Games Like Raisond'etre

Causality is a survival horror game. You must rescue 3 students trapped in a school full of mysterious psychic phenomena, and uncover the secrets behind therein. The real story behind the school, and the causal relationship of the events, is all in your hands.

Why similar: Adventure 35.8%, Top-Down 31.5%, Story Rich 15.1%, Multiple Endings 9.2%, 2D 4.7%

Unravel the mystery of the King's sudden death... Claim your right for the throne. Try to stay alive as long as possible. Will you take the risk? The story for those who are brave enough to dive in a dark story and are able to think reasonably.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.6%, Story Rich 19%, Adventure 18.3%, Multiple Endings 7.1%, Indie 4.2%

Exploration, puzzles and a touch of classic horror awaits you! Uncover the secrets and mysteries of Neuville's Mansion. Test your logic against diverse puzzles, locate and use a variety of items, and don't lose your sense of direction, as navigation itself becomes an obstacle in your path!

Why similar: Adventure 39.3%, Story Rich 24.7%, Multiple Endings 12.9%, Indie 9.1%, 2D 7.9%

This is Interesting is a psychological horror mystery based game with roguelite elements. You are being watched, and you aren't really sure why. Delve through the depths of memory to uncover the mystery behind the gray purgatory you find yourself in.

Why similar: Exploration 30.2%, Top-Down 30%, Adventure 16.9%, Story Rich 12.4%, 2D 4%

Insight is a single-player horror story game shrouded in mystery. You'll take control of different characters to solve crimes and unveil the dark secrets behind them.

Why similar: Story Rich 58.8%, Multiple Endings 24.6%, Adventure 14.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Can this last case of Oliver, all be just a small part of a bigger picture? Gather clues, unravel the mystery behind the case and uncover the truth.

Why similar: Violent 27.2%, Adventure 26.6%, Exploration 24.2%, Story Rich 12.5%, Indie 4.9%

Two souls are drawn into a mysterious otherworld—and torn apart. In a realm filled with danger and restless spirits, each searches for the other while uncovering hidden truths. A suspenseful multi-ending adventure where every choice shapes their fate.

Why similar: Adventure 27.2%, Exploration 21.4%, Violent 19.5%, Story Rich 16.7%, Multiple Endings 9.5%

How far would you go to bring someone back from the dead? Discover the depths that some will go to in this horror-adventure game.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.3%, Adventure 23.4%, Story Rich 14.4%, Multiple Endings 9.5%, Singleplayer 3.4%

In this first-person horror mystery game, you set out to bury the horrible past of a tyrannical government. Retrieve and destroy the documents that unravel the secrets that lie beneath Oack Grove. Will you discover the terrifying truth and find your way out?

Why similar: Exploration 29.5%, Adventure 29.2%, Violent 18.5%, Story Rich 14.2%, Indie 4.5%

Immerse yourself in the winter forest and help a lost soul to find a piece of itself. What is awaiting you there.. or who?

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.1%, Exploration 17.5%, Adventure 14.7%, Story Rich 14.2%, Multiple Endings 9.5%

Will you solve the mystery of the Salazar manor or will you become another permanent inhabitant? An Italian horror inspired adventure game!

Why similar: Violent 34.7%, Adventure 26.8%, Story Rich 24.7%, Indie 6.8%, 2D 3.7%

Every why has a wherefore. You are trapped, and you must escape. But is that really the goal? Centum is an unreliable narrative-driven adventure where everything may be a lie.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.3%, Exploration 27.1%, Adventure 21.1%, 2D 4.4%, Singleplayer 4.3%

A dark fantasy story adventure to face the long-forgotten 「memories」!

Why similar: Gothic 51.9% ★, Visual Novel 19.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Story Rich 10.3%, Indie 2.6%

You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.6%, Story Rich 24.5%, Multiple Endings 17.3%, Singleplayer 5.6%

UNFORGOTTEN – a story-driven, non-linear visual novel, where you can immerse in the ethnic ambience of Northern myths and horrors. Can you solve the riddles of the past - without ever losing yourself in the present? Your fate is in your hands!

