Games Like MANDAGON

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

Why similar: Adventure 36.5%, Atmospheric 30.4%, Indie 16.6%, 2D 12.2%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the philosophical depth and atmospheric, melancholic tone of Mandagon through its minimalist exploration.

Himno is a peaceful, 2D platformer game with an infinite number of beautiful procedurally generated maps. Take a breath, and relax.

Why similar: Platformer 37%, Pixel Graphics 26.9%, 2D 13.1%, Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a relaxing, non-violent platforming experience that emphasizes fluid movement and a peaceful, atmospheric aesthetic.

A fly ascends to the skies, pondering the pointlessness of its brief existence.

Why similar: Atmospheric 30.8%, Indie 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 16.4%, Relaxing 6.2%, Casual 6%

Why You'll Like It: Like Mandagon, this is a short, free-to-play experience that relies on atmosphere and a sense of journey to convey its narrative.

The Way of Life makes the player relive the same life's experiences from the point of view of three characters of different ages: an adult, an old man and a child.

Why similar: Indie 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 17%, Walking Simulator 16.5%, Adventure 16.2%, Atmospheric 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: It explores deep philosophical questions about existence through a contemplative, narrative-driven lens.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Atmospheric 18.2%, Relaxing 15.8%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is the quintessential atmospheric journey game, focusing on silent storytelling and a profound, spiritual sense of exploration.

You're stranded at a cathedral-like train station in the near future, searching for a ticket out of town. Explore the secret passageways, interact with strangers, dig for records, and get hypnotized by the soundtrack – a batch of original music courtesy of the band, Archie Pelago.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.9%, Indie 19.3%, Adventure 19.1%, Atmospheric 12.9%, Walking Simulator 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: This surreal walking simulator provides a unique, atmospheric experience that encourages slow-paced discovery.

A mysterious trip to gorgeous and surreal lands, players explore the unknown and harness mystical powers which have been hidden in the valley for centuries.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 32%, Platformer 21.6%, Adventure 16.2%, Indie 11.7%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the same pixel-art charm and focus on exploration and discovery found in Mandagon.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.8%, Platformer 20.5%, Atmospheric 17.5%, Indie 8.2%, Relaxing 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, emotional platformer that uses its artistic style to explore themes of grief and healing without the need for dialogue.

Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives.

Why similar: Platformer 39.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Indie 8.9%, Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a focus on non-linear exploration and puzzle-solving within a beautifully crafted, mysterious world.

Lost in a weird city in the middle of the desert and surrounded by strange creatures that keep staring at you. This is a game about exploring the unknown and solving puzzles... lots of them! Don't be fooled by the looks, this isn't a point & click adventure.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 42.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Indie 12.7%, Adventure 12.2%, 2D 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes the joy of discovery and puzzle-solving in an abstract, atmospheric world.

Marie's Room is a short story exploration game about an unconventional friendship between two classmates. You play as Kelsey, remembering Marie's room as it was twenty years ago. But something’s off. What happened to Marie?

Why similar: Atmospheric 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Story Rich 15.7%, Indie 10.5%, Adventure 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, story-rich experience that focuses on environmental storytelling and the emotional resonance of a single location.

A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.

Why similar: Atmospheric 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Relaxing 14%, Adventure 13.1%, Indie 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game intertwines a touching story about life and death with exploration, mirroring the emotional weight of Mandagon.

A machine ponders its loneliness. It scans the radio spectrum for an answer to its question.

Why similar: Atmospheric 26.5%, Indie 23.7%, Adventure 15%, 2D 14.2%, Casual 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric puzzle game that relies on environmental cues to guide the player through its mysterious setting.

Guide a group of rectangles through 120 levels, using their different skills together to overcome a series of obstacles in each environment. Discover the human-made story of the first sentient artificial intelligences with Danny Wallace’s BAFTA-winning narration.

Why similar: Platformer 41.7%, Atmospheric 13.6%, 2D 12.6%, Mystery 9.2%, Story Rich 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist platformer that uses simple shapes and a powerful narrator to explore complex themes of purpose and connection.

