Games like Arsenic & Absinthe

An office point-and-click puzzle game mixed with visual novel-style storytelling set in a noir-fabled world. As you are fired from the job, to save yourself from a collapsing dream, it’s time to investigate, discover the black company’s secrets, and take sweet revenge for the money you deserve.

"STONE is a single-player, mystery role-playing game with an intriguing story and outstanding soundtrack. Created by a global team, the game features a 3rd person perspective with a drone cam and map-based free roam exploration. Experience a deep, reference-heavy interactive story involving drinking, dancing, and smoking, as you uncover the life lessons of the game's protagonist."

Tavern Talk - A Cozy Visual Novel lets you play as the owner of a magical tavern where the drinks you serve influence your patrons' destinies. Dive into a D&D-inspired story with over 20 unique characters and LGBTQ+ positive representation, featuring casual drink mixing, quest creation, and multiple endings. Experience an immersive, character-driven narrative filled with friendship, mystery, and fantasy.

"The Blind Prophet" is a point-and-click game featuring a divine mission of apostle Bartholomeus to liberate the corrupted city of Rotbork. The game boasts 99 hand-drawn panels, a strong storyline with humor, and unique comic book art-style. It offers various puzzles, challenges, and mini-games, providing a diverse and contemplative experience, inspired by classics such as Blade Runner and Broken Sword series.

The Wolf Among Us is an episodic graphic adventure game based on the Fables comic book series. Play as Bigby Wolf, the sheriff of a hidden community in New York City, as you investigate a series of grisly murders. Use your wits, strength, and detective skills to navigate a world where fairy tales and legends are real, and every decision you make affects the story.

We have worked tirelessly to create this Glib Activity Management Escapism: or G.A.M.E. for short. Quickly! Before your short finite existence on this small wet rock hurtling around the sun ends you can find new meaning for yourself by playing this G.A.M.E. Or at least have some fun for a while and chase away the specter of your own mortality with about five hours of "polished" simulation "fun". …

In an alternate history Europe, you run “The Nightcap,” the last speakeasy where mixing drinks and uncovering secrets go hand in hand. As a detective bartender, you listen to diverse patrons—from wealthy dandies to crooked cops—and navigate their twisted schemes. Engage with 20 unique characters across five cases to save your bar and unravel a deep mystery.

"Pixel Cafe" is a time management arcade game with visual novel elements, where you help a small-town girl navigate life in a bustling city. Run 10 unique bars, perfect your coffee and cooking skills, and form connections with bosses and clients in the charming pixel art world of Karstok. Decorate your house and conquer 50 optional Nightmare levels for an extra challenge.

"Wytchwood" is a single-player, open-world fantasy game with a sensational atmosphere, delightful graphics, and good music. As the old witch of the woods, you will explore an expressive land of gothic fables, gathering and crafting bizarre ingredients, brewing enchantments, and passing twisted judgement on characters and creatures. The game features plenty of humor, lots of grinding, and a lovingly rendered storybook art style, making for a wholesome and intriguing story.

Chicken Police: Into the HIVE! is a film-noir detective adventure where you uncover a vast conspiracy by gathering clues, interrogating suspects, and solving puzzles. Follow detectives Sonny and Marty as they navigate the insect underworld and confront their past. The game features over 30 fully voice-acted, deeply developed characters in the richly detailed city of Clawville.