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Games Like Lost in Bardo

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Adventure, Indie, Pixel Graphics, Philosophical.

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This is a story about Sam, travelling through the alleys of her mind. From tedious everyday routines to spiritual self-discovery, Sam's world is changing according to her wishes. The game's main idea has a lot in common with Buddhist philosophy.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: Backyard Team
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    97% matchVery Positive90% of 229 reviews2018
    Dev: One Wing CicadaPub: Drageus Games S.A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Tardy is a quest about fiddling with computers, terminals gadgets and other hi-tech scrap of all sorts. Deal with crazy machines, solve the mystery of the crew disappearance and help Ramto to come back home!

    Why similar: Adventure 41.7%, Indie 30%, Pixel Graphics 28.2%

  2. #2 ASH OF WAR™
    96% matchMixed63% of 67 reviews2018
    Dev: Two-Way Ltd.
    Windows · Mac

    The story about an uneasy journey of one man. You will experience certain situations, those, that could have happened with our parents, children or even a neighbours on just any other war. Through the eyes of our hero you will see his struggle in a modern war, struggle with oneself.

    Why similar: Philosophical 53.3%, Adventure 27.2%, Indie 19.5%

  3. #3 Sisyphus Reborn
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 1,085 reviews2016
    Dev: Edwin MontgomeryPub: Myshkin Entertainment
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 18%

    A short atmospheric adventure game about finding meaning in a meaningless world.

    Why similar: Philosophical 61.3%, Adventure 27.2%, Indie 11.5%

  4. #4 Briefcase Inc.
    94% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2020
    Dev: Çağatay Demir
    Windows · Mac

    A hardcore precision platformer where you switch between three differently skilled characters to collect briefcases and make your way through levels.

    Why similar: Adventure 50.9%, Indie 38.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

  5. #5 Shipwreck
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 255 reviews2015
    Dev: Brushfire Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Shipwreck is a top down adventure game in which you must travel the land, explore dungeons, and defeat monsters to earn safe passage off the island on which you are stranded.

    Why similar: Adventure 44.8%, Indie 34.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%

  6. #6 Pocket Kingdom
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 251 reviews2016
    Dev: 08 GamesPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Islands sometimes appear out of the blue in the clouds. The mysterious Pocket Kingdom is one of them. Wander around its districts, solve puzzles and listen to the weird stories told by the locals. Unveiling the place's mysteries depends on it. So does getting out of it.

    Why similar: Adventure 46.5%, Indie 35.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%

  7. #7 Foxy's Adventure
    93% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
    Dev: Alagard Software
    Windows

    You must save your lover. To do this, you will have to fight against an evil monsters.You have to collect all gems and cherries in each stages. You will travel through 5 Worlds and fight against Bosses. It won't be an easy journey. So get ready for some real challenge. Good Luck little Fox!

    Why similar: Adventure 44.3%, Indie 33.2%, Pixel Graphics 22.5%

  8. #8 Midsummer Night
    92% matchPositive100% of 36 reviews2020
    Dev: Everlasting Fantasy
    Windows

    Join orphan Klim in his journey through the dense, enchanted forest in search for his missing sister in the wonderfully atmospheric indie game "Midsummer Night".

    Why similar: Adventure 42.7%, Indie 32.8%, Philosophical 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 8%

  9. #9 The Last Day of Adolf
    91% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Fredrik Kristian Jensen
    Windows

    Play as Adolf on his last day in the bunker, the Nazies have lost the war and you get to play out the events that follow with a humorous and dark twist.

    Why similar: Adventure 55.4%, Indie 41.4%, Pixel Graphics 3.2%

  10. #10 裁決者 -The White Butcher-
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Erotes Studio
    Windows

    《裁決者》是款以極權島國為背景的冒險遊戲。遊戲中你將扮演調查局的副局長,並透過裁決案子替國家伸張正義。但在一次裁決中你意外地殺害了摯友「黃義雄」,使你首次對國家產生了疑惑。重重的危機,雨中,客廳等待著你的並不是虛無。而是屋外毫不知情的黃義雄獨生女「黃詠晴」......少女的笑容,開始了你的罪──

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  11. #11 Symploke: Legend of Gustavo Bueno (Chapter 3)
    91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2019
    Dev: Videojuegos Fermín
    Windows

    Symploké: Legend of Gustavo Bueno is a classic point and click adventure set in a Spanish university and inspired in one of the most influential contemporary philosophers in the world. Play Chapter 3 ONLY if you got through Chapter 2.

