Games Like The Journey Down: Chapter One

Chapter Two of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Noir 39.8%, Point & Click 12.5%, Atmospheric 9%, Surreal 7%, Dark Comedy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct continuation of the narrative, maintaining the same Afro-Caribbean flair and point-and-click mechanics.

The final chapter of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 52.4%, Adventure 24.4%, Comedy 16.4%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: The final installment of the trilogy, offering the conclusion to the mystery with the same signature art style and jazz-inspired atmosphere.

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: Noir 44.5%, Point & Click 22.7%, 2.5D 10%, Comedy 9%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a strong thematic connection to the Afro-Caribbean aesthetic and features a compelling, hand-drawn noir mystery.

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: Noir 42.3%, Point & Click 28.7%, Comedy 10.3%, Adventure 9.6%, Atmospheric 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that masterfully blends noir storytelling with surreal, stylized character designs and witty dialogue.

Bolt Riley is a a classic 2D point and click Jamaican Reggae adventure game where you play as Bolt Riley, a poor boy from Trenchtown, Jamaica, on his pathway to stardom. Bolt is struggling to survive and has to deal with a gang of Rude Boys.

Why similar: Mouse Only 20.5% ★, Surreal 15.8%, Dark Comedy 14.1%, Dark Humor 10.4%, 2.5D 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the musical and cultural influences found in the seed game with its stylized, relaxing, and surreal adventure gameplay.

Stretch your legs, clean your whiskers, and dive into Nine Noir Lives. Enjoy a "point-and-lick" comedy-noir adventure, full of humour, crazy characters, and intriguing locations. Solve challenging puzzles and answer the immortal question: how many things need to be licked to solve a murder in this town?

Why similar: Noir 52.8%, Point & Click 26.9%, Comedy 12.1%, Adventure 4.3%, Colorful 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming point-and-click adventure that balances noir tropes with a humorous, lighthearted tone and unique character interactions.

A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.

Why similar: Noir 41.8%, Point & Click 18.7%, Dark Humor 10.2%, Dark Comedy 8.8%, Atmospheric 8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-quality noir detective experience with a distinct, stylized visual presentation that feels very similar to the seed game's atmosphere.

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Noir 43.4%, Point & Click 31.7%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Comedy 8.4%, Adventure 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features a vibrant, hand-drawn art style and a focus on investigative mystery that aligns well with the exploration elements of the seed game.

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 40%, Point & Click 22.5%, Surreal 11.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Dark 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures a deep, surreal, and atmospheric narrative experience that resonates with the more mysterious side of the seed game.

A moody tale that combines the intrigue and atmosphere of a Raymond Chandler novel or Humphrey Bogart film with classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, Face Noir follows private eye Jack Del Nero as he’s falsely accused of murdering the man who left a little girl in his protection.

Why similar: Noir 55.6%, Point & Click 31.3%, Adventure 10.1%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the classic noir detective genre, providing a grounded mystery experience for fans of the seed game's darker themes.

The Slaughter is a noir point-and-click adventure set in Victorian London, laced with adult themes and dark humour. Follow the trail of a killer through atmospheric London locations and surreal dream worlds, meeting a cast of interesting, insane and eccentrically British characters along the way.

Why similar: Noir 52.6%, Dark Humor 13.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Point & Click 9.2%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a gritty, atmospheric mystery set in a dark, stylized world that complements the noir elements of the seed game.

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 67%, Adventure 25.1%, Comedy 5.8%, Indie 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a charming, whimsical adventure with clever puzzles and a distinct, hand-drawn art style that feels very approachable.

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 82.1%, Adventure 17.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential point-and-click adventure that excels at building a global mystery with a blend of humor and serious stakes.

The Dream Machine is an award-winning point & click adventure game about exploring other people's dreams. It's built by hand using materials such as clay, cardboard and broccoli.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.8%, Surreal 23.6%, Atmospheric 12.6%, Dark 11.6%, Adventure 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique, hand-crafted visual style creates a surreal and immersive atmosphere that fans of the seed game's artistic direction will appreciate.

Detective Gallo is a point&click comic-noir adventure that is entirely hand-illustrated and hand-animated, and whose protagonist is a feathered and grumpy private eye struggling with a very tricky case, bizarre characters, and puzzles that will put his insight and patience to the test.

