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Games Like Master Reboot

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Adventure, Atmospheric, Indie, Singleplayer.

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Imagine a world where death is no longer final, where precious memories are saved to enjoy forever, where your soul is immortal. Master Reboot is a haunting first-person sci-fi adventure.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 75% — of 700 reviews
Released: 2013-10-29
Developer: Wales Interactive
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 2.9 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 93%

Overview

Master Reboot is a distinct blend of surreal, low-poly aesthetics and existential sci-fi, focusing on the exploration of digital memories and the fragility of the human soul. These recommendations prioritize games that balance atmospheric puzzle-solving, psychological horror, and narratives centered on technology, consciousness, and identity.

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    From the studio that brought you Master Reboot comes a first-person story-driven adventure puzzle game, set in the beautiful, haunting cyber-world of Elysia. Collect unique hand powers, discover multiple endings and choose your own destiny as you unravel the mystery of your digital afterlife.

    Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.2%, Sci-fi 17.2%, Adventure 14%, Puzzle 10.9%, Indie 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game shares the same core DNA of digital afterlife exploration and puzzle-solving.

  2. #2 MIND: Path to Thalamus Enhanced Edition
    96% matchMixed65% of 1,423 reviews2014
    Dev: Pantumaca BarcelonaPub: Talking About Media
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    MIND: Path to Thalamus is a First Person Puzzler that throws you into a fantastic and surreal environment. You will bend the natural elements to your will in order to progress in this emotive, mindbending tale. Now also in Virtual Reality!

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 28.9%, Surreal 22.2%, Puzzle 12.7%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Adventure 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A surreal, first-person puzzle game that mirrors the dream-like environment and atmospheric exploration of Master Reboot.

  3. #3 Observer: System Redux
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 2,923 reviews2020
    Dev: Bloober TeamPub: Bloober Team SA
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    A first‑person cyberpunk horror detective story 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: Cyberpunk 21.8%, Walking Simulator 20.4%, Psychological Horror 15.4%, Horror 14.3%, Surreal 14%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of cyberpunk aesthetics and psychological horror as you investigate memories within a digital landscape.

  4. #4 SOMA
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 51,186 reviews2015
    Dev: Frictional Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    From the creators of Amnesia: The Dark Descent comes SOMA, a sci-fi horror game set below the waves of the Atlantic ocean. Struggle to survive a hostile world that will make you question your very existence.

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 18%, Walking Simulator 16.7%, Horror 15%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Atmospheric 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of existential sci-fi that explores the same themes of digital consciousness and identity in a haunting, atmospheric setting.

  5. #5 SIGNALIS
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 32,665 reviews2022
    Dev: rose-enginePub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.8%, Cyberpunk 18.2%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Atmospheric 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi psychological horror game that deeply explores themes of memory, identity, and loss in a decaying, surreal world.

  6. #6 Ether One
    94% matchMostly Positive73% of 449 reviews2014
    Dev: White Paper Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Ether One is a first person adventure that deals with the fragility of the human mind. There are two paths in the world you can choose from. At its core is a story exploration path free from puzzles where you can unfold the story at your own pace.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.3%, Puzzle 12.7%, Adventure 12.2%, First-Person 11.2%, Exploration 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the exploration of fragmented memories through puzzle-solving, closely matching the narrative structure of the seed game.

  7. #7 NaissanceE
    93% matchVery Positive84% of 4,298 reviews2014
    Dev: Limasse Five
    Windows
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    NaissanceE is an obscure and magical first person exploration game, a philosophical trip and an artistic experience. The adventure takes place in a primitive mysterious structure and the game mainly consists to explore and feel the deep and strong ambiance of this atemporal world.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.9%, Surreal 16.4%, Exploration 11.7%, Atmospheric 11.4%, First-Person 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: An abstract, atmospheric first-person exploration game that emphasizes scale and surreal, architectural environments.

  8. #8 The Talos Principle
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 32,778 reviews2014
    Dev: CroteamPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    The Talos Principle is a first-person puzzle game in the tradition of philosophical science fiction. Made by Croteam and written by Tom Jubert (FTL, The Swapper) and Jonas Kyratzes (The Sea Will Claim Everything).

