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72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

76% User Score Based on 82 reviews

Critic Score 51%Based on 1 reviews

A cinematic gaming experience. Play as a Spirit Animal on a quest of purpose and fate. Explore a magical and beautiful world where visions of a past, present, and future, guide you. Collect Essence and find Artifacts that aid in building a link to the corporeal world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Companion.

In the story interactive game Gold Of Lotusland you play as the protagonist Daniel Quinn - Lead Engineer for Anicorp Technologies as he uncovers the dark truth about the robots he designed known as "Animatrons". The story begins with Daniel and his co-engineer Phillip Shaw being given the news that a citizen worker of the utopian city of Altercrest has potentially been murdered by none o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gold Of Lotusland.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

96% User Score Based on 468 reviews

Critic Score 35%Based on 1 reviews

Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Herdling.

A Romance-Focused Slice-of-Life Story on a Remote IslandThis is a romance and everyday-life visual novel set on a quiet island. Due to a certain turning point, you leave your former life behind and arrive on a small island far away from the city. Here, time flows more slowly than you might expect. The daily weather, the sound of the wind, and even the pace of conversations feel different from the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 《比特尔特岛：与她们共度的日常》.

⭐ LONELY HEARTS – LONG DESCRIPTIONLonely Hearts is a 2D, narrative-driven relationship simulation about a solitary garbage collector surviving on the unseen edges of a vast city. From crumbling districts to polished upper-class neighborhoods, you’ll meet women with unique personalities, build relationships through your actions, and slowly uncover a dangerous truth buried beneath the city. Every c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lonely Hearts.

Embark on a Mystical Journey Through the Heart of Brazilian FolkloreStep into the world of Matinta, a third-person adventure game that takes you deep into the vibrant and mystical landscapes of Brazil. Experience the tale of Gracie, a courageous and magical dog with a destiny to heal cursed lands and restore harmony to nature. Set in biomes inspired by Brazil’s diverse ecosystems, Matinta offer… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Matinta.

Life was never fair not before the accident, and certainly not after. You expected magic, adventure, maybe a crown. Instead, you awaken in a foreign body, forced into an arranged marriage with Zachary, the cold and distant Duke of the North. Born to the sunlit luxury of the South, you're sent to a frozen, war-torn land plagued by monsters, famine, and unrest. Your new husband is a man of duty, no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Wife is a Spy?!.

33%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

54% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Aery – Vikings is a story-driven 3D flight exploration game in which you control a little bird that is on its journey to complete a shire impossible task of the gods. Make your journey through a wonderful, exciting, and breathtaking world and enjoy the feeling of flying on your search for Valhalla. Follow an interesting storyline through a peaceful and fantastical world to rescue the Vikings fro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aery - Vikings.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, humor

93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

In this twisted love story of a visual novel by CLOCKUP, an insomniac must decide whether to protect his position as a yakuza bigwig’s pet killer or the mysterious woman who can put him to sleep. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Restless Sheep & The Lone Wolf: A Tale of Cutthroat Lovers.

In the early 20th century, the citizens of a vanished country started to fight. And at the center of it all is the young man ‘ Pyotr', who has chosen no nation. Experience a story set against real history and become the protagonist yourself! You can experience a sad story that unfolds amidst the tragic history of war.Immersive Story"Pechka" is a story centered around the journey of the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pechka: Historical Story Adventure.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

71% User Score Based on 112 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 8 reviews

Stay is a nail-biting tale of abduction and isolation, where every single second counts. A pixel-art adventure game with multiple routes and endings, your computer is tethered to a PC inside an abandoned house... where an abducted man finds himself trapped and in desperate need of help. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAY.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

96% User Score Based on 134 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 6 reviews

"Ghostpia" is a visual novel with cute visuals that look like a picture book, adorned with glitches and noise, and characterized by nostalgic expressions! This game is a more expressive and interactive reimagining of the visual novel "Ghostpia" that has been released on the App Store and web platforms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ghostpia Season One.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

97% User Score Based on 608 reviews

John is a young man suffering from severe depression. As he loses his sense of purpose in life, he begins to see the world in unfocused gray. Just when he begins to lose all hope, John meets a girl... a very special girl. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crimson Gray.

A dog-adventure game set in a Flintlock Fantasy world gripped by tyranny. You are Duke, a determined young Border Collie who is searching for their lost master, the leader of The Rebellion. Hounded by a cunning hunter, can you track the scent, unearth the power of The Tide and find your way home? StoryHounded is a touching tale of love, loss, hope and determination. As Duke, resting by the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hounded.

Step into the fading memories of Max, an elderly man living with dementia. This narrative-driven first-person detective game invites you to explore Max’s home, uncover forgotten fragments of his past, and slowly piece together his family tree while experiencing the world through his perspective. You play as Max, wandering through his house filled with everyday objects that spark vivid but fragile… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fading Lights.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Welcome to the captivating world of "Carpe Dino: Seize the Date," the dinosaur dating simulator! You, a peaceful Ankylosaurs, lived in your swamps for the last few decades until your routine was roughly interrupted... A huge Rock now hangs in the sky, and rumors suggest that only a grand journey away from home might save the dinos. However, such a journey cannot be undertaken alone — … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carpe Dino: Seize the Date.

