Games Like The Curse of Monkey Island

Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.2%, Pirates 16.1% ★, 1990's 12.1%, Comedy 7%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern continuation that perfectly captures the charm and humor of the original series.

Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike.

Why similar: Point & Click 37%, Classic 17.2% ★, 1990's 13.4%, Pirates 12.8% ★, Adventure 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational adventure that introduced the world to Guybrush Threepwood and his pirate escapades.

Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.

Why similar: Point & Click 36%, Cult Classic 15.3% ★, Classic 14.2% ★, Pirates 10.2% ★, 1990's 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A direct sequel that expands on the series' signature puzzles and comedic storytelling.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.6%, Classic 20.3% ★, 1990's 18.6%, Retro 5.6%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of 90s comedy adventure featuring brilliant time-travel puzzles and a distinct cartoon style.

While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.6%, Pirates 24.7% ★, 1990's 16.4%, Comedy 6.7%, Retro 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic adventure that brings the Monkey Island universe into a 3D space while retaining its classic wit.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1995, Full Throttle is a classic graphic adventure game from industry legend Tim Schafer, telling the story of Ben Throttle; butt-kicking leader of biker gang the Polecats, who gets caught up in a tale of Motorcycles, Mayhem and Murder.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.2%, Cult Classic 27% ★, Classic 15.9% ★, 1990's 12.2%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic LucasArts classic that balances gritty atmosphere with the studio's trademark puzzle mechanics.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.9%, Classic 26.9% ★, 1990's 10.2%, Adventure 6.9%, Comedy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An unforgettable narrative-driven adventure with a unique art style and deeply memorable characters.

Grab your nightstick, squeal like a siren, and Hit the Road with Sam & Max, Freelance Police, as they attempt to crack their toughest case.

Why similar: Cult Classic 41.9% ★, Point & Click 20.7%, 1990's 15.6%, Classic 6.9% ★, Retro 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for irreverent 90s comedy adventures featuring a chaotic detective duo.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.2%, 1990's 15.9%, Classic 9.5% ★, Adventure 8.6%, Retro 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern love letter to the golden era of point-and-click games created by the original Monkey Island developers.

The Man With The Hat Is Back In His Greatest Adventure Yet! 1939 - The eve of World War II. Nazi agents are about to get their hands on a weapon more dangerous than the atom bomb. Only Indy can stop them before they unleash the deadly secret that sank Atlantis.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.1%, Classic 19.6% ★, Cult Classic 14.2% ★, 1990's 13.8%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure that feels like a lost film, featuring excellent puzzle variety and a strong narrative.

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.8%, Cult Classic 20.1% ★, Adventure 8.3%, Classic 7.5% ★, 1990's 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed adventure that excels at parodying classic tropes with warmth and humor.

The Inner World – A 2D-Point’n’Click Adventure Together with the help of the mysterious thief Laura, his best intentions and no clue whatsoever, Robert sets off on his adventure to discover the secret of the wind's disappearance. Will the young adventurer be able to save his world?

Why similar: Point & Click 54.3%, 1990's 11.9%, Adventure 11.3%, Classic 8.4% ★, Retro 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a charming, hand-drawn art style and clever, logic-based puzzle design.

A letter from 10 years ago, an intricate web of lies to unravel and a mystery to solve. Explore an unconventional town of pirates, dive into the past, collect items and look for clues to help Willy find out what happened to his father...

Why similar: Point & Click 32.7%, Pirates 24.8% ★, Retro 12.3%, Cartoony 6.8%, Comedy 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern pirate-themed adventure that pays direct homage to the mechanics and feel of 90s classics.

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 61.9%, Comedy 10.5%, Adventure 10%, Classic 5.1% ★, Puzzle 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic and hilarious point-and-click adventure that mirrors the slapstick energy of classic LucasArts titles.

Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.5%, Classic 25.7% ★, 1990's 16.3%, Retro 8.3%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the same irreverent, pun-filled humor and challenging puzzle-solving DNA as the Monkey Island series.