    Why similar: Philosophical 42.2%, Adventure 33.5%, Indie 24.3%

  12. #12 Monstaal
    90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: WayTew Games
    Windows

    Demolish enemies as a Monstaal, a creature transformed from another realm, as you try to escape the world in story mode or defend it from the horde. Become a champion by taking down bosses and collecting spheres from perished enemies to cleanse the world!

    Why similar: Adventure 48.1%, Indie 32%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%

  13. #13 LETHE: Broken memories
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cuatro Monos Games
    Windows

    Enter into the mind of Alan Zane, a loving husband and father, who is on the brink of losing his memories. Alzheimer's disease is trying to block your way, will you be able to remember your own life?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  14. #14 Walden, a game
    89% matchVery Positive83% of 115 reviews2019
    Dev: USC Game Innovation LabPub: USC Games
    Windows · Mac

    Take on Henry David Thoreau’s classic adventure in living simply in nature as you explore this epic open world game based on the story of Thoreau’s life in the woods alone at Walden Pond.

    Why similar: Philosophical 42.3%, Adventure 32%, Indie 25.7%

  15. #15 夢限ノ夜
    89% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: easttiberi
    Windows

    ◇2時間程度のホラーノベルアドベンチャー◇ 悪夢からは逃げられない。日向ヨウは夢を見た。中学生のころのなつかしい思い出だ。しかし、ヨウにはそのころの記憶がなかった。なぜ記憶がないのか。なぜ、今になって思い出したのか。 ヨウはかつての面影をもとめてなつかしの校舎へ向かう。

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  16. #16 DownWind
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jackson Clarke
    Windows

    Are you ready to leave your home? Join a Little Leaf on a Big Journey.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  17. #17 Potion Paws
    86% matchMixed53% of 85 reviews2020
    Dev: Bitten Toast Games
    Windows

    You’ve decided to take the risk and purchase a run down house in the middle of a spooky forest near a dungeon overrun with monsters.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  18. #18 Erusal
    88% matchMixed41% of 29 reviews2016
    Dev: Space Wedgie, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Discover the secrets of the town of Erusal, escape a horrible maniac, and get spooked by this epistolary horror.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  19. #19 Beyond Minimalism
    86% matchMixed43% of 23 reviews2018
    Dev: SaintHeiserPub: Half-Face Games
    Windows

    This small experimental first person minimalistic style game gives one and only quest for you. Walking around rooms of strange labyrinth look for clues to reach nature.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  20. #20 K'NOSSOS
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Svarun Entertainment
    Windows

    K'NOSSOS is a cold surreal adventure game about a man traveling the unknown reaches of the cosmos and the things he uncovers on his journey.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  21. #21 Den vänstra handens stig
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Newmark Software
    Windows · Mac

    Den vänstra handens stig is a transcendental blackened narrative experience that focuses on courage, determination and sacrifice.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  22. #22 Midnight at the Celestial Palace: Part I
    84% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2017
    Dev: Orrery Games
    Windows

    Midnight at the Celestial Palace: Chapter I is the first episode in an all new fantasy adventure series by Orrery Games and BlipHaus Design.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  23. #23 Ludu
    84% matchMostly Positive75% of 81 reviews2016
    Dev: Léo-Games
    Windows

    Ludu (« ash » in breton) is a free adventure game created with RPG Maker 2003.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  24. #24 反现实症候群γ - Counterrealstic Syndrome γ
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 189 reviews2019
    Dev: Dr.LiaoPub: 迷糊的安安
    Windows

    高楼上的微风轻拂少女的脸庞,她似乎已经准备好去迎接自己的结局。 果然,她期待已久的【银河铁道】已经向她驶来。 奇妙的星空之旅即将展开……

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  25. #25 Waking the Glares - Chapters I and II
    82% matchMixed65% of 52 reviews2017
    Dev: Wisefool Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    How can a book change the universe? Dawnfall’s life has changed deeply, now he must travel and find his way back home.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  26. #26 The Bears And The Bees
    81% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2018
    Dev: Damsel Stone
    Windows