Dive into what lies below in “Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree” an immersive visual novel where every choice carves a path through a tapestry of mystery, romance, and intrigue. Unravel a story that intertwines destiny, personality, and local folklore About This Game: * In “Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree,” you assume the role of a high school student, in a vibrant and dynamic school. Beneath it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beneath The Cherry Blossom Tree.

YOKO :Between life and death, "YOKO" offers a unique paranormal experience. As a newcomer to a mysterious house, Yoko finds herself immersed in a haunting journey, full of intriguing riddles. Explore the intimate areas of Saikominami, at the foot of majestic Mount Fuji, and uncover the dark secrets that permeate this sleepy town. Upon acquiring her new home, be prepared to uncover the in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to YOKO.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 2,016 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 19 reviews

Discover vast landscapes in Caravan SandWitch, a narrative exploration adventure If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caravan SandWitch.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

79% User Score Based on 276 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Yukumo is a young girl who travels around in her airship, her pride and joy. When visiting a particular Far Eastern town to run some errands her airship suddenly breaks down. She decides to explore the town to search for parts for repair; however, the town has fallen silent with no trace of the people who live there, the only inhabitants being a strange cat-like species...Tasomachi is an adventure… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TASOMACHI: Behind the Twilight.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

83% User Score Based on 150 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

A beautiful open world where your actions matter. Give, take, save, kill, inform, hide, befriend, betray. And deal with the consequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thousand Threads.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

91% User Score Based on 515 reviews

Upon answering a mysterious phone call, you awaken in an unfamiliar place filled with new faces… Through intricate relationships and thoughtful introspection, will you be able to unravel the reason you are here? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Angel Wings.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

85% User Score Based on 910 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 4 reviews

The Red Lantern is a narrative, survival game where you and your team of 5 sled dogs, lost in the wilderness, must navigate the ever-changing events of the Alaskan bush to find your way home. Choose how you want to interact with the world, do you tackle it head on hunting everything that moves, or do you take a more cautious approach? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Red Lantern.

SYNOPSISAfter a break-up turns your world inside out, you return home for Christmas hoping the change in scenery will give you space to mend a broken heart.  Instead, the universe serves up: a charged encounter with your estranged first love, an unexpected visit from the ex you haven't quite gotten over, and an undeniable connection with the musician-next-door.  As the clock counts down to midni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Merry Crisis.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

90% User Score Based on 39 reviews

You play as Miyuki, a woman in her late 20s whose new marriage is shattered by the sudden, mysterious death of her husband. As you search for the truth, you’ll navigate love, loss, and the shadows of a dangerous cult—making choices that could heal or break you. Along the way, you’ll meet 4 unique male leads, each connected to Miyuki in a deeply personal way. Some may protect you, some may deceive … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lover's Enigma.

An open-source Indie Game created by a Solo Developer THE PREMISE The characters of the game are spheres. The world they live in is one of powers. The game's main story takes place in 2069 (Starts in 2066). The main character, Sip, has a power of lightning and energy, but not the regular one, it's quite, different. The story is separated by two paths. One tends to go for the happy ending ev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wonderful Adventures Of Sip.

About This Game Discover the Fantastic World of Sintonia! Embark on a magical adventure as Maria, an unlikely heroine in search of her missing puppies. Explore a vibrant world filled with unique biomes and cunning enemies, where every step uncovers new challenges and secrets. Sintonia is a place where creativity and strategy come together in an unforgettable experience. Introduction A Journey … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sintonia Chronicles.

"They say the world is going to end this year.But to me, that's not important at all.In this lonely, empty room, all I have are my delusions....This might be my last chance. To create something that matters." A story in the works for 10 years. Shape queer love and friendship at the end of the world in this choice-driven, emotional narrative game. Will you settle for pessimism, or op… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doce Fim ~sweetend placebo~.

Peter is a young and very ambitious man. One day , he decided that he couldn’t wait any longer and had to hit the road because he had a dream! In this text-based RPG you will go on a journey and see the world through the Peter ’s eyes. You will meet other heroes, each of whom can influence the course of history. Will you rescue the beautiful stranger? Help a kind old lady? Fulfill a fellow trave… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peter's Journey.

⚠️ Important Notice: This release is only the first 3 chapters of a multi-part adventure! Your journey begins here, but it’s far from over. Additional chapters will be released as free updates, expanding the world and your path to the Celestial City. We are thrilled to introduce you to an epic journey inspired by one of the greatest allegories ever written: "The Pilgrim's Progress."… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Pilgrim's Progress.

An Adventure Game About The Life Of Tash. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pristiq: Tash's Trilogy.