The world of Gloriana, with all its wonderful diversity, awaits you.

Why similar: 1990's 28.3%, Cult Classic 24.8% ★, Point & Click 19.5%, Classic 16% ★, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends traditional adventure gameplay with light RPG elements and a consistent sense of humor.

Crazy cultists. Cthulhu. A talking cat. Gibbous takes you on an expansive, traditionally animated, hand-painted adventure. Play as three protagonists and explore a lushly rendered Lovecraft-inspired world, unraveling ancient conspiracies. A comedy cosmic horror adventure made in Transylvania!

Why similar: Point & Click 60.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Retro 8.9%, Puzzle 8.1%, Comedy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully hand-animated adventure that blends Lovecraftian themes with a lighthearted, comedic tone.

Runaway: A Twist of Fate is the adventure game of the year! Featuring a production worthy of a big 2D animated movie, Runaway follows a story full of twists and turns, and packed with comical highlights. All in all, you will be confronted with more than 200 mysteries and puzzles to keep your brain running through a big adventure that you...

Why similar: Point & Click 79.9%, Adventure 15.9%, Puzzle 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A solid, story-driven adventure series that maintains the classic point-and-click structure.

Cleo is a solo-developed, top-down, pixel-art, retro, pirate adventure with a lot of nostalgic flair, humor and a linear story, inspired by the old Zelda games and the classic LucasArts adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.1%, 1990's 27%, Pirates 18.3% ★, Retro 9.1%, Comedy 5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, pirate-themed indie adventure with a retro aesthetic and a focus on exploration.

Long after the passing of the Second Shadow, when dragons ruled the twilight sky and the stars were bright and numerous, came the Age of the Great Guilds. Blacksmiths. Shepherds. Clerics. Each dedicated to the absolute control of secret knowledge. Another such Guild was the Weavers.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.9%, Classic 25.5% ★, 1990's 14%, Adventure 8.3%, Retro 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, music-themed adventure from the same LucasArts era that experimented with innovative mechanics.

Nelly Cootalot is the stupidly named pirate adventurer with a heart of gold. Uncover corruption and wanton punning in this HD revival of a classic freeware adventure game.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.3%, Pirates 22.7% ★, Classic 20.4% ★, Comedy 6.1%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted pirate adventure that shares the whimsical, family-friendly tone of Monkey Island.

The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!

Why similar: Point & Click 54.1%, Cult Classic 24.6% ★, Adventure 9.8%, Classic 7.5% ★, Puzzle 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, comedic adventure with a distinct visual style and eccentric characters.

Discover a dark family secret and rid a young girl of her nightmares in this splendidly British point & click comedy adventure. Playing as sharp-witted Lucy, explore both dreams and reality to meet all the colourful characters who'll help you solve puzzles, gather clues and find a murderer.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.8%, 1990's 28%, Retro 10.1%, Comedy 7.9%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click game that captures the spirit of 90s British humor and surreal puzzle design.

After being abducted by brutal soldiers and his kinfolk butchered, Robert Foster finds himself in Union City - a vast metropolis under the tyranny of a fascist AI. Alone, save for the circuit board of his best friend, Foster must discover the sinister truth - and why they specifically came for him.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.9%, Retro 17.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Puzzle 6.5%, Cartoony 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential 90s adventure with a strong narrative and a distinct, memorable art style.

Quick, Dr. Fred's Kidnapped Sandy and he's about to start the experiment...

Why similar: Point & Click 34%, Classic 29.7% ★, 1990's 19.3%, Adventure 7.4%, Retro 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational game that established the point-and-click interface used by the entire LucasArts catalog.

Toonstruck combines live action, cell animation, and an all star cast: Christopher Lloyd, Ben Stein, Dan Castellaneta, Tim Curry, and Dom DeLuise, for a not-to-be-missed adventure through a zany cartoon world on the brink of total Malevalation!

