- #1 ISOLAND4: The Anchor of Memory
97% matchVery Positive86% of 161 reviews2024
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows · Mac
ISOLAND4 is the fifth installment in the ISOLAND series by CottonGame. The game continues to feature the distinctive hand-drawn style of CottonGame, with point-and-click gameplay. The game also features a second playthrough mode, which allows players to gain a deeper understanding of the game.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 14.4%, Drama 13.5%, Puzzle 11.7%, Casual 10.9%, Investigation 9.4%
- #2 ISOLAND3: Dust of the Universe
96% matchVery Positive92% of 242 reviews2020
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows · Mac
A sequel to the ISOLAND series, where you continue your journey to explore the story of the universe on this island.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 22.7%, Puzzle 14.1%, Cartoon 14%, Strategy 11.7%, Exploration 10.5%
- #3 Isoland 2 - Ashes of Time
96% matchVery Positive95% of 303 reviews2018
Dev: Cotton GamePub: Lilith Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Isoland 2: Ashes of Time is a puzzle game with a fascinating non-linear story, charming 2D hand-drawn art, numerous challenging puzzles, and unique twists. Besides numerous sci-fi references and easter-eggs hidden throughout the game, you’ll find things aren’t quite the same second time you play through the story.
Why similar: Adventure 52.6%, Puzzle 41.2%, Indie 6.2%
- #4 Isoland
95% matchVery Positive91% of 307 reviews2018
Dev: Cotton GamePub: Lilith Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The objective of the game is to explore a small island in the Atlantic Ocean, and uncover its secrets
Why similar: Puzzle 47.8%, Adventure 46.3%, Indie 5.9%
- #5 Labyrinth City: Pierre the Maze Detective
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,196 reviews2021
Dev: DarjeelingPub: Pixmain
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Adapted from the bestselling children’s book series Pierre The Maze Detective, play as Pierre in this adventure/puzzle game and recover the stolen Maze Stone. Journey through breathtakingly hand-drawn illustrations, meet eccentric characters, and solve puzzles to save Opera City!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 20.8%, Hidden Object 20.6%, Cartoon 13.6%, Puzzle 11.4%, Exploration 7.3%
- #6 One Way: The Elevator
94% matchVery Positive93% of 450 reviews2020
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
One Way: The Elevator is a creative point-and-click game developed by CottonGame. You need to find a blue sphere in each scene to power an elevator to travel upward.
Why similar: Hidden Object 18.7%, Hand-drawn 17.1%, Puzzle 13.8%, Cartoon 12.9%, Exploration 9.6%
- #7 Carto
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,158 reviews2020
Dev: Sunhead GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 25.2%, Puzzle 14.7%, Cartoon 12.5%, Exploration 10.1%, Cute 9.5%
- #8 Monument Valley 2
91% matchVery Positive93% of 3,902 reviews2022
Dev: ustwo games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Discover illusionary pathways and delightful puzzles as you learn the secrets of The Sacred Geometry. Follow the heart warming story of Ro in her journey through motherhood. Rediscover independence through manipulating monuments and evolving paths to explore new, surreal, and mysterious worlds.
Why similar: Puzzle 28.9%, Strategy 25.6%, Exploration 18.4%, Casual 18%, Adventure 5.6%
- #9 Catie in MeowmeowLand
91% matchVery Positive92% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: ARTilleryPub: Blowfish Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Catie in MeowmeowLand is a classical humorous point-and-click adventure game. Help little Catie get back home from the bizarre cat world of MeowmeowLand!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 31.7%, Puzzle 22.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Cute 10.6%, Casual 7.5%
- #10 aMAZE 3D
92% matchMixed57% of 145 reviews2017
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 32%
This is a continuation of the fascinating game aMAZE. Now in 3D!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Puzzle 24%, Casual 11.2%, Stylized 9.9%, Adventure 7.5%
- #11 Tiny Lands
90% matchVery Positive92% of 1,060 reviews2021
Dev: Hyper Three StudioPub: Maple Whispering Limited
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take your perceptivity to a new dimension in a relaxing low-poly isometric puzzle game. Find the differences in the beautiful, fully rotatable, and zoomable 3D environments. Can you find them all?
