- #1 YANKAI'S TRIANGLE
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 73 reviews2016
Dev: Kenny Sun
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
YANKAI'S TRIANGLE is a love letter to TRIANGLES. A puzzling puzzle game about the beauty and joy of infinitely tapping on TRIANGLES for some reason.
Why similar: Experimental 44.3% ★, Abstract 31.4%, Puzzle 18.2%, Indie 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #2 MaryPark St.
96% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Starless Studios
Windows
MaryPark St. is a short story telling indie game, set in a black and white dream-like world. Featuring two interpretations of the same story, The Dream & The Nightmare.
Why similar: Experimental 51.3% ★, Abstract 21.6%, Surreal 13.6%, Cartoony 10.6%, Indie 2.1%
- #3 Understand
95% matchVery Positive91% of 802 reviews2020
Dev: Artless Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Understand is an experimental puzzle game about guessing rules. In each level, you have to figure out the rules through trial and error, then draw a line satisfying all rules.
Why similar: Experimental 49.5% ★, Abstract 35%, Puzzle 13.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%, Indie 0.7%
- #4 ISLANDS: Non-Places
94% matchVery Positive83% of 365 reviews2016
Dev: Carl BurtonPub: Carlburton Llc
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 22%
The familiar becomes magical in this critically acclaimed interactive artscape. Explore ten scenes inspired by the everyday and let your expectations of reality be transformed. Carl Burton's other work has been featured in the New York Times, Serial, Colossal, and Medium.
Why similar: Experimental 49.7% ★, Abstract 27.8%, Surreal 17.6%, Indie 4.9%
- #5 Forever Someday
94% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Joarez C. Santini
Windows
Forever Someday is a short narrative experience about dealing with depression and the end of a relationship, with a surreal and dream-like aesthetic.
Why similar: Experimental 46.7% ★, Abstract 26.1%, Surreal 17.9%, Puzzle 7.5%, Indie 1%
- #6 Retention: A Love Story
93% matchMixed53% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Gavin LookerPub: 207 Studios
Windows
A short puzzle game with a big story to tell. Dive in to reveal the mysteries of Amy's past.
Why similar: Experimental 50.7% ★, Abstract 26%, Puzzle 17.1%, 3D 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #7 Lumiland
92% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: miyehn
Windows · Mac
A sokoban-like 3D puzzle game in a colorful, stylized world of light and shadow.
Why similar: Experimental 63.7% ★, Puzzle 20.2%, Cartoony 8.3%, 3D 5.7%, Indie 1.4%
- #8 Fake Illusions
91% matchPositive96% of 27 reviews2020
Dev: Auroriax
Windows · Linux
Uncover cheating optical illusions, with your brain and eyes deceiving you at every opportunity... Experience these popular eyetwisters interactively like you've never seen before! This minimalist, but surreal game will make you question all senses you have.
Why similar: Experimental 47.9% ★, Abstract 25.7%, Puzzle 13.7%, Surreal 11.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #9 Destiny Island
91% matchMixed59% of 44 reviews2021
Dev: Empty Essence
Windows
Destiny Island is a very short computer game. You play a man who visits his memories. You can walk and talk to mannequins about 7 sins. Associate essence with anything comes to your mind.
Why similar: Experimental 62.2% ★, Abstract 20.8%, Surreal 14.9%, Indie 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #10 14 Minesweeper Variants
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,535 reviews2022
Dev: Alith GamesPub: Artless Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Minesweeper but the rules are changing.
Why similar: Experimental 51.2% ★, Abstract 27.4%, Puzzle 19%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #11 Lightbox
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D5R Games
Windows · Mac
A casual puzzle game about manipulating and playing with light.
Why similar: Experimental 71.8% ★, Puzzle 16.5%, Family Friendly 8.8%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #12 StarDrone: Sling Star (with VR mode)
89% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Fortell Games
Windows
StarDrone: Sling Star is the Hyper-Kinetic race across the galaxy with a mix of pinball, arcade action, and breakout, now on flat screens and in Virtual Reality.
