- #1 Of Roots and Gears
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Viktor Polianikov
Windows
Of Roots and Gears is a dialogue-based RPG in an aetherpunk setting. Explore the world where nature and technology are charged with magic. Make choices, find friends and enemies. Make your own path!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 18.8%, Nonlinear 18.2%, Interactive Fiction 17.3%, Conversation 16.1%, Point & Click 13.6%
- #2 Get In Get Out
96% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Wessi
Windows
A post-apocalyptic alternate-history guard simulator. A mysterious infection is ravaging the German-occupied UK. Interrogate arrivals, scan for symptoms, and make moral calls as a guard. Randomized traits, scarce tools, an authoritarian regime, multiple endings and over 80 unique characters!
Why similar: Alternate History 16.9%, Post-apocalyptic 13.7%, Investigation 11.5%, Dark Humor 11%, Lore-Rich 10.8%
- #3 DOPROS
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Witches Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
DOPROS is a narrative-driven Orwell-inspired interrogation experience. Will you break and give it all away, or will you try to get free? It's only up to you, but keep in mind, your every word may and will be used against you…
Why similar: Political 23.6% ★, Noir 17.3%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Lore-Rich 10.8%, Interactive Fiction 10.7%
- #4 Shadow City Mysteries: Case Files - Rise of the Rat King
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play On Words Studios
Windows
Shadow City Mysteries: Case Files – Rise of the Rat King is a narrative game set in Shadow City’s underbelly. Assume the role of the Rat King, an underworld mastermind fighting for absolute power. Shape your legend by forging alliances, crushing rivals, and leaving a trail of consequences.
Why similar: Noir 23%, Alternate History 15.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Conversation 11.1%, Visual Novel 10.7%
- #5 Occult Hand of the Blood Lily
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yuri Kissaten
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Gothic-Punk yuri visual novel about a magician on the run and her mysterious vampiric guardian. Journey by airship across a war-torn Europe and search for a legendary flower with the power to destroy nations.
Why similar: Vampire 34.5% ★, Alternate History 19.2%, Choices Matter 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Lore-Rich 8.5%
- #6 GRUNND
94% matchMixed62% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: SEKTAHOUSE
Windows
You fell asleep on the train... Now a strange town, fully voice-acted characters, and choices that reshape the mystery stand between you and home.
Why similar: Noir 18.8%, Alternate History 15.1%, Dark Humor 13%, Investigation 12.3%, Conversation 12.1%
- #7 Max Sterling PI: The Grady Case
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Saint Cloud Studios
Windows
In this classic Investigative Mystery game, you are hired to find the truth behind Mr. Grady's untimely death. Explore 40+ areas, compile a multitude of evidence, and interview over 30 unique characters to assist you in your search for answers. Do YOU have what it takes to crack the case?
Why similar: Noir 19.2%, Alternate History 15.3%, Investigation 13.8%, Nonlinear 13.2%, Conversation 12.4%
- #8 Cabernet
91% matchVery Positive95% of 1,924 reviews2025
Dev: Party for IntrovertsPub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Cabernet is a 2D narrative RPG set in a 19th century Eastern European inspired world, with a modern twist. Guide Liza, a young vampire in her new unlife among the unsuspecting townsfolk. Will you retain your humanity or descend further into the horror you have become?
Why similar: Vampire 35.9% ★, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Interactive Fiction 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Choices Matter 9.4%
- #9 One Night: Burlesque
92% matchPositive85% of 39 reviews2023
Dev: RedDeer.Games
Windows
Step into the smoky, seductive world of the Angels Den, a luxurious burlesque club. Get into the high heels of Holly, a talented dancer graced with a unique gift of telepathy. Help her on a desperate mission to save a friend from certain doom.
