Games Like Prominence

The Station is a first-person sci-fi mystery set on a space station sent to study a sentient alien civilization. Assuming the role of a recon specialist, players must unravel a mystery which will decide the fate of two civilizations.

Why similar: Space 18.7%, Sci-fi 18.3%, Adventure 14.1%, Indie 10.5%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person sci-fi mystery set on a space station that perfectly mirrors the isolated, puzzle-driven atmosphere of Prominence.

Observation is a sci-fi thriller uncovering what happened to Dr. Emma Fisher, and the crew of her mission, through the lens of the station’s artificial intelligence S.A.M.

Why similar: Adventure 20.2%, Space 18%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Indie 14.7%, Artificial Intelligence 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: You play as the station's AI in this atmospheric space mystery, offering a unique perspective on the same genre of narrative-heavy sci-fi.

Can the cook save the ship?

Why similar: Adventure 15.9%, Space 14.7%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Indie 11.5%, Puzzle 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This first-person sci-fi adventure focuses heavily on terminal-based puzzles and exploration in a high-stakes space environment.

STARDROP is an interactive sci-fi cinematic experience.

Why similar: Space 19.6%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Mystery 10.9%, Adventure 10.2%, Casual 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar blend of space exploration and narrative-driven mystery, focusing on the experience of a lone adventurer.

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: Investigation 15.7%, Mystery 12.6%, Point & Click 12.1%, Drama 10.2%, Puzzle 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: While not set in space, this game is a masterclass in first-person environmental puzzle design that feels very similar to the gameplay loop of Prominence.

Tacoma is a sci-fi narrative adventure from the creators of Gone Home. Set aboard a high-tech space station in the year 2088, explore every detail of how the station’s crew lived and worked, finding the clues that add up to a gripping story of trust, fear, and resolve in the face of disaster.

Why similar: Sci-fi 18.7%, Space 18.2%, Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 9.7%, Mystery 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused exploration game set on a space station that emphasizes uncovering the mystery of a missing crew through environmental storytelling.

Every day is the same on the faraway Bento space-lighthouse - until a mysterious radio message breaks through. Evade the past, welcome oblivion, make the perfect Italian coffee. Still There is a psychological adventure game about grief, technical puzzles, wacky AIs and dark humour. How far is far enough?

Why similar: Point & Click 16.5%, Space 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Mystery 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional point-and-click adventure set in space that balances complex technical puzzles with a compelling character-driven story.

J.U.L.I.A.: Among the Stars is an innovative narrative driven adventure game. The story centers on Rachel Manners, a 35 year old astrobiologist. She is a member of an elite group of scientists, chosen to embark on one of the most critical missions ever conceived on Earth. Now Rachel is alone, orbiting an unknown planet.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.7%, Sci-fi 19.6%, Space 18.8%, Adventure 15.1%, Indie 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-heavy point-and-click adventure features a strong female protagonist and deep space exploration themes.

Explore a vast, mysterious castle riddled with secret rooms and challenging puzzles in this award-winning puzzle adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 15%, Investigation 12.9%, Mystery 11.1%, Old School 9.9%, Sci-fi 9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person puzzle adventure that excels at rewarding players for exploring and uncovering secrets in a highly atmospheric environment.

Rethink human’s dominion in The Invincible: a story-driven adventure set in a hard sci-fi world by Stanisław Lem. Discover planet Regis III as scientist Yasna, use atompunk tools looking for a missing crew and face unforeseen threats. Make choices in a philosophical story that’s driven by science.

Why similar: Sci-fi 23.2%, Space 22.3%, Mystery 16.8%, Adventure 15.1%, First-Person 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A hard sci-fi narrative adventure that captures the feeling of being a lone explorer on a mysterious, alien world.

Welcome to the Museum! Machinika Museum is a mystery game where you discover beautiful and mysterious machines of extra-terrestrial origins in an atmospheric galaxy-spanning 3D puzzle game. Will you be able to understand their stories and discover what happened to their previous owner?

