Games Like Syberia: The World Before

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

Why similar: Steampunk 30.1% ★, Point & Click 22.6%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Adventure 9.2%, Puzzle 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The original classic that established the series' signature blend of steampunk aesthetics and emotional storytelling.

Having searched Eastern and Western Europe for a missing heir, Kate Walker finally completed her long and arduous journey, obtaining the signature of Hans Voralberg and closing the automaton factory buyout.

Why similar: Steampunk 28.2% ★, Point & Click 25%, Adventure 10.7%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Puzzle 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation of the original journey that deepens the bond between the protagonist and the world.

The Final Cut is the ultimate collector's edition of Dreamfall Chapters, a story-driven 3D adventure about choice and consequence, set in parallel worlds: a cyberpunk vision of the future and a magical fantasy realm.

Why similar: Cinematic 14%, Point & Click 13%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Story Rich 12.4%, Emotional 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, story-rich adventure that shares the same focus on parallel worlds and strong female leads.

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.5%, Detective 17.6%, Mystery 12.6%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Story Rich 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure that captures the spirit of historical mystery and global exploration.

Set off on a quest for the Great White Birds in a mysterious land full of secrets! Answer the call of exploration as you travel to Amerzone, a forgotten Latin American country, to fulfill the last wishes of a late explorer.

Why similar: Steampunk 30.7% ★, Investigation 14.2%, Point & Click 13.8%, Emotional 9.1%, Realistic 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: An earlier work by Benoît Sokal that perfectly captures the sense of wonder and exploration found in the Syberia series.

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 43.4%, Female Protagonist 21%, Story Rich 16.3%, Adventure 11.8%, Puzzle 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational narrative adventure that offers the same depth of world-building and character development.

Whispers of a Machine is a Sci-Fi Nordic Noir that tells the story of Vera, a cybernetically augmented detective in a post-AI world, who investigates a string of murders and unravels a dark conflict over forbidden technology.

Why similar: Detective 23.4%, Point & Click 23%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Mystery 9.9%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi point-and-click adventure featuring a strong female protagonist and deep investigative mechanics.

Paradise is a Boys Love visual novel and tells the story of a group of men who go on holiday on a deserted island. When things begin to go wrong, they realize to their horror that they are stranded. Turns out that’s only the start of their problems.

Why similar: Mystery 60%, Atmospheric 20.8%, Adventure 19.1%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same visionary artist as Syberia, this game shares a distinct, melancholic atmosphere and puzzle-heavy design.

Join Norah, a woman plagued by a mysterious illness, in her search for her missing husband in this adventure puzzle game set on a lush island paradise. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and unlock forbidden secrets in a moving tale of mystery and love.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 13.9%, Investigation 12.5%, Mystery 11.9%, Puzzle 11.7%, Story Rich 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, puzzle-heavy adventure set in a mysterious, atmospheric location that rewards careful observation.

After a tragic accident, neurobiologist Dr. David Styles has become a recluse, rarely leaving his home, the Dread Hill House. One day, Samantha Everett, a street magician, appears at Dr. Style's doorstep just as he is seeking a new assistant.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.4%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Adventure 14.3%, Mystery 12.6%, Story Rich 7%

Why You'll Like It: A character-driven mystery adventure that excels in blending supernatural elements with grounded investigative gameplay.

The Excavation of Hob's Barrow is a folk horror narrative-driven adventure. Explore the isolated moors of rural Victorian England as you uncover the mysteries of Hob's Barrow. The answers lie in the soil...

Why similar: Point & Click 23%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Cinematic 9.4%, Mystery 9.2%, Emotional 9%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven mystery with a strong sense of place and folklore that feels both grounded and eerie.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 30%, Detective 19.7%, Mystery 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty detective thriller that utilizes a dual-timeline narrative structure very similar to the seed game.

Discover the truth about Quern’s past, unfold the mysteries of its present, and be the explorer who shapes its future. Quern introduces reusable puzzle mechanics to the classic genre, making the player think about the game as a whole, and not just as a series of individual challenges.

Why similar: Steampunk 22.5% ★, Cinematic 12%, Investigation 11.2%, Mystery 10.2%, Point & Click 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cerebral puzzle game that excels in atmospheric exploration and environmental storytelling.

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

Why similar: Detective 33.6%, Investigation 14.1%, Mystery 12.8%, Point & Click 8.2%, Puzzle 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive detective experience for those who enjoy investigation, deduction, and moral choices.

The award-winning point-and-click adventure returns in the Director's Cut with an extended story, additional puzzles, and new areas to explore. Witness the rise of an iconic detective as you uncover a dark and sinister truth hiding behind the calm exterior of a small rural town.