Why similar: Noir 25.1%, Conversation 16.3%, Alternate History 15.6%, Interactive Fiction 10.9%, Point & Click 9.1%
- #10 鸥鹭罔继
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 二浮舟
Windows
你将观测一段虚构的故事,通过选项的干涉决定被观测者的命运。你将观测的对象是一个迷茫、执拗,有着孩童的天真与暴虐的女孩,你开始观测的时刻,她失去了自己生命中最重要的人,面临决定未来的诸多抉择。你的每一次干涉,都会将她的故事导向截然不同的方向。
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.2%, Nonlinear 17%, Noir 16.6%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.7%
- #11 Circus Saboteur
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: No Sequels Cooperative
Windows
A hand-illustrated visual mystery adventure that can be beaten in one sitting.
Why similar: Nonlinear 17.7%, Investigation 15.6%, Conversation 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Lore-Rich 13%
- #12 The Jewel of Monostructure
89% matchVery Positive96% of 136 reviews2021
Dev: Ignis SanatPub: Ignis Sanat 🔥
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sanator: The Jewel of Monostructure is a dark fantasy visual novel that combines deep lore with exciting adventures. Who is behind the mysterious thefts and why are the gates of the Monostructure open again? Take control of Richard Murdock, the plague doctor, and find the answer.
Why similar: Nonlinear 15%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.9%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Lore-Rich 11.4%
- #13 The Undying Sea
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DeviMetric LLC
Windows
The Undying Sea is a first-person exploration title about dealing with death, exploring a city in decline, and reaching out a hand to those who need it on a long-decaying oceanic city filled with once immortal beings now way too aware that they aren't immortal anymore...
Why similar: Noir 23.8%, Alternate History 19.2%, Interactive Fiction 17.6%, Point & Click 14.4%, Investigation 12%
- #14 Strix and Scholar
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TJ Hoarfrost
Windows
Follow the story of Blanca Silverurn—a strix entangled in a murder mystery. Explore the Grimstrand campus and learn about its unique magic. Delve into the secrets of students and faculty members. Affect their relationships, including a spicy romance between Blanca and her enigmatic mentor.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.2%, Investigation 17.7%, Conversation 17.2%, Nonlinear 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%
- #15 The Divine Deception
87% matchPositive90% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Themisian
Windows · Mac
The Divine Deception awaits you in Panthea. Will you be able to find the truth? Deduce, brainstorm, fight, and hack your ways through obstacles. But remember: Panthea's story is a game to be bet on. Nothing more.
Why similar: Political 29.9% ★, Noir 18.6%, Investigation 14.1%, Interactive Fiction 12.6%, Visual Novel 10.5%
- #16 Mithra
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Seventh Disorder
Windows · Mac · Linux
Investigate the world's first cult in a cryptic mystery adventure that blurs the lines between fiction and reality. We've been keeping an eye on you. Follow us further down the rabbit hole...
Why similar: Noir 18.8%, Alternate History 16.8%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Investigation 13.5%, Interactive Fiction 11.6%
- #17 Eyes of Rain
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Corvaena Games LLC
Windows · Mac
As a humble baker in a quiet medieval town, your life takes a dark turn when a stranger arrives equipped for battle. Thrust into a hidden world of supernatural beings—elves, demons, fae, and more—you must make choices that alter the fate of the world you thought you knew.
Why similar: Vampire 22.7% ★, Interactive Fiction 17.1%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Visual Novel 13%
- #18 Further Education
85% matchMixed42% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Kvitravn Tales
Windows · Mac · Linux
Further Education is a visual novel set in 80s inspired world, mainly in a divided USA where choices matter. Take on mind bending cases, collide with world powers and combat your inner demons - in hopes of becoming a better son, a better friend and ultimately - a better person.
Why similar: Noir 22.9%, Political 19.7% ★, Alternate History 18.1%, Conversation 13.4%, Visual Novel 11%
- #19 UNDYING: Kowloon in Red
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: maneki-mushiPub: Ya & Que Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Survive as a young, lost vampire in 1950s Kowloon and navigate its dark depths, but beware; you're not the only thing that lurks within them. Grow as a vampire, using skills and vampiric abilities to overcome challenges, gain allies and manage your overwhelming thirst.
