Games Like The Drifter

A murder. A hack. A bombing. All it takes to plunge the solar system into war – unless you do something about it. Help CDI agent Neil Conrad make a string of increasingly difficult decisions in this modern dialog-driven adventure set in a gorgeous 2D sci-fi noir universe.

Why similar: Noir 28.6%, Thriller 20.6%, Investigation 18.5%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly mirrors the sci-fi noir aesthetic and deep investigative gameplay found in The Drifter.

A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.

Why similar: Investigation 20.1%, Thriller 15.4%, Conspiracy 15% ★, Mystery 12.2%, Point & Click 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a complex, conspiracy-filled mystery that rewards careful observation and deduction.

Discover a world where life is cheap, identities are bought & sold, & a quest for redemption can change the fate of a whole galaxy.

Why similar: Noir 35.7%, Point & Click 29.1%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Story Rich 6%

Why You'll Like It: This classic sci-fi point-and-click adventure features a gritty, atmospheric world and a compelling mystery.

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: Point & Click 25.7%, Noir 20.6%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Mystery 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi detective story that balances investigative mechanics with a strong, narrative-driven experience.

NORCO is a dialogue-focused point & click adventure that immerses the player in the sinking suburbs and industrial swamplands of an increasingly surreal and distorted South Louisiana.

Why similar: Noir 20.3%, Investigation 16%, Point & Click 13.7%, Conspiracy 11.7% ★, Mystery 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, pixel-art narrative game that captures the surreal, modern mystery vibe of The Drifter.

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 23.3%, Thriller 12.6%, Investigation 11.3%, Horror 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a haunting, atmospheric mystery experience with beautiful pixel art and strong narrative pacing.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Supernatural 17.7%, Mystery 11.6%, Story Rich 10%, Noir 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, story-rich point-and-click game that blends supernatural mystery with high-stakes investigation.

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 42.2%, Sci-fi 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Story Rich 9.9%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential cyberpunk adventure that features deep investigation and a gripping sci-fi narrative.

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Point & Click 24.2%, Supernatural 18.9%, Mystery 16%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Story Rich 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game balances supernatural mystery with a lighthearted but engaging point-and-click investigation style.

VirtuaVerse is a challenging old school cyberpunk point & click adventure set in a future not so far away narrating tales of technomancers, AVR graffiti writers, hacker groups, tribes of cryptoshamans, digital archeology, epic cyberwars and virtual reality debauchery.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.2%, 1990's 17%, Thriller 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Mystery 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk point-and-click adventure that excels in world-building and pixel-art environmental storytelling.

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: Noir 24%, Point & Click 21.8%, Mystery 15.9%, Dark 9.3%, Story Rich 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A detective mystery that emphasizes player choice and narrative consequences in a dark, atmospheric setting.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 96.9%, Mystery 0.8%, Noir 0.7%, Pixel Graphics 0.6%, Supernatural 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style mystery investigation that captures the tension and character-driven focus of a good thriller.

Nightmare Frames is a supernatural thriller where you'll step into the shoes of Alan Goldberg, in the search for the scariest horror film of all time. An enthralling journey through the streets of the Hollywood of the 80s, a small haunted town, and even Hell itself.

Why similar: Thriller 16.8%, Point & Click 15.2%, Investigation 14.9%, Supernatural 10.1%, Horror 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror point-and-click game that excels at building tension and delivering a dark, mysterious plot.

The Rewinder is an adventure puzzle game based on Chinese mythology. You play as Yun, the last known Rewinder, who can communicate with spirits and explore other people's memories to alter the past.

Why similar: Thriller 16.3%, Point & Click 15.7%, Mystery 15.6%, Supernatural 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural mystery game that uses a unique time-manipulation mechanic to solve puzzles and uncover secrets.

A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation.

Why similar: Investigation 24.1%, Mystery 18.8%, Point & Click 18%, 1990's 13.3%, Noir 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, investigative puzzle game that requires players to untangle a complex web of conspiracy.

When a brilliant particle physicist dies unexpectedly, the race is on to secure his terrible new technology before it falls into the wrong hands. The lives of four playable characters become entangled as they fight against the clock to find the dead scientist’s secret vault.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.1%, Sci-fi 18.7%, Adventure 10.1%, Mystery 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi thriller featuring a unique short-term memory mechanic that adds depth to its investigative puzzles.

