- #1 Kena: Bridge of Spirits
97% matchVery Positive92% of 16,945 reviews2022
Dev: Ember Lab
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 19.8%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Exploration 9.8%, Fantasy 9%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a similar blend of high-quality action-adventure combat and exploration set within a world deeply rooted in spiritual mythology.
- #2 Jotun: Valhalla Edition
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,541 reviews2015
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!
Why similar: Mythology 45.4%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Adventure 7.3%, Atmospheric 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: This hand-drawn title focuses on Norse mythology and epic boss battles, mirroring the scale and aesthetic of Raji's encounters.
- #3 Okami HD
96% matchVery Positive92% of 10,436 reviews2017
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.
Why similar: Mythology 46.7%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Action RPG 7%, Adventure 6.5%, Atmospheric 6%
Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of mythology-based action-adventure, it shares the artistic flair and divine narrative themes found in Raji.
- #4 Bramble: The Mountain King
95% matchVery Positive95% of 7,288 reviews2023
Dev: Dimfrost StudioPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.
Why similar: Mythology 29.4%, Narration 16.7%, Emotional 15.9%, 3D Platformer 8.8%, Atmospheric 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: This cinematic adventure draws heavily from Nordic folklore to create an atmospheric and emotionally resonant experience.
- #5 Indivisible
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,670 reviews2019
Dev: Lab Zero GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.3%, Hand-drawn 30.1%, Action 15.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Fantasy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Featuring a hand-drawn art style and a female protagonist on a mythological quest, this game captures the same spirit of adventure and cultural storytelling.
- #6 Asterigos: Curse of the Stars
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,328 reviews2022
Dev: Acme GamestudioPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.
Why similar: Mythology 30.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Action RPG 16.5%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game features a female protagonist navigating a world inspired by classical mythology with a focus on exploration and combat.
- #7 Skábma™ - Snowfall
93% matchVery Positive81% of 225 reviews2022
Dev: Red Stage EntertainmentPub: PID Games
Windows
The rhythm of nature is in danger! You are Áilu, a young Sámi whose ordinary reindeer herding day turns into an adventure. Learn the old ways of the Noaidis, Sámi Healers. Harness the powers of the Noaidi Drum and the Familiar Spirits to fight against a disorder spreading across the land!
Why similar: Mythology 42%, Narration 17%, 3D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Adventure 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique perspective on indigenous mythology through an adventure-focused narrative and atmospheric world-building.
- #8 Röki
92% matchVery Positive89% of 3,110 reviews2020
Dev: Polygon TreehousePub: United Label
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Röki is a stunning adventure set in the snowcapped wilderness. As Tove, you must explore an uncharted world of hidden legends and forgotten monsters. Solve puzzles, collect curiosities, and uncover a tale of tragic loss, as you chart your path to redemption.
Why similar: Mythology 31.2%, Emotional 18.2%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Fantasy 8.6%, Atmospheric 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This adventure game focuses on folklore and atmospheric exploration, providing a more puzzle-centric but equally immersive experience.
- #9 The Pathless
91% matchVery Positive91% of 2,028 reviews2021
Dev: Giant SquidPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
From the creators of ABZÛ, The Pathless is the mythic adventure of an archer and an eagle in a vast forest. Become the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 17.9%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Family Friendly 13.1%, Exploration 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes fluid movement and mythological exploration in a vast, atmospheric world that feels both ancient and magical.
- #10 Praey for the Gods
91% matchVery Positive81% of 3,071 reviews2021
Dev: No Matter Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.
Why similar: Mythology 28.7%, 3D Platformer 17.1%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Exploration 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure title focuses on large-scale boss encounters and survival exploration, appealing to fans of Raji's combat intensity.
- #11 The Gunk
90% matchVery Positive87% of 5,430 reviews2022
Dev: Image & Form GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The Gunk is an action-adventure game in which you play as Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers. As they’re struggling to bring in funds, they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…
Why similar: 3D Platformer 17.9%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Relaxing 13%, Family Friendly 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that focuses on environmental exploration and atmospheric storytelling in a unique, vibrant setting.
