Games Like THE NORMAL THING

A 2D exploration adventure game set in a creepy, mysterious art gallery.

Why similar: Puzzle 23.5%, Horror 19.2%, 2D 16.7%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Exploration 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: This classic top-down horror-adventure captures the same surreal, dreamlike atmosphere and puzzle-solving focus found in the seed game.

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: Puzzle 29.3%, Horror 19%, Adventure 12.5%, Atmospheric 12.3%, Story Rich 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric point-and-click adventure that explores dark, surreal themes and psychological mystery through a unique 2D perspective.

This is a game in which you traverse the extremely dark world inside a dream.

Why similar: Horror 21.2%, Atmospheric 20.5%, 2D 18.2%, Exploration 14.9%, Adventure 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive surreal exploration game, focusing on wandering through strange, dreamlike worlds to uncover fragmented memories.

A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.

Why similar: Puzzle 31%, 2D 16.2%, Horror 15.8%, Adventure 15.4%, Story Rich 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, top-down puzzle-adventure that deals with themes of memory and healing in a strange, fantastical world.

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Story Rich 40.9%, Adventure 22.3%, Indie 16.7%, 2D 13.8%, Singleplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven experience centered entirely on exploring the memories of a dying man, matching the emotional weight of the seed game.

A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

Why similar: Mystery 32.1%, Atmospheric 26.4%, Puzzle 26.1%, Adventure 11%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down survival horror game that masterfully blends atmospheric mystery with a surreal, memory-focused narrative.

A dark fantasy story adventure to face the long-forgotten 「memories」!

Why similar: Mystery 20.9%, Puzzle 20.8%, Atmospheric 14.8%, 2D 10.1%, Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, story-rich puzzle game that features a surreal aesthetic and an unsettling, atmospheric narrative.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: Story Rich 22.3%, Horror 22.3%, 2D 18.8%, Atmospheric 17.3%, Indie 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This psychological RPG uses a top-down perspective to explore a surreal dream world filled with repressed memories and unsettling imagery.

DREAM LOGIC is a story driven first-person atmospheric horror game which takes place in liminal spaces. Explore various nostalgic, dreamlike, uncanny environments. But don't feel too safe, there's a sneaky creature watching your every move.

Why similar: Mystery 19.5%, Puzzle 15.8%, Atmospheric 14%, Horror 12.9%, Adventure 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that emphasizes exploration and surrealism within a dreamlike, atmospheric setting.

Night Reverie: Prologue is the first act of 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 as you reach the truth behind of what looks like a bizarre nightmare.

Why similar: Top-Down 23.1%, Puzzle 19.9%, 2D 13.9%, Mystery 11.5%, Exploration 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-adventure game that focuses on exploring a surreal, child-like dream world.

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 35.4%, Puzzle 14.8%, 2D 14.2%, Adventure 13.3%, Indie 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 2D platformer that uses its atmospheric art style to tell a wordless, emotional story about grief and memory.

In Don’t Remember, some things are better left forgotten. Fight your amnesia in this atmospheric, first person psychological horror game. Solve the mystery of the old mansion in 1900’s England through the use of your lantern’s various colors and face its hidden grotesque visage.

Why similar: Puzzle 18.1%, Horror 16.1%, Mystery 14.7%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Adventure 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Directly mirrors the seed game's focus on memory loss and psychological horror within a singleplayer adventure framework.

Minit is a peculiar little adventure played sixty seconds at a time.

Why similar: Puzzle 30.6%, Adventure 26.9%, 2D 17.8%, Indie 9.9%, Top-Down 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A clever top-down adventure that uses a unique time-loop mechanic to create a sense of urgency and mystery in a small, strange world.

OK/NORMAL is a short, experimental third-person horror experience, inspired by early 3D console games of the 90's. Journey through a dark, disjointed, dreamlike dimension with your cloud companion! Remember a good diet, take your medicine, and you should be fine!

Why similar: Adventure 44.4%, Horror 36.8%, Indie 18.8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie adventure that leans heavily into surreal and psychedelic imagery, mirroring the abstract nature of the seed game.

The Old Tree is a short free-to-play cinematic puzzle game about a newborn alien baby. Witness this microscopic entity's first moments of life and help it emerge from its underground lair and ascend towards an unknown destination.

Why similar: Puzzle 29.6%, Adventure 23.9%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Horror 10.9%, 2D 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric point-and-click adventure that shares the indie, experimental feel of the seed game.