Why similar: Point & Click 52.5%, Comedy 11%, Cartoony 10.3%, Adventure 8.6%, Puzzle 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cult-classic adventure that masterfully blends live-action footage with vibrant, hand-drawn cartoon worlds.

Space Aliens have built a stupidity machine that's slowly reducing everyone's IQ to single digits. Worse yet, the only person who can stop them is Zak McKracken, reporter for the disreputable National Inquisitor, who dreams up stories about carnivorous cantaloupes and vegetarian vampires.

Why similar: Cult Classic 46.6% ★, Point & Click 16.8%, 1990's 15.6%, Classic 9.3% ★, Retro 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An early, quirky LucasArts adventure that helped define the studio's signature puzzle style.

Inspired by the great ‘90s classics such as 'Monkey Island', 'Day of the Tentacle', 'Tony Tough' and 'Sam & Max: Hit the Road', "The Wardrobe" has a strong sense of humour, but isn't shy about dealing with mature and non-politically correct themes.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.5%, 1990's 18.9%, Comedy 10.4%, Adventure 8.6%, Retro 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-heavy adventure filled with pop-culture references and classic inventory-based puzzles.

King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.1%, Classic 17.4% ★, 1990's 11.9%, Adventure 11.3%, Puzzle 5.5%

3 Skulls of the Toltecs was one of the last classic point & click adventure release in 1996, now you can play it again in this wonderful remastered version with enhanced graphics up to 4k.

Why similar: Cult Classic 39.7% ★, 1990's 18.5%, Point & Click 16.8%, Classic 13.5% ★, Retro 6.2%

Fourth in the legendary Monkey Island series of graphic adventures!

Why similar: Cult Classic 24.8% ★, Point & Click 22.3%, Classic 13.8% ★, Pirates 10.7% ★, 1990's 9%

Summoned to a strange magical world, Simon must complete an ancient prophecy to return home. Solve crazy puzzles, cast spells, brew odd potions and uncover the origins of a legendary saga!

Why similar: Point & Click 33.4%, 1990's 29.6%, Retro 11.3%, Comedy 6.9%, Adventure 5.3%

With this long-expected sequel to the critically highly acclaimed and lavishly praised Deponia, the player enters round two. Chaos on Deponia turns out to be even wackier than its predecessor and instantly puts the player under its spell.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.8%, Comedy 11.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Classic 4.8% ★, Puzzle 4%

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Point & Click 66.6%, Cartoony 13.9%, Adventure 8.1%, Funny 5.3%, 2D 3.6%

In a race against time, Betty embarks on a thrilling, comedy-packed adventure to crack a conspiracy that starts with a bang and ends at 3 Minutes to Midnight.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.5%, 1990's 15%, Comedy 9.6%, Adventure 8.1%, Puzzle 5.6%

‘Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Remastered’ is a stunning update to the multi million-selling original. A mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which journalist Nico Collard and her adventuring companion George Stobbart must overcome powerful forces from fulfilling their evil ambitions.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.6%, 1990's 27.6%, Retro 10.3%, Adventure 6.1%, Comedy 5.3%

Can you change Deponia's fate? Do you have what it takes to change Rufus' past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet? Fight time itself in this action-packed, platypus-tastic and insanely hilarious story.

Why similar: Point & Click 62.7%, Adventure 12.4%, Comedy 10.6%, Classic 4.2% ★, Puzzle 4%

Enjoy a thrilling and hilarious point-and-click adventure in the fantasy world of Aventasia

Why similar: Point & Click 76.8%, Adventure 13.6%, Comedy 9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Sneak into the pharaoh's pyramid and meet up with Assil and his crew of crazy friends. Just as the party starts to get hot, a silly accident turns life upside down! Help Assil reverse the curse!