Why similar: Point & Click 17.6%, Investigation 15.4%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Mystery 12.7%, Puzzle 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on intricate, tactile puzzle-solving within a sci-fi setting, mirroring the mechanical interaction style of Prominence.

Crash-landed on a desolate, alien planet, what should've been a routine work-for-hire job for Powell has become a deadly mission to save the merchant vessel Morningstar and her crew.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.8%, Sci-fi 25.3%, Adventure 17.6%, Space 11.1%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click sci-fi adventure that captures the feeling of being stranded on a hostile alien planet.

The Fall of Lazarus is first person exploration and puzzle game. A deeply narrative scifi mystery game based on the exploration of an abandoned cargo spaceship about redemption and second chances.

Why similar: Space 16.5%, Sci-fi 16.1%, Mystery 11.9%, Adventure 9.3%, First-Person 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person sci-fi exploration game that focuses on uncovering the truth behind a mysterious event on a space freighter.

Firmament is a new puzzle-adventure game by the legendary game studio behind the best-selling games Myst and Riven. Featuring deep storytelling and world-building, discover the story of this seemingly abandoned world as you explore and unlock the mysteries of 3 unique Realms… and beyond!

Why similar: Mystery 21%, Puzzle 15.2%, Investigation 14.3%, Adventure 14.3%, Story Rich 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the developers of Myst, this first-person puzzle adventure offers the same polished, atmospheric exploration found in Prominence.

The Moon has gone dark, cutting off Earth’s last source of energy. As a lone astronaut, you’ll explore abandoned lunar bases, solve intricate puzzles, and navigate stunning zero-gravity environments. Operate advanced vehicles, uncover hidden truths, and survive in this gripping sci-fi thriller.

Why similar: Space 22.4%, Adventure 17.3%, Sci-fi 14.9%, Indie 10.2%, Mystery 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic sci-fi thriller that combines space exploration with puzzle-solving to save humanity from an energy crisis.

Lost and alone after a terrible landslide, Yandi must find his way home in this old-school point and click adventure set deep in the Sumatran jungle! Will he make it out alive?

Why similar: Point & Click 18.4%, Investigation 18.3%, Drama 10.7%, Mystery 8.6%, Puzzle 8%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click adventure that emphasizes investigation and inventory-based puzzle-solving in a remote, mysterious setting.

Play as an Artificial Intelligence guiding a stranded xenobiologist through a beautiful and mysterious alien ocean. A non-violent sci-fi story, enter a world of wonder, fear and vulnerability, unraveling the history and ecology of an impossible planet. What will you discover together?

Why similar: Artificial Intelligence 14.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Point & Click 9.4%, Indie 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique sci-fi exploration game that uses a minimalist interface to build a deep sense of mystery and discovery.

Destination Primus Vita is a narrative, first-person and episodic puzzle game set in a science-fiction universe. Follow the adventures of our main six characters: Austin, Hayao, Artemis, BrX, Geny and Coby as they travel across the cosmos to Primus Vita to complete their vital mission… to save life on Earth!

Why similar: Sci-fi 21.1%, Adventure 15.8%, Casual 13.5%, Space 12.6%, Indie 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy sci-fi adventure that emphasizes environmental interaction and narrative progression.

Follow Nova Dune, a space explorer in her quest to find out about the unfamiliar distress signal she received aboard her ship. Determined to investigate it, she finds herself on a desolated planet where all civilization has vanished.

Why similar: Sci-fi 21%, Mystery 18.9%, Space 15.9%, Adventure 15.1%, Puzzle 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated puzzle adventure that captures the curiosity-driven gameplay of exploring mysterious, alien-like environments.

Discover a world where life is cheap, identities are bought & sold, & a quest for redemption can change the fate of a whole galaxy.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.7%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Adventure 16%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, noir-inspired sci-fi point-and-click adventure that shares the strong narrative focus found in Prominence.