Why similar: Vampire 37% ★, Noir 16.5%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.1%, Female Protagonist 11.5%
- #20 Divine Omen
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruby RingPub: Ruby Ring
Windows · Mac · Linux
Divine Omen is a horror point-and-click visual novel where you control the fates of your companions. Investigate the world and relive Avan's nightmares to determine which choices must be made to save lives...or take them. Will you become the executioner?
Why similar: Lore-Rich 16.6%, Interactive Fiction 15%, Dark Humor 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Point & Click 12.4%
- #21 The Night Fisherman
83% matchVery Positive82% of 771 reviews2020
Dev: de FaultPub: Far Few Giants
Windows · Mac
A short, twisted tale about a smuggler and a late night encounter in the English Channel. Control the camera and make tough choices, will you escape with your life?
Why similar: Political 21.4% ★, Alternate History 18.4%, Conversation 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 12.7%, Visual Novel 10%
- #22 Shore of Jord
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TE NET
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shore of Jord is a story-driven cRPG set in an alternate world of Europa, where you take on the role of a retired military officer trying to resolve mysterious events from your past and survive the longest winter in history: strengthen or break friendships, find your love, and discover who you are.
Why similar: Noir 21.7%, Alternate History 16.6%, Lore-Rich 12.5%, Post-apocalyptic 12.4%, Point & Click 9.7%
- #23 Birb Café
82% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Birbgames
Windows · Linux
Birb Café is a coffee-making visual novel about a cute bird helping adventurers on their quests. Your choices matter!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 18.1%, Interactive Fiction 16.3%, Nonlinear 14.9%, Conversation 14.5%, Visual Novel 13.2%
- #24 Weirdo
80% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: CASCHA GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Parallel-Weirdo is a Japanese manga-style visual novel set in DYL High School. It follows Wang Zhe, an ordinary and frail boy, who tries to win the hearts of girls and complete his experiments. He gets entangled in bizarre events, plunging into darkness. Each choice you make determines his fate.
Why similar: Noir 21.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.8%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Nonlinear 11.4%
- #25 StarryMonogatari: Student's Terminal
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shanghai Akari Cultural Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
Starry Monogatari official app now available on PC! Let's meet various people in the world of Stamono and feel the star-colored story!
Why similar: Alternate History 17.5%, Interactive Fiction 16.6%, Political 15.8% ★, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Visual Novel 12.2%
- #26 Hexfinder
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Choice of Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You will play a hexfinder in the employ of Queen Charlotte’s Anglican Church, tasked with seeking out the witches and warlocks (colloquially known as hexcrafters) who threaten her fair nation. A story-rich, text-based RPG, Hexfinder is a supernatural alt-historical adventure!
Why similar: Alternate History 20.5%, Political 16% ★, Interactive Fiction 14.8%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%
- #27 Deep Copy
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BOON/BANE
Windows · Linux
Deep Copy is a top down point-and-click literary adventure set in a hand-painted science fiction world. Awakened with no memory, you must solve puzzles and navigate a branching story to piece together the dense, interconnected mystery at the heart of the lab.
Why similar: Nonlinear 19.4%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, Point & Click 13.2%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 12%
- #28 Glasshouse
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FLAT28
Windows
Feudalpunk CRPG, with Turn-based combat, set in a lockdown apartment block at the dawn of a world war. Investigate the mysterious triple murder next door, fight the Political Conspiracy, and make terrible choices before the flatmates do it for you!
