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Looking for games like a game-dev? Here are top puzzle recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with How to Exorcise Your Husband, Pluralys or A Tiny Sticker Tale.

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  1. How to Exorcise Your Husband Bernard, Josette's late husband, still very attached to the hold he has over his wife, cannot leave her alone, even in the afterlife. Desperate, she calls on her loyal friends, Halima and Dorothy. The three widows then embark together on a quest where each will have to face her past and exorcise their respective husbands. "How to exorcise your husband" is a short puz… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How to Exorcise Your Husband.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    You play Elie who's 16 years old. A teenager with no story, curious, a bit of a dreamer, a fan of video games. He (she...?) loves spending his afternoons role-playing with his two best friends, Gab and Medie. Elie lives in Sector G with his mother and little sister, who can be a bit of a handful (but at this age, that's only to be expected). The world around Elie seems ordinary. People go to wor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pluralys.

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  4. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    CONTROLS: Movement: Arrow Keys or WASD R: Reset Room Z: Previous Level          X: Next Level ESC: Exit Game If you have a Windows or Linux(Ubuntu) computer, it is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED you download (link at bottom of page) and play. There are some layering and sound issues with the html export. Sandy's Great Escape By Team Mocha Moose Help Sandy, a magical crab, navigate through a dungeon's tricks… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sandy's Great Escape.

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  5. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    It's 1899, and the frozen North is one of the Western world's last remaining frontiers. Explorers come from across the globe, scheming and dreaming of planting their flag at the Pole. Every summer, a half dozen countries send massive expeditions, continuing a centuries-old search for the fabled Northwest Passage. Christian missionaries A RING OF BLUE IN AN ENDLESS BLACK have begun to settle and p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grønland.

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  6. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 51 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

    A relaxing and charming puzzle game about Roberto, a dog who really loves loooooooong sticks with a plan in mind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stick to the Plan.

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  8. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 426 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 5 reviews

    Sparklite is an action-adventure set in the whimsical and ever-changing land of Geodia. Battle foes in top-down action using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, and gear. Explore dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, and harness the power of Sparklite! Key Features • Stunning visuals - Intricate pixel art aesthetic inspired by retro classics • … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sparklite.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 570 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Prodigal is a story-rich action-adventure where you journey through a vibrant world fighting vicious monsters, exploring puzzling dungeons, and collecting magical artifacts. Unravel the mysteries of Vann's Point and bond with all of its curious townsfolk! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prodigal.

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  10. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    64% User Score Based on 25 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 13 reviews

    SuperMash is a game that makes games! Mash together JRPG, Platformer, Metrovania, Stealth and Action Adventure genres to get a completely unique new game each time, and then challenge your friends to see how they do! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SuperMash.

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  12. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 9,559 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 20 reviews

    Avoid paying taxes, solve plantastic puzzles, harvest crops and battle massive beasts all in a journey to tear down a corrupt vegetable government! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion.

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  13. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 245 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 3 reviews

    Lamentum is a pixel art survival-horror game set in New England in the mid-nineteenth century. To solve the dark secret at the heart of Grau Hill Mansion, you will have to immerse yourself in a nightmare world full of terrible creatures.Choose well in whom to trust, every decision you make may alter the course of the story.Will you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lamentum.

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  14. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    A short Action/Adventure game following the gluttonous Buffet Knight who gobbles up everything and spits them back at his foes. Grow bigger and bigger to face the evil Demon Chef, but who knows what can happen when your appetite grows out of control… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buffet Knight.

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  15. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 1,860 reviews

    Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starcom: Nexus.

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  16. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    "Hybrid of classical puzzle , adventure and old school RPG genres with some experimental gameplay twists. Smintheus involves linear exploration, fighting against enemies, talking to different characters, having quests and solving puzzles both in classical way and Smintheus way, which is all about crafting gadgets and placing them at right place and right time. Main villain, who'll appear from time… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Smintheus.

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  17. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    72% User Score Based on 156 reviews

    Lonesome Village is a cozy, quiet town struggling to rebuild after a strange calamity wiped out their homes. Take the role of Wes, the coyote, and help bring this village back from the brink of destruction in a puzzle-filled life sim! # Game Features: - Gorgeous, inviting art style - Discover a detailed and fascinating world full of mystery and adventure - Solve mind-bending puzzles - Hang out… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lonesome Village.

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  18. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 500 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Out in the Indian Ocean somewhere is a tiny desert island where a multiverse spanning drama is unfolding. You play as Home, a cursed super intelligence bound to a soldier's corpse by an alien named Moon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 24 Killers.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    In HOOD rpg, join Leonard and Lyzol on their chaotic journey as they escape from jail and dive headfirst into the gritty underbelly of the big city. Navigate through the bustling streets and shadowy alleys, where they’ll meet an eclectic cast of characters—each with their own quirks, motivations, and skills. Laughs around every corner! FeaturesWORKS WITH STEAMDECK Turn-Based Combat RPG Engage i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HOOD RPG.

