- #1 The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,034 reviews2020
Dev: SeverPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world where the gods are real. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice you make has a price to pay and consequence to it. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.4% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.2%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Medieval 8%
- #2 Diabolical
97% matchMostly Positive77% of 121 reviews2015
Dev: Choice of Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a criminal mastermind, choose a lair, rob a bank, hire a minion, and steal the world's largest ball of aluminum foil! Or, destroy the world. FINE.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 47.2% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 27.9%, Choices Matter 12.6%, RPG 12.4%
- #3 KingSim
96% matchVery Positive85% of 209 reviews2020
Dev: Fuzzy Pixel Game Studio
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...
Why similar: Diplomacy 19% ★, Dark Humor 15.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.3%, Management 10%, Multiple Endings 10%
- #4 The Council
95% matchVery Positive84% of 5,581 reviews2018
Dev: Big Bad WolfPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Experience a Narrative Adventure where your choices and character growth truly matter. As a member of a 1793 secret society, live a tale of intrigue and manipulation on the hunt for your missing mother.
Why similar: Episodic 20.9% ★, Detective 20.6%, Choices Matter 19.2%, RPG 10.1%, Mystery 8.7%
- #5 The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante
94% matchVery Positive90% of 9,503 reviews2021
Dev: SeverPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world ruled by real but unrelenting gods. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice has a price and entails consequences. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!
Why similar: Choices Matter 22.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.8%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #6 Dark Lord
94% matchVery Positive90% of 184 reviews2024
Dev: Undead FoxPub: LTG Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Unleash your power in Dark Lord, a roguelike RPG filled with strategy, adventure, and sardonic wit. Rule your growing realm with an iron fist in Story Mode, dive deep into the legends created by other players, or forge your own in Community Stories Mode!
Why similar: Dark Humor 29.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.9%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Choices Matter 13%, Medieval 12.7%
- #7 Fateweaver: The Alchemist's Quandary
93% matchVery Positive98% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: Randumb Studios
Windows
You are The Fateweaver; an ancient beast of legendary status. It is your job to determine which way Fate will unravel as you dig deep into the psyche of those who beckon. Decide whether to help those who beg for your mercy, or invoke the wrath of the Gods upon those you deem unworthy of existence...
Why similar: Detective 13.5%, Investigation 13%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%, Choices Matter 9.4%, Visual Novel 9.1%
- #8 Demonheart
92% matchVery Positive91% of 752 reviews2017
Dev: Rolling Crown
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Discover the secrets of the witches and demons in this dark fantasy romance game, featuring a female protagonist whose personality is completely up to the player thanks to extensive dialog choices.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 41.3% ★, Dark Humor 14.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.4%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Multiple Endings 9.3%
- #9 Death and Taxes
91% matchVery Positive86% of 8,138 reviews2020
Dev: Placeholder Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In this 2D, short narrative-based game, you assume the role of the Grim Reaper... on an office job. Your job is to decide which people are going to live or die. The consequences of your choices are yours to bear, while the mystery of your incarnation awaits revelation!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.4%, Choices Matter 22.4%, Multiple Endings 19.9%, Interactive Fiction 18.7%, Story Rich 12.6%
- #10 The Thaumaturge
89% matchVery Positive83% of 5,424 reviews2024
Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.
Why similar: Detective 21.1%, Investigation 17.6%, Choices Matter 12.7%, Multiple Endings 10.7%, Visual Novel 10.7%
- #11 Demonheart: Hunters
90% matchVery Positive84% of 292 reviews2020
Dev: Rolling Crown
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embrace or resist the demonic influence around you. Romance your companions in this RPG with an emphasis on conversation choices and character interactions.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 41.4% ★, Dark Humor 14.3%, Multiple Endings 9.8%, Interactive Fiction 9.8%, Visual Novel 8%
- #12 The King's Dilemma: Chronicles
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 140 reviews2023
Dev: Big Trouble
Windows · Mac
Lead the King’s Council for generations as the consequences of your decisions decide the kingdom’s resources and political standing. Form alliances, solve dilemmas, and prepare for the final uprising that was foretold by an ancient prophecy
Why similar: Lore-Rich 17.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Economy 13%, Choices Matter 11.6%, Multiple Endings 11.4%
- #13 Reigns
88% matchVery Positive87% of 8,051 reviews2016
Dev: NerialPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Sit on the throne as a benevolent (or malevolent) medieval monarch of the modern age and swipe your royal controller either left or right to impose your will upon the kingdom.
