Games like Beth Can't Play Instruments, and That's Okay: A Color-Along Adventure!

I mean... My name is Beth, Elizabeth is one of the best characters ever, what more can I say? Seriously though, BioShock Infinite is one of my favorite games of all time. The story is incredible, and there are some absolutely remarkable quotes. One of them really hit home for me due to my terrible memory: "The mind of the subject will desperately struggle to create memories where none exist."  T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bird or the Cage.

This is a short, true tale of independence. Of biting into a cold piece of pizza and discovering how wonderful life can be. A celebration of individuality after a (fairly) long life of being who I "should be." This 8-page zine was written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on Instagram posted by @blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 6-10 was Throwback, with instructions to "Take us back to the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cold Pizza Tastes Like Freedom.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 6-10 was throwback, with instructions to "Take us back to the past!" So, I chose to write a silly zine about things that get lost to time and how they sound a bit weird to younger generations that didn't live it. I used examples from 3 generations of my family (my memaw, mom, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kwak Pencils Zine.

An 8-page poetry zine about breaking the cycle and going our own way. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  More Zines You can check out a list of other zines you can read in your browser here. If you liked The Rebel Lemming, be sure to check out more of our zines below:  <a href="unexpected" class="redactor-linkify-object… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rebel Lemming.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative.  The prompt for July 1-5 was Introductions, with instructions to "Introduce us to someone or something. It can be an intro to you, a pet, or anything really!" So, I chose to write a zine with a little bit about me. It contains a few lists of things I like along with a link to a mini playlist on  spo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hello! A Little Bit of Me Zine.

I've been cranking out zines left and right this month, but when I hit the "Memories" prompt I was stumped. Angel came up with such a beautiful zine for the month celebrating her grandmas, but I sat here like... "What memory should I write about"? It wasn't about narrowing down my choices, it was about picking literally anything at all that I haven't written about a million times. Even my discover… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Anti-Remembering-Stuff Club.

When I was a kid, we'd go to Toys R Us for video games. They carried NES and then SNES titles, and it was so magical exploring the aisles, checking out the game boxes, and choosing one. Reading the manual on the way home or at a restaurant (or both) is something I'll never forget loving, even though my memory is awful   This zine is a celebration of that feeling, that exploration and discovery, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Games R Us.

This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine created using a prompt from the Zine Idea Generator to "make a blackout poem zine that shows screenshots from your camera roll."  I went a couple steps further with this challenge and limited myself to only screenshots that were already on my phone, and to take no new screenshots for the purpose of using in this zine. I also made the black out poetry from scree… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Screen Shot.

An 8-page zine written for the #zinetober23 challenge on Instagram posted by Julia from Munich Zine Library. The prompt for October 2-6 was Fanzine, with instructions to "Create a zine about something you are a fan of (music, movies, artists, etc.)". I chose 90s music because it's when I'd started buying my own CDs to listen to in my car. A lot of that era of music carries a big dose of nostalgia … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 90's Music Is The Best Music.

When I was trying to figure out what to write for a pocket guide, I went back into my old reliable well of "what would be helpful for ME." And the answer was: a lil booklet of stuff I often have to Google! Or, well, Bing (for the Microsoft Reward Points!), but "Stuff I Often Bing" doesn't sound as cool. The zine covers: Several different grammatical topics (I do a good amount of editing work, incl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stuff I Often Google.

This Costume of Mine explores my costume (the way I express myself as a trans woman) and my mask (how I express myself while suffering from bouts of bipolar). It's a perzine that dives into the emotions, thoughts, and struggles I have with both, as well as aligning my authentic self with these things tugging at me. I also made a Designer's Notes edition that goes into far more detail because 8 mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This Costume of Mine.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 11-15 was Fanzine, with instructions to "Share with us what you are a fan about!" I chose spoken word poetry which I enjoy looking up on YouTube whenever I have a chance. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  We're running our fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Spoken Word Zine.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 31st was 24 hr Zine, with instructions to "Make a mini zine about anything within 24 hours! Or take on the original challenge of 24 pages in 24 hrs!"   I had intended for the 24 hr zine to be a game but I got a pretty late start today. After about an hour of working on the game z… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Walk in the Park Zine.

Become a Zinester ($3) or higher on our Patreon before January 23rd to get this zine for free! Quotes are one of my favorite things to collect. I like to reflect on them and find new hidden depths within. I often try to think about how to apply certain quotes in my life to better it in some way.  Living in Quotations is a zine that contains quotes that I've chosen to ponder a little more closely… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Living in Quotations.

I dunno about you, but I've been told my whole life that I have obligations: I need to do well in school, get a good job, work hard, avoid wasting my potential, help others, sleep when I'm dead... So when this (fictional) zine told me I was a child of Aergia, the goddess of idleness, it was life-changing! In it, the author (me) explained that my only obligation in life is to chill and put out zer… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Children of Aergia.