- #12 Greak: Memories of Azur
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,487 reviews2021
Dev: NavegantePub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Greak: Memories of Azur is a single-player puzzle platformer adventure. Azur is under threat from an enemy attack who have control of strange creatures infecting the land. Take on the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel and utilize their unique abilities to escape the invasion together.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 23.2%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Fantasy 13.6%, Atmospheric 12.5%, Exploration 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game features beautiful hand-drawn art and a cinematic, atmospheric adventure that emphasizes character-driven storytelling.
- #13 The Tale of Bistun
89% matchVery Positive89% of 185 reviews2022
Dev: Black Cube GamesPub: IMGN.PRO
Windows
The Tale of Bistun follows an amnesiac stone-carver on his journey up the slopes of the Mount Bistun. He’ll have to battle legions of monstrous foes using fast-paced, melee combat and powerful magical abilities as he explores the real world and the mysterious place, known as the Revelations Realm.
Why similar: Mythology 29.7%, Narration 17.6%, Relaxing 11.4%, Emotional 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Inspired by Persian mythology, this game offers a relaxing, narration-heavy adventure that mirrors the cultural focus of Raji.
- #14 Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)
88% matchVery Positive81% of 8,630 reviews2014
Dev: Upper One GamesPub: E-Line Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 42.4%, Atmospheric 24.7%, Cute 13.7%, Adventure 11.9%, Action 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game is a beautiful exploration of weñupiat folklore, focusing on cultural storytelling and atmospheric puzzle-platforming.
- #15 Child of Light
87% matchVery Positive91% of 13,410 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft MontréalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 29%, Fantasy 22.7%, Hand-drawn 20.2%, Atmospheric 11%, Adventure 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: With its stunning hand-drawn aesthetic and a female protagonist on a fantasy journey, it captures the same whimsical yet serious tone as Raji.
- #16 Afterimage
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.1%, Action RPG 25.6%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Exploration 16.1%, Cute 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This metroidvania features a female protagonist in a lush, hand-drawn fantasy world with deep lore and challenging combat.
- #17 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19.3%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Adventure 14.3%, Action 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title explores themes of the afterlife and mythology through a platforming-heavy, action-oriented lens.
- #18 A Juggler's Tale
85% matchVery Positive92% of 2,126 reviews2021
Dev: kaleidoscubePub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?
Why similar: Narration 30%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Fantasy 13.8%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Exploration 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully atmospheric puzzle-platformer that uses a unique narrative style to tell a compelling, story-rich adventure.
- #19 Carto
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,158 reviews2020
Dev: Sunhead GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Relaxing 13.6%, Cute 11.7%, Family Friendly 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, hand-drawn adventure game that emphasizes exploration and puzzle-solving through a unique map-manipulation mechanic.
- #20 The Last Campfire
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 18,750 reviews2021
Dev: Hello Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.
Why similar: Emotional 17.3%, Narration 15.6%, 3D Platformer 12.4%, Relaxing 11.5%, Family Friendly 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a gentle, atmospheric puzzle-adventure experience that focuses on emotional storytelling and exploration.
- #21 Effie
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 461 reviews2020
Dev: Inverge Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 31.2%, Family Friendly 18.2%, Fantasy 14.5%, Cute 14.4%, Colorful 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 3D action-adventure game that captures a sense of classic fantasy exploration with a colorful and stylized world.
- #22 Dordogne
81% matchVery Positive92% of 1,483 reviews2023
Dev: UN JE NE SAIS QUOIPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.
Why similar: Emotional 17.8%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Relaxing 11.5%, Family Friendly 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: This narrative-driven game features a beautiful, hand-painted aesthetic and a focus on emotional, atmospheric storytelling.
- #23 Blue Fire
82% matchVery Positive81% of 3,030 reviews2021
Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.1%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Exploration 12.3%, Cute 11.9%, Fantasy 9%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines fast-paced action and platforming in an atmospheric world that rewards exploration and precision.
- #24 Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
82% matchVery Positive89% of 14,038 reviews2019
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Action-Adventure 32.9%, Fantasy 26.1%, Atmospheric 17.2%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed platformer that excels in atmospheric world-building and puzzle-solving, perfect for those who enjoy the magical feel of Raji.