Why similar: Choices Matter 29.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 24.2%, Medieval 23.3%, Dark Humor 11.3%, RPG 8.4%
- #14 Tyranny
87% matchVery Positive87% of 13,114 reviews2016
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 51% ★, RPG 19.3%, Choices Matter 19.2%, Story Rich 10.5%
- #15 Lords of Infinity
86% matchVery Positive96% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead an ancient and crumbling noble house in a rich gunpowder fantasy setting. Lie, bribe, and conspire to secure power and prestige – or to save a doomed kingdom from itself.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.4%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Management 10.8%
- #16 Jester / King
85% matchVery Positive94% of 90 reviews2021
Dev: Rolling Crown
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You wake up as a jester next to the king's lifeless body. You are trapped in a cursed kingdom with three love interests. Will you seek the truth, help the others, or try to escape?
Why similar: Dark Humor 16%, Detective 15.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.2%, Visual Novel 10.6%, Multiple Endings 10.3%
- #17 Penny Larceny: Gig Economy Supervillain
84% matchVery Positive97% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: Fiction Factory Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A comic book adventure of freelance supervillainy, petting cats, and/or destroying capitalism in which your choices determine success in a series of daring heists and capers.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 44% ★, Dark Humor 12.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.7%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Multiple Endings 10%
- #18 Suzerain
82% matchVery Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 25.7%, Visual Novel 18.3%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Multiple Endings 13.1%, Choices Matter 13.1%
- #19 Swordbreaker The Game
84% matchVery Positive83% of 406 reviews2015
Dev: DuCats Games Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The Swordbreaker game is interactive fiction with lots of illustrations where you and you alone get to choose the storyline and the ending!
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.3%, Visual Novel 26.7%, Choices Matter 25.4%, Medieval 17.7%
- #20 The Succession of Changing Kings
81% matchVery Positive88% of 482 reviews2026
Dev: KwaKwaGames
Windows
Turn-based kingdom management simulator focused on decision-making. Will you survive and lead the kingdom to prosperity, or die in agony? The throne awaits.
Why similar: Medieval 16.3%, Choices Matter 15.6%, Multiple Endings 13.7%, Economy 13.1%, Management 11.5%
- #21 Mandate Of Heaven
79% matchVery Positive92% of 5,678 reviews2025
Dev: 木焱工作室
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
You will take on the role of the Second Prince of Xuan, heir of the Southern Regime. With foreign invaders entrenched in the north and a complacent court content to linger in the south, you face a defining choice:The choice… is yours!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.5%, RPG 17.2%, Interactive Fiction 15.8%, Immersive Sim 15.4%, Choices Matter 13.7%
- #22 Crown Gambit
80% matchVery Positive97% of 350 reviews2025
Dev: WILD WITSPub: Playdigious Originals
Windows · Mac
Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 17.4%, Lore-Rich 16%, Interactive Fiction 15%, Choices Matter 12.2%, Medieval 11.5%
- #23 Life of a Wizard
83% matchVery Positive81% of 67 reviews2017
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Write an archmage's autobiography in this 80-year 130,000-word interactive fiction! Play good or evil, man or woman, as you bring peace to the kingdom or take over the world with your sorcery. Brew potions, raise the dead, summon mythical beasts, control men's minds, and blast away your enemies.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 56.2%, RPG 43.8%
- #24 Void's Calling ep.1
81% matchVery Positive81% of 824 reviews2020
Dev: Novel
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
"Void's Calling" - is a visual novel with RPG elements where every decision you make can drastically change the course of game's story.
