Games Like The Journey Down: Chapter Two

The Journey Down is a point-and-click series with an Afro-Caribbean twist. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, mystery and grave danger - but also a journey of warmth, friendship and love.

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 essential starting point that establishes the unique Afro-Caribbean art style and narrative world.

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 37.9%, Great Soundtrack 24.6%, Adventure 19.3%, Comedy 11.7%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This conclusion to the saga is mandatory for anyone who enjoyed the atmosphere and character development of the second chapter.

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 43%, Detective 17.4%, Point & Click 13.9%, 2.5D 8%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same tropical, noir-inspired detective vibe and colorful, hand-drawn aesthetic as the seed game.

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 32.4%, Detective 22%, Point & Click 15%, Crime 10.9%, Atmospheric 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly engaging detective mystery experience with high-quality voice acting and clever point-and-click investigation 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: Noir 44.2%, Point & Click 19%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Adventure 6.9%, Comedy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that shares the surreal, stylized world-building and dark humor found in the seed game.

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 34.8%, Detective 14.2%, Crime 10.7%, Point & Click 9.9%, Dark Humor 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the gritty noir detective genre while utilizing a highly stylized and memorable visual presentation.

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: Detective 33%, Point & Click 25.8%, Dark Humor 11.8%, Comedy 9.4%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at blending supernatural mystery with lighthearted comedy and classic point-and-click gameplay.

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 26.2%, Detective 21.1%, Atmospheric 18%, Dark Humor 16.3%, Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully hand-drawn adventure that balances a compelling mystery with a strong sense of atmospheric exploration.

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 50.2%, Detective 19.2%, Point & Click 16.2%, Comedy 7.2%, Adventure 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous and stylish noir adventure that leans into the detective tropes with a unique, cat-focused perspective.

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: Detective 16.7%, Surreal 16.7%, Dark Comedy 13.6%, Dark Humor 11.8%, Crime 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a distinct cultural and musical influence that mirrors the Afro-Caribbean vibe of the seed game.

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Noir 38.8%, Detective 16.8%, Point & Click 13.5%, Crime 13%, Comedy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the slapstick comedy and classic puzzle-solving structure that makes point-and-click adventures so enjoyable.

It’s the 1920s and the world’s foremost detective is about to embark on his most challenging case yet. Thankfully, in this world that’s not quite like our own, there’s nobody better to crack the case than the great detective and gentleman giraffe, Lord Winklebottom.

Why similar: Detective 21.1%, Point & Click 17.5%, Crime 15.8%, Surreal 12.5%, Dark Comedy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a quirky, surreal detective premise with traditional point-and-click investigation in a charmingly British setting.

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 57.4%, Point & Click 20.4%, Detective 12.4%, Adventure 7.2%, Indie 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a dedicated noir detective experience with a focus on investigation and atmospheric storytelling.

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 44.8%, Comedy 17%, Adventure 16.3%, Dark Humor 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its vibrant art and absurd humor, this game is a staple for fans of the classic point-and-click puzzle style.

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 96.5%, Noir 1.3%, Detective 1.1%, Adventure 0.5%, Atmospheric 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a grounded but atmospheric detective story with the classic point-and-click mechanics that fans of the genre love.

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 50%, Point & Click 21.4%, Detective 10.3%, Adventure 6.3%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, atmospheric noir adventure that excels at world-building and complex, character-focused storytelling.

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: Noir 32%, Detective 21.8%, Point & Click 20.7%, Adventure 8.7%, Atmospheric 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling sci-fi noir detective story that focuses on character-driven puzzles and meaningful narrative choices.

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 42%, Detective 16%, Dark Humor 10.5%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Crime 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a dark, moody detective mystery set in a gritty version of Victorian London.

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 41.6%, Detective 25.3%, Adventure 19.8%, Comedy 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, noir-inspired detective game that uses a unique hand-drawn art style to tell a humorous mystery.