Why similar: Hidden Object 39.4%, Puzzle 23.6%, Casual 15.8%, Cute 8.7%, Adventure 7%
- #12 FIND ALL 6: Netherlands
89% matchVery Positive98% of 186 reviews2025
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Immerse yourself in an exciting adventure in the Find All 6: Netherlands game! You will explore the unique landscapes, historical cities and famous landmarks of the Netherlands. Look for hidden objects and color this painted world.
Why similar: Hidden Object 26.9%, Hand-drawn 19.8%, Puzzle 15.1%, Casual 9.5%, Adventure 9%
- #13 Paper Trail
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 853 reviews2024
Dev: Newfangled Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Paper Trail is a top-down puzzle adventure about leaving home, set in a foldable, paper world.
Why similar: Puzzle 21.7%, Hand-drawn 18.6%, Cartoon 13.9%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 8.5%
- #14 ISOLAND PUMPKIN TOWN
87% matchVery Positive92% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows · Mac
ISOLAND Pumpkin Town? What the hell kind of game is this and what does it have to do with ISOLAND, Mr Pumpkin.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 16.3%, Drama 16.1%, Puzzle 15.1%, Exploration 12.6%, Casual 10.8%
- #15 The Multi-Medium
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 534 reviews2023
Dev: Micah Boursier
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Multi-Medium is a visually unique 2D puzzle platform adventure in which you play as an interdimensional explorer lost in the multiverse. Travel to diverse worlds, each drawn or painted by hand in a different medium and style, in search of your place in the cosmos.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.8%, Side Scroller 15%, Puzzle 11.6%, Stylized 8.6%, Exploration 8.3%
- #16 Through Abandoned: The Refuge
89% matchMixed50% of 236 reviews2019
Dev: Igor KrutovPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
It’s the new game of Through Abandoned series, classical point and click game. You try to find your twin-brother who disappeared in a huge and mysterious place called Abandoned.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.8%, Drama 20.3%, Puzzle 15.9%, Exploration 10.3%, Adventure 9.6%
- #17 The Abandoned Planet
86% matchVery Positive94% of 221 reviews2024
Dev: Dexter Team GamesPub: Snapbreak
Windows · Mac · Linux
A throw-back, retro-inspired, point and click adventure with chunky and beautiful pixel art
Why similar: Puzzle 21.4%, Hidden Object 18.5%, Exploration 16.4%, First-Person 10%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #18 A Park Full of Cats
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,983 reviews2024
Dev: Devcats
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Welcome to 'A Park Full of Cats,' a hidden object game that invites you to revel in the enchanting world of amusement parks! Experience the thrill and excitement of the rides and give those cats the fun they truly deserve!
Why similar: Hidden Object 31.9%, Hand-drawn 16.9%, Puzzle 14.7%, Casual 10.9%, Exploration 10.2%
- #19 Slice of Sea
85% matchVery Positive91% of 596 reviews2021
Dev: Mateusz Skutnik
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Slice of Sea is a peaceful adventure and puzzle game. You play as Seaweed, a sea creature clearly out of their element. Explore desolate world of dust, all hand-drawn on paper in unique art style. Collect items, solve puzzles and lead Seaweed back home to the sea.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 28.3%, Hidden Object 17.2%, Puzzle 15.7%, Exploration 10.6%, Stylized 8.7%
- #20 FIND KITTENS 3: Steampunk
84% matchVery Positive91% of 125 reviews2025
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 14%
Explore this amazing steampunk world finding cute cats and paint black - white locations with colored paints.
