Games Like ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.

Why similar: Political 16.7% ★, CRPG 15.3%, Isometric 13%, Choices Matter 11.8%, RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: As the spiritual predecessor to the seed game, it offers unparalleled dialogue-driven narrative and character-focused roleplaying.

Roleplaying in the ruins of interplanetary capitalism. Live the life of an escaped worker, washed-up on a lawless station at the edge of an interstellar society. Inspired by the flexibility and freedom of TTRPGs, explore the station, choose your friends, escape your past and change your future.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 48.8%, Story Rich 17.8%, RPG 17.6%, Atmospheric 10%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric RPG that mirrors the seed game's focus on survival, identity, and navigating a precarious, dystopian world.

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: CRPG 28.9%, Isometric 19.3%, RPG 14.9%, Choices Matter 14%, Story Rich 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique CRPG that forces players to navigate complex moral ambiguity and political power struggles in a world where evil has already won.

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: CRPG 31.3%, Isometric 21.2%, Point & Click 11.7%, Choices Matter 11.5%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric RPG that emphasizes investigation and character-driven storytelling within a rich, historical setting.

Loyalty carries a price and no one knows this more than agent Michael Thorton. A talented young agent cast out by his government, Thorton is the only one with the information needed to stop an impending international catastrophe.

Why similar: Choices Matter 35.4%, RPG 34.3%, Character Customization 17.4%, Story Rich 9.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive espionage RPG that allows players to shape their own spy story through branching choices and social manipulation.

Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!

Why similar: CRPG 28.1%, Isometric 26.9%, RPG 20.8%, Story Rich 10.2%, Female Protagonist 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic CRPG that excels at weaving conspiracy, tactical combat, and character-driven narratives in a cyberpunk setting.

A Victorian steampunk RPG with tarot cards instead of dice. Investigate the disappearance of society’s most vulnerable to uncover a mysterious cult. Play as three characters, each with their own skills and motivations. Customize your characters with narrative choices to unlock new tarot cards.

Why similar: CRPG 27.6%, Isometric 17.9%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Character Customization 9%, Open World 8%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk CRPG that prioritizes dialogue and character-driven choices over traditional combat encounters.

You play as Adam Jensen, an experienced covert operative operating in a world that despises his kind: augmented humans. Choose from an arsenal of state-of-the-art weapons and augmentations to build your playstyle, and decide who you'll trust, to unravel a vast worldwide conspiracy.

Why similar: Conspiracy 38.3% ★, Open World 16.4%, Story Rich 16.3%, RPG 16.2%, Atmospheric 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive sim that perfectly captures the feeling of being a lone operative uncovering global conspiracies in a high-tech world.

Step into a living illustrated world in a time when Europe is at a crossroads of great religious and political change. Walk in the footsteps of Andreas Maler, a master artist who finds himself in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue in the Bavarian Alps.

Why similar: Conspiracy 43.7% ★, Point & Click 19.5%, Story Rich 18.2%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG where every choice has profound, long-lasting consequences on the world and the people within it.

Gamedec is a single-player cyberpunk isometric RPG. You are a game detective, who solves crimes inside virtual worlds. Use your wits to gather info from your witnesses and suspects, getting to the bottom of deceptive schemes. The game continually adapts to your decisions and never judges.

Why similar: CRPG 30.6%, Isometric 21.5%, Choices Matter 16%, Story Rich 11.4%, RPG 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric detective RPG focused on investigation, moral dilemmas, and uncovering the truth in virtual worlds.

Esoteric Ebb is a single-player CRPG inspired by the freedom of tabletop adventures. Unravel a political conspiracy with your goblin sidekick. Roll dice in tense encounters. Become a cleric of legends or completely ruin the campaign.

Why similar: CRPG 21.8%, Political 19.3% ★, Isometric 14.5%, Choices Matter 10%, Point & Click 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric CRPG that shares the surreal, narrative-dense DNA and focus on player agency found in the seed game.

