Games Like Near-Mage

Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure set within a mysterious book. Sneak out late, make new friends, uncover hidden truths, and collect words that will change the course of fate!

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Point & Click 14.2%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Story Rich 12.4%, Exploration 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Like Near-Mage, this title uses a unique choice-based narrative system set in a cozy, hand-drawn world with a strong emphasis on story.

Wytchwood is a crafting adventure game set in a land of gothic fables and fairytales. As the old witch of the woods, explore a strange countryside, collect magic ingredients, brew sorcerous spells, and pass judgement upon a capricious cast of characters.

Why similar: Magic 27.6%, Story Rich 15%, Fantasy 14%, Exploration 11.3%, Atmospheric 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the folklore-rich atmosphere and crafting-heavy gameplay found in Near-Mage's exploration of Transylvania.

Immerse yourself in an enchanting narrative experience as Fortuna, a fortune-teller Witch condemned to exile on her asteroid home. Craft your own Tarot deck, regain your freedom, and shape the fate of the cosmic Witch society.

Why similar: Magic 27.2%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Choices Matter 16.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Fantasy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game features deep narrative choices and a magical setting that mirrors the focus on crafting your own destiny through spells.

Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a fantasy adventure about an aspiring witch who delivers packages to the townspeople of a small island. Explore every cranny and soar through the sky with your magic broom.

Why similar: Magic 31.5%, Open World 15.4%, Exploration 11%, Visual Novel 10.6%, Fantasy 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This cozy adventure focuses on the life of a young witch, sharing the same whimsical and relaxing exploration vibe.

You have been invited to attend a magical school. You can make new friends, learn spells, face exams, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.8%, Magic 21.5%, Fantasy 11.2%, Character Customization 11%, Choices Matter 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is a perfect match for the magic school setting, focusing heavily on visual novel elements and life-management choices.

Little Witch in the Woods tells the story of Ellie, an apprentice witch. Explore the mystical forest, help the charming residents, and experience the daily life of the witch.

Why similar: Magic 39%, Open World 21.4%, Story Rich 15.1%, Exploration 9.5%, Casual 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar cute, magic-focused experience with simulation and exploration elements centered on a young apprentice.

Walk the path of a legendary mage, combining four different schools of magic to devastating effects.

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 31.9%, Magic 22.5%, Adventure 13.3%, Fantasy 11.8%, Casual 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is an interactive fiction game that leans heavily into the magic school and choice-based narrative themes.

WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!

Why similar: Magic 27.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.4%, Story Rich 15%, Character Customization 13.7%, Exploration 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It blends RPG mechanics with a charming, magic-focused narrative that feels very similar to the progression in Near-Mage.

A hand-drawn adventure blending visual novel storytelling with point-and-click puzzles. Explore a vibrant yet dangerous oasis city where humans and animals live side by side. Meet unforgettable characters, trade and combine quirky items, and solve challenging puzzle-dungeons filled with mystery.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.7%, Hand-drawn 17%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Story Rich 10.8%, Mystery 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, narrative-rich point-and-click adventure that emphasizes exploration and story over combat.

Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.9%, Adventure 16.4%, Fantasy 10%, Story Rich 8.3%, Hand-drawn 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click adventure that features a deep, magical fantasy world and a young protagonist learning the ropes.

Live the day-to-day of a magic school student! Whimel Academy is a cozy magic school simulation game. Manage your time and balance between studying magic, part-time jobs, and befriending (or romance) classmates in this wholesome and enchanting world!

Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.2%, Magic 18%, Character Customization 17.8%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Story Rich 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: This life-sim captures the magic school aesthetic perfectly, focusing on daily routines and social interactions.

Craft spells by combining floating fragments of words in Leximan, a whimsical adventure that uses creative wordplay to summon countless weird and wonderful solutions to puzzles. Alongside an awkward assembly of basement-wizards, save Academy Elementinia and become the hero nobody asked for!

