Games Like Runaway, The Dream of The Turtle

Runaway: A Twist of Fate is the adventure game of the year! Featuring a production worthy of a big 2D animated movie, Runaway follows a story full of twists and turns, and packed with comical highlights. All in all, you will be confronted with more than 200 mysteries and puzzles to keep your brain running through a big adventure that you...

Why similar: Point & Click 69.8%, Adventure 23.8%, Puzzle 3.6%, Story Rich 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, continuing the story of Brian and Gina with refined mechanics.

New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 65%, Adventure 18%, Comedy 3.3%, Puzzle 3.2%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is the original entry in the series, establishing the core characters and the signature Pendulo Studios humor.

The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!

Why similar: Point & Click 73.1%, Adventure 22.6%, Puzzle 3%, 2D 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: This Pendulo Studios title offers the same high-quality 2D animation and quirky character interactions found in the Runaway series.

With this long-expected sequel to the critically highly acclaimed and lavishly praised Deponia, the player enters round two. Chaos on Deponia turns out to be even wackier than its predecessor and instantly puts the player under its spell.

Why similar: Point & Click 55%, Adventure 17.6%, Comedy 11.7%, Puzzle 4.4%, Funny 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: The second chapter of the Deponia series continues the chaotic, puzzle-heavy journey with even more refined humor.

More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!

Why similar: Point & Click 56.2%, Adventure 19.1%, Comedy 12.1%, Funny 3.8%, Puzzle 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: This installment provides a satisfying conclusion to the Deponia trilogy, maintaining the series' signature wit and 2D charm.

John Yesterday becomes immortal following an occult ritual. However, not everything goes to plan. He and his girlfriend Pauline must embark on an investigation to try to reproduce the immortality ritual. But his former acquaintances have other plans for him...

Why similar: Point & Click 59.7%, Adventure 33.1%, Puzzle 5.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio as the Runaway series, this game shares a similar art style and puzzle-heavy adventure gameplay.

Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 57.8%, Adventure 13.9%, Comedy 9.5%, Funny 6.3%, Puzzle 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern return to the classic formula that captures the witty dialogue and charm of the original adventure games.

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.6%, Adventure 19.2%, Comedy 9%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%, Puzzle 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed point-and-click adventure that excels at parody and clever, inventory-based puzzle solving.

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 56.3%, Adventure 15.7%, Comedy 10.6%, Puzzle 5.1%, Funny 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, puzzle-filled 2D adventure that perfectly mirrors the comedic tone and point-and-click mechanics of the seed game.

Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.

Why similar: Point & Click 62.5%, Adventure 16.1%, Comedy 8.7%, Puzzle 3.4%, Great Soundtrack 3%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary sequel that defines the genre with its clever writing and iconic puzzle sequences.

Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike.

Why similar: Point & Click 58%, Adventure 13.8%, Comedy 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%, Funny 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for comedic point-and-click adventures, offering the same lighthearted spirit and classic puzzle design.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1995, Full Throttle is a classic graphic adventure game from industry legend Tim Schafer, telling the story of Ben Throttle; butt-kicking leader of biker gang the Polecats, who gets caught up in a tale of Motorcycles, Mayhem and Murder.

Why similar: Point & Click 55%, Adventure 19%, Comedy 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%, Funny 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic LucasArts adventure that balances a strong narrative with the same style of puzzle-solving found in Runaway.

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.9%, Adventure 25.5%, Puzzle 7.2%, Story Rich 3.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A more atmospheric but equally puzzle-rich adventure that shares the classic point-and-click DNA of the era.

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 58.2%, Adventure 14.3%, Comedy 7.1%, Funny 4.8%, Puzzle 4%

Why You'll Like It: This game is a masterclass in comedic adventure design, featuring time-travel puzzles that feel very similar to the seed game.

The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.

Why similar: Point & Click 65.2%, Adventure 18.6%, Story Rich 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 3.2%, Funny 2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, story-driven adventure that offers a deep, immersive world and challenging puzzles for fans of the genre.

The Inner World – A 2D-Point’n’Click Adventure Together with the help of the mysterious thief Laura, his best intentions and no clue whatsoever, Robert sets off on his adventure to discover the secret of the wind's disappearance. Will the young adventurer be able to save his world?

Why similar: Point & Click 59.9%, Adventure 21.3%, Puzzle 4.4%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Comedy 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming 2D adventure with a unique world and a heavy focus on logical, inventory-based puzzle solving.

From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.