Dawn is an atmospheric 3D platformer in which players guide a druidic creature named Ash through a beautiful environment to bring life and light back to a dead tree at the center of the world.

Why similar: Adventure 52.4%, Atmospheric 22.5%, Casual 20.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a casual, atmospheric adventure experience that focuses on the beauty of its environment.

The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes.

Why similar: Platformer 42.8%, Pixel Graphics 27.2%, Indie 12%, Adventure 9.4%, 2D 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It incorporates spiritual and reincarnation themes into a 2D platforming adventure, aligning well with Mandagon's theological inspiration.

A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 37.7%, Story Rich 15.7%, Adventure 15.1%, 2D 14.6%, Indie 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional adventure game that deals with themes of loss and hope, similar to the contemplative nature of Mandagon.

A 2D action-adventure through a surreal, subconscious world. Explore moody dungeons, buildings, and atmospheric lands, evoked by dreamy music and visuals. Help the human Young awaken from their dream!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 30.6%, Atmospheric 14.6%, 2D 14.4%, Adventure 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features a surreal, dreamlike world rendered in pixel art that invites players to explore its strange and philosophical landscape.

Kevin is fed up with his game. Follow him in this atmospheric, dark and funny journey and fulfil his dreams. Is it even possible to escape?

Why similar: Platformer 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 21.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Atmospheric 9.6%, 2D 9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a simple, pixel-art adventure that focuses on exploration and interacting with a mysterious environment.

You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

Why similar: Platformer 47.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.8%, 2D 11.1%, Indie 10%, Adventure 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A nostalgic, retro-inspired platformer that emphasizes exploration and discovery in a challenging but rewarding world.

SBBP is a 2D platformer with pixel graphics. Blue boy’s girlfriend is kidnapped by aliens so he goes through 21 levels to save her and he also fight bosses along the way.

Why similar: Platformer 35.6%, Pixel Graphics 30%, 2D 13.8%, Indie 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that captures the simple, focused gameplay loop found in many indie adventure titles.

Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?

Why similar: Platformer 33.9%, Atmospheric 20.7%, Adventure 14.1%, Indie 9.7%, Story Rich 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the feeling of a solitary, atmospheric journey across a desolate but beautiful landscape.

Journey to another planet and discover its secrets in order to bring your loved one back to life. Experience an adventure, inspired by old school classics like Another World, Heart of Darkness and Flashback.

Why similar: Platformer 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 25.5%, Adventure 15.6%, Indie 9.9%, 2D 8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines classic platforming with a story-driven adventure, echoing the structure of Mandagon.

Imagine waking up on a small dock with no recollection of who you are or how you got there. The first person you find is a grumpy, old man who enlists you to work on his ferry boat which seems to have materialized behind you.

Why similar: Adventure 37.9%, Indie 31.1%, Atmospheric 22.8%, Walking Simulator 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, experimental indie game that focuses on atmosphere and a unique, singular narrative experience.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23.8%, Relaxing 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Adventure 13.6%, Indie 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, relaxing game that encourages players to explore a beautiful mountain at their own leisure.

Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.

Why similar: Platformer 32.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Adventure 13.5%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Indie 6.8%

Experience award-winning Flower, now available on PC. Flower lets you take control of the wind as you explore and navigate beautiful, lush environments.

Why similar: Relaxing 28%, Atmospheric 23%, Adventure 16.9%, Indie 11.8%, Exploration 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, meditative experience that focuses on the harmony between the player and the environment.

From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.

Why similar: Relaxing 25.1%, Great Soundtrack 22.8%, Atmospheric 20.5%, Adventure 10%, Exploration 6%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a serene, visually stunning underwater exploration experience that prioritizes mood over traditional challenge.

404Sight is a free game made in support of net neutrality. It’s a 3D playground runner influenced by parkour running with the addition of a special ping ability that reveals areas that can speed the player up or slow them down.

Why similar: Indie 52.3%, Great Soundtrack 43%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: While more kinetic, it shares an atmospheric, indie-developed world that encourages players to move through it with purpose.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Platformer 52.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Indie 12.5%, 2D 10%, Puzzle 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that uses its mechanics to tell a complex, philosophical story about time and regret.