Why similar: Magic 31.9%, Choices Matter 19.3%, Story Rich 15.3%, Fantasy 14.5%, 2D 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on magic and narrative-driven puzzle solving, capturing the humorous and whimsical side of spellcasting.

Adventure game full of magic, puzzles and cute characters, featuring a young witch-in-training and a talking ghost-squirrel!

Why similar: Magic 29.5%, Point & Click 20.9%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Exploration 8.1%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming 2D adventure that focuses on magic and puzzle-solving in a whimsical setting.

A turn-based tactical RPG about a group of troublesome magic students. Use timing mechanics to power your spells and block attacks, explore the twisted halls of a vast magic school, fight challenging monsters and bosses, and uncover dark secrets never meant to be found.

Why similar: Story Rich 33.7%, Magic 30.1%, Fantasy 29.7%, Singleplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG set in a magic school that shares the same focus on student life and narrative-driven exploration.

Strange Horticulture is an occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.8%, Lore-Rich 19.5%, Choices Matter 12.5%, Mystery 12%, Story Rich 10%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the folklore and investigation aspects of Near-Mage through a cozy, plant-based mystery.

One Day, One Life. Sumire is a magical narrative adventure about choices made, and dreams lost and found. Embark on a mysterious journey to help Sumire achieve her deepest wishes, before the day ends and the sky turns to twilight.

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 22.4%, Magic 17%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Choices Matter 13.5%, Story Rich 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the focus on choice-based narrative and a cozy, artistic world that feels very similar to Near-Mage.

An epic open-world narrative adventure through a world of monsters, traps and magic. Explore two intermeshed worlds, past and present, and create your own unique story where every decision you make is remembered. Survive, and defeat the Seven Serpents - if you can!

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 32.8%, Magic 20.6%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Story Rich 11.5%, Fantasy 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality choose-your-own-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and magical decision-making.

Potions: A Curious Tale is an adventure & crafting game where wit is your greatest weapon and combat is not always the answer. Play as Luna, a young witch who overcomes obstacles with the potions she brews, as she gathers items from enchanted lands and conquers devious puzzles on her quest.

Why similar: Magic 33.8%, Fantasy 16.5%, Story Rich 15.6%, Exploration 10%, Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on crafting and adventure, mirroring the spell-learning and exploration mechanics of the seed game.

Dive into the charming Stories of Mara, an episodic slice of life tale about a diverse cast of characters. Get to know your neighbours and bond with them, but… Could you make them stick together to help each other?

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.7%, Choices Matter 21.4%, Hand-drawn 18.5%, Fantasy 15.4%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a strong emphasis on choices and a beautiful, hand-drawn aesthetic that matches the feel of Near-Mage.

Experience the Myth of Frankenstein through the innocent eyes of his creature. Make decisions and change people's view that you will meet on your way. Now, the myth is in your hands, so how are you going to end it?

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 17.1%, Point & Click 16.5%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Choices Matter 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A text-heavy, choice-driven adventure that relies on a beautiful art style to tell a compelling story.

Explore a beautiful, low-poly Norwegian island as 17-year-old Jesper. Armed with a mysterious, magical bracelet, you'll solve puzzles, uncover your grandfather's past, and make choices in this heartwarming coming-of-age story about love, friendship, and family.

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 16.7%, Point & Click 16.5%, Choices Matter 14.5%, Story Rich 11.8%, Magic 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused adventure game that emphasizes emotional storytelling and exploration in a unique environment.

Fireside is an uplifting narrative experience about a journey, and the breaks that follow it. Make friends, trade and chat at the campfire, weave connections, and explore a serene magic-filled world.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 31.9%, Story Rich 19.1%, Atmospheric 13.2%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, story-rich adventure that focuses on conversation and narrative choices while traveling through a magical world.

