Games like Ballad of the Petals

Incorporating decades of research into the perplexing field, a vast team of scientists from around the globe (jk just me) have been able to distill the experience of making a small prototype game into 7 minigames. Features 7(!) Minigames that capture the essence of making a complete game. Perform well in each of the Code, Art, Dialogue, Physics, Music, Effects and Debug mingames to result in a hig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ludum Dare Simulator 2019.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

78% User Score Based on 153 reviews

Important note: This game focuses on exploration and gradually builds tension to provide a deeper experience. The story takes place inside a house where there is an evil entity that will try to prevent you from getting out alive. The Guest is a first-person psychological horror game. Environment Immerse yourself in this horror experience and feel firsthand the terror of being alone with an ent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guest.

Cookie Cat - 2D Physics Puzzle Game You are cookie cat. You love cookies. Eat all the cookies in a level before losing all your lives to pass the level. Risk it for the biscuit! Use the mouse to click and drag the cat left and right. Release left click to drop the cat into the level and gobble up all the cookies! ----------------------------------Controls---------------------------------- Mous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cookie Cat - 2D Physics Puzzle Game.

-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-{[ S T O R Y ]}-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- You have been captured and taken to a Haunted Castle, the Akumanor, but you've just managed to escape from your cell in the catacombs, armed with your sword and shield, you have to do your best to save yourself from this mess! Good luck!  -~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-{[ C O N T R O L S ]}-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- Keyboard Controls Arrow Keys: Move Z: Jump X: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akumanor Escape DX.

Help The Lemon God to sell lemonades! This is a game originally made for the Sim Jam, a competition where you have to make a game in 2 weeks! You are Lemon God's prisoner and responsible to help him selling lemonades!  You are an unemployed person that need's a job so badly. Luckily, you came up to a lemonade stand with a small cute living lemonade, named The Lemon God! It is now your last chance… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lemon Pending.

Hello! This is our teams submission for the GXC #NoticeMe 2 week game jam (https://gxc.gg/game-jam/) with the theme "Then the Night Changed Everything"! Leave a rating and check out the gxc version at https://gxc.gg/games/zoybnh/Gunk-Night/ Gunk Night is a fast paced and satisfying platformer with 2 distinct phases. At night you transform into a raccoon with an urge to roll and spread gunk to ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunk Night.

Name REDACTED Project Title “Here’s Christine”  Pathway Choice - Rationale Coding, some would consider it another language, comparable to spanish or german, to me, I personally think it’s more like another set of languages. over the years I have learnt scratch to python and now C#. I never thought of myself as an artist but I personally have always enjoyed coding, so I thought i should fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heres Christine (UNREAL ENGINE REMAKE) (UE5 DEMO).

The English demo version of Desert Blossom is now officially available! High-quality localization translation has been advanced to chapter 4 (total of 7 chapters)Welcome to the fantasy yuri adventure set in a continent of another world. If you like the game, you can purchase the full version to support ZH RPG. 2026 More news and new works, follow us~ X/BlueSky/YouTube/Itch.io: ZH RPG Studio Tip… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desert Blossom.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Join with the gods of Greek legend to bring peace to an ancient world that's on the brink of war! Your quest will take you on a matching journey packed with hours of addictive fun! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes of Hellas Origins: Part One.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

53% User Score Based on 268 reviews

Clash of the Monsters brings the most classic and iconic horror film and literature figures together in the traditional 3D fighting game style! What would happen if the Living Dead faced off with Nosferatu? Or what about the Headless Horseman vs the Phantom of the Opera? It's time to find out! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clash of the Monsters.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

61% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Lead your party of 3 heroes on their quest to repair the torn pages of folklore. Evil has destroyed the tales you love. Hack monsters and slash enemies throughout the Torn Tales in this real time squad based RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Torn Tales.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

72% User Score Based on 69 reviews

Critic Score 54%Based on 8 reviews

The Weaponographist is a speedrunning hack-n-slasher dipped in a bit of rogue sauce. Doug McGrave, demon hunter and all-around jerk, refused to help a poor village and now he's cursed to have every weapon fall apart in his hands. Never stop and never slow down, constantly picking up the weapons of fallen enemies and building combos as you race through the depths of the dungeons to break the curse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Weaponographist.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

85% User Score Based on 68 reviews

A Bloody Night is a fast action game where the goal is to tear apart all the enemies you encounter in your way. Let yourself be guided by your killing spree and your thirst for revenge. Become the nightmare of your enemies. No one can stop you... Make your way with ferocity through your opponents! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Bloody Night.

