Games Like Temporality

11th November 1916, a young photographer leaves Canada to join the western front in Europe. The same day, a German technician is told that his son is missing in action. Both want to preserve their humanity and come back alive to their loved ones.

Why similar: World War I 80.9% ★, War 13.8%, Stylized 2.8%, Atmospheric 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same WWI setting and focuses on a deeply emotional, narrative-driven experience with a unique artistic style.

Valiant Hearts : The Great War is the story of 4 crossed destinies and a broken love in a world torn apart. Dive into a 2D animated comic book adventure, mixing exploration, action and puzzles. Lost in the middle of the trenches, play as each of the 4 strangers, relive the War and help a young German soldier find his love.

Why similar: World War I 59.9% ★, War 20%, Atmospheric 6.5%, Side Scroller 4.8%, Emotional 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential 2D narrative game that captures the tragedy and humanity of WWI through puzzle-solving and storytelling.

A comic-style narrative-oriented game based on the Christmas Eve Truce during World War I.

Why similar: World War I 55.1% ★, War 19.5%, Emotional 12.7%, Dark 7.6%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric visual novel that captures the specific historical and emotional weight of the Great War.

All Quiet in the Trenches is a narrative turn-based strategy RPG set in World War I. Get to know your soldiers, take care of their needs and lead them in battle, trying to strike a precarious balance between the ambitions of your superiors and the survival of your men.

Why similar: World War I 53.5% ★, War 21.5%, Survival 10%, Emotional 6%, Indie 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the narrative and moral choices of soldiers in WWI, emphasizing the psychological toll of the conflict.

A short wordless adaptation of a Civil War story.

Why similar: Experience 23.1% ★, Cult Classic 18.5% ★, Classic 10.1% ★, Experimental 10%, Side Scroller 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric, and historical experience that mirrors the experimental and reflective nature of the seed game.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home continues the story started with the award-winning Valiant Hearts: The Great War. This sequel continues and concludes the story of these ordinary people thrust into the extraordinary circumstances of World War I.

Why similar: World War I 63.1% ★, Emotional 14.4%, War 7.1%, Side Scroller 6%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The direct follow-up to the original, continuing the emotional exploration of WWI through a 2D, story-rich perspective.

In This War Of Mine you do not play as an elite soldier, rather a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city; struggling with lack of food, medicine and constant danger from snipers and hostile scavengers. The game provides an experience of war seen from an entirely new angle.

Why similar: War 36.7%, Survival 31.3%, Emotional 11.4%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Realistic 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a somber, realistic look at the civilian experience during wartime, matching the dark and emotional tone of the seed game.

A thoughtful and deeply personal title with stripped-down mechanics. The lack of dialogue or text allows you to create your own narrative through your time with four characters. Each short story will allow players to be swept away by the haunting lyrics of over twenty original, nostalgic songs.

Why similar: Side Scroller 38.9%, Emotional 25.5%, Indie 13%, Relaxing 12.6%, 2D 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, wordless, and highly emotional experience that relies on music and atmosphere to tell its story.

Time is relative. Sometimes 10 seconds can feel like an eternity... In TIMEframe you will discover a world in slow motion. Explore the remnants of a mysterious civilization on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Indie 36.2%, Atmospheric 23.6%, Exploration 20.8%, Stylized 19.4%

Why You'll Like It: An experimental, short-form exploration game that emphasizes a reflective atmosphere and a unique sense of time.

Enter a world that’s utterly surreal and eerily familiar. Escape the mundanity of your existence in an experience that will stay with you. Mosaic is a narrative-driven modern adventure game with a story that lasts about 2-3 hours.

Why similar: Experience 60.8% ★, Indie 24.5%, Dark 8.2%, Atmospheric 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: An experimental, atmospheric game that uses surrealism to explore themes of isolation and the human condition.

Pluviophile is a very short experience about the mood of rain in the woods.

Why similar: Experience 69.2% ★, Indie 9.1%, Relaxing 6.2%, Exploration 5.6%, Atmospheric 5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric walking simulator that focuses on exploration and a meditative, reflective experience.

During the First World War, a lone French soldier must navigate twisted trenches, scavenge for limited supplies and solve complex puzzles—all whilst fighting for survival in the midst of mankind’s most brutal and horrifying conflict. CONSCRIPT is a new historical take on classic survival horror.