Why similar: Political 26.7% ★, Nonlinear 15.5%, Dark Humor 15.1%, Noir 13.3%, Lore-Rich 12.2%
- #29 Universe 25
79% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: The Northern Bureau
Windows
A Pythonesque Indie point and click adventure game set in the year 2035. Follow the journey of a bureaucrat as he tracks down a malevolent force running experiments on citizens. Armed with a government issue briefcase and a pet mouse, he tracks down an evil agent only to find more than he expected
Why similar: Noir 22.2%, Alternate History 17.6%, Political 15.7% ★, Interactive Fiction 14.9%, Point & Click 12.5%
- #30 Sleuth Saga: Under Starless Skies
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arboreal Interactive
Windows · Linux
Find clues, question witnesses, and debate stubborn opponents to piece together a grand political conspiracy and solve a string of mysterious murders. Discover the detailed world of Libertia as you unravel a web of lies by pulling on the thread of truth!
Why similar: Political 29.6% ★, Lore-Rich 16.8%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Point & Click 10.1%, Investigation 9.7%
- #31 Front Page
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Songbird Games
Windows
As Editor of an independent newspaper, you are in charge of printing daily front pages. You decide which story you want to publish, and see the world change depending on your choices and actions. What kind of Editor will you become?
Why similar: Political 44.4% ★, Alternate History 19.2%, Point & Click 13.9%, Interactive Fiction 8.8%, Choices Matter 7.5%
- #32 Fugue of Delights
75% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Enygmage
Windows
A daemonic, handcrafted visual novel where your choices shape erotic dreams, secrets, and ritual desires.
Why similar: Noir 20.9%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, Nonlinear 14.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%
- #33 Misadventures of Laura Silver
77% matchVery Positive84% of 269 reviews2019
Dev: Studio Attic Salt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Need more stress in your life? Meet Laura Silver, a paranoid and insomniac detective tasked with researching Slavic mythology. Do you know anything about the Vodnik? Neither does she. Unfortunately, her incompetence won't be your biggest problem in Czechoslovakia.
Why similar: Noir 17.7%, Dark Humor 15.1%, Interactive Fiction 14.6%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Point & Click 11.7%
- #34 Mikiwam: Solarpunk Herbalism
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Ekosi
Windows · Mac
A cozy tea-making game set in a post-colonial fantasy world. As a herbalist’s apprentice, serve magic elemental teas to influence a colourful cast of characters. Connect with your estranged home, discover your gifts, and find your place in a fractured, healing world.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 17.6%, Conversation 15.5%, Nonlinear 13.3%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Visual Novel 11.8%
- #35 Death Drive
74% matchVery Positive97% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: LunaticMoon
Windows
Death Drive is a road trip visual novel inspired by classic American Gothic fiction.
Why similar: Noir 29.4%, Dark Humor 19%, Nonlinear 14.8%, Conversation 14.2%, Visual Novel 14%
- #36 Next Soul, Please!
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: eNVy softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Judge the Fate of the Dead in this satirical, bureaucratic, decision-making game. Talk to Souls, check their documents, reference Holy Texts and decide if they're going Up or Down. Follow the Rules or trust your own moral compass and see where your choices take you - hopefully not the Elevator Down.
Why similar: Political 41.2% ★, Vampire 14.5% ★, Point & Click 13.7%, Dark Humor 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
- #37 Hollow Bequest
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ANIQ
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a legendary detective, the disappearance of a former mentor provokes a return to your humble beginnings. Every clue reveals the dark secrets that haunt the town. What should have been a quick investigation gradually became a struggle for your life and freedom. Who or what is responsible?
Why similar: Alternate History 19.3%, Noir 15.1%, Point & Click 13.9%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Investigation 10.8%
- #38 When the Crow Sings
73% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Safe Haven Studio
Windows
WHEN THE CROW SINGS is an adventure mystery game with a focus on exploration, characters, and world building, featuring a cast of diverse survivors trying to keep the status quo as their compound life grows more complicated and dangerous.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 15.5%, Interactive Fiction 15%, Lore-Rich 14%, Investigation 13%, Nonlinear 12.3%
- #39 Annoy This Guy
72% matchVery Positive94% of 65 reviews2024
Dev: Samuel Leigh
Windows
Annoy this guys time in this comedic piece of interactive fiction.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 28%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Conversation 17.1%, Nonlinear 15.8%, Point & Click 12.8%
- #40 Vampire: The Masquerade - Shadows of New York
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,660 reviews2020
Dev: Draw DistancePub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Your old life is dead and buried. You have no afterlife to look forward to, and your vampiric unlife is about to fall apart unless you solve an unsolvable crime. Welcome to New York City... and welcome to the Lasombra clan, where failure is not an option.
