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Games Like The Castle

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Interactive Fiction, Text-Based, Choose Your Own Adventure, Singleplayer.

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Do you enjoy listening to stories and having the ability to influence their unfolding? If so, then immerse yourself in the role of an active participant as you join Yaren on her quest for freedom.

Reviews: 1 user reviews — 100% — of 1 reviews
Released: 2023-09-05
Developer: Sankurusu
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Platforms: Windows, Linux

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    94% matchNo user reviews2026
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    90% matchNo user reviews2026
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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows

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    75% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2023
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    Windows

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    73% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2024
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    74% match7 user reviews88% of 7 reviews2023
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    Windows

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