Why similar: Point & Click 50.3%, Classic 22.7% ★, Adventure 9.8%, Comedy 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%

A classic point and click adventure game, featuring weird and wonderful characters, beautiful animation and a fantastic soundtrack. "It is quite possibly one of the finest point-and-click comedy murder mystery adventure games set in Victorian London you will play today" - Bertram Fiddle

Why similar: Point & Click 69.3%, Adventure 13.6%, Comedy 10.9%, Funny 3%, 2D 2.3%

Travel to the four corners of the world with Brian and Gina in a crazy story packed full of surprises. Pirates, spies, surfers, soldiers, and even aliens get in on the act - all combining to create a wonderfully rewarding experience to savour and remember forever!

Why similar: Point & Click 69%, Adventure 12.3%, Retro 5.3%, Comedy 4.4%, Puzzle 3%

More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!

Why similar: Point & Click 54.5%, Cult Classic 11.9% ★, Adventure 10.7%, Comedy 10.5%, Classic 4.6% ★

Journey to a strange world in search of the fabled Oracle in this fantasy comedy point & click adventure. Play as Leo, a struggling student with the ability to breathe underwater, and explore a desert island and the depths of an alien ocean to uncover your school’s dark past.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.7%, 1990's 24.2%, Retro 9.5%, Comedy 8.7%, Adventure 6.4%

Mysterious Things are Happening on Vooju Island...

Why similar: Point & Click 52.8%, Pirates 28.9% ★, Adventure 18.2%

Armikrog is a unique stop motion clay animated point and click adventure game from the creators of Earthworm Jim and the Neverhood. Unravel the mysteries of the fortress that holds Tommynaut and his blind alien talking dog Beak-Beak captive through exploration and puzzle solving!

Why similar: Point & Click 62.1%, Adventure 17.3%, Comedy 8.6%, Puzzle 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%

Join Champy, the useless vampire, in this charming 2D point-and-click adventure with hand-drawn environments and funny puzzles. Embark on an adventure amongst a cult of vampire hunters, a giant octopus and zombie animals. Will Champy find a way to save Dracula before it's too late?

Why similar: Point & Click 33.8%, 1990's 33.6%, Comedy 7.4%, Cartoony 7.4%, Adventure 5.3%

The classic Myst experience with point and click controls, released as a remaster to the original in 2000. Enter a world where nothing is as it seems... and adventure knows no bounds!

Why similar: Point & Click 36.9%, Classic 25.5% ★, 1990's 19.9%, Adventure 11.8%, Puzzle 4.4%

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: 1990's 45.9%, Point & Click 32.9%, Cartoony 6.8%, Adventure 5.8%, Puzzle 3.9%

A comedic 2D point and click adventure, featuring a crazy cast of poxy pirate pooches.

Why similar: Point & Click 55.5%, Pirates 23.6% ★, Adventure 13%, Comedy 7.9%

Ben There, Dan That! and Time Gentlemen, Please! are a couple of rip-roaring point-and-click adventure games . With tongue firmly in cheek, sit back, relax, and put your mind to work solving puzzles, and reading some very funny dialogue. It's like a book, only good!

Why similar: Point & Click 55.4%, Cult Classic 13.2% ★, Adventure 8.5%, Comedy 6.4%, 1990's 6.4%

Duke Grabowski is a classic point-and-click adventure, created with love by an indie team that includes Bill Tiller (The Curse of Monkey Island, Steven Spielberg's The Dig, Indiana Jones and the Infernal Machine).

Why similar: Point & Click 38.4%, Pirates 29.9% ★, Comedy 8.3%, Adventure 6.4%, Cartoony 6%

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 48%, 1990's 20.9%, Adventure 7.1%, Cartoony 6.7%, Puzzle 5.4%

From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.7%, 1990's 9.4%, Adventure 8.9%, Classic 7.7% ★, Comedy 5.9%

Do you like adventure, comedy, and dime store detective novels? Then boy have we got the game for you! Join Voodoo Detective in a hand-drawn, point-and-click noir where you’ll pit your wits and hoodoo know-how against a sinister evil that’s taken root on beautiful Zo Wanga Isle.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.2%, Comedy 11.5%, Puzzle 5.6%, Adventure 5.5%, Cartoony 5.5%