Top Based On A Novel Games
60+ based on a novel games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Adventure, Singleplayer, Story Rich, Atmospheric.
Recommended Based On A Novel Games

The Lord of the Rings Online™
Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.

Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
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- #1 The Lord of the Rings Online™93% matchVery Positive81% of 23,153 reviews2012Developer: Standing Stone GamesPublisher: Daybreak Game Company LLCPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.2hMean: 68.1h≥1hr: 76%
Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.
- #2 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-92% matchVery Positive93% of 7,419 reviews2021Developer: Team LadybugPublisher: WSS playgroundPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.8hMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
- #3 Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth89% matchVery Positive92% of 7,579 reviews2017Developer: Daedalic EntertainmentPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.7hMean: 7.2h≥1hr: 84%
12th century, England: In a time of poverty and war, a small town begins the construction of a cathedral to claim wealth and safety for its people. In their struggle to survive, lives and destinies intertwine. Based on Ken Follett's world-bestseller ‘The Pillars of the Earth’.
- #4 I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream88% matchVery Positive89% of 4,003 reviews2013Developer: The Dreamers GuildPublisher: Nightdive StudiosPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.1hMean: 3.6h≥1hr: 79%
The adventure plunges you into the tortured and hidden past of five humans. Delve into their darkest fears. Outwit the Master Computer AM in a game of psychological warfare. Disturbing, compelling. An adventure you won't easily forget !!
- #5 The 39 Steps87% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,612 reviews2013Developer: The Story MechanicsPublisher: The Secret ExperimentPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.5hMean: 4.4h≥1hr: 90%
Prepare to experience the original man-on-the-run thriller in a completely new way! There are secrets to be discovered, locations to be explored and - above all - an incredible tale to be told in this ground-breaking interactive novel.
- #6 Call of Cthulhu®: Dark Corners of the Earth79% matchMixed68% of 3,357 reviews2009Developer: Headfirst ProductionsPublisher: Bethesda SoftworksPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.5hMean: 6.6h≥1hr: 57%
Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth is a first-person horror game that combines intense action and adventure elements.
- #7 The Testament of Sherlock Holmes77% matchVery Positive80% of 3,936 reviews2012Developer: FrogwaresPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 8.8h≥1hr: 89%
Become the greatest detective of all time in The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a twisting, turning investigation game set in a faithfully-reproduced London of 1898. As Sherlock Holmes, you must find clues, interrogate suspects and unveil a mystery in a story full of twists!
- #8 The Forest of Doom (Standalone)77% matchVery Positive81% of 307 reviews2014Developer: Tin Man GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.4hMean: 3.8h≥1hr: 91%
YOU are the hero in Forest of Doom! Explore the sinister Darkwood Forest in the digital Fighting Fantasy Standalone version of Ian Livingstone's classic RPG gamebook!
- #9 Prose & Codes63% matchVery Positive99% of 338 reviews2022Developer: Hero Game Co LLCPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.4hMean: 7.4h≥1hr: 79%
Explore the wonderful world of books through deceptively simple cryptograms. 10% of every purchase benefits Project Gutenberg, an online library of over 60,000 free ebooks.
- #10 Krzyżacy - The Knights of the Cross64% matchMostly Positive76% of 645 reviews2023Developer: Olive Panda StudioPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.8hMean: 7.9h≥1hr: 90%
A story-driven deckbuilding RPG set in the history of Krzyżacy - The Knights of the Cross. Unlike traditional deckbuilders, the teammates you recruit decide the success or failure of battles. Fight the war against the Teutonic, or tackle roguelite runs in this strategic deckbuilder unlike any other.
- #11 A Little Lily Princess63% matchVery Positive93% of 334 reviews2016Developer: HanabiraPublisher: Hanako GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.5hMean: 6.9h≥1hr: 89%
Newly arrived at a boarding school in Victorian England, Sara Crewe uses her love of books and storytelling to build new relationships. But what happens to a fairy-tale princess when she loses everything?
