Games Like Pages of Time: Prologue

Timelie is a stealth puzzle adventure, where you control time like a media player. Perceive future events to plan your escape strategy from the past, sneak an enemy, and manipulate time through this companionship journey of a mysterious cat and a little girl with a precognitive power.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.4%, Puzzle 19.4%, Cute 17%, Anime 8.6%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique time-manipulation system where you control the flow of events to solve intricate puzzles.

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.9%, Puzzle Platformer 19.8%, Puzzle 14%, Platformer 12%, Story Rich 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares a deep emotional narrative and creative puzzle-platforming mechanics set within a storybook world.

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: Puzzle Platformer 34.3%, 2D Platformer 24.3%, Puzzle 16.6%, Platformer 13.5%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This classic title is the definitive puzzle-platformer centered on complex time-manipulation mechanics.

Seasons After Fall is a 2D platform-puzzler game that will let you dive into a captivating universe and explore a land governed by magic and nature.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Metroidvania 14.1%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features a gorgeous hand-drawn world where you manipulate the environment and seasons to solve puzzles.

The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28%, 2.5D 21.4%, Puzzle 14.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a beautiful, magical atmosphere with physics-based puzzle-platforming that feels very similar to the seed game.

Ageless is a story driven puzzle platformer where you must alter the age of animals and plant life around you to progress. Play as Kiara, a young girl who braves through heartache and loss as she journeys across a mysterious world to discovers its secrets and herself.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.5%, Puzzle Platformer 17.6%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 12.4%, Adventure 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: The core mechanic involves manipulating the age of objects and creatures to navigate platforming challenges.

Evergate is a haunting 2D puzzle-platformer set in a stunning hand-drawn vision of the Afterlife with an original score recorded by a live orchestra. Navigate 85 challenging stages and unleash the extraordinary powers of the genre-defining 'Soulflame' to help a lost soul reincarnate on earth!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.9%, Hand-drawn 14.9%, Puzzle 10.7%, Platformer 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer with a magical, ethereal aesthetic and mechanics centered on traversing levels with light-based abilities.

Tukoni: Prologue is a point-and-click puzzle adventure, based on a series of award-winning books by the Ukrainian artist Oksana Bula. Play as Tukoni, the forest spirits, as you meet unique characters, solve captivating puzzles, craft new items, and explore a magical world filled with kindness.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.5%, Puzzle 15%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, Platformer 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure that shares the same gentle, puzzle-focused spirit.

YesterMorrow is a single-player time travelling 2D platformer, mixing action sequences with puzzle elements. Follow the engaging story of Yui, who travels back into the past to save her family and the remnants of a world now trapped in Never-ending Night.

Why similar: Adventure 23.3%, Platformer 19%, Indie 17.2%, Cute 17%, Puzzle Platformer 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines 2D platforming with time-travel mechanics that alter the environment between past and future states.

Enter the hauntingly beautiful shadow world of In His Time, a 2D puzzle-solving adventure game. There you will meet Olly and join him to solve puzzles throughout each step of his emotional journey of growth and self-discovery.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.7%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 11.8%, Puzzle 9.9%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that focuses on time-based mechanics and a strong, narrative-driven experience.

A unique adventure game filled with beautiful puzzles all hand-drawn in an original 2D style . Out of Line follows the adventures of San in a quest to escape the Factory that was once home. Dive into a story set in a mysterious world that is revealed through multiple chapters.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.5%, Hand-drawn 20.2%, Puzzle Platformer 18.7%, Puzzle 12.1%, Platformer 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features a distinct hand-drawn art style paired with clever puzzle-platforming mechanics.

The Gardens Between is a surreal puzzle adventure that follows best friends, Arina and Frendt, as they fall into a mysterious world of beautiful garden islands. Manipulate time to solve puzzles and discover the secrets of each island.

Why similar: Puzzle 36.6%, Story Rich 31%, Relaxing 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Linear 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle game focused entirely on manipulating time to navigate through surreal, dreamlike islands.

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: Hand-drawn 22%, Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.8%, Puzzle 9.2%, Atmospheric 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a stunning, hand-drawn, and emotional platforming experience that prioritizes atmosphere and light puzzle elements.

