Games Like Submerged

Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 17.1%, Nature 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Open World 10.2%, Relaxing 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it continues the exact same gameplay loop of exploring a flooded city with a focus on atmosphere and discovery.

From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.

Why similar: Relaxing 20.8%, Exploration 13.6%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Beautiful 10.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same serene, underwater exploration and relaxing pace found in the aquatic sections of the seed game.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: Exploration 19.6%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Open World 9.8%, Relaxing 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares a similar emotional weight and focus on wordless, environmental storytelling through beautiful, stylized exploration.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Beautiful 23.6% ★, Walking Simulator 16.2%, Relaxing 12.8%, Exploration 11.6%, Atmospheric 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of atmospheric, non-verbal storytelling that mirrors the sense of solitary wonder and discovery.

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Nature 18%, Walking Simulator 17.8%, Relaxing 11.4%, Third Person 10.6%, Family Friendly 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeply atmospheric nature-focused exploration experience where you uncover the history of a fallen world.

A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.3%, Nature 10.6%, Relaxing 10.1%, Exploration 10%, Open World 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a touching, emotional narrative with peaceful exploration of a lush, atmospheric environment.

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

Why similar: Open World 14.8%, Exploration 14.4%, Relaxing 13%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Nature 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the freedom of flight and exploration across floating islands, mirroring the sense of scale found in Submerged.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Relaxing 14.3%, Nature 13.6%, Exploration 13.4%, Open World 10.1%, Walking Simulator 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A perfect, bite-sized exploration game that emphasizes relaxing movement and discovery in a beautiful natural setting.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.9%, Open World 21.9%, Exploration 17.4%, Relaxing 16.8%, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a massive, combat-free open world focused entirely on climbing, exploration, and finding one's own path.

An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 47.6%, Relaxing 18.2%, Atmospheric 17.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Mystery 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Set in a flooded world, this game focuses on managing a vessel and exploring the remnants of a lost civilization.

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: Nature 25.1%, Third Person 18.1%, Relaxing 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Colorful 12%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, water-based traversal mechanics that feel like a more kinetic version of the boat exploration in the seed game.

You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Visit cities, scale summits, unearth mysteries, and discover forgotten places!

Why similar: Nature 19.3%, Open World 15.4%, Beautiful 14.8% ★, Relaxing 12.8%, Exploration 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A peaceful, combat-free game where you explore a beautiful island and interact with the world through painting and discovery.

Beyond Blue is a single-player narrative adventure that takes you deep into our planet’s beating blue heart. Explore the awesome wonder and unbounded mystery that exists within the world’s ocean.

Why similar: Exploration 27%, Nature 14.3%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Open World 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic and immersive underwater exploration experience that focuses on marine life and discovery.

Experience the wild as a badger sheltering your cubs from harm. On your journey, you will be stalked by birds of prey, encounter perils of the night, cross fierce rivers, escape forest fires and face the looming threat of starvation. Food is to be found, but is there enough for everyone?

Why similar: Nature 17.5%, Walking Simulator 14.9%, Open World 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Family Friendly 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the beauty and harshness of nature, emphasizing exploration and survival in a stylized, atmospheric world.

Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.

Why similar: Nature 24.4%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Family Friendly 15.9%, Open World 14%, Exploration 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, family-friendly exploration game centered on nature and the beauty of the environment.

Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.1%, Relaxing 14.4%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 11.8%, Beautiful 10.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: A nature-focused adventure that relies on environmental puzzles and exploration without any dialogue or combat.

Featuring a beautiful, detailed open-world and a haunting soundtrack, Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture is non-linear storytelling at its best.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 44.3%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Exploration 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential walking simulator that excels at telling a story through the environment of a deserted location.

Welcome to the beautiful and tropical Petit Island! Relive your grandpaw's youthful adventures by exploring the island and meeting all the unique islanders in this heartwarming open-world narrative exploration game. Preserve his memories before they fade away.

Why similar: Nature 18.6%, Family Friendly 12.8%, Relaxing 11.5%, Open World 11.5%, Exploration 11%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, exploration-heavy game that captures a similar sense of wonder and cute, low-stress discovery.

From the creators of What Remains of Edith Finch. Enter the surreal world of The Unfinished Swan and explore a mysterious, hidden kingdom by splatting paint to reveal the world around you.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.9%, Exploration 23.5%, Mystery 15.4%, Beautiful 9.8% ★, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: Uses a unique art style to encourage exploration and discovery in a mysterious, unfolding environment.

Leave home for the first time to collect memories before a mysterious cataclysm washes everything away. Ride, record, meet people, and unravel the strange world around you in this third-person meditative exploration game.

Why similar: Open World 18.8%, Nature 17.7%, Mystery 16.1%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Relaxing 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, contemplative game about exploring a world on the brink of change and documenting it through photography.

Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 32.5%, Nature 22.3%, Exploration 15.8%, Atmospheric 13%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A contemplative journey across a dried-up seabed that focuses on vehicle maintenance and atmospheric storytelling.