Pathologic 2 is a groundbreaking open-world horror RPG. Resist the plague. Make medicine. Heal people. Perform an autopsy. Trade to get what you need. Fight and kill if necessary. Survive. Struggle with an outbreak in a secluded rural town that is rapidly turning into hell.

Why similar: CRPG 23.5%, Choices Matter 16.5%, Isometric 13.7%, Open World 12.5%, Story Rich 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: An intense, atmospheric survival RPG where choices are brutal and the world feels constantly on the brink of collapse.

Torment: Tides of Numenera is the thematic successor to Planescape: Torment, one of the most critically acclaimed role-playing games of all time. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG set in Monte Cook’s Numenera universe. What does one life matter? Find your answer.

Why similar: CRPG 29.8%, Isometric 25.4%, RPG 17.9%, Story Rich 9.5%, Choices Matter 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A philosophical CRPG that emphasizes dialogue, narrative exploration, and the weight of player decisions.

Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.

Why similar: RPG 48.7%, Story Rich 18.2%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cult-classic RPG that masterfully blends urban conspiracy, social intrigue, and deep roleplaying mechanics.

Immerse yourself in this Decopunk Narrative RPG set in an alternate 1930s where anti-gravitational technology has taken cars, roads, and even New York City into the sky. Muster a crew, master tactical turn-based combat, and unravel the dark secrets lurking beneath the floating metropolis.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 21.1%, Point & Click 17.9%, Choices Matter 17.9%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, RPG 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical CRPG that combines alternate history with deep narrative choices and character development.

Hack into crime scenes, look for evidence, analyze data, interrogate criminals, track suspects and deal with the consequences of your decisions. This is a dark and brutal detective story with a Black Mirror-esque atmosphere of digital dominance and the narrative structure of a US crime procedural.

Why similar: Political 26.9% ★, Point & Click 17.5%, Choices Matter 17.3%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Story Rich 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A detective simulation game set in a dystopian future that relies on hacking and investigation to unravel a conspiracy.

Sector Unknown is a solo-developed, isometric sci-fi RPG set in a shadowy expanse of space. Begin on a desolate planet, establish a stronghold, explore space, ally with or dominate local factions, and combat a despotic organization set on ruthlessly exploiting the sector's resources and inhabitants.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 24.6%, CRPG 23.3%, Isometric 18.4%, Character Customization 11.6%, Choices Matter 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dialogue-heavy CRPG that emphasizes character customization and the tactical navigation of complex social situations.

Survive and unveil the mysteries of the Weird West through the intertwined destinies of its unusual heroes in an Action RPG from the co-creators of Dishonored and Prey.

Why similar: Isometric 39%, Choices Matter 17.3%, RPG 14.6%, Story Rich 13.5%, Atmospheric 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive sim that allows for emergent gameplay and significant narrative consequences in a dark, supernatural setting.

An immersive sim-lite in a fictional historical setting. You are on the world's first airship about to crash down and have to find the culprit. Sneak around, break into cabins, interrogate passengers, find evidence - but be careful not to incriminate yourself!

Why similar: Conspiracy 29.8% ★, Dialogue Heavy 18.1%, Dark Comedy 13.1%, Choices Matter 13.1%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive sim focused on social deduction and investigation within a confined, high-tension environment.

Experience a Narrative Adventure where your choices and character growth truly matter. As a member of a 1793 secret society, live a tale of intrigue and manipulation on the hunt for your missing mother.

Why similar: Choices Matter 35.2%, RPG 19.8%, Conspiracy 17% ★, Story Rich 16.6%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven thriller centered on political intrigue, social manipulation, and uncovering hidden agendas.

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: CRPG 25.8%, Isometric 19.3%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Point & Click 11.6%, RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric RPG that captures the dark, moody atmosphere of urban conspiracy and hidden societies.

A story-rich gothic RPG. Master the rituals of an ancient spellbook. Commune with the realm of the dead and struggle with your descent into madness. Build the power to raise an undead army and march against your enemies. Progress through secrecy, diplomacy, blackmail, coercion and seduction.

