Games like Closer the Distance

"The Pale Beyond" is a narrative-driven horror adventure game where players uncover the mysteries of a ghost ship, the HMS Eidolon, and its crew. Through environmental storytelling, puzzles, and interactions with supernatural entities, players must navigate the ship's dark past and their own sanity. The game features a unique art style that enhances the eerie atmosphere and adds to the tension as players delve deeper into the secrets of the cursed vessel.

In "Yes, Your Grace," you are the king of a medieval kingdom, making decisions on how to allocate your resources to help petitioners in the throne room. Manage your family's affairs, hire generals, witches, and hunters to aid you, and navigate the politics of the realm. The game features a fictional world inspired by Slavic folklore, with a focus on storytelling and character development.

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Afterparty is a single-player mystery action game with an intriguing story, good mechanics, marvelous graphics, and phenomenal music. As Milo and Lola, recently deceased best friends, you'll explore an interconnected underworld, outdrink demons, and uncover the mystery of your damnation. With an intelligent conversation system, varied libations, and a spectacular atmosphere, Afterparty delivers a memorable and highly emotional experience, despite some grinding and bugs.

"Night in the Woods" is a narrative-driven adventure game where college dropout Mae Borowski returns to her crumbling hometown, Possum Springs, to reconnect with old friends. However, the town and its residents have changed, and strange occurrences hint at something sinister lurking in the woods. The game features point-and-click exploration, dialogue choices, and mini-games, with a focus on story and character development.

"Marie's Room" is a first-person exploration game where players delve into the past of the eponymous character. By interacting with objects and notes in Marie's childhood room, players uncover a gripping and emotional narrative about friendship, secrets, and growth. The game's distinctive pixel art style contributes to its nostalgic atmosphere, making for a poignant and immersive storytelling experience.

"Goodbye Volcano High" is a cinematic narrative game starring Lachlan Watson, featuring hand-drawn art and meaningful choices. As a senior in a world facing destruction, players must navigate personal growth, familial relationships, and potential romance. The game is written using the storytelling engine behind "Heaven's Vault," "Sorcery!," and "80 Days."

Cabernet is a single-player horror RPG set in a 19th-century Eastern European-inspired world, blending supernatural and political intrigue. Play as Liza, a young vampire wrestling with morality, as you explore a hauntingly atmospheric story filled with decadence, sacrifice, and choice. Featuring exceptional gameplay, stunning visuals, and an emotional, replayable experience.

"As Dusk Falls" is a narrative-driven game that follows the lives of two families over the course of thirty years, beginning in 1998. The game features a unique art style and challenging moral choices that can significantly impact the story. Players will explore themes of survival, family, and morality in this emotional journey.

Neo Cab is a narrative-driven, emotional survival game set in a futuristic city with driver/passenger interactions shaping the story. As the last human driver for an app called Neo Cab, you must balance your personal life and the mysterious events around you, all while trying to find your missing friend. Your choices and conversations matter, as they impact your relationship with passengers and the overall outcome of your story.