Mothmen 1966 is a 'Pixel Pulp' - a visual novel fusing exceptional writing and stunning illustration, inspired by mid-20th century pulp fiction and 80s home computer graphics - set amongst the strange occurrences of the Leonid meteor shower of 1966.

Why similar: Noir 19.6%, Thriller 14.4%, Supernatural 13.4%, Conspiracy 11.7% ★, Mystery 8%

Why You'll Like It: A pulp-inspired interactive fiction game that perfectly captures the retro, mysterious vibe of 1960s thrillers.

A post-apocalyptic adventure game from the publisher that brought you Primordia, Gemini Rue and Technobabylon! A young woman stricken with a deadly plague searches for a cure in a hostile world.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.5%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Mystery 12.7%, Story Rich 9.1%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Set in a dystopian future, this game offers a compelling, story-driven mystery with classic point-and-click mechanics.

Murder. Nothin’ nice about it. In this old school detective adventure, step into the boots of whip-smart Inspector Waffles and travel the city to track hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects, and unravel a dangerous mystery. But be warned: curiosity killed the cat...

Why similar: Noir 28.9%, Investigation 15.2%, Point & Click 13%, Thriller 12.7%, Mystery 9%

Why You'll Like It: A noir detective story with a unique aesthetic that captures the essence of classic crime-solving adventures.

Sunday Gold is a point-and-click, turn-based adventure game set in grim, dystopian future. Play as a ragtag trio of criminals to hunt down and expose the dark secrets of an evil mega-corporation and the malevolent billionaire behind it.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.4%, Investigation 33.7%, Story Rich 18.5%, Adventure 7.3%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, gritty thriller that combines point-and-click exploration with intense investigative sequences.

A thrilling Western adventure in the alternate 19th century world of Lamplight City! Embark on a harrowing journey across the frontier with Harley Leger and her ragtag posse, encountering bandits, rebels, visionaries, eccentrics, and many more friends and foes on your quest for fame and riches.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.2%, Mystery 22.6%, Story Rich 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, character-focused point-and-click adventure that captures the slow-burn mystery feel of a pulp thriller.

Welcome to a world of intrigue and suspicion. Where humans and robots contend with escalating tensions and mutual distrust. And where gangster felines scheme their way to the top of the food chain. Welcome to the Tales of the Neon Sea!

Why similar: Investigation 23.9%, Noir 23.7%, Point & Click 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Story Rich 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning cyberpunk detective game that focuses on solving mysteries in a sprawling, futuristic city.

Dry Drowning is a psychological investigative visual novel set in a futuristic dystopian city. Follow the story of Mordred Foley, unscrupulous private detective haunted by his dark past, and look into a series of macabre serial killings inspired by Greek mythology.

Why similar: Noir 25.2%, Investigation 19.7%, Thriller 18.3%, Mystery 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A futuristic mystery game that blends visual novel elements with investigative gameplay and branching paths.

You wake in a surreal carnival, where a woman cries out to you before leaping to her death. Can either of you be saved? The denizens and devices of Strangeland answer with riddles, puzzles, and warnings of a Dark Thing lurking at the park’s peak. A new adventure from the creators of Primordia.

Why similar: Point & Click 35.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Story Rich 14.9%, Horror 14%, Adventure 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, horror-tinged point-and-click game that challenges the player with cryptic, atmospheric puzzles.

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 41%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, 1990's 11.9%, Adventure 8.3%, Mystery 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click mystery that pays homage to the genre while delivering a quirky and engaging story.

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: Noir 15.1%, Investigation 14.5%, Point & Click 10.1%, Conspiracy 10% ★, Thriller 9.6%

Survive through four days at the end of the world in this post-apocalyptic point-and-click thriller where your choices could keep you alive... or not.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.6%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Mystery 10.2%, Story Rich 10%, Thriller 10%

Why You'll Like It: A horror-themed point-and-click game that features a time-loop mechanic similar to the premise of The Drifter.

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 34.1%, Noir 17.7%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Story Rich 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic sci-fi adventure that features a strong narrative and a distinct, moody aesthetic.

You control a combat robot. Your task is to go through the maze, destroy all the enemy robots and get to the finish line. The passages to the other rooms of the maze are littered with stones. You need to use bombs to free the passages.

Why similar: Adventure 62.5%, Atmospheric 37.5%

Why You'll Like It: A horror-mystery game that uses minimalist pixel art to create a deeply unsettling and atmospheric experience.