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 62%, Adventure 19.5%, Atmospheric 7.6%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, story-rich point-and-click adventure that blends noir themes with a complex, futuristic setting.

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

Why similar: Surreal 23.6%, Noir 21.6%, Atmospheric 13.9%, Point & Click 11.3%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the surreal and experimental nature of the seed game's world through abstract puzzle design.

'The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief' is a thrilling crime adventure in three chapters from the creators of 'The Book of Unwritten Tales'. Full of twists and turns, it immerses you in both sides of the story, combining thrill-of-the-chase whodunit with the risk and reward of a heist story. Paris, 1960.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.8%, Detective 22.7%, Noir 22.4%, Crime 14%, Adventure 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style detective mystery that focuses on a cat-and-mouse chase with a strong narrative arc.

A comedic point-and-click adventure where a hungover antique dealer must solve his own robbery in Paris, dragging himself and his friends into a wildly idiotic journey!

Why similar: Point & Click 31%, Dark Humor 21.7%, Atmospheric 17.5%, Comedy 13.7%, Adventure 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features a cynical, comedic tone and traditional point-and-click mechanics that will feel familiar to fans of the seed game.

Join the District Crime Agency in this isometric, modern noir deduction thriller. Explore crime scenes in complex dioramas, organize your evidence effectively, and blur the lines between right and wrong to present your case. Do you have what it takes to be a real detective?

Why similar: Noir 40%, Detective 19.3%, Crime 14.2%, Point & Click 11.7%, Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a modern take on the detective genre with a focus on connecting clues and building a case file.

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 51.7%, Detective 10.9%, Point & Click 10%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Dark 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game uses a striking black-and-white noir aesthetic to tell a dark, atmospheric mystery story.

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 33.4%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Surreal 13.1%, Dark 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the surreal and unsettling aspects of point-and-click adventure design.

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 35.3%, Noir 34.9%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Adventure 9.3%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, post-apocalyptic point-and-click adventure that prioritizes world-building and environmental storytelling.

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 62%, Adventure 20%, Indie 8.2%, Retro 7.9%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes mystery adventure that utilizes a unique multi-character perspective and innovative puzzle mechanics.

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.8%, Adventure 23.5%, Atmospheric 18.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, atmospheric adventure game that is widely considered a benchmark for the genre's storytelling and puzzle design.

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 46.3%, Adventure 18%, Comedy 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Dark Humor 5.5%

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 54.4%, Adventure 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Retro 5.1%, Comedy 4.6%

Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America’s 34th most haunted city. Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 9 chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.

Why similar: Detective 24.9%, Point & Click 18.9%, Dark Comedy 14.7%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Dark Humor 11.8%

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 37.5%, Adventure 13.1%, Noir 11.1%, Detective 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%

Something ancient and evil is stirring in Victorian England. Only you can stop it. Journey to the brink of madness and beyond as you set forth alone into the dark.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.8%, Great Soundtrack 28.4%, Adventure 9.6%, Retro 4.4%, Singleplayer 4.2%

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 40.6%, Point & Click 13.8%, Dark Comedy 12.7%, Adventure 8.8%, Atmospheric 8.8%

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

Why similar: Noir 35.1%, Point & Click 12.8%, Dark Comedy 11.2%, Surreal 11.1%, Dark Humor 10.3%

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: Detective 28.7%, Point & Click 27.4%, Comedy 12.1%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Adventure 8.5%

A short and surreal meta-narrative experience. Explore the gallery and find a way to push The Button...

Why similar: Dark Comedy 18.8%, Surreal 18.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Atmospheric 13.6%, Adventure 10.9%

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: Detective 32%, Point & Click 24.9%, Crime 19.9%, Comedy 8.4%, Colorful 7.6%

Immerse yourself in the shadows, where danger lurks and every step leads you further to the edge of madness. Navigate the neon-lit streets as robo-detective Philip Log and search for Jenny Montage, the automated femme fatale, in this gritty post-apocalyptic saga.

