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Looking for games like CATAPHILIA? Here are top open world simulation recommendations with a historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Seven Days Until Morning, The Last Detour or There's Nothing Down There.
Seven centuries in the future, humanity is collapsing. In an attempt to spare yourself the same fate as the rest of the system, you flee to the furthest away place you can feasibly survive: Pluto. Survive the downfall of humanity in a centuries old survival bunker, or at least the first week. Uninhabited for centuries. You crash land on Pluto, it's the furthest away place you could reach that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seven Days Until Morning.
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Auric Falcon, a lone traveler, and his drone companion, ADAM, are forced to make a detour to Earth in search of a vital energy source for their ship, all while on the run from the Citadella Militia. The Last Detour is a short but memorable, single-player, story-driven journey through a desolate, post-apocalyptic Earth — specifically, a ruined farm and the secrets hidden beneath it. In this focu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Detour.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:emotional, grinding85% User Score 285 reviews
There's Nothing Down There is a short undersea horror exploration game. Descend into a sinkhole at the bottom of the ocean and discover the remains of a lost, yet not dead, civilization. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to There's Nothing Down There.
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- 58%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay73% User Score 30 reviews
Reliefs is a first-person platform adventure puzzle game in a Mediterranean environment covered with Roman ruins left for centuries or indeed millennia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reliefs The Time of the Lemures.
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- 97%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability97% User Score 1,062 reviews
Do you have what it takes to be an astronaut? Reentry is a realistic space flight simulator based on NASAs space programs; from the first American human spaceflight in Project Mercury, the rendezvous and EVAs of Project Gemini to the Moon landing in Project Apollo. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reentry: An Orbital Simulator.
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Realm of Dread is a singleplayer, psychological horror game with survival mechanics. One night, you woke up in a world filled with supernatural entities. Once you realize your family is missing, you will go into the dark and look for them. As you walk in the dark forest, you will find abandoned places to explore and you will find new equipments to fight. With each fight, you will be one step close… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm of Dread.
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The Universe is Yours—Without Limits. Set in the fourth millennium, you enter a post-apocalyptic era where humanity has abandoned the ruins of the past to forge a new civilization among the stars. From your cockpit, you are free to explore, trade, and combat in a universe rendered at a true 1:1 scale, where every point of light in the sky is a destination you can actually reach. Core Feature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Univoyager.
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- 99%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding99% User Score 95 reviews
Join the adventure and become the master of the metro in a fascinating game that takes you into the mysterious underground world of the Prague capital city. Face challenges on the tracks from the cabin of the historic EČS or 81-71 train. Can you complete the entire route, transport all passengers, and avoid any delays? This game is not an ordinary train simulator. Here, you have complete fr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Back in Service: a Metro Driver.
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- 63%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, emotionalMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics63% User Score 51 reviews
"As a solo developer, I’ve poured my heart into every detail of Short Snow, striving to create an immersive and challenging experience. From the howling winds to the crunch of snow underfoot, every element has been crafted with care and dedication to bring this frozen wilderness to life." It is up to you how you want to play. Choose your adventure with two distinct game modes Story M… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Short Snow | Cold Survival Game.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, stability96% User Score 9,993 reviews
SpaceEngine is a 3D astronomy program and game engine developed by Russian astronomer and programmer Vladimir Romanyuk. Using real astronomical catalogs and procedural generation, it creates a three dimensional planetarium representing the entire universe. Users can travel through space in any direction or speed, and forwards or backwards in time. It uses pseudo-random numbers to procedurally cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpaceEngine.
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- 22%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story33% User Score 18 reviews
The communication with SH42, transporting the settlers to colonize the planet, was lost. A lot of light years passed when the last message was received from them. It said: "Death or Cress". A star hunter and a crusader of the Star Holy Church set out on a search of the survived or to read the funeral service for the remains of the settlers if they all had died. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallalypse: Death or Cress.
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As a Time Gamer, you have been selected to journey back to 1864 in search of a mysterious relic believed to have inspired the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Armed with a period map and a list of historic locations, you must explore the past, uncover clues, and collect keys that lead to the lost artifact. This is a relaxed exploration and discovery game. It is best described as a 3D hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Gamers: Guardians of the Marble Man.
