Games Like The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition

Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.7%, Pirates 19.2% ★, Comedy 13.1%, Adventure 7.2%, Funny 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern return to the series that recaptures the charm and wit of the original games.

Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.7%, Classic 22.1% ★, Pirates 14.4% ★, Comedy 9.9%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the iconic pirate adventure with the same humor and puzzle-solving mechanics.

Fourth in the legendary Monkey Island series of graphic adventures!

Why similar: Point & Click 23%, Classic 22.9% ★, Pirates 16% ★, Comedy 9.7%, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: The fourth installment in the series brings the classic pirate humor into a 3D environment.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.7%, Classic 30% ★, Comedy 8.5%, 1990's 6.5%, Adventure 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game features the same brilliant humor and classic point-and-click puzzle design.

While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.

Why similar: Pirates 29.5% ★, Point & Click 27.5%, Comedy 12.5%, Funny 7.4%, 1990's 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic adventure that keeps the spirit of the series alive with Guybrush's signature wit.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Classic 32.9% ★, Point & Click 28%, Comedy 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of narrative-driven adventure that shares the same LucasArts DNA and clever writing.

Originally released by LucasArts in 1995, Full Throttle is a classic graphic adventure game from industry legend Tim Schafer, telling the story of Ben Throttle; butt-kicking leader of biker gang the Polecats, who gets caught up in a tale of Motorcycles, Mayhem and Murder.

Why similar: Point & Click 33%, Classic 27.9% ★, Comedy 11.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Another LucasArts classic that excels in atmosphere, character-driven storytelling, and intuitive puzzle design.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 43.1%, Classic 13.7% ★, Adventure 10.3%, Comedy 7.9%, 1990's 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the original Monkey Island developers, this game is a love letter to classic 90s point-and-click adventures.

The Man With The Hat Is Back In His Greatest Adventure Yet! 1939 - The eve of World War II. Nazi agents are about to get their hands on a weapon more dangerous than the atom bomb. Only Indy can stop them before they unleash the deadly secret that sank Atlantis.

Why similar: Point & Click 41.1%, Classic 33.3% ★, Adventure 9%, 1990's 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This adventure captures the same spirit of exploration and puzzle-solving found in the golden age of LucasArts.

Grab your nightstick, squeal like a siren, and Hit the Road with Sam & Max, Freelance Police, as they attempt to crack their toughest case.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.1%, Classic 17.3% ★, Comedy 10.2%, 1990's 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious and surreal point-and-click adventure that perfectly matches the comedic tone of Monkey Island.

An open-and-shut case of petty vandalism balloons into a far-flung mind-control conspiracy involving former child stars, the media, the mafia, the government, the internet, and the bright side of the moon. Telltale's episodic classic, lovingly remastered by members of the original development team.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.9%, Comedy 19.3%, Adventure 12.2%, Funny 9.1%, Puzzle 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This episodic revival features the same sharp, irreverent humor that fans of the genre will appreciate.

King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 30%, Classic 22.1% ★, Adventure 11.9%, Comedy 9.8%, Puzzle 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This modern reimagining captures the fantasy adventure spirit with a heavy emphasis on choice and humor.

A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.8%, Comedy 11.8%, Adventure 10.3%, Classic 7.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern adventure game from a legendary designer that features a whimsical story and beautiful hand-drawn art.

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 47.2%, Comedy 18.3%, Adventure 10.2%, Classic 6.2% ★, Funny 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant and funny point-and-click adventure that leans heavily into the slapstick comedy and puzzle style of the classics.

Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection.

Why similar: Classic 37.3% ★, Point & Click 32.9%, Comedy 10.6%, Adventure 9.3%, 1990's 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic series that shares the same comedic, puzzle-heavy DNA as the early Monkey Island games.

An asteroid the size of a small moon is on a crash course toward Earth. Once the wayward asteroid is nuked into a safe orbit, a trio conducts a routine examination of the rocky surface. What they uncover is anything but routine.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.3%, Classic 24.5% ★, Adventure 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, 1990's 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A more serious but equally compelling LucasArts adventure that showcases the studio's mastery of atmosphere and puzzles.

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.2%, Comedy 14.6%, Classic 12.8% ★, Adventure 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed adventure that is packed with humor and references to classic gaming tropes.

Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Why similar: Point & Click 55.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Puzzle 9.7%, Adventure 9.1%, Story Rich 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, wordless point-and-click adventure that focuses on clever environmental puzzles and charming character design.

Long after the passing of the Second Shadow, when dragons ruled the twilight sky and the stars were bright and numerous, came the Age of the Great Guilds. Blacksmiths. Shepherds. Clerics. Each dedicated to the absolute control of secret knowledge. Another such Guild was the Weavers.

