Games Like Nephise: Ascension

Nephise is a short and atmospheric puzzle game with narration. It is a relaxing and mysterious experience especially with the help of its music.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.1%, Beautiful 11.4% ★, Mystery 9.5%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, First-Person 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor, it offers the same core mechanics and atmospheric world-building found in the sequel.

Nephise Begins tells the player what happened at the time before Nephise was an orb collector. The main setting is forest again, but this time without snow, instead a more sunny and foggy weather.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21%, Beautiful 11.5% ★, First-Person 7.6%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Hidden Object 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This entry provides the essential backstory and maintains the consistent tone and gameplay style of the series.

Lake Ridden is a story-driven, first-person puzzle game! A cozy supernatural adventure where you unravel a mysterious past, trying to find your sister. Luckily, you are not alone...

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.5%, Puzzle 16.9%, Walking Simulator 16.5%, Adventure 16.2%, Mystery 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: A strong atmospheric puzzle-adventure that features a female protagonist and a focus on uncovering secrets in a natural landscape.

Get lost beneath the fog in The Wild Eternal, a reflective first-person exploration game. Embark on a meditative journey to heal the scars of your past. Can you escape the cycle of reincarnation?

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.7%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Mystery 10.8%, First-Person 10.3%, Exploration 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the spiritual, nature-focused exploration and female-led narrative journey found in the Nephise series.

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a first-person story-driven mystery. Purchase this game to get both the original and the Unreal Engine 4 remaster called The Vanishing of Ethan Carter Redux.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.9%, Mystery 19%, Atmospheric 10.8%, First-Person 10.8%, Exploration 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a stunning, nature-heavy environment paired with first-person investigation and puzzle-solving.

Firewatch is a single-player first-person mystery set in the Wyoming wilderness, where your only emotional lifeline is the person on the other end of a handheld radio.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 35.6%, Mystery 15.5%, First-Person 11.9%, Atmospheric 11.4%, Exploration 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at first-person narrative exploration within a beautiful, isolated wilderness setting.

Join Norah, a woman plagued by a mysterious illness, in her search for her missing husband in this adventure puzzle game set on a lush island paradise. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and unlock forbidden secrets in a moving tale of mystery and love.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 15.9%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, First-Person 11.7%, Mystery 11.4%, Puzzle 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality first-person puzzle-adventure that emphasizes exploration and a deep, unfolding story.

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

Why similar: Beautiful 22.5% ★, Relaxing 15.2%, Exploration 13.4%, Walking Simulator 12%, 3D Platformer 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the relaxing, nature-focused exploration spirit of Nephise in a charming, compact world.

You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Visit cities, scale summits, unearth mysteries, and discover forgotten places!

Why similar: Beautiful 37.9% ★, First-Person 13.3%, Relaxing 12.6%, Exploration 10.8%, Atmospheric 9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a peaceful, first-person exploration experience focused on interacting with nature and the environment.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.8%, 3D Platformer 16%, Platformer 14.6%, Relaxing 11.1%, Exploration 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It prioritizes exploration and platforming within a vast, atmospheric world that encourages discovery at your own pace.

Walk as Lula, on the path you choose, as she journeys to discover the meaning of the Genie and fulfill her destiny.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 20.2%, Beautiful 17.4% ★, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Mystery 9.4%, First-Person 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same developer's signature walking-simulator style and focus on atmospheric scenery.

Go on a voyage of discovery following the traces of a mysterious culture. Discover diverse landscapes, investigate abandoned artifacts, and wake strange machines from their slumber.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.7%, Mystery 11%, Puzzle 10.6%, First-Person 9.9%, Exploration 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It combines first-person exploration with environmental puzzle-solving in a way that feels very familiar to fans of Nephise.

Explore the vast and beautiful world of Valley using the power of the L.E.A.F. suit: a fierce exoskeleton that grants exceptional speed and agility along with the phenomenal ability to manipulate the life and death of all living things.

Why similar: First-Person 20.8%, Walking Simulator 20.4%, Exploration 13.6%, Adventure 11.7%, 3D Platformer 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines first-person exploration with unique movement mechanics and a lush, nature-filled environment.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: Puzzle 16.8%, Exploration 14.9%, Atmospheric 12.8%, Adventure 10.6%, 3D Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that relies on exploration and discovery to tell its wordless story.

