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Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook! Workers have been disappearing recently while repairing an old caravansary. Rumor has it that an ancient curse has descended from the bonemounds. A snake goddess is said to have been worshipped there. The praetor of the city of Candarlin commissions you to get to the bottom of the matter. The Curse of the Snake Qu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curse of the Snake Queen.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook! The best place in Candarlin to get drunk is the Melgar‘s Rest inn in Long Coat Lane. The mood  here is usually cheerful and boisterous. But today there are fewer guests than usual. The landlord claims  that guests have been disappearing without a trace recently. Is a murderer haunting  the harbor district? Or somet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Terror of Melgar's Rest.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this frosty fantasy adventure! After shipyard master Bjarni Jahildson is kidnapped by ice trolls, the inhabitants of Skægarslund are very worried. Not only do they fear for his life, but also do they fear the wrath of Haggar Hegirson. The hot-headed sea dog, impatiently waiting for his new dragon boat, enjoys the dubious reputation of hav… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attack of the Ice Trolls.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this frosty fantasy adventure! The north of Te Arras is cold and harsh. For most of the year, the area north of the Eisar Mountains lies hidden under a blanket of snow, while an icy wind whistles. Anyone traveling here quickly runs the risk of coming face to face with an angry ice troll or a glacier worm. In this sandbox adventure, you explor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Through Ice and Snow.

You have heard that the servant Radek has been missing for a few days. Your investigations reveal that he has probably gone to the district of Ashen Rock to search for a lost relic of Saint Charna. You know that many merchants, nobles and scholars would pay a handsome reward for it.  Without further ado, you set off for Ashen Rock. Most of the streets in the district have been completely destroye… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lair of the Eternal Empress.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook! The arena in Candarlin is filled to the last seat. Like many others, eight-year-old Erbas has come to see the »Glorious One«, a gladiator who has supposedly never been defeated. When you find the boy badly injured in an alley soon afterwards, you are drawn into a maelstrom of intrigue and sinister machinations. Yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Catacombs of Candarlin.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook!  In this gamebook you play a young ranger who lives in a village called Brinthal, where strange things are happening. Something seems to be lurking in the nearby woods. Two teenagers are going missing. Shadow over Brinthal is a solo fantasy gamebook within the tradition of gamebooks like Lone Wolf, Fighting Fanta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow over Brinthal.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook!  Normally, all the inhabitants of Brinthal look forward to the great festival held on the winter solstice. But this year they get a huge fright! Albin, the little son of the dairymen, has disappeared during the festivities. It seems that the Silent People have kidnapped him. Are the spirits upset about something? Or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Kingdom Beyond the Hill.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook! In this gamebook you'll take on the role of a young adventurer and find yourself in the city of Candarlin. Once it was the proud capital of the kingdom of Ogduria, but after a lost war the country is now part of the Numedian Empire. Actually, you only had a simple mission. But because you assist a stranger, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Secrets of Candarlin.

Armed only with a pen and two dice, you will embark on this epic Fantasy Gamebook! Near the mountain village of Brinthal, belligerent wolves run wild and keep attacking people and animals. You can hardly go into the forest anymore without fearing for your life. Apparently, a dark power has taken possession of the wolves and turned them into direwolves. Is there a curse on them? You take on the rol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Temple of Shadows.

93%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

95% User Score Based on 162 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Steve Jackson's Sorcery! is a four-part fantasy adventure like never before. With tens of thousands of choices, the story rewrites itself around your actions. Battle weird and deadly creatures, cast powerful spells, play with honour, or lie, cheat and steal. The fate of the land of Kakhabad is in your hands! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! Part 3.

81%Game Brain Score

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81% User Score Based on 206 reviews

You are the hero in Forest of Doom! Explore the sinister Darkwood Forest in the digital Fighting Fantasy Standalone version of Ian Livingstoneis classic RPG gamebook! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forest of Doom.

82%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 648 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

An epic adventure in a land of monsters, traps and magic. Journey across the deadly Shamutanti Hills and through Kharé, Cityport of Thieves. Armed with your sword and over fifty spells with weird and wonderful effects, embark on a narrative adventure of a thousand choices where every one is remembered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! Parts 1 & 2.

88%Game Brain Score

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91% User Score Based on 279 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Demonic lawsuits will pay off your student loans in this undead legal thriller. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Choice of the Deathless.

88%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 4,631 reviews

Deckbuilding comes to life in Hand of Fate! An infinitely replayable series of quests - earn new cards, build your deck, then try to defeat it! In a cabin at the end of the world, the game of life and death is played. Draw your cards, play your hand, and discover your fate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hand of Fate.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

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100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

A pixelated homage to 16-bit RPGs, this former print-and-play card game has come full circle as a digital experience! Choose your champion, enter the tower, and make wise decisions on your ascent to face the Ice Lich at the top If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower of the Ice Lich.