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Investigation 25.2%, Mystery 14.8%, Supernatural 12%, Story Rich 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A focused investigation game that emphasizes gathering clues and interviewing suspects to solve a central mystery.

Investigate a broken mind to unravel a twisted case. Deduce the truth. Restore lost memories. Listen to private conversations. Draw your own conclusions. Mind Diver is a murder mystery, where the victim is love.

Why similar: Noir 22.7%, Investigation 19.5%, Thriller 18.2%, Mystery 11.7%, Sci-fi 8.3%

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 28%, Conspiracy 18.6% ★, Sci-fi 15.7%, Story Rich 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A seminal sci-fi point-and-click adventure that remains a gold standard for narrative-driven mystery games.

The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective mystery, set in 1897 Ireland, where you investigate the disappearance of Evelyn Deane in a remote hotel full of secrets and other-worldly occurrences.

Why similar: Noir 23.4%, Supernatural 19.9%, Investigation 18.2%, Mystery 11.1%, Horror 6.9%

In this paranormal point-and-click adventure, a traveling salesman races to stop a string of horrific deaths in a quiet seaside town—before he’s next.

Why similar: Point & Click 35.9%, Horror 14.7%, Story Rich 12.9%, Adventure 10.7%, Mystery 7.7%

In this classic point-and-click adventure anthology by award-winning indie developer Scriptwelder, you'll protect an unsuspecting hamlet from yourself, try to prepare for an incoming undead horde, and search a seemingly empty spaceship for answers to a gruesome mystery.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.9%, Thriller 17.8%, Horror 12.2%, Mystery 11.4%, Sci-fi 9.5%

A murdered priest. A secret list. Hunt Nazi fugitives across the globe in this gritty 1971 detective thriller. Analyze evidence, follow leads, and make sharp deductions before the trail goes cold. From the creators of Family, Rivals, Conspiracy, Echo Beach and Riley & Rochelle.

Why similar: Investigation 26.7%, Noir 18.9%, Conspiracy 14.1% ★, Mystery 13.9%, Thriller 6.9%

The Corruption Within is a psychological thriller first-person point & click adventure game set in the Victorian era, with an emphasis on strong narrative, intriguing characters and puzzle-solving.

Why similar: Thriller 18.8%, Investigation 17.9%, Point & Click 17.4%, Mystery 11.8%, Story Rich 7.9%

A private investigator, tracking a missing person, uncovers a conspiracy between humans and androids and a secret that could change everything. Neon Hearts City is a retro point-and-click adventure that thrusts you into a grungy cyberpunk city of the future.

Why similar: Investigation 24.5%, Point & Click 20.6%, 1990's 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Mystery 8.6%

A series of murders is shocking Hollywood! Use your detective skills: search the crime scene, find clues, solve the mystery. Who is pulling the strings behind these Confidential Killings?

Why similar: Conspiracy 20.8% ★, Noir 20.7%, Investigation 19.9%, Point & Click 14.1%, Mystery 11.1%

A neo-noir point&click thriller about a delivery service for illegal goods. Play as a Courier who—after hours—has to solve the mystery of his friend's disappearance. Visit various locations, collect clues, navigate branching dialogue options, and hurry as time is not on your side.

Why similar: Noir 22.4%, Investigation 16.3%, Thriller 14.8%, Modern 12.7%, Point & Click 10%

The Award-winning detective saga returns in this standalone sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol. Uncover the truth behind 20 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not.

Why similar: Investigation 28.5%, Conspiracy 22.8% ★, Mystery 16.9%, Point & Click 7.9%, Dark 6%

Set during a pandemic lockdown in France, The World After is a FMV adventure game experience that tells the story of a man who tries to uncover the truth behind his strange nightmares and the mystery of the village he's living in.

Why similar: Time Manipulation 26.6% ★, Investigation 20.1%, Point & Click 18.1%, Mystery 12.9%, Sci-fi 10.4%

Metaphobia is an investigative mystery game in the style of classic 1990’s point-and-click adventures. Take control of Richard Elmstat in his journey to solve his father's murder.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.4%, Investigation 24%, Noir 21.6%, Mystery 17%, Adventure 5.8%

Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.

Why similar: Investigation 33.3%, Mystery 24.5%, Story Rich 14.1%, Conspiracy 11% ★, Atmospheric 7.9%

A young man is interviewed by the police only to turn up dead a week later. 3 years have passed, a special agent from Santa Fe navigates the police database in order to solve the mystery.