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.1%, Exploration 15.5%, Relaxing 15%, Adventure 11.6%, Atmospheric 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes the joy of exploration and atmospheric world-building in a beautiful, stylized setting.

A daring space archaeologist has just unearthed the ancient resting place of a long lost A.I. god known as Grace. Adventure with various fractured A.I. personalities as you uncover the great mystery of why she was shut down all those years ago.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 49.4%, First-Person 20.4%, Mystery 14%, 3D 9.3%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person narrative adventure that offers a strong sense of discovery and environmental interaction.

Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.

Why similar: Beautiful 28.6% ★, Platformer 14.2%, Walking Simulator 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Atmospheric 8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, emotional platforming adventure that emphasizes a bond between characters in a beautiful world.

In this 3D, story-driven platforming adventure, explore an uninhabited island's massive cave network. Learn about the heroes' psyches as you explore lush caverns, subterranean oceans, and surreal cityscapes, all while meeting surprising creatures! By Anodyne & Angeline Era's devs!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.9%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Platformer 17.6%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features 3D platforming and nature-focused exploration that aligns well with the mechanics of Nephise.

Your husband is dead and you want to visit his grave. There is an abondoned house in a village, and in that house you will find a red rose. You don't want to go to your husband's grave empty handed.

Why similar: Beautiful 18.6% ★, Walking Simulator 17.7%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Mystery 8.3%, First-Person 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Another atmospheric walking simulator from the same developer that focuses on the beauty of the environment.

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: Walking Simulator 32.7%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Relaxing 11.4%, Exploration 10.5%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, nature-focused exploration game that mirrors the contemplative tone of the Nephise series.

Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.1%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Relaxing 13.1%, Exploration 11.7%, Atmospheric 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, exploration-focused game with a female protagonist that removes combat in favor of discovery.

What Remains of Edith Finch is a collection of strange tales about a family in Washington state. As Edith, you’ll explore the colossal Finch house, searching for stories as she explores her family history and tries to figure out why she's the last one in her family left alive.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.4%, Mystery 13.2%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, First-Person 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A masterful first-person narrative exploration game that excels at creating a sense of place and history.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Beautiful 27.2% ★, Mystery 18.2%, Exploration 14.5%, Puzzle 9.6%, Atmospheric 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate first-person exploration and mystery game that rewards curiosity and observation.

Set out on a mystical adventure of self-discovery against the backdrop of fantastical landscapes of The Tower. Meet its dwellers and unravel their stories. Manipulate spirits to solve puzzles, and lead Ina on her path to freedom.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 17.7%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Beautiful 9.8% ★, Puzzle 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal puzzle-platformer featuring a female protagonist and a focus on atmospheric, environmental storytelling.

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 34.7%, First-Person 22%, Atmospheric 14.2%, Exploration 8.8%, Mystery 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers deep first-person puzzle-solving set within a thought-provoking and atmospheric environment.

Atmospheric first person adventure game focusing on immersion and exploration. Meet strange characters, discover secrets and try to unfold the mystery of the Fragmentation.

Why similar: Mystery 21.9%, First-Person 19.7%, Exploration 16.1%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Adventure 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive first-person exploration experience that relies on atmospheric storytelling to guide the player.

Forgotten Hope is a short, single-player narrative-driven video game presented through the eyes of a teenage girl who is trying to reconnect with her past to find answers.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.4%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, First-Person 13.4%, Exploration 10.7%, Atmospheric 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person exploration game that prioritizes atmosphere and a sense of solitude.

Northern Canada, 1970. A strange blizzard ravages Atamipek Lake. Step into the shoes of a detective to explore the eerie village, investigate surreal events, and battle the elements to survive. Kona is a chilly interactive tale you won't soon forget.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 29%, First-Person 17.3%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Exploration 12%, Adventure 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a strong sense of atmosphere and mystery through first-person exploration in a cold, isolated setting.