A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.

Why similar: Platformer 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 23.5%, Atmospheric 9.2%, 2D 8.8%, Adventure 8.6%

The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas’ latest creation; Knytt Underground. In this Knytteration; humans have long since abandoned the planet after practically destroying it in a war, five hundred years ago.

Why similar: Platformer 47.1%, Indie 13.1%, Adventure 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features a vast, atmospheric world designed for peaceful exploration and platforming at the player's own pace.

“Happiness is only real when shared, especially with a water drop”. (Isn’t that how it goes?). Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in the greatest journey you’ll ever set out on with the cutest friend.

Why similar: Platformer 53.9%, Indie 13.8%, Adventure 13.1%, 2D 11.1%, Casual 5.5%

A surreal first person walking sim about the end of humanity. Explore magnificent sky-bound ruins, and learn why they were built.

Why similar: Atmospheric 20.8%, Adventure 18.9%, Walking Simulator 14.6%, Relaxing 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%

The NADI Project it is a free-to-play, first person graphic adventure, in which you will face various obstacles to escape from your destiny.

Why similar: Adventure 28.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Indie 13.4%, Mystery 12.3%, Story Rich 8.1%

A new chapter of charming 3D platformer about the little rusty robot C4N who unwittingly finds himself in the midst of momentous events in Robo Land. In order to solve the new riddle, Canny will once again need to run and jump a lot, solve puzzles, and fight against enemies who are much bigger and stronger than he is.

Why similar: Adventure 32%, Great Soundtrack 18.5%, Indie 17.1%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Exploration 5.1%

Mystical puzzle quest game in a gloomy minimalism style will tell you a story of a person who's got himself into a camera, and from which there is no way out it seems. Experimental gameplay diluted with a pinch of a philosophy, that's what SORE is.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 33.6%, Atmospheric 18.4%, Indie 12.1%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D 10.3%

Blameless is a mysterious first-person adventure with primary focus on puzzle solving and short story. The player will appear in a role of an architect trying to investigate strange happenings, after discovering evidence of an act of violence.

Why similar: Adventure 29.7%, Indie 19.2%, Mystery 18.7%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Multiplayer 8.6%

Explore Dodd's local museum in this short and sweet, casual and relaxing side-scroller adventure! Visit various exhibits within the museum's four wings and talk to various characters along the way!

Why similar: Relaxing 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, 2D 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Casual 9.5%

A short and mysterious free point and click adventure game, inspired by the feeling of oddness in an everyday situation.

Why similar: 2D 18.4%, Atmospheric 18.1%, Mystery 15.1%, Story Rich 12.9%, Adventure 11.3%

Red Trigger is an FPS Puzzle game inspired by Portal, Antichamber and more. Use a gun that can expand or retract red blocks. The catch? You can only expand three blocks at a time - so you need to manage your energy wisely.

Why similar: Atmospheric 28.2%, Mystery 24.1%, Story Rich 21.4%, Adventure 20.4%, Puzzle 6%

Mondealy: Day One is a prologue for the 2D adventure game Mondealy. You can see how adventures in the magical kingdom of Dargratt begin.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.8%, Relaxing 14.3%, Atmospheric 13.1%, 2D 12.3%, Adventure 11%

TE120 is a short single player experience set in the Half-Life Universe featuring a gravity defying weapon that allows you to jump buildings and sustain large falls. The story takes place at a mysterious date & location. Where are you? Why have you been sent?

Why similar: Atmospheric 37.1%, Indie 20.2%, Adventure 14.1%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Singleplayer 10.1%

Explore a mysterious abandoned bunker and find notes that paint a disturbing picture.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 30.4%, Atmospheric 17.6%, Adventure 16.2%, Indie 13.6%, Walking Simulator 9.5%

A 15 minute heist game by Crows Crows Crows & Directed by William Pugh (The Stanley Parable). Slip into the soft-soled shoes of the mastermind responsible for the greatest heist- oh god I can’t do this any more, i’m joining the strike. good luck writing the steam description. -tina

Why similar: Indie 28.8%, Walking Simulator 22.2%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Story Rich 11.3%, Adventure 11%

Can you save the world from an unknown destiny?