Why similar: RPG 35%, Visual Novel 27%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.2%, Medieval 8.6%, Choices Matter 7.3%
- #25 The Lost Heir: The Fall of Daria
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 60 reviews2016
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take back your throne from demon-summoning usurpers in this 145,000-word interactive fantasy novel! Will your prince or princess choose to be good or evil?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 56.3%, RPG 43.7%
- #26 Road to Empress I
76% matchVery Positive87% of 11,428 reviews2025
Dev: New One Studio
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
You've never played a game like this before. Road to Empress I is a cinematic palace adventure where your choices decide everyone's fate. Tackle multiple story branches and a high mortality rate with charm, wisdom and courage? First...survive.
Why similar: Choices Matter 22.1%, Visual Novel 16.5%, Immersive Sim 14.6%, Multiple Endings 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%
- #27 Choice of Life: Middle Ages 2
77% matchVery Positive95% of 967 reviews2022
Dev: Blazing Planet Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore your kingdom and rule wisely in the card game - Choice of Life: Middle Ages 2
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.3%, Choices Matter 18.3%, Multiple Endings 17.1%, Medieval 16.7%, RPG 11.6%
- #28 Interrogation Simulator
78% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Otis MillerPub: Fire Cycle Games
Windows · Linux
Inspired by JCS videos and similar Interrogation analysis. Match evidence with statements. Play good cop/bad cop. Make choices. Learn what makes people tick. Unravel the mystery.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 17.9%, Investigation 16.9%, Dark Humor 16.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Immersive Sim 12.6%
- #29 Sultan's Game
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 32,886 reviews2025
Dev: Double CrossPub: 2P Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Survive a mad Sultan's reign in this brutal resource management RPG. Draw a card every seven days and complete its challenge. Make dreadful choices to stay alive: will you die a loyal servant, become a kingslayer, or call down the gods' judgement?
Why similar: Dark Humor 25.4%, Lore-Rich 21.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 21.4%, Choices Matter 14.3%, RPG 8.9%
- #30 Antagonist
79% matchVery Positive92% of 73 reviews2017
Dev: NIVLACARTPub: KOMODO
Windows
Play as D’Vil, the Dark Lord… and rising star at Evil Productions. Team up with Hero of Light, Ralph, and unleash devastating combos on your foes. Will you work together to uncover the conspiracy behind the video game cutscene industry or clash like true hero and villain?
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 51.6% ★, Visual Novel 14.5%, Multiple Endings 14%, RPG 10.3%, Story Rich 9.6%
- #31 Noble's Life: Kingdom Reborn - Prologue
77% matchMixed70% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle GriffonsPub: Concept Lab Sp. z o.o.
Windows
Experience the first months after a brutal assault on your own estate in the free prologue of a realistic simulator of a medieval noble combined with a strategy game of historical depth. Manage your town and villages and make decisions in non-linear events.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.5% ★, Medieval 11.3%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Economy 10.5%, Choices Matter 8.9%
- #32 Choice of Life: Middle Ages
76% matchVery Positive89% of 1,774 reviews2020
Dev: Blazing Planet Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A card game in a Medieval setting where you make decisions on which not only your life will depend, but also the future of the kingdom!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 29.1%, Choices Matter 23.8%, Medieval 19.7%, Multiple Endings 16.9%, RPG 10.5%
- #33 Prophecy of Ashen
75% matchVery Positive80% of 213 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Multiple Endings 24.1%, Choices Matter 20.8%, Medieval 15.3%, Story Rich 15%
- #34 Untale: King of Revinia
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2020
Dev: Empty Die Studio
Windows · Linux
Unravel the mystery of the King's sudden death... Claim your right for the throne. Try to stay alive as long as possible. Will you take the risk? The story for those who are brave enough to dive in a dark story and are able to think reasonably.
Why similar: Detective 19.1%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Mystery 13.1%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.6%
- #35 The Deed
75% matchVery Positive90% of 3,680 reviews2015
Dev: Pilgrim AdventuresPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A keenly dark twist on the traditional murder mystery setting, The Deed is an Adventure/RPG game about getting away with murder. Arran Bruce, the rightful heir to Dunshiel House, returns home to settle a score with his estranged family.