Why similar: CRPG 34.9%, Dialogue Heavy 18.2%, Open World 12%, Choices Matter 11.7%, Story Rich 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic CRPG that prioritizes atmospheric storytelling and player agency in a dark, magical world.

Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.

Why similar: Isometric 53.5%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Choices Matter 21.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical espionage game that captures the high-stakes tension of infiltration and resource management.

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: CRPG 32.4%, Character Customization 16.4%, Open World 15.6%, Choices Matter 13.2%, RPG 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused action RPG that features a gritty, choice-driven world where factions vie for control.

When a high-ranking security officer saves you from prison, you end up a pawn in her schemes. Now you must eliminate anyone standing in the way of her secret plans and try to get your life back while working two jobs. No tenant, employee or superior is safe from your spying.

Why similar: Political 35.7% ★, Isometric 21.4%, Point & Click 17.6%, Choices Matter 8.6%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A political simulation that forces players to make difficult, morally gray choices while operating within a surveillance state.

Play a third-person, story-driven game set in alternative Russia at the turn of the XIX century where religious visions clash with harsh reality. INDIKA tells the story of a young nun who sets off on a journey of self-discovery with the most unusual companion by her side, the devil himself.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 34.4%, Story Rich 26.7%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Atmospheric 9%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal narrative adventure that explores themes of faith and identity through a unique, thought-provoking lens.

The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.

Why similar: CRPG 36.9%, Isometric 23.2%, Choices Matter 14.6%, Story Rich 9.8%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore CRPG where political maneuvering and player choices are the primary tools for survival in a crumbling empire.

2D RPG about the brutal daily life of Ray - an artist struggling with addiction, who takes care of her little sister. Look after your condition - no one should know about the addiction. Improve your skills, sell paintings, do everything to ease the withdrawal. Survive and look for a way out.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 20.6%, 1990's 12%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Point & Click 11.4%

Vendir: Plague of Lies is a classic party-based RPG with a deep storyline and turn-based combat. Experience an intricately crafted world, steeped in history and brought to life through a carefully crafted atmosphere and the trials and tribulations of stories of the people that inhabit it.

Why similar: CRPG 31.3%, Dialogue Heavy 13.9%, Isometric 13.5%, Character Customization 11.4%, Choices Matter 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical CRPG with a dark fantasy setting that focuses on deep narrative roots and party-based decision making.

Pursue diamond thieves and a trail of cryptic puzzles in this short ‘60s spy adventure. As Agent Epsilon you’ll choose your path as you chat with (or chat up!) suspicious contacts. Deduce the puzzle rules, decode cryptograms and decipher clues as you solve wordplay & logic puzzles across the globe!

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 40.8%, Female Protagonist 24.6%, Funny 17.3%, Story Rich 14.8%, Singleplayer 2.4%

1924. Private Investigator Pierce is sent to look into the tragic death of the Hawkins family. Plunge into a world of creeping madness and cosmic horror. Cryptic clues, shadowy figures, and pure terror bar your way as you fight to retain your sanity and solve an otherworldly mystery.

Why similar: Story Rich 31.3%, Atmospheric 21.7%, RPG 20.9%, Choices Matter 19.2%, Singleplayer 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An investigation-heavy thriller that blends cosmic horror with the methodical work of a private detective.

A gritty dice-driven RPG, in a steampunk city. You escaped the War, but how to survive? Explore the city. Build up your skills. Decide who to trust. Choose carefully: you might just spark a revolution!

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 32.8%, CRPG 26.3%, Political 15.3% ★, Choices Matter 9.6%, Story Rich 8.1%

Unrest is a role playing adventure game set in a fantasy interpretation of ancient India that adapts to death, failure, and the choices you make. Play as ordinary people in a struggle for safety, freedom, and a chance at peace. Use conversation, manipulation (and rarely, violence) to achieve your goals.

Why similar: CRPG 27.9%, Isometric 15.3%, Dialogue Heavy 15%, Point & Click 11.9%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: An interactive fiction CRPG that focuses on the lives of ordinary people struggling to survive in a crumbling, politically charged society.