Why similar: Experimental 42.7% ★, Abstract 24.1%, Puzzle 12.7%, Cartoony 11.5%, 3D 6.6%
- #13 B.D.K
89% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: EDO
Windows
B.D.K is a short experimental first person horror game that mainly relies on atmosphere and sounds to create a creepy experience.
Why similar: Experimental 60.4% ★, Abstract 28.1%, 3D 6%, Indie 3.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #14 Life Tastes Like Cardboard
87% matchVery Positive95% of 322 reviews2019
Dev: Demensa
Windows
A game about boredom and self-pity. It's about myself mostly. You walk around and press the 'interact' button. Sorry for making this.
Why similar: Experimental 51.7% ★, Abstract 27%, Surreal 17.9%, Indie 3.4%
- #15 Ramiwo
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Bil Deerbuch
Windows
The trippy and wondrous exploration-walking simulator. Arty, surreal, different. Grant your brain some sweetmeat.
Why similar: Experimental 71.5% ★, Puzzle 19.5%, Indie 9%
- #16 Spirit Messages
86% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin WacknovPub: Mind Body Aware Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Type your question for the Spirit World to answer, then click the start button. Whatever the letters, numbers, and shapes remind you of, is the answer.
Why similar: Experimental 71% ★, Choices Matter 11.4%, Puzzle 10.7%, 3D 5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #17 🔴 Circles
85% matchVery Positive90% of 262 reviews2017
Dev: Jeroen Wimmers
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Circles is an abstract puzzle game that takes your mind off things. No words, no distractions: an invitation to experiment. Relax, let your mind wander and discover the puzzling possibilities of circles.
Why similar: Experimental 56.4% ★, Abstract 29.9%, Puzzle 13%, Indie 0.8%
- #18 Relax Simulator
84% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Flying. Stone. Production
Windows
Just stop and relax. Forget about all the fuss and feel the magic of music in this game. Four different modes.
Why similar: Experimental 43.4% ★, Abstract 27%, Surreal 12.2%, Puzzle 10%, 3D 6.7%
- #19 Pongspin
82% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Dotekicept
Windows
Use quick reflexes to defend the core in this addictive, orbital reinvention of Pong! Get power-ups, stay focused, and deflect your way to victory! NOTE: GAME IS BEST PLAYED WHILE INGESTING LIGHT BULBS.
Why similar: Experimental 54.4% ★, Abstract 26.3%, Surreal 16.9%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #20 Triennale Game Collection
84% matchVery Positive81% of 111 reviews2016
Dev: Mario von RickenbachPub: Santa Ragione
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
The Triennale Game Collection is a free virtual exhibition of video games created for the 21st International Exhibition of Triennale Milano by five of the world’s most renowned independent game designers, showcasing these artists’ experimental approach to interactivity.
Why similar: Experimental 93.7% ★, Indie 6.3%
- #21 Anti-Jump-Man
82% matchPositive80% of 43 reviews2021
Dev: Pi0h1
Windows
Featuring the ground-breaking Bridge Gun™!
Why similar: Experimental 45.1% ★, Abstract 26.4%, Cartoony 12.7%, Puzzle 9.4%, Surreal 6.4%
- #22 The 22nd is Serda. f0a178
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valdram
Windows
Age of spiritual inequality concentrated in one yard. Because today the environment around us is diversified with guests and mirror reflections, a walk can be helpful. 9490.
Why similar: Experimental 63.6% ★, Puzzle 15.8%, Surreal 10.8%, 3D 6.9%, Indie 2%
- #23 Moncage
79% matchVery Positive92% of 5,496 reviews2021
Dev: OptillusionPub: XD
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Moncage is a unique puzzle adventure game where you explore a fascinating world trapped inside a mysterious cube. With each face displaying a unique scene, you’ll have to leverage the illusions and discover the hidden links to solve the puzzle.