Why similar: Point & Click 64.9%, Adventure 16.9%, Comedy 7.3%, Puzzle 2.9%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A darkly comedic point-and-click adventure that features distinct 2D art and complex puzzle chains.

A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.2%, Adventure 15.5%, Comedy 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%, Funny 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, story-rich adventure that features the same classic point-and-click mechanics and whimsical tone.

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 51.2%, Adventure 17.6%, Comedy 10.4%, Funny 7.5%, Puzzle 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, character-driven adventure that prioritizes wit and puzzle-solving in a vibrant 3D-to-2D style.

King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 44%, Adventure 22.4%, Puzzle 7.5%, Comedy 6.9%, Funny 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern episodic adventure that retains the classic puzzle-solving and story-rich elements of the genre.

Unravel one of the greatest mysteries of our time! On the 30th June 1908 an explosion with the combined energy of 2000 Hiroshima bombs rocked the region of Tunguska in Central Siberia and felled over 6,000 square km of trees. The explosion could be heard from as far as 1,000km away.

Why similar: Point & Click 73.1%, Adventure 23.9%, Puzzle 3%

Why You'll Like It: A grounded yet engaging point-and-click mystery that focuses on traditional inventory puzzles and narrative progression.

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: Point & Click 53.7%, Adventure 8.8%, Funny 8.3%, Comedy 7.7%, Puzzle 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused point-and-click game with a vibrant art style and engaging character-driven puzzles.

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 57.8%, Adventure 17.7%, Comedy 5.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Puzzle 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic point-and-click games that captures the exact feel and humor of 90s adventure titles.

When the fate of a world hangs in the balance, an unusual hero arises! The visually impressive adventure-epic The Whispered World is now available as a Special Edition for the first time. Let the Whispered World enchant you with its many animated details and fantastic characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.5%, Adventure 24.5%, Puzzle 5%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Story Rich 3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning 2D adventure that focuses on emotional storytelling and traditional point-and-click mechanics.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 70.1%, Adventure 20.5%, Story Rich 5.8%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, story-rich point-and-click adventure that features strong character writing and classic puzzle mechanics.

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 58.7%, Adventure 12.2%, Puzzle 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Story Rich 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully hand-drawn 2D puzzle adventure that emphasizes environmental interaction and clever logic.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 99.3%, Adventure 0.4%, Puzzle 0.1%, Retro 0.1%, Story Rich 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling mystery adventure that uses classic point-and-click gameplay to drive a gripping, story-rich narrative.

The final chapter 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: Point & Click 52.1%, Adventure 23.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Comedy 8.8%, Story Rich 3.5%

Can you change Deponia's fate? Do you have what it takes to change Rufus' past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet? Fight time itself in this action-packed, platypus-tastic and insanely hilarious story.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.3%, Adventure 18.4%, Comedy 10.2%, Funny 4.5%, Puzzle 4.2%

Fourth in the legendary Monkey Island series of graphic adventures!

Why similar: Point & Click 44.7%, Adventure 22.3%, Comedy 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Funny 5.5%

Enjoy an adventurous vacation to a 1960's parallel universe! A Sci-Fi-Mystery Adventure Game with handmade scenery.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.2%, Adventure 25.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Puzzle 4.2%, Story Rich 3.3%

Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.9%, Adventure 32.2%, Comedy 7.7%, Puzzle 4.4%, Funny 3.9%

A New Beginning is a cinematic adventure-thriller done graphic novel-style.

Why similar: Point & Click 68.6%, Adventure 21.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%, Puzzle 2.5%, Retro 1.8%

The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?

Why similar: Point & Click 69%, Adventure 12.2%, Retro 5.3%, Comedy 4.5%, Puzzle 3%

Enjoy a thrilling and hilarious point-and-click adventure in the fantasy world of Aventasia

Why similar: Point & Click 69.4%, Adventure 21%, Comedy 8.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

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 58.6%, Adventure 19.6%, Comedy 10.1%, Funny 5.7%, Story Rich 2.6%

The award-winning debut adventure game from the creators of Deponia and The Whispered World now on Steam. Accompany young Edna and her talking stuffed bunny Harvey on a whacky attempt to escape from her padded cell. Experience a bizarre journey all across the insane asylum and far beyond its brick walls.