In 2097, life is discovered on Mars. When your mission of first contact becomes trapped by a cave-in, you must master the alien ecosystem to survive. Soon you stumble upon more than anyone expected, and with time running out, you will make a decision that determines the fate of a lost planet.

Why similar: Sci-fi 33.1%, Adventure 17.6%, Exploration 12.2%, Puzzle 12.1%, Indie 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused sci-fi game that tasks you with understanding and manipulating an alien ecosystem through puzzle-like mechanics.

Investigating a time-loop during the Cold War, light years away from Earth. Neoproxima is a text-based adventure game that combines exploration and simple RPG and survival mechanics. Plan your next loop carefully, and go as far as possible before time catches up with you.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.3%, Investigation 15.5%, Sci-fi 15.3%, Mystery 13%, Space 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven point-and-click game that leans heavily into sci-fi mystery and atmospheric storytelling.

Experience an immersive sci-fi adventure. Walk in the footsteps of the ill-fated crew members of the Miranda station. Explore a world cloaked in mystery and danger, solve clever puzzles to help discover the questions that...

Why similar: Space 23%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Adventure 15.5%, First-Person 10.2%, Puzzle 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person adventure that places you in a desolate space environment, focusing on survival and puzzle-solving.

An adventure about a robot saving her home from a dark crystalline force. Set upon a biopunk space station bursting with fantastic plants and aliens.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.7%, Adventure 18.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Indie 12.9%, Puzzle 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming point-and-click adventure that features clever puzzle mechanics within a sci-fi setting.

Dive into the boundless galaxy and embark on an emotional adventure! Help little robot Emeth to fulfill a century-old promise by finding Earth in order to save Mankind—so step into the spaceship, operate a deep space telescope, and find out what’s out there in the unknown.

Why similar: Space 17.2%, Point & Click 15.6%, Sci-fi 10%, Puzzle 9.1%, Story Rich 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich space adventure that focuses on the emotional weight of exploration and discovery.

Experience the surreal story of Elea. In this first-person Sci-Fi adventure you play as a space scientist recovering your lost husband. Venture out on a curious interstellar journey, full of devastating memories and startling secrets.

Why similar: Artificial Intelligence 14.1%, Adventure 13.9%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Space 10%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven sci-fi adventure that focuses on atmospheric exploration and the mystery of a lost mission.

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: Investigation 15.2%, Mystery 12.6%, Puzzle 12.4%, Adventure 12.1%, First-Person 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person puzzle adventure that focuses on uncovering a mystery in a remote location, sharing the same methodical pacing as Prominence.

Event[0] is a sci-fi narrative exploration game where you build a relationship with a lonely spaceship computer to get home to Earth.

Why similar: Artificial Intelligence 18.4%, Space 16.1%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Mystery 10.7%, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: A space mystery that uses a unique terminal-based communication system to advance the narrative and solve puzzles.

An emotional point-and-click hard sci-fi adventure game about exploring an abandoned space station. Follow messages left by the long-gone staff to learn the outcome of the research team and the secrets they left behind.

Why similar: Space 16.7%, Point & Click 15.4%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Mystery 12%, Puzzle 8%

PREMIER EDITION - While seeking life on a distant planet, an astronaut discovers an abandoned Russian town. He suspects his mission is a hoax until a mysterious young woman saves him from a strange and deadly phenomenon...

Why similar: Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 16.7%, Mystery 14.3%, Old School 9.9%, Puzzle 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A third-person sci-fi exploration game that captures the feeling of being a lone astronaut uncovering the secrets of a strange world.

Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.

Why similar: Space 41%, Sci-fi 24%, Adventure 11.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Indie 7.6%

A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.8%, Sci-fi 19.4%, Mystery 13.3%, Story Rich 9.5%, Adventure 8.2%

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: Adventure 23.2%, First-Person 18.1%, Puzzle 16.3%, Indie 13.4%, Exploration 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person puzzle game that explores complex narrative themes through environmental investigation.