    The Bears And The Bees is a debut adventure that follows the heroic exploits of Beesworth, a baby bee who hasn't got his wings yet. Bounce through a hand crafted world in which bears have kidnapped the queen bee, and everyone is relying on Beesworth to get her back!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  27. #27 Tesla Breaks the World!
    83% matchMostly Negative22% of 63 reviews2014
    Dev: Archetype Global
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Classic 2D platforming that blends elements of: Nikola Tesla, puzzles, inventions, 1800's-era undead and a sprinkling of the maniacal Thomas Edison. Throw in a dash of randomly generating level sectors, a zesty squeeze of items and a pinch of indie love... Tasty!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  28. #28 Occurrence at JCR Outpost
    81% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2016
    Dev: Brandon Brizzi
    Windows

    A scientific mission in Antarctica goes awry when something is released from beneath the ice! Who is friend? Who is foe? Only you can solve the mystery of the Occurrence at JCR Outpost!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  29. #29 Going Nowhere: The Dream
    78% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2017
    Dev: Nowhere Town
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Loren's on a journey through an urban dreamscape, in search for a way to reunite with her long lost friend, Violet. Explore a story in the fray of space and time, where a heightened sense of adventure will lead to many curiosities.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  30. #30 Buratino
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Semjon Uglev
    Windows

    Buratino is a 2D arcade game with light adventure elements for the ZX Spectrum 8-bit computer.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  31. #31 Quatro Luzes
    79% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2015
    Dev: Jardel Elias
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Quatro Luzes (from the Portuguese, Four Lights) is a 3D platformer game, where you have to swap between 4 worlds to proceed, using your brain and skill. You play as Atlas, a girl that lived in a blank, lifeless world, in her adventure to discover 4 colorful new ones!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  32. #32 THE TEAR
    75% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2019
    Dev: Game Gestalt
    Windows

    An immersive VR adventure in a fantastic world.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  33. #33 Slice of Life
    76% matchMixed59% of 27 reviews2017
    Dev: FurGoldGames
    Windows

    What to do when you are alone?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  34. #34 Eternity's Child
    80% matchMostly Negative22% of 77 reviews2008
    Dev: Luc BernardPub: Silver Sphere Studios
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Eternity's Child, a quirky, hand drawn next generation 2D platformer is based on a fairy tale by Luc Bernard. It arrives on Steam with exclusive Steam Only levels and HD Resolution. Features: Beautiful 2D graphics with one of the most unique art direction done in a videogame Orchestral Soundtrack Game to be updated with new levels and...

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  35. #35 The Melody of Dust
    76% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2017
    Dev: Viacom NEXT
    Windows

    Explore a mysterious space from the fevered dreams of musician Hot Sugar and discover over 80 unique melodies in this synesthetic adventure on the HTC Vive

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  36. #36 FALL 坠落之后
    74% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2018
    Dev: 朵游社Pub: Fantasia Studio
    Windows

    小红和小蓝是一对要好的朋友,一次意外使她们从山崖坠落。再次醒来时,周围尽是恐怖的怪物、凄凉的白骨,到处都是危险的陷阱……她们能否成功逃离?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  37. #37 Airglow
    64% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GuiiStudio
    Windows

    You play as a wolf who gets seperated from the pack. Get unexpected help to find your way. Explore the nature and find the unforseen history of your pack.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  38. #38 Investi-Gator: The Case of the Big Crime
    73% matchPositive100% of 38 reviews2019
    Dev: Games By Bees
    Windows

    A short comedy adventure. Investi-Gator is here to solve the crimes! He's not really clear on what the crime is, but he'll do his best. And as long as his brother Insti-Gator is around, he'll ALWAYS have someone to trust!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

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    64% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Myshkin Entertainment
    Windows · Mac

    A walking simulator for cars - or "driving simulator" - about meaninglessness, car parks, and the end of the world. Or is it...?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  40. #40 Downloaded: Fragments of a Forgotten Soul
    75% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2017
    Dev: ThoseBros EntertainmentPub: ThoseBros Entertainment
    Windows

    In this rage worthy game help Keeli, a goddess of technology, find her redemption after falling from grace. Face 8 challenging levels, 3 bosses, and confront your own corruption. Includes Steam Achievements as well as in game side challenges and an amazing soundtrack. Formatted for Keyboard or Controller use.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  41. #41 The Lost And Forgotten: Part 1
    74% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: Abstract Games Studio
    Windows

    After a rough relationship you set for a trip to Monument Valley to rediscover the person you once were.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  42. #42 Dark Train: Coupe
    63% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Paperash Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Dark Train: Coupe is a steampunk visual novel made of paper, story prequel to Dark Train. Be a passenger, listen, discuss and decide what will happen next during your journey through the Border City. Meet Ann Tagrezbung; she is quite lovely, unmechanical and still human...