Why similar: Point & Click 63.9%, Adventure 15.9%, Comedy 9.8%, Funny 5.7%, Puzzle 2%

Grab your nightstick, squeal like a siren, and Hit the Road with Sam & Max, Freelance Police, as they attempt to crack their toughest case.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.4%, Adventure 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Funny 7.8%, Comedy 7.7%

Armikrog is a unique stop motion clay animated point and click adventure game from the creators of Earthworm Jim and the Neverhood. Unravel the mysteries of the fortress that holds Tommynaut and his blind alien talking dog Beak-Beak captive through exploration and puzzle solving!

Why similar: Point & Click 51.9%, Adventure 24.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Comedy 7.9%, Puzzle 6%

Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.

Why similar: Point & Click 63.2%, Adventure 23.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%, Puzzle 3.3%, Retro 2.9%

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: Point & Click 63%, Adventure 13%, Funny 11.4%, Story Rich 5.4%, 2D 4.3%

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 52.1%, Adventure 14.7%, Comedy 12.8%, Puzzle 8.2%, Funny 6.5%

My Brother Rabbit is a beautifully drawn exploration adventure and puzzle game set in a surreal world that mixes reality with a child’s imagination.

Why similar: Point & Click 51.1%, Adventure 17.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Puzzle 8.5%, Story Rich 3.2%

Solve puzzles, riddles, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! Join Toto and Gal as they explore dreamscapes and befriend magical creatures. Lost in their imagination, the brother and sister must stick together and solve puzzles to find their way home.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.7%, Adventure 11.8%, Puzzle 9.3%, Comedy 9.1%, Funny 7.2%

How far would you go to save your best friend?For Gomo, the answer to this question is clear: To the end of the world and further, if necessary.Join him on his journey through the bizarre 2D landscapes of this dreamlike Point & Click Adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 57.2%, Adventure 33.6%, Puzzle 6.1%, Funny 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

This multi-award winning adventure game explores a love story between two beautiful souls through ingenious humour, mind bending puzzles and a bizarre, hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animation style.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.2%, Adventure 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Puzzle 7.3%

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: Point & Click 56.4%, Adventure 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Comedy 7.3%, Retro 4.9%

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 71.1%, Adventure 18.3%, Story Rich 3.2%, Great Soundtrack 3.2%, Retro 2.3%

In Memoria, players travel through different time periods, following two distinct protagonists: Sadja, a southern princess who wants to be a war hero, and Geron, a bird catcher who wants to lift a curse from his girlfriend.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.2%, Adventure 22.4%, Puzzle 6.3%, Story Rich 4.4%, Retro 3.1%

My new adventure takes me from the end of the ’80s directly into the 21st century and wow, how the world has changed! While my view of the world and women from way back in the 1980s collides with modern reality, I’m all set to date my way across the modern world!

Why similar: Point & Click 48.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Comedy 12.2%, Puzzle 7%, Retro 6.5%

The flute nose dynasty has been watching over Asposia for centuries on end. In secret, they fill the roly-poly world with light and life. Emil, a trader for odds and ends, has led all the Asposians astray, making them believe that the dynasty is in cahoots with dark forces.

Why similar: Point & Click 49.6%, Adventure 24.5%, Retro 6.6%, Funny 6.2%, Comedy 5.5%

'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 69.2%, Adventure 22.9%, Story Rich 3.6%, Puzzle 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Dropsy is a non-traditional take on the classic point and click adventure formula starring the game’s perpetually carefree namesake clown as he explores a richly detailed world full of colorful characters and sinister secrets, doling out hugs along the way.

Why similar: Point & Click 68.9%, Adventure 17.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%, 2D 2.4%, Story Rich 1.5%

Slope City, 1993. Talking robots, ancient alien secrets, and a mysterious message from the past. Follow Elroy and Peggie through a portal to find Elroy's father, missing for 18 years. A heartfelt point & click adventure where the puzzles make sense and the story stays with you.

Why similar: Point & Click 56.7%, Adventure 16.2%, Puzzle 9.1%, Funny 8.1%, Story Rich 5.3%

Ben There, Dan That! and Time Gentlemen, Please! are a couple of rip-roaring point-and-click adventure games . With tongue firmly in cheek, sit back, relax, and put your mind to work solving puzzles, and reading some very funny dialogue. It's like a book, only good!

Why similar: Point & Click 66.9%, Adventure 17.5%, Comedy 8.5%, Funny 2.7%, 2D 1.4%

Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection.

Why similar: Point & Click 61.7%, Adventure 22.2%, Comedy 9.6%, Retro 5.6%, 2D 0.9%

A comedic 2D point and click adventure, featuring a crazy cast of poxy pirate pooches.

Why similar: Point & Click 64.2%, Adventure 25.7%, Comedy 10.1%