Why similar: Casual 16.1%, Hidden Object 16.1%, Adventure 15.9%, Puzzle 14.5%, Hand-drawn 12.6%
- #21 Cube Escape Collection
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,443 reviews2020
Dev: Rusty Lake
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this classic point-and-click adventure anthology you follow the path of Dale and Laura and other famous Rusty lake characters such as Mr. Crow and Mr. Owl. The series will be updated, preserved and bundled to survive the end of the Flash Games era.
Why similar: Puzzle 49.2%, Hand-drawn 20.8%, Story Rich 10.1%, Adventure 7.8%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #22 Reviver
82% matchVery Positive92% of 217 reviews2025
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A narrative puzzle game with themes of love, fate and time. Follow the life stories of the two main characters and influence their destinies through interactions and choices. The game combines hand-drawn style and an immersive interactive experience to explore a profound journey of love and choice.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 31.2%, Puzzle 15.7%, Cartoon 14%, Multiple Endings 7.3%, Stylized 6.9%
- #23 OneShot: World Machine Edition
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,777 reviews2024
Dev: Future Cat LLCPub: KOMODO
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A completely self-contained portable version of one of the highest user-rated games. Built on an entirely new engine with new UI, support for Steam Deck, & more. Features world-bending puzzles, intriguing denizens, surreal environments, and a captivating story about the truth of the game's reality.
Why similar: Puzzle 23.6%, Multiple Endings 16%, Exploration 13.8%, Story Rich 10.4%, Cute 10%
- #24 Isles of Sea and Sky
79% matchVery Positive93% of 1,404 reviews2024
Dev: Cicada Games
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fantastic, oceanic, open world puzzle adventure. Solve innovative block puzzles while unearthing a mystifying story, gaining new friends that change the puzzle landscape, and unlocking powers that provide more options for how you choose to progress through the enigmatic Isles of Sea and Sky.
Why similar: Puzzle 19.5%, Multiple Endings 14.8%, Strategy 14.6%, Exploration 13.9%, Stylized 12.8%
- #25 Down in Bermuda
81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,556 reviews2021
Dev: Yak & Co
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
An unnatural storm leaves an adventurous aviator stranded for decades within the infamous Bermuda. Overcome creatures of the deep and unravel the islands secrets in search of a way back home.
Why similar: Hidden Object 33.8%, Puzzle 22.5%, Adventure 10.2%, Story Rich 8.4%, Stylized 7.3%
- #26 Illusion Carnival
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,466 reviews2024
Dev: KiZ
Windows · Mac
A lost soul wanders through a whimsical, eerie pop-up book like amusement park. Dive into fun-filled stages, encounter unique characters, fend off spirit erosion, and uncover the park's hidden secrets. The enchanting yet dark Illusion Carnival begins now.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 22.6%, Drama 16.5%, Puzzle 15.1%, Exploration 10.8%, Stylized 10.6%
- #27 Dreamland Solitaire
82% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Adept Studios GDPub: Alawar Casual
Windows
Escape to a world of wonder as you enjoy a magical twist on classic Solitaire! Clear cleverly designed puzzle boards and uncover a gorgeous fantasy realm on your journey of relaxation and fun!
Why similar: Strategy 55.1%, Casual 36.6%, Indie 4.2%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #28 Gordian Rooms 2: A curious island
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Crimsonite Games
Windows
Your adventure continues in Gordian Rooms 2... The escape island game where you venture further into the mysteries of the Gordian Society! Challenge your wits and conquer every puzzle on the Isle of Lye!
Why similar: Hidden Object 24.4%, Investigation 22.7%, Puzzle 16.7%, Exploration 11.6%, Adventure 8.7%
- #29 Haven Park
79% matchVery Positive95% of 1,071 reviews2021
Dev: Bubblebird Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Be Flint, who is doing his best to keep his grandma's park up and running and make it a place for the campers to enjoy. Learn the camper's wishes and build whatever their hearts desire to attract even more quirky characters and look forward to whimsical conversations and quests.
