- #1 GRIS
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 96,496 reviews2018
Dev: Nomada StudioPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.
Why similar: Atmospheric 26%, Relaxing 15.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Puzzle 12.3%, Story Rich 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A stunningly beautiful and emotional puzzle-platformer that mirrors the introspective journey found in The Last Campfire.
- #2 Journey
96% matchVery Positive94% of 38,628 reviews2020
Dev: thatgamecompanyPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.
Why similar: Relaxing 26.6%, Atmospheric 24.8%, Adventure 16.5%, Family Friendly 9.5%, Story Rich 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: This iconic title shares the same atmospheric, wordless storytelling and sense of wonder that defines the seed game.
- #3 RiME
96% matchVery Positive90% of 5,194 reviews2017
Dev: Tequila WorksPub: Grey Box
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.
Why similar: Puzzle 26%, Atmospheric 14.9%, Adventure 12.3%, 3D Platformer 12.1%, Fantasy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: An emotional adventure filled with environmental puzzles and a vibrant, artistic world that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #4 Omno
95% matchVery Positive92% of 2,803 reviews2021
Dev: Studio InkyfoxPub: Future Friends Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders, created by solo developer Jonas Manke.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, 3D Platformer 14.7%, Puzzle 13.3%, Relaxing 12.6%, Cute 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A wholesome, singleplayer adventure focused on exploration and light puzzle-solving in a beautiful, stylized world.
- #5 A Short Hike
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 22,759 reviews2019
Dev: adamgryu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
Why similar: Relaxing 25.5%, Cute 21.6%, 3D Platformer 17.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Family Friendly 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A perfectly cozy and relaxing exploration game that captures the same heartwarming spirit and gentle pace.
- #6 Arise: A Simple Story
94% matchVery Positive91% of 3,209 reviews2020
Dev: Piccolo StudioPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Embark on an emotional journey of losing the love of one's life. Manipulate time, solve puzzles, reshape surroundings as you push forward into the bittersweet recollections of a past life. This is a story about happiness and hardship, joy and sorrow. A story that all of us will one day experience.
Why similar: Emotional 20.1%, 3D Platformer 15.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Relaxing 10.2%, Cute 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, emotional journey through time that emphasizes visual storytelling and light puzzle mechanics.
- #7 Lost in Play
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 9,387 reviews2022
Dev: Happy Juice GamesPub: Joystick Ventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Solve puzzles, riddles, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! Join Toto and Gal as they explore dreamscapes and befriend magical creatures. Lost in their imagination, the brother and sister must stick together and solve puzzles to find their way home.
Why similar: Puzzle 19.8%, Family Friendly 16.8%, Story Rich 13.1%, Cartoon 13.1%, Fantasy 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A whimsical point-and-click adventure that captures the same surreal and imaginative puzzle-solving energy.
- #8 Röki
93% matchVery Positive89% of 3,229 reviews2020
Dev: Polygon TreehousePub: United Label
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Röki is a stunning adventure set in the snowcapped wilderness. As Tove, you must explore an uncharted world of hidden legends and forgotten monsters. Solve puzzles, collect curiosities, and uncover a tale of tragic loss, as you chart your path to redemption.
Why similar: Emotional 27.2%, Puzzle 18.4%, Story Rich 12.8%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Fantasy 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure game that balances charming folklore-inspired puzzles with a heartfelt narrative.
- #9 Spirit of the North
91% matchVery Positive84% of 6,638 reviews2020
Dev: Infuse StudioPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 14%, Puzzle 12.8%, Soundtrack 10.1% ★, Relaxing 9.6%, Family Friendly 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A quiet, atmospheric adventure that focuses on exploration and environmental puzzles without the need for dialogue.
- #10 Chicory: A Colorful Tale
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,003 reviews2021
Dev: Wishes Ultd.Pub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.
Why similar: Emotional 23.8%, Adventure 16.2%, Cute 13.7%, Puzzle 12.2%, Indie 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional and creative puzzle-adventure game that uses its unique mechanics to tell a touching story.
- #11 Planet of Lana
89% matchVery Positive93% of 10,729 reviews2023
Dev: WishfullyPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.
Why similar: Soundtrack 25.9% ★, Emotional 17.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16%, Puzzle 12.6%, Cute 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that uses a beautiful art style to tell a touching story of companionship.