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 35.6%, First-Person 16.1%, Puzzle 12.9%, Exploration 12%, Adventure 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person puzzle-adventure that focuses heavily on exploration and piecing together a fragmented narrative.

The Hunting God is a short walking simulator in which you play as Nodens the hunting god and listen to what he has been through accompanied by a white wolf named Draiochta.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.2%, Beautiful 15.8% ★, Relaxing 9.6%, First-Person 9.2%, Mystery 8.5%

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 26.1%, Exploration 13.8%, First-Person 11.4%, Beautiful 10.1% ★, Atmospheric 9.8%

A man embarks on a journey toward the top of a mountain, to discover the truth of his existence. Along the way, he ponders the nature of life itself. Drizzlepath: Deja Vu is a spiritual revisitation of Tonguç Bodur's very first game, Drizzlepath.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.7%, Beautiful 19.9% ★, Mystery 10.3%, First-Person 9.1%, Relaxing 7.5%

Niko is a spiritual journey through the dreams, where adventure, puzzles and mysteries come together in an oneiric and minimalist world. Dare to dream!

Why similar: Adventure 27%, Puzzle 26.2%, First-Person 16.8%, Indie 13.8%, Atmospheric 12%

Set sail for a world-changing adventure as you guide Noor in their quest through a series of mind-bending illusions and atmospheric puzzles. Can you unlock the secrets of the mysterious world – and the meaning behind the Sacred Light?

Why similar: 3D Platformer 17%, Female Protagonist 15%, Relaxing 14.1%, Puzzle 11.9%, Atmospheric 10.4%

In Drizzlepath you are set on a journey to the top of the Mountain of Fire. It aims to be an atmospheric, relaxed and enigmatic experience. Downloadable soundtrack included.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.9%, Beautiful 16.1% ★, First-Person 9.6%, Relaxing 9.3%, Exploration 7.6%

Embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration in The Search - a story-driven puzzle-adventure set in a mysterious world where art comes to life!

Why similar: Hidden Object 16.4%, Female Protagonist 14%, First-Person 10.3%, Mystery 9.9%, Relaxing 9.7%

Titan Chaser is a surreal driving and walking experience, meant to evoke a feeling of being lost and discovering something mystical at your own pace instead of structured gameplay mechanics. Your job here is to scout giant creatures and scare them away without fighting or killing.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 26.8%, Mystery 14%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Relaxing 10.9%, First-Person 8.7%

Relax, empty your mind, activate your senses and step into the hypnotic adventure of the Path to Mnemosyne in the quest for the lost memories.

Why similar: Beautiful 33.4% ★, Female Protagonist 15%, Puzzle 10.8%, Hidden Object 10.3%, Relaxing 8.9%

In this game, you follow the protagonist who initially fell from heaven back into the sky. Many obstacles, cliffs, and small environmental puzzles are waiting. Are you ready for a beautiful surreal adventure?

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.6%, 3D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 15.2%, First-Person 11.3%, Mystery 8.4%

Discover the truth about Quern’s past, unfold the mysteries of its present, and be the explorer who shapes its future. Quern introduces reusable puzzle mechanics to the classic genre, making the player think about the game as a whole, and not just as a series of individual challenges.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.8%, Mystery 13.6%, Hidden Object 10.2%, Puzzle 9.9%, First-Person 9.5%

Join Selene in a charming platforming and puzzle adventure, where her ability to absorb and emit light from various flowers is key to activating mechanisms, overcoming obstacles, and navigating through environments that adjust depending on how you wield the light.

Why similar: Platformer 20.9%, Mystery 14.4%, Puzzle 12.4%, Relaxing 9.5%, Atmospheric 8.5%

Paws and Soul: relaxing-adventure game about reincarnation. Turn yourself into a wolf, explore mysterious forests and reveal every secret of your past life!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.7%, Mystery 11.9%, Hidden Object 10.5%, 3D Platformer 9.1%, Exploration 8.1%

Go on a summer vacation to the Cloudy Valley archipelago! Swim, climb, and explore the different islands at your own pace. Discover treasures or enjoy a cozy and relaxing atmosphere by the waves...