Why similar: Point & Click 56.7%, Adventure 24.8%, Comedy 18.5%

Why You'll Like It: A noir-inspired point-and-click adventure that uses a stylized, cartoonish aesthetic to deliver a comedic detective story.

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 41.6%, Atmospheric 17.3%, Dark Humor 17%, Adventure 12.1%, Comedy 12%

Why You'll Like It: A modern point-and-click adventure that features a strong, character-driven narrative and a polished, atmospheric world.

Bear With Me is an episodic noir adventure game. Amber is trying to find her missing brother while being aided by her trusty teddy, Ted E. Bear.

Why similar: Noir 46.9%, Point & Click 14.3%, Episodic 10.9% ★, Atmospheric 6.5%, Dark 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic noir adventure that uses a dark, stylized aesthetic to tell a compelling story through point-and-click interaction.

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 53.1%, Comedy 20.6%, Adventure 17.7%, Dark Humor 5.3%, Indie 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic point-and-click adventure that excels in its eccentric character writing and imaginative, colorful world-building.

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 45.5%, Noir 28.5%, Adventure 11%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deeply atmospheric and melancholic point-and-click experience with a unique, post-apocalyptic visual style.

An original puzzle/adventure game inspired by the writings of Franz Kafka.

Why similar: Surreal 20.2%, Noir 16.5%, Point & Click 13.6%, Dynamic Narration 12% ★, Atmospheric 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title leans into the surreal and experimental side of adventure gaming, perfect for those who enjoyed the dreamlike qualities of the seed game.

Filled with mystery, humor, and suspense, and brought to life in rich 3D-animation, AR-K is a point-and-click story game with a twist

Why similar: Point & Click 26.4%, Dark Humor 18.3%, Mouse Only 13.6% ★, 2.5D 11.8%, Dynamic Narration 10% ★

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click adventure that balances dark humor with a sci-fi mystery, offering a similar gameplay loop to the seed game.

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 98.5%, Noir 0.8%, Adventure 0.5%, Atmospheric 0.1%, Indie 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling detective story that focuses on atmosphere and narrative depth, capturing the investigative spirit of the seed game.

Yesterday is a thrilling and dark mystery from the masters of adventure, Pendulo Studios.

Why similar: Point & Click 74.6%, Adventure 25.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mystery-heavy adventure game that keeps the player engaged with its intricate plot and classic point-and-click mechanics.

From the creators of Cyanide & Happiness and I-Mockery, comes the first game in an all new point-and-click adventure trilogy filled with dark humor, drama, and all the weirdness you've grown to love and/or dread over the years!

Why similar: Point & Click 37%, Dark Comedy 29.2%, Dark Humor 10.6%, Adventure 9.6%, Comedy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a hilarious and surreal point-and-click experience that matches the comedic tone found in the seed game.

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 36.6%, Noir 35.9%, Adventure 14.2%, Atmospheric 6.9%, 2.5D 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A detective-focused point-and-click adventure that emphasizes player choice and atmospheric world-building in a noir-inspired setting.

Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.1%, Surreal 12%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Dark 10.2%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and slightly unsettling adventure that focuses on narrative exploration and unique, hand-drawn visuals.

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 69.2%, Adventure 19.9%, Indie 5.7%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a rich, atmospheric sci-fi noir experience with complex puzzles and a strong, story-driven focus.

Colin’s apartment maze has puzzles, dialogues, and some dry humor waiting for you. A surreal adventure of a special kind.

Why similar: Point & Click 28.7%, Dark Comedy 18%, Dark Humor 16.1%, Surreal 13.9%, Adventure 8.2%

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

Why similar: Point & Click 57.7%, Adventure 19.6%, Comedy 16.3%, Fantasy 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style adventure game that is packed with humor, charm, and a well-realized fantasy world.

Dropsy is a non-traditional take on the classic point and click adventure formula starring the game’s perpetually carefree namesake clown as he explores a richly detailed world full of colorful characters and sinister secrets, doling out hugs along the way.

Why similar: Point & Click 64.2%, Adventure 16.8%, Surreal 9.2%, Atmospheric 4.1%, Indie 3%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, wordless adventure game that uses its surreal and colorful art style to tell an emotional and atmospheric story.

Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Why similar: Point & Click 41.1%, Surreal 21.5%, Atmospheric 15%, Linear 10.3%, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of atmospheric point-and-click design that relies on visual storytelling and clever puzzle-solving.

Break the puzzling spell of your eccentric host! Dinner with an Owl: A short surreal point and click adventure.

Why similar: Noir 30.4%, Point & Click 17.6%, Dark Comedy 11.9%, Surreal 10.7%, Dark Humor 9.3%

Step into the hilariously twisted world of Wildwood Down, a side-splitting comedy thriller. Featuring a protagonist with Down Syndrome. (Inspired by and voice acted by the Dev's childhood friend!) Perfect for fans of the P-n-C adventure genre and new comers looking for a wild heartfelt ride!

Why similar: Point & Click 46.1%, Comedy 20.7%, Adventure 13%, Atmospheric 11%, Colorful 9.1%

A point & click adventure based on the legendary life of the greatest Tango singer, Carlos Gardel. With a strong grasp on Argentinean culture, it guides the player through a very charming story full of rich details of an early twentieth century Buenos Aires.

Why similar: Noir 28.6%, Mouse Only 16% ★, Point & Click 15.4%, Dark Comedy 11%, Adventure 9%

Deep Night Detective, the monochromatic mystery metroidvania! Created by Wilson Taylor with music by Lewmoth!

Why similar: Noir 57.3%, Point & Click 22.6%, Dark Comedy 17.2%, Adventure 3%

Guard Duty is a comedy adventure about love, loss and the end of the world. Experience an unforgettable story spanning across two radically different time periods.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.1%, Surreal 18.9%, Adventure 13%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Comedy 7.8%

Face an evil corporation™ with the help of a talking monkey in Tourist Trap, a surrealist dark comedy point and click adventure set in a South American coastal city.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.6%, Dark Comedy 24.6%, Surreal 20.3%, Dark Humor 15.3%, Linear 7.2%

The ex-priest James Murphy answers a mysterious call for help from his friend Cristoforo. The disappearance of a briefcase containing compromising documents convinces James that his friend is a victim of something sinister. The Vatican's involvement inspires James to get to the bottom of this mystery.

Why similar: Point & Click 58.2%, Adventure 23.7%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Indie 7.7%

Symploké: The Legend of Gustavo Bueno is a classic point and click adventure set in a Spanish university and inspired in one of the most influential contemporary philosophers in the world. Play Chapter 1 and take care in your first day of class!

Why similar: Episodic 36.5% ★, Point & Click 24.6%, Adventure 19.2%, Comedy 10.6%, Indie 9.1%

Discover a humouristic point and click adventure inspired by all the masterpieces which made us stick to our computers back in the day (and therefore we played outside way too infrequently). [Chapter 1 available]

Why similar: Point & Click 41.1%, Dark Comedy 19.8%, Adventure 12.5%, Atmospheric 12.4%, Colorful 8.9%

Witness The Charnel House Trilogy, the chronicle of one fateful night aboard a train bound for Augur Peak. Three thrilling, horrifying adventure games in one, from the depths of the Sepulchre, starring Madeleine Roux, Peter Willington, Jonathan Grier, Jim Sterling, and Ben Chandler as Grub.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.9%, Noir 37.2%, Adventure 15.4%, Indie 5.5%

The Wild Case is a 2D first-person point-and-click adventure. In this story-focused adventure, players meet a cast of colorful characters, experience mysterious encounters, and solve puzzles to progress through the game.

Why similar: Noir 34.6%, Point & Click 29.1%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Linear 8.2%, Realistic 6%

Join the crazy police detective Francis in his search for a kidnapped cloned beauty and go through countless escapades with him in this classic point & click adventure full of comedy.