Why similar: Vampire 51.6% ★, Visual Novel 23.9%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Choices Matter 10.2%
- #41 Frankie and Suede Private Detectives
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HurlingGames
Windows
Get big laughs while you point and click to search for clues and solve mysteries with Hollywood's most deranged private investigators, Frankie and Suede. Be immersed into a cinematic experience with slapstick characters in this film noir comedy adventure.
Why similar: Noir 24.5%, Alternate History 19.9%, Dark Humor 15%, Point & Click 13%, Conversation 12.8%
- #42 Querent
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turn Da Page
Windows · Linux
Rally the small town of Sunset Junction to survive hypnotic creatures in a post-apocalyptic desert landscape. Boost skills by building a deck for each of your characters. Use mesmerism to solve puzzles and build relationships with the people you meet. Play your cards right and you might survive!
Why similar: Alternate History 15.6%, Nonlinear 12.7%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Post-apocalyptic 11.9%, Character Customization 11.4%
- #43 Headliner: NoviNews
73% matchVery Positive89% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Unbound Creations
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Award-winning adventure where you control the news and its impact on society, your friends and career. Different choices lead to unique combinations of endings. Share your story with the community, and see what the players before you did.
Why similar: Political 32.1% ★, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Conversation 12.9%, Visual Novel 11%, Point & Click 10.3%
- #44 The Great Farce
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Auxilio Games
Windows
The Great Farce is a non-linear mystery game that follows Claudia Marcó, journalist and former First Lady, during a series of attacks targeting the recently democratized country of Castela's politicians and their families, having to unveil the deepest secrets of their young democracy.
Why similar: Noir 22.7%, Political 21% ★, Point & Click 11.5%, Visual Novel 10.7%, Conversation 9.9%
- #45 mobOS
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mob
Windows
Explore an open ended internet and operating system set in a 2000s alternate reality that changes over real life time depending on how you interact with it. Discover secrets through the web, download games, become an active member in communities and more. The world is at your fingertips.
Why similar: Alternate History 23.6%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Lore-Rich 17.7%, Point & Click 13.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.5%
- #46 The List
71% matchVery Positive80% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: Dan Trimble
Windows
A young man is interviewed by the police only to turn up dead a week later. 3 years have passed, a special agent from Santa Fe navigates the police database in order to solve the mystery.
Why similar: Political 22.9% ★, Noir 18.2%, Nonlinear 17.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.6%, Investigation 11.5%
- #47 THE DAY THAT WASN'T
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MAD Tribe Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Relive the same day without remembering it. Your choices feed four inner alter egos (Shadow, Mad, Alex, and Bully) — shaping reality, glitches, and one of 16 possible endings. The day repeats. Your mind doesn’t. Or does it?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.4%, Nonlinear 18.6%, Noir 17.6%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Conversation 12.5%
- #48 Sunset High
68% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Turnip Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your crush is missing. They texted you last night. And now you’re reliving the same day over and over. Welcome to Sunset High — where drama, dilemmas, and time loops collide in this narrative-driven, 2D adventure.
Why similar: Noir 24.7%, Dark Humor 16.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Nonlinear 12.6%, Visual Novel 11.9%
- #49 Burn the Midnight Oil
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Foxglove Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Solve crimes and steal hearts in this supernatural neon-noir romance visual novel. Featuring six different romance options, some more monstrous than others.
Why similar: Vampire 38.8% ★, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Visual Novel 13%, Noir 12.5%, Female Protagonist 10.1%
- #50 NOX AETERNA - Veil of Darkness
69% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Darkside Studios
Windows
He’s been searching for his missing friend for days. She’s been searching for her long-lost clan member for decades. Now their paths cross.