Why similar: World War I 56.2% ★, War 16.8%, Dark 7.6%, Survival 7.2%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-horror title set in WWI that uses a distinct, atmospheric perspective to convey the grim reality of the trenches.

A short atmospheric adventure game about finding meaning in a meaningless world.

Why similar: Atmospheric 43.3%, Indie 40.2%, 2D 16.5%

Why You'll Like It: A philosophical, atmospheric indie game that mirrors the experimental and dark tone of the seed game.

Bury me, my Love tells the story of Syrian refugee Nour and her husband Majd, as Nour undertakes a perilous journey to safety in Europe.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional narrative game that explores the human impact of war through a deeply personal and intimate lens.

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: Atmospheric 28.7%, Indie 22.9%, Surreal 16.7%, Relaxing 16.2%, 2D 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: While not war-themed, it is a masterclass in 2D atmospheric storytelling and emotional resonance through visual and musical cues.

Smuggle contraband VHS tapes across the border. Discover the remnants of illicit industry. Prepare for an assassination. This is Paratopic, an atmospheric retro-3D horror adventure through a cursed fever dream.

Why similar: Experimental 35.9%, Surreal 25.1%, Indie 14.1%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Stylized 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal, and experimental experience that uses atmosphere to create a lingering sense of unease.

The story of a soldier left alone in a bunker.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, War 23.9%, Emotional 12.3%, Survival 10.9%, Realistic 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling narrative experience that focuses on the emotional aftermath of a catastrophic event.

Florence Yeoh feels a little... stuck. Her life is an endless routine of work, sleep, and spending too much time on social media. Then one day, she meets a cello player named Krish who changes everything about how she sees the world and herself.

Why similar: Indie 43.6%, Stylized 23.8%, Emotional 21.9%, 2D 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, interactive narrative that uses simple mechanics to convey profound emotional growth and reflection.

Old Man’s Journey, a soul-searching puzzle adventure, tells a story of life, loss, and hope. Interacting with the world around you, you'll shape the landscape to create the old man's path forward. Experience heartache and hope as you embark on a heartfelt journey through a sunkissed world.

Why similar: Emotional 23.9%, Stylized 19.6%, Indie 16.5%, Atmospheric 15.2%, 2D 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, 2D narrative-driven game that focuses on life reflection and emotional storytelling.

A haiku platformer. It's short and vague.

Why similar: Experimental 39.3%, Surreal 18.4%, Emotional 18.4%, Exploration 7.7%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An experimental, surreal experience that prioritizes player interpretation and exploration of themes.

'Chasing Light' is the story of the seven days of exploring the physical properties of a game and uncovering an inner world of human beings and society. Have a weird trip!

Why similar: Indie 52.5%, Experimental 40.4%, Atmospheric 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An experimental, story-rich game that uses unique mechanics to guide the player through a reflective narrative.

As a young soldier returning to an eerily deserted home, you'll explore enigmatic rooms and uncover a haunting, tragic story. Experience an atmospheric journey filled with suspense, mysterious encounters, and a deep narrative.

Why similar: Emotional 27%, Dark 21.2%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Exploration 14.8%, Indie 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric walking simulator that focuses on deep, personal exploration of a narrative.

it's always monday - is a first person exploration game

Why similar: Indie 37.5%, Emotional 29.5%, Dark 22%, Atmospheric 11%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological, atmospheric indie game that uses a unique perspective to tell a short, impactful story.

Welcome to Liminal Lane. A short, single player, first person, atmospheric walking simulator. A nostalgic, surreal experience exploring Liminal Spaces. Uncover the secrets of Liminal Lane and escape the Lucid Dreams and Haunting Nightmares.

Why similar: Emotional 27.1%, Dark 23%, Stylized 19.8%, Exploration 17.5%, Atmospheric 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric simulation game that focuses on puzzle-solving and environmental storytelling.

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 39.2%, Exploration 31.5%, Indie 29.3%

Why You'll Like It: While lighter in tone, it is a perfect example of a short, impactful, and atmospheric experience that values player reflection.

Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.

Why similar: Indie 67.3%, Atmospheric 17.9%, 2D 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: A game that forces the player to confront the moral weight of bureaucratic decisions in a war-torn or dystopian setting.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Emotional 17.5%, Surreal 15.9%, Dark 15.8%, Indie 11.6%, Realistic 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, 2D psychological game that explores heavy emotional themes with a unique, gritty aesthetic.