- #25 Herdling
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 838 reviews2025
Dev: OkomotivePub: Panic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.
Why similar: Emotional 18.5%, Hand-drawn 14.9%, Female Protagonist 13%, Relaxing 10.7%, 3D Platformer 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: This atmospheric adventure focuses on exploration and emotional connection, providing a serene experience similar to the quieter moments in Raji.
- #26 Harmony's Odyssey
79% matchVery Positive94% of 586 reviews2022
Dev: MythicOwl
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Harmony’s Odyssey is a 3D fantasy adventure puzzle game set on mythical dioramas full of riddles, perky creatures and magic. Embark on a fantastic journey through remote fabled lands tangled by a rowdy cat and bring peace to its inhabitants.
Why similar: Relaxing 19%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Family Friendly 17.6%, Cute 13%, Fantasy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and relaxing puzzle-adventure game that offers a lighthearted take on mythological creatures and environments.
- #27 TASOMACHI: Behind the Twilight
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 572 reviews2021
Dev: Orbital ExpressPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Yukumo is a young girl traversing the world in her beloved airship. Upon arriving at a certain town, her airship breaks down. She decides to explore the town to search for parts for repair; however, the town has fallen silent, with no trace of its inhabitants...
Why similar: 3D Platformer 16.5%, Relaxing 14.2%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Fantasy 9.3%, Action-Adventure 9%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, atmospheric 3D platformer that prioritizes exploration and visual beauty over high-intensity combat.
- #28 The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology
78% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: Soma GamesPub: Forthright Entertainment
Windows · Mac
A narrative puzzle-adventure game based on Brian Jacques' Redwall™️ book series. Vicious searats are invading the once peaceful Mossflower wood and it's up to the Lilygrove Scout Corps' newest recruit to save the day. Play as Sophia or Liam on their adventure to Redwall Abbey!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 14%, Action RPG 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Fantasy 10.4%, Family Friendly 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-based adventure game that emphasizes exploration and linear storytelling in a rich, animal-centric world.
- #29 Runa & the Chaikurú Legacy
77% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Fanny Pack StudiosPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows · Linux
A fantasy world like no other! Help Runa uncover the mysteries buried deep in the ruins of the ancient Chaikuru civilization, in a classic and epic 3D adventure platformer.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 19.8%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Exploration 8.8%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #30 Ageless
80% matchMixed56% of 402 reviews2020
Dev: One More Dream StudiosPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Female Protagonist 39.7%, Emotional 27.9%, Adventure 19.2%, Action 7.3%, Singleplayer 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: This adventure game features a female protagonist and unique mechanics set within a world that emphasizes platforming and exploration.
- #31 Raji: Prologue
77% matchVery Positive89% of 621 reviews2020
Dev: Nodding Heads Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 21%
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: Atmospheric 21.7%, Fantasy 19%, Cute 16.6%, Adventure 10.9%, Family Friendly 10.2%
- #32 IZON.
75% matchVery Positive97% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd.
Windows
Chibito, who possesses the power of creation, and Kyojin, a weapon of destruction, overcome obstacles and gradually understand and depend on each other. In a decadent and beautiful world, they navigate an adventure driven by the conflicting forces of destruction and creation.
Why similar: Mythology 28.9%, 3D Platformer 19.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Fantasy 8.3%, 3D 6.2%
- #33 Immortals Fenyx Rising
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,479 reviews2022
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Immortals Fenyx Rising brings grand mythological adventure to life. Play as Fenyx on a quest to save the Greek gods.
Why similar: Mythology 37.6%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Adventure 5.4%
- #34 Manairons
73% matchVery Positive94% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: JanduSoft
Windows
Manairons is a 3D action platformer game inspired by the legends of little creatures living in the Pyrenees. Help Nai face off against the landowner who has taken control of a charming village using the power of the "canut," with magic, flute, and plenty of chaos.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 20.2%, Narration 17.3%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Exploration 10.3%, Action 8.7%
- #35 A Plague Tale: Requiem
74% matchVery Positive91% of 24,285 reviews2022
Dev: Asobo StudioPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.
