Games like Buried Magic: A Story about the Unseen

Story OverviewIn an era where sword and sorcery intertwine, a mysterious continent thrives with diverse races—humans, elves, merfolk, and more—living side by side. Ancient legends and forgotten secrets await the brave who dare to uncover them. Your journey begins in a magical town, home to a long-established academy where young sorcerers gather to study the theories and techniques of magic, engag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 星星魔法和女巫STAR MAGIC AND WITCHES.

Escape from a children's storybook world in this creepy AF adventure. Sleepytime Village is a creepy AF classic-style point & click adventure game about learning to rediscover both your inner child and the joy of creativity. Inspired by games like Monkey Island and Broken Sword. you’ll take the role of a neglectful, workaholic father as he wakes in a mysterious children’s storybook villag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleepytime Village.

A young girl with the power to control a supernatural mist remembers only one thing - her brother has been kidnapped. Navigate the haze, uncover family secrets, solve mind-bending puzzles, and discover the truth in this artistic platformer. ABOUT THIS GAME A young girl awakens alone, her mind void of the events that led to her solitude. All she knows is that her brother has been taken… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mistcaller.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

92% User Score Based on 154 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

A voice wakes you. It gives you a purpose. To achieve it you have a notebook with mysterious entries, and an entire house to explore. The moment has arrived to complete your mission. If you desire. If you are able. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clem.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization

96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

A mysterious laugh echoed from the lake on that restless summer night. One careless step outside the tent — and you find yourself dragged into a dark world of shifting swamps, inhabited by strange creatures and filled with hidden secrets. Soon, a talking Cat convinces you to enter the inhospitable castle rising above the swamp, while the Witch from the gingerbread house teaches you the basics of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Swamp.

Feature List ABOUT THIS GAMEWhat Secrets Lurk Within the Puppeteer’s Strings?Unravel the Mystery. Confront the Terror. Survive the Nightmare. Dive into a gripping narrative horror experience where the line between truth and legend frays. In The Puppeteer, you’ll guide Emil as he follows a trail of scorched reports, broken toys, and conflicting testimonies around a figure blamed for disapp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evernoth A Deep Descent.

Step into the dazzling streets of 1950s Salem, a city of towering lights and whispered spells, where glamour masks danger, and magic simmers beneath the surface of modernity. Dakota, the daughter of a Salem witch, returns to her hometown after receiving a mysterious letter about her mother’s death. Attacked by a shadowy figure, Dakota finds herself mortally wounded and trapped between the world of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of Salem: Shadow of the Witch Collector's Edition.

The forest is changing — and it wants you to notice. A creeping Rot spreads through the trees, warping roots, twisting animals into monstrous forms, and stirring something ancient beneath the soil. As Velimir, a young hunter sent by the Academy, you follow strange signs and relics into a woodland where nothing obeys the rules of nature anymore. Shadows shift, illusions whisper, and the Blight —… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hunter's Journey: Nightmare Hunting Collector's Edition.

When our story begins, it is 1898. Far from home and at the very start of her career, Eleanor Rosewood is determined to prove herself in a world that does not welcome her easily. Plagued by recurring nightmares about her father’s death, Eleanor struggles to move on until she witnesses a killing disturbingly similar to what she has seen in her dreams. What she once believed to be imagination may… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Victorian Dread.

An island full of riddles. A story that has endured for centuries. And a treasure that may never have been meant for human eyes. What begins as a simple assignment soon turns into a dangerous descent — into the earth, into history, into truth.James Watson is drawn into the depths of a centuries-old conspiracy. He uncovers hidden structures, disturbing clues, and a web of dark secrets stretching fa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Mystery of Oak Island.

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.

Witch City Stories In a world ruled by ordinary men, magic is a gift possessed by only a few. Pipi, a young and inexperienced witch, is destined to face a cataclysm of planetary proportions, she must get rid of a meteorite and save all the beings that inhabit the planet. To do so, she must discover the right spell and gather the necessary elements to perform it. Will Pipi be able to save them all?… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch City Stories.

Join a Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure: a story-driven, point-and-click experience designed for players who enjoy exploration, observation, and clever problem-solving. You’ll search richly detailed scenes to find cleverly concealed objects, interact with the environment, and solve a variety of mini-games and puzzles that move the story forward. When the desert begins to stir and ancient stone aw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Portals: Chronicles of the Sunbound Collector's Edition.