- #12 Game of Thrones64% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,370 reviews2012Developer: Cyanide StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.0hMean: 7.2h≥1hr: 51%
Experience an amazing adventure in one of the most fascinating universes! Amidst conspiracy and betrayal, try to survive the orchestrated machinations around the Iron Throne.
- #13 Nancy Drew®: Curse of Blackmoor Manor63% matchVery Positive88% of 441 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 5.4h≥1hr: 57%
Delve into Dark Legends Lurking in the Shadow of an Old English Mansion!
- #14 Nancy Drew®: Last Train to Blue Moon Canyon62% matchVery Positive97% of 414 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.6hMean: 5.5h≥1hr: 78%
Catch this train — it’s your ticket to solving a century-old mystery!
- #15 Nancy Drew®: Ghost Dogs of Moon Lake61% matchVery Positive92% of 307 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Hunt for Clues on the Trail of a Pack of Phantom Hounds!
- #16 Nancy Drew®: Ghost of Thornton Hall61% matchVery Positive93% of 330 reviews2013Developer: HeR Interactive, Inc.Publisher: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac
Some Families Keep Deadly Secrets!
- #17 Nancy Drew®: Treasure in the Royal Tower61% matchVery Positive85% of 271 reviews2017Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Follow Ancient Clues to Find Marie Antoinette’s Legendary Secret!
- #18 Nancy Drew®: Secrets Can Kill REMASTERED61% matchMostly Positive78% of 336 reviews2011Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.1hMean: 5.4h≥1hr: 69%
Play the Game that Started the Award-Winning Series!
- #19 Nancy Drew®: The Haunted Carousel60% matchVery Positive93% of 254 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Take a Spin with Danger to Unravel the Mystery of a Ghostly Merry-go-Round!
- #20 Flan's BN58% matchVery Positive98% of 129 reviews2026Developer: GeismPlatforms: Windows
《Flan's BN》is the prequel to 《Flan's MS》, which combines JRPG and deckbuilder mechanics. Experience Flan's story of self-discovery
- #21 Nancy Drew®: Secret of the Old Clock60% matchVery Positive90% of 262 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Venture into the Past and Outwit a Criminal Before Time Runs Out!
- #22 Bobok59% matchVery Positive93% of 117 reviews2021Developer: SectaPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Grotesque notes written not by Fyodor Dostoevsky, but by a "certain person".
- #23 Nancy Drew®: Message in a Haunted Mansion60% matchVery Positive86% of 284 reviews2017Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Discover who — or what — is behind the mysterious accidents in a house full of secrets!
- #24 Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case60% matchMixed57% of 300 reviews2023Developer: Blazing GriffinPublisher: MicroidsPlatforms: Windows
Hercule Poirot is back in a brand-new adventure, set in the heart of London.
- #25 The Lords of the Earth Flame60% matchMixed67% of 260 reviews2016Developer: Rhino GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.6hMean: 3.9h≥1hr: 93%
The Lords of The Earth Flame is a novel game created in the best traditions of interactive fiction and text-based role-playing. Non-linear structure, rich text core, and the “analog” feel of times past are certain to provide unforgettable gaming experience for hours on end.
- #26 Orwell's Animal Farm58% matchMostly Positive77% of 185 reviews2020Developer: NerialPublisher: The DairymenPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 1.7hMean: 6.5h≥1hr: 74%
Orwell’s Animal Farm is a text-based choice-driven narrative game where all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others. Immerse yourself in George Orwell's story of absolute power and corruption and follow the ups and downs of Animalism.
- #27 Nancy Drew®: Danger by Design58% matchVery Positive83% of 185 reviews2009Developer: HeR InteractivePlatforms: Windows
Go Undercover in Paris and Unravel a Case in Style!
- #28 Sword Daughter58% matchMixed53% of 137 reviews2015Developer: HanabiraPublisher: Hanako GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.0hMean: 3.3h≥1hr: 84%
Choose a path to adventure! Will you sneak into the dragon's lair, or challenge the beast openly? Will you fight for vengeance or for glory? Will you be tempted by elven romance? Will you be buried underground forever? Relive classic 1980s fantasy in this remastered gamebook.