Why similar: Emotional 19%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Narration 13.6%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 9.9%
- #36 Eternity: The Last Unicorn
79% matchMostly Negative35% of 223 reviews2019
Dev: Void StudiosPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Classic RPG, with lore based on Norse mythology. Travel through mesmerizing locations, meet fantasy characters and fight to protect Elven immortality.
Why similar: Mythology 30.2%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action 10.1%, Adventure 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that draws on mythology and features a female protagonist in a classic fantasy setting.
- #37 Basil and the Isles of Spice
73% matchVery Positive90% of 87 reviews2024
Dev: LeviathanPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Join Basil in this 3D platforming adventure as she runs, jumps, and glides through the Isles of Spice on her journey to become the new Shaman of her village. While collecting mystical crystals, she'll meet a colorful cast of characters who help her uncover the secret of the caldera!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.9%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Exploration 11.4%, Cute 8.7%
- #38 Hoa
73% matchVery Positive89% of 3,023 reviews2021
Dev: Skrollcat StudioPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 21.3%, Relaxing 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Cute 9.9%
- #39 Aztech Forgotten Gods
75% matchMixed63% of 78 reviews2022
Dev: Lienzo
Windows
Aztech Forgotten Gods, the cyber-stone universe action-adventure game that follows Achtli, a young Aztec woman, in her quest to become a hero by wielding the power of the gods.
Why similar: Mythology 26.5%, 3D Platformer 18.3%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Exploration 9.3%
- #40 Planet of Lana
71% matchVery Positive93% of 8,958 reviews2023
Dev: WishfullyPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.
Why similar: Emotional 22.6%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Hand-drawn 18.8%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Cute 10%
- #41 Vasilisa and Baba Yaga: Prologue
72% matchVery Positive82% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: Baba Yaga Games
Windows · Mac
Level up the magical assistant doll Vasilisa the Beautiful from the famous fairy tale, who fights evil spirits at night, so that later the path to Baba Yaga will be easier!
Why similar: Mythology 27%, Hand-drawn 19.2%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Exploration 11.6%, Atmospheric 7.9%
- #42 Kari
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 131 reviews2020
Dev: Team UnmanagablePub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
Explore mysterious lands after a magical storm strands you on the shore of Vanaheim. Seek out help from the gods inspired by Norse Mythology in a Singleplayer Combat-Free Adventure-Puzzle Game. A game about helping each other, Kari is developed by students from BUas.
Why similar: Mythology 37.6%, Relaxing 15.7%, Exploration 11.6%, Fantasy 11.1%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #43 Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan
76% matchMixed66% of 355 reviews2016
Dev: Kiro'o GamesPub: Kiroo Corp
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
When Humanity was created,the Goddess of Life challenged us to define our own purpose. This sparked 5,000 years of war that you, as a Kori-Odan, must end. Master your legacy through visceral Anime-style combat and deep narrative stakes.
Why similar: Mythology 21.1%, Emotional 13.2%, Narration 13%, Hand-drawn 12%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #44 Heart Of Altai
70% matchVery Positive87% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: Antelus Games
Windows
Heart of Altai is an exciting story about the adventures of blogger Arina Demidova, searching for a lost city in the Altai Republic. During the trek, she realises that her fate is closely linked to the ultimate goal of this dangerous and mysterious expedition.
Why similar: Mythology 31.3%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Relaxing 11.5%, Family Friendly 10%, Exploration 8.6%
- #45 Jivana
72% matchVery Positive91% of 686 reviews2022
Dev: Team JivanaPub: Rubika Supinfogame
Windows
Jivana is a story-driven adventure game. Embody Aelis, a water priestess who uses her powers to open the path for her community, forced to flee after the appearance of a huge cataclysm. Explore the enchanting landscapes of Jivana, use your ability to manipulate water and lead your people to safety.
Why similar: Narration 24.7%, Emotional 22.7%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Exploration 9%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #46 The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince
67% matchVery Positive95% of 328 reviews2026
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
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 29.5%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Cute 12.7%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #47 NAIRI: Rising Tide
69% matchVery Positive100% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: HomeBearStudioPub: Hound Picked Games
Windows
Explore a lively oasis city filled with charming characters, forgotten ruins and ominous conspiracies in the second chapter of NAIRI, a narrative puzzle adventure about Nairi's perilous quest to save her family.
