adventure 12.1%, 2D 5.9%, Colorful 5.8%

Dreambreak is a story-driven adventure set in an alternative post-Cold War world, a quirky and unique mix of clashing gameplay genres. Get fingered for murder in without actually going there!

Why similar: Cold War 44.9% ★, Point & Click 17.7%, Alternate History 15.5%, Adventure 6.7%, Colorful 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dystopian adventure game that combines pixel art with a serious narrative tone, offering a different take on political themes.

Join the crazy police detective Francis in his search for a kidnapped cloned beauty and go through countless escapades with him in this classic point & click adventure full of comedy.

Why similar: Political 24.8% ★, Point & Click 24%, Satire 19.8% ★, Parody 13.3% ★, Adventure 7.3%

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 38.9%, Adventure 19.5%, Funny 18.6%, Indie 11.3%, 2D 5.1%

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

Why similar: Point & Click 33.6%, Satire 22.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, Adventure 10%, Funny 9%

tiny & Tall: Gleipnir, Part One is a classic yet modern point'n'click adventure, inspired by LucasArt's legendary titles.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.9%, Adventure 27.9%, Indie 18%, Funny 15.2%

Enter the ultimate 1970s space capsule in this thrilling VR adventure. Awaken your inner cosmonaut with intense, interactive gameplay, manage catastrophic system failures, and experience a hilarious story of Cold War absurdities. Can you make it back to Earth alive?

Why similar: Cold War 33.2% ★, Satire 26.3% ★, Alternate History 12.3%, Adventure 9%, Funny 7%

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 40.4%, Funny 17.2%, Adventure 12.6%, Indie 7.5%, Comedy 5.3%

Foil the plan for world domination!

Why similar: Point & Click 42.7%, Adventure 17.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 6.1%

FIRE is an exploration-adventure with intuitive puzzle design. Without losing many words it tells a savagely hilarious story. Journey into the Stone Age and face the most challenging task of this era: The search for fire!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.5%, Adventure 24.8%, Funny 12%, Indie 10%, Puzzle 5%

A sci-fi comedy adventure game

Why similar: Satire 39.6% ★, Point & Click 29.7%, Adventure 13.3%, Funny 10.5%, Singleplayer 3%

A letter from 10 years ago, an intricate web of lies to unravel and a mystery to solve. Explore an unconventional town of pirates, dive into the past, collect items and look for clues to help Willy find out what happened to his father...

Why similar: Point & Click 41.2%, Funny 21.2%, Adventure 11.6%, Colorful 9.1%, Puzzle 4.7%

When an occult German WW2 division releases an ancient curse upon the world, a supernatural problem is going to require a supernatural solution. Take control of two playable heroes as they embark on a comedic, alternate-history adventure with a truly original story (99.9999% guaranteed).

Why similar: Point & Click 47.6%, Adventure 14.1%, Funny 10.4%, Indie 8.2%, Comedy 5.8%

Vasily Ivanovich Chapaev and his fellow aide Petka realize that someone has stolen the Red banner from the HQ. Although it's not the end of the story yet! Somewhere on the moon, legions of alien invaders prepare to conquer Earth. But could such a little thing really give a scare to the Red Army heroes?

Why similar: Point & Click 50%, Adventure 14.8%, Funny 13.3%, 2D 6.6%, Comedy 6.5%

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 36.5%, Adventure 17%, Funny 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Indie 10.2%

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 43.4%, Funny 19.6%, Adventure 11.4%, Indie 5.4%, Comedy 4.6%

This is Bunker: The Underground Game. You probably never heard of it but since you now have, you are one of the cool kids. Game takes place deep down in a forgotten Soviet bunker. You spend rest of your absurd adventure puzzling, mini gaming, pointing, clicking, hipstering, err humor-ing oh and escaping what is no doubt the weirdest...

Why similar: Cold War 36% ★, Political 30.9% ★, Point & Click 14.7%, Adventure 9.6%, Indie 7%

Become a parliamentarian, create a powerful party, and lead it to victory in this humorous adventure game. Manage your popularity and dignity, use unique powers, and navigate a storyline inspired by current events.

Why similar: Political 69.4% ★, Adventure 15%, Colorful 5.6%, Comedy 4.9%, 2D 4.3%

A suave secret agent adventure game. Your mission (should you choose to accept) is to infiltrate enemy spy Ruby La Rouge’s secret hideaway and put a stop to her evil plans!

Why similar: Point & Click 47.3%, Funny 25%, Adventure 12.3%, Puzzle 5.8%, Singleplayer 5.4%

This is an old school comedy/satire point-and-click game set in a fictive office environment. You play as Henriksen, a regular office worker who realizes he has been treated badly by his colleagues, and sets out on a revenge spree. Features norwegian voice acting and pixel art graphics.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.8%, Satire 25.9% ★, Funny 12.8%, Adventure 11.9%, 2D 5.9%

Discover a humouristic point and click adventure inspired by all the masterpieces which made us stick to our computers back in the day (and therefore we played outside way too infrequently). [Chapter 1 available]

Why similar: Point & Click 35.8%, Parody 23.2% ★, Funny 11.7%, Adventure 10.8%, Colorful 7.9%

Freedom Defender is a satirical tower defense game set in a fictional country obsessed in keeping it's borders free from foreigners.

Why similar: Satire 38.2% ★, Political 35.2% ★, Funny 9.5%, Indie 6.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%

Embark on an adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson on this surprising and elastic point-and-click game. Grab, pull, and release to help them solve a bizarre investigation full of humor and meta-time travel!

Why similar: Point & Click 46.1%, Funny 19.1%, Adventure 15.6%, Comedy 5.3%, Puzzle 4.7%

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%, Adventure 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Funny 6.3%, Puzzle 3%

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 43.4%, Adventure 12.7%, Colorful 8.3%, 2D 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

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

Why similar: Point & Click 66.5%, Adventure 21.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%, 2D 2.5%, Puzzle 2.1%