Why similar: Point & Click 38.2%, Classic 36.6% ★, Adventure 9.8%, 1990's 4.7%, Puzzle 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique musical adventure from LucasArts that offers a distinct take on the traditional point-and-click formula.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 46.2%, Classic 29.8% ★, Adventure 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, 1990's 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic mystery adventure that offers a more mature, story-rich experience while maintaining traditional mechanics.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 45.7%, Classic 24.7% ★, Adventure 15.3%, Puzzle 5.8%, Great Soundtrack 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric adventure game that focuses on a compelling narrative and immersive world-building.

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Point & Click 74.2%, Adventure 15.9%, Story Rich 4.8%, Pixel Graphics 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fantastic cyberpunk adventure that features complex puzzles and a gripping, multi-layered narrative.

The Inner World – A 2D-Point’n’Click Adventure Together with the help of the mysterious thief Laura, his best intentions and no clue whatsoever, Robert sets off on his adventure to discover the secret of the wind's disappearance. Will the young adventurer be able to save his world?

Why similar: Point & Click 48.9%, Adventure 13.6%, Classic 12.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Comedy 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and funny point-and-click game with a unique art style and clever puzzle design.

The classic Myst experience with point and click controls, released as a remaster to the original in 2000. Enter a world where nothing is as it seems... and adventure knows no bounds!

Why similar: Classic 37.5% ★, Point & Click 33.7%, Adventure 14.4%, 1990's 6.9%, Puzzle 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic of the puzzle-adventure genre that rewards observation and logical thinking.

Paradigm is a surreal adventure game set in the strange and post apocalyptic Eastern European country of Krusz. Play as the handsome mutant, Paradigm, whose past comes back to haunt him in the form of a genetically engineered sloth that vomits candy.

Why similar: Point & Click 48.8%, Comedy 19.1%, Adventure 12.4%, Funny 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and hilarious adventure game that embraces the absurdity often found in classic point-and-click titles.

Life has ceased. Man is but a myth. And now, even the machines have begun to fail. Lead Horatio Nullbuilt and his sarcastic sidekick Crispin on a journey through the crumbling world of Primordia, facing malfunctioning robots, ancient secrets, and an implacable, power-hungry foe.

Why similar: Point & Click 73.8%, Adventure 13.3%, Story Rich 4.5%, Puzzle 2.1%, Retro 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic point-and-click adventure that excels in world-building and challenging logic puzzles.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 70.3%, Adventure 16.1%, Story Rich 7.2%, 2D 2.4%, Pixel Graphics 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern urban fantasy adventure that features branching paths and deep character interactions.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 99.3%, Adventure 0.4%, Retro 0.1%, Puzzle 0.1%, Story Rich 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling mystery adventure that captures the feel of 90s point-and-click games with a modern narrative touch.

The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?

Why similar: Point & Click 37%, Classic 17.2% ★, 1990's 13.4%, Pirates 12.8% ★, Adventure 5.1%

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Point & Click 61%, Funny 15.1%, Adventure 9.9%, Story Rich 6.5%, 2D 4.7%

Cleo is a solo-developed, top-down, pixel-art, retro, pirate adventure with a lot of nostalgic flair, humor and a linear story, inspired by the old Zelda games and the classic LucasArts adventure games.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.8%, Pirates 26.5% ★, Comedy 11.4%, 1990's 10.2%, Funny 7.2%

‘Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Remastered’ is a stunning update to the multi million-selling original. A mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which journalist Nico Collard and her adventuring companion George Stobbart must overcome powerful forces from fulfilling their evil ambitions.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.4%, Comedy 13.7%, 1990's 11.8%, Adventure 9.2%, Funny 7.6%

Quick, Dr. Fred's Kidnapped Sandy and he's about to start the experiment...

Why similar: Classic 42.4% ★, Point & Click 30.1%, Adventure 8.8%, 1990's 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!

Why similar: Point & Click 62.3%, Adventure 15.1%, Classic 13.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Puzzle 2.9%

Runaway: A Twist of Fate is the adventure game of the year! Featuring a production worthy of a big 2D animated movie, Runaway follows a story full of twists and turns, and packed with comical highlights. All in all, you will be confronted with more than 200 mysteries and puzzles to keep your brain running through a big adventure that you...

