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Games like Adventure Awaits in The Secret of the Golden Key

Games like Adventure Awaits in The Secret of the Golden Key

Games like Adventure Awaits in The Secret of the Golden Key

Looking for games like Adventure Awaits in The Secret of the Golden Key? Here are top action recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Camp W, Saltsea Chronicles or Tavern Talk - A Cozy Visual Novel.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Explore the magical world of summer camp in this story-rich game about a young Witch trespassing in the Human Realm. Make friends, cast spells, and uncover secrets during your first ever summer away from home. Welcome to Camp W! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Camp W.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 152 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 11 reviews

    It begins with a kidnapped captain and a stolen ship. Where it leads next? That’s up to you… In this story-driven adventure game you will explore strange and wonderful communities, uncover a deep conspiracy, and chart a journey through twists and turns, difficulties and delights. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saltsea Chronicles.

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  3. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    92% User Score Based on 1,161 reviews

    More from this franchise - check out collection banner above About the Game What to ExpectThis is not a management game! ‍♀️ Play the tavern owner. D&D inspired story: Over 20 colorful characters. ️‍ LGBTQ+ positive representation. At least 12h of immersive reading on your first play-through. Multiple endings. Casual drink mixing & quest building. No tavern managemen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tavern Talk - A Cozy Visual Novel.

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  4. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Take a Coffee Break While Death Awaits. In Grim's Gambit, step into the shoes of Nox, who faces an unexpected twist of fate—trading death for a life behind the counter of an enigmatic coffee shop within the eerie Stygian Keep. As Nox, you're sentenced to an otherworldly coffee shop in the desolate Stygian Keep instead of facing death. With amnesia clouding your past, you'll navigate a series of in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim's Gambit.

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  5. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 45 reviews

    Home is where the stars are. An interactive bedtime story, for anyone who needs one. Take the bear and the little one on a deeply meaningful journey, as you experience stories of togetherness, of letting go and of finding a place you belong. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bear: A Story from the World of Gra.

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  6. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 814 reviews
    Critic Score 92%Based on 1 reviews

    Golden Treasure is a game for those who carry dragons in their hearts. Hunt, explore, survive, and become Great among the True Children of Sun and Earth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Treasure: The Great Green.

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  7. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    98% User Score Based on 1,576 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Dust off your coffee machine and prepare your warmest smile to meet your customers again in the second episode of the much loved coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator; Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly.

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  8. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    96% User Score Based on 1,981 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 10 reviews

    The developers of Indie hit Strange Horticulture proudly present… STRANGE ANTIQUITIES A note from the shopkeeper: Dear Applicant, I'm pleased to offer you the role of Apprentice Thaumaturge at Strange Antiquities. You show promise – a sharp mind and a strong stomach – exactly what this work demands. I need you to run the shop while I attend to other pressing matters. You will need a keen eye … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strange Antiquities.

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  10. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    97% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Wake up lovely, you've got things to do! First, find your lost flock of faer. Then find your wife, she'd look so cute wearing that flower you found. And if you have time, attack and dethrone god. Ok? Don't worry about that portal. I'm sure it's nothing. Now be careful. Every choice matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantum Witch.

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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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  12. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    84% User Score Based on 135 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

    In this exploration/adventure game, you play Frankenstein's Creature, a being with no memory and past. At the start of the game you know neither Good nor Evil, you are a blank soul in an adult body. By exploring the world, you will experience your emotions, develop and write the first pages of your story. When confronted with mankind, there will be no way to escape the question of your origins: Wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature.

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  13. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 820 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    In The Eternal Cylinder, players control a herd of adorable creatures called Trebhums and must explore a strange alien world filled with exotic lifeforms, surreal environments, and the constant threat of the Cylinder, a gargantuan rolling structure of ancient origin which crushes everything in its path. This unique ecosystem is a massive, procedurally generated land with unique animal AI, real-tim… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Eternal Cylinder.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 200 reviews
    Critic Score 52%Based on 2 reviews

    Letters is a cozy, often funny, and sometimes sad game about friendship, courage, and the power of words. Journey back to the 90s and 2000s to follow the story of Sarah and move through her beautiful hand-drawn letters and nostalgic pixel worlds. Help her navigate all the ups and downs of growing up and decide what kind of person she'll become. Use words to solve riddles and explore Sarah's col… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to +=-.

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  15. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    74% User Score Based on 214 reviews

    Sveta is a young bank intern. She believes that there is no end to the cycle of monotony that has become her life; secretly wishing for change but is too depressed to find the motivation. Vlad is an unsociable, devil-may-care freelancer without any respect for the status quo who prefers to work alone. They find their lives turned upside-down when they are forced to work together on an urgent, hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winter Novel.