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.1%, Adventure 21.7%, Story Rich 16.3%, Multiple Endings 7.6%, Indie 5.1%

Train of Afterlife is a mystery, psychological, horror Visual Novel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 57.3%, Adventure 25%, Indie 6.2%, Story Rich 6.1%, Multiple Endings 3.7%

Basically the story goes as visual novel form. Sometimes, the system switches into dot part, and you can control the character to continue the story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.4%, Adventure 24.4%, Violent 19.9%, Exploration 13.4%, Multiple Endings 6.3%

Through the eyes of Torao, explore a story that raises profound questions about the value of life. Questions that speak to those living in modern times, those in the city, and for all of us.

Why similar: Visual Novel 51%, Adventure 38.8%, Story Rich 4.5%, 2D 3.3%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Suhoshin is a 2D Visual Novel set in the medieval Joseon period of Korea. While investigating a series of mysterious murders, you will have to make choices that will lead you down different paths toward different endings.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.6%, Adventure 19.4%, Story Rich 17.4%, Multiple Endings 8.9%, 2D 2.3%

Do you often think of what is there, beneath the towns and the cities we live in? Sewer systems, bombshelters, scientific objects... Are you ready to find yourself in a place on the edge of the reality plane you are used to?

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.4%, Adventure 25.2%, Story Rich 8.9%, Indie 8.2%, Multiple Endings 6.9%

This story-driven adventure follows a mystery of death and despair from reality into the surreal realms of objective memories and subjective experiences. Search the mind, solve puzzles, and unravel the dark truth in this psychological thriller.

Why similar: Exploration 23.9%, Adventure 21.1%, Story Rich 17.9%, Violent 14.6%, Multiple Endings 14.3%

Detective Rainy Night is a narrative adventure with elements of deduction. Violent crimes, mature stories, and a touch of psychological horror await you at the Motel Holiday. Grab a pencil and paper because solving this case won’t be easy.

Why similar: Exploration 49.4%, Adventure 41.2%, Singleplayer 9.4%

Your next job awaits in Karisvale, detective. Will you fulfill your duty? Or become lost in the mystery... Explore a retro top-down world, question its citizens, and collect hidden items to uncover Karisvale's dark secret.

Why similar: Top-Down 34.7%, Exploration 25.6%, Adventure 19.3%, Story Rich 11.6%, 2D 4.1%

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: Visual Novel 38.5%, Exploration 22.6%, Adventure 14.7%, Story Rich 14.6%, 2D 3.5%

《Seduction》is a 2d horror adventure puzzle game. Lee has to survive in the dark realm and to save Mei's soul from being use for the great summoning. Facing with mysteries, he has to figure out the truth in order to end it.

Why similar: Violent 34.9%, Adventure 31.1%, Story Rich 20.5%, Indie 7.1%, 2D 4.1%

"DEAD DREAMS" is a 2D psychological horror game focused on puzzle-solving and atmosphere with a complex non-linear story in which every element has a meaning...

Why similar: Story Rich 33.5%, Adventure 31.3%, Multiple Endings 19.4%, 2D 8.7%, Singleplayer 7.1%

A horror channel browsing game where each channel holds a different nightmare to experience, explore them and find out the truth about what has happened in a small town where the inhabitants have disappeared.

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.6%, Violent 21.4%, Story Rich 15.1%, Adventure 12.2%, 2D 3.7%

Your class goes on a field trip to Durhal Cathedral before things take an unexpected turn. Solve the mystery before you and your friends perish!

Why similar: Adventure 25.4%, Story Rich 21.6%, Top-Down 20.9%, Exploration 18.8%, Indie 4.5%

A mystery adventure game and visual novel set on solitary Shironagasu Island. Discover its secrets, solve its mysteries, and escape from the ominous island!

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.4%, Adventure 35.7%, Story Rich 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%, Indie 1.5%

Interrogate suspects, search for clues, & uncover a dastardly plot, as you solve a string of mystifying murders to help reluctant detective Ilmarinen escape the foreboding Fafnir Hotel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.8%, Top-Down 16.4%, Story Rich 16%, Adventure 15.1%, Singleplayer 3.2%

It's a mystery game that reveals the truth through an autopsy. Be a forensic doctor and find out why the dead died.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Adventure 25.8%, Story Rich 11.2%, Indie 7.3%, Multiple Endings 5.3%

A story about discovering anomalies, finding strange energy sources, and the intertwining of peculiar spaces. Get ready to uncover hidden stories, delve into a horrifying narrative and unveil the most fundamental truth!