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Hand-drawn 15%, Platformer 9.4%, 2.5D 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features beautiful hand-drawn art and fluid platforming in a vibrant, fantasy-inspired world.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Platformer 15.4%, RPG 13.4%, Anime 8%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-platformer that utilizes time-stop and time-manipulation mechanics as a core part of its gameplay.

HipWitch is a chill puzzle game that invites you to explore a beautiful nature reserve. Play as Prom, a young witch helping a cast of quirky characters. Use a variety of spells, and the power of 90s dial-up internet to solve the tasks ahead!

Why similar: Hand-drawn 41.5%, Story Rich 16.7%, Puzzle 13.6%, Adventure 11.6%, Indie 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A witch-themed, hand-drawn adventure that emphasizes exploration and a cozy, magical atmosphere.

The heroine who lost her memory was trapped in a five-day loop. Connect with your partners to travel through a world with strange time changes, continue to become stronger, retrieve memories, and understand the truth. The game is a time loop Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Cute 10.8%, RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It incorporates time-manipulation and metroidvania elements within a fantasy setting.

Nomori is a mind-bending adventure game where you control time and space to journey through a shattered spirit world. Take shortcuts through portals, rotate your perspective, and control the flow of time to move forward, whichever way that is.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.2%, Puzzle 23.1%, Cute 17.4%, Story Rich 11.5%, Relaxing 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that uses unique spatial and temporal mechanics to challenge the player.

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: Cute 21%, RPG 20.7%, Puzzle 15.2%, Adventure 12.2%, Story Rich 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A magic-focused adventure that emphasizes crafting and exploration with a cute, stylized aesthetic.

Play as a witch living in secret among villagers in this hand-drawn narrative puzzle adventure. An attempt to change fate traps her in a time loop. Help the witch and her cat escape without getting caught by the inquisition. Your choices shape the outcome.

Why similar: Puzzle 40.6%, Story Rich 24.6%, Adventure 17%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A magic-themed puzzle game that heavily features time-based mechanics and interactive storytelling.

Night Reverie: Prologue is the first act of a Puzzle/Adventure game in which a child must solve the mystery behind the distortion of his house. Explore puzzle-filled environments and discover strange creatures as you reach the truth behind of what looks like a bizarre nightmare.

Why similar: Puzzle 28.4%, Cute 25.1%, Story Rich 14.7%, 2D 7.6%, Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy, atmospheric game with a cute art style that focuses on exploring a mysterious environment.

A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights!

Why similar: Cute 49.8%, Platformer 23.1%, Adventure 13.8%, Indie 9.8%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, magic-infused platformer that captures the same sense of whimsy and exploration found in the seed game.

Players will use a unique dash system to navigate through various obstacles! The main challenges lie in maneuvering skills and reaction speed, utilizing it to complete different levels in the game, gradually piecing together the truth of the story. This is a free-to-play prologue version.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.7%, Platformer 16.8%, Cute 16.1%, Adventure 11.8%, Anime 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that features a cute aesthetic and a focus on movement-based challenges.

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: Puzzle Platformer 18.3%, Hand-drawn 17.4%, Puzzle 13.9%, Platformer 13.7%, Cute 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A casual puzzle-platformer that focuses on navigating through charming, hand-crafted levels.

Turn back the clock and fight to repair Time itself in this cinematic action platformer with fast sword combat and time-based powers. You are the Warden of Time, Ouro Kronii - be proud and fight hard!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 47.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Anime 13.2%, Metroidvania 9.6%, Indie 5.5%

Play as Leonnor who sets out on a journey to discover everything about his past and his world, things are not always what they seem! Learn special abilities, battle monsters and encounter celestial beings as you explore this beautifically crafted pixel world. This prologue starts a epic journey...

Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.1%, Platformer 20.8%, RPG 17.9%, Story Rich 14.5%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich 2D platformer that captures a similar indie charm and focus on exploration.