85%Game Brain Score

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85% User Score Based on 349 reviews

An epic adventure through a city of thieves, traps, magic and monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! 2.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 1,100 reviews

Train as a squire and become a knight in order to win the great tournament. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Great Tournament.

82%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 40 reviews

YOU are the hero in House of Hell! Can you escape from the Earl of Drumer's malevolent mansion in Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy classic RPG gamebook? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House of Hell.

94%Game Brain Score

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94% User Score Based on 3,020 reviews

The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go. Stable - This version primarily gets just bug fixes and translation updates. Download this is you want a mostly seamless experience between updates. Beta - This vers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle for Wesnoth.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

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100% User Score Based on 406 reviews

Mardek is a fantasy/sci-fi/retro Flash RPG from 2007-2010, which blends parody with a deeper story. It offers solid turn-based RPG combat and dozens of hours of gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MARDEK.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, replayability

90% User Score Based on 785 reviews

Prepare to enter the land of silk and steel, you bloodthirsty ronin! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Samurai of Hyuga.

84%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 13,046 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 2 reviews

The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG. In the urban sprawl of the Seattle metroplex, the search for a mysterious killer sets you on a trail that leads from the darkest slu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadowrun Returns.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 10,000 reviews

Play a choice-driven text RPG inspired by Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons and Decisions RPG.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

92% User Score Based on 104 reviews

Once you open this book, you are no longer just a reader. A "reading-style" fantasy adventure in the spirit of The NeverEnding Story — handcrafted over six years by a 30-year veteran from Vanillaware. 100% handmade, from the first page to the last. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle.

77%Game Brain Score

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77% User Score Based on 115 reviews

DOLL EYE: CHAPTER ONE is the first part of a dialogue-based, story-driven psychological horror game made in RPG Maker MZ. "Where did this all start?" Tomorrow is the anniversary of your son's death, but you can't let that distract you from your everyday life. Your daughter has just sent you a message asking you to pick her up near that one shark dude's bar. Worry not - your guardian an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOLL EYE: CHAPTER ONE.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 347 reviews

Geneforge is an Indie fantasy role-playing game, the first game in the five-part Geneforge Saga. It features an enormous world, the ability to create your own army of lethal, totally obedient creatures, and a cunning enemy AI with foes who can go on patrols, stalk you, and run for help. Geneforge has a huge and open storyline. You have the freedom to choose your own path and decide how the stor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geneforge.

59%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

59% User Score Based on 500 reviews

Run your Tavern and take hold of your destiny in the World of Beor. Epic Tavern is a PC video game, where YOU take on the righteous role and responsibility of a Tavernmaster. You will build a legendary Tavern to attract Heroes from every corner of Beor. By bringing together courageous parties and sending them off on dangerous [and oftentimes crazy] adventures, every decision you make will alter th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Tavern.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

84% User Score Based on 456 reviews

Claw your way to success in Moreytown, a furry slum for human-animal hybrids. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Welcome to Moreytown.

58%Game Brain Score

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58% User Score Based on 1,632 reviews

Set in the lush and vibrant world of the Forgotten Realms, Sword Coast Legends offers an all-new way to enjoy the time-tested magic of playing Dungeons & Dragons as a shared storytelling experience. With a deep narrative developed by a team of long-time industry veterans and a partnership with Wizards of the Coast, the single player campaign of Sword Coast Legends brings the world of Faerûn home l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword Coast Legends.

79%Game Brain Score

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82% User Score Based on 8,343 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 31 reviews

Armello is a swashbuckling adventure that combines the strategic play of card and board games with RPG elements. As a hero from one of the clans of Armello, you'll quest, scheme, explore, vanquish monsters, and face off against other players, with one ultimate end goal in mind — storming the palace and becoming King or Queen of Armello. Armello is League of Geeks’ attempt to revolutionise digital … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armello.

84%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

88% User Score Based on 798 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

For the first time have the critically acclaimed and best selling strategy game Anno 1404 and its tremendous add-on Anno 1404 Venice in only one pack. Anno 1404 and its add-on are an award winning combination of construction, economy, discovery, diplomacy & combat. Raise monumental metropolis and develop an idealized historical empire in the Orient and the Venice of the Renaissance. The game also … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anno 1404.

73%Game Brain Score

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73% User Score Based on 2,702 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 26 reviews

Welcome to the Wild West as you've never seen before. Follow Warren on his descent into the darkest recesses of the human soul, and try to survive in a world full of hard choices and even harder consequences. Because in this world, death is a constant presence and the black pacts which you make with forces beyond human comprehension will forever haunt all those around you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hard West.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

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89% User Score Based on 442 reviews

AchievementsAchievements are included in the first and second chapters only. The second chapter is paid-DLC. Future chapters will not feature achievements. Please note that per this post, Achievements are presently disabled as we work out a problem with the library we use. Featured DLC About the GameWhat is A Place in the West?Half-Life: A Place in the West is a fan-made comic book set within… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Half-Life: A Place in the West.