Why similar: Visual Novel 39%, Exploration 25.9%, Adventure 16.8%, Story Rich 14.9%, 2D 3.4%

There are 6 depths to descend; the further you go, the more terror you will experience. Uncover mysteries, solve puzzles, and immerse yourself in a dark storyline that Inside Depth 6 has to offer. Journey through all 6 depths to uncover the secrets buried within.

Why similar: Adventure 36.7%, Exploration 24.5%, Story Rich 19.1%, Multiple Endings 17.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%

The most sinister spot-the-difference in the world. When you uncover the final mistake, the truth of this world will be revealed.

Why similar: Adventure 34.7%, Multiple Endings 25.9%, Story Rich 21.4%, Indie 7.4%, 2D 7.1%

✣ Dread Chess is an original and strange narrative story-puzzle game with sandbox elements. Uncover mysteries by speaking with gods in Latin. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of madness, and reach one of many endings in an unfair game against Death that can be played ONLY ONCE...

Why similar: Gothic 39.5% ★, Visual Novel 26.4%, Story Rich 8.9%, Adventure 8.1%, Exploration 7.1%

The Space-Eating Croc is a mystery adventure game influenced by classic horror RPG Maker games. Inspect your surroundings to find clues, and solve puzzles to progress.

Why similar: Top-Down 37.2%, Adventure 29.4%, Story Rich 21.5%, 2D 5%, Indie 3.8%

Free Will is a 2D psychological puzzle RPG where the puzzles happen outside of the game. Dig deep into the system code to fix the corruption, and uncover information that might be better off hidden.

Why similar: Story Rich 28.5%, Top-Down 27%, Exploration 22.1%, Indie 8.6%, Multiple Endings 8.1%

Ontotis is a psychological horror game crafted by a solo developer focusing on atmosphere, mystery and an engaging story. Uncover scattered clues to unveil the chilling fate of the house's residents, while encountering a mysterious humanlike figure seemingly connected to them in their haunting tale.

Why similar: Adventure 28.7%, Exploration 26.9%, Story Rich 24.6%, Multiple Endings 12.2%, Indie 4.9%

Can you endure until morning Monitor Japan's stigmatized properties and report any paranormal activity If you miss a report or make repeated mistakes——

Why similar: Story Rich 72%, 2D 18.7%, Singleplayer 9.2%

Mists of Aiden is a first-person story driven horror game. You play as a thief trapped in an eerie mansion. Each choice can open a new mystery of the house and lead to a unique walkthrough and ending. Uncover final secret of the house. Uncover your own secrets.

Why similar: Violent 37.2%, Adventure 31.8%, Story Rich 11%, Exploration 10.4%, Indie 7.1%

Delve into the enthralling world of Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum, the acclaimed RPG Maker gothic horror game that'll take you on a moving journey of self-discovery.

Why similar: Top-Down 33.5%, Adventure 30.1%, Exploration 25.9%, 2D 5.2%, Singleplayer 5.2%

At its heart The Long Reach is an adventure game. Closer inspection also reveals it’s a thrilling horror story, flavoured with sci-fi ideology, psychological context and a skeptical view on the human psyche.

Why similar: Adventure 79.1%, Indie 17.2%, 2D 3.7%

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

Why similar: Exploration 39.9%, Story Rich 31.1%, Adventure 18%, Indie 7.5%, Singleplayer 3.6%

The Corruption Within is a psychological thriller first-person point & click adventure game set in the Victorian era, with an emphasis on strong narrative, intriguing characters and puzzle-solving.

Why similar: Adventure 35.3%, Exploration 25.2%, Story Rich 23.4%, Indie 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.4%

SELF is a suspenseful Kafkaesque text-based adventure game with simulation and puzzle mechanics. Could you seize the opportunity to find your father and your SELF back in this introspective journey?