    Why similar: Puzzle 29.9%, Sci-fi 22.8%, Atmospheric 15.2%, First-Person 13.4%, Exploration 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers philosophical sci-fi puzzle-solving within a simulated environment that challenges the nature of existence.

  9. #9 ECHO
    92% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,822 reviews2017
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    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    After a century in stasis the girl En arrives at her destination: A Palace out of legend. Out here, using forgotten technologies, she hopes to bring back a life that shouldn’t have been lost. But nothing could prepare her for what she’ll face in the ancient halls below.

    Why similar: Sci-fi 22.8%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Horror 12.5%, Atmospheric 10.5%, Adventure 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi stealth-puzzler that features shifting, surreal environments and a focus on the player's own actions.

  10. #10 The Swapper
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 7,539 reviews2013
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    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

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    Why similar: Sci-fi 28.8%, Puzzle 25%, Atmospheric 17.7%, Psychological Horror 11.3%, Indie 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A thought-provoking sci-fi puzzle game that deals with the duplication of consciousness and identity.

  11. #11 Observation
    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,112 reviews2020
    Dev: No CodePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Observation is a sci-fi thriller uncovering what happened to Dr. Emma Fisher, and the crew of her mission, through the lens of the station’s artificial intelligence S.A.M.

    Why similar: Adventure 17.4%, Sci-fi 16.9%, Horror 15.3%, Indie 12.5%, Psychological Horror 12%

    Why You'll Like It: Puts you in the role of an AI on a space station, focusing on mystery and environmental interaction in a sci-fi setting.

  12. #12 Soul Axiom Rebooted
    90% matchMostly Positive77% of 87 reviews2020
    Dev: Wales Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    The new enhanced edition of Soul Axiom - a first-person story-driven adventure puzzle game, set in the beautiful, haunting cyber-world of Elysia. Collect unique hand powers, discover multiple endings and choose your own destiny as you unravel the mystery of your digital afterlife.

    Why similar: Adventure 35.6%, Indie 24.3%, Cyberpunk 19.6%, Sci-fi 12%, Puzzle 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: The enhanced version of the spiritual successor, offering updated visuals and refined mechanics.

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.7%, Psychological 16.7%, Horror 14%, Surreal 10.2%, Atmospheric 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A first-person atmospheric horror game with a distinct, surreal aesthetic and exploration focus.

  17. #17 Hollowbody
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 1,582 reviews2024
    Dev: Headware Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.8%, Cyberpunk 20.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Futuristic 9.7%, Puzzle 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric survival horror game that emphasizes environmental storytelling and exploration.

  18. #18 Homesick
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,438 reviews2015
    Dev: Lucky Pause
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.8%, Atmospheric 15.2%, Horror 13.8%, Puzzle 12.2%, Exploration 9.8%

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  19. #19 Layers of Fear
    84% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,635 reviews2023
    Dev: Anshar StudiosPub: Bloober Team SA
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    Why similar: Psychological Horror 20%, Psychedelic 19.2%, Horror 14.2%, Walking Simulator 12.6%, Atmospheric 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game known for its shifting, surreal environments that mirror the disorienting nature of Master Reboot.

  20. #20 Museum of Monoliths
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    Windows

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  21. #21 The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
    83% matchVery Positive88% of 8,955 reviews2014
    Dev: The Astronauts
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.5%, Atmospheric 14.8%, Horror 13.6%, Exploration 8.6%, First-Person 8.4%

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  22. #22 ZERO PROTOCOL
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 597 reviews2024
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%

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    Windows
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    Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.2%, Horror 17.5%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Adventure 13.5%, First-Person 8.8%

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    Windows
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    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 103 reviews2021
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    Windows

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    Windows

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    79% matchVery Positive83% of 3,624 reviews2017
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    Windows

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    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,906 reviews2017
    Dev: Bloober Team SAPub: Bloober Team
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    75% matchVery Positive96% of 155 reviews2025
    Dev: TOR2
    Windows

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    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Windows
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    73% matchVery Positive90% of 894 reviews2018
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    Dev: Angry Demon Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    In this future viking horror you awake in a sanctuary of steel and concrete, built to research and exploit the worlds of Yggdrasil, and to house an artifact, buried in the earth aeons ago.First person with a futuristic Norse mythology story. Horror adventure in the realms of Yggdrasil.