- #29 Radiance of Souls54% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2026Developer: LangonierPlatforms: Windows
At an isolated station, Ilya avoids his sister Elena, leaving strange notes that draw her deeper. She discovers the horrifying truth: the station's inhabitants, including her brother, are no longer human. He fears her gaze will reveal his monstrous transformation.
- #30 The Cats of Monte Cristo55% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2026Developer: Snkl StudioPlatforms: Windows
A fun hidden object game with cats! 🐈 Explore detailed locations from Dumas' novel while finding fluffy witnesses to a great revenge. 🔍
- #31 The Lost Legends of Redwall™: Escape the Gloomer55% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2018Developer: Soma GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac
Lost Legends of Redwall: Escape the Gloomer is based on Mossflower, one of the NYT bestselling Redwall™ books by Brian Jacques, with over 35 million copies sold. Set in the caverns and catacombs of Kotir Castle, you guide Gillig the fledgling otter as you build your story.
- #32 Veins of DARKNESS54% matchMostly Positive80% of 49 reviews2025Developer: LangonierPlatforms: Windows
Veins of DARKNESS is a first-person horror game. The hero is an ordinary shift worker. During a business trip, his company rented him a house on the outskirts. But no one knew what evil was hiding in this godforsaken place.
- #33 Edgar Allan Poe's Interactive Horror: 1995 Edition54% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2026Developer: InscapePublisher: GMediaPlatforms: Windows
Originally released as The Dark Eye, this 1995 cult classic adapts Edgar Allan Poe's most macabre tales. Navigate a nightmarish world of uncanny stop-motion puppetry narrated by William S. Burroughs. Solve twisted puzzles and experience madness through the eyes of both murderer and victim.
- #34 THE DOUBLE54% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2025Developer: BadGafiGamesPlatforms: Windows
Tarot meets Blackjack with psychological horror inspired by Dostoevsky. A gore card game based on one of the strangest novels. Gameplay with puzzles, dark themes, surreal horror, cards and black humor. Experimental gameplay blending multiple mechanics
- #35 Painting Werther54% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023Developer: Mad Cream GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Painting Werther is a Paintable Visual Novel where all the visuals are living paintings, all the music are classics (with a twist) and the novel was written by Goethe in 1774.
- #36 次元探索簿53% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2024Developer: 次元之旅企划Platforms: Windows
Adventure Book in Dimension is a turn-based RPG based on the novel Wonderful Dimensional Journey. In the game, you as a new member of the human wizard team "Tribal Clan", experience the main adventure story of the "Tribal Clan" in a magic book given by your predecessors.
- #37 The Metamorphosis54% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2020Developer: Izmir Games CollectivePlatforms: Windows
One morning, when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin.
- #38 Guard of Wonderland VR55% matchMixed63% of 16 reviews2018Developer: Wonder GamesPlatforms: Windows
Guard of Wonderland is an interactive visual novel in virtual reality created from our inspirations of Alice in Wonderland.
- #39 Metro 2033 Redux50% matchVery Positive92% of 140,709 reviews2014Developer: 4A GamesPublisher: Deep SilverPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 6.2hMean: 14.4h≥1hr: 83%
In 2013 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the Earth's surface into a poisonous wasteland. A handful of survivors took refuge in the depths of the Moscow underground, and human civilization entered a new Dark Age. The year is 2033.
- #40 Guard of Wonderland54% matchVery Positive87% of 53 reviews2018Developer: Wonder GamesPlatforms: Windows
Guard of Wonderland is a visual novel created from our inspirations of "Alice in Wonderland"; a tribute of respect and love for the author's talent. Here is the atmosphere of absurdity and, at the same time, the beauty of the world in the book, but with new characters and an unconventional look at the story of Wonderland.
- #41 Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™50% matchVery Positive93% of 96,889 reviews2014Developer: Monolith ProductionsPublisher: Warner Bros. Interactive EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 12.3hMean: 22.5h≥1hr: 92%
Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.
