Games like A few steps (up the hill)

You reach out for your mug of ice tea, but only damp ceramic stares back at you. - - - -  A cute and domestic piece of micro (interactive) fiction. Made in a little less than three hours for the Neo-Twiny Jam 2025. As such, the game is very short-- 462 words total, by my own reckoning, which fits neatly under the 500 word limit of the jam. This was the perfect opportunity to have a play with …

The sun is a deadly lazer, but living with the shutters closed and the A/C perpetually humming in the background of your half-light days and half-dark nights has reduced your brain to a blob of not writing goo. - - - -  A tired and dehydrated piece of micro (interactive) fiction. Made over a couple of days for the Neo-Twiny Jam 2025. As such, the game is very short-- 489 word…

In OPUS: The Day We Found Earth, players assist a sentient robot named Emeth in search of Earth through a series of puzzles and narrative-driven gameplay. They'll explore the cosmos, interact with other characters, and uncover Emeth's backstory in this atmospheric, visually-stunning indie title. The game features simple controls, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.

"My Friend is a Raven" is a horror game where you play as Lutum, the last human survivor of a plague. You return to your apartment to find a sick raven and uncover the cause of the calamity. Solve puzzles to reveal the story's four unique endings.

Stillwater is a visual novel with 7,000 words & two endings.

In "Dimension of Monster Girls," explore a world filled with charming monster girls, each with unique personalities and abilities. Engage in dialogue, learn about their stories, and build relationships in this captivating visual novel and dating sim. Immerse yourself in the vibrant 2D artwork and lively soundtrack as you navigate through a heartwarming adventure. Please note, some themes and content may not be suitable for all players.

"Disturbed" is a hand-drawn adventure/horror visual novel inspired by experiences of depression and addiction. Play as Von, a struggling farmer facing a hopeless situation, and decide how to confront your fate. With no clear solution in sight, how will you deal with the hand you've been dealt? This short, impactful game may leave you questioning your own choices.

"Growing My Grandpa!" is a narrative-driven point-and-click horror game with virtual pet elements, where players must care for their virtual grandpa while uncovering a dark and suspenseful story. The game features body horror and minor gore, with some scenes containing patterns or images that may trigger seizures in a small percentage of people. Players can choose between signing up for the developer's Patreon to gain early access to the game and joining their Discord for a closer look at the game development process and to connect with the community.

Ord. is a single-player Role Playing game that uses a minimalist approach to storytelling with only three words at a time. The game features five unique stories, minimalist art, text, and sound, and has won numerous critical awards and industry honors for its innovative approach to narrative. Prepare to laugh, cry, and be intrigued by this text adventure game.

7 years ago, I lost my memories... But there is one promise I can never forget-- "I'll be waiting for you, 7 years from now..." A promise with someone I have no recollection of To find the missing pieces of my memory And to fulfill my promise I made that day I came back to this town--