Story 210 is a psychological horror game where you experience the story from the perspective of a married man. Story 210 In Story 210, you arrive home and notice that something terrible has happened to your wife — and you'll live through what comes after. Gameplay Story 210 is a photo-realistic first-person simulator. Key Features Atmospheric environment and photo realistic graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Story 210.

A psychological horror visual novel about Miya, a former prodigy trapped in a decaying home with her unstable stepfather, her talking plush Mopa, and the bystander who hears every step she takes. Walk the ritual loops, and decide who survives Miya’s breaking point across three unsettling endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miya Might Break.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

97% User Score Based on 153 reviews

In Love Love Mystery Club, you’re the newest member of the Detective Club at a seemingly ordinary high school. Through Full Motion Video (FMV) storytelling, your choices steer the narrative—will your heart find tenderness… or will hidden horrors emerge from the darkness? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love Love Mystery Club.

Welcome to Nowhere Tech, transfer student- where you'll meet people, make choices, make mistakes, and make even more mistakes. You came here to have new experiences and live a little, but you might get more than you bargained for... Navigate this choice-heavy, dialogue-heavy story and crack the code behind your enigmatic new classmate. INCLUDING: - TWO semi-dateable beautiful young women! - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Addy.

To save his petrified mother, the protagonist embarks on a journey to find the legendary orbs said to grant any wish. This journey is not only one of rescue but also one that unravels the mystery behind his mother's petrification, and why the people of this world are so cruel. Character A half-demon, half-human girl. Though she appears mature, she is still innocent and naïve on the inside, wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fiendish Quest.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

93% User Score Based on 117 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

A cozy horror, “self-coop”, adventure about two unlikely souls who forge a forbidden bond and journey together to find the sun. Explore eerie yet charming Tim Burton-esque levels, switch between two unique characters, and solve brain-teasing puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gloomy Eyes.

Back To Home is a cozy third-person cat adventure game where you explore stunning worlds and solve puzzles. Uncover the captivating story of a cat’s past as you embark on this heartfelt journey If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Back To Home.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

76% User Score Based on 100 reviews

Critic Score 62%Based on 3 reviews

Explore the deserted city of Edengate and follow a young scientist’s emotional journey as she searches for hope and solves the mystery of what happened to her... and the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EDENGATE: The Edge of Life.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 276 reviews

My name is Luzia...and this story isn't about me, but my sister. Play as Luzia in her quest to return home. After Luzia and her older sister Sombria are abducted by strangers, it is up to Luzia to help her and her sister home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Big Sister.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

99% User Score Based on 111 reviews

Graveyard Girls is a halloween-themed yuri visual novel about complicated grief and overcoming hardships. Collect Elle’s “scribbles” to learn about her struggles, befriend a mysterious girl, and have a conversation about death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graveyard Girls.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics

89% User Score Based on 498 reviews

Step into the shoes of a game-loving teen, sent to a harsh correctional institute by Principal Yang for your supposed internet addiction. Inspired by a real-life figure, Dr. Yang, a controversial psychiatrist who advocated for electrotherapy to "cure" troubled teens. You will navigate a branching narrative and make choices that impact your fate. Unravel the truth behind the institute, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breakout 13.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

92% User Score Based on 148 reviews

Your average student life quickly descents into horror as a mysterious witch takes over the college... Can you save the girl you love? Or even make it out alive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Witch.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

79% User Score Based on 2,364 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 15 reviews

Out of money and out of luck you find yourself heart broken and on the verge of collapse. Your landlord's taken the key back, you can't finish your manuscript, and your beloved is marrying someone else. With no choice but to handle whatever life throws at you, you set out on the open road on a mission to win back the love of your life. The story from there is up to you. Can your life be salvaged, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Always Sometimes Monsters.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 3,806 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 4 reviews

It's 1986 - Meredith Weiss takes a break from her career in the big city to deliver mail in her hometown. How will she experience two weeks in beautiful Providence Oaks, with its iconic lake and quirky community? And what will she do next? It's up to you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lake.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

79% User Score Based on 425 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

Fe is a new type of platform adventure where the story is up to you to discover, without handholding, told wordlessly through the discoveries you make during gameplay. Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. At the heart of the experience is a tactile, analogue song mechanic that allows you t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fe.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Gloom and Doom is a visual novel throwback to 90s slacker movies - complete with the solitude and sarcastic retorts - but with a supernatural twist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gloom and Doom.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

85% User Score Based on 322 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 3 reviews

RAINSWEPT is an adventure game - A murder mystery dealing with themes of love, relationships and unresolved trauma. The focus is on delivering an emotional story, tied together with charming art style, characters with deep histories, and a moving soundtrack. FEATURES - An emotional story set in an immersive and atmospheric game world - Characters with deep histories, meaningful motivations and di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainswept.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 852 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

Experience the stories of Haru, Erika, and Manami, a trio of friends navigating their feelings of love, connection, and just wanting to belong. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A YEAR OF SPRINGS.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

95% User Score Based on 42 reviews

A semi-autobiographical horror visual novel about unhealthy relationships. Can you help Alsie save her relationship from ruin? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To Be With You.