Why similar: Vampire 39% ★, Lore-Rich 16.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.4%, Conversation 11.8%, Visual Novel 10.7%
- #51 Magic Сity Detective: Secret Desire Collector's Edition
70% matchNegative7% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: Do Games Limited
Windows
The Others are experiencing another trouble. Prevent the upcoming bloody conflict between the elves and vampires! Someone is trying to bring discord to the fragile world of the Others. Will they succeed? It depends on you. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Vampire 29.2% ★, Noir 22.2%, Investigation 14.9%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Point & Click 11%
- #52 Alice is Dead: Hearts and Diamonds
68% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: LorestromePub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
A point and click noir mystery, set in a grim and corrupt Wonderland. Alice is Dead: Hearts and Diamonds is a complete remake of the classic Flash game trilogy, including all new art, added puzzles, expanded lore, and plenty of secrets for old and new fans alike.
Why similar: Noir 28.1%, Point & Click 14%, Interactive Fiction 13.8%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Investigation 11.7%
- #53 Kabaret
69% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Persona Theory Games
Windows
Welcome to the Kabaret - where monsters from Southeast Asian myths and folklores dwell. Perform tea ceremonies, play traditional games, and question your humanity.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.6%, Investigation 17.4%, Interactive Fiction 15.1%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Point & Click 13.3%
- #54 Mistmoon Falls
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: portmantoga
Windows · Mac
Mistmoon Falls is an open world murder mystery set in a farm-sim town that's now sans farmer. Question the locals, use tools to uncover clues, form hypotheses, and sift through some sinister goings-on to find the killer.
Why similar: Noir 23.2%, Conversation 17.4%, Nonlinear 15.6%, Investigation 15.2%, Point & Click 11.3%
- #55 Vampire: The Masquerade - Heartless Lullaby
68% matchVery Positive81% of 375 reviews2022
Dev: Entalto Studios
Windows
Experience Vampire: The Masquerade in a new way through this isometric cRPG. Change perspectives as you travel through the Heartless Club as a Human and a Vampire. Roll the dice, take your choices, and embrace the night in this narrative prologue.
Why similar: Vampire 41.1% ★, Lore-Rich 16.2%, Point & Click 11.1%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Investigation 10%
- #56 THE EDITOR
67% matchVery Positive90% of 67 reviews2023
Dev: DECATREE GAMES
Windows
NEWSPAPER EDITING ADVENTURE. "In 1996, a congressman was murdered...The prime suspect is a congressman's aide. As the suspicious article was published the story begins" Play the role of editor-in-chief of a newspaper. You become the editor of a newspaper and write a front-page article every day.
Why similar: Noir 28.1%, Nonlinear 18.2%, Conversation 16.3%, Point & Click 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.6%
- #57 I SCREAM
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FunDi Games
Windows · Mac
2046, post-WWIII nation. You spent your childhood locked in the basement. After the rescue, you ended up at the Institution for Abused Children and befriended its outcasts. A day before leaving, your friend committed suicide... Why are you still able to see her?
Why similar: Noir 18.2%, Dark Humor 15.3%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Lore-Rich 10.8%
- #58 Necromance
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Subversionary Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A brave hero and a bound lich rescue a legendary warrior from a forgotten tomb and put the romance back in necromancy. Necromance is a dark fantasy comedy visual novel with light puzzle elements, 3 endings, and 15 ways to die!
Why similar: Dark Humor 19.8%, Lore-Rich 16.7%, Interactive Fiction 15.5%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 10%
- #59 The Vampire Regent
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 44 reviews2021
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rule over a secret society of vampires in a game full of political intrigue, occult powers, and conflicting loyalties. Will you play or be played?
Why similar: Vampire 36.7% ★, Interactive Fiction 21.8%, Political 21.1% ★, Choices Matter 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%