In this point-and-click urban thriller, down-and-out private eye Kathy Rain will embark on her most dangerous case yet — the pursuit of the notorious serial killer known as the Soothsayer. Find clues, gather evidence, connect the dots, and confront the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted…

Why similar: Conspiracy 29.1% ★, Thriller 16.4%, Point & Click 15.1%, 1990's 13.1%, Female Protagonist 10.9%

Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.

Why similar: CRPG 27.7%, Isometric 18.8%, RPG 15.6%, Character Customization 10.4%, Open World 8%

Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.

Why similar: CRPG 31.1%, Isometric 17.1%, Character Customization 14.4%, Choices Matter 12.1%, Open World 10%

A pointy-clicky comedy corporate thriller. Solve puzzles, get to know your colleagues, and unravel a sinister global conspiracy. All in a day's work.

Why similar: Conspiracy 32.1% ★, Dark Comedy 25.6%, Point & Click 18.2%, Dialogue Heavy 10.3%, Story Rich 8.1%

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Point & Click 21.1%, Conspiracy 19.8% ★, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Choices Matter 13%, Story Rich 10.2%

Lie, blackmail, and steal your way down The Low Road. Rookie agent Noomi Kovacs must navigate her way through the world of corporate espionage in this dark spy comedy set in the 1970s.

Why similar: Dark Comedy 33.4%, Point & Click 21.7%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Funny 11.2%, Story Rich 10%

Narrative-adventure playing an Agent of Death who must take ONE life that could change the fate of a conflict-torn Nation

Why similar: Political 22.1% ★, Isometric 13.9%, RPG 13.7%, Dialogue Heavy 10.2%, Point & Click 9.1%

VULTURES is a tactical turn-based survival horror, inspired by 90's survival horror classics. As an operative, scavenge the infested metropolis for materials and information that could cure the infection plaguing the world.

Why similar: Isometric 50.8%, Female Protagonist 30.3%, RPG 18.9%

The Pavura needs four volunteers to solve the mystery of an abandoned village. Answer the call to adventure in this party-based beat ‘em up RPG!

Why similar: CRPG 35.7%, Isometric 18.3%, RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Character Customization 8.1%

Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)

Why similar: Isometric 31.7%, CRPG 28.8%, RPG 22.6%, Story Rich 6.6%, Indie 5.9%

Paradise Island, a world outside reality. There’s been a murder that only "investigation freak" Lady Love Dies can solve. Gather evidence and interrogate suspects in this open world adventure. You can accuse anyone, but you’ll have to prove your case in trial. It’s up to you to decide who’s guilty.

Why similar: Point & Click 18.9%, Open World 18.7%, Female Protagonist 17%, Choices Matter 16.2%, Story Rich 11.4%

A dark cyberpunk RPG in a bleak dystopian future. Become a "freelancer" in the heart of Slade City, a sprawling urban nightmare of grimy asphalt and broken dreams where crime and disorder run rampant. - Stay Alert. Stay Armed. Stay Alive. Don't lose your humanity.

Why similar: CRPG 36.3%, Character Customization 16.2%, Open World 14.8%, Choices Matter 11.3%, RPG 9.2%

The challenge of a dangerous serial killer plummets detective Lazarus Bundy’s career into a chasm with no way out. In a desperate attempt at a comeback, Lazarus decides to secretly investigate the disappearance of Kathrin Mulzberg.

Why similar: Thriller 28.3%, Point & Click 20.9%, Female Protagonist 14%, Dark Comedy 11.3%, Story Rich 9.5%

Journey across a dying world. Manage your resources. Build relationships with anthropomorphic characters. Find a new home or become a fuel drinking madman.

Why similar: Isometric 24.1%, Dialogue Heavy 23.3%, Point & Click 15%, Choices Matter 13.6%, RPG 9.6%

Sector Unknown - Prologue is a free demo of the story-rich, isometric RPG Sector Unknown. Start on the desolate planet of Maku, establish a stronghold, ally with or dominate local factions, and combat a tyrannical organization set on ruthlessly exploiting the sector's resources and inhabitants.