- #12 Hoa
90% matchVery Positive89% of 3,168 reviews2021
Dev: Skrollcat StudioPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
Why similar: Relaxing 20.2%, Cute 15.8%, Atmospheric 14.5%, Cartoon 14.1%, Puzzle Platformer 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game features breathtaking hand-painted art and relaxing puzzle-platforming that feels like a natural companion to the seed game.
- #13 Carto
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,406 reviews2020
Dev: Sunhead GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.
Why similar: Puzzle 16.5%, Cute 15.7%, Relaxing 13.1%, Family Friendly 12.2%, Story Rich 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A clever puzzle game where you manipulate the map to explore, matching the inventive and cute nature of the seed game.
- #14 Unravel
88% matchVery Positive91% of 5,606 reviews2020
Dev: Coldwood InteractivePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.
Why similar: Puzzle 28%, Family Friendly 19.4%, Puzzle Platformer 15.2%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Adventure 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: A touching, puzzle-heavy platformer that uses its unique yarn-based mechanics to tell a story about connection.
- #15 Tinykin
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,357 reviews2022
Dev: SplashteamPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 19.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.6%, Puzzle 13.8%, Family Friendly 13.3%, Cute 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and creative puzzle-platformer that rewards exploration and curiosity in a miniature world.
- #16 Lost Words: Beyond the Page
87% matchVery Positive95% of 838 reviews2021
Dev: Sketchbook DevelopmentsPub: Sketchbook Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.
Why similar: Emotional 24.3%, Puzzle Platformer 18.1%, Puzzle 14.5%, Relaxing 10%, Story Rich 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven puzzle game that integrates its story directly into the gameplay mechanics in a very emotional way.
- #17 LOST EMBER
86% matchVery Positive88% of 5,188 reviews2019
Dev: Mooneye Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.
Why similar: Emotional 26.4%, Relaxing 14.9%, Family Friendly 13.6%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Story Rich 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing exploration game where you take the form of various animals to uncover the secrets of a fallen world.
- #18 The Wild at Heart
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 918 reviews2021
Dev: Moonlight KidsPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Wield an ever-growing herd of quirky creatures to rebuild broken paths, battle perilous beasts, and solve peculiar puzzles in a rich, interconnected world. Join two young runaways as they unravel the mysteries of a lost realm in this nostalgic storybook fantasy!
Why similar: Emotional 23.4%, Puzzle 18.6%, Family Friendly 14%, Story Rich 13%, Fantasy 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, story-rich adventure featuring puzzle-solving and resource management in a magical, atmospheric forest.
- #19 Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
85% matchVery Positive94% of 41,286 reviews2013
Dev: Starbreeze Studios ABPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.
Why similar: Emotional 25.6%, Puzzle 15.1%, Atmospheric 15%, Adventure 14%, Story Rich 13.7%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in emotional, wordless storytelling through unique cooperative-style puzzle mechanics.
- #20 Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,396 reviews2020
Dev: ustwo games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.
Why similar: Family Friendly 29.9%, Cute 19.3%, Story Rich 17%, Adventure 13%, 3D 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A wholesome and relaxing game focused on exploration and small acts of kindness in a beautiful setting.
- #21 Kena: Bridge of Spirits
83% matchVery Positive92% of 17,639 reviews2022
Dev: Ember Lab
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.6%, Fantasy 15.5%, Adventure 15%, Atmospheric 14.3%, Story Rich 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful adventure game that combines challenging combat with satisfying environmental puzzles and a heartwarming story.
- #22 Monument Valley
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,906 reviews2022
Dev: ustwo games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Embark on a journey of forgiveness through impossible environments and illusionary puzzles. Experience this meditative and calming puzzle game by manipulating monuments and creating evolving paths to explore new, surreal, and mysterious worlds.
Why similar: Puzzle 22.5%, Emotional 20.7%, Relaxing 18.5%, Puzzle Platformer 12.4%, Adventure 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, visually stunning puzzle game that focuses on perspective and geometry in a way that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #23 Figment
82% matchVery Positive87% of 5,712 reviews2017
Dev: Bedtime Digital Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.
Why similar: Puzzle 27.6%, Cute 16.6%, Adventure 15.1%, Atmospheric 13.9%, Story Rich 13%
Why You'll Like It: A musical adventure game that uses creative puzzles and a surreal, hand-drawn art style to explore the human mind.
- #24 Pikuniku
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,882 reviews2019
Dev: Arnaud De BockPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!
Why similar: Puzzle 27.6%, Cute 22.2%, Family Friendly 13.7%, Puzzle Platformer 13.2%, Adventure 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky and cute puzzle-adventure that offers a lighter, humorous tone while maintaining satisfying exploration.