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- 62%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability100% User Score 13 reviews
Immerse yourself in the satisfying feeling of shattering pots. Explore a tranquil abandoned medieval castle, buy upgrades and smash every pot you can find. Some pots might behave a little… different. They can bounce, teleport, fly, or even clone themselves. Some stick to walls. Some are big, some are small. The more pots you destroy, the more gold you’ll earn. Use that gold at magical altars… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Game About Breaking Pots.
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Set during four pivotal epidemics that changed history, Plague Doctor: Contagion 430 BCE–2020 AD is a single-player, first-person narrative adventure about greed, compassion, and courage in times of crisis. Explore four cities—each battling a deadly outbreak—and make choices that will save or cost the lives of countless people. Roam the streets of Athens, recording the effects of a mysteri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plague Doctor: Contagion 430 BCE–2020 AD.
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Note: Portraits are not enabled in the full game release as of right now. After much consideration, I came to the conclusion that they just didn't fit right in the UI or match the style of the game well enough. In a future update, I may enable them again when I feel they match the game better. Cavernreach is a first-person, story-driven cave exploration adventure. Play as Grant, a contracted c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cavernreach.
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Step into the haunting world of Ardena, a first-person survival horror game that will test your wits and courage. Alone in a shadowy forest surrounded by an eerie silence, your only solace is a flickering campfire. But the fire won’t last forever—it’s up to you to keep it alive. Survive the NightGather wood to fuel your campfire, your only shield against the encroaching darkness. The fire's glow k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ardena.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding96% User Score 184 reviews
Blackshard is a first-person exploration game. Wander through a strange megastructure, the Labyrinth, to unravel its mysteries... Your behavior within the Labyrinth will define the outcome of your journey. What path will you choose to take? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLACKSHARD.
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- 84%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music84% User Score 108 reviews
Please ensure that you download through the itch.io app to ensure that you get the best update experience.NEW UPDATE BRANCH IS SEPERATE! DOWNLOAD HEREVirtual Towers Tech Demo Forbidden Valley by Virtual Towers Online (itch.io)Virtual Towers Online is a realistic, "to-scale" exact replica of the Alton Towers theme park. It is designed to be as close to realism as possible using architectural plans… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Virtual Towers Online.
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Pure Chinese 3D First-Person Detective Series GameThe Meiqi Series is a Chinese style full 3D detective game, it tells the story of detective Liu Qingchun from the contact of Sun Meiqi secret room murder case began a series of mysterious cases and strange events. This uniquely rich narrative puzzle game combines deduction-focused gameplay with a non-linear storytelling approach, incorporating t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MeiQi 2024.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay67% User Score 61 reviews
Average Playtime: 10-15 minutes Story The protagonist (Mitsuo Nakamura) falls asleep on a plane on his way back from a business trip. And when he wakes up... Gameplay This game is a loop-based horror game. Controls WASD to move Left shift to runLeft click to ActionF to LightESC to Pause Developer's Anecdote Developed single-handedly by a 15-year-old. Video Distribution Guidelines Indiv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horror Family - Flight.
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- 81%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability81% User Score 106 reviews
Part I: THE LAST SURVIVOR Sixteen years have passed since humanity's extinction due to a global virus outbreak. You play as James, who, along with his brother, believes they are the last survivors. However, this changes when he discovers an invitation to a survivors' base, HaustVille. Part II: WHATEVER IT TAKES Determined to find others, the brothers leave everything behind. After a few days, the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Once Alive.
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- 88%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay88% User Score 64 reviews
Morels 2 is a relaxing adventure game about mushroom hunting and wildlife photography. Find as many morel mushrooms as you can while capturing photos of wildlife that you encounter, all while enjoying the sounds and experiences of nature surrounding you. Explore locations all around the world. You will get 100 days per season as you unlock locations along your journey and discover hunting secrets,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morels: The Hunt 2.
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- 70%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding78% User Score 3,038 reviewsCritic Score 60%7 reviews
A single player exploration and survival experience, played in first person and developed in Unreal Engine 4. Set on a mysterious and uninhabited alien planet. With Earth on the brink of destruction, as mankind's last hope, and stranded on a deserted alien planet, the player has to survive the harsh environment and find a way to send a signal back home. Confronted with merciless weather, and dan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Solus Project.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding96% User Score 1,700 reviews
A game designed to help improve mental well-being by helping players build a daily habit of meditation. Every day you meditate, the game world grows and transforms. Build resilience to stress, experience calm and relaxation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Playne.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music91% User Score 44 reviews
Test of Courage is a horror game where you have to explore an abandoned school in search of your two friends. The only hint you have is the "Courage Test" in which you have to find 10 objects around the academy while maintaining your sanity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Test Of Courage.
