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Games like Detective of the Dead

Looking for games like Detective of the Dead? Here are top casual role playing recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Project: Z3R0 Chapter 1&2, Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives or Visual Novel: Beak and Claws.

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  1. The "Chip" was humanity’s evolution; Now, it’s a silent weapon. Navigate a web of conspiracy in Vesper City as Detective Richard Apocryphal, alongside your Android partner E.M.R.S, as your investigation outcomes ripple through a fractured society. Can you solve the case before it’s too late? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project: Z3R0 Chapter 1&2.

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  2. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Help Arthur and Susan solve three mysterious cases in this funny, original and cozy point & click indie game. 30 captivating characters, each one with their own tales, motives and secrets. Each one is a puzzle on its own. Each one has a different text font and around 100 combination of body poses and face gestures that we have diligently defined, even if you'll only see a fraction! More than 100… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives.

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  3. One student. One manipulative parrot. Zero common sense. Cade was having a typical lousy day: cockroaches devoured his dinner, he was still a long way from his scholarship, and his last cigarette slipped from his fingers in a dark alley. That's where he stumbled upon a parrot cage with a sign reading "For Sale. Urgent. Cheap." That's how Cade met Colonel Pixel, a grey parrot who calls … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Visual Novel: Beak and Claws.

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  4. This game consists of the best mini-games and item search scenes by DominiGames! A familiar face appears at the door of the Worlds’ Edge agency. You have previously provided him with invaluable assistance, but duty calls again. Franz is eager to atone for the mistake he made in the past and return the worlds’ stars he robbed. However, someone is not very happy about this turn of events, and now th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crossroad of Worlds: Cursed Letters Collector's Edition.

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  5. A story-rich detective mystery set in 1930s England. Investigate a murder inside a sprawling manor, interrogate suspicious residents, and make meaningful choices to uncover the truth — before Scotland Yard arrives. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clue: Murder By Death.

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  6. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Following the death of a family matriarch, the surviving heirs return from abroad to their childhood home in The Berkshires. But in addition to the family’s Victorian mansion, sprawling acreage, and millions of dollars, they’ve also inherited something much more sinister. A spooky masked figure appears and warns the siblings that they will be the next victims of a grizzly family curse dating back … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Is Game Over: The Blackinton Curse.

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  8. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Join Detective Guy and his trusty sidekick Cleo the clue-sniffing dog as they investigate the sudden and shocking death of a powerful video game publishing executive. Holed up inside an isolated Alpine hotel during a treacherous blizzard, our detective must search for clues, interview suspects, solve the mystery, and bring the guilty party to justice. Can Guy and Cleo crack this chilling case an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Is Game Over: Deal Killer.

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  9. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    A thrilling adventure in the whimsical and wonderful wold of Asfalia. The sequel to Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano is out. Bigger, better and outrageously fun.A spooky shadow is on the loose within Asfalia. Join Charlie and flamboyant sidekick Lilly in their search of four adorable missing puppies. Meet amazing characters, solve fun puzzles, and collect beautiful stickers along the way! Chase the sha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asfalia: Panic at the Mansion.

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  10. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Inspired by classic point-and-click adventure games of the past, Who Stole My Beard is a casual game suitable for all ages! Your beard has been stolen! You and your loyal dog Leo must investigate the people and places of Beardsville to solve the crime. Uncover conspiracies, find new beards, and don't forget to pick up the groceries in this charming town of bearded intrigue. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Who Stole My Beard?.

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  11. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    64% User Score Based on 278 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 9 reviews

    Crime O'Clock is an investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crime O'Clock.

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  12. Welcome to We are Blob, a point-and-click game that follows a game developing blobfish as they try to complete making a game in a week, while balancing their personal life. As Blob you will work on tasks for your new job, go on dates, see your mom, and hang out with your friends. All of this while maintaining your health, stress, and hunger. Features: -Cute and Colorful 2D Art -Quirky and Full Na… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to We are Blob.

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  13. Charm & Clue - an exciting detective adventure with mysteries, puzzles and secrets in the atmospheric world of the 50s-60s If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Charm&Clue.

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  14. A little sibling rivalry can be healthy - except when the fate of the world hangs in the balance! Can you resolve a family squabble before the gates to the realm of the dead swing open and horrors beyond imagination pour into this world?Beatrice and Lily might look like any other pair of sisters, but they have a dark secret: Hidden from human eyes is a magic tower that contains a portal to the Oth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Other Side: Tower of Souls Remaster.

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  15. sprkls.exe is a cute, melancholic story-driven adventure that unfolds entirely on your desktop. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPRKLS.exe.

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  16. Sword and Seek is a cozy fantasy hidden object game set in a medieval world, where players embark on a journey to receive the blessing of the goddesses to become adventurers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword & Seek.