A new sci-fi adventure from Cyan, the creators of Myst. Abducted far across the universe, you find yourself on a broken alien landscape with odd pieces of Earth. Explore, uncover, solve, and find a way to make it home.

Why similar: Adventure 18.3%, Mystery 14.6%, Puzzle 14.2%, First-Person 10.5%, Exploration 10.1%

Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.

Why similar: Investigation 21.6%, Mystery 18.2%, Puzzle 11.2%, Story Rich 9.3%, Atmospheric 8.1%

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.4%, Mystery 16.6%, Adventure 12.5%, Puzzle 12.4%, Story Rich 10.9%

You wake up in a spaceship, you realize that strange things are going on there, you try to get back to civilization. However, this is harder than you think, the encounters will drive you crazy and you will doubt yourself.

Why similar: Space 26.2%, Sci-fi 21.1%, Adventure 15.2%, Atmospheric 10.7%, Puzzle 9%

You wake up in a spaceship with no memories. In this escape room with a sci-fi setting you will have to investigate your past solving different puzzles. Will you be able to discover what happened to you and how did you get there?

Why similar: Investigation 20.9%, Point & Click 20%, Sci-fi 15.3%, Mystery 12.2%, Puzzle 9.1%

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: Sci-fi 13.9%, Mystery 13.3%, Puzzle 12.7%, Adventure 10.8%, First-Person 10.6%

Make your way through this thrilling old school style point and click adventure game and try to solve the mysterious circumstances plaguing Bayou Island.

Why similar: Point & Click 25.6%, Drama 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Casual 10.2%, Adventure 10.2%

Archaica is an atmospheric puzzler with lasers and mirrors, that introduces a mystical and ancient world, full of challenging puzzles. In this game, we become the Light Bearer who is sent on a quest to walk the legendary Path of Light and save the world from impending disaster.

Why similar: Classic 17.4% ★, Puzzle 12.6%, Mystery 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Adventure 11.2%

An archaeologist uncovers a lost history in an ancient space Nebula. Award-winning narrative adventure game with hieroglyphic language puzzles, from the creators of 80 DAYS.

Why similar: Point & Click 17.4%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Mystery 14%, Adventure 9.3%, Puzzle 8%

Mysterious phenomena from space. A researcher's fatal accident. Cryptic codes engraved on an unknown material. Together with your brilliant sister-in-law, you must unravel a mystery that could determine the fate of Earth. A sci-fi mystery visual novel of discovery and suspense.

Why similar: Sci-fi 19.3%, Space 17.4%, Drama 16.8%, Investigation 14.8%, Adventure 14.6%

Explore an abandoned building, encountering puzzles and clues to discover what happened, as you try to escape in both your nightmares and the waking world. Be immersed in the hauntingly beautiful 3D atmosphere in this puzzle exploration mystery game.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 20%, Mystery 14%, Puzzle 13%, Atmospheric 11.8%, First-Person 11.7%

Machinika: Atlas is an indie puzzle game and is the direct sequel to Machinika: Museum, you play as a museum researcher who just land on Atlas. Will you unravel the mysteries of the alien vessel? Solve cryptic puzzles to find out what happened!

Why similar: Point & Click 16.8%, Space 13%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Investigation 11.9%, Mystery 10.3%

You're a Stardiver on a mission. Descend into the depths of an underwater world filled with wonder, mysteries, and peril. Discover the story behind the abandoned base. Explore this submerged planet and learn its history.

Why similar: Space 17.1%, Investigation 17%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Mystery 12.8%, Adventure 7.4%

Between Horizons is a narrative 2.5D sci-fi detective adventure. 33 years into the Zephyr's journey, its mission is suddenly jeopardized. Can you find the culprit before it's too late? Experience an enthralling story set in a semi-open world that branches and ends based on your choices.

