Games Like Puzzle Agent

Agent Nelson Tethers just solved his biggest case yet. So why isn't he satisfied? Venture back to eerie Scoggins, Minnesota to solve the mystery of "the Hidden People" once and for all!

Why similar: Detective 19%, Interactive Fiction 14.9%, Point & Click 13.2%, Dark Humor 9.2%, Puzzle 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it continues the exact same narrative, art style, and puzzle-heavy gameplay as the original.

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Detective 28.5%, Point & Click 19.7%, Mystery 12.9%, Dark Humor 7.4%, Puzzle 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same blend of supernatural detective mystery and witty, lighthearted humor in a point-and-click format.

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Detective 34.5%, Point & Click 20.9%, Mystery 11.7%, Puzzle 10.5%, Comedy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This detective mystery features a unique, vibrant art style and focuses heavily on logic puzzles to uncover the truth.

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery.

Why similar: Detective 29.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.8%, Point & Click 14.8%, Mystery 14.5%, Comedy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the quirky, low-stakes, and humorous investigation style found in Puzzle Agent.

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Why similar: Point & Click 39.9%, Detective 23.8%, Adventure 12.2%, Comedy 8.5%, Casual 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by Telltale, this series shares the same dark, irreverent humor and point-and-click detective mechanics.

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 16%, Interactive Fiction 15.2%, Detective 14.5%, Mystery 10.5%, Puzzle 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This point-and-click adventure features a compelling mystery and a hand-drawn aesthetic that emphasizes character-driven storytelling.

A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.

Why similar: Detective 34.9%, Point & Click 21.7%, Dark Humor 14.6%, Puzzle 10.7%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a surreal, noir-inspired detective experience with a highly distinct visual style that complements its mystery narrative.

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Detective 31.5%, Point & Click 21.9%, Puzzle 12.7%, Mystery 11.8%, Comedy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines investigation mechanics with puzzle-solving in a colorful, stylized world that feels very accessible.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.2%, Detective 12.8%, Puzzle 10.7%, Adventure 10.6%, Mystery 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click adventure that balances complex puzzles with a mysterious, slightly offbeat story.

Are you ready to serve the guests in the Rusty Lake Hotel? Solve all mysteries in this dark and eerie puzzle game. Rusty Lake Hotel is a point-and-click adventure by the creators of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series.

Why similar: Point & Click 31.4%, Puzzle 21.3%, Mystery 11%, Surreal 8.1%, Dark Humor 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the surreal, slightly unsettling atmosphere and puzzle-centric gameplay that fans of Puzzle Agent will appreciate.

A classic point and click adventure game, featuring weird and wonderful characters, beautiful animation and a fantastic soundtrack. "It is quite possibly one of the finest point-and-click comedy murder mystery adventure games set in Victorian London you will play today" - Bertram Fiddle

Why similar: Point & Click 33.9%, Detective 19.4%, Comedy 10.2%, Mystery 10.2%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: The hand-drawn, eccentric art style and comedic detective premise feel like a spiritual cousin to the Puzzle Agent series.

A suave secret agent adventure game. Your mission (should you choose to accept) is to infiltrate enemy spy Ruby La Rouge’s secret hideaway and put a stop to her evil plans!

Why similar: Detective 28.9%, Point & Click 21.9%, Mystery 17.8%, Puzzle 14.1%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on clever, interconnected puzzles within a stylish, spy-themed detective narrative.

Solving crime is no walk in the pond. You are a down-on-his-luck detective who also happens to be a duck. Use your powers of de-duck-tion to inspect evidence, fill in the blanks, and bust the case wide open! This is a short but twisty detective case.

Why similar: Detective 37.4%, Point & Click 14.3%, Mystery 12.3%, Interactive Fiction 11.9%, Puzzle 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, funny, and charming detective game that relies on observation and deduction in a quirky setting.

It’s the 1920s and the world’s foremost detective is about to embark on his most challenging case yet. Thankfully, in this world that’s not quite like our own, there’s nobody better to crack the case than the great detective and gentleman giraffe, Lord Winklebottom.

Why similar: Detective 27.3%, Point & Click 20.2%, Mystery 13.4%, Puzzle 7.8%, Dark Humor 7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a whimsical, hand-drawn detective story that balances mystery with a distinct sense of humor.

Do you like adventure, comedy, and dime store detective novels? Then boy have we got the game for you! Join Voodoo Detective in a hand-drawn, point-and-click noir where you’ll pit your wits and hoodoo know-how against a sinister evil that’s taken root on beautiful Zo Wanga Isle.