In A Song in Elyel Nalore, you'll step into the shoes of a skilled protagonist who takes on a simple guild job that turns into a dangerous quest to uncover dark secrets.  This Metroidvania-style action adventure combines intense platforming, dynamic combat, and immersive world-building to create an unforgettable journey.  Key Features: Exploration & Discovery: Dive into a vast, beautifu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Song in Elyel Nalore.

You have awoken - trapped in a strange house. The fire is all but dead and the wind is howling outside. There are strange artefacts around the house and you soon come to realise that this is no ordinary house. This charmingly creepy little cottage appears to be the home of a witch! You must escape by finding, using and combining various items, which can be found around the several areas of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Grimazel's Cottage.

First-person interactive psychological horror narrative game. Immerse yourself in this one-of-a-kind horror where your real phone connects to the game! Travel into Cara’s memories searching for her missing sister. Uncover dark family secrets, exorcize demons, and solve puzzles in a world of witchcraft. Cara’s phone and yours will unlock unspeakable horrors! Real-Phone Mechanics In this groundbre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Disappearance of Emily Crowe.

Aether Collector is a surreal point-and-click adventure set inside an anomaly. Step into the shoes of Samantha, a new hire at A-VOID Corporation's Outpost X, tasked with mining mysterious Aether from the air in the abandoned Quandary Valley. Navigate a world where reality bends and corporate interests clash with the unknown. Key Features: Explore an eerie, abandoned town and surrounding fore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aether Collector.

Step into a story-driven point & click adventure that blends mystery with challenge. As you explore eerie locations, you’ll search for cleverly concealed objects, solve puzzles, and piece together a dark tale that unfolds one discovery at a time. Each scene demands sharp eyes and a curious mind, making every moment of play an engaging test of observation and logic. What begins as a simple nig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halloween Secrets: The Blood Vow Collector's Edition.

Once a novelist, Vincent Marlow was forced to abandon his writing after being falsely accused. Then one day, he receives a letter from Sofia, asking him to find her missing younger brother—who disappeared in the place connected to the case that ruined his life. Unknown - Raven Field is the first Episode in the Unknown series, a gripping mystery adventure game. Key Features Immersive Storylin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown - Raven Field.

26%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

40% User Score Based on 15 reviews

The ancient Tranton family curse has forced young Miss Susan to embark on a perilous journey—one that will take her deep into the realm of the dead. Along the way, she will encounter ghostly inhabitants, forge unexpected alliances, face formidable enemies, and, most importantly, uncover the answer to the most haunting question of all: Who is truly responsible for the massacre of her entire family?… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle of Secrets.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

96% User Score Based on 47 reviews

Tiny Cats is a mysterious hidden cat-detective game where you need to find all the hidden and deeply hidden cats in the mansion. Save each cat from the mysterious magic that keeps them trapped inside. And uncover the mystery of your late aunt's house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to tiny Cats.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

94% User Score Based on 52 reviews

An action adventure game in which you, as a magic doll, will fight evil spirits at night. You will be met by malicious opponents - a bannik, a ovinnik and a kikimora. Find a way to defeat them in a fair fight and teach them a lesson so that they will remember it for a long time! • Explore the yard, the wheat field and the river bank • Collect a collection of strange objects • Learn more a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vasilisa and Baba Yaga.

A Medieval Fantasy of Heroism, Sacrifice, and the Cost of Doing what is RightWhen a young village girl named Hinkle enters the service of Sir Gilkrist of Lothellae, she is eager to leave behind her life of poverty and abuse. Until she is drawn into a war she cannot escape. Cities burn, ancient powers stir, and a darkness long hidden begins to surface. Alongside new companions, Hinkle must naviga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maidendawn: A Heroine's Tale.

Kisetsu no Shima is an enchanting top-down RPG where you step into the shoes of Mika Yamaguchi, a spirited high school student, who just recently moved to the island after the loss of her parents. Explore the mystical "Island of Seasons" where each distinct "season" region of the island presents its own unique challenges, from dynamic environments and seasonal hazards to bespok… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kisetsu no Shima (Island of Seasons).

A Wonderful, Wicked World Awaits Shyftrs is a 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure where every step forward uncovers another world beneath the surface. Play as Brams Corvin, son of the prestigious House of Corvin, explorers of the unknown. When your parents vanish during a secret expedition, your search for answers shatters reality itself, sending you from Esos to the strange, luminous realm of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shyftrs.