Why similar: Investigation 21.6%, Point & Click 19.8%, Space 18.3%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Adventure 8.8%

The challenge of a dangerous serial killer plummets detective Lazarus Bundy’s career into a chasm with no way out. In a desperate attempt at a comeback, Lazarus decides to secretly investigate the disappearance of Kathrin Mulzberg.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.1%, Great Soundtrack 21.1%, Mystery 14%, Adventure 13.8%, Story Rich 7.4%

Waking up alone in a derelict terraforming facility on an unknown (and distinctly not terraformed) planet, it's up to you to find a way to survive, learn what happened to the people who lived here and why you were abandoned in this narrative-driven incremental game.

Why similar: Sci-fi 17.8%, Space 17.7%, Adventure 13%, Exploration 12.9%, Puzzle 12.2%

Can you save Silence, the grim, but also serene world between life and death? Can you help Noah find his little sister Renie in this suffering world? Can you bring her home? Explore Silence and join the siblings on their adventurous journey.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.7%, Adventure 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 16.1%, Story Rich 8.8%, Puzzle 3.6%

Empathy: Path of Whispers is an atmospheric and story-driven adventure game where you explore a seemingly abandoned world through the emotions and memories of the people who once inhabited it, trying to restore the world’s lost balance by journeying through its past.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.6%, Adventure 22.6%, Story Rich 12.2%, Indie 10.2%, Atmospheric 10%

BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION is an isometric, point & click adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic future. Explore an unscene landscape, solve puzzles, meet new friends and make powerful enemies, mediate conflicts and fight for your life as you unravel the secrets of the desolate world around you.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.4%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Investigation 13.6%, Old School 11.6%, Mystery 11.1%

The Moon's haunted - and when an astronaut loses contact with Earth, the adventure begins in full. Fill up your oxygen, load up the guns, and set out on an interstellar FPS adventure across the stars, filled with puzzles, fights, exploration, and strange secrets of the universe.

Why similar: Space 17.1%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Mystery 12.7%, Adventure 11.8%, First-Person 8.2%

A steampunk-ish detective adventure from the creator of A Golden Wake and Shardlight! Can you help private investigator Miles Fordham find justice for his clients and track down his partner's killer before his entire world comes apart?

Why similar: Point & Click 31.3%, Mystery 20.9%, Adventure 13.8%, Story Rich 9.7%, Indie 8.3%

Unveil the truth in a genre-blending sci-fi mystery. Awaken from cryogenic slumber you find your shelter damaged by unknown circumstances. Scavenge your surroundings, repair the shelter and explore the ruins in hopes of uncovering – or perhaps avoiding – the uncomfortable truth of what has transpired.

Why similar: Adventure 26.9%, Sci-fi 25.3%, Mystery 18.9%, Indie 18.9%, Story Rich 10%

An asteroid the size of a small moon is on a crash course toward Earth. Once the wayward asteroid is nuked into a safe orbit, a trio conducts a routine examination of the rocky surface. What they uncover is anything but routine.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.6%, Classic 24.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 16.3%, Adventure 14.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%

Woken from a hypersleep, you find yourself alone on a drifting star cruiser, light years from home. The crew has disappeared, leaving behind nothing but a few scattered records and a strange artifact that seems to hold the key to an alien civilisation.

Why similar: Indie 48.1%, Puzzle 26.4%, Adventure 25.4%

Investigate a broken mind to unravel a twisted case. Deduce the truth. Restore lost memories. Listen to private conversations. Draw your own conclusions. Mind Diver is a murder mystery, where the victim is love.

Why similar: Investigation 18.3%, Mystery 12.5%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Drama 11.1%, Puzzle 7.7%

Red Matter is a story-driven VR puzzle adventure game set during a dystopian sci-fi Cold War. Take on the role of Agent Epsilon, an astronaut of the Atlantic Union dispatched to an abandoned Volgravian moon base on a faraway planet. Your mission: to investigate a shady top secret research project.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 18.9%, Sci-fi 14.9%, Mystery 12.3%, Puzzle 8.7%, Adventure 8.2%