A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

Why similar: Horror 51.9%, Adventure 28.3%, Story Rich 10.4%, Indie 5.6%, Singleplayer 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal psychological experience that captures the same feeling of navigating a strange, fractured reality.

Deepwell is a story-driven adventure game, about a small town surrounding a giant mystery hole.

Why similar: Top-Down 19.3%, Adventure 19.3%, Investigation 16.2%, Mystery 13.9%, 2D 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D pixel-art adventure that focuses on exploration and interactive storytelling in a mysterious setting.

Play with 'P.', a mystery character trying to figure out what's going on in this 'dream'. Who to trust? Apparently, not the dog.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel-style indie game that explores psychological themes with a focus on canine-related narratives.

In the beginning there was nothing, only a chaos of dreams, out of which came Xary. He tried to understand people's nature and help them. Yet he is too young. And here you are. Together, you need to figure this all out…

Why similar: Puzzle 26%, 2D 16.1%, Atmospheric 16%, Horror 14.7%, Investigation 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven puzzle game that focuses on uncovering secrets and memories through hidden objects.

Follow the meaning is a surreal point-and-click puzzle adventure. Join detective Paul Trilby as he works to unravel the mysteries of a peculiar town, seemingly ruled by the local Hospital. Over the wall and behind tightly shut gates, a dark secret lies in wait…

Why similar: Puzzle 20%, Mystery 18.1%, Adventure 13.4%, 2D 12.6%, Investigation 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn, 2D adventure that emphasizes puzzle-solving and atmospheric storytelling.

Hylics is a recreational program with light JRPG elements.

Why similar: Atmospheric 38.8%, Indie 22.7%, Adventure 15.4%, 2D 8.1%, Singleplayer 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct, surreal claymation art style and a dreamlike world that feels just as strange and mysterious as the seed game.

Your memory is fading. Things around your home keep changing; they are not what they appear to be. Find what is wrong, take pictures to restore your memory. Try to remember. Learn what you have forgotten, learn what has happened. It is not what it seems to be.

Why similar: Mystery 22.3%, Puzzle 20.4%, Horror 15.4%, Investigation 12.4%, Atmospheric 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that centers on the unreliability of memory and exploration of a mysterious location.

Dissonance is a top-down 3rd person adventure game. Players will encounter supernatural anomalies and creatures. Find and use specialized gadgets to aid you in your journey. Explore the abandoned research facility and reveal the secret of the organization that sent you here.

Why similar: Mystery 23.5%, Third Person 16.4%, Adventure 14.4%, Puzzle 14.1%, Exploration 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, exploration-heavy adventure that captures a 1990s retro aesthetic and mysterious atmosphere.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Horror 22.5%, Adventure 14.8%, Puzzle 14.5%, Atmospheric 13%, Story Rich 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric adventure that deals with heavy psychological themes and surreal horror elements.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Horror 23.5%, Puzzle 20%, Atmospheric 19.6%, Adventure 13.3%, Third Person 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: While 3D, it perfectly captures the feeling of a small, vulnerable protagonist navigating a dark, surreal, and atmospheric world.

Set out on a cross-country journey to win back the love of your life and endure the hardship of making story-defining choices that affect your life and the lives of those around you.

Why similar: Story Rich 33.4%, Indie 32.6%, Adventure 16.9%, 2D 10%, Singleplayer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-driven adventure that focuses on the emotional journey of a protagonist reflecting on their past and life choices.

Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies.

Why similar: Puzzle 44.1%, Horror 18.2%, 2D 10%, Atmospheric 8.8%, Indie 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-horror game that uses a simple interface to hide a deeply surreal and unsettling mystery.

Ruff Night At The Gallery is an adorable short-form horror masterpiece featuring art, dogs, and spooky ghosts. Explore the gallery, find some keys, and admire the artwork...just don’t get licked!

Why similar: Horror 28.7%, Puzzle 28.4%, Atmospheric 18.7%, Mystery 12%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, cute yet atmospheric horror game that features a dog protagonist and puzzle-solving elements.

The Backroom - Lost and Found is a story rich adventure game with some horror elements. Why is there an orphaned room hidden away in the depths of a strange liminal space? Is it "the backrooms" or something else? CYOA? SCP? Weirdcore? No clipping? And what's with the cute paintings?

Why similar: Mystery 20.6%, Puzzle 20.4%, Horror 14.2%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Exploration 10.2%

PSX style horror game about a boy looking for his dog, kidnapped by an evil corporation that runs experiments with pets.

Why similar: Horror 64.4%, Adventure 16.7%, Indie 11.8%, Singleplayer 7.1%

DISCOPUP is a mystery game about a seal who wants to sneak inside a dogs-only party. Explore the city and meet shady characters as your search for the perfect dog costume.