Join Fiora, a brilliant young inventor, on her quest to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious disappearances. Step into an enchanting fantasy world brimming with magic, wonder, and danger. As a miners’ strike spirals into violence, the Mining Company hires mercenaries to crush the unrest. In the chaos, people are vanishing one by one. Tensions rise, but Fiora won’t be deterred from her … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forge of the Fae.

Darkfall Shadows: Dr. Grimshaw's DescentStep into the ominous world of Darkfall Shadows, a 2D puzzle-adventure where light and darkness weave a haunting tale of guilt, obsession, and the unravelling mind of Dr. Alistair Grimshaw. Drawn to the decaying Darkfall Manor by the disappearance of a young girl, you, the detective, embark on an investigation that will lead you through twisted dimensions, u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkfall Shadows.

Iron Friend is a spine-chilling first-person horror game where you must confront dark mysteries and survive terrifying encounters. As a staff member thrown into a horrifying situation, your goal is to uncover the truth behind the eerie events unfolding around you. Navigate through creepy environments, solve puzzles, and avoid lurking dangers as you piece together the sinister secrets hidden within… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Friend.

Step into the shoes of Jackie Hart, a paranormal investigator,  as she navigates a chilling mystery set in the shadowy streets and rooftops of modern Taiwan. A gruesome discovery on a hotel roof leads to a tangled web of ritualistic sacrifices, ancient folklore, and unearthly entities each with their own motivations and plans for Jackie. In this 2D point & click adventure, you'll: Investigate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jackie Hart: Headhunter.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,220 reviews

You are the Carimara, and your mission is to conjure a ghost by answering their questions using your cards. A short and creepy fairytale, full of surprises and mysteries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 191 reviews

A School Prefect has been pushed out of a window, and everyone's blaming YOU. Can you find the culprit - or someone to take the fall - before you get EXPELLED? Mystery with a wicked twist, from the creators of Overboard! and A Highland Song. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Expelled!.

Nocturne Island Obscuria About the Game: Immerse yourself in the hauntingly mysterious world of Nocturne Island Obscuria, an adrenaline-pumping first-person adventure crafted with the engine Unreal Engine 5. Step into the shoes of a police officer whose routine patrol takes a terrifying turn when a shipwreck leaves you stranded on the enigmatic Nocturne Island. This is no ordinary island; it's a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nocturne Island Obscuria.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 2,180 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

The ground starts shaking, light bulbs are breaking - and something rather unusual is happening right behind the walls of your very room. Equipped with nothing but wit and courage, you slowly descend into a world inhabited by avian folk and seemingly deadly furniture monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creaks.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 1,266 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

Dragons, witches, trolls... No one can stop Anna. With her telekinesis, unorthodox use of torture instruments, a knack for improvisation and the help of a shady fox she just makes her way. She communes with the dead, shuts off the local taverns beer supply and gets old ladies behind bars... The world of author Dane Krams' debut on the game development stage isn't as cuddly as it may seem. Anna h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anna's Quest.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Ancra is a narrative driven, puzzle-horror game. Explore the home of a dying photographer, and solve puzzles to access new areas. Solve cryptic puzzles, embrace or evade vengeful specters, decide who to trust and unravel a mystery. Encounter strange, conflicting beings and discover a haunting story, piece by piece. Try to understand why you are here, who you are and what role you play in their sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancra.

Join Firva in a dark and fantastical medieval realm as she embarks on a perilous quest to save her mother and sister. Explore a world filled with breathtaking landscapes and daunting challenges that will test your wits and bravery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firva Strings of Fate.

Twilight Gallery is a surreal point-and-click puzzle game inspired by 1990s and early 2000s adventure games, blending liminal space exploration with dark fantasy and sci-fi aesthetics. Explore a strange art gallery that seems to be watching you back. As a visitor mysteriously invited after hours, you’ll navigate fixed camera scenes, collect unusual objects, and use them to uncover hidden clues e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twilight Gallery.

Since ancient times, ravens have been perceived as messengers between worlds—guardians of secrets and observers of fate. fCorvus is a puzzling journey that celebrates the intelligence of the most enigmatic bird in history. Unveil 80 legends through hand-drawn illustrations and a profound, original soundtrack. 1. The Puzzle — Piece the Scenery TogetherEvery landscape, every feather, and every sh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to fCorvus.