Escape a bizarre world by rotating the universe. Use portals, physics, time, and clones as floors become walls, walls become ceilings, left becomes down, and right becomes up. You manipulate time and space at will, but do you have the mind to solve the warped reality that imprisons you? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Z Axis: Continuum.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, graphics

97% User Score Based on 250 reviews

Ever wanted to get into music making but find mainstream music software too complicated? Doodle some shapes on the piano roll and the dragon will do its thing. You don’t need to know music in order to make something that sounds good. There are 223 instruments and 275 drum samples so you can make a ton of music across a bunch of genres without having to get outside of 1BITDRAGON.Features 223 hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1BITDRAGON.

35%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

53% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Near Death Experience is a defensless horror game that puts you in the mind of a car crash victim that lost his memory and finds himself in a threatening and unknown area. The player has to solve riddles to try to regain his memory while running from dark forces. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Near Death Experience.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

75% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Build a big Cyber / SCI-FI city broken down into multiple districts to grow the population through simple actions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ACHIEVEMENTS CITY.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Diamond Joyce and the Secret of Crystal Cave is an action puzzle game with quest for long-lost treasures buried in pitch black caves, pyramids and temples of ancient civilizations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diamond Joyce and the Secret of Crystal Cave.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

70% User Score Based on 37 reviews

Become an expert in mine clearance! MineSweep is a puzzle game whose goal is to locate hidden mines in a virtual field with the only indication of the number of mines in adjacent areas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MineSweep.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

53% User Score Based on 62 reviews

Based on the epic Gladiator movies and games of the past, I,Gladiator brings you the true feeling of gladiatorial combat. Punch them, kick them, hit them, stun them, impale them, dismember them, burn them, destroy them! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I, Gladiator.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

86% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Gnomes vs. Fairies is a PS1/N64 style Hack 'n' slash-Action RPG platformer. Upgrade your gnome's abilities with dozens of items and master the 5 elements of sword magic, it's a totally unique retro fantasy platformer blending all the best elements of classic 3D titles such as Mario 64, Zelda OoT, Spyro the Dragon, and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gnomes Vs. Fairies.

- Controls -  No walking in this game! Use the arrow keys (⬅️ ⬇️ ⬆️ ➡️) to shoot an explosive fireball in the opposite direction you want to go and use the blast to propel yourself forward. Hold for rapid fire. Press ❎ to reset the level you are currently on. ️ button is mapped to 'c' on a computer. Press the ⏯️ icon, ENTER key, or P key to pause and unpause on computer (⛔️ on mobile). - Help… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Cast Fireball!.

GMTK 2025 Game Jam Submission by: GameFraek and C_raiderFirst GameJam game! Jörmungandr, the great World Serpent, is on a Quest to engulf the 9 realms.Help him by wrapping his body around the land,bite into your tail to form an ouroboros and seize your claim.Best leave the bad parts seperate and be careful to not get harmed. Controls:W/A/S/D to movepress Space to biteORMove mouse and hold cl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jörmungandr Quest.

THE BEE MACHINE Game playable with keys and on mobile devices in browser! If tiny bees leave this tiny planet, all we tiny humans with our tiny brains will leave it too. The Bee Machine is our last, vain attempt to repollinate the plants and prolong our stay. The Test Test fly the Bee Machine and bring life back to this tiny world. Pick up pollen from the last surviving central flower and depo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bee Machine.

Controls: Number keys 1-3 controls the speed of the game. Spacebar pauses and unpause. Mouse scroll navigates the dropdown boxes (they can only display 3 at a time, so if you have more than 3 you must scroll to find the other options). Game: Malicious Congratulators is a roguelike about spreading chaos through a social media platform as ordered to by an otherworldly entity. Inspired by games … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malicious Congratulators.

Stack the stones as high as you can - that's it! With the stones getting weirder in shape and less likely to stay together use all your balancing skills to keep your tower standing...think Tower of Pisa meets Jenga in this deceptively tricky game of skill. NOTE: For Linux and Mac users, we haven't forgotten about you and will try to get this game playable for you in the post jam. This is my submis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tacky Stacky.

Video showing the game Story In this world, a few hundred years ago, a certain shadow researcher and a magician, during his pursuit of power, caused a massive explosion that has changed the world. It has caused some shadows to behave in unnatural way. They show up in spots where they shouldn't; some of them don't look like objects they originated from, and some have even started attacking peop… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow alchemist.

