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Whisper of Y'Ryando is a Lovecraftian puzzle-solving game that showcases a layered papercraft aesthetic. In this game, players will uncover the ongoing stories of the town through a unique perspective, acquiring hundreds of clue fragments by rolling dice.

Reviews: Mixed — 68% — of 94 reviews
Released: 2025-08-15
Developer: IndieCain
Publisher: Gamersky Games
Genres: Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Untangle a gripping conspiracy in this noir-influenced mystery, laced with classic RPG elements. Navigate seedy streets to collect clues, upgrade skills and customize weapons. Brawl in turn-based combat with timed hits & combos, to reveal the dark truth that plagues the city’s core and your sanity.

    Why similar: Mystery 43.5%, Exploration 20.1%, 2D 13.6%, Adventure 9.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%

  54. #54 The Thaumaturge
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 5,600 reviews2024
    Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

    Why similar: Mystery 23.1%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Choices Matter 20.8%, Exploration 12.9%, CRPG 12.2%

  55. #55 Card Detective
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 188 reviews2023
    Dev: 神探饭店制作组
    Windows · Mac

    Players will take on the role of newspaper reporter Hazel Gong, who was originally covering a practice exercise at an abandoned building site, but stumbles upon a mysterious corpse in an accidental collapse!

    Why similar: Mystery 28.3%, Puzzle 23%, Strategy 17.9%, Exploration 11.9%, Colorful 11.9%

  56. #56 Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness
    73% matchMixed44% of 207 reviews2014
    Dev: Cryo InteractivePub: Microids
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    In this thrilling point-and-click adventure based on the works of H.P Lovecraft, you’ll traverse the haunting world of Gothic New England, solving puzzles and acquiring information to help Stanton solve the mystery of the Necronomicon.

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 93.3%, Adventure 6.7%

  57. #57 Mystic Pillars X Kantara
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Holy Cow Productions
    Windows

    Mystic Pillars is an original blend of intriguing puzzles and an immersive storyline set in Ancient India, providing you with a unique gameplay experience.

    Why similar: Mystery 20.8%, Adventure 20.5%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Puzzle 18.9%, Colorful 9.4%

  58. #58 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
    65% matchVery Positive94% of 3,517 reviews2024
    Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 47%, Strategy 14.3%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Exploration 12.4%, CRPG 6.6%

  59. #59 The Apothecary of Trubiz
    64% matchVery Positive94% of 463 reviews2025
    Dev: kinjo
    Windows

    A short puzzle game where you decipher a fictional language, mix potions, and treat patients. Enjoy the thrill of understanding and the small stories that unfold from each cure.

    Why similar: Word Game 46.8%, Puzzle 34.3%, 2D 11.2%, Adventure 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  60. #60 Curious Expedition
    68% matchVery Positive91% of 4,474 reviews2016
    Dev: Maschinen-Mensch
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Curious Expedition is a roguelike expedition simulation set in the late 19th century. Together with famous personalities you will venture on unprecedented expeditions to regions never explored before for fame, science and treasures.

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 61.1%, Choices Matter 12.6%, Exploration 11.1%, Strategy 8.2%, 2D 4.2%

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