    Why similar: Horror 28.2%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Adventure 13.2%, Atmospheric 9.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%

  51. #51 Vertigo Remastered
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 1,584 reviews2020
    Dev: Zach Tsiakalis-BrownPub: Zulubo Productions
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    An immersive story-driven shooter incorporating the cutting edge of VR gameplay, Vertigo Remastered is a complete overhaul and occasional reimagining of the 2016 original.

    Why similar: Sci-fi 30.5%, Adventure 22%, Indie 16.5%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Action 10.8%

  52. #52 Restless Dreams
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2026
    Dev: Room410
    Windows

    Before you realize it, dreams have become a curse. Wander through a darkened room and descend into the depths of her mind. A story-driven first-person horror game that leads you into an abyss of anguish and despair. Dedicated to those who once pursued their dreams—and to those who still do.

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.6%, Horror 16.8%, Surreal 13.2%, Walking Simulator 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.2%

  53. #53 CRUSH DEPTH
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2025
    Dev: Earth Giant
    Windows

    CRUSH DEPTH is first-person sci-fi horror game set at the bottom of the ocean. A salvage operation that would set you up for life goes sideways when you realize you're not alone down there. You'll solve puzzles and run from danger as you uncover the mysterious fate of Eclipse Station.

    Why similar: Horror 20.1%, Sci-fi 19.9%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Puzzle 12.1%, Exploration 10.6%

  54. #54 RESTORER
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Beshbarmak games
    Windows

    RESTORER is a classic walking simulator set in an old, atmospheric mansion. Something roams the halls… It wants to share its secret—with the price being your sanity.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 23%, Psychedelic 21.4%, Psychological Horror 20.9%, Horror 10.5%, Atmospheric 9.5%

  55. #55 Prison Loop
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 69 reviews2024
    Dev: Leakage Games
    Windows

    Embark on a journey of anomalies and repetition in "Prison Loop," a captivating indie puzzle game. Trapped in a mysterious temporal loop within a high-security prison, your objective is to observe anomalies throughout the environment.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.8%, Psychological Horror 15.1%, Psychological 14.1%, Surreal 12.9%, Horror 10%

  56. #56 Inner Chains
    71% matchMixed48% of 600 reviews2017
    Dev: Telepaths TreePub: IMGN.PRO
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    An FPS horror game set in a surreal, dark and deadly biomechanical world never seen before. Humankind is just a small part of a hostile universe. Want to survive? Discover its secrets.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.5%, Surreal 15.1%, Horror 14%, Psychedelic 10.6%, Psychological Horror 10.3%

  57. #57 S.W.A.N.: Chernobyl Unexplored
    69% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2021
    Dev: VolframePub: Art Games Studio S.A.
    Windows

    S.W.A.N.: Chernobyl Unexplored is a science fiction FPS puzzle horror game, which takes place a few months after the Chernobyl Nuclear Plant disaster. Experience a tale about an unexplored area within the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone - The S.W.A.N. Institute.

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.4%, Walking Simulator 16.7%, Horror 12.8%, Surreal 10%, Psychedelic 8.6%

  58. #58 The Fall
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 3,697 reviews2014
    Dev: Over The Moon
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Take the role of ARID, the artificial intelligence within a high-tech combat suit. The Fall is a unique combination of adventure-game puzzle solving and side-scroller action, all set within a dark and atmospheric story. Get ready for a disturbing journey as you explore the world of The Fall.

    Why similar: Sci-fi 26.4%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Adventure 12.1%, Puzzle 10.8%, Cyberpunk 10%

  59. #59 Rise of Insanity
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,274 reviews2018
    Dev: Red Limb Studio
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    In Rise of Insanity, as a doctor of psychology you will explore the darkest recesses of the human mind. Overcome your fear to find the truth behind the tragedy that has befallen your family.

    Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.3%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Horror 13.8%, Psychedelic 12.7%, Surreal 10%

  60. #60 The Medium
    65% matchVery Positive89% of 9,958 reviews2021
    Dev: Bloober TeamPub: Bloober Team SA
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    A third‑person psychological horror game where you explore both the real world and the spirit realm. As a medium drawn to a deserted resort, you’ll uncover dark secrets, confront echoes of trauma, and face the consequences of seeing more than one truth.

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Horror 17.8%, Psychological 12.4%, Adventure 11.9%, Female Protagonist 11.6%

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