Welcome to THE LEGEND OF COMFYPANTS! This is a game made by IcebergLettuce (me) for the "I Can't Draw But Want To Make A Game" Jam, hosted by Charlmes. In The Legend of Comfypants, you take control of a sentient pair of pants who wakes up in the woods, not knowing how they got there or why everyone is made of clothes. Explore the world in search of patches to continue your journey to find out who … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Comfypants.

This is my submission for the VimJam2 Game Jam hosted by 8 Bits to Infinity and Vimlark.[Note: The game was not submitted to the game jam because the project was started long before the time period of VimJam2.] *** If you are an ANDROID user, an .apk build is available for download. It is better optimized for a mobile experience. Scroll down to the bottom of the description to find the download bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lion Sleeps Tonight - VimJam2.

Game Summary:  Ryu Hayashi, is a skilled ninja from the esteemed Shadow of the Moon Clan. Seeking redemption and vengeance, Ryu embarks on a perilous mission to infiltrate the stronghold of Lord Takeshi, a malevolent ruler. Players guide Ryu through treacherous landscapes, employing stealth and combat to overcome samurai guards and deadly traps.  "Shadow Blade" combines action, strategic stealth, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Blade.

Overview For the AI & Games Game Jam 2021 our Team created the game aligning with the Theme "Breaking The Rules".  Unfortunatley, our AI and some other game bits broke 3 hours before deadline in a way we did not want it to break. We were able to patch it up, but had to disable the AI, so imagine the guards searching and hunting you when they see you. We will continue to work on the issue and updat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hack 'n' Go.

(THIS IS THE UPDATED POST JAM BUILD) SCROLL DOWN FOR CONTROLS  CUPID'S GAME WAS MADE IN 48 HOURS AND I WAS SLEEP DEPRIVED SO IM SORRYY Theme The theme, as released by Winter MelonJam, was ‘Charm’. From this, I decided to focus my main mechanic on the ability to “charm” NPC’s as Cupid. In Cupid's Game, players take on the role of the ancient Roman God, who comes across a group of friends, relaxi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cupid's Game.

DILEMMA OF A CANDLE: HAVE you ever thought about how HARD life must be for a candle? For its entire life, we—candles—lie in the darkness of your old toolbox, waiting for a SINGLE MOMENT for which we were born — to light up and quickly burn down. Sounds depressing? But not all candles are ready to accept this horrific fate, at least I'm NOT! You can call me Shine and I'm a candle. Please, help me t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Time To Shine.

This game was made in a week as a submission for Brackeys Jam 2020.2. The Theme was 'Rewind' As a time knight you are equipped with the powers of time manipulation in order to protect the kingdom and restore order. Now, when the kingdom needs you the most you are... on vacation? Take control of time knight as they rush to save the kingdom from sky-bandits. Can you make it in time? Controls:WASD - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Knight.

Made for the Wowie Game Jam 3 by Noa Calice (aka Blackthornprod). Move with controller joystick, arrows keys or wasd.  Dash and jump with space or A on a controller. Restart level with R or RB on a controller How does it respect the theme "Failure is Progress"? When the necromancer dies, it triggers an explosive spell which destroys terrain and enemies, leaving room for its dark spirit to fly arou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necrobomb.

  The Game  Join this wacky caravan  of cultist sorcerers in a desperate attempt to convince an eldritch horror to NOT devour their world! The Doomsday Cult: Summit Penance is a jam game meant to be placed in the same world as another jam game of mine: "The Doomsday Cult". It's a 2D side-scroller platformer that requires you to perform sacrifices along the way to progress. Run, knock enemies out, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doomsday Cult: Summit Penance.

An active, but rather calm incremental game about humans and nature. Controls MoveGamepad Left Stick or D-PadKeyboard Arrows or WASD (ZQSD also)Interact (with tombstones and grass)Keyboard SpaceGamepad A (south button)Mouse Left ButtonMenu / BackKeyboard EscapeGamepad Start or B (east button)Mouse Right Button Originally created within 48h for Kenney Jam 2022 for the theme "Growth" Graphical asse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ungrow.

It’s only crossing the road, but can even one survive? Help us get into the top 100 and rate our game on its GMTKJam entry page, every vote helps! https://itch.io/jam/gmtk-2019/rate/461074 Zombie Gaggle is a simple and quick puzzle game made for the GMTK Gamejam 2019. There are 5 Levels, in each you start with control of a group of survivors that all must be moved at the same time. Your goal, get… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Gaggle.