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  16. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 2,798 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

    Explore the lost ruins of the Nebula, read ancient inscriptions, and uncover a forgotten past in this narrative archaeological science-fiction adventure game from the creators of 80 Days. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heaven's Vault.

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  17. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    89% User Score Based on 1,739 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 18 reviews

    Fang is a typical 18-year-old dinosaur: they’re more concerned about their band going viral than they are about what happens after graduation. But they’re about to have much bigger problems. Will they find time to figure themselves out? Can they balance a potential apocalypse and a budding romance? During hard times, what do we owe each other? Goodbye Volcano High is a cinematic narrative adventur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goodbye Volcano High.

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  18. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 3,156 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 16 reviews

    Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure game within a magical storybook. You play as both the reader of the book and its main character, Luka. Explore the town to find word charms. Use your charms to change the course of fate! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beacon Pines.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Narrative Point & Click, and moreSix Legends is a narrative game with a unique blend of Point & Click, 3D Visual Novel, Rhythm, Fighting, Cooking gameplay... and more! The pacy and character-centric narration define Six Legends' storytelling, ensuring an experience both charming, touching and fun, that constantly renews itself. Become part of the game's world, get attached to the charac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Six Legends.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    A narrative puzzle game about love and choices. Dive into a world where every small decision changes lives. See how choices link together and shape the stories of two people. Embark on a journey through time and discover how your actions make a big difference in their lives.Welcome to follow our X: @CottonStudio  SYMPHONY OF TWO SOULS Reviver presents a series of emotionally rich scenes, foll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reviver.

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  22. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 724 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 18 reviews

    "Dive into this nautic adventure as curiosity will guide you through a space ship wreck on an unknown planet made up of water. When one of the lead scientists still on board tries to unriddle the possibility of a relaunch young Janitor Harold is around to assist her. Join Harold in his clumsy undertakings to stir up the ark-like ship’s stale day-to-day life and find the secrets that lie behind… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harold Halibut.

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  23. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    99% User Score Based on 4,352 reviews

    I Wani Hug that Gator! Is a choice-driven narrative about teenagers struggling to find their way. Help Inco, loser highschooler extraordinaire, navigate his budding friendships (and romance!) while surviving being the only human in a dinosaur-filled school. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Wani Hug that Gator!.

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  24. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Prepare your PIPE and finest tobacco or a warm cup of TEA and get ready for long sleepless nights... just like back in GOLDEN AGE of point and clicks with Lucas art adventures like Monkey island, Full throttle or Indiana Jones...only this time FROZEN COLD.Story driven adventure, hand drawn characters, smart puzzles, and witty humor, wrapped in unique graphical style. YEARS in the making.Fully … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FLAKE the Legend of Snowblind.

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  25. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
    70% User Score Based on 125 reviews

    A gripping seaside adventure following the connection of two young souls, each unknowingly helping the other make sense of a world that seems senseless. Complemented by breathtaking artwork and an addictive soundtrack, this charming tale will definitely suck you in and leave a lasting impression! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Always The Same Blue Sky....

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  26. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    94% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Marnie, a bored goth girl, accidentally stumbles upon a sleeping female knight in the forest. Together, the pair must work to break a centuries-old curse, while romantic feelings between them begin to grow. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fairy's Song.

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  27. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    86% User Score Based on 63 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 5 reviews

    Scarlet awakens in this strange land after getting tossed by a tornado. Through a series of unfortunate events, she finds herself in charge of leading a hapless Munchkin troupe through the Wicked Wood to safety. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 5,758 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 3 reviews

    Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roadwarden.

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    48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, stability
    72% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    An inheritance uproots you back to your hometown. Surrounded by mysteries and temptations, which path will you choose? A horror dating visual novel by Fluttering Abyss. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missing Time.

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  30. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 466 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Lost Words is a 2D narrative adventure game where players move words to solve puzzles. The game features a story written by Rhianna Pratchett and ties the narrative into the gameplay in an unusual way, by having the player running on and interacting with words to solve puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Words: Beyond the Page.

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  32. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    91% User Score Based on 46 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    "Welcome to Aquadine! My name is Ciel, and I'll be your tour guide for today!" A young gondolier works part-time to save money for his mother's hospital bills, but he has a secret. Follow Ciel as he tours people around the beautiful town of Aquadine, where his family and friends bond with him. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aquadine.

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  33. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    80% User Score Based on 1,398 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 17 reviews

    In Neo-San Francisco, a vibrant city of low life and high tech, you will witness the world’s first sapient robot learning to grow and live as you become embroiled in the darkest scandal of 2064. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2064: Read Only Memories.