Why similar: Detective 28.5%, Point & Click 20.3%, Mystery 14.3%, Puzzle 8.4%, Comedy 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic point-and-click experience with a strong narrative and a distinct, hand-drawn noir aesthetic.

Stretch your legs, clean your whiskers, and dive into Nine Noir Lives. Enjoy a "point-and-lick" comedy-noir adventure, full of humour, crazy characters, and intriguing locations. Solve challenging puzzles and answer the immortal question: how many things need to be licked to solve a murder in this town?

Why similar: Detective 29.3%, Point & Click 21.9%, Puzzle 10.4%, Mystery 10.2%, Comedy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click detective game with a comedic tone and a unique, stylized world that rewards careful observation.

An open-and-shut case of petty vandalism balloons into a far-flung mind-control conspiracy involving former child stars, the media, the mafia, the government, the internet, and the bright side of the moon. Telltale's episodic classic, lovingly remastered by members of the original development team.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.7%, Detective 23.2%, Puzzle 15%, Comedy 10.9%, Adventure 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A Telltale classic that defines the genre of humorous, character-driven point-and-click detective adventures.

Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Why similar: Point & Click 33.1%, Puzzle 19.4%, Surreal 11.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Story Rich 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique, hand-drawn art and focus on environmental logic puzzles make it a must-play for fans of puzzle-heavy adventures.

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Detective 33.2%, Point & Click 22.8%, Mystery 17.7%, Hand-drawn 5.9%, Story Rich 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational detective adventure that excels at combining historical mystery with engaging point-and-click puzzles.

Humor-filled indie adventure game created by the makers of Machinarium and Samorost.

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Puzzle 14%, Surreal 11.8%, Comedy 9.2%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: While less narrative-focused, its quirky, hand-drawn world and puzzle-based exploration share the charm of Puzzle Agent.

'The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief' is a thrilling crime adventure in three chapters from the creators of 'The Book of Unwritten Tales'. Full of twists and turns, it immerses you in both sides of the story, combining thrill-of-the-chase whodunit with the risk and reward of a heist story. Paris, 1960.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.5%, Detective 30.9%, Mystery 15.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Puzzle 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A more traditional detective mystery that captures the thrill of investigation through classic point-and-click gameplay.

The Journey Down is a point-and-click series with an Afro-Caribbean twist. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, mystery and grave danger - but also a journey of warmth, friendship and love.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.2%, Dark Humor 13.7%, Surreal 12.4%, Adventure 11.8%, Comedy 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This adventure features a unique, Afro-Caribbean inspired art style and a mysterious plot that unfolds through point-and-click exploration.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.9%, Comedy 13.8%, Puzzle 10.6%, Adventure 10.6%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of the genre that features a surreal world, dark humor, and a memorable detective-style narrative.

A mysterious invitation leads to the attic of an abandoned house. In the room is a cast-iron safe laced with strange carvings and on top, a note from your distant companion. It promises something ancient and astonishing concealed in the iron chamber - you need only find a way in.

Why similar: Puzzle 36.3%, Point & Click 27.2%, Mystery 23.3%, Adventure 3.6%, Atmospheric 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on intricate, tactile puzzles that satisfy the same itch for logic and discovery as Puzzle Agent.

Paradigm is a surreal adventure game set in the strange and post apocalyptic Eastern European country of Krusz. Play as the handsome mutant, Paradigm, whose past comes back to haunt him in the form of a genetically engineered sloth that vomits candy.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.6%, Surreal 15.7%, Comedy 15%, Adventure 12.1%, Funny 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, absurd point-and-click adventure that leans into the same kind of off-the-wall humor found in Puzzle Agent.

Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.5%, Puzzle 21%, Story Rich 11.6%, Horror 7.3%, Surreal 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a darker, more surreal take on the point-and-click genre with a highly distinct, hand-drawn art style.

Gorogoa is an elegant evolution of the puzzle genre, told through a beautifully hand-drawn story designed and illustrated by Jason Roberts. Winner of Debut Game at the 2018 BAFTA Games Awards, as well as Best Mobile Game and the Innovation Award at the GDC 2018 Choice Awards.

Why similar: Puzzle 31%, Point & Click 18.2%, Mystery 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%, Hand-drawn 9%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative puzzle game that uses visual storytelling and unique mechanics to create a mysterious, contemplative experience.