Why similar: Mystery 38.1%, Puzzle 27.6%, Story Rich 11.4%, Exploration 10.3%, Adventure 6.7%

Experience all the stages of dementia in this mood-swinging psychological horror game that we call FORGOTTEN. Travel as a fox through progressively disturbing stages searching for memories explaining the protagonist's life. Pay close attention to what the fox is trying to offer before it's too late

Why similar: Adventure 42%, Story Rich 33.2%, Singleplayer 13.8%, Indie 11%

This is Interesting is a psychological horror mystery based game with roguelite elements. You are being watched, and you aren't really sure why. Delve through the depths of memory to uncover the mystery behind the gray purgatory you find yourself in.

Why similar: Mystery 17%, Top-Down 16.8%, Puzzle 16.3%, Atmospheric 10.3%, 2D 9.4%

Andarin Weppes is a first person puzzle experience of a man with ever advancing dementia...

Why similar: Puzzle 31.3%, Atmospheric 23.6%, Adventure 17.6%, Mystery 14.9%, Exploration 9.1%

Mr. Pumpkin's Adventure is a point-and-click puzzle game. The main character of this game is Mr. Pumpkin who lost his memories. During the adventure, you will help him solve all the puzzles, which will eventually unveil an evil plot.

Why similar: Puzzle 30.2%, 2D 19.8%, Exploration 15.4%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Story Rich 8.3%

Go about your normal every day life and meet new friends in this short visual novel!

Why similar: 2D 39%, Horror 33.7%, Adventure 16.1%, Indie 6.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Don’t Forget is a 3D singleplayer story and exploration game inspired by dementia. Recollect your memories by looking for clues and playing brain-stimulating minigames whilst battling the effects of dementia. Explore three different key events of your life to figure out what has happened.

Why similar: Top-Down 22.5%, Puzzle 21.5%, Mystery 14.8%, Exploration 14.2%, Atmospheric 11.1%

A small puppy will have to fight with their fears and find all the positive memories, personified by soft toys, in completely different locations. Beautiful graphics, pleasant sounds, and interesting performance. Just relax and feel the atmosphere of adventure.

Why similar: Adventure 48.8%, Atmospheric 25.9%, Indie 19.7%, Singleplayer 5.5%

A short, linear story game of a random demon guy's life.

Why similar: Atmospheric 27.2%, Horror 20.6%, Third Person 17.5%, Top-Down 16.4%, Story Rich 7.9%

"MELLOWOLLEM" is an adventure game where you explore maps and find objects to progress. The main character meets a girl on a sunny summer day, and the story unfolds guided by her words. However, detailed story elements remain undisclosed, leaving only the setting of a hot, dreamy summer landscape.

Why similar: Mystery 31.5%, Adventure 20.4%, Atmospheric 18.6%, Exploration 13.6%, Story Rich 8.9%

After losing consciousness, I found myself in a strange room. An unknown figure guided me deeper into the room. "I thought you would make it this far." Eventually, I saw a past I had forgotten... "monoch room" is an adventure game with puzzle elements.

Why similar: Puzzle 29%, Mystery 28.7%, Atmospheric 15.5%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 11.1%

A mute little thing with borrowed magic. A house that murmurs back. Ask wrong, and you might wake something that remembers your name.

Why similar: Mystery 27.5%, Atmospheric 16.2%, Horror 16.2%, Adventure 12.3%, Exploration 11.2%

All you wanted was a nice game. But now you find yourself opening Windows apps like Paint & Notepad to solve puzzles, and searching for files on your computers that you didn't put there... Who is she? Why did she appear on your desktop? Let's dive into her memories and find out.

Why similar: Puzzle 26.5%, Adventure 19.7%, Exploration 17%, 2D 14%, Story Rich 13.9%

In this Game Boy styled horror game, uncover the mystery of the Roanoke Museum of History and Wonder. Get lost in its maze-like exhibits, solve peculiar puzzles, and survive being hunted by grotesque creatures from the controversial Human Body Exhibit. Can you leave the museum alive?