Why similar: Noir 50.7%, Detective 21.4%, Point & Click 15.8%, Adventure 6%, Atmospheric 5.3%

Can you save Silence, the grim, but also serene world between life and death? Can you help Noah find his little sister Renie in this suffering world? Can you bring her home? Explore Silence and join the siblings on their adventurous journey.

Why similar: Point & Click 54.3%, Adventure 25.9%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

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 35.1%, Noir 19.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.9%, Adventure 12.4%, Detective 8.4%

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 44.7%, Dark Humor 20.1%, Adventure 13.1%, Comedy 9%, Great Soundtrack 5%

Enter Ravenwood Park and discover the secrets hidden in the mists…

Why similar: Point & Click 43.7%, Detective 18.1%, Adventure 15.4%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%

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 45%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Atmospheric 12.9%, Adventure 12.5%, Comedy 7.4%

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

Why similar: Noir 65.3%, Point & Click 16.3%, Dark Comedy 16%, Adventure 2.3%

Let one of the most thrilling adventures of your life begin!

Why similar: Point & Click 41.7%, Detective 27.5%, Adventure 14.9%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

A wild tale of conspiracy, loss, friendship, and... chickens?! Two rooster detectives are about to venture into the insect underworld to uncover a worldwide conspiracy, while also battling their inherent demons in this animal noir adventure satire.

Why similar: Noir 35.1%, Detective 14.5%, Crime 11.3%, Point & Click 11.3%, Surreal 10.8%

Uncover high drama in this whodunnit set in a small-town community theater. Gather clues by investigating the sets, casts and backstage crews of 10 theatrical productions, and piece together the story of each deadly crime.

Why similar: Noir 45.7%, Point & Click 16.9%, Detective 16.7%, Crime 12.7%, Dark 4.7%

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 24.4%, Dark Humor 20.8%, Dark Comedy 19.8%, Surreal 16.6%, Atmospheric 10.9%

LumineNight is a story-driven detective adventure. Play as Detective Foster and his daughter to solve a series of murders spanning a decade. Interrogate suspects, infiltrate locations, solve puzzles, and gather evidence from crime scenes. Uncover the dark truth behind these killings.

Why similar: Noir 37.9%, Detective 22.5%, Atmospheric 12%, Point & Click 12%, 2.5D 5.6%

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 31.1%, Detective 30.3%, Dark Humor 12.3%, Adventure 10.3%, Comedy 9.7%

Relive the original MacVenture Series version of Déjà Vu! Play through the Mac and Apple IIGS versions and discover a classic detective mystery adventure.

Why similar: Noir 42%, Detective 18%, Point & Click 14.5%, Crime 11.5%, Adventure 10%

When the fate of a world hangs in the balance, an unusual hero arises! The visually impressive adventure-epic The Whispered World is now available as a Special Edition for the first time. Let the Whispered World enchant you with its many animated details and fantastic characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.7%, Adventure 21.8%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Indie 7.4%

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.2%, Detective 19.2%, Adventure 16.2%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

Created with indie comic artist Graham Annable's unique narrative and visual sensibilities, delivered with the distinctive Telltale storytelling style, Puzzle Agent is sure to challenge, thrill and engage in more ways than you can shake a cryptogram at!

Why similar: Detective 32.5%, Point & Click 25.3%, Dark Humor 11.6%, Surreal 9.7%, Adventure 7.3%

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 52.5%, Detective 21.6%, Point & Click 16.9%, Adventure 5%, Retro 4%

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 56.2%, Adventure 16.5%, Comedy 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%, Retro 3.9%

The NIGHTMARE was over but this is only the beginning of Bulb Boy’s dark adventures! And this time, it all starts with an empty jam jar...

Why similar: Point & Click 24.9%, Surreal 22.6%, Dark Humor 21.4%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Adventure 8.3%

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 41.1%, Detective 18.9%, Point & Click 14.5%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Dark 4.3%