Lazy Days is a simple poem about the lazy days of summer.  Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 26 - 30 is Mixed Media Zine.  "The topic is up to you but think about different mediums you can use to make your mini zine! Like paints and collage or dried flowers and block prints!" … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lazy Days.

Color Me Loved is a series of short poems I (Angel) wrote. I made them into zine format to give to Beth because the poetry site we met on is no longer there and it's just nice to have them exist elsewhere. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Did you know we have a Patreon? You can read more about Color Me Loved there. The vast majority of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Color Me Loved (Poem Zine).

July is International Zine Month! You can get all of the zines we've released over the last month by becoming a Zinester member of our Patreon! As of July 31st, that's nine zines for $3 (including this one), plus all of the zines we release on Itch while you're a member. Inspirations This was created for @blancisthecreative's #minizinejuly25. July 21st -25th prompt: "Heart Dump".  "A heart dump … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How Do I Miss Thee?.

The Princess Tchotchkes is a perzine about The Princess Bride collectables I own. The movie has been a favorite of mine since I was a child and over the years my collection has grown. When I saw the prompt for this week's #minizinejuly24 challenge this was the first thing that came to mind. So, I gathered up my collection, took some photos and shared some memories and quotes. Mini Zine July 2024 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Princess Tchotchkes.

Note: a huge shout out to Angel who helped a LOT with the graphical layout: she chose the font, the battery image, and the image on the right side of the page. She also chose the background color of the card. It looks infinitely better than if I made it myself!   You'll Need Yourself (this is a solo game, but can be played with or against others)One printed postcardFour standard dice (d6)A way t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Charged Up!.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

79% User Score Based on 359 reviews

Visual Novel game about a wave of murders that sweep across a city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Major\Minor.

Become a Zinester ($3) or higher on our Patreon before January 20th to get this zine for free! The Ghost of You and I is a collection of 6 short poems. In the past I've posted uplifting, and romantic poetry, and this is a bit of a shift in tone from those.  Over the years I've written a lot of poetry for writing prompt challenges and from my own perspective and experiences. This collection is a m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ghost of You and I.

Sometimes I Write About Stars is a collection of poems I wrote. This is the first of a series of poetry collection zines and contains 7 short poems. I do a lot of pondering about the vastness of space and my own insignificance in the grand scheme of things, these poems are little glimpses into that. How Do I Fold It Though? Note: There are two versions:  A digital book making it easy to read wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sometimes I Write About Stars.

This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine with cat/kitten photography taken by me. Live in the United States and would like a physical copy mailed to you or someone you know? You'll get the digital version to look at and print now, in addition to the physical copy mailed to you for $4. Scroll past the Download Now button to the Printed Zine section to find out more! How Do I Fold It Though? This vi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to unexpected guests.

‍♀️ Solo Exercise tracking The CDC recommends getting 150 minutes of cardio and 2 strength-training exercises in per week. But time is freaking weird, how are you supposed to keep track? With these cute pixel-art cards, of course! Each card has two objects made up of a total of 30 squares, and each square represents 5 minutes. As you exercise, fill in or mark off the squares, writing any leftover … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fit in 150 Minutes.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 16-20 was Pocket Guide, with instructions to "Make a handy guide to carry in your pocket. It can be a guide to mushrooms, thrifting, even fixing a car!" After thinking this one over for a bit and fussing to Beth that I had no idea how to narrow down what I should write a pocket g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Pocket Guide to Remembering what you came into the room for....

To Each, Their Own Drum is a simple short poem that encourages being a parade of one, who continues on and celebrates yourself through good and bad times. This is an 8-page mini zine that was inspired by the prompt Celebration from @blancisthecreative #minizinejuly24 challenge.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Check out More Zines! You c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To Each, Their Own Drum.

Lone Soles is a poem written in celebration of the heritage and tradition of Native American rain dancing. About an unwavering spirit that didn't give up until he received what he sought.  Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 1 - 5 is Celebration! "Put together a mini zine to celeb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Soles.

I've heard so many awful apologies in my life, but it feels like I'm noticing them more and more often lately. So I couldn't help but create this zine for those people :D It's definitely one of my snarkiest creations, I generally try not to let these feelings show publicly... Give a copy to everyone who's awful at apologizing!  OMG I forgot to mention: Angel gave me this idea! I was gonna write … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It Might Be a Crappy Apology If....

 A friend of mine introduced me to the term "transition armor," and I found myself clinging to that when dysphoria was at its strongest early in my transition to Beth. As time went on, I found things that made me happy and slowly started to fight against dysphoria until I could banish it for periods of time (it's an immortal beast that can never be slain, though...).  This zine covers the things t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Transition Armor.