Why similar: Detective 18%, Point & Click 15.3%, Investigation 13.2%, Mystery 10%, Female Protagonist 10%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling mystery with a strong female lead and classic point-and-click mechanics that emphasize investigation.

London, 1964. An ancient ruby is stolen from the British Museum. At the crime scene: a raven feather. Is somebody trying to follow in the footsteps of The Raven, the legendary master thief who disappeared years before?

Why similar: Detective 32.9%, Point & Click 30.4%, Mystery 18.5%, Adventure 16.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic detective mystery that emphasizes investigation, atmosphere, and a compelling narrative arc.

Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

Why similar: Steampunk 35.2% ★, Cinematic 16.3%, Emotional 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Story Rich 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, hand-drawn adventure that emphasizes emotional storytelling and character-driven conflict.

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: Cinematic 18.7%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Historical 10.9%, Emotional 10.4%, Realistic 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it shares the cinematic quality and intense emotional depth of the seed game.

JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.

Why similar: Detective 19.9%, Cinematic 16.1%, Mystery 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Emotional 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, story-rich detective game with a distinct visual style and a focus on uncovering secrets.

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 22.3%, Story Rich 16.4%, Exploration 14.9%, Puzzle 13.8%, Atmospheric 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and atmosphere, mirroring the sense of wonder and personal discovery found in the Syberia series.

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.2%, Mystery 19.8%, Detective 15%, Adventure 10.9%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A gold standard for narrative-heavy, mystery-focused point-and-click games with deep historical roots.

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: Steampunk 42.5% ★, Point & Click 21.3%, Puzzle 10.5%, Story Rich 8.5%, Atmospheric 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, steampunk-inspired puzzle adventure that relies on environmental storytelling and clever mechanical puzzles.

Life has ceased. Man is but a myth. And now, even the machines have begun to fail. Lead Horatio Nullbuilt and his sarcastic sidekick Crispin on a journey through the crumbling world of Primordia, facing malfunctioning robots, ancient secrets, and an implacable, power-hungry foe.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.5%, Steampunk 15.2% ★, Story Rich 10.8%, Adventure 10.7%, Atmospheric 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic, steampunk-styled point-and-click with deep lore and challenging narrative puzzles.

Become an apprentice of the famous Leonardo da Vinci. Solve handcrafted mechanical 3D puzzles and discover hidden secrets. Navigate through mesmerizing environments of the Italian Renaissance. Travel through time to influence your surroundings.

Why similar: Detective 21.7%, Historical 17.6%, Mystery 15.8%, Puzzle 10.1%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers intricate, tactile puzzles that will appeal to fans of the mechanical puzzle design in Syberia.

A time travel adventure spanning two hundred years! Dive into the past with time agent Fia Quinn as she embarks on seven trips through time. History is up for grabs, from the speakeasies of Prohibition to the vicious gangs of the Gilded Age to the World Trade Center on September 10, 2001.

Why similar: Point & Click 19.8%, Cinematic 19.4%, Investigation 13.9%, Emotional 11.9%, Mystery 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A time-traveling detective adventure that fits the mystery and narrative-heavy criteria perfectly.

Intruder In Antiquonia is a narrative mystery adventure that will immerse you in the Internet-hostile town of Antiquonia. Sarah does not remember who she is and how she got there. Help her solve the mysteries of her past while exploring beautiful hand-drawn environments.

Why similar: Detective 17.6%, Point & Click 14.8%, Investigation 12.5%, Mystery 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style adventure game with a focus on mystery and puzzle-solving in a beautifully realized setting.

A thrilling blend of adventure, mystery, and history! Play as Nancy Drew to uncover the truth behind the theft of a client's heirloom necklace. Solve challenging puzzles, uncover a sinister web of cyber crime, and sleuth through Prague's mysterious streets entwined with medieval legends and alchemy.

Why similar: Detective 18.7%, Point & Click 14.3%, Investigation 14.2%, Mystery 11.5%, Female Protagonist 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic detective adventure genre that focuses on investigation and puzzle-solving.

Broken Pieces is a psychological thriller taking place in a french coastal village somehow outside the flow of time. Solve the mysteries by putting the pieces of the story back together by figuring out the enigma behind this mystical place.

Why similar: Cinematic 14.3%, Investigation 13.3%, Point & Click 12.2%, Mystery 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological mystery that uses fixed camera angles and environmental puzzles to build tension.

Step on board the legendary Orient Express and immerse yourself in the most famous detective suit in a race against the clock to unmask the murderer.