NIGHT IN THE WOODS is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet and lots to do across a lush, vibrant world.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 17.3%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Choices Matter 14.4%, Story Rich 13.1%, Mystery 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy exploration game that captures the feeling of a small, folklore-rich town and personal growth.

Coffee Talk is a coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator about listening to fantasy-inspired modern peoples’ problems, and helping them by serving up a warm drink or two.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.4%, Choices Matter 19.1%, Story Rich 16.6%, Fantasy 12.7%, Atmospheric 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: While not a magic school, it shares the cozy, visual-novel-style narrative and character-driven focus.

Explore a lovingly crafted world with all its odd inhabitants as you experience the ethereal realm and deliver messages to the spirits. Make your mark in the wordless narrative - with a Tiny Echo.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.1%, Hand-drawn 20.8%, Atmospheric 9.3%, Fantasy 9.2%, Adventure 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure that focuses on atmosphere and gentle exploration.

A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.1%, Mystery 18.3%, Choices Matter 14.5%, Story Rich 13.1%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep investigation game that rewards careful observation and narrative deduction, similar to the investigation aspects of Near-Mage.

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Open World 22.7%, Third Person 17.2%, Fantasy 14.2%, Exploration 13.1%, Atmospheric 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a relaxing, magic-infused world-building experience that complements the cozy nature of Near-Mage.

Pat the alligator, a (mostly) harmless and (probably) innocent reptile is at the center of a conspiracy that could bring down the biggest, scariest family in Alligator New York City: his own! Explore the city, meet the Family, and try to save Pat before the clock runs out.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.2%, Mystery 19.7%, Hand-drawn 18%, 2D 6.8%, Casual 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A funny, narrative-driven point-and-click game that emphasizes character interactions and exploration.

MESMALIE is an occult adventure game. A magickal incident in your personal life brings you to a small witches' coven in the middle of nowhere. Here, you'll learn to tame your ability... though, not without some bumps along the way.

Why similar: Point & Click 23.9%, Visual Novel 20%, Choices Matter 15.3%, Magic 13.9%, Story Rich 9.8%

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: Visual Novel 21%, Mystery 17.8%, Story Rich 15.7%, Atmospheric 11.9%, Exploration 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click mystery with a strong narrative focus and a distinct, hand-drawn art style.

Cabernet is a 2D narrative RPG set in a 19th century Eastern European inspired world, with a modern twist. Guide Liza, a young vampire in her new unlife among the unsuspecting townsfolk. Will you retain your humanity or descend further into the horror you have become?

Why similar: Vampires 36.8% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Point & Click 10.3%, Visual Novel 10.1%

You are the Ashter – a Slavic fire mage and tracker of mythical beings. Following a legendary creature, you reach a village caught in a time rift. Embark on a magical investigation – travel through time, explore the ancient land, and bond with fire to shape villagers’ fate and uncover the mystery.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.3%, Magic 19%, Mystery 14.2%, Story Rich 11.8%, Fantasy 10.3%

Elsinore is a time-looping adventure game set in the world of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Elsinore combines strong social simulation elements, a dynamic story that reacts immediately to player decisions, and a world full of diverse characters with secrets to uncover.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.9%, Choices Matter 24.1%, Adventure 17.1%, Story Rich 16.7%, Atmospheric 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A time-loop narrative game where choices matter significantly, offering a complex story-rich experience.

A story driven solo RPG inspired by oldschool games like RuneScape and Ultima Online! Explore a sprawling medieval fantasy world full of npcs with dialogue, level skills, fight varied monsters and uncover the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.

Why similar: Third Person 16.1%, Lore-Rich 14.1%, Magic 12.4%, Point & Click 11.4%, Open World 10.3%

A story-rich gothic RPG. Master the rituals of an ancient spellbook. Commune with the realm of the dead and struggle with your descent into madness. Build the power to raise an undead army and march against your enemies. Progress through secrecy, diplomacy, blackmail, coercion and seduction.