Why similar: Puzzle 23.4%, Exploration 21.5%, Casual 16.6%, Cute 16%, Adventure 15.1%
- #30 The Button Witch
80% matchVery Positive100% of 50 reviews2020
Dev: DDreams Games
Windows
Adventure game full of magic, puzzles and cute characters, featuring a young witch-in-training and a talking ghost-squirrel!
Why similar: Investigation 17.3%, Hidden Object 16%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Puzzle 14.4%, Cartoon 10.6%
- #31 Monument Valley 3
75% matchVery Positive93% of 1,911 reviews2025
Dev: ustwo games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Set sail for a world-changing adventure as you guide Noor in their quest through a series of mind-bending illusions and atmospheric puzzles. Can you unlock the secrets of the mysterious world – and the meaning behind the Sacred Light?
Why similar: Puzzle 29.3%, Strategy 20.3%, Exploration 19.5%, Casual 17.4%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #32 My Brother Rabbit
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,026 reviews2018
Dev: Artifex Mundi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
My Brother Rabbit is a beautifully drawn exploration adventure and puzzle game set in a surreal world that mixes reality with a child’s imagination.
Why similar: Puzzle 30.3%, Hidden Object 24.6%, Adventure 18.9%, Story Rich 7.8%, 2D 7.1%
- #33 Wonderland
75% matchVery Positive92% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: TomaduckStudio
Windows
Wonderland is a top-down turn-based strategy game that requires real-time action, where you'll play as a little girl to learn her inner story and discover the secrets of Wonderland.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 24.7%, Strategy 21.4%, Casual 15.1%, Puzzle 14.5%, Cartoon 12.7%
- #34 Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town
77% matchVery Positive89% of 547 reviews2020
Dev: imaginarylab
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Investigation 29.2%, Puzzle 18.6%, Cartoon 17.9%, Exploration 12.2%, Adventure 9.7%
- #35 FIND KITTENS 2: Crafts
74% matchVery Positive97% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 8%
All professions are important, all professions are needed! Explore a world of crafts, each with a place for cats. Find them and the world will be colored!
Why similar: Hidden Object 28.2%, Hand-drawn 27.5%, Puzzle 19.1%, Casual 16.8%, 2D 5.3%
- #36 Cloud Cats` Land
73% matchVery Positive92% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: PurrMurrMeow Games
Windows
Adventure on the mysterious Island of Cloud Cats! Explore picturesque locations, meet magical creatures, and solve unusual puzzles. Dive into the secrets of the wonderful island!🐾
Why similar: Investigation 19.8%, Hidden Object 19.2%, Puzzle 16.8%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 9.3%
- #37 Simulation world
76% matchVery Positive86% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: 007berd
Windows
Simulation World - This is a puzzle, story and open world. Feel the vanilla atmosphere as you progress through the puzzles. Rescue the simulation from a virus that wants to destroy the computer world
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Puzzle 17.8%, Adventure 9.4%, Story Rich 7.9%
- #38 FIND ALL: Bunker
72% matchVery Positive93% of 147 reviews2025
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Explore the underground bunker and the surface of the earth in anticipation of a nuclear explosion, finding various items and painting the black and white picture with colored inks.
Why similar: Hidden Object 32%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Casual 13.2%, Adventure 12.2%, Puzzle 11.7%
- #39 A Monster's Expedition
73% matchVery Positive95% of 1,579 reviews2020
Dev: Draknek & Friends
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
An adorable and relaxing open world puzzle adventure for monsters who love to learn about humans!
Why similar: Puzzle 26.4%, Exploration 16.7%, Strategy 16.5%, Adventure 12.1%, Cute 11.8%
- #40 Chocolate makes you happy 3
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 140 reviews2018
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Casual colorful physical puzzle with sweets, jumpers, teleports, accelerators and explosions
Why similar: Puzzle 23.7%, Strategy 19%, Side Scroller 16%, Stylized 12.8%, Cute 9.8%
- #41 FIND ALL 8: The road to the Maya
70% matchVery Positive98% of 126 reviews2025
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Immerse yourself in an exciting adventure in Find All 8: The road to the Maya. You will have to explore colorful city streets, unique jungle views and ancient temples of a lost civilization. Look for hidden objects and color this mysterious painted world.