Why similar: Platformer 31.2%, Pixel Graphics 25%, Adventure 11.1%, Mystery 9.9%, Indie 9.4%

The world was plunged into chaos following an accident at a bio-weapon research facility. 100% of the earth's population has been infected. There is an antidote that blocks infection from the airborne strain of the virus, but the effect is temporary.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 56.7%, 2D 21.4%, Indie 19.2%, Singleplayer 2.7%

You are the Mooseman and you have the ability to see all that is hidden to the mortal eye. You are about to visit three layers of this universe - the first one is the Lower World where dead reside…

Why similar: Atmospheric 22.4%, Great Soundtrack 22.3%, Adventure 19.8%, Indie 15.7%, 2D 11%

Play as a farmer who struggles to manage a failing farm. You come to a point where there is no more hope, and you must do something.

Why similar: Atmospheric 31.2%, Adventure 28.9%, 2D 17%, Story Rich 12.3%, Singleplayer 5.4%

Emily is Away is an interactive story. Create a screenname and choose your path through the branching narrative.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.7%, Story Rich 25.5%, Indie 19.9%, Singleplayer 7.2%, Adventure 6.9%

Against explosive firepower, bitter cold, and dizzying heights, Fork Parker must outwit a group of no-talent game developers in a deadly holiday promotional game. Also, it's free.

Why similar: Platformer 45.7%, Pixel Graphics 23.7%, Adventure 10.1%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 9.7%

Trick or treating in a vampire's house.Trick & Treat is a light-hearted Halloween adventure. It's about exploring and solving puzzles in a spooky atmosphere. There will be some horror elements, romance, many bad ends and a happy ending of true love.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 50.6%, Adventure 21.1%, Indie 16.4%, Casual 5.9%, Puzzle 2.7%

Grab your shiny helmet and trusty sword, gather all the valor and honor you have, and show everyone, what being the true knight actually means!

Why similar: Adventure 41.6%, Indie 28%, 2D 27.3%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Refunct is a peaceful, short first-person platformer about restoring a vibrant world.

Why similar: Platformer 32.9%, Relaxing 20.2%, Great Soundtrack 17.5%, Atmospheric 11.9%, Adventure 8.3%

A film noir style audio-visual novella. A mysterious woman... a string of murders... and a man with a hidden past.

Why similar: Mystery 41.6%, Indie 36%, Atmospheric 17.7%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Sono is a 2D exploration game where players effortlessly glide through an abstract microcosm collecting lost fragments of sound.

Why similar: Adventure 23.6%, Relaxing 21.1%, Indie 19.6%, Atmospheric 15.6%, Casual 10.5%

In this free 3D adventure, explore someone's mind and discover their secrets in a surreal story about a father, son, Asian-America and more. Explore a dying father's "Memory World", and travel to familiar, supernatural spaces. By Melos, co-creator of Anodyne and Angeline Era.

Why similar: Atmospheric 26.9%, Story Rich 25.1%, Adventure 24.9%, Walking Simulator 17.9%, Singleplayer 5.3%

With your final build missing, and only till the end of the night to publish his game, Warren must take up the difficult adventure to make a new build before the end of the night through whatever means necessary. Join Warren's quest to publish his title before the end of the night and become an indie dev.

Why similar: Indie 46%, Adventure 43.6%, Singleplayer 5.7%, Casual 4.6%

Only If is a surreal first person adventure-puzzle game. It takes idiom into reality.

Why similar: Adventure 33.1%, Indie 20.1%, Atmospheric 16%, Walking Simulator 12.7%, Puzzle 6%

Tengami is an atmospheric adventure game set inside a Japanese pop-up book. Fold and slide the beautifully crafted paper world to solve puzzles and discover secrets.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Atmospheric 14.2%, Adventure 12.5%, Relaxing 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%