Note:  I recommend using keyboard for this game, as controller tool tips aren't present. The puzzles in the game also require number buttons 1 through 5. I also recommend playing with the downloadable version, as the web browser version is a tad bit buggy in terms of audio and visuals, which is a big problem for this game. However, it does seem playable for those who can't download the game. Musi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legato.

You're just a little flame with one simple objective - BURN THINGS! Go from flammable boxes to candles and even hop out on your own for a little while, just make sure to not get put out, and watch out for those pesky sprinklers! This is my submission for the May 2019 #SosJam game jam that went on from the 20th of may to the 1st of June. The theme was a song title, I picked the song ‘Burning Down T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burning Down The House: Because Fire Is Fun.

Made in 6 days by Crompo for the 166th Weekly Game Jam (Theme: Roots). This was my first game jam, I hope you enjoy, and please leave any feedback you may have in the comments! When faced with a treacherous thunderstorm, Sprout is forced to leave his home behind and flee from a forest fire. To do so, he will have to use his Roots to drain powerful Nutrients from the ground, which will help him ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uproot.

recursively_misremembered is an entry for #GameDev101Jam2, which had a theme of "LUCIDITY." It was made in Godot in about three to four days. I know it's tagged as "horror," but it's more... weird, not really scary so much. This is version 1.02, which reduces the file size a tad and allows window resizing. v1.01 was the game jam version, which fixed a crash-inducing memory leak on Linux and contai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to recursively_misremembered.

Sugar and Sinew is a reverse-horror game where you play as an enormous, indescribable amalgamation of flesh and bone. You must hunt down unwary Trick or Treaters (who are all dressed as pirates for some reason) on Halloween night. It's set in a small town, brought to life by a dynamic artificial intelligence simulation. Controls KeyAbilityZLure - Capture the minds of nearby people and draw the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sugar and Sinew.

You will Face Catastrophe, You must keep the pillar standing till turn 1000 Use your people, build, prepare and defend.  And if anything does go wrong, you can always rewind. This is the entry version of Birdmask Studio’s game for the Brackeys 2020.2 gamejam.  The theme is Rewind -  made over 7 days. 'Catastrophe  Again- Again' is a RTS where you control the flow of time. You must build up your p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catastrophe Again- Again.

Ball and Chain is an action adventure game where you take the role of a recently escaped convict from the Wild West, known as Chain!  You just broke out of jail, hooray! Sadly, you had a ball stuck to you to keep you trapped in jail, and you couldn't get it off. Now Ball will join you as you attempt to escape the long arm of the Green Cube law! If you get to the train, you move to the next level!… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ball and Chain.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

A cozy, hand-drawn puzzle where you arrange fluffy friends to fit the grid. With their funny big eyes and a calming mood, this game offers a relaxing escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eyes That Hypnotise.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A cross between a word search puzzle and trivia game, alongside your little worm buddy. Each level has a theme and a list of hidden words to find, but you don't know the words, OR the grid. Explore the crosswords-esque grid, connect letters to form words, then find them all to win! It's a tricky but relaxing brain challenge, perfect for word puzzle lovers. Over 60 levels available! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Word Worm.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

94% User Score Based on 33 reviews

Snapshots is a short game about organizing messy spaces. Place every object back where it belongs, discovering and deciphering secrets hidden amongst the clutter. Populate cabinets, rearrange draws; experience the small joy of putting things right where they belong.  •    15 hand-crafted rooms to complete. •    Clues and secrets to piece together. •    Atmospheric music and sound desig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snapshots.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

63% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Hidden Felines: Japanese Village is a short yet relaxing hidden object game set in Japan. Explore beautifully hand-drawn isometric art as you search for 100 cats who are waiting to be found. Camera Movement w,a,s,d and arrow keys Left click hold and middle mouse button drag Edge panning Hint System The game features a hint system with camera panning. When activated, the camera dyn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Felines: Japanese Village.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

91% User Score Based on 57 reviews

Episodes 1 and 2 are complete. If you purchase the game now, you will receive the full version and all future updates free of charge.«The Guardian of Nature» is a wholesome puzzle adventure game about the interconnectedness of nature, created in a wonderful hand-drawn and hand-animation style. You play as Henry, a Guardian of Nature who needs to go on a magical journey to save nature and The Tree… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guardian of Nature.