Games Like Majestic Nights

California, 1986: A group of friends discover a mysterious pink stone that allows travel between two realms. This gang will live the summer of their lives in an adventure that will get them involved in a government conspiracy. Control five kids with special skills while fighting and solving puzzles.

Why similar: 1980s 47.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, Adventure 13.4%, Action 7.2%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the 1980s aesthetic and adventurous spirit found in the seed game.

Saturday Morning RPG is an episodic JRPG set in world heavily inspired by 1980s Saturday morning cartoons and pop culture.

Why similar: RPG 38.1%, 1980s 30.9%, Comedy 12.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Indie 8%

Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into 1980s nostalgia and episodic, comedic storytelling.

The Occupation is a fixed-time, investigative thriller set in North West England on Saturday 24th October, 1987.

Why similar: 1980s 36.8%, Stealth 31%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Adventure 9.8%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: An investigative thriller set in the 1980s that emphasizes stealth and uncovering government conspiracies.

Stories Untold is a compilation tape of four experimental adventures, including a remaster of the original hit episode “The House Abandon”.

Why similar: 1980s 51.2%, Adventure 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Indie 9.3%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic, experimental mystery game that masterfully utilizes 1980s technology and atmosphere.

Help a woman named Hope escape in a thrilling and topical stealth-action game that explores the perils of government surveillance in the Internet Age.

Why similar: Stealth 51.2%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Adventure 14.4%, Action 7.6%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-adventure game featuring a female protagonist navigating a high-stakes conspiracy.

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Adventure 47.3%, Female Protagonist 21.9%, Story Rich 16.4%, Indie 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, story-rich cyberpunk adventure that excels at building a complex, conspiracy-filled world.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Adventure 37.3%, Female Protagonist 34.4%, RPG 10.4%, Indie 9.6%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused adventure game featuring a strong female lead and a distinct 1990s-adjacent retro vibe.

You are Jillian Cleary: an ex-spy on the run, framed for treason and hunted by your former agency. You must move in secret, survive off the grid, and find a way to clear your name. Old friends and new allies will lend their support; but with the eyes of the world upon you, who can you trust?

Why similar: Stealth 45%, Great Soundtrack 21.6%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Indie 7.5%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused indie title that mirrors the espionage and infiltration mechanics of the seed game.

Oxenfree is a supernatural thriller about a group of friends who unwittingly open a ghostly rift. You are Alex, and you’ve just brought your new stepbrother Jonas to an overnight island party gone horribly wrong.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.1%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Story Rich 20.6%, Adventure 16.3%, Indie 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a supernatural mystery and 1980s-inspired coming-of-age tone that aligns with the seed game's vibe.

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: Adventure 40.3%, Great Soundtrack 23%, Comedy 18.1%, Indie 9.6%, Story Rich 9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style mystery adventure that embraces 1980s tropes and conspiracy-laden humor.

Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 40.2%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Isometric 12%, RPG 11.5%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a compelling female lead, a fantastic soundtrack, and a deeply atmospheric, story-rich world.

Hunt down nightmarish demons and save the town of Miami, AZ in this 80s-themed, isometric action-RPG. With an expansive, interconnected map and open-ended quests, explore freely while unraveling the main story. Kingdom of Night is a unique blend of coming-of-age drama, cosmic horror, and true love.

Why similar: 1980s 45.2%, Isometric 18.7%, RPG 16.9%, Story Rich 7.6%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that embraces 1980s horror and conspiracy themes with a focus on exploration.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.3%, RPG 23.9%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Adventure 8.6%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a strong female protagonist and a mystery-laden plot set in a virtual world.

The stealth genre gets turned on its head in The Marvellous Miss Take – the only heist adventure that invites you to steal with style! Use cunning, guile and the art of deception to grab the loot and escape without getting caught by the guards!

Why similar: Stealth 59.4%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Action 10.9%, Indie 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused game featuring a female protagonist and a unique, lighthearted approach to infiltration.

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Adventure 16.1%, Comedy 15.9%, Story Rich 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure with a distinct visual style and a focus on character relationships.

3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.

Why similar: RPG 30.6%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Comedy 13.9%, Adventure 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi RPG that blends retro aesthetics with a fast-paced, conspiracy-driven narrative.

Aerannis is a mission-based stealth action game set in a world of conspiracy and full of action and assassinations.

Why similar: Stealth 46.5%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, Great Soundtrack 16.4%, Action 8.1%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk stealth-action game featuring a strong female lead and indie-style exploration.

The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33%, Adventure 23.3%, Action 18.4%, Indie 15.2%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, indie action game with a standout soundtrack and a unique, stylized narrative approach.

From the makers of the 2012 Game of the Year: The Walking Dead, comes a thriller based on the award-winning Fables comic books. As Bigby Wolf you will discover that a brutal, bloody murder is just a taste of things to come in a game series where your every decision can have enormous consequences.