- #42 Dear Althea54% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2022Developer: Tijerín Art StudioPlatforms: Windows, Mac
Decide Althea's fate in dark Victorian London. Experience the story of an upper-class young woman whose family is falling apart along with her future and who is filled with diverse and interesting characters among whom she may find love.
- #43 Metro: Last Light Redux50% matchVery Positive91% of 81,359 reviews2014Developer: 4A GamesPublisher: Deep SilverPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 8.1hMean: 21.4h≥1hr: 90%
It is the year 2034. Beneath the ruins of post-apocalyptic Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro, the remnants of mankind are besieged by deadly threats from outside – and within. Mutants stalk the catacombs beneath the desolate surface, and hunt amidst the poisoned skies above.
- #44 The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition50% matchVery Positive90% of 90,250 reviews2012Developer: CD PROJEKT REDPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.2hMean: 25.8h≥1hr: 86%
A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...
- #45 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut50% matchVery Positive89% of 87,270 reviews2008Developer: CD PROJEKT REDPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.2hMean: 25.7h≥1hr: 69%
Become The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, a legendary monster slayer caught in a web of intrigue woven by forces vying for control of the world. Make difficult decisions and live with the consequences in a game that will immerse you in an extraordinary tale like no other.
- #46 Alice: Madness Returns50% matchVery Positive91% of 30,698 reviews2011Developer: Spicy Horse GamesPublisher: Electronic ArtsPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.7hMean: 11.2h≥1hr: 69%
Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.
- #47 Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword50% matchVery Positive88% of 14,027 reviews2011Developer: TaleWorlds EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.3hMean: 26.4h≥1hr: 85%
The standalone expansion for Mount & Blade! With Fire & Sword builds and expands upon the highly regarded combat system from Mount & Blade: Warband. Firearms have been introduced to the battlefield.
- #48 The Fog54% matchMostly Negative33% of 12 reviews2017Developer: Horizon GamesPlatforms: Windows
Open your way across a dark open world and fight against what lives within the fog and beyond. The Fog is a survival horror game inspired on the 1980 novella "The Mist" by Stephen King.
- #49 Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express50% matchVery Positive84% of 1,263 reviews2023Developer: Microids Studio LyonPublisher: MicroidsPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 6.9hMean: 14.9h≥1hr: 78%
Step on board the legendary Orient Express and immerse yourself in the most famous detective suit in a race against the clock to unmask the murderer.
- #50 ALEPH52% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2024Developer: Fin DeevyPlatforms: Windows, Linux
Wield the power of light manipulation and talk to inhabitants of the destroyed planet on a quest to discover the secrets of a lost language. Solve mind-bending puzzles and stick to the shadows in this unique adventure.
- #51 The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing50% matchVery Positive83% of 10,233 reviews2013Developer: NeocoreGamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.6hMean: 12.9h≥1hr: 81%
Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal.
- #52 Nemunai50% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2026Developer: DavMY StudiosPlatforms: Windows, Linux
Retro survival horror inspired by Japanese folklore. Explore a cursed village, uncover its dark truth, and face deformed creatures in direct 2D fighting-style combat.
- #53 Agatha Christie - Death on the Nile50% matchMostly Positive75% of 252 reviews2025Developer: Microids Studio LyonPublisher: MicroidsPlatforms: Windows
Death on the Nile is an adventure-detective game, offering a fresh twist on Agatha Christie’s famous story. Set in the lively 1970s, play as Hercule Poirot and detective Jane Royce as they solve two connected mysteries. Dive into a journey filled with intrigue, deception, and unexpected revelations.
- #54 A Christmas Carol: But With Anime Girls51% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025Developer: Hallinan LabsPlatforms: Windows
Read the Charles Dickens' classic... but with Anime Girls.
- #55 A Wild Last Boss Appeared! ~Black-Winged Survivor~50% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2025Developer: 株式会社ロケットスタジオPublisher: SUNSOFTPlatforms: Windows
"A Wild Last Boss Appeared! ~Black-Winged Survivor~" is an aggressive arena shooter. An offensive playstyle is its most prominent feature. Dash into hordes of enemies and snipe their summoner. Enjoy the exhilarating game experience of taking down masses of enemies at once.