Why similar: Detective 17.6%, Point & Click 14.4%, Historical 13%, Investigation 11.5%, Mystery 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic mystery adaptation that emphasizes investigation and deduction in a high-stakes environment.

In this point-and-click urban thriller, down-and-out private eye Kathy Rain will embark on her most dangerous case yet — the pursuit of the notorious serial killer known as the Soothsayer. Find clues, gather evidence, connect the dots, and confront the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted…

Why similar: Detective 20%, Investigation 16.8%, Point & Click 16.1%, Mystery 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.4%

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Point & Click 51.6%, Adventure 13.6%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Story Rich 12.1%, Mystery 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, cyberpunk mystery that challenges the player with complex narrative puzzles and world-building.

Rediscover the clockpunk universe of Benoît Sokal in this fully remastered version of the first Syberia game. Join Kate Walker and Oscar, a strange and charming automaton, in pursuit of the brilliant inventor Hans Voralberg, and embark on an adventure more immersive and poetic than ever.

Why similar: Steampunk 22.7% ★, Detective 12.5%, Point & Click 11.5%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Investigation 6.4%

Solve intricate puzzles to activate Nikola Tesla's creations, restore Wardenclyffe Tower, and unlock hidden devices in his New York lab. Explore the Chicago World's Fair in this mind-bending puzzle adventure.

Why similar: Detective 16.2%, Point & Click 13.9%, Investigation 13.1%, Mystery 10.5%, Realistic 7.3%

Brassheart is an adventure game set in the alternative 1920s, inspired by dieselpunk and the classics of the genre. In this world, you play as Pola, a spunky pilot. She follows the clues that may provide a way to save her father kidnapped by his own invention, a rebellious supermachine, Valkiria.

Why similar: Steampunk 39.1% ★, Point & Click 22.2%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Adventure 9.3%, Story Rich 8%

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Detective 25.8%, Investigation 14.5%, Mystery 12.7%, Story Rich 8.6%, Emotional 8.2%

The next generation in adventure games, Syberia 3 takes you inside an enchanting, mysterious universe full of life for you to explore in 3D. Plunged into the heart of a world inhabited by a cast of interesting characters, you'll discover and experience a fabulous tale as imagined by Benoit Sokal.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.6%, Steampunk 20% ★, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Puzzle 12.2%, Story Rich 11.4%

Are you ready for an adventure? Challenges, exploration and puzzles in a narrative driven experience, pick up your camera and test your wits in this first-person mystery by the team behind Quern!

Why similar: Detective 17.4%, Point & Click 12.4%, Investigation 11.4%, Mystery 11.2%, Emotional 9.3%

Pick up your magnifying glass as writer-turned-detective Penelope Pendrick in this first-person point and click mystery adventure! Three people have suddenly vanished from the sleepy town of Carlisle. Follow the clues, interrogate suspects, and solve puzzles to end this case - before it ends you.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.3%, Mystery 18.1%, Detective 16.5%, Investigation 11.1%, Story Rich 9.6%

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

Why similar: Detective 24.1%, Mystery 12.2%, Investigation 12.1%, Point & Click 11.6%, Story Rich 8.2%

Play a third-person, story-driven game set in alternative Russia at the turn of the XIX century where religious visions clash with harsh reality. INDIKA tells the story of a young nun who sets off on a journey of self-discovery with the most unusual companion by her side, the devil himself.

Why similar: Cinematic 20.9%, Mystery 12%, Puzzle 11.9%, Story Rich 11.4%, Third Person 11.3%

Plunge into Danger to Bring a Mysterious Island’s Secrets to the Surface!

Why similar: Detective 17.2%, Point & Click 15.6%, Mystery 12.7%, Investigation 12.5%, Female Protagonist 10.7%

From multi-award winning Revolution Software comes the latest explosive episode in this classic series. Playing as intrepid American George Stobbart and sassy French journalist Nico Collard, you find yourself on the trail of a stolen painting – and a murderous conspiracy...

Why similar: Detective 13.4%, Point & Click 13.4%, Investigation 12.8%, Cinematic 10.7%, Female Protagonist 10.4%

Haven Moon will transport you to a mysterious world where you have to explore abandoned islands and solve their secrets to find a treasure. In this Myst-like game inspired by Jules Verne’s universe, use your senses and intelligence to find your way through secret passages and curious machinery.

Why similar: Steampunk 29.8% ★, Point & Click 14.3%, Investigation 11.7%, Mystery 10.6%, Realistic 7.4%

Become the greatest detective of all time in The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a twisting, turning investigation game set in a faithfully-reproduced London of 1898. As Sherlock Holmes, you must find clues, interrogate suspects and unveil a mystery in a story full of twists!