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  20. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Controls To Move: Arrows or WASD A button (interact): E or J B button (attack): C or L Start: Enter Select: Shift Taking notes is recommended. --------------------------- In "Curse of Aterwood Manor" you play as Detective Elias Aterwood, who inherits a mysterious, abandoned mansion rumored to be haunted. As you explore its eerie halls, you discover an empty painting in the mansion's scrip… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curse of Aterwood Manor.

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  21. About the GameThe Cave Exit is a challenging top-down action dungeon crawler with light roguelike elements and procedurally generated floors. Your goal: Find the exit on each floor, collect gems and loot, solve small puzzles, and defeat monsters standing in your way. Progress by upgrading your character, completing floors across multiple levels, and ultimately defeating 5 powerful bosses. Your j… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cave Exit.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Bit Tower is a simple Tower Defense game where you defend your castle while trying to withstand increasingly larger waves. Hire adventurers, position them strategically, and fight against the waves of monsters. Play with 7 unlockable characters. Battle against 4 species of monsters and their variants. Support abilities. Unlock all Steam achievements. Infinite waves, endure as long as you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bit Tower.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    100% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    After their car breaks down, a group of teens find themselves trapped in the clutches of an ancient evil! They must fight against dark forces and find out the truth before it's too late...From Rosaceae Games comes a homage to classic survival horror. Battle your way through dangerous enemies in a top down perspective, and put your brain to the test solving puzzles and challenges to progress. All w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feed.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Hi ! Hexocity is a relaxing puzzle game set up in a futuristic world. Inspired by the great "Dorfromantik" we have decided to make this game to build our team with a limit of 6 months of development. Build your archipelago while listening to relaxing synthwave music. Hexocity is a relaxing puzzle game where you place hexagonal tiles and win points by connecting the same elements. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HexoCity.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Will you be able to uncover your raison d'être and solve the mysteries that await in this suspenseful thriller? In this 2D adventure title, players can explore as they please, examine objects, solve a series of riddles, and complete a variety of minigames. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raisond'etre.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    A Message From the DeveloperHey, thanks for checking Foxlore out! <3 As you may know, this is my first standalone game I've ever made. There was a large amount of learning and experimenting that went into making Foxlore! Because of this, you may experience a few visual glitches. While none of these should be game-breaking, much of the code is too easy to break for me to dive back into in an at… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Foxlore.

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  27. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    The Myth of a Godslayer is a top-down Action-RPG mixing combat, exploration, puzzles and platforming. Discover an original world inspired by Gallic Celtic mythology and great classics from the 16 and 32-bit eras such as Beyond Oasis and The Legend of Oasis. Get Ready for a Mythical Adventure! The Holy City of Pandora is in turmoil since the discovery of new lands beyond the borders of the k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Myth of a Godslayer.

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  28. A retro-style Action RPG in a dark bio-horror environment, both sci-fi and fantasy motives. You are always alone and they are always many. Fight surreal creatures, get experience, explore and gather upgrades - get stronger before the next big Boss fight, learn the truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bioysque.

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  29. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    In Chronoquartz, every move matters! You have 10 turns per loop: explore, solve puzzles, and use your past knowledge to progress. Strategy, critical thinking, and time management will be your allies in this unique temporal adventure. Will you succeed in saving time? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronoquartz.

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  30. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 220 reviews

    Pinball Spire is a game unlike any other, a pinballvania blending together classic genres - and pinball. Conquer the titular spire as a brave, plucky little pinball called Pip, destined to step into the plunger and explore the inner chambers of a mysterious spire that appeared in their world overnight. Enter the spire. Inside is a strange pinball maze, full of secrets to unlock, enemies to bum… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pinball Spire.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    84% User Score Based on 566 reviews

    The world has ended, Humanity is lost Thankfully, a revolutionary new science is presented as humanity's salvation: Widgets, a technological marvel with unlimited potential that promises to uplift the remnants of human civilization and return them to their previous heights. Now, it falls on you to build humanity's future. Starting from humble beginnings, research an expansive array of technologie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Widget Inc..

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    98% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    WISHLIST NOW! About the Game Tidy Backpack is a relaxing puzzle game where you must organize found fantasy loot in your backpack in a tidy way. Find forgotten artifacts and learn details about the old world... at least supposedly!Features 96 handcrafted levels 33 unique items Relaxing gameplay Cute story Cozy graphics Chill music Simple controls Accessible modeStoryFind items from thousa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tidy Backpack.

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  33. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 543 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    Wilmot Works It Out is a puzzle building game about completing beautiful images and using them to decorate the walls of your house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wilmot Works It Out.

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  34. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 660 reviews

    In Journey to Incrementalia, become a necromancer willing to climb to unspeakable heights of power to reach the treasures of Incrementalia, lost city of legend. Raise an army of infernal minions to destroy the walls that stand in your path.  Explore a massive tree of skills and unlock new minions, spells and abilities. Experiment with freedom, skills can be reset at any time.  Gather… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Journey to Incrementalia.