Delve into a dark adventure following the boy with a prosthetic face and a tragic past. Unravel the sinister mysteries of Sally's world to find the truth that lies hidden beneath the shadows.

Why similar: Point & Click 17.3%, Interactive Fiction 15%, Mystery 14.8%, Puzzle 12%, Dark Humor 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mystery-driven adventure with a unique, hand-drawn aesthetic that explores unsettling themes through puzzle-solving.

Step into the hilariously twisted world of Wildwood Down, a side-splitting comedy thriller. Featuring a protagonist with Down Syndrome. (Inspired by and voice acted by the Dev's childhood friend!) Perfect for fans of the P-n-C adventure genre and new comers looking for a wild heartfelt ride!

Why similar: Detective 19.5%, Point & Click 16.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Mystery 11%, Puzzle 9.2%

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.1%, Comedy 14.2%, Puzzle 14%, Adventure 9.8%, Dark Humor 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic, puzzle-filled point-and-click adventure that features a vibrant world and a fast-paced, humorous narrative.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.7%, Puzzle 13.1%, Comedy 11.3%, Adventure 10.6%, Story Rich 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click game that set the standard for puzzle design and humorous, character-driven storytelling.

Follow the meaning is a surreal point-and-click puzzle adventure. Join detective Paul Trilby as he works to unravel the mysteries of a peculiar town, seemingly ruled by the local Hospital. Over the wall and behind tightly shut gates, a dark secret lies in wait…

Why similar: Detective 22.2%, Point & Click 21.7%, Mystery 13.4%, Puzzle 13.4%, Surreal 7.1%

Join Dangeresque, the world's greatest private eye/crooked cop, as he puzzles his way through 3 bite-sized roomisodes in this classic-style point n' click adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.4%, Detective 27.4%, Mystery 13.5%, Adventure 10.5%, Comedy 10.3%

Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America’s 34th most haunted city. Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 9 chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.

Why similar: Detective 23.2%, Point & Click 15.7%, Mystery 11.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, Puzzle 8.3%

Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

Why similar: Detective 32.9%, Point & Click 24.6%, Mystery 19.2%, Comedy 7.5%, Casual 5.5%

From the makers of the 2012 Game of the Year: The Walking Dead, comes a thriller based on the award-winning Fables comic books. As Bigby Wolf you will discover that a brutal, bloody murder is just a taste of things to come in a game series where your every decision can have enormous consequences.

Why similar: Detective 43%, Point & Click 23.8%, Mystery 11.1%, Story Rich 9%, Adventure 7.1%

Detective Penguin is the first and only physics-and-penguin-based detective game on the market. Solve cases in your own way. Interrogate suspects, find clues, or use your flippers to punch your way to the answers.

Why similar: Detective 34.5%, Interactive Fiction 22.7%, Dark Humor 16.1%, Comedy 8.5%, Casual 5.7%

Become the most celebrated detective of all time: Sherlock Holmes! Use your impressive talents as a detective to solve six thrilling and varied cases: murders, missing persons, spectacular thefts and numerous investigations that sometimes lead you into the realms of the fantastic.

Why similar: Detective 49.7%, Mystery 16.6%, Point & Click 10.5%, Puzzle 8.9%, Adventure 6%

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: Detective 29.5%, Point & Click 16.2%, Mystery 16.1%, Interactive Fiction 15.7%, Puzzle 10.2%

A pointy-clicky comedy corporate thriller. Solve puzzles, get to know your colleagues, and unravel a sinister global conspiracy. All in a day's work.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.6%, Comedy 15.1%, Mystery 13%, Adventure 8.7%, Story Rich 7%

A hilariously madcap point-and-click adventure as a determined bellboy tasked with clearing out a bustling hotel in just one wild weekend! Can he manage the chaos and evict all the guests? The clock is ticking!

Why similar: Detective 23.7%, Point & Click 19.1%, Mystery 11.7%, Puzzle 11.1%, Dark Humor 10.6%

Detective Gallo is a point&click comic-noir adventure that is entirely hand-illustrated and hand-animated, and whose protagonist is a feathered and grumpy private eye struggling with a very tricky case, bizarre characters, and puzzles that will put his insight and patience to the test.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.9%, Detective 29.3%, Adventure 14.6%, Comedy 13.2%

A detective narrative puzzler without pre-set options! Raise your questions at will, and an AI-host will answer only with 'yes' or 'no.' Drive the investigation with your curiosity; the path to solving the mystery lies in questions you ask. Can you dig out the truth through your questions?