Why similar: Adventure 45%, Story Rich 31%, Action 24%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic noir mystery that excels at character-driven storytelling and investigative gameplay.

Prepare to delve into a fascinating world where the forces of technology and magic are embroiled in a vicious struggle! Blurring the lines between the RPG and strategy genres, Megamagic recaptures the unmistakable flavour of the 80s in a game magnified by the incredible music by Mitch Murder.

Why similar: 1980s 37.4%, RPG 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Adventure 12.5%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie action-RPG that utilizes a vibrant, neon-soaked aesthetic reminiscent of the 1980s.

Virginia is a single-player first-person thriller set in a small town with a secret. Experience a missing person investigation through the eyes of graduate FBI agent Anne Tarver.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 39.7%, Adventure 29.9%, Story Rich 17.8%, Indie 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, first-person thriller that focuses on FBI investigation and surreal conspiracy elements.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Adventure 42.2%, Story Rich 21.7%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Indie 16.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy urban fantasy mystery that emphasizes investigation and player choice.

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Why similar: RPG 29.9%, Adventure 22.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Action 12.7%, Indie 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, indie adventure that offers a unique, experimental narrative experience.

The Sexy Brutale — a never-ending masked ball featuring intrigue, murder and the (quite possibly) occult! Relive the same mysterious day where the guests at the casino mansion are being murdered by the staff over and over again...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.1%, Adventure 21%, Stealth 17.6%, Story Rich 10.9%, Indie 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized mystery game that requires investigation and puzzle-solving within a confined, high-stakes setting.

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: Female Protagonist 29.3%, Adventure 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 25.2%, Story Rich 18.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click mystery that emphasizes puzzle-solving and uncovering historical secrets.

Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.

Why similar: RPG 32.3%, Female Protagonist 25.9%, Comedy 20.4%, Adventure 14.1%, Action 7.3%

Bash through gangs of hostile robots and corrupt bosses in this stylish & punchy Action-RPG. As Zoe, a scrappy agile hero, you’ll search for your past while fighting for the future.

Why similar: 1980s 42%, RPG 20.2%, Adventure 12.8%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Action 8%

In a world of magic, your mind is your greatest weapon. Learn the ways of magic and design your own spells to fight enemies, navigate treacherous terrain, and right past wrongs in the kingdom of Mystralia.

Why similar: Adventure 22.7%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, RPG 17.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, Action 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: An adventure game featuring a female protagonist and creative magic-based puzzle mechanics.

The original first‑person cyberpunk horror detective tale set in a decaying, neon‑scarred future. As an Observer who invades minds to hunt for clues, you will sift through corrupted memories to track down a mysterious killer and confront your own dark past.

Why similar: Adventure 31.2%, Stealth 30.5%, Story Rich 26.5%, Indie 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk investigative thriller that leans into dark, conspiracy-heavy themes.

Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.

Why similar: RPG 19.4%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Adventure 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, Story Rich 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven adventure that uses unique mechanics to explore a beautifully crafted world.

Cally's parents have been abducted, as her arch-enemy Herbert has taken control of the Caves to perform his evil experiments. Join Cally and her friends in this action-packed run and gun platformer, conquering insane bosses, exploring to find secrets, and levelling up EVERYTHING.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25%, RPG 23.3%, Great Soundtrack 16.9%, Adventure 15%, Action 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced indie action-adventure featuring a female protagonist and classic platforming.

South of Midnight is a new action-adventure from Compulsion Games. Explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures of the Deep South in this modern folktale while learning to weave an ancient power to surmount obstacles and unravel your family’s hidden past.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 39.7%, Story Rich 20.6%, Adventure 19.5%, Action 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%

Save Persia from mysterious plague!

Why similar: Adventure 37.3%, Great Soundtrack 24.2%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Story Rich 14.2%, Indie 5.4%

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 41.4%, Isometric 22.1%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Adventure 10.4%, Story Rich 8.2%

Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

Why similar: RPG 31.2%, Adventure 24.1%, Female Protagonist 23.7%, Indie 10.6%, Action 10.4%

Explore a memorable 1920s fantasy world where you interact with, befriend and romance hundreds of characters with unique quests, as an already rich and famous heroine.

Why similar: RPG 23.3%, Isometric 22.9%, Female Protagonist 20%, Adventure 15.3%, Story Rich 11%

Love is in the air, but work, life, and spicy Ramen keep getting in the way! From 8 hours to 8 years, this time-jumping saga will change the way you feel about fate forever.

Why similar: RPG 33.2%, Adventure 22.7%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Indie 10%, Female Protagonist 8.4%

A dark comedy RPG set in streets and psyches.

Why similar: RPG 46.5%, Adventure 27.8%, Story Rich 16.7%, Indie 8.9%

The Mercury Man is an isometric game in the action genre with some adventure elements. It is set in the far grim dark future of its unique sci-fi world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.8%, Adventure 20.9%, RPG 17.5%, Indie 11.5%, Action 9.5%

In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.