- #25 Sky: Children of the Light
78% matchVery Positive87% of 25,374 reviews2024
Dev: thatgamecompany
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
A breathtaking open-world adventure awaits! Explore magical realms, restore lost light, and form wordless bonds with players worldwide. Complete quests and solve puzzles in seasonal events that celebrate kindness, discovery, and heartfelt connection.
Why similar: Emotional 22%, Puzzle Platformer 15.7%, Puzzle 13.7%, Family Friendly 12.2%, Cute 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric and social adventure game that focuses on exploration and gentle puzzle-solving in a vast, beautiful world.
- #26 The First Tree
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,849 reviews2017
Dev: David Wehle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.
Why similar: Atmospheric 25.4%, Relaxing 22.2%, Story Rich 16.2%, Adventure 15.2%, Indie 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A short, emotional exploration game that parallels a fox's journey with a human story of loss and discovery.
- #27 Donut County
79% matchVery Positive92% of 12,171 reviews2018
Dev: Ben EspositoPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.
Why similar: Puzzle 24.7%, Cute 22.8%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Story Rich 8.9%, Adventure 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing and funny physics-based puzzle game that shares the charming, low-stress appeal of the seed game.
- #28 INMOST
79% matchVery Positive91% of 7,373 reviews2020
Dev: Hidden Layer GamesPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Escape the depths of an otherworldly labyrinth in this cinematic puzzle platformer. Explore a hauntingly beautiful world, with three playable characters, in one dark, interconnected story.
Why similar: Emotional 20.6%, Puzzle Platformer 19.2%, Story Rich 12.3%, Puzzle 10.8%, Atmospheric 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric and story-rich puzzle-platformer that explores complex emotional themes through its dark, beautiful pixel art.
- #29 AER Memories of Old
80% matchVery Positive86% of 7,742 reviews2017
Dev: Forgotten KeyPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.
Why similar: Relaxing 24.6%, Adventure 18.6%, Atmospheric 16.2%, Puzzle 11.5%, Indie 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric exploration game that emphasizes the freedom of flight and a sense of discovery in a fantasy world.
- #30 INSIDE
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 76,037 reviews2016
Dev: Playdead
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.
Why similar: Soundtrack 28.6% ★, Puzzle Platformer 17.8%, Puzzle 13%, Story Rich 9.6%, Atmospheric 9.3%
- #31 Figment 2: Creed Valley
76% matchVery Positive94% of 1,443 reviews2023
Dev: Bedtime Digital Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Figment 2: Creed Valley is an action-adventure game set in the human mind. Face bosses in musical showdowns, make your way through puzzles, and explore unique environments.
Why similar: Soundtrack 32.9% ★, Emotional 15.1%, Puzzle 12.9%, Cute 10.1%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #32 Moss: The Forgotten Relic
73% matchVery Positive92% of 415 reviews2026
Dev: Polyarc
Windows
Moss: The Forgotten Relic is an emotional and atmospheric adventure set in the pages of a living storybook, brimming with myth and ancient magic. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 17.4%, Puzzle Platformer 16.6%, Emotional 13.1%, Puzzle 12.9%, Cute 9.6%
- #33 Little Nightmares II
75% matchVery Positive93% of 58,768 reviews2021
Dev: Tarsier StudiosPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Little Nightmares II is the second game in a series that has thrilled and captivated millions of players worldwide since 2017. Now it’s your turn to try to survive this critically acclaimed entry in the most charming horror series ever made.
Why similar: Puzzle 24.4%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Atmospheric 13.9%, Dark 13.7%, Story Rich 12.4%
- #34 Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles
78% matchVery Positive82% of 3,229 reviews2017
Dev: Prideful Sloth
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Unwind and enjoy the slow life in Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles, a relaxing open-world adventure game. Yonder is set in the world of Gemea. A natural island paradise with eight distinct environments ranging from tropical beaches to snow-capped summits.
Why similar: Relaxing 26%, Cute 18.3%, Adventure 15.1%, Family Friendly 11.8%, Atmospheric 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A peaceful, open-world adventure focused on exploration and discovery without the pressure of combat.