Firewatch is a single-player first-person mystery set in the Wyoming wilderness, where your only emotional lifeline is the person on the other end of a handheld radio.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.2%, Mystery 15.3%, Exploration 11.4%, Open World 11.1%, Atmospheric 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven walking simulator that uses its beautiful, isolated setting to create a deep sense of atmosphere.

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

Why similar: Exploration 18.6%, Beautiful 18.6% ★, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Mystery 11.4%, Atmospheric 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative underwater exploration game that uses a unique interface to convey the mystery of an alien ocean.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Exploration 21.3%, Mystery 20.1%, Open World 16%, Beautiful 14.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: While more complex, it is the ultimate exploration game focused on uncovering the secrets of a mysterious, ancient world.

It's 1986 - Meredith Weiss takes a break from her career in the big city to deliver mail in her hometown. How will she experience two weeks in beautiful Providence Oaks, with its iconic lake and quirky community? And what will she do next? It's up to you.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 26.3%, Relaxing 17.5%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Open World 16.2%, Third Person 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A slow-paced, relaxing game that focuses on the simple joy of driving and exploring a quiet, scenic town.

A chill game about using plants to overgrow abandoned wasteland dioramas

Why similar: Nature 39.7%, Relaxing 20.2%, Post-apocalyptic 12.1%, Atmospheric 12%, Family Friendly 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, atmospheric game that focuses on the intersection of nature and abandoned, man-made structures.

Proteus is a game about exploration and immersion in a dream-like island world where the soundtrack to your play is created by your surroundings. Played in first-person, the primary means of interaction is simply your presence in the world and how you observe it.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 32.9%, Exploration 19.3%, Relaxing 18.4%, Beautiful 9.5% ★, Casual 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A pure exploration experience that focuses on the interaction between the player and a procedurally generated, musical landscape.

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a first-person story-driven mystery. Purchase this game to get both the original and the Unreal Engine 4 remaster called The Vanishing of Ethan Carter Redux.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 33.6%, Mystery 21.2%, Exploration 12.8%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Open World 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric walking simulator that rewards players for exploring its stunning, detailed environments.

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Nature 18.7%, Open World 15.6%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Third Person 12.6%, Exploration 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines world-building with exploration and nature-focused gameplay in a vibrant, relaxing setting.

Two lovers gave up everything and escaped to a lost planet to be together. Glide through a mysterious landscape, explore a fragmented world and fight against what’s trying to tear them apart in this RPG adventure about love, rebellion, and freedom.

Why similar: Open World 28.2%, Third Person 27.7%, Exploration 24.4%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, character-driven adventure that emphasizes exploration and the beauty of a quiet, isolated world.

Refunct is a peaceful, short first-person platformer about restoring a vibrant world.

Why similar: Parkour 25.9%, Relaxing 17.3%, Open World 12.3%, Exploration 8%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Albatroz is a backpacking adventure RPG that will take you through majestic landscapes in search of your lost sibling. A tale about knowing when to let go and start over.

Why similar: Nature 19.3%, Walking Simulator 18.2%, Exploration 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Open World 10.1%

Explore the acclaimed animal adventure in never before seen beauty! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.6%, Nature 16.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Family Friendly 10.2%, Third Person 9.5%

Go on a summer vacation to the Cloudy Valley archipelago! Swim, climb, and explore the different islands at your own pace. Discover treasures or enjoy a cozy and relaxing atmosphere by the waves...

Why similar: Nature 16%, Walking Simulator 13.8%, Exploration 11.8%, Relaxing 11.6%, Open World 11.1%

Get lost beneath the fog in The Wild Eternal, a reflective first-person exploration game. Embark on a meditative journey to heal the scars of your past. Can you escape the cycle of reincarnation?

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.5%, Nature 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Exploration 8.9%, Mystery 8.9%

Nephise is a short and atmospheric puzzle game with narration. It is a relaxing and mysterious experience especially with the help of its music.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.4%, Mystery 11%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Exploration 10%, Relaxing 9.5%

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: Female Protagonist 17%, Family Friendly 15.5%, Third Person 14.3%, Relaxing 14%, Exploration 11.9%

Nephise Begins tells the player what happened at the time before Nephise was an orb collector. The main setting is forest again, but this time without snow, instead a more sunny and foggy weather.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.8%, Relaxing 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Nature 8.6%, Exploration 7.9%

Diluvion is a 3D deep sea, Jules Verne inspired, exploration game with RPG elements and thrilling submarine combat. As the Captain of your own vessel, you must grow and manage your crew as you search for the secrets of the past in a hauntingly beautiful flooded world.