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.9%, Relaxing 15.4%, Exploration 14.8%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Adventure 10.1%

Journey to the far corners of the Earth and unearth ancient horrors in this Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure and sequel to 2020’s critically acclaimed Call of the Sea.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 20.9%, Mystery 13.3%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, First-Person 11.3%, Puzzle 10.2%

New Adventure Escape Room Game with Full High Definition Resolution and High Detailed Graphics! First Person Character control with Realistic Gameplay! Can you Escape?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.1%, Mystery 13.4%, First-Person 13%, Hidden Object 12.4%, Puzzle 10.7%

LiDAR Exploration Program is a relaxing atmospheric game with light horror elements, where you explore in complete darkness using a scanner to reveal the world around you.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 29%, First-Person 12.4%, Exploration 11.5%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Hidden Object 8.8%

Submerged is a third-person combat-free game in which you explore a mysterious flooded city and discover the beauty of desolation in vast outdoor environments. You take on the role of Miku, a young girl who has brought her wounded brother to the city in their small fishing boat.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.5%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Mystery 10.9%, Beautiful 10.6% ★, Relaxing 9.9%

Skybound is a 3D exploration platformer focused on fun, fluid movement mechanics, parkour and environmental puzzle solving.

Why similar: Platformer 19.9%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Exploration 11.3%, Mystery 9.8%, First-Person 9.4%

Get to the bottom of the unexplainable events in the Buried Kingdom and save all its inhabitants in this thrilling fantasy experience. The eighth part of the Secret Order series introduces new adventures, riddles, secrets, and a solid amount of fun!

Why similar: Adventure 25.3%, Casual 23.1%, Hidden Object 19.8%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Mystery 13.7%

Discover the truth about the legacy of ancient gods!

Why similar: Hidden Object 34.8%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Adventure 11.8%, Casual 11.2%, Mystery 8.4%

A first-person interactive story inspired by real-world anxieties, The Assembly is a long-form game designed for VR. Explore a morally ambiguous organization as two individuals and face tough decisions from contrasting perspectives, that culminate in one of multiple thrilling conclusions.

Why similar: Mystery 15.4%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Adventure 14.8%, First-Person 12.3%, Puzzle 10.7%

Explore a lively oasis city filled with charming characters, forgotten ruins and ominous conspiracies in the second chapter of NAIRI, a narrative puzzle adventure about Nairi's perilous quest to save her family.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.7%, Relaxing 15.9%, Puzzle 15.2%, Exploration 13.5%, First-Person 11.8%

Experience nature like you have never seen it before as you take your hiking to the next level!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.5%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, First-Person 12.8%, Exploration 11.8%, Relaxing 10%

Save Persia from mysterious plague!

Why similar: Hidden Object 31.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Adventure 12.7%, Casual 11.8%, Mystery 9.4%

Welcome to Botany Manor, a stately home in 19th century England. You play as inhabitant Arabella Greene, a retired botanist. Explore your house and gardens, filled with research, to figure out the ideal habitat of forgotten flora. Grow each plant to discover the mysterious qualities they hold…

Why similar: Walking Simulator 27.4%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, First-Person 11.5%, Puzzle 10.8%, Exploration 10.5%

Help Cirno get back into her home! A chill, bite-sized 3D platformer in which you explore a frozen Misty Lake and gain boulder-lifting strength.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.6%, Platformer 19.4%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Exploration 13%, Relaxing 10.8%

Awakening Sarah is a 2D platformer with emphasis on exploration. Unravel the dreams and realities of Sarah, a girl who's recovering from a coma, while helping her understand the world around her and herself.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 28.7%, 3D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 17%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, 3D 5.2%

"I hope that someday, you'll dream of me." -- CINERIS SOMNIA is a 3D adventure through a beautifully strange and mesmerizing world - and a young girl's cruel and forlorn dreams.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 37.9%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Mystery 13.5%, Atmospheric 7.7%, 3D 7%

What Never Was is a short, story-driven first-person game focused on exploration and puzzle-solving about Sarah, having to shoulder the arduous task of clearing out her grandfathers attic, and soon finds that not everything about the attic is what it seems.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 14.1%, Mystery 12.9%, Puzzle 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, First-Person 10.5%