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  17. A heartfelt, story-rich casual puzzle adventure celebrating the best of ancient Chinese culture. Explore an exquisitely hand-drawn world with delightful surprises, from cooking, finding hidden objects, paper crafting, and more. Guide Rooster in an emotionally rewarding tale about family and love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rooster.

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  18. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Take on the role of private eye Brie Parmesan, the best rat detective in Chicatgo, as he outwits and outmaneuvers the Cat Meowfia and other obstacles to uncover evidence and solve the case. Avoid detection as you navigate your way through the streets and speakeasies of Chicatgo in search of the smoking gun that will bring the Cat Meowfia down for good. The Cat Meowfia has taken control of milk … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brie Parmesan Mysteries.

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  19. A point and click puzzle adventure game set across multiple time periods. Discover and enjoy this strange and surreal story about a mysterious letter, a missing professor and a confusing mansion. With more than a hundred items, locations and objects to investigate, can you solve the mystery? Enjoy this classic adventure style game with mind bending puzzles. Experience dry humour and a unique… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UFO: Henfield.

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  20. This game consists of the best mini-games and item search scenes by DominiGames! This time we continue the detective's journey of investigating a series of star thefts from across the universes. We start with an interrogation of a man who we arrested previously. He won't budge, though, refusing to tell us who he works for. We have to make a truth serum to reveal the name of his employer: a mysteri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crossroad of Worlds: Star Riddle Collector's Edition.

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  21. Detective Montgomery Fox 3 — The Revenge of Victor Draven is a charming hidden object & puzzle adventure where our famous detective must clear his name. A priceless painting has been stolen and the security footage points to Montgomery — but he insists he’s innocent. Explore dozens of hand-painted locations, solve mini-games and brain teasers, collect clues for your investigation diary, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Montgomery Fox: The Revenge of Victor Draven.

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  22. This game consists of the best mini-games and item search scenes by DominiGames! Are you familiar with Dreyer Crowley, the Guardian of Magical Worlds? Did you know then that the skies above are not just glistening bubbles full of gas and cosmic dust – their light protects whole universes from oblivion and subjugation? Only imagine a life in the depths of the night with no memories of your own – so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crossroad of Worlds: Magic stars Collector's Edition.

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  23. When the ballerinas mysteriously vanish from the theater, Detective Montgomery Fox jumps into action. Now, he must sift through clues to discover who is pulling the strings. However, the path for cunning detective Fox won't be smooth.Meet various character, question them and write clues to your diary. Visit dozens of locations and search through hundreds of hidden objects and items while you solve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Montgomery Fox: The Case of the Missing Ballerinas.

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  24. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Going to a masquerade ball, you rarely suspect anything amiss. But, since you are a detective, your intuition does not fail you and something magically evil will indeed happen in Venice. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic City Detective: Wings Of Revenge Collector's Edition.

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  25. The kingdom of Frostwynd is dying. A dark necromancer has awakened an ancient dragon, and shadow spreads across the land. You are the last hope - a warrior destined to claim the Shadow Crown and end the curse. A love letter to 80s text adventures like Zork and Colossal Cave. Classic parser gameplay meets modern design: auto-saves, mobile support, rich combat. Explore crypts, decode ciphers, sl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Crown - Frostwynd Chronicles.

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  26. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    96% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Why DID The Chicken Cross The Road? Time to solve a murder most... fowl. Join Detective Cox, the amnesiac squirrel, on an adventure through 10+ hrs of story, 20+ mini-games, references, a fully-voice-acted cast, and endless British humour. Be careful. You won't want to leave... No Stone Unturned. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Stone Unturned.

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  27. Akuro and Bahaku were happily living in the jungle when the forces of darkness suddenly attacked, shrouding the entire jungle in darkness. Akuro and Bahaku had no choice but to set out on a journey to find a way to combat the darkness... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akuro & Bahaku 1: Jungle Adventure.

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  28. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    It's after midnight on the Quartzway Express, and everyone is woken up by signs of a MAGICAL ROBBERY! Players take on the role of Kabili as you tumble out of bed and work to solve your first ever mystery as a newly accredited arcane investigator.  Along the way, you'll meet your new investigative co-workers, question suspects, and search for evidence at the scene of the crime. Ultimately, you w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Investigations.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Plunge into Greenhearth, a small town hiding heavy secrets: take on the role of Ricky Fox and lead an investigation that gradually shifts from an intimate film noir into oppressive Lovecraftian horror. Driven by memorable characters and revelations that will linger long after the credits roll, Echoes delivers a taut narrative where every discovery matters and leads to four distinct endings shaped … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes.

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  30. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 322 reviews
    Critic Score 95%Based on 2 reviews

    an you mix a cocktail while eye-to-eye with a criminal? Find out in Best Served Cold, a murder mystery set in a bustling speakeasy where you serve customers, make friends and enemies, and solve crimes. At the Nightcap bar, prohibition is a killer… and so are some of your customers! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Best Served Cold.