Why similar: Experimental 33.9% ★, Puzzle 22.2%, Abstract 21.3%, Surreal 12.5%, 3D 4.7%
- #24 Triversal
81% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: Phantom Compass
Windows
Unwind with Triversal: An award-winning casual spatial puzzle game that mixes chill with challenge.
Why similar: Experimental 43.8% ★, Abstract 25.1%, Surreal 15.4%, Puzzle 13%, Indie 1.4%
- #25 10mg :)
80% matchVery Positive98% of 88 reviews2020
Dev: torcadoPub: 10mg
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play a series of tiny games based on well-known classics, each with a unique twist and connected to each other. Race cars, hit golf balls, uncover mines, and more in this experimental action/puzzle game.
Why similar: Experimental 79% ★, Puzzle 18.5%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 1%
- #26 THE GAP
78% matchMixed64% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: Bonko Games
Windows
An abstract interactive experience about a Gap
Why similar: Experimental 53.8% ★, Abstract 37.9%, Puzzle 4.9%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #27 Girabox
79% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2020
Dev: Conradical Games
Windows · Mac
A minimalist puzzle game in which you rotate the world instead of controlling the player. Play through the many level packs and compare your score to others in the leaderboards.
Why similar: Experimental 68.4% ★, Abstract 18.9%, Puzzle 9.5%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #28 One Line
78% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2021
Dev: Climbing Goat Games
Windows
One Line is a minimalist puzzle game where the objective is to draw a single line filling the entire board. Different mechanics will challenge your mind in this game that is easy to learn but hard to solve. Can you find the correct path?
Why similar: Experimental 48.4% ★, Abstract 30.6%, Puzzle 14.6%, Family Friendly 4.9%, Indie 0.9%
- #29 CUCCCHI
77% matchVery Positive95% of 122 reviews2021
Dev: Julián Palacios GechtmanPub: Fantastico Studio
Windows · Mac
CUCCCHI is a game where you explore beautiful dioramas and go through dangerous and trippy labyrinths, in a journey inside the paintings of Enzo Cucchi.
Why similar: Experimental 44% ★, Abstract 27.3%, Surreal 15.1%, Cartoony 5.9%, 3D 5.1%
- #30 Textreme 2
77% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Ash K
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fully functional text editor topped with lots of juicy animations and effects that exaggerate your every action.
Why similar: Experimental 50% ★, Abstract 27.1%, Cartoony 13.3%, Family Friendly 7.4%, Indie 1.4%
- #31 Disillusion
73% matchVery Positive94% of 907 reviews2021
Dev: Disillusion Dev
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A mysterious muse calls upon you to investigate a Large tower in an oneiric land.
Why similar: Experimental 54.8% ★, Abstract 27.7%, Surreal 8.7%, 3D 5.8%, Indie 2.1%
- #32 World Annihilation Operations Parts I-IV
75% matchMixed65% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Jesse Aidyn
Windows
Explore this set of 4 distinct short experimental games and experience impossible worlds filled with audiovisual and narrative contradictions.
Why similar: Experimental 54.2% ★, Abstract 22.7%, Surreal 14.1%, 3D 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #33 100 hidden eternals
74% matchVery Positive93% of 660 reviews2020
Dev: Anatoliy Loginovskikh
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Hidden object game in a surreal style. Black and white hand-drawn style. Animated puzzles. Mind blown.
Why similar: Experimental 44.8% ★, Abstract 20%, Puzzle 13.8%, Surreal 12%, Family Friendly 9.4%
- #34 reYal
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 24 reviews2019
Dev: xrrawva
Windows
Play as you playing as you.
Why similar: Experimental 48.4% ★, Abstract 22.7%, Surreal 15%, Puzzle 12.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #35 Manifold Garden
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,118 reviews2020
Dev: William Chyr Studio
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Rediscover gravity and explore an Escher-esque world of impossible architecture. Witness infinity in first-person and master its rules to solve physics-defying puzzles. Cultivate a garden to open new paths forward, where an eternal expanse awaits.