The WWI story where your goal isn’t to kill, but to survive. In the still trenches, three soldiers learn the harsh truth of war: reckless missions, digging trenches, collecting dog tags and ghostly whispers in the dark. Home before the leaves fall, they thought.

Why similar: World War I 63.9% ★, War 14.5%, Emotional 6.8%, Exploration 5.3%, Atmospheric 5.2%

Away — is a short game telling about the hero's death experience, performed in a gloomy black and white style.

Why similar: Dark 43.6%, Indie 42%, Atmospheric 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, indie psychological adventure that emphasizes a personal and reflective narrative journey.

A game about the short journey of a boy who left home. Experience a dense story in around 2 hours, along with rhythm gameplay and music puzzles. Enjoy live acoustic sounds and a story that feels like a musical film!

Why similar: Emotional 46.1%, Dark 32.8%, Indie 14.7%, 2D 6.4%

Please don't kill the cow.

Why similar: Experimental 20.4%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Indie 14.6%, Emotional 10.4%, Surreal 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, dark, and experimental indie game that challenges the player with its unconventional tone.

A game for the ones we lost on the way. Memento Mori is a surreal walking simulator that combines a minimalistic art style and a show don't tell story, focused on dealing with loss.

Why similar: Surreal 36.6%, Emotional 21.8%, Dark 18.7%, Indie 13.5%, Atmospheric 9.5%

Trench Face is a horror turn based war RPG featuring exploration-based dungeons, with hanging monsters lurking around each corner. Every enemy varying in strengths and weaknesses. Escape the trench with your life.

Why similar: World War I 79.4% ★, Dark 5.5%, Exploration 4.5%, 2D 3.9%, Indie 3.6%

Stickman Trenches is a Real Time Strategy game in which you need to manage your men and weapons and build up your defenses in the brutal trenches of Stick World War 1.

Why similar: World War I 68.7% ★, War 14.3%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D 2.9%

Emporium is a short interactive vignette. Exploring notions of escapism, loss and a fragmented sense of self in the wake of a personal tragedy.

Why similar: Experimental 41.8%, Surreal 18.7%, Indie 18.7%, Dark 13.1%, Atmospheric 7.6%

A simple Side-Scrolling Shooter set in the Western Fronts of World War 1.

Why similar: World War I 83.4% ★, Indie 16.6%

Play using the logic of traditional minesweeper games in this reinterpretation of the classic game. Interact with the story of World War I (the Great War) by solving the minesweeper puzzles and finding landmines.

Why similar: World War I 76.7% ★, War 12.7%, Stylized 5%, Indie 3.2%, Atmospheric 2.3%

A short and surreal meta-narrative experience. Explore the gallery and find a way to push The Button...

Why similar: Surreal 32.4%, Indie 27.6%, Dark 25.9%, Atmospheric 14.1%

A contemplative experience where you’ll wander through the dreams, memories and fantasies emerging from a dialogue between a grandfather and his grandchild.

Why similar: Experimental 35.7%, Surreal 17.3%, Realistic 9.8%, Relaxing 9.6%, Stylized 8.8%

A slow burn walking sim with an interactive soundtrack and horror vibes. You explore abstract locations and create your own unique sound for each of them by moving around and using Monoliths.

Why similar: Surreal 40%, Atmospheric 16.8%, Dark 16.5%, Indie 15.1%, Exploration 11.5%

When I Was Young is a stylish and challenging 2D action game set during the Vietnam War. Fight your way through the brutal firefights enjoying a unique combat system and a story-driven campaign. Immerse yourself in the fascinating entourage of the 1960s!

Why similar: War 39.5%, Indie 35.1%, 2D 12.6%, Atmospheric 7%, Exploration 5.8%

January, 1915. The Race to the Sea is over. The Great War has just begun. You are the commander of a single division in the meat grinder that is the Western Front. Lead your men over the top as you attempt to break the stalemate that is to claim the lives of millions over the course of years.

Why similar: World War I 74.5% ★, War 15.8%, Indie 9.8%

A pixel art psychological horror game inspired by the Flannan Isles mystery. Manage a remote lighthouse, handle limited resources, and confront eerie occurrences as isolation erodes your sanity. Multiple endings await based on your choices and actions. How long can you last?