Why similar: RPG 42.3%, Great Soundtrack 19.2%, Adventure 17.9%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Indie 10%

Card City Nights is not a traditional card-trading game. It's an adventure game with zany characters to meet and weird locations to explore. In the center is our new card battle system that breaks away from the fantasy TCG mold with connecting cards to form combos.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.5%, Indie 26.5%, Adventure 23.5%, Female Protagonist 13.4%

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: Comedy 53.7%, Adventure 23.8%, Indie 12.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Story Rich 1.4%

A private investigator, tracking a missing person, uncovers a conspiracy between humans and androids and a secret that could change everything. Neon Hearts City is a retro point-and-click adventure that thrusts you into a grungy cyberpunk city of the future.

Why similar: Adventure 65.5%, Story Rich 34.5%

JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.1%, Adventure 27.9%, Story Rich 20.4%, Indie 13.6%

Fearmonium is a psychedelic metroidvania where suspense intertwines with humour. Beginning the game as an unpleasant memory, you must progress and become a true phobia by breaking through all boundaries to uncover the most hidden corners of Max's mind.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.2%, Adventure 19.9%, Great Soundtrack 18.9%, Story Rich 14.2%, Action 12.5%

Explore a secret-filled land in this 3D Action-Adventure, where every level is hidden in plain sight! Travel and fight through a vast, unmarked overworld. The next surprise is only a single search away!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.8%, Adventure 27%, Action 17.9%, Indie 13.3%

Princess Love is set to assume the throne of a powerful galactic empire. But when conspirators try to thwart her ascension, Love and her best friend Kel become stranded on an interstellar lighthouse. Prove Love worthy of rule in this thrilling point and click adventure game.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36%, Adventure 31.5%, Story Rich 18.2%, Indie 14.3%

Let one of the most thrilling adventures of your life begin!

Why similar: Adventure 37.9%, Female Protagonist 36.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Story Rich 9%, Indie 3.2%

Bizarre Earthquake is a third-person point & click adventure game. The story is about a seismologist and her assistant who try to uncover the mysteries behind a bizarre earthquake they encounter.

Why similar: Adventure 72.6%, Indie 14.3%, Female Protagonist 13.1%

Noir Syndrome is a procedurally generated Detective Murder-Mystery with a new story every time! Featuring slick pixel art animations and a jazzy soundtrack, the player is thrown right in to a highly stylized vision of film noir.

Why similar: RPG 47.5%, Adventure 34.7%, Indie 17.9%

Be enchanted by a classic style action-packed adventure full of secrets, puzzles, unrequited love, exploration and loads of madness. Discover the amazing story of Khoma and the Witches of Bethem.

Why similar: RPG 40.5%, Adventure 27.4%, Action 17.7%, Indie 14.4%

CONTRAST is a puzzle/platform game where you can move between a fantastic 3D world and a mysterious shadowy universe in 2D in the blink of an eye. Delve into a dreamlike and surreal 1920s world, inspired by the performance art world of vaudeville and film noir, and cradled by a smooth and sultry jazz ambiance.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31%, Female Protagonist 30.9%, Adventure 21.6%, Indie 11.5%, Story Rich 4.9%

Lie, blackmail, and steal your way down The Low Road. Rookie agent Noomi Kovacs must navigate her way through the world of corporate espionage in this dark spy comedy set in the 1970s.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.1%, Adventure 21.7%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Story Rich 11.1%, Indie 9.7%

The Witches Tea Party is a story-driven adventure game with a magical world and colourful characters. There will be small quests, collectables, mysteries, disturbing rooms and multiple endings. Having tea with witches is probably not an easy task...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.7%, Adventure 24.9%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Story Rich 12.2%, Indie 12.1%

Huge RPG in the 16-bit style (Final Fantasy, Breath of Fire etc.), featuring an epic, exciting adventure in a fantasy world and packed full of characters (more than 30!), quests and secrets.

Why similar: RPG 53.7%, Adventure 18.1%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Indie 10.5%, Story Rich 6%

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.3%, RPG 24.6%, Female Protagonist 21.6%, Adventure 12.9%, Action 9.5%

Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30%, Adventure 28.9%, Story Rich 22.6%, Action 18.6%

Fear the Spotlight is an atmospheric third-person horror adventure with a disturbing mystery to unravel. Sneak into school after hours with Vivian and Amy, survive a séance gone wrong, solve tactile puzzles, and, whatever you do, stay out of the spotlight…

Why similar: Stealth 44.7%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Adventure 15.9%, Story Rich 11.4%, Action 8.3%

In a silent world where music is outlawed, play as a singer to shatter the strings of fate and sing the melody of freedom in this unforgiving Turn Based Rhythm JRPG.

Why similar: RPG 33%, Female Protagonist 27.3%, Isometric 25.8%, Story Rich 13.9%