Why similar: Detective 26.3%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.2%, Mystery 13%, RPG 10.4%
- #36 A War of a Madman's Making
73% matchVery Positive96% of 101 reviews2024
Dev: Witching Metal Prod.
Windows
You are subordinate to the deranged dictator and must plan his doomed invasion in this text-based RPG / Visual Novel. Navigate the shark-filled waters of the Great Leader's presidential cabinet, try to save your family, and survive the purges in a world of power-hungry leaders and nuclear warfare.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 24.7%, Interactive Fiction 19.5%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Choices Matter 13%, Multiple Endings 12.5%
- #37 The Witch's Cauldron
73% matchVery Positive92% of 619 reviews2024
Dev: Harvey games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The Witch's Cauldron is a narrative roguelike game about being a medieval witch. Grab your cauldron and get brewing. Love, curses, laughter, wisdom for sale! Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. At least before the inquisitors come around.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.1%, Choices Matter 13.4%, Multiple Endings 13.1%, Medieval 11.5%
- #38 Archmage Rises
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 429 reviews2023
Dev: Defiance Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Experience the freedom normally only found in a tabletop RPG. Empowered with magic, you will create your own story, and experience real consequences from the decisions you make. Will you be the world’s savior... or its destroyer? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Choices Matter 41.6%, Story Rich 32.8%, RPG 25.6%
- #39 The Golden Rose: Book One
72% matchVery Positive90% of 158 reviews2022
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore an alternative medieval Europe in this low-fantasy epic adventure! How far are you willing to go to take back your stolen treasure?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 28.3%, Interactive Fiction 21.9%, RPG 16.2%, Lore-Rich 14.3%, Choices Matter 12.6%
- #40 Milord
72% matchMixed66% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: iBright GamesPub: Null State Protocol
Windows · Mac
Milord is a Kingdom Management RPG with city-building mechanics. Immerse yourself in a world where your decisions shape your fiefdom's destiny. Rule wisely as you construct, strategize, and navigate the challenges of leadership. Will you rise to glory or crumble under the weight of your choices?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 31.2%, Choices Matter 22.2%, Medieval 21.7%, RPG 13.2%, Story Rich 11.8%
- #41 The Necromancer's Tale
68% matchVery Positive93% of 769 reviews2025
Dev: Psychic Software
Windows · Mac
A story-rich gothic RPG. Master the rituals of an ancient spellbook. Raise an undead army to march against your enemies. Commune with the realm of the dead & struggle with your descent into madness. Progress through secrecy, diplomacy, blackmail, coercion & seduction until ready to reveal yourself.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.8% ★, Detective 19.5%, Lore-Rich 19.5%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #42 Astrologaster
70% matchVery Positive95% of 519 reviews2019
Dev: Nyamyam
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Astrologaster is a comedy game set in Shakespeare’s London. Play as 'Doctor' Simon Forman and treat his patients using astrology. A story-driven adventure based on a truly ridiculous story.
Why similar: Villain Protagonist 19.8% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.9%, Interactive Fiction 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Choices Matter 11%
- #43 The Swordbearer - Season 1
70% matchVery Positive91% of 200 reviews2022
Dev: CaramelCowboy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take on the role of a young adventurer who recently inherited a sword. Your journey starts after you apply to the Knights Guild at the capital. Meet loveable characters as you explore this world that awaits you. Face the darkness that surfaces and uncover the evil plot as your story progresses.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.2%, Choices Matter 19.5%, Multiple Endings 17.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.1%, Medieval 13.6%
- #44 The Testing Chamber
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 690 reviews2022
Dev: Randumb Studios
Windows
For every action, there is a reaction... For every choice, a result... Dive deep into your subconscious as you wander the halls of The Testing Chamber & join hundreds of thousands of other players in one of the biggest & most successful social experiments ever performed.
Why similar: Investigation 16.2%, Detective 16%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.4%, Multiple Endings 11.3%, Choices Matter 11.1%
- #45 Postmortem: One Must Die (Extended Cut)
74% matchMostly Negative40% of 187 reviews2013
Dev: Unbound Creations
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 20%
Narrative-adventure playing an Agent of Death who must take ONE life that could change the fate of a conflict-torn Nation
Why similar: RPG 27.7%, Choices Matter 19.1%, Multiple Endings 15.1%, Interactive Fiction 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.7%
- #46 MetaHuman Inc.