MONOLIGHT is 2D plat-former puzzle adventure game. Using tiny lantern, go through the maze.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26%, Puzzle Platformer 20.8%, Adventure 17.2%, Puzzle 16.3%, Indie 13%

Why You'll Like It: An indie puzzle-platformer that uses light and shadow mechanics to create engaging, 2D challenges.

Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Hand-drawn 18.6%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Cute 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn, cute platformer that emphasizes atmospheric exploration and character-driven gameplay.

A 3D adventure combining precise platforming action with environmental puzzles. Purify the corrupted Primal Gate and restore the flow of time to a shattered world.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.1%, Puzzle Platformer 16.6%, Puzzle 11.2%, Cute 10.6%, Platformer 10.3%

Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion of the human realm. Her destiny? To rescue her younger brother and face the demon lord Mahabalasura.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 39.8%, Cute 21.9%, Adventure 13.1%, Relaxing 8.7%, Atmospheric 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric platformer with a rich story and mythological themes that mirror the adventure elements of the seed game.

Lens Adventure is an action puzzle game where you play as Talia, a Magic Academy graduate student. Use the camera's time-space magic to solve puzzles: create platforms by photographing objects and use time magic to undo mistakes. Can you return to the academy before the dorm lights go out?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 61.4%, Adventure 10.1%, Relaxing 7.8%, Indie 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Platformer 13.5%, Cute 10.2%, Story Rich 9.7%, Puzzle Platformer 8.6%

In a chilling cellar below the apocalyptic snow, Fei Lin the witch wakes up from hibernation, and ventures into the forsaken world. Guide her through the process of escaping the cellar, and seeing the changed world for her first time.

Why similar: Adventure 36.7%, Puzzle 30.3%, Indie 26.8%, Singleplayer 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, puzzle-adventure that relies on a strong soundtrack and emotional storytelling.

You're a frog who just got given a brain! 🐸 Point-and-click your way through a hand-drawn world and solve puzzles, collect items and talk to other hexed animals. . . Can you lift the curse?

Why similar: Hand-drawn 21.6%, Metroidvania 20.9%, 2.5D 16.9%, Puzzle 12.5%, Cute 10.3%

Try this year’s must-play indie smash-hit for free, with Evergate Ki’s Awakening. Take on seven unique levels in this haunting precision puzzle-platformer, set in a stunning hand-drawn vision of the Afterlife, with an original score recorded by a live orchestra.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.5%, Puzzle Platformer 22.2%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Puzzle 8.9%, Platformer 8%

This is the prologue chapter of "When the Past was Around", an upcoming adventure point-and-click puzzle game about love, moving on, letting go, and the joy and pain of everything in between.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 29.6%, Puzzle 21.2%, Cute 16.3%, Adventure 10.5%, Indie 9.5%

Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, 2D Platformer 22.1%, Platformer 10.6%, Cute 9.5%, Story Rich 7.8%

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Puzzle Platformer 18%, Platformer 14.9%, Adventure 9.7%, Cute 7.5%

Join Clef on an adventure set on a magical sky island where her family once lived. Solve puzzles, discover secrets, and experience a story of sisterly love – and something more, if you are willing to dig deeper…

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.9%, Puzzle Platformer 20.1%, Puzzle 14.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Cute 10.9%

The Cavern of Time is an RPG/Adventure game where you guide the journey of a young girl. Can you find the magical locket in this perilous realm and cure your beloved grandmother's illness? Visit the Cavern of Time and find out!

Why similar: RPG 46.4%, Adventure 32.1%, Indie 21.5%

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: Cute 22.2%, RPG 19.8%, Story Rich 18%, Adventure 13.8%, Relaxing 7.4%

In Chronoquartz, every move matters! You have 10 turns per loop: explore, solve puzzles, and use your past knowledge to progress. Strategy, critical thinking, and time management will be your allies in this unique temporal adventure. Will you succeed in saving time?