Why similar: Puzzle 19.9%, Mystery 17.2%, Horror 15.4%, Investigation 15.3%, Adventure 12.4%

Keep the Lights On is an atmospheric horror game where you step in the shoes of Edmund Rosental, a private detective, who is tasked with investigating an old abbey and the mystery surrounding it. Will he be able to keep the lights on or will he succumb to the darkness

Why similar: Adventure 20.1%, Mystery 17%, Horror 15.7%, 2D 14.2%, Atmospheric 14.1%

Atmospheric first person adventure game focusing on immersion and exploration. Meet strange characters, discover secrets and try to unfold the mystery of the Fragmentation.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 28.6%, Mystery 19.9%, Atmospheric 13.2%, Investigation 12.7%, Adventure 11.2%

"DogDogDog" is a horror adventure game set in modern times. Recently, you have been feeling like someone is stalking you, making you anxious with the feeling of being watched and hearing noises everywhere. Suddenly, you recall your past pet dog, only to encounter a "DOG" in the present.

Why similar: Horror 30.4%, Mystery 23.2%, Atmospheric 16.8%, Exploration 15%, Adventure 11.7%

Where We Went is a narrative driven puzzle game. Step into the role of a mysterious character that can control ancient guardians to solve puzzles. Uncover the story behind your visit to the tomb and the reason for its existence!

Why similar: Puzzle 23.5%, Mystery 22.7%, Adventure 15.3%, Top-Down 15.2%, Atmospheric 7.9%

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

Why similar: Mystery 27.7%, Puzzle 17.5%, 2D 15.3%, Horror 14.7%, Adventure 9.3%

"Hold Me Still" is a point-and-click puzzle mystery game where you investigate your friend's disappearance by exploring their house, collecting clues, solving puzzles, and uncovering the truth.

Why similar: Puzzle 29.1%, Adventure 20.6%, Mystery 16%, 2D 13.7%, Exploration 10.9%

A small, lonely boy on a hopeful quest navigates through a dark and dreary motel. Dive into its mysterious, eerie atmosphere and find your way through the motel's strange puzzles, as it becomes increasingly clear that reality is not as it seems.

Why similar: Puzzle 23.1%, Third Person 20.3%, Top-Down 18.2%, 2D 14.7%, Exploration 10.4%

A journey through ancient mysteries and forces described by the original short story "The Picture in the House" written by H.P Lovecraft.

Why similar: Investigation 26.6%, Horror 18.1%, Puzzle 14.8%, Adventure 11.7%, Exploration 10.2%

Down the Rabbit Hole is an adventure set in Wonderland prior to Alice's arrival. You will guide a girl who is looking for her lost pet by solving puzzles, uncovering secrets and making choices about the story along the way.

Why similar: Puzzle 37.3%, Adventure 23.6%, Atmospheric 19.5%, Mystery 6.8%, Story Rich 6.2%

Memories swirl all around you...Or are these memories? Familiar faces and places you think you remember but somehow now seem so different. Why are you here? Where is here?

Why similar: Puzzle 21.9%, Top-Down 16.1%, Horror 13.6%, Atmospheric 10.7%, Dialogue Heavy 10.3%

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Puzzle 22.1%, Mystery 16.6%, Horror 12.7%, Atmospheric 12.2%, 2D 11.9%

Enter The White Door and discover Rusty Lake’s universe in a new game with a unique style! Explore Robert Hill’s dreams and help him to find his lost memories. Can you survive the strict daily routine and bring back color to Robert's life?

Why similar: Puzzle 31.7%, Adventure 23.5%, Mystery 16.9%, Indie 9.6%, Atmospheric 7%

Quintus and the Absent Truth is a Horror-Adventure game featuring a Man and his Mouse. A story-rich game with a unique art style, fun puzzles and an adorable little companion, your new best friend, Quintus.

Why similar: Horror 27.5%, Adventure 19.4%, Puzzle 19.1%, Mystery 16.3%, Story Rich 9.3%

Snow Cone Serenade is a short and sweet liminal adventure. Choose your mood and roll the dice to succeed or fail in spicy situations. Enter a cursed snow world to save your sick dog, Jedediah. Unravel a mind-bending mystery to face your innermost fears.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 26.7%, Adventure 17.3%, Mystery 16.4%, Atmospheric 14.3%, Story Rich 11.8%

Interacting with the unidentified life form “Kuon”, we move forward with the pain. A surreal, mysterious fancy adventure.

Why similar: Atmospheric 60.5%, Adventure 30.6%, Singleplayer 8.8%

"CowaCowa: Jinmenken" is a 3D horror adventure game based on the Japanese urban legend of the "Jinmenken," a dog with a human face. Explore a hand-drawn 2.5D world from a first-person perspective, uncovering eerie mysteries in a quiet residential neighborhood at night.

Why similar: Horror 40.3%, Exploration 23.7%, Adventure 20.7%, Story Rich 8.3%, Indie 4.7%