Why similar: Detective 35.5%, Mystery 16.4%, Point & Click 16.3%, Puzzle 14.8%, Story Rich 5.9%

Step into a hilarious, steampunk-tinged point n click space adventure! Play as Captain Brawe, Agent Luna and Danny across four colorful planets — solve clever puzzles, uncover conspiracies, and meet unforgettable characters (space pirates, secret agents, and eccentric aliens).

Why similar: Point & Click 23.3%, Detective 20.9%, Puzzle 13.2%, Dark Humor 11.9%, Comedy 10%

A Bleaker Predicklement is a hilarious AND mysterious point and click adventure game. Explore smoggy alleys, meet suspicious characters and help Bertram as he finds himself framed for a murdering he did not commit!

Why similar: Detective 26%, Point & Click 22.7%, Mystery 16.9%, Adventure 8.9%, Comedy 8.2%

Chapter Two of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Detective 32.3%, Point & Click 25.3%, Dark Humor 11.7%, Surreal 9.8%, Adventure 7.2%

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Detective 31.4%, Point & Click 22.6%, Mystery 17.4%, Comedy 9.8%, Story Rich 6.5%

Play a story-driven room escape game with unique puzzles enjoyed by tens of millions of players. Solve mysteries, puzzle through escape rooms, and find the clue that will crack the case in a critically acclaimed puzzle adventure game!

Why similar: Detective 25.7%, Point & Click 18.9%, Mystery 12.9%, Puzzle 11.1%, Interactive Fiction 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: Detective 35.7%, Mystery 18.7%, Puzzle 13.7%, Story Rich 7.1%, Casual 5.4%

You are the one and only Duck Detective, a depressed and recently divorced duck who must quack the case. Inspect evidence, make de-duck-tions, and solve this no-murder mystery!

Why similar: Detective 33.2%, Point & Click 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Mystery 13.3%, Puzzle 6.8%

A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation.

Why similar: Detective 33%, Mystery 16.9%, Point & Click 16.4%, Puzzle 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 9.2%

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Detective 36.1%, Mystery 16.1%, Point & Click 15%, Puzzle 11.9%, Story Rich 6.4%

Join the investigation in Murder Is Game Over, a pixel art point-and-click game where you and Cleo try to solve the murder of a famous game designer. Can you uncover the clues and catch the killer before it's game over?

Why similar: Detective 23.7%, Interactive Fiction 21.4%, Point & Click 18.1%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Puzzle 11.7%

An anime-inspired supernatural detective game. Uncover the identities and powers of your adversaries using a conspiracy board full of evidence.

Why similar: Detective 35.1%, Point & Click 19%, Mystery 16.5%, Puzzle 11.3%, Story Rich 6.1%

A narrative puzzle-thriller that blurs the lines between games and books, reality and fiction, puzzles and storytelling.

Why similar: Detective 30%, Interactive Fiction 17.4%, Point & Click 14.8%, Puzzle 11.6%, Mystery 11.3%

Join the crazy police detective Francis in his search for a kidnapped cloned beauty and go through countless escapades with him in this classic point & click adventure full of comedy.

Why similar: Detective 25.2%, Interactive Fiction 23.4%, Point & Click 23%, Dark Humor 7.5%, Comedy 6.9%

Murder. Nothin’ nice about it. In this old school detective adventure, step into the boots of whip-smart Inspector Waffles and travel the city to track hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects, and unravel a dangerous mystery. But be warned: curiosity killed the cat...

Why similar: Detective 31.6%, Point & Click 20.3%, Mystery 13.9%, Puzzle 10.3%, Comedy 6.8%

Every level introduces a unique solution method, breaking the fourth wall between the game and the player in unprecedented ways. From using a pause button to halt threats to turning off the sound to put an enemy NPC to sleep, the game continually surprises and engages players.

Why similar: Puzzle 45.3%, Detective 35.2%, Casual 14.2%, 2D 5.3%

Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man!

Why similar: Detective 27.8%, Point & Click 17.2%, Mystery 13.5%, Puzzle 10.9%, Comedy 6.6%

Colin’s apartment maze has puzzles, dialogues, and some dry humor waiting for you. A surreal adventure of a special kind.

Why similar: Point & Click 25.9%, Dark Humor 18.2%, Puzzle 13.9%, Surreal 8.5%, Mystery 8.2%