Why similar: Adventure 66.9%, Indie 15.7%, Story Rich 13.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Recall: Empty Wishes is a psychological thriller set in Taiwan during the 2010s. Follow Yonny, a sister determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of her brother, Tommy. As she delves deeper, she confronts unsettling secrets, blurring the lines between reality and illusion.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.7%, Adventure 24%, Story Rich 18.6%, Multiple Endings 4.4%, Indie 2.7%

Cat in the Box is a horror adventure game. Help the poor girl explore the mansion and escape from unknown entities that are pursuing her. Use a variety of tools and your wits to overcome any challenges you face. At times, you'll even have to wake yourself from nightmares to survive.

Why similar: Adventure 60.2%, Story Rich 14.2%, Indie 9.3%, Multiple Endings 7.7%, 2D 5.2%

Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

Why similar: Visual Novel 58.6%, Story Rich 15%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Adventure 8.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%

In a mansion surrounded by mist, as the curse made by the Alchemist and Fairy reappears, the danger is quietly lurking in the darkness, awaiting its visitors.Follow Harrod and Willie to unravel an incredible story in Mercury Abbey, and go on an adventure that you would only find in mystery novels.

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.9%, Adventure 30.6%, Story Rich 10.4%, Singleplayer 8.1%, 2D 6.8%

The Derailed is a first-person psychological horror game. Beneath the dusty arches of a nearly forgotten depot, shadows of the past tremble. Whether you want to or not, you will have to uncover the dark secrets of this place.

Why similar: Adventure 29.8%, Exploration 28.9%, Violent 25.4%, Story Rich 7.5%, Singleplayer 4.3%

In the Irony of Nightmare things aren't always as they seem. Those who decide to solve all puzzles of the game, not only will unravel true secret of house, but also will open completely different ending of the story.

Why similar: Violent 32.9%, Adventure 27.3%, Indie 17.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, Singleplayer 6.5%

Dive into the strange town of Rainybrook, taken over by the “Vile” in this 2.5D metroidvania! Fight your way through treacherous terrains and defeat formidable bosses to absorb their powers! Will you save the town and find your missing friend Ella — or will you give in to the monster you've become?

Why similar: Gothic 59.6% ★, Exploration 16.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Multiple Endings 7.8%, Singleplayer 2.7%

DESOLATIUM: PROLOGUE is a first-person point & click Graphic Adventure based on Lovecraft Mythos. Live this horror story where you will have to visit mysterious locations, face lovecraftian creatures, find clues and combine objects to solve puzzles.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.5%, Exploration 26.4%, Adventure 21.7%, Story Rich 12.3%, Multiple Endings 7.3%

Confronted with fragmented narratives and deceptive persons of interest, you must isolate crucial evidence. Shatter logical loopholes from testimonies and reconstruct the crime scene from subtle clues. Can you survive this immersive battle of wits?

Why similar: Adventure 82.6%, 2D 17.4%

Home is a unique horror adventure set in a beautifully-realized pixel world. It’s a murder mystery with a twist—because you decide what ultimately happens.

Why similar: Adventure 44%, Multiple Endings 15.8%, Exploration 12.2%, Indie 11.7%, Story Rich 9.2%

You will answer a series of questions that will reveal your potential fate. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Horrorscope, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.5%, Adventure 24.7%, Story Rich 15.4%, Multiple Endings 11.5%, Singleplayer 4.9%

IMPETUM - horror, thriller, drama with elements of detective fiction. Can you uncover the truth without losing your mind?

Why similar: Story Rich 73.2%, Violent 19.9%, Singleplayer 3.5%, Indie 3.4%

Join forces with the psychic Director of the Urban Myth Dissolution Center and solve a variety of cases involving cursed relics, rental properties with shady histories, and dimensional anomalies. Monstrous oddities and otherworldly planes abound in this occult mystery adventure game!

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.6%, Exploration 18.8%, Adventure 18.7%, Story Rich 12.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%

On rainy nights, the serial murderer is on a killing spree. This scares everyone but one girl, the journalist who keeps digging for a promotion. Dauntless, she gets involved deep and wide, hoping to discover the real identify of the rainy night butcher.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.5%, Adventure 32.2%, Story Rich 8.5%, Multiple Endings 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%