Why similar: Magic 21.1%, Lore-Rich 19.1%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Choices Matter 12.6%, Open World 11.1%

Mira is a Slavic-themed visual novel with adventure game elements. The gameplay has a strong emphasis on art, atmosphere, and story. Discover your destiny by walking into Navia, a magical land hidden from the eyes of mortals, and decide on its fate.

Why similar: Point & Click 16.4%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Choices Matter 10.3%, Magic 10%

A hand-drawn adventure blending visual novel storytelling with point-and-click puzzles. Explore the corrupt oasis city of Shirin as an apocalyptic prophecy looms. Meet unforgettable characters, craft solutions with your Tool Belt, and unravel intricate puzzle-dungeons.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.8%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Story Rich 10.8%, Mystery 9%

Frank and Drake is a modern gothic tale that puts players at the heart of a supernatural mystery through its non-linear branching paths, mini-games and puzzles, and unique rotoscoped art. Take your time, explore, and soak up every word.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.5%, Choices Matter 16.1%, Story Rich 12%, Mystery 11.8%

Draw spells on your screen as the Nekomancer! Swap between the realms of life and death, revive ghosts, and uncover Tombstone Tower's haunting truth!

Why similar: Magic 39.2%, Story Rich 21.6%, Fantasy 16.8%, Atmospheric 15.1%, Adventure 6.2%

Find your way out of a magical prison in this non-linear point'n'click adventure full of mini games and challenges. Get to meet the charismatic Whateverlanders, steal and deceive or be a good boy to discover all the different endings of Vincent's story.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.1%, Magic 15.8%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Choices Matter 12.5%, Story Rich 10.2%

A short 70–90 minute hand-drawn cozy-gothic puzzle adventure with easy, relaxing puzzles, where color slowly returns to a cursed town as you uncover its secrets.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.1%, Hand-drawn 18.3%, Mystery 13.9%, Lore-Rich 10.2%, Atmospheric 9.2%

The magical misadventure of a novice wizard thrown (literally) into the unfamiliar world outside. Go on a sprawling hand-drawn adventure with spells to study, bosses to best, and a huge handcrafted world to traverse on the long journey home.

Why similar: Magic 25.8%, Hand-drawn 21.3%, Open World 19%, Story Rich 13%, Exploration 9.8%

Rocwood Academy is a text-base choice-matters adventure game set in the wizard world hidden inside US society early 1900s. In the role of a first-year student, player is going to make friends, study wizardry and uncover the mystery beneath the school-back garden.

Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 25.8%, Adventure 19.4%, Casual 15.4%, Story Rich 13%

The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.2%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Visual Novel 14%, Story Rich 11.9%, Mystery 9.8%

Seers Isle is a narrative game, set in a fantasy version of medieval northern Europe, where your choices impact the fate of a group of characters.

Why similar: Visual Novel 15.8%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.8%, Story Rich 10.9%

Explore a magical hand-drawn comic book, travel through time, manipulate characters’ ideas, and solve visual puzzles in this innovative point-and-click adventure to uncover Kai’s fate.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.8%, Hand-drawn 24.9%, Story Rich 13%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.1%, Visual Novel 6.7%

Staffer Retro is a mystery adventure game where you uncover past incidents related to ‘Mana’, the source of supernatural powers. Gather information through dialogue and exploration, and piece together clues found in documents to guide the choices of Verita Retro, the protagonist.

Why similar: Visual Novel 18.9%, Point & Click 17.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.7%, Mystery 13.2%, Story Rich 11.2%

Create unique spells by combining magical runes to solve puzzles your way. Transform objects, manipulate time, and discover the mysteries of a world where everyone has vanished, leaving only 12 people behind. Every puzzle has multiple solutions - if you can imagine it, you can probably do it.