Why similar: Emotional 18.8%, Hand-drawn 16.6%, Relaxing 12.7%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Family Friendly 10%
- #48 BLACKTAIL
70% matchVery Positive81% of 2,684 reviews2022
Dev: THE PARASIGHTPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.
Why similar: Mythology 39.6%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Action RPG 11.7%, Atmospheric 7.7%
- #49 Submerged: Hidden Depths
70% matchVery Positive90% of 818 reviews2022
Dev: Uppercut Games Pty Ltd
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.
Why similar: Emotional 17.4%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Relaxing 15.5%, Family Friendly 13%, Exploration 10.8%
- #50 Black Myth: Wukong
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,196,999 reviews2024
Dev: Game Science
Windows
Median: 41.8 hrsMean: 54.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.
Why similar: Mythology 52.3%, Action RPG 18.6%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Action 4.9%, Atmospheric 4.6%
- #51 Seed of Life
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 95 reviews2021
Dev: MadLightPub: Leonardo Interactive
Windows
Seed of Life is an epic adventure game about the persistence of life. You're Cora, the last known survivor of Lumia, a dying planet. Your only hope to save your homeworld is to activate the Seed of Life and rekindle the sun once again. Will you be the light that conquers the darkness?
Why similar: Emotional 20%, Narration 16.9%, 3D Platformer 14.7%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #52 Cynthia: Hidden in the Moonshadow
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 154 reviews2023
Dev: Catthia Games
Windows
Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.
Why similar: Emotional 17.2%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Narration 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Exploration 9%
- #53 TOHU
69% matchVery Positive84% of 712 reviews2021
Dev: Fireart Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 16.8%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Emotional 14%, Relaxing 13.7%, Family Friendly 10.5%
- #54 ILA: A Frosty Glide
64% matchVery Positive99% of 119 reviews2025
Dev: Magic Rain StudiosPub: First Break Labs
Windows
Set foot on a magical island and explore a whimsical small open world as ILA, a spirited young witch-in-training searching for her lost kitty, Coco. With your trusty skatebroom, find secret places, collectables, and improve your magic and flying abilities as you reach the summit.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 17.4%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Relaxing 11.7%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #55 Under The Island
64% matchVery Positive93% of 396 reviews2026
Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.3%, Female Protagonist 27.3%, Exploration 16.2%, Fantasy 12.3%, Adventure 6.1%
- #56 Wavetale
67% matchVery Positive88% of 2,525 reviews2022
Dev: Thunderful DevelopmentPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Surf the waters of a submerged city! Unravel the past, save the islanders from mysterious sea monsters and discover secrets hidden under the surface.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 27.6%, Action-Adventure 17.2%, Relaxing 11.1%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Colorful 9.4%
- #57 Avani
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 267 reviews2022
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Join Avani in this action-adventure game where you will explore this corrupted land, fight the evil that hides within and cleanse it from the spirit before it destroys the world.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.9%, Cute 17.9%, Family Friendly 14.1%, Action 10.6%, Fantasy 9.5%
- #58 ITORAH
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 886 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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: Hand-drawn 23.9%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 11.4%, Colorful 10%
- #59 Asurya's Embers
67% matchMixed67% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: SMU Guildhall
Windows
Asurya’s Embers is a 1st-person, single-player, bow-and-arrow shooter set in an ancient Himalayan village plagued by an environmental disaster. Find safety in the shadows from the blazing heat waves as Dawa, a bow-wielding hero who protects her village from the vengeful sun god, Asurya.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.9%, Fantasy 17.1%, Atmospheric 16.1%, 3D 15%, Action 14.7%
- #60 Nanotale - Typing Chronicles
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 838 reviews2021
Dev: Fishing Cactus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Something is wrong with the heart of magic. Play a young archivist venturing out into a dying world, cataloging its mysteries and its wonders to unearth the truth. Nanotale is the new adventure from the Typing Chronicles franchise and the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Epistory.
Why similar: Narration 17.5%, Female Protagonist 13%, Action RPG 12.5%, Relaxing 10.5%, Exploration 10.5%