- #35 FAR: Changing Tides
74% matchVery Positive93% of 5,712 reviews2022
Dev: OkomotivePub: Frontier Foundry
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.3%, Emotional 19.7%, Puzzle 16.3%, Atmospheric 12.9%, Relaxing 10.5%
- #36 The Sojourn
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 229 reviews2020
Dev: Shifting TidesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Sojourn is a first-person puzzle game set in an immersive colour-drenched world of light and darkness. Think your way through dozens of puzzles as you traverse parallel worlds, awaken mysterious artifacts and overcome challenging obstacles on an unforgettable journey.
Why similar: Philosophical 20%, Puzzle 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 12%, Relaxing 10.3%, Family Friendly 9.1%
- #37 Somerville
75% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,901 reviews2022
Dev: Jumpship
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
In the wake of catastrophe find the means to make your family whole again.
Why similar: Emotional 29.6%, Puzzle 16.9%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Story Rich 12.4%, Dark 9.7%
- #38 illum
73% matchVery Positive92% of 114 reviews2023
Dev: Elsa LiuPub: USC Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a heartwarming journey with your little light friend to solve puzzles and bring light to the mystical realm of Illum.
Why similar: Puzzle 16.1%, Cute 12.3%, Emotional 12.2%, Relaxing 12.2%, Family Friendly 10.1%
- #39 SCARF
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 335 reviews2021
Dev: Uprising StudiosPub: THQ Nordic Mobile
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms. Explore beautifully crafted worlds and discover your true destiny with the help of a dragon-shaped scarf.
Why similar: Emotional 16.6%, 3D Platformer 14.6%, Puzzle 11.6%, Family Friendly 9.8%, Relaxing 9.6%
- #40 The Gunk
71% matchVery Positive86% of 6,079 reviews2022
Dev: Image & Form GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Gunk is an action-adventure game in which you play as Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers. As they’re struggling to bring in funds, they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…
Why similar: 3D Platformer 28.5%, Family Friendly 20.4%, Relaxing 19.3%, Atmospheric 15.5%, Adventure 8.9%
- #41 Night Reverie
71% matchVery Positive96% of 331 reviews2021
Dev: Somber Pixel
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Night Reverie is a Puzzle/Adventure game in which a child must solve the mystery behind the distortion of his house. Explore puzzle-filled environments and discover strange creatures living in the house as you reach the truth behind of what looks like a bizarre nightmare.
Why similar: Soundtrack 18.6% ★, Emotional 16%, Puzzle 15.8%, Relaxing 12.1%, Cute 11.6%
- #42 Lanternium
73% matchVery Positive87% of 81 reviews2019
Dev: Blazing Planet Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
You have to find out what happened in this fantastic world and help the Raccoon find his way home!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.3%, Puzzle 15.9%, Cute 14.4%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Story Rich 11.8%
- #43 LIMBO
72% matchVery Positive92% of 62,159 reviews2011
Dev: Playdead
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Uncertain of his sister's fate, a boy enters LIMBO
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 40.2%, Puzzle 20.7%, Dark 12%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Indie 6.4%
- #44 Neva
67% matchVery Positive94% of 10,720 reviews2024
Dev: Nomada StudioPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.
Why similar: Emotional 28%, Puzzle 15.7%, Atmospheric 14.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.8%, Adventure 12.7%
- #45 Monument Valley 2
69% matchVery Positive93% of 4,253 reviews2022
Dev: ustwo games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Discover illusionary pathways and delightful puzzles as you learn the secrets of The Sacred Geometry. Follow the heart warming story of Ro in her journey through motherhood. Rediscover independence through manipulating monuments and evolving paths to explore new, surreal, and mysterious worlds.
Why similar: Emotional 21.5%, Puzzle Platformer 20%, Puzzle 19.7%, Relaxing 10.4%, Atmospheric 9.5%
- #46 The Forest Quartet
69% matchVery Positive93% of 466 reviews2022
Dev: Mads & FriendsPub: Bedtime Digital Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
The Forest Quartet is a puzzle adventure about a gone, but not forgotten, lead singer. Play her spirit and travel through 3 acts unique to the members of her band for a final farewell concert. Face their emotions, solve puzzles and fight the corruption plaguing their souls.
Why similar: Philosophical 19.7%, Puzzle 17%, Emotional 15%, Relaxing 13.5%, Story Rich 11.8%
- #47 FAR: Lone Sails
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 26,499 reviews2018
Dev: Okomotive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.2%, Puzzle 21.7%, Atmospheric 18.7%, Story Rich 13.7%, Adventure 11.3%
- #48 Candle
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,186 reviews2016
Dev: Teku StudiosPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Candle is an adventure with challenging puzzles. Play as Teku, a young novice on a dangerous journey to rescue his tribe's shaman from the evil tribe of the Wakcha. But the way is littered with sinister traps and difficult obstacles.