Why similar: Point & Click 53.1%, Comedy 16.9%, Adventure 16.2%, Dark Humor 13.8%

Find your way out of a magical prison in this non-linear point'n'click adventure full of mini games and challenges. Get to meet the charismatic Whateverlanders, steal and deceive or be a good boy to discover all the different endings of Vincent's story.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.8%, Dark Humor 20.9%, Comedy 14.8%, Atmospheric 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%

Embark on a whimsically twisted adventure with Agatha, a child torn between her love for eating meat and her friendships with animals. Join her as she discovers religion and creates her own, Carnivorism, to convince animals that the sacrifice of their flesh is the secret to their eternal happiness.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.9%, Adventure 26.2%, Dark Humor 18.7%, Indie 14.1%

Based on the award-winning graphic novel series published by Dark Horse, uncover the supernatural mysteries of Lisbon's underworld in 'The Interactive Adventures of Dog Mendonça & Pizzaboy'! Take control of Pizza Boy and explore a brand new story in the Dog Mendonça universe!

Why similar: Point & Click 72%, Adventure 28%

It’s the first game of Through Abandoned series, classical point and click game. You try to find your twin-brother who disappeared in a huge and mysterious place called Abandoned.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.9%, Atmospheric 15.9%, Adventure 14.4%, Surreal 11.2%, Comedy 6.4%

Midnight Swamp is a dark point-and-click adventure where you will dive into a world of eerie fairy tales. Play as a tourist who must find a way out of a mysterious swamp, where every corner hides a riddle.

Why similar: Point & Click 31.4%, Surreal 23%, Atmospheric 12.3%, Dark 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%

A short classic point-and-click adventure with a verb-based interface and dialogue choices, where you explore a strange building, meet unsettling characters, and slowly uncover a dark, ancient secret.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.4%, Dark Humor 26.5%, Adventure 16.1%, Dark 11.1%

Poco is the story of the world's smallest clown, who is banished from the circus and finds themself in a mysterious undergrowth full of lost and broken things. Explore, meet strange creatures, solve puzzles, and help Poco return to the circus in this charming 2D/3D hybrid point-and-click adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.4%, Dark Humor 22.3%, 2.5D 22%, Colorful 10%, 3D 4.2%

The first step that you never knew you needed to take to get to wherever you're wanting to go...

Why similar: Atmospheric 50.1%, Adventure 31.4%, Fantasy 18.5%

Explore the mysterious operating system Crossʀoad OS. Adventure through its decaying programs, solve puzzles, collect items and meet strange creatures.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.9%, Colorful 16.5%, Dark 16.2%, Adventure 14%, Indie 6.5%

In the heart of Verice Bay, a brilliant idea takes shape in the hands of an eccentric inventor and an eclectic artist. Follow Margaret and Hector in a point-and-click graphic adventure that will take you to the edge of space and time to help them avert imminent danger.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.6%, Surreal 22.1%, Comedy 15.4%, Adventure 11.1%, Colorful 7.6%

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 54.7%, Dark Humor 16.2%, Adventure 14.7%, Comedy 11.2%, Indie 3.3%

The Secret of Retropolis is a VR narrative game of a new kind, a blend of classic point-and-click adventure with immersive cinematography. Embody the witty protagonist of a film noir plot. Meet unforgettable characters. Solve puzzles. Lose yourself in the retro-futuristic atmosphere.

Why similar: Noir 53.3%, Point & Click 27%, Dynamic Narration 12.4% ★, Adventure 7.3%

Join Amanda and her pal Wooly on a series of adventures as they explore and learn about our wonderful world! With several NEW play-along, laugh-along, learn-along episodes there's always fun to be had! Just make sure to do everything Amanda says or she might get angry.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.8%, Atmospheric 21.7%, Adventure 13.4%, Dark 12%, Colorful 8%

Make your way through this thrilling old school style point and click adventure game and try to solve the mysterious circumstances plaguing Bayou Island.

Why similar: Point & Click 58.9%, Adventure 15%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Comedy 9.8%, Indie 6%

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 55.4%, Comedy 19.2%, Adventure 16.1%, Dark Humor 6.7%, Indie 2.6%

Tonight you're on a rescue mission, infiltrating a nightclub that was once a coffin factory. Will you succeed? Will you fail? Or will your night take an unexpected detour? Roll the Pizza Dice and find out!

Why similar: Noir 38.7%, Point & Click 21.2%, Dynamic Narration 15.9% ★, Surreal 13.9%, Atmospheric 7.7%

The Detail, a crime noir adventure in a modern American city. This is a city where cases matter, clearance rates matter, and on a good day even justice matters.

Why similar: Point & Click 59.9%, Noir 20.8%, Adventure 19.3%