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  43. #43 Nor'Easter
    63% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Redi Games
    Windows

    Nor’easter is a classic point-and-click adventure game inspired by the lumberjack folklore of Northern America. As a brave jackalope befriend strange, magical creatures, help a lost man find his children and save the woodlands from endless winter!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  44. #44 圣山ShenShan
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: lynchhead
    Windows

    Explore the holy mountain and use equipment and cards to defeat the enemy to discover the value of your existence

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  45. #45 Lit the Torch
    72% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2017
    Dev: Corn EntertainmentPub: IceSimba
    Windows

    Lit the Torch is challenging puzzle platformer with a twist! Players control a Night Watch as they light torches and navigate through a shattered timeline. The twist is that player's can burn a portal into a different time to navigate to new altars and burn a path through obstacles in their time to existing altars.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  46. #46 Bildo
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2017
    Dev: DALESI
    Windows

    Bildo is a 2D platform game in which the player plays the role of Bildo, a boy who saw his homeland consumed and ravaged by The Darkness, and decided to start a quest around the world in search for The Colors. Guided by The Keeper and he will begin his mission to beat The Darkness and restore the Light to Nibiru.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  47. #47 The Witch's Isle
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 70 reviews2017
    Dev: COCOSOLA
    Windows · Mac

    An adventure game that takes place in a dream-like town on a solitary island.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  48. #48 Ana The Game
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Almost Games
    Windows

    If you answer that unknown number, you’re screwed... Are you willing to risk everything … ?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  49. #49 Burning Instinct
    71% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2018
    Dev: Merlin Beer
    Windows

    This game is about the journey of a dragon, beginning right from the start: Popping out of the egg! As a baby dragon, you will encounter many obstacles and difficulties, but as you get more experienced, your dragon gets too! It will learn new abilities, evolve and grow up as you progress!

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  50. #50 KALEIDO STELLA
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2019
    Dev: CHARON
    Windows

    "Does your eye see the stars?" Visual Novel ADV "Kaleidoscope Stella" fighting with the fate of the stars Circle CHARON presents a large-scale latest work set in the universe. Peaceful lives of boys and girls are shattered by the invasion of one alien. In order to protect this blue planet, you have to fight.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  51. #51 Inner Riddle
    58% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Growfall Games
    Windows

    You have awoken in strange and unfamiliar place. Soon you realize that you are not simply locked up. But why? For what reason? In search of answers, you must follow the rules of this place. Puzzles and hard decisions are waiting for you. Will you perish never reaching the end or pass through all obstacles and understand what happened?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  52. #52 Cloudborn
    70% matchMixed51% of 41 reviews2018
    Dev: Logtown Studios AB
    Windows

    NOW OUT OF EARLY ACCESS! Cloudborn is a truly immersive VR exploration/adventure game, an incredible audio-visual experience that will move you into a world of awe and wonder. Explore the remnants of a lost civilization to uncover a hidden fate. Are you ready to ascend?

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  53. #53 Drawn Story
    71% matchMostly Negative33% of 15 reviews2016
    Dev: Vitaly Rekubratskiy
    Windows · Mac

    Play as an artist looking at a painted world. You're able to create new items in this world by simply drawing them. Use your own imagination to lead a stickman character through a variety of puzzles by drawing things he can use. There’s always a few ways to solve each puzzle.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  54. #54 Solas and the White Winter
    69% matchMixed64% of 25 reviews2018
    Dev: Savepoint Studios
    Windows

    "Unlock the tomb and break the cycle.." Solas and the White Winter takes place in a hostile and mysterious land. You play as Solas; a young but determined girl who finds herself locked in a desperate situation.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  55. #55 The Keepers of Pages: Chevengur
    57% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Galitsyn Egor(GG)Pub: Gogol'Game
    Windows

    "The Keepers of Pages" is a puzzle-platformer, inspired by the novel of Russian writer A. Platonow "Chevengur". Find your way through a post-apocalyptic world and collect the lost pages in the realm where the reality of the future is tightly interlaced with the texts of the past.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  56. #56 Grimsfield
    69% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2016
    Dev: Adam Wells
    Windows · Mac

    Grimsfield is a short point & click story game. You take on the role of a deadbeat beatnik poet who lives in an absurdist market town somewhere in the north of England.

    Why similar: Adventure 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

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