Why similar: Detective 36.4%, Point & Click 19.4%, Mystery 12.3%, Puzzle 9%, Adventure 8.9%

Enter The House of Da Vinci, a new must-try 3D puzzle adventure game. Solve mechanical puzzles, discover hidden objects, escape from rooms and dive into the authentic atmosphere of the Renaissance. Use all your wits to find out what's behind your master's disappearance.

Why similar: Point & Click 17.9%, Mystery 16%, Detective 10.6%, Puzzle 10.5%, Historical 9.2%

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Emotional 24.2%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Puzzle 14.9%, Story Rich 14.2%, Choices Matter 9.4%

The grand finale to The House of Da Vinci trilogy is here! Solve numerous new puzzles and mind benders and explore new mystifying locations of ravishing beauty.

Why similar: Detective 13.9%, Point & Click 13.5%, Investigation 12.5%, Historical 11.8%, Mystery 10.4%

A steampunk-ish detective adventure from the creator of A Golden Wake and Shardlight! Can you help private investigator Miles Fordham find justice for his clients and track down his partner's killer before his entire world comes apart?

Why similar: Detective 27%, Point & Click 22.4%, Mystery 15.8%, Third Person 8.8%, Story Rich 8.5%

An award winning adventure crime thriller with a deeply plotted storyline which takes you to atmospheric settings all around the globe, including among other locations, South Africa, Finland and the USA.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.2%, Adventure 29.3%, Female Protagonist 27.5%

How Far Would You Go to Escape the Past? Step into a story filled with danger, intrigue, and complicated relationships in Midnight in Salem, the new 3D mystery adventure with detective Nancy Drew. Time is short, and you, as Nancy Drew, must solve the mystery before the clock strikes midnight.

Why similar: Detective 26.6%, Point & Click 18%, Mystery 15.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Adventure 8.8%

Deliver Us Mars is an atmospheric sci-fi adventure taking you on a suspense-fuelled, high-stakes mission to recover the ARK colony ships stolen by the mysterious Outward.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.1%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Emotional 13.4%, Realistic 12.2%, Story Rich 11.2%

Long-lost family secrets. Hints of a hidden fortune. And miles to go before they sleep. Tess Devine’s relationship with her mom has never been easy, but they’re about to set out together on a journey into the past that they’ll never forget.

Why similar: Investigation 18.8%, Cinematic 17.5%, Detective 15.7%, Story Rich 9.5%, Exploration 9%

You are the Ashter – a Slavic fire mage and tracker of mythical beings. Following a legendary creature, you reach a village caught in a time rift. Embark on a magical investigation – travel through time, explore the ancient land, and bond with fire to shape villagers’ fate and uncover the mystery.

Why similar: Detective 20%, Point & Click 13.7%, Investigation 13.7%, Mystery 12.4%, Emotional 8.5%

From multi-award winning Revolution comes ‘Beyond a Steel Sky’, a groundbreaking 3D adventure thriller, set in an AI-driven future. Subvert the world, hack the systems and solve dark conspiracies to uncover the devastating truth.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.8%, Mystery 15.5%, Story Rich 12.6%, Puzzle 11.5%, Third Person 11.2%

Set a Course for Danger and Discovery!

Why similar: Detective 18%, Point & Click 15.3%, Investigation 14.6%, Mystery 12.2%, Female Protagonist 10.6%

Welcome to Myst: a starkly beautiful island, eerily tinged with mystery and shrouded in intrigue. Built from the ground up to play in 2D & VR, explore Myst in a whole new dimension! Journey to the Ages, unravel puzzles, and be a part of the surrealistic adventure that will become your own.

Why similar: Puzzle 20.4%, Exploration 17.1%, Point & Click 14.1%, Adventure 11.9%, Story Rich 9.9%

A teenager who has lost her sight and a mysterious cat team up in a surreal fantasy adventure into the unexpected, weaving a tale that brings together some of the world’s greatest minds: Monet, Tesla, Edison and other historical cultural icons.

Why similar: Steampunk 33.5% ★, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Historical 11.2%, Emotional 9.3%, Mystery 8.8%

Embark on an adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson on this surprising and elastic point-and-click game. Grab, pull, and release to help them solve a bizarre investigation full of humor and meta-time travel!

Why similar: Point & Click 22.5%, Detective 17.4%, Mystery 13%, Investigation 11.7%, Puzzle 9.4%

A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.2%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Emotional 14.4%, Mystery 13.7%, Story Rich 11.4%