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Painted Memories is an Action/Adventure game that you journey through using various equipment in your arsenal, such as a crossbow or a torch. You will encounter different creatures, bosses, puzzles and more!

Reviews: Mixed — 57% — of 98 reviews
Released: 2016-11-03
Developer: QuickSave
Publisher: SA Industry
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.4 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.0 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 99%

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    Windows

    Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.

    Why similar: Action 21.6%, Action RPG 20.6%, Adventure 16.5%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Story Rich 10.6%

  59. #59 Retrace the Light
    63% matchVery Positive89% of 243 reviews2025
    Dev: Xiaming Game
    Windows

    Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.

    Why similar: Action RPG 24%, Top-Down 20.3%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Indie 15.3%, RPG 10.5%

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