Why similar: Adventure 44.3%, Open World 30.7%, Indie 19.2%, Singleplayer 5.7%

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: Walking Simulator 20.6%, Nature 19.2%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Exploration 9.9%, Relaxing 9.7%

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole, climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, and many more!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.3%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Third Person 13%, Exploration 12.4%, Relaxing 9.8%

Take a fishing trip to Jura, a remote and beautiful island. Explore, meet the locals, and catch delicious fish!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.1%, Nature 17.8%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Exploration 10.3%, Third Person 9.5%

Undertake your new job as a forester in a mystic and peaceful wood. Chop, gather, level up and unravel the expansive forest and its splendor at your own pace, one log at a time!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 20.9%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Exploration 13.2%, Relaxing 12.3%, Nature 10.1%

Walk as Lula, on the path you choose, as she journeys to discover the meaning of the Genie and fulfill her destiny.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.2%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Mystery 10.7%, Exploration 10.1%, Beautiful 9.6% ★

Koral, a love letter to the ocean. Dive into the beautiful underwater world as a sea current. Solve puzzles to bring back to life coral reefs and spread the beauty of the oceans in different sea ecosystems.

Why similar: Beautiful 20.1% ★, Walking Simulator 18.8%, Relaxing 14.6%, Exploration 11.3%, Colorful 8.5%

A story-driven, first-person adventure game offering a cinematic experience. Embark on a journey to HaustVille, an abandoned settlement in a post-apocalyptic world. Explore your surroundings and uncover the mystery behind the disappearance of the last survivors.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.1%, Post-apocalyptic 18.2%, Mystery 15.5%, Exploration 11.1%, Nature 10%

It's Clara's last day on the island where she grew up. She needs to complete preparations, visit her favorite places, and say her goodbyes before leaving on a journey she may not return from.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 45.1%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Adventure 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%

Step into the tiny metaphorical shoes of a Muri, entrusted with the important task of exploring, cleaning, and restoring a corrupted and decaying beach, one sparkling satisfying patch at a time, in this cute cozy mini-adventure - Project Shoreline!

Why similar: Nature 23.4%, Relaxing 15.3%, Exploration 13.9%, Family Friendly 10.2%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Home is Where One Starts... is a short, first-person exploration game in the same vein as Dear Esther or Gone Home. It’s a story about childhood, hope, and the miracle of memory. You play as a little girl from a broken home somewhere in the American South.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 31.9%, Female Protagonist 15%, Adventure 7.8%, Exploration 7.7%, Atmospheric 7.7%

Your husband is dead and you want to visit his grave. There is an abondoned house in a village, and in that house you will find a red rose. You don't want to go to your husband's grave empty handed.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.3%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Beautiful 10% ★, Mystery 9.4%, Nature 8.5%

Narrative exploration game located in a massive, post-human Western Washington. Navigate an open world that has been reclaimed by nature. Use journals, letters, zines, and other documents to learn the interconnected stories of the people who lived here once.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 27.7%, Open World 18.7%, Exploration 15.4%, Nature 11.5%, Post-apocalyptic 9.8%

A serene first person exploration game in a surreal, organic world that reacts to your presence. Journey through a psychedelically colorful ecosystem of flourishing flora, rambling waterfalls, burgeoning mountains, glowing monoliths and graceful creatures. A 1-3 hour escape from work, anxiety and stress.

Why similar: Nature 28.7%, Walking Simulator 21.7%, Relaxing 11.1%, Exploration 9.7%, Atmospheric 7.9%

Tree Trunk Brook is a tiny adventure game about hiking during the pandemic. Follow trail blazes, take photos, make friends, and find lost items. The visitor center is closed, but the trail is open. Social distancing is in effect, and masks are required.

Why similar: Nature 27.7%, Relaxing 23.4%, Exploration 17.6%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Adventure 9.1%

As a powerful Lynx, you will make your way through vast open landscapes. In the harsh tundra, you will raise and strengthen your cubs by mastering your skills for hunting prey. Do everything you can to prepare your little ones for the vicious entities dwelling in the wilderness.

Why similar: Nature 23.6%, Walking Simulator 19.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Exploration 11.8%, Atmospheric 8.8%

Embark on a short, playful adventure in your cozy flying boat and sail through fluffy clouds. Discover floating islands and befriend their quirky citizens. Jump, roll, climb, and skate through Cloudburg as Skye faces her biggest obstacle on her way to the Royal Postal Academy!

Why similar: Nature 18.1%, Walking Simulator 14.1%, Open World 12.6%, Relaxing 12.6%, Exploration 11.4%

Skybound is a 3D exploration platformer focused on fun, fluid movement mechanics, parkour and environmental puzzle solving.

Why similar: Parkour 17.6%, Open World 15%, Exploration 12.9%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Family Friendly 9.5%

Immerse yourself in this adventure of poetic and contemplative exploration as Elise, a young explorer full of energy. This mysterious world awaits you to overflow with colour and life !

Why similar: Open World 16.4%, Nature 15.5%, Third Person 14.9%, Exploration 13.7%, Relaxing 12.4%

Titan Chaser is a surreal driving and walking experience, meant to evoke a feeling of being lost and discovering something mystical at your own pace instead of structured gameplay mechanics. Your job here is to scout giant creatures and scare them away without fighting or killing.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.8%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Mystery 13.6%, Relaxing 13.1%, Open World 13%

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Beautiful 33.3% ★, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Relaxing 8.4%