92%Game Brain Score

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92% User Score Based on 296 reviews

Deathtrap Dungeon is an interactive video realisation of Ian Livingstone's multi-million selling classic gamebook starring Eddie Marsan (Fast & Furious presents Hobbes & Shaw, Deadpool 2, Atomic Blonde) as narrator. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathtrap Dungeon: The Interactive Video Adventure.

96%Game Brain Score

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96% User Score Based on 2,926 reviews

In 'Warsim: The Realm of Aslona' your only goal is to keep the Kingdom of Aslona from destruction and carry it to glory, how you do it is entirely up to you, you may be a harsh dictator charging... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warsim: The Realm of Aslona.

85%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 1,450 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

A fusion of card-based RPGs and Adventure games, “Black Book” is a haunting tale of a young sorceress, who gave her life to serve the dark forces. Dive into the cold, yet alluring world of folk tales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Book.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

85% User Score Based on 98 reviews

A nerve-wracking walk into the wilds of the unknown. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Devoured by Darkness.

85%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 9,288 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 39 reviews

Banner Saga - Viking Strategy Tactics RPG - Best Indie Game of 2014 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Banner Saga.

77%Game Brain Score

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84% User Score Based on 3,923 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 41 reviews

A new hero rises to challenge the Dealer in Hand of Fate 2! Master a living boardgame of infinitely replayable quests - unlock new cards, build your adventure, then defeat your foes in brutal real-time combat! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hand of Fate 2.

81%Game Brain Score

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81% User Score Based on 738 reviews

Fabled Lands is a challenging old-school narrative RPG set in an open world. Complete quests, fight, trade goods and develop your character. Explore a vast land of adventure: travel across the war-torn kingdom, survive the plains of howling darkness, and escape the Court of Hidden Faces. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fabled Lands.

78%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

80% User Score Based on 1,385 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 7 reviews

Become the greatest of mages in this turn-based fantasy epic set in the world of SpellForce! From the humble beginnings of your small wizard’s tower, send forth your minions and heroes to explore the realms of Eo. Grow your influence and power and fill your grimoire with arcane knowledge. Face off against magical competitors in your hunt for ancient artefacts and hidden secrets as you build up you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpellForce: Conquest of Eo.

89%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 556 reviews

A story driven turn based combat RPG. Go on quest, fight, get XP, and level up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Illyria:Fallen Knight.

78%Game Brain Score

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86% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Warning: despite appearances, this is a hectic, mind-juggling action game; you are advised to try the demo first. It's late at night in your 80’s bedroom, and a weird energy fills the air, making your “G64” computer flicker oddly. Brushing it off, you roll up a character sheet for the tabletop roleplaying games on your shelf. Before you finish, dark portals appear on your desk and little pixel cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CrossOver: Roll For Initiative.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

74% User Score Based on 116 reviews

The final installment in the Eschalon Trilogy, Eschalon: Book III is a single player turn-based isometric role-playing game. With the overarching main quest ever present, the player completes quests, solves puzzles and battles monsters in dungeons and the wilderness, If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eschalon: Book III.

83%Game Brain Score

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92% User Score Based on 6,245 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 19 reviews

Kidnapped. Imprisoned. Tortured. The wizard Irenicus holds you captive in his stronghold, attempting to strip you of the powers that are your birthright. Can you resist the evil within you, forge a legend of heroic proportions, and ultimately destroy the dark essence that haunts your dreams? Or will you embrace your monstrous nature, carve a swath of destruction across the realms, and ascend to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baldur's Gate 2.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

87% User Score Based on 142 reviews

Isometric turn-based single player role-playing game, with some survival aspects. Basic gameplay includes quests, combat, puzzles and skill checks. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eschalon: Book II.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, character development

86% User Score Based on 100 reviews

Description Close Your Eyes is a puzzle horror game where your only defense against enemies is to close your eyes. Enemies will not chase you while your eyes are closed. You are being hunted... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Close Your Eyes.

99%Game Brain Score

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99% User Score Based on 178 reviews

Written by the prolific author "Alissyn Rievegh" in her early 20's, "Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell" (Mhakna for short) was her foray into the children's novel genre and has been a hit classic in the Alliance ever since it's initial release. Now, the first time ever, the original text has been translated into Japanese and English and art, fully restored by ALICE IN DISSONANCE and Sekai Project. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

88% User Score Based on 3,136 reviews

Ys I & II Chronicles+ is the most modernized and up-to-date remake of Falcom’s classic franchise-spawning action RPGs from 1987 and 1988. Come see how the story began, and witness the birth of a legend! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ys I & II Chronicles+.