Mini Zine July 2024An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 21-25 was Memories, with instructions to "Share a cherished memory or string of memories like your first day of school or a fun road trip."  There are so many memories to write about, so this was difficult for me to choose.About When my grandma passed away, I w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memories of My Grandmas.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

92% User Score Based on 126 reviews

Beeswing is a game set in a small village in rural Scotland, the village I grew up in. Visit the places and people who shaped a life and discover their stories. Represented in hand painted, water colour graphics with a unique, acoustic soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beeswing.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

72% User Score Based on 3,909 reviews

The Way of Life makes the player relive the same life's experiences from the point of view of three characters of different ages: an adult, an old man and a child. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Way of Life Free Edition.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

71% User Score Based on 572 reviews

Belladonna is a gothic adventure game, twisted and dark. Take the role of a corpse girl rising from the dead in an abandoned laboratory, and unravel the mysteries concerning your own death and reanimation.The game explores various themes, such as the role of villains and heroes, moral value systems and different kinds of horror. It’s a point-and-click adventure, and it will ask you to read longer … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Belladonna.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

82% User Score Based on 436 reviews

A little girl was sleeping peacefully with her Teddy bear, when suddenly, a monster popped out from her cupboard then stole her favorite plush. When closing the door, the little girl awoke then got inside the cupboard. and was projected into a magical world, full of monsters and oddities. She must now explore this strange land and help its inhabitants in order to rescue her Teddy. Still one quest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Finding Teddy.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

91% User Score Based on 544 reviews

Witches x Warlocks is a cute and light-hearted Halloween Raising Sim Visual Novel; featuring a customizable protagonist and 4 love interests of different genders! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witches x Warlocks.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

88% User Score Based on 886 reviews

Critic Score 95%Based on 1 reviews

A groundbreaking local co-op RPG for 1-4 players. An ancient, malevolent force stirs within the depths of the Eon Altar, and it’s up to YOU to stop it! Eon Altar combines nail-biting action and turn-based tactical combat with an epic story of friendship, destiny and betrayal. In Eon Altar, each player uses their smartphone as a private screen to see their motivations, thoughts and innermost secr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eon Altar.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

96% User Score Based on 1,152 reviews

Hoshina Shuuji has a secret: He has a mysterious power that allows him to perceive the emotions of others. However, he is soon to find out that he is not the only one who has something he doesn't want others to find out about as Ayachi Nene, a classmate, likewise has a secret. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sabbat of the Witch.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 1,471 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

Tramp, Granny, Bandit & Devil If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pilgrims.

I love the puzzle of creating things, and this zine explains why, as well as the struggles I face every time I make something and the tools I use to fiddle til I find the fun :D Mini Zine July 2024 Piecing it Together was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 21- 25 was Tchotchkes. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great exam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Piecing It Together.

Thanks Past Me! is a zine about treating Past, Present, and Future you as a team that can work together. Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 11 - 15 is Before & After. "Create a mini zine that shows a before and after of something." How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thanks Past Me!.

I Say Be a Child is a poem reminding people of the innocence of childhood and to encourage people to hold on to that wonder as long as possible. Adulting is hard, I say be a child!Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 6 - 10 is Reminder Zine. "Create a helpful mini zine for you or a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Say Be a Child.

Life's Little Snapshots is a series of short poems that all capture small moments and memories. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Did you know we have a Patreon? You can read more about Life's Little Snapshots there. The vast majority of our posts are free: we share news, updates, behind-the-scenes design stuff, and more. We do have pai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life's Little Snapshots.

Physical Copies Available! A poem I wrote about collecting intangible things. This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  We're running our first Beth and Angel Make Games crowdfunding campaign in February!  The campaign runs from January 31st through February, and you can: Challenge us to make zines of your cho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mason Jar Wishes.

This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine that you carry with you to write down compliments (and if you choose, criticisms) that you receive. There are journaling prompts to help you process and hopefully lead to healthier thoughts on taking a compliment or dealing with negativity. This game was created using a prompt from the Zine Idea Generator to "Make a pocket zine that is about your favorite quote… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regard With Esteem Zine.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

62% User Score Based on 630 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Rue Valley Digital Deluxe Edition includes: - Rue Valley - Rue Valley - Digital OST - Rue Valley - Digital Artbook - Rue Valley - Supporter Pack If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rue Valley.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

85% User Score Based on 980 reviews

Explore stress-relief coloring book. Relax with fun pages for everyone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ColorDo: Coloring Book Pages.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

91% User Score Based on 146 reviews

Epigraph is a short, challenging, language decipherment puzzle game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epigraph.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

90% User Score Based on 802 reviews

A short, choose your own adventure game about two boys surviving the apocalypse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nocturnals.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

95% User Score Based on 3,822 reviews

What Never Was is a short, story-driven first-person game focused on exploration and puzzle-solving about Sarah, having to shoulder the arduous task of clearing out her grandfathers attic, and soon finds that not everything about the attic is what it seems. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What Never Was.