Why similar: World War I 58.7% ★, Side Scroller 15.1%, Survival 10.7%, Emotional 8%, Dark 7.5%

Spirit of War: The Great War is a turn-based strategy game set during World War I. Drawing inspiration from board games classics, Spirit Of War is a unique arcade/strategy experience.

Why similar: World War I 100% ★

Enter the hauntingly beautiful shadow world of In His Time, a 2D puzzle-solving adventure game. There you will meet Olly and join him to solve puzzles throughout each step of his emotional journey of growth and self-discovery.

Why similar: Dark 31.1%, Indie 18.5%, Atmospheric 17.8%, 2D 17.6%, Exploration 15%

Minimal physical puzzle with explosions

Why similar: Relaxing 31.1%, Indie 30%, 2D 22.6%, Exploration 16.3%

Your Future Self is a 1-2 hour long story-driven experimental text adventure with unique conversational mechanics, time loop based gameplay, and an emotionally gripping time travel mystery set against the backdrop of a darkly realistic vision of our world ravaged by climate change.

Why similar: Indie 62.8%, Atmospheric 20%, 2D 17.1%

Dark Side of War is a hardcore shooter game where players take on the role of a soldier during World War II and clear out enemy bases using every bullet wisely. The game offers diverse levels with unique designs and atmospheric soundtracks to create a realistic war atmosphere.

Why similar: Survival 50.4%, Atmospheric 27.4%, Indie 22.2%

In the dark and mysterious world of Closure, only what you see exists. Manipulate lights to phase objects in and out of reality in this multiple-award-winning puzzle game. Play as a strange spider-like demon who explores the stories of three human characters through beautiful, eerie environments such as a decrepit factory, a murky...

Why similar: Surreal 24.5%, Experimental 24.1%, Indie 23.5%, Dark 14.2%, 2D 9.1%

Double is an action-quest game telling about a fight with a mental disorder by immersing in dreams. Choose your way and find out how this mystical story ends.

Why similar: War 28.7%, Side Scroller 28%, Indie 16.7%, Dark 13.3%, Atmospheric 6.8%

QUICKERFLAK is an experimental fast-paced time-attack top-down combat retro-hardcore minigame, that can be finished in a minute.

Why similar: Surreal 40.4%, Stylized 31.3%, Dark 28.3%

The Beginner's Guide is a narrative video game from Davey Wreden, the creator of The Stanley Parable. It lasts about an hour and a half and has no traditional mechanics, no goals or objectives. Instead, it tells the story of a person struggling to deal with something they do not understand.

Why similar: Experimental 31%, Surreal 16.9%, Emotional 16%, Indie 15.1%, Atmospheric 12.5%

Welcome aboard the RMS Lusitania, a luxurious ocean liner sunk by a German U-boat during World War 1. Immerse yourself in this detailed unique experience of how this great liner met its final moments on the 7th May 1915.

Why similar: Experience 84% ★, Indie 7.4%, Exploration 5.4%, Atmospheric 3.3%

The Great Perhaps is a time travel puzzle game about an astronaut returning to Earth destroyed by natural cataclysms. There, among the ruins he finds an unusual artifact — an old lantern, in the light of which you can see glimpses of another time and travel to the past.

Why similar: Indie 38.8%, Stylized 17.3%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Exploration 15%, 2D 13.6%

«Undying Symphony» tells a story about challenges that Leningrad people faced during the Siege and shows us one of the most tragic episodes of Leningrad history

Why similar: Realistic 51.2%, Atmospheric 31.9%, Indie 16.9%

A Raven Monologue is a short experimental silent story about a raven that does not know how to croak and his relationship with the people in the town.

Why similar: Experimental 49.6%, Indie 20.4%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Relaxing 12.9%, 2D 4%

Merciless trench warfare immerses you and your squad in intense battles of attack and defense. Verdun is the first multiplayer FPS set in an authentic World War One setting offering a rarely seen battlefield experience.

Why similar: World War I 65.3% ★, War 20.9%, Realistic 8.7%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Manipulate the look, sound, and feel of more than a dozen mesmerizing landscapes in this immersive musical adventure through space and time.

Why similar: Experimental 65.6%, Indie 17.6%, Atmospheric 16.8%