Why similar: Casual 15.3%, Puzzle 14.9%, Adventure 14.6%, Hidden Object 14%, Hand-drawn 12.6%
- #42 Finding Cats In Amusement Park
71% matchVery Positive93% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: Peach Rain
Windows
This is a casual and relaxing hidden object game. Find cute cats in the amusement park.Can you find them? That's right,there are a few on the carousel. Meow Meow...Kittens are calling you!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 30.3%, Hidden Object 30.1%, Puzzle 14.2%, Cute 8.4%, Casual 7.5%
- #43 Unforeseen Incidents
73% matchVery Positive88% of 1,038 reviews2018
Dev: Backwoods EntertainmentPub: Application Systems Heidelberg
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Hand-drawn 33%, Puzzle 19.4%, Adventure 10.2%, Stylized 9.9%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #44 Pandarama: The Lost Toys
74% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2016
Dev: goonswarm
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
An exciting puzzle-arcade game about the adventures of tireless Panda Pew!
Why similar: Casual 32.9%, Puzzle 28.2%, Adventure 11.7%, Story Rich 10.1%, 2D 7.7%
- #45 Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery
70% matchVery Positive88% of 182 reviews2024
Dev: Rogueside
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery is a cozy hidden object game that has you searching for hidden objects in hand-drawn, interactive landscapes. Ignite your imagination, unleash your inner artist with the editor and share your masterpieces with the world!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 31.7%, Hidden Object 29.3%, Puzzle 15.7%, Casual 10.4%, Cute 7.2%
- #46 Samorost 3
71% matchVery Positive94% of 5,364 reviews2016
Dev: Amanita Design
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Samorost 3 is an exploration adventure and puzzle game from the award-winning creators of Machinarium and Botanicula. Travel across space to nine unique worlds teeming with colorful challenges, creatures and surprises to discover, brought to life with beautiful artwork, sound and music.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 36.2%, Puzzle 14.9%, Stylized 11.8%, Story Rich 8.3%, Cute 7.9%
- #47 Poly Island
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 83 reviews2018
Dev: EGAMERPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac
Poly Island is a low poly adventure game packed with beautiful graphics, simple mechanics and challenging levels.
Why similar: Strategy 53.3%, Casual 42.3%, Indie 4.4%
- #48 Dissembler
71% matchVery Positive91% of 113 reviews2018
Dev: Ian MacLartyPub: Shape Shop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Dissembler is a subtle puzzle game about unraveling playful, abstract designs one color at a time.
Why similar: Puzzle 44.6%, Casual 24.8%, Stylized 20.5%, Singleplayer 6.9%, Indie 3.1%
- #49 Rusty Lake Paradise
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,942 reviews2018
Dev: Rusty Lake
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rusty Lake Paradise is set on a small remote island which is cursed by the ten plagues of Egypt. Solve all the mysteries of this dark, macabre puzzle adventure. Paradise builds upon the distinctive atmosphere and excitement from the Rusty Lake series.
Why similar: Puzzle 48.4%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Adventure 12.2%, Hidden Object 6.5%, Story Rich 6.1%
- #50 Faraway: Puzzle Escape
70% matchMostly Positive70% of 130 reviews2021
Dev: Pine StudioPub: Snapbreak
Windows · Mac · Linux
Faraway is an adventure game, a modern tribute to Myst. In Faraway you're an adventurer exploring ruins of ancient temples full of challenges and mysterious riddles.