Why similar: Point & Click 72.9%, Adventure 19.5%, Puzzle 4%, Story Rich 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Delores is back home and working as a photographer for the Nickel News. Thimbleweed Park hasn’t changed at all in the year she’s been away… or has it? Sample Ron Gilbert’s new adventure game engine in this free prototype that uses “found art” from the award-winning Thimbleweed Park.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.5%, Classic 17% ★, Adventure 16.7%, Comedy 8.7%, 1990's 6.1%

With this long-expected sequel to the critically highly acclaimed and lavishly praised Deponia, the player enters round two. Chaos on Deponia turns out to be even wackier than its predecessor and instantly puts the player under its spell.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.3%, Comedy 20.1%, Adventure 11.5%, Classic 5.9% ★, Funny 4.4%

New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 55.1%, Classic 12.6% ★, Adventure 12%, Comedy 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%

Seven classic games in one collection. Celebrate the golden age of adventure games all over again with the return of King's Quest.The bravest knight in all of Daventry, Sir Graham, is appointed by the dying king to embark on a Quest for the Crown.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.3%, Classic 38.9% ★, Adventure 10.9%, 1990's 4.2%, Retro 3.8%

Summoned to a strange magical world, Simon must complete an ancient prophecy to return home. Solve crazy puzzles, cast spells, brew odd potions and uncover the origins of a legendary saga!

Why similar: Point & Click 35.2%, Comedy 16.6%, 1990's 11.8%, Funny 8.1%, Adventure 7.5%

Nelly Cootalot is the stupidly named pirate adventurer with a heart of gold. Uncover corruption and wanton punning in this HD revival of a classic freeware adventure game.

Why similar: Pirates 22% ★, Classic 21.8% ★, Point & Click 21.4%, Comedy 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%

3 Skulls of the Toltecs was one of the last classic point & click adventure release in 1996, now you can play it again in this wonderful remastered version with enhanced graphics up to 4k.

Why similar: Classic 38.9% ★, Point & Click 30.1%, Adventure 13.1%, 1990's 12.6%, Retro 5.5%

Edna & Harvey are back! The award-winning adventure with high resolution visuals, new technology, intuitive controls – Experience this quirky cult classic with Edna & Harvey anew, but better than ever before!

Why similar: Point & Click 41%, Adventure 36.5%, Comedy 16.4%, Puzzle 6.1%

Ben There, Dan That! and Time Gentlemen, Please! are a couple of rip-roaring point-and-click adventure games . With tongue firmly in cheek, sit back, relax, and put your mind to work solving puzzles, and reading some very funny dialogue. It's like a book, only good!

Why similar: Point & Click 56.7%, Comedy 15%, Adventure 11.6%, Classic 6.6% ★, Funny 3.2%

In a race against time, Betty embarks on a thrilling, comedy-packed adventure to crack a conspiracy that starts with a bang and ends at 3 Minutes to Midnight.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.1%, Comedy 16.9%, Funny 8.7%, Adventure 8.3%, Classic 5.5% ★

A comedic 2D point and click adventure, featuring a crazy cast of poxy pirate pooches.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.2%, Pirates 27.4% ★, Comedy 14.5%, Adventure 13.9%

The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.2%, Classic 31.6% ★, Adventure 9.4%, Story Rich 4.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.1%

Travel to the four corners of the world with Brian and Gina in a crazy story packed full of surprises. Pirates, spies, surfers, soldiers, and even aliens get in on the act - all combining to create a wonderfully rewarding experience to savour and remember forever!

Why similar: Point & Click 57.9%, Adventure 13.8%, Comedy 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%, Funny 4.9%

DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.

Why similar: Classic 53.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 16.8%, Adventure 14.4%, Retro 9.7%, Nostalgia 2.6% ★

A letter from 10 years ago, an intricate web of lies to unravel and a mystery to solve. Explore an unconventional town of pirates, dive into the past, collect items and look for clues to help Willy find out what happened to his father...

Why similar: Pirates 31.6% ★, Point & Click 28.5%, Comedy 11.5%, Funny 7%, Adventure 6%

Released in 1997 as the original sequel to Myst, one of the best-selling puzzle adventure games of all time. Prepare to enter a world "torn asunder" by timeless, unresolved conflicts -- a world of incomparable beauty, intrigue, and betrayal.

Why similar: Classic 35.2% ★, Point & Click 34.5%, Adventure 10.9%, Puzzle 7.2%, 1990's 4.5%

Inspired by the great ‘90s classics such as 'Monkey Island', 'Day of the Tentacle', 'Tony Tough' and 'Sam & Max: Hit the Road', "The Wardrobe" has a strong sense of humour, but isn't shy about dealing with mature and non-politically correct themes.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.4%, Comedy 20.8%, Adventure 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, 1990's 6.3%

Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.

Why similar: Classic 53.1% ★, Adventure 19.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Retro 8.1%, Singleplayer 2.6%