Why similar: Puzzle 47.8%, Adventure 14.8%, 2D 11.4%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Indie 8.5%

Retro-style platform game in keeping with the best traditions of games of our childhood! Take control of the Himari, the young female wizard travelling across various ages to settle the balance in time across the whole world!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.9%, Platformer 18.1%, Cute 16.4%, Anime 11.5%, Adventure 11.3%

Simulation World - This is a puzzle, story and open world. Feel the vanilla atmosphere as you progress through the puzzles. Rescue the simulation from a virus that wants to destroy the computer world

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.8%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Puzzle 13.6%, Hand-drawn 12%, Platformer 10.7%

Uncover the mysteries at Luna Nova Academy and experience the magical world of Studio Trigger style Japanese animation in Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time.

Why similar: RPG 30.1%, Anime 26.9%, Cute 21.9%, Adventure 19.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Embark on a journey to save the prince’s eyesight in this 2D puzzle-adventure game featuring beautiful hand-drawn art and a bittersweet tale of wishes and what we’re willing to do to make them come true. Utilize your wolf and princess forms to lead the way!

Why similar: Hand-drawn 28.7%, Puzzle Platformer 22.1%, Cute 15.3%, Puzzle 10.9%, Adventure 7.6%

The puzzle is a puzzle based on the well-known “Number Puzzle” and “Match 3". Move objects, collect their rows and don't forget to keep track of the number of remaining moves!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.1%, Puzzle 21.7%, Adventure 19.1%, Cute 13.5%, Indie 4.7%

Pick up what the waves wash ashore to make instruments. Use those instruments to answer the echoes heard from beyond the ocean.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.2%, Puzzle 18.2%, Cute 16.6%, Story Rich 8.2%, Adventure 7.7%

Lord Amber maze: Prologue is a free entry to a turn-based dungeon-crawler set in a labyrinth of frozen time. Plan each move carefully, battle quirky monsters, and solve intricate puzzles, one dungeon at a time.

Why similar: RPG 62%, 2D 14%, Atmospheric 13.2%, Singleplayer 10.8%

Dragon Loop is a metroidvania combining time travel and branching map design. Explore the large open world in a five day loop, opening up new worldlines. Explore a 2D, hand-drawn world, engage in fast-paced battles, and retrieve memories to shape the future.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, RPG 13.2%, Platformer 7.7%, Adventure 6.7%

Kronos: Titan of Time is a Greek Mythology themed 2D combat platformer. Players play as Kronos as they pick up quests, collects resources and upgrade abilities on their epic journey. Battle enemies and control time to uncover the truth behind Kronos’ fall from grace and reclaim his throne.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.5%, Platformer 15.3%, RPG 15.2%, Cute 14.8%, Adventure 6.8%

Experience a brand new adventure game set amongst a world of weird and wonderful fish planets. Explore beautiful environments, solve intricate puzzles and discover the truth about a mysterious little girl and her mechanical alter-ego, Cubus.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 24.9%, Cute 18.1%, Puzzle 17.5%, Story Rich 12.1%, Adventure 6.7%

Little Luna is an engaging puzzle-platformer where every step is a race against time! Help little moth to escape the dark and dangerous cave!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.7%, Puzzle 19.3%, Platformer 16.9%, Cute 16.4%, Story Rich 10.1%

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

Why similar: Puzzle 21.2%, Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, Hand-drawn 18.6%, Adventure 12.3%, Cute 12.2%

Hiiro is a 2D platform game focused on ambient exploration and puzzle solving. Discover a grand world filled with mysterious artifacts and forgotten ruins. Become immersed in relaxing gameplay and meditative music. Remain observant as you unravel an explanation for your solitude.

Why similar: Adventure 38.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 13.5%, Puzzle 12%, Cute 7.6%

Monospaced Lovers is an exploration-driven platformer about closeness and distance. Journey through a metafictional, fantasy-filled land and find the truth of your fragile world before it disintegrates.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.3%, Puzzle Platformer 17%, Hand-drawn 16.7%, Cute 10.7%, Platformer 9%

Explore strange and wonderful islands and dark labyrinths below in this narrative puzzle platformer. Guide young mechanic Mo on her quest to repair a world on the brink of collapse. The powerful Omni Switch at your disposal may not be enough to fix the damage that hides beneath the surface...

Why similar: Hand-drawn 22.1%, Puzzle Platformer 19.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Puzzle 11.1%, Story Rich 9.8%