Why similar: Puzzle 33.8%, Adventure 20.7%, First-Person 15.1%, Casual 11.9%, Exploration 11.1%
- #51 Tux and Fanny
67% matchVery Positive99% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Ghost Time GamesPub: Means Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro-inspired adventure puzzle game featuring multiple playable characters with interwoven storylines. Explore the natural (and unnatural) world for unique interactions and unlock items to aid you in your quest. There's nothing as simultaneously charming and strange as the world of Tux and Fanny.
Why similar: Puzzle 30.2%, Exploration 24.9%, Adventure 19%, Cute 11.9%, 2D 9.5%
- #52 NAIRI: Rising Tide
66% matchVery Positive100% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: HomeBearStudioPub: Hound Picked Games
Windows
Explore a lively oasis city filled with charming characters, forgotten ruins and ominous conspiracies in the second chapter of NAIRI, a narrative puzzle adventure about Nairi's perilous quest to save her family.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 27.7%, Puzzle 17.1%, Exploration 11.8%, Cute 9.2%, Casual 8.7%
- #53 Out of Line
68% matchVery Positive90% of 232 reviews2021
Dev: Nerd MonkeysPub: Hatinh Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A unique adventure game filled with beautiful puzzles all hand-drawn in an original 2D style . Out of Line follows the adventures of San in a quest to escape the Factory that was once home. Dive into a story set in a mysterious world that is revealed through multiple chapters.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 39.6%, Puzzle 19.7%, Stylized 11.7%, Casual 10.5%, Adventure 7.7%
- #54 Glass Masquerade 3: Honeylines
66% matchVery Positive90% of 1,150 reviews2023
Dev: Onyx Lute
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Get ready for the Glass Masquerade sequel! With brand new textured glass pieces, immerse yourself in the beautiful world of painted glass art. Assemble jigsaw puzzles inspired by different cultures and themes with new play modes and various fragments cuts.
Why similar: Puzzle 51.9%, Casual 23.8%, 2D 14.6%, Singleplayer 8.1%, Indie 1.6%
- #55 ISLANDERS: New Shores
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,154 reviews2025
Dev: The StationPub: Coatsink
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Welcome to ISLANDERS: New Shores. Build your island retreat in a calm, minimalist world with exciting new features that keep the classic charm while inspiring fresh creativity.
Why similar: Strategy 36.5%, Puzzle 32.8%, Casual 24.3%, Singleplayer 4.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #56 FIND KITTENS 4: Aetherpunk
65% matchVery Positive91% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 11%
Explore of this amazing aetherpunk world finding cute cats and paint black - white locations with colored paints.
Why similar: Hidden Object 20.2%, Puzzle 19%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, Casual 16.5%, Adventure 16%
- #57 Tails of Trainspot
66% matchVery Positive94% of 62 reviews2023
Dev: Poly Poly GamesPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Relax and challenge your mind in Tails of Trainspot, a cozy logic puzzle game where you build railway networks, connect numbered stations, and explore a mysterious island filled with stories, animal residents, and mini-games.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 31.3%, Puzzle 18%, Strategy 14.3%, Stylized 11.7%, Casual 9.9%
- #58 Whateverland
66% matchVery Positive89% of 178 reviews2022
Dev: Caligari Games
Windows
Find your way out of a magical prison in this non-linear point'n'click adventure full of mini games and challenges. Get to meet the charismatic Whateverlanders, steal and deceive or be a good boy to discover all the different endings of Vincent's story.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 22.8%, Hidden Object 20.7%, Puzzle 12.8%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Exploration 10%
- #59 Botanicula
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,554 reviews2012
Dev: Amanita Design
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Humor-filled indie adventure game created by the makers of Machinarium and Samorost.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 24.9%, Puzzle 14.2%, Exploration 11.8%, Stylized 10.1%, Casual 9.3%
- #60 aMAZE Easter
69% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
aMAZE Easter is a straightforward and surprisingly - difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze with Easter art and calm soundtrack.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.4%, Puzzle 19.5%, Strategy 16.4%, Stylized 12.9%, Cute 9.9%