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  35. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    68% User Score Based on 74 reviews

    STARTWelcome to Super Dungeon Muncher! Dive into a tough adventure that tests your reflexes and quick thinking! KEEP MOVING Muncher is very hungry, and you're on the menu! Stay ahead and avoid becoming its next meal! GEAR UP Equip yourself with arsenal of tools to navigate obstacles, open up new paths, and take down baddies! DISCOVER Pers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUPER Dungeon Muncher.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    85% User Score Based on 510 reviews

    Word Factori is a word-building game where your only resource is the letter "i". Build a chain of factories to bend, rotate, reflect, and merge "i" into more complex letters. Discover secret letter recipes, unlock hidden word art, and optimize your factory chains for high scores. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Word Factori.

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  39. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Controls Z - A button (Interact) X - B button (Cancel) Enter - Start (Pause) Inspector Waffles Early Days is a new game for Game boy color and PC, and it's  the prequel of Inspector Waffles, the adventure/detective game released in 2021.  This time, follow Waffles in his first days as a Inspector and prove to everyone that you are more than just a rookie. Find clues, report to your partner and so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inspector Waffles Early Days.

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  40. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Tonight is the night! Next door at the spooky mansion, the hottest girls in Blueball Falls are throwing the hottest and sexiest party in history! Enter Jerry Wanker or at least he’d like to enter. Considered the dillweed of town, Jerry didn’t get invited. Now he’s far from a badass, but his theoretical knowledge about sex is as broad as his cunning. He’ll need that, his wits, a sense of humor and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jerry Wanker and the Quest to get Laid.

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  41. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    71% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Crystal Story: Dawn of Dusk picks up where Awakening ended, and marks the true introduction and foundation of the series! Crystal Story is a series that blends together charming retro-style graphics, with fast-paced action and turn-based battles, heavily inspired by 16-bit classics! - Meet Mina - Players take the role of Mina, a young adventurer from the Dawnside, who must traverse a perilous … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Story: Dawn of Dusk.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Somewhere between life and death, there is a world made up of hopeful dreams and broken shadows. Souls may sometimes find themselves lured into this strange world to be tested, examined, and to find out where they are worthy of moving on to. THE VOID The world of Skaramazuzu, has a unique aesthetic of a black and white shadow puppet world, set among the ruins of ancient gothic-like structures, wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skaramazuzu.

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  43. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    90% User Score Based on 140 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 9 reviews

    "Savior" is the first independent videogame created entirely in Cuba. It is an animated 2D platformer that utilizes timing mechanics and other experimental elements more similar to non-games and other less commercial aspects of videogames. The story begins when your protagonist, a "Little God," awakes a strange dream to discover that his world is disappearing. From here begins a frantic search th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saviorless.

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  44. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 1,638 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 5 reviews

    Shape humanity with the power of the gods in Reus 2. Choose your giants, combine natural elements, and manipulate fate to guide the path of civilization. The choices are yours, and so are the consequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reus 2.

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  45. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    98% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Welcome to Lettuce Village! You're exploring the tiny forest town's communal garage sale as Juniper, a young resident who's shy yet eager to cure her summer loneliness and maybe pick up a few trinkets along the way. It wouldn't be a garage sale without lots of treasures! Throughout the game, you'll be able to shop at various garage sales, yard sales, and stores to find storied antiques, homemad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garage Sale.

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  46. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    88% User Score Based on 172 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 11 reviews

    The Minotaur King has returned...and it's all your fault! Lily's back for a new "classic" action-adventure set hundreds of years after The Sleeping King! Grandpa’s latest tale takes you on a journey through haunted forests, pirate shores, and other mysterious lands across a vast open-world! Charming towns, terrible enemies, tricky puzzles, and powerful weapons await you. Enjoy a “story within a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blossom Tales 2: The Minotaur Prince.

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  47. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    93% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Mouse Abilites: Normal Mode: Eat all apples and reach the goal before time runs out to advance to the next level.Classic Mode: Classic snake gameplay. Grow as long as you can without crashing.Arena Mode: Online Multiplayer. Last snake alive wins! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziggy's Labyrinth.

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  48. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    The Witch's Cauldron – a medieval witch simulator from the young indie team Harvey Games.   You’ll practice your craft in a town where good rumors spread just as fast as bad ones, with the latter quickly reaching the ears of inquisitors. Balancing your popularity among townsfolk and the inquisitors’ growing attention is essential for survival here. And if your witch’s intuition tells you the end… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Witch's Cauldron.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Last Christmas is a classical style Point and Click Adventure Game telling a story about a young man named Frankie who is trying to prepare the perfect Christmas for his girlfriend Betty in their family cottage. But things aren't as they seem... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Christmas.

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