- Find de key and go to the exit (big arrow) - Controls: Use keyboard arrows or swipe controls on your mobile device. This is a game made by Marcos Riffel for #4 Gdevelop GameJam - Thank you for playing! Link to play Switched Destiny in  GDevelop games page. Switched Destiny | Play on gd.games If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Switched Destiny.

Batty Shadowless Adventures is a magical 2D pixel art platformer where you take on the wings of Batty — a mysterious cat or bat (it’s still unknown) — who finds herself in a world of broken shadows. Batty doesn’t remember who she is or why she ended up here. All she knows is her boundless love for cheese and that somewhere in this enchanted land the answers to her past are waiting. To recover her… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Batty Shadowless Adventures.

Welcome to the Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure — a story-driven point-and-click experience where you solve mysteries through exploration and puzzles. Players are invited to search for cleverly hidden items in richly detailed scenes, while uncovering secrets through mini-games and logic challenges. It’s the perfect mix of detective work, brain-teasing riddles, and immersive storytelling. Detective … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of Salem: The Phantom Cab Collector's Edition.

StoryMeet Lorry, a shy yet curious young girl who lives alone with Helina in a small cabin located... well, Lorry doesn't know exactly. In fact--besides some occasional glances through the window in her bedroom, peering into an opaque snowstorm--Lorry has no idea what the world even looks like. Her entire life, for as long as she can remember, has been this cabin. Helina say's it's not safe ou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faded Solitude.

Within her own garden, amidst soil and roots, there exists an abundant and nearly unexplored kingdom, full of secrets and challenges, where small lives can change an entire world. Play as Rafaela - After falling from her window while trying to catch a butterfly, and mysteriously waking up tiny in her enormous garden, Rafaela must discover how to help her new insect companions and find a way to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden of Butterflies.

A gothic dating sim.     Welcome to the Madam's Academy, a once-prestigious boarding school for witches, reduced to a echo of its former splendor. With neither heart nor hand left to tend it, many promising young witches have been turned away, and the manor has slipped into quiet disarray. The chandeliers struggle to hold back the shadows, furniture is coated in thick dust, and where magick onc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witches'Butler.

Land of Infinite Dreams is a story-driven, single-player action-adventure that takes players on an emotional journey through surreal dreamscapes — as Princess Luna, a young girl who escapes into Lunaria, a dreamworld shaped by loss, loneliness, and imagination. Luna's StoryLuna, the young princess of an unknown kingdom, has always lived between two worlds. Each full moon, she’d step into a magica… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Land of Infinite Dreams.

Story After a nightmarish childhood spent surrounded by angry spirits drawn to her father and haunting their home, Sandra has enjoyed  ten years of peace. When her father disappeared without explanation, their ghastly tormentors vanished. But when a letter arrives addressed to him--with a train ticket from a long-abandoned station--the haunting resumes. This time, the spirits aren't after her fat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fevercide.

About this game Discover the truth behind your lineageYou are Teios—a young apprentice in the outlawed art of summoning. After narrowly escaping the Empire’s soldiers who came for your grandfather, you begin a journey across dangerous lands to discover the truth behind your lineage. But you won’t walk this road alone. Along the way, you'll forge friendships, battle terrifying foes, explore ancient… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Teios Journey.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Imagine a place where the line between reality and nightmare fades away. Welcome to The Lethe. Once a sanctuary for society's most fragile minds, The Lethe concealed a sinister truth beneath its facade of healing. What was meant to mend the broken was, in reality, a twisted experiment designed to shatter the soul. In RealEscape, an immersive 3D single-player escape room game, you’ll confront t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RealEscape.

You have just inherited a grand yet forsaken Victorian estate—but something lurks within its halls. As you explore its shadowed corridors, you’ll uncover lost artifacts, arcane relics, and cryptic puzzles that guard the secrets of its past. Find unique artifacts for your otherworldly visitors in need Solve the puzzles of the mansion to unravel its secrets Discover hidden rooms and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Souvenirs.

The Last Mage: Trials of Vahrkesh is a semi-realistic story-driven action RPG about a young woman named Aelena who is mysteriously transported from the modern world to a medieval realm through a strange portal. While exploring an ancient library, she discovers a forbidden grimoire that grants her powerful magical abilities. Aelena soon learns of a dark past — a massacre that nearly wiped out all … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Mage: Trials of Vahrkesh.