Why similar: Open World 14.8%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Mystery 12.3%, Story Rich 10.6%, Fantasy 10.3%

Crazy cultists. Cthulhu. A talking cat. Gibbous takes you on an expansive, traditionally animated, hand-painted adventure. Play as three protagonists and explore a lushly rendered Lovecraft-inspired world, unraveling ancient conspiracies. A comedy cosmic horror adventure made in Transylvania!

Why similar: Point & Click 36%, Story Rich 19.6%, Atmospheric 10.6%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Adventure 8.8%

In this rogue-lite adventure, you free the Academy of Greifenstein from magical creatures by using your spells creatively. Explore this modern magical world alone or in local co-op mode with friends and family, customize your character, solve mysteries, and find powerful artifacts.

Why similar: Magic 34.2%, Character Customization 27.8%, Fantasy 18.5%, Casual 7.8%, Adventure 7.7%

Explore the miniature universe filled with Eastern mythology, forgotten folk tales and surprising historical events in this puzzle adventure game. Step into real artworks, reveal mysteries by solving unique puzzles, and be the hero of the miniature folk.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 21.6%, Point & Click 21.5%, Story Rich 11.7%, Fantasy 10.3%, Exploration 9%

D'arc is a sixteen-year-old Mage to be. A sinister plot threatens his initiation and risks plunging the land of Iginor into conflict and chaos. Choose from four classes and train in the Elemental arts. Master a unique range of spells to solve puzzles, battle monsters, and confront the ultimate evil.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.5%, Magic 29.5%, Adventure 17.8%, Fantasy 13.2%

Dracula: Origin reveals the dark origins of the Dracula curse. Step into the shoes of the famous Professor Van Helsing and experience a thrilling journey that will take you from London to Egypt, Austria and through Carpathian Europe right into the terrifying lair of the Dark Prince.

Why similar: Vampires 75.7% ★, Point & Click 11.9%, Adventure 5.8%, Casual 3.4%, Story Rich 3.2%

Become Jules Verne and adventure into the dangers that hide in Hemera, a fantastic parallel world built from his own imagination. Explore, solve puzzles and unlock the most coveted secret of the mighty Atlantis.

Why similar: Choices Matter 19.7%, Point & Click 17.6%, Story Rich 17.2%, Atmospheric 15.4%, Exploration 14.3%

Dark fantasy RPG with open world. Together with Markus, you can experience an unforgettable journey, any of your actions may have consequences.

Why similar: Magic 17.7%, Open World 13.9%, Character Customization 11.6%, Third Person 11.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.1%

Enter a magical world filled with legendary Fairy Tale characters. Become the greatest wizard. Help a young witch break an evil curse and save the Fairy Tale kingdoms!

Why similar: Point & Click 22.3%, Magic 19.2%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Fantasy 10.2%

Classic point-and-click adventure with a magical atmosphere. Discover what happens one night Beyond the Wall of the garden. Immerse yourself into a mysterious world where fantasy meets reality with a pinch of humor. Solve puzzles, collect items, and overcome obstacles that await you on your journey.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.6%, Hand-drawn 26.4%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Adventure 10%, 2D 8.8%

Experience Vampire: The Masquerade in a new way through this isometric cRPG. Change perspectives as you travel through the Heartless Club as a Human and a Vampire. Roll the dice, take your choices, and embrace the night in this narrative prologue.

Why similar: Vampires 40.4% ★, Lore-Rich 13.9%, Point & Click 13.2%, Choices Matter 11.5%, Story Rich 8.4%

A collection of surreal tales, each connected to a stored-away object from childhood. Pick one to follow the moon, feed a hungry lizard or build a peculiar cabinet.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.6%, Hand-drawn 16%, Magic 15.6%, Story Rich 11.1%, Mystery 10%

A unique blend of RPG and puzzle await you in this epic adventure! Explore the world of Match-3 battles in this quest playable offline.

Why similar: Vampires 37% ★, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Magic 10%, Story Rich 8.7%, Fantasy 8.1%