Why similar: Noir 19.8%, Investigation 15.6%, Thriller 14.8%, Conspiracy 14.5% ★, Mystery 13.3%

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: Investigation 21.5%, Point & Click 18.4%, 1990's 16%, Mystery 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%

You are a journalist in search of your breakthrough story. A promising lead takes you to the abandoned island of Mythargia where you have to discover its buried history connecting two different dimensions.

Why similar: Noir 25.9%, Investigation 21.4%, Thriller 8.5%, Supernatural 8.5%, Mystery 8.1%

Vlad Circus: Curse of Asmodeus drags you into a sordid world of mirrors and shadows where the demon lurks. Dare to take on this macabre pixel-art graphic adventure of horror and madness. Solve puzzles and explore two parallel timelines.

Why similar: Point & Click 24.8%, Thriller 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Horror 14.1%, Story Rich 10.3%

Abscission is a Lovecraftian, story-driven horror point-and-click investigation game. It involves searching crime scenes for evidence, combining clues and questioning suspects. Puzzles can have multiple solutions as you guide the protagonist - Detective Will Stanhope - through the story.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.9%, Investigation 18.7%, Horror 14.8%, Mystery 9.8%, Story Rich 9.3%

Last Report is a dark horror game where you play as a night shift park ranger. While monitoring the camera footage, you start noticing strange events. Uncover the terrifying secret of the National Park. Something moved in the window, but don’t worry it’s probably just another deer, right?

Why similar: Point & Click 17.4%, Horror 15.9%, Supernatural 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Mystery 11.3%

Black Mirror is a dark adventure game that details the aftermath of the tragic death of William Gordon. Playing as his grandson Samuel players must unveil the truth behind the events of that fateful, stormy night.

Why similar: Point & Click 33%, Mystery 20.7%, Horror 9.7%, Story Rich 7%, Dark 6.6%

Welcome to the FDI. As our newest Operator, your role is to use your detective skills to assist our field agents and investigate mysterious crimes. Use cutting-edge FDI software to dig for clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth.

Why similar: Investigation 24.8%, Thriller 20.4%, Conspiracy 20.1% ★, Mystery 12.4%, Point & Click 12.1%

Lose yourself in the dystopian world of New York, 2329; immortality comes at a price that someone has to pay. In this interactive noir story, lead the investigation using advanced technology, as Detective James Karra who risks it all in pursuit of a serial killer targeting the city’s elite.

Why similar: Noir 26%, Time Manipulation 24.9% ★, Thriller 19.9%, Investigation 18.3%, Story Rich 7.1%

The Sexy Brutale — a never-ending masked ball featuring intrigue, murder and the (quite possibly) occult! Relive the same mysterious day where the guests at the casino mansion are being murdered by the staff over and over again...

Why similar: Time Manipulation 50.1% ★, Mystery 23.4%, Story Rich 10%, Point & Click 5.8%, Adventure 5.1%

A thrilling point-and-click adventure game where you play as Di Renjie, ancient China's most famous and gifted investigator, as he tracks a serial killer in the heart of the Tang Dynasty's capital city.

Why similar: Investigation 23.2%, Point & Click 20%, Thriller 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Mystery 9.7%

A point'n'Click adventure game. Resolve mysteries and fight the Great Evil.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.4%, Adventure 23%, Horror 11.2%, Story Rich 10.8%, Dark 6.6%

Insight is a single-player horror story game shrouded in mystery. You'll take control of different characters to solve crimes and unveil the dark secrets behind them.

Why similar: Thriller 36.2%, Horror 15%, Story Rich 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Sci-fi 11%

Ashwood Creek, 1985. A child disappears without a trace. A local policeman is drawn into a national park, seeking the truth. Mysterious radio signals beckon him further and further. Investigate, survive and face the unknown in Radiolight— an '80s thriller by solo dev Krystof Knesl.

Why similar: Noir 23.5%, Investigation 20.5%, Thriller 20.3%, Conspiracy 11.8% ★, Mystery 10.8%

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Conspiracy 22.6% ★, Mystery 17.8%, Story Rich 13.2%, Atmospheric 7.4%

If On A Winter's Night, Four Travelers is a narrative-driven point-and-click adventure with horror elements that explores the stories of four characters in a masked ball taking place aboard a train in the late 1920s.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.8%, Supernatural 17.2%, Mystery 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Story Rich 10.3%