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Games Like Monologue: Winter melancholy

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

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In this short but profound story, you will discover that the New Year is not only fun, but also a time for self-reflection. Immerse yourself in an emotional journey that will leave you thoughtful and perhaps with a new perspective on the meaning of this holiday.

Reviews: Very Positive — 83% — of 76 reviews
Released: 2023-12-11
Developer: ProjectKukuevo
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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  2. #2 HOPE: Winter Tale
    96% matchVery Positive99% of 79 reviews2024
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    Why similar: Visual Novel 33.2%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Drama 13.4%, Modern 13.4%, Adventure 10.7%

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    Windows
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    Unwording is a short but powerful exploration of overcoming negative self-talk. Solve word puzzles, explore the neighborhood through multiple perspectives, and help Tom have a better day through a challenging yet cathartic experience.

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    Why similar: Visual Novel 36.9%, Hand-drawn 16.9%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Adventure 10.9%

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    94% matchVery Positive99% of 69 reviews2024
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    92% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2021
    Dev: Provodnik Games
    Windows · Linux

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    Why similar: Text-Based 22.5%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.3%, Modern 9.3%, Multiple Endings 8%

  11. #11 Home
    89% matchVery Positive100% of 127 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Drama 15.8%, Emotional 15.1%, Adventure 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9%

  12. #12 Yukiiro Sign
    90% matchVery Positive88% of 74 reviews2023
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    Windows

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  13. #13 In His Time
    89% matchVery Positive86% of 51 reviews2023
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    88% matchVery Positive86% of 206 reviews2020
    Dev: Tonguç Bodur
    Windows

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    86% matchVery Positive88% of 69 reviews2026
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    Windows

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  17. #17 Countdown
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    Windows

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    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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    83% matchVery Positive84% of 606 reviews2016
    Dev: DeXP
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Windows

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    Dev: Buff Studio
    Windows · Linux

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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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    78% matchVery Positive94% of 2,710 reviews2018
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 18%

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    79% matchMixed69% of 78 reviews2023
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    80% matchMixed57% of 163 reviews2020
    Dev: Insatiable CyclePub: Whitethorn Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%

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    Why similar: Text-Based 31.2%, Visual Novel 28.7%, Multiple Endings 19.4%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Emotional 8.6%

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    78% matchVery Positive84% of 342 reviews2019
    Dev: La Belle GamesPub: ARTE France
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%

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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Dev: Lysehvit
    Windows · Mac

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    77% matchVery Positive89% of 65 reviews2019
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  37. #37 Dordogne
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,483 reviews2023
    Dev: UN JE NE SAIS QUOIPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.

    Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.3%, Atmospheric 18.3%, Emotional 16.5%, Family Friendly 16.4%, Adventure 12.6%

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    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 272 reviews2020
    Dev: doBellPub: indienova
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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  39. #39 Dream on
    70% matchVery Positive98% of 226 reviews2025
    Dev: Alice Karaush
    Windows

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    73% matchVery Positive96% of 256 reviews2020
    Dev: KO_OP
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%

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    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,768 reviews2022
    Dev: Sondering Studio
    Windows

    What do you do when you lose someone you love? A Taste of the Past is an emotional sidescroller about reconnecting with your Chinese culture while navigating a train to the afterlife. Featuring a wholesome story, cooking minigames, and hope.

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  42. #42 Actual Sunlight
    75% matchMostly Positive74% of 611 reviews2014
    Dev: WZOGI
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    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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    Why similar: Visual Novel 46.3%, Adventure 43.9%, Singleplayer 9.8%

  43. #43 Winter Voices
    76% matchMixed66% of 274 reviews2010
    Dev: Clara Lehenaff
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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    71% matchVery Positive98% of 185 reviews2021
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    72% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2020
    Dev: CupcakeTime TeamPub: Phoenix_co
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    72% matchMostly Positive80% of 153 reviews2022
    Dev: Team HindsightPub: Annapurna Interactive
    Windows · Mac

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    71% matchVery Positive81% of 81 reviews2024
    Dev: Cotton Game
    Windows · Mac

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    69% matchVery Positive96% of 96 reviews2024
    Dev: たにからきぬまで
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    71% matchVery Positive88% of 446 reviews2020
    Dev: Unexpected
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    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    70% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2023
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    Windows

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    69% matchVery Positive91% of 97 reviews2023
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  52. #52 Fireside Feelings
    65% matchVery Positive98% of 276 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Empreintes
    Windows

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  53. #53 Beacon Pines
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,195 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%

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    68% matchVery Positive93% of 232 reviews2021
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    Dev: MALGOW
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    66% matchVery Positive88% of 3,158 reviews2022
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    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    67% matchVery Positive98% of 296 reviews2021
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    66% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2023
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    63% matchVery Positive100% of 275 reviews2025
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