Why similar: Experimental 38.4% ★, Abstract 28.2%, Surreal 16.1%, Puzzle 14.8%, Indie 1.5%
- #36 Escape Knox Manor
76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: JTA Games
Windows
Escape rooms are fun! But Escape Knox Manor asks the question what if you were actually kidnapped? And what if you had to escape a mansion? Find out now!
Why similar: Experimental 76.6% ★, Puzzle 17%, 3D 4%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #37 One Line Coloring
74% matchVery Positive92% of 53 reviews2020
Dev: MythicOwl
Windows
A vibrant world of colorful shapes awaits! Connect the dots to uncover charming objects in this colorful take on a classic paper puzzle game. Complete lively dioramas and relax yourself in the pastel world of One Line Coloring.
Why similar: Experimental 29.8% ★, Abstract 29.4%, Puzzle 17.8%, Family Friendly 12.9%, 3D 8.6%
- #38 Corona Frustration Elimination
75% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: VIS-GamesPub: SilentFuture
Windows
Corona plunged the world into chaos in 2020. That sparked anger and frustration. Here you can let your frustration run free and Corona really express your opinion!
Why similar: Experimental 64.7% ★, Abstract 32.9%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #39 Testimonium
70% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Andrii SotnykPub: NECRONOMISOFT
Windows
Testimonium is a bite-sized, experimental analog horror game designed to push your psychological limits. PLAY THE TAPE.
Why similar: Experimental 49.1% ★, Abstract 18.9%, Surreal 12%, Puzzle 11.6%, 3D 6.3%
- #40 Mummy Sandbox
71% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2021
Dev: Z. Bill
Windows
Mummy Sandbox is a first person digging simulator meets point & click adventure. Traverse forgotten sandboxes and dig up corpses to learn their secrets!
Why similar: Experimental 74.5% ★, Puzzle 22.1%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #41 Atopes
69% matchVery Positive94% of 656 reviews2021
Dev: Sato Fumiya
Windows
Your future is vaster than the cosmos.
Why similar: Experimental 75.1% ★, Surreal 21.2%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #42 Intraquartz
70% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: ilzard
Windows
INTRAQUARTZ is a multidimensional experimental maze puzzler where you control a microscopic mining rover inside extraterrestrial crystals.
Why similar: Experimental 46.8% ★, Abstract 27.4%, Puzzle 13.3%, Surreal 10.7%, Indie 1%
- #43 Glitchphobia
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Apply Damage
Windows
Immerse yourself into unstable reality. In order to get out you must exploit glitch in a world around you. You can be sure of one thing, any rules you known no longer exist!! Do you have a courage to dip in it?
Why similar: Experimental 50.9% ★, Abstract 22.4%, Surreal 10.2%, Puzzle 10%, Choices Matter 5.4%
- #44 Memoir En Code: Reissue
72% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2016
Dev: Kalopsia GamesPub: N/A
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Memoir En Code: Reissue is an autobiographical game album. Designed to be experienced similarly to a music album, this short experimental game explores different bits of the author's life as a series of interactive tracks.
Why similar: Experimental 88.8% ★, Indie 11.2%
- #45 Poly Memory: Cats
71% matchMixed45% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
Cute, relaxing, polygonal memory game with cats.
Why similar: Experimental 40.9% ★, Abstract 29.7%, Puzzle 15.7%, Family Friendly 9.8%, Indie 2.3%
- #46 The Trolley Problem Game
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: Newfa LLC
Windows
The Trolley Problem Game has over 300 different interpretations of The Trolley Problem for you to solve!
Why similar: Experimental 77.1% ★, Choices Matter 11.8%, 3D 8.2%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #47 Lynn , The Girl Drawn On Puzzles
69% matchVery Positive86% of 96 reviews2020
Dev: DOTORIS
Windows · Mac
[ Lynn ] In this Oriental Painting, there are many mazes and monsters created by the Nine-tailed Fox.Let's safely guide Lynn back home by moving the puzzle pieces drawn on top of the Oriental Painting.