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- 81%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding85% User Score 861 reviewsCritic Score 68%2 reviews
Experience what the island has in store as you uncover the secretive Arque Corporation, burrowing ever deeper into their dangerous and haphazard operations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Estranged: The Departure.
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What Were Caravanserais? A thousand years ago, monumental stone caravanserais stretched across the trade routes of Anatolia, in what is now Türkiye. Built during the Seljuk period, these structures provided shelter, food, and protection for merchants, pilgrims, and travellers crossing the Silk Roads. They were resting places, trade nodes, and cultural meeting points along one of history’s most i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SILK 2.0.
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StoryThe Orb has been stolen, trust within the team has collapsed, and Dr. Jim begins a search to uncover who is responsible. The Lakeview Orb 2: Consequences continues directly after the first game, following Dr. Jim as he deals with the fallout of the incident and the uncertainty surrounding the people he once relied on. GameplayThis is a short, linear first‑person psychological horror game foc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lakeview Orb 2: Consequences.
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Year 2080. Humanity managed to achieve the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda, thanks to the artificial intelligence created by UN computer scientists! Now androids are in charge of ecological production systems and taking care of the planet. Or are they? A first person narrative adventure set in a distopic future. Advance trough the futuristic factory OF-1, solve puzzles, evade the other androids and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Paradox.
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- 49%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story75% User Score 16 reviews
Description"The Meaning" is a first-person psychological horror game focused on tense exploration and immersive storytelling.StoryIn the game, you start with the main protagonist, Ethen Daniels, and immediately dive into his story. You'll view his life from his perspective and be submerged in the deep and sad reality of his life. You'll be drawn into Ethen's life and question the meanin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Meaning.
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- 27%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music45% User Score 11 reviews
Playtime Approximately 1.5 to 3 hours Gameplay You step into an abandoned military base. There, you will face unspeakable horrors… and your only goal is to survive and escape. Background The story begins when a curious child enters a restricted military zone. Inside, they experience terrifying events that defy explanation. Developer’s Note Frontier Outpost is the very first horror game c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontier Outpost.
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- 80%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability80% User Score 201 reviews
Kuindzhi, 93 is an atmospheric first-person narrative vignette about an 18-year-old boy from Donbas. The story takes us to March 2022, when the world changed forever — into a space where the past, fears, and doubts find their voice. After his father is drafted and sent to the front, the protagonist volunteers in Mariupol, leaving his studies behind and ignoring his mother’s fears. Artyom never t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 93, Kuindzhi.
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"Late Ming Dynasty" is a single-player horror exploration game. Traverse eerie backroom levels while searching for an exit to attempt escape. According to widely circulated urban legends, exploring inexplicably familiar areas in the Backrooms presents unique escape routes, yet danger lurks at every turn. The realistic visuals, minimalist user interface, and eerie atmosphere blend seam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Late Ming Dynasty.
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- 95%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability95% User Score 380 reviews
Eternal Afternoon is a poetic walking sim about wasting time before the end of the world. You play as Sasha, a 10-year-old boy wandering his neighborhood in the final minutes before a giant black wave swallows everything. Features: Retro nostalgic visuals & authentic atmosphere – a suburban block in the summer of 2001, recreated with care. A chilling meditation on time, death, and the inevitable –… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal Afternoon.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay85% User Score 52 reviews
StoryYou are a college student who has just moved to a big city in search of a new life. But instead of a fresh start, you begin to suffer from recurring nightmares. In your dreams, you see a mysterious hill. It’s calling you. Each night the visions grow more vivid: underground tunnels, abandoned structures, and a strange device that once kept something contained. Trying to understand what’s h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LYSA HORA: The Haunted Hill.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music82% User Score 125 reviews
Lost Luminosity is a first-person psychological horror game with a linear storyline. Brief StoryYou will take on the role of Sam, whose mother passed away shortly after being released from a psychiatric hospital. He still doesn't know why she began to lose her mind, which led to her mental disorders, or who is behind it. GameplayThe gameplay will involve exploring an apartment where you can … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Luminosity.