Why similar: Puzzle 29.6%, Puzzle Platformer 28.9%, Adventure 18.3%, Indie 12.1%, Fantasy 9.6%
- #49 Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition
68% matchVery Positive95% of 53,432 reviews2020
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.
Why similar: Emotional 40%, Relaxing 18.2%, Story Rich 16.8%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Adventure 8.2%
- #50 Old Man's Journey
71% matchVery Positive87% of 4,277 reviews2017
Dev: Broken Rules
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Old Man’s Journey, a soul-searching puzzle adventure, tells a story of life, loss, and hope. Interacting with the world around you, you'll shape the landscape to create the old man's path forward. Experience heartache and hope as you embark on a heartfelt journey through a sunkissed world.
Why similar: Family Friendly 15%, Puzzle 14.6%, Emotional 14.6%, Story Rich 12%, Puzzle Platformer 11.9%
- #51 Once Upon A Puppet
67% matchVery Positive85% of 157 reviews2025
Dev: Flatter Than EarthPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Control the strings of fate and embark on a grand adventure with Drev and Nieve. A magical, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer where puppeteering mechanics and a whimsical, theater-inspired world intertwine.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.2%, Emotional 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Puzzle 9.9%
- #52 Shady Part of Me
69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,485 reviews2020
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Overcome emotional struggles across a touching narrative filled with twists and surprises. Embark on a dream-like journey, with breathtaking artistic direction and the enthralling voice of Hannah Murray (Game of Thrones, Skins).
Why similar: Puzzle 25.4%, 3D Platformer 16%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Indie 9.9%
- #53 Creaks
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,195 reviews2020
Dev: Amanita Design
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The ground starts shaking, light bulbs are breaking - and something rather unusual is happening right behind the walls of your very room. Equipped with nothing but wit and courage, you slowly descend into a world inhabited by avian folk and seemingly deadly furniture monsters.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.8%, Puzzle 19.9%, Relaxing 13.7%, Cartoon 12.4%, Atmospheric 11.9%
- #54 Lumote: The Mastermote Chronicles
70% matchVery Positive90% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: Luminawesome Games Ltd.Pub: Wired Productions
Windows
Meet Lumote, the squishiest bioluminescent creature, in this beautiful 3D puzzle platformer. Take control of the world’s inhabitants on a quest into the Great Depths to seize control from the Mastermote.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17%, 3D Platformer 17%, Puzzle 11.7%, Cute 9.9%, Relaxing 9.5%
- #55 Candleman: The Complete Journey
70% matchVery Positive92% of 1,268 reviews2018
Dev: Candleman Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Despite only being able to burn for 10 seconds, a little candle journeys into the darkness, with the purpose of seeking light.
Why similar: Adventure 23.5%, Puzzle 22.8%, 3D Platformer 16.6%, Indie 14.8%, Story Rich 12.2%
- #56 Smushi Come Home
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 2,806 reviews2023
Dev: SomeHumbleOnionPub: Mooneye Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Play as a tiny lil' mushroom who's lost in the forest and can't find its way home. Explore unique areas freely at your own pace, chat with friendly inhabitants, and take on different adventures to get back home!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 19.7%, Cute 19.6%, Relaxing 17%, Family Friendly 12.8%, Adventure 9%
- #57 Hauntii
66% matchVery Positive91% of 425 reviews2024
Dev: Moonloop GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
An action adventure about a ghost’s journey through the afterlife. Possess enemies and the environment and fend off hostile spirits in pursuit of starry fragments from a past life.
Why similar: Soundtrack 26.7% ★, Emotional 16.2%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, Puzzle 11.2%, Cute 9.8%
- #58 The House of Hikmah
63% matchVery Positive99% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: Lunacy Studios
Windows
The House of Hikmah is a fully voice-acted, narrative-driven 3D adventure game exploring grief, legacy and the search for answers after profound loss. Solve puzzles, encounter historical scholars of the Islamic Golden Age, and uncover timeless lessons in a beautifully imagined House of Wisdom.
Why similar: Emotional 22%, 3D Platformer 15.8%, Puzzle 15.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, Story Rich 11.7%
- #59 A Juggler's Tale
66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,340 reviews2021
Dev: kaleidoscubePub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.9%, Story Rich 16.8%, Fantasy 16.5%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Adventure 9.6%