Why similar: Experimental 52.2% ★, Abstract 18.5%, Puzzle 15.3%, Cartoony 11.6%, Indie 2.4%
- #48 Observer
73% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Observer Studio
Windows
Observer is a 3D hand-drawn cartoon roguelite game. You will become the legendary heroes of the forest, choose a new destiny for them, and guard this mysterious forest for them.
Why similar: Experimental 81.6% ★, Choices Matter 13.6%, Indie 3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #49 Helix Slider
68% matchVery Positive91% of 102 reviews2020
Dev: Kyle Rodgers
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast paced action avoidance game that will hopefully not make you barf. Spin around an endless twisting tube and slide your way past all the obstacles for as long as you can!
Why similar: Experimental 60.1% ★, Abstract 28.1%, 3D 9.1%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #50 Healing Movement
70% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin WacknovPub: Mind Body Aware Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Gentle stepping and posturing movements are done to help you feel calm and aware of how your body works.
Why similar: Experimental 74.6% ★, Choices Matter 13%, 3D 9.8%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #51 Trauma
71% matchMixed69% of 687 reviews2011
Dev: Krystian Majewski
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 24%
An elaborate puzzle challenge combined with an unconventional story.
Why similar: Experimental 59% ★, Abstract 26.1%, Puzzle 9.4%, Indie 5.5%
- #52 Hadr
68% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2020
Dev: Dominik KonečnýPub: Ateliér Duchů
Windows
Hadr is a short atmospheric game where you control a piece of flying fabric. Every single thing you can cover with your cloth, will disappear. Items, puzzles and story, they all have their place in Hadr. Are real things disappearing or just memories?
Why similar: Experimental 45.9% ★, Abstract 22.8%, Surreal 12.9%, Puzzle 12.3%, 3D 5.2%
- #53 HARUKOHARU
65% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: UNCHIFIREFLY
Windows
HARUKOHARU is a puzzle adventure game.But you don’t have to solve the puzzles.
Why similar: Experimental 53% ★, Puzzle 20.6%, Abstract 11.4%, 3D 10.6%, Indie 2.9%
- #54 Death Drives A Bus
67% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Tallbeard Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are Death, the Grim Reaper, the dark collector of lost souls. Unfortunately, your horse has fallen ill so you need to drive a bus instead.
Why similar: Experimental 46.6% ★, Abstract 21.8%, Puzzle 16.2%, Cartoony 10.9%, Family Friendly 4.6%
- #55 Recursive Ruin
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 310 reviews2022
Dev: Bit RotPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A story rich narrative puzzle game in which an artist comes to terms with their grief. Explore an infinitely recursive world of strange fractal beauty and solve mind-bending puzzles. Confront the ineffable and chat with your cat in a search for meaning and hope.
Why similar: Experimental 36.6% ★, Abstract 25.1%, Puzzle 16%, Surreal 14.8%, 3D 6.3%
- #56 The Tool
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2020
Dev: Mikhail MaksimovPub: Garage Digital
Windows · Mac
Relaxing casual puzzle game. Create your own combinations of physical world objects, watch and run physical simulations, create new messages and share your creations with other players. Receive packages from the cloud and unpack it.
Why similar: Experimental 65.9% ★, Puzzle 17.2%, Surreal 8.4%, 3D 6.1%, Indie 1.4%
- #57 The Franz Kafka Videogame
69% matchMixed65% of 877 reviews2017
Dev: Denis Galanin (mif2000)Pub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An original puzzle/adventure game inspired by the writings of Franz Kafka.
Why similar: Experimental 54.6% ★, Surreal 24.6%, Puzzle 11.7%, Cartoony 5.4%, Indie 2.9%
- #58 ADONIS
66% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: Lorenzo Entertainment
Windows
Adonis is a stylized, open world action game that focuses on third person combat & platforming!
Why similar: Experimental 64.5% ★, Abstract 26.6%, 3D 5.7%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 1%