71% matchVery Positive91% of 153 reviews2015
Dev: Choice of Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
As the CEO of a corporation that sells superpowers to the highest bidder, you'll harness dark magic and travel through time to inflate your stock prices!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 56.2%, RPG 43.8%
- #47 The Test
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 20,124 reviews2020
Dev: Randumb Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 23%
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 17.1%, Detective 13.4%, Investigation 13.4%, Multiple Endings 11.3%, Visual Novel 8.9%
- #48 Gods of Savvarah | Part I
67% matchVery Positive98% of 165 reviews2023
Dev: ST Sinovar
Windows
Gods of Savvarah is a visual novel with the philosophy of a classic fantasy RPG. Defeat enemies, explore countries, make friends, and find your place in Savvarah.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 20%, Interactive Fiction 14.3%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Multiple Endings 12.8%
- #49 Choose Wisely
71% matchMostly Positive70% of 132 reviews2018
Dev: ID Card
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
This game features no specific hero. You, as the player, can decide who makes it out alive. Your actions determine the outcome of the game. In total there are 9 playable characters and more than 50 different paths.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 32.3%, Multiple Endings 20.4%, Choices Matter 14%, Story Rich 11.5%, Mystery 11.2%
- #50 Choice of Magics
69% matchVery Positive93% of 162 reviews2018
Dev: Choice of Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your magic can change the world, but at what cost? Battle dragons, skyships, and evil Inquisitors, as you protect your homeland, conquer it, or destroy it forever!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 66.9%, RPG 33.1%
- #51 The RPG
64% matchVery Positive87% of 730 reviews2025
Dev: Dionysus AcroreitesPub: Catoptric Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Minimalistic Skyrim + West of Loathing + Supraland. An RPG-lite adventure with intentionally twisted traditional role-playing games aspects, where your choices do matter.
Why similar: Choices Matter 47%, RPG 33.7%, Medieval 19.2%
- #52 Silmaris: Dice Kingdom
69% matchMixed66% of 98 reviews2020
Dev: PyrogenPub: Mi-Clos Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Unforgiving storytelling adventure with dice rolls and turn-based management. Make the right choices and roll the dice to rally the monarchs to your medieval kingdom by diplomacy, war or deception.
Why similar: Medieval 52.7%, Choices Matter 47.3%
- #53 Henchman Story
66% matchVery Positive97% of 297 reviews2021
Dev: Silken Sail Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Being a bumbling supervillain's henchman is a thankless job. The spandex chafes, there's tons of late nights, and your boss rarely remembers your name. But in this narrative adventure you'll soon discover that - sometimes - even the choices of the lowliest henchman can change everything.
Why similar: Dark Humor 25%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.8%
- #54 Who Needs a Hero?
66% matchVery Positive91% of 1,470 reviews2021
Dev: Henrique Faitta ChitolinaPub: Baby Stone Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A stick and a dream: that's all you need in an RPG. Make choices that shape your destiny, build relationships, face epic monsters, and choose between being a feared villain or a legend.
Why similar: Choices Matter 42.4%, Medieval 35.5%, RPG 22.2%
- #55 Heads Will Roll: Downfall
67% matchMixed68% of 417 reviews2022
Dev: 1917 StudiosPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 29.6%, Choices Matter 17.5%, Medieval 17.4%, RPG 12.6%, Survival 12.1%
- #56 Epic Manager - Create Your Own Adventuring Agency!
69% matchMixed66% of 241 reviews2016
Dev: ManaVoid Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Epic Manager is a unique crossover between Sports Management and classic JRPGs. Experience an addictive “one more turn” mix of tycoon strategy, roguelike elements, roster management, combat and character progression, all rooted in an epic yet light-hearted fantasy setting. Rated ‘E’ for EPIC!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 24.1%, Economy 20.9%, Management 15.2%, Medieval 14.7%, Choices Matter 11.5%