Why similar: CRPG 30%, Isometric 17.4%, RPG 13.2%, Dialogue Heavy 11.9%, Character Customization 9.1%

Harlequin Fair is an experimental RPG and immersive sim set in the shadows of Toronto by night. Cast dreadful spells, buy small arms with cash: cling to the light 'til the light bites you back

Why similar: Conspiracy 36.4% ★, Choices Matter 18.1%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, RPG 13.1%, 1990's 9.2%

In Tactical Breach Wizards, you lead a team of renegade wizards in kevlar through turn-based battles to unravel a modern conspiracy plot. Combine their unique spells in clever ways, or rewind time to try every crazy plan you can think of to punch a Traffic Warlock through a 4th story window.

Why similar: Isometric 32.8%, Funny 22.3%, Story Rich 20.9%, RPG 14.3%, Indie 5.2%

Get in, get the goods, get out. What could possibly go wrong? In this single-player, story-driven cyberpunk RPG, play as Alexandra - a street-smart thief on the run after a failed heist. Put together a team of unusual allies, pull off thrilling heists, and fight and hack using your deck of cards.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.9%, Story Rich 28.3%, RPG 28.1%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Singleplayer 2.4%

A suave secret agent adventure game. Your mission (should you choose to accept) is to infiltrate enemy spy Ruby La Rouge’s secret hideaway and put a stop to her evil plans!

Why similar: Point & Click 33.7%, Female Protagonist 25.9%, Funny 19.3%, Story Rich 16.8%, Singleplayer 4.3%

A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.

Why similar: CRPG 41.9%, Isometric 19.9%, RPG 10.5%, Open World 8%, Choices Matter 7.8%

TRUST NO ONE BUT YOURSELF as you adventure into the dark world of espionage amidst the volatile atmosphere of impending war. As a double agent, you must find clever ways to pit enemy factions against each other while eluding pursuers in each of your increasingly dangerous missions.

Why similar: Point & Click 61%, Female Protagonist 39%

Join the District Crime Agency in this isometric, modern noir deduction thriller. Explore crime scenes in complex dioramas, organize your evidence effectively, and blur the lines between right and wrong to present your case. Do you have what it takes to be a real detective?

Why similar: Isometric 41.9%, Point & Click 27.1%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Indie 10.5%, Atmospheric 5.7%

You have five days to save your husband, who has just been arrested by the Gestapo. Investigate, explore and form allegiances in this story-rich RPG-lite. Who will you trust?

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 41.2%, Female Protagonist 27.8%, RPG 13.8%, Story Rich 12.9%, Singleplayer 3%

An immersive first-person-melee RPG where you create your character and fight, talk or sneak your way out of confrontation. From concrete buildings to futuristic environments - start from the bottom and make your way through narrative missions to the top of the city in a bid for control.

Why similar: Choices Matter 24.1%, Female Protagonist 23.7%, RPG 16.8%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Story Rich 11.7%

In this detective RPG, you untangle a thick web of intrigues, lies, and secrets that surround a mysterious death. Find the origin of eerie telegraph signals, question the villagers, decipher the strange symbols that are suddenly appearing all over town - and hide from the danger lurking in the moor.

Why similar: Choices Matter 33.2%, Story Rich 22.9%, Action-Adventure 21%, RPG 18.4%, Singleplayer 4.5%

You are Marie, a cyborg mercenary dropped into the rot of a post-Soviet city of corruption and opportunity. Shoot, sneak, hack, climb or talk your way through alt-history cyberpunk Poland in an immersive sim where every problem has multiple solutions and every rooftop is reachable.

Why similar: Story Rich 35%, RPG 34.4%, Atmospheric 23.8%, Singleplayer 6.8%

Take on the role of a private investigator in this immersive detective simulator. Solve murders and other crimes in a procedurally generated and persistent city where every NPC lives and breathes their own independent lives. Find the killer quickly… or they will kill again!

Why similar: Open World 50.9%, RPG 22.4%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Indie 8.5%, Singleplayer 6.7%