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"Gazing down upon a world raging with torment and evil, the archangel Azrael sheds a tear. And where his sorrow touches, even greater destruction erupts..." WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU, THIEF! The dawn of the third millennium. But instead of an age of great happiness and human perfection, the earth has plunged into hellish chaos. The only hope lies in the ancient past, in the legendary ener… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Azrael's Tear.
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- 93%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development93% User Score 95 reviews
A horror walking sim that emphasizes atmosphere, tension, fear, and immersive storytelling, all heightened by well-timed jump scares. The game takes place in a village frozen in time, stuck somewhere in the mid-20th century. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Greed Stays Home.
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- 89%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story98% User Score 42 reviews
In the beginning of the game you wake up in space and an unknown entity sends you to explore mysterious locations. project_Structure_01 is a first-person exploration game that takes a minimalist approach to storytelling and gameplay, instead focusing on immersing the player within a captivating and introspective environmental experience. Eschewing traditional narrative conventions, the game inv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to project_Structure_01.
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- 57%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, replayabilityMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics71% User Score 31 reviews
WORKS GREAT ON STEAM DECK About the GameDive into the sands of ancient Egypt in 'Egypt Frontiers.' As a master builder, construct majestic monuments, manage resources, and shape history in this captivating simulation game. Are you ready to leave your mark on the Frontiers of Egypt? In the game Egypt Frontiers players have the opportunity to explore the fascinating world of ancient Egypt, wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egypt Frontiers.
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- 100%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay100% User Score 58 reviews
Drawn entirely by one person over the course of 4.5 years. The Collage Atlas invites you on a journey through an entirely hand-drawn picture-book dream-world. From the grass beneath your feet, to the butterflies dancing in the air, to the floating islands drifting overhead - every little detail has been lovingly-crafted with pen & ink on paper. The result is a world the likes of which you’ve … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Collage Atlas.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability82% User Score 537 reviews
Dare to explore the most haunted vicinity in all of England? You will leave no stone unturned as you walk along the eerie grounds of the Black Waters Station and uncover the horror that lies within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golgotha.
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- 98%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding98% User Score 5,330 reviews
Find your way out of Babbdi. A short, first person exploration experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BABBDI.
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- 87%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding87% User Score 395 reviews
Immerse yourself in an open-world PVP sandbox set in a vast ancient desert full of magic and secrets. Gather ingredients from nature and combine them to make your own personalized load-out of spells and armor. Build ruins to help you hold territory and kill other players for their gear. There are no rounds or matches, just a perpetual world to explore and dominate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Animyst.
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- 95%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability95% User Score 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.
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- 88%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability88% User Score 4,080 reviews
Infra is an atmospheric and completely non-violent first-person puzzle/adventure that deals with the issues of deteriorating infrastructure. The player controls an ordinary structural analyst through abandoned factories, forgotten tunnels and unsafe buildings in a dangerous, crumbling industrial city and its surrounding rural areas. Along the way, the player will be taking photos of structural wea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INFRA.
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- 62%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, monetizationMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization62% User Score 113 reviews
Capsa is an open world, social game which provides users with the opportunity to hang out in an absolutely breathtaking, and ever expanding environment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Capsa.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability95% User Score 2,542 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviews
The ultimate thief is back! Tread softly as you make your way through 15 new complex, non-linear levels full of loot to steal and guards to outsmart. Improved enemy AI, new gadgets and a riveting story will draw you into the world of Thief II: The Metal Age, a place of powerful new technologies, fanatical religions and corruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thief II: The Metal Age.
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- 53%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay53% User Score 714 reviews
Dive into the exciting world of finding long forgotten treasures. Grab your metal detector and set off to explore the countryside. What today looks like a peaceful meadow might have been the scene of a fierce battle in the past, hiding now the valuable artefacts. Ready to dig in the past? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Treasure Hunter Simulator.
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- 92%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding92% User Score 957 reviews
To say it’s a PC sandbox-building, AI-driven MMO where people play with Art, developed by folks who really love architecture and abstract characters… would be a bit of a mouthful. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Occupy White Walls.
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