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  34. Game Description Embark on a heartfelt adventure in "Mya and their Cat", a charming retro-style exploration game. When Mya's beloved cat goes missing, they find themselves unexpectedly drawn into a hidden world teeming with mystery and danger. As Mya, you must navigate treacherous dungeons, solve intricate puzzles, and uncover the secrets of the feline realm to rescue your furry friend.O… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mya and their Cat.

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  35. Bogdan's Cross is an action-adventure game set in the tumultuous era of the Crusades. Follow the journey of Bogdan, a humble shepherd boy, as he rises to become a legendary Templar knight. Traverse stunning landscapes, uncover hidden tales and mysteries, and confront shadows of doubt and despair. While grounded in historical accuracy, the game takes creative liberties to weave a captivating fictio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bogdan's Cross.

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  36. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Meet quirky characters and clean strange artifacts in this short cozy comedy game. From an enchanted teacup to a cursed skull with a chip on its shoulder, each item and client brings new twists and surprises. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WYRMHALL: Brush and Banter.

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  37. **A Tiny Space Adventure** follows a brother and his dog, Jupiter, on an exciting journey through space to rescue his sister. With fun puzzles, quirky characters, and unique aliens, this adventure offers a delightful experience for players of all ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Tiny Space Adventure.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Plunge into Greenhearth, a small town hiding heavy secrets: take on the role of Ricky Fox and lead an investigation that gradually shifts from an intimate film noir into oppressive Lovecraftian horror. Driven by memorable characters and revelations that will linger long after the credits roll, Echoes delivers a taut narrative where every discovery matters and leads to four distinct endings shaped … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes.

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  39. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 133 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 6 reviews

    Afterlove EP is a slice-of-life adventure about love, loss and music. Explore modern Jakarta as Rama in his journey to learn about himself, create music, find love and come to terms with the loss of his girlfriend Cinta, whose voice still lives on in his head. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterlove EP.

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  40. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    97% User Score Based on 1,077 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 3 reviews

    You are Isaac, a 6-month-old baby, developing mysterious psychic powers. What you want most is to be loved and accepted by your family, but a secretive tech corporation wants you for their own. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goodnight Universe.

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  41. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    79% User Score Based on 34 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 2 reviews

    VED is a story-driven, hand-drawn RPG with a unique turn-based combat system and roguelite elements. Set in two different worlds, VED tells the story of Cyrus, a young hero who sets out on a quest to become a master of sword and magic, and save everything he knows from destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VED.

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  43. After seven years away, the white cat Lumi returns to his hometown, which is now descending into a sinister darkness that twists reality and devours memories. Step into Lumi's paws and gain courage, wisdom, and mystical feline abilities. Rediscover your past. Save your future! Dive deep into the emotional themes of memory, identity, and family secrets. Rekindle old flames that burn bright eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to White Cat Town Mystery.

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  44. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 146 reviews
    Critic Score 57%Based on 3 reviews

    A live-action mystery FMV game, where you make decisions for a father that must rescue his teenage daughter from an eclectic cult before their final night at the Isle Tide Hotel. Save Eleanor Malone by making decisions, collecting clues, solving puzzles and unlocking hidden scenes and endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Isle Tide Hotel.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    96% User Score Based on 233 reviews

    Inside an old wooden box lies four curious items: a toy lizard, a captured moth, a screwdriver and a seashell. Each one has its own story to tell… Step into four hand-drawn memories and discover the mysteries lurking beneath the seemingly calm surface. Explore one story at a time, or play them in a single sitting, in this solo-play adventure about the stories we tell ourselves and how … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miniatures.

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  46. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 2,498 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 6 reviews

    This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links the clients together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This Bed We Made.

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  47. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    95% User Score Based on 762 reviews

    WELCOME TO A WORLD OF WONDER AND DARKNESS, WHERE REALITY AND DREAMS INTERTWINE AND SECRETS LURK AROUND EVERY CORNER. Pocket Mirror is a surreal indie adventure game that will take you on a journey through a mysterious realm where nothing is what it seems and everything is connected. As a young girl with a clouded past, you wake up in a strange and eerie mansion with nothing but your pocket mirro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Mirror: GoldenerTraum.

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  49. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 3,664 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 3 reviews

    You've finally made it to the dead-end mining town of Scarlet Hollow, North Carolina, where your aunt is dead, your cousin hates you, and something otherworldly stalks you from the shadows. You won't be able to save everyone. You might not even be able to save yourself. Welcome home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scarlet Hollow.

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