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Three Kingdoms of Shadows blends dark political intrigue with occult folklore. As Liu Bei, raised to rule Xuzhou as a pliable puppet, enact decrees, manage resources, and outmaneuver the factions behind your rise. Follow history—or pursue optional mysteries to unlock a path no chronicle recorded.

Reviews: Very Positive — 94% — of 50 reviews
Released: 2026-08-12
Developer: 鹏砚
Genres: Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    Players will enter the Town of Dusk, built on the eve of Empire of Japan's defeat in World War II, along with other characters. Avoid being killed by other characters! Find the mastermind behind the scenes, unravel all the conspiracies, and uncover the truth! Ultimately escape the Town of Dusk!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.7%, Visual Novel 25.1%, Psychological Horror 18.2%, Historical 8.3%, Story Rich 7.6%

  55. #55 The Reeve
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 53 reviews2024
    Dev: Gray Muscat
    Windows · Mac

    You are an Administrator serving your probationary period in a medieval town. Make decisions to affect the town's reputation, order, military and supplies. Choose wisely to deal with bandits, famines, cultists and plagues. The most difficult choices will decide the fate of your town!

    Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.4%, Interactive Fiction 22%, Visual Novel 16.3%, RPG 9.7%, Story Rich 7.1%

  56. #56 Long Knives
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 587 reviews2025
    Dev: Jade Hex
    Windows · Mac

    Role-play as an ancient Chinese constable. Solving cases and bringing criminals to justice is only part of your duty. Every choice leads the story down a different path, and the world itself evolves in response to your actions.

    Why similar: Historical 32.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 24.3%, Interactive Fiction 14.1%, Visual Novel 12%, Story Rich 9.9%

  57. #57 Survive the Blackout
    71% matchMixed65% of 88 reviews2020
    Dev: Baby Bison Games
    Windows

    Survive the Blackout is a narrative survival game set in a dark post-apocalyptic world. Choose Your Own Adventure gameplay, squad-level management, exploration, scavenging, and difficult moral choices. A modern-day tribute to The Oregon Trail.

    Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 31.5%, Survival 22.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.6%, Strategy 11.8%, Simulation 7.6%

  58. #58 A War of a Madman's Making
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 116 reviews2024
    Dev: Witching Metal Prod.
    Windows

    You are subordinate to the deranged dictator and must plan his doomed invasion in this text-based RPG / Visual Novel. Navigate the shark-filled waters of the Great Leader's presidential cabinet, try to save your family, and survive the purges in a world of power-hungry leaders and nuclear warfare.

    Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.5%, Interactive Fiction 22.8%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Historical 17%, Story Rich 5.6%

  59. #59 Three Kingdoms : Alias
    65% matchVery Positive82% of 344 reviews2026
    Dev: Plotrick
    Windows

    A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.

    Why similar: Political Sim 58.5%, Historical 22.3%, Strategy 8.3%, Tactical 6.9%, Simulation 3.6%

  60. #60 The War for the West
    69% matchVery Positive82% of 77 reviews2019
    Dev: Hosted Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Rule the land as you see fit, using alliances, intrigue or warfare to establish your House as a dominant force in the realm's politics.

    Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 62.7%, RPG 27.2%, Adventure 10%

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