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  31. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    92% User Score Based on 235 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

    The quiet hamlet of Merrylin Crater Camp is shaken by a murder! Uncover the truth in this non-linear „whodunnit“ detective game. As the Mindcop you have 5 days to catch the true killer among Merrilyn Crater Camp’s inhabitants. Key features WHODUNNIT DETECTIVE GAME Use your Mindcop capabilities to uncover secrets and unravel people’s lies to find the true suspect of this town’s murder. MINDSUR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mindcop.

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  32. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    94% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    A deceptively difficult deduction game about one very unfortunate family. Revisit their worst moments, form your own conclusions, and solve this silly yet challenging mystery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Case of the Worst Day Ever.

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  33. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Adventure on the mysterious Island of Cloud Cats! Explore picturesque locations, meet magical creatures, and solve unusual puzzles. Dive into the secrets of the wonderful island! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cloud Cats` Land.

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  34. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery is a cozy hidden object game that has you searching for hidden objects in hand-drawn, interactive landscapes. Ignite your imagination, unleash your inner artist with the editor and share your masterpieces with the world! THREE ERAS TO DISCOVER Dive into three captivating eras: Victorian elegance, Noir mystery, and Sci-fi wonder. Test your keen eye and unravel the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery.

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  35. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    63% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Welcome to Amsterdam. It’s 1988 and things couldn’t be worse. Amsterdam is a city awash in illicit drugs, sex trade, and organized crime. Someone turns up dead every day, usually in the infamous Red Light District, where every vice is for sale. This night is different: The dead body is not just another unidentified stiff doomed to obscurity. He’s a disgraced cop’s last ticket back onto the force. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Death in the Red Light.

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  36. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Ghosts are elusive beings. Until this morning, you didn't even have proof of their existence. But after months of waiting, you have finally been hired for your first job as a ghosthunter! Little Ghosthunter is a puzzle adventure game about helping a family of ghosts escape their house, and their struggles. In the corners of the old secluded cottage, you can find connections to their pasts and the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Ghosthunter.

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  37. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    97% User Score Based on 340 reviews

    It is the 1920s, and in a sleepy Sussex village, beekeeper and former world's greatest detective Sherlock Holmes is trying to arrange a pleasant clifftop picnic for his lifelong companion Dr Watson. The only problem is that a series of mysteries keep getting in the way! Explore a seaside town It’s the day of the village fete, a suspicious new neighbour has taken a lease on  a long-abandone… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Beekeeper's Picnic - A Sherlockian Adventure.

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  38. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    Uncover high drama in this whodunnit set in a small-town community theater!  Gather clues by investigating the sets, casts and backstage crews of 10 theatrical productions, using their stories to piece together each deadly crime. Explore the theater for cluesThe game features 10 levels -- each focused on a deadly incident that occurs during a performance. Solve mysteriesGather clues and observ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder at the Birch Tree Theater.

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  39. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development
    98% User Score Based on 309 reviews

    New Game: MareQuest: The Filly Fiasco A few years after the events of the Mane Story, the Alicorn mare rulers are mysteriously turned into fillies! To further add to the confusion, the day keeps repeating and it seems no other mares are aware of it. Can you solve the puzzle and save MareQuestria? A brand new game within a game, MareQuest: The Filly Fiasco is an RPG point and click adventure … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MareQuest: An Interactive Tail.

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  41. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    86% User Score Based on 726 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 3 reviews

    Tales of the Neon Sea is a retro-styled pixel-art adventure, developed by Palm Pioneer and published by Zodiac Interactive. [Media 2154696] Set in a fully realized cyberpunk cityscape where... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of the Neon Sea.

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  42. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 290 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    Legends of the past come back to life in a charming mystery adventure. Pack your bags and journey through modern day Europe to uncover the secrets of the king that was never crowned. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit.

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  43. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 142 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

    Stretch your legs, clean your whiskers, and dive into “Nine Noir Lives”. Enjoy a classic point-and-click adventure game, full of humour, crazy characters, and intriguing locations. Solve challenging puzzles and answer the immortal question: how many things need to be licked to solve a murder in this town? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nine Noir Lives.

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  44. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 78 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 4 reviews

    Bear With Me: The Lost Robots is an all new prequel chapter featuring Amber’s brother Flint and the callous detective Ted E. Bear. Take to the gritty and bustling undergrounds of Paper City, discovering new characters and rich lore leading up to the events of the first 3 episodes of Bear With Me. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bear With Me: The Lost Robots.

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  45. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    69% User Score Based on 17 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    It has been years since brave Mina Lockheart defeated Lord Strix. But dark shadows are rising once again! Spirits are restless! For he has awaken! Evil Lord Strix is breeding a new army to enslave all creatures from the Dragon Mountains! It is once again up to Mina and her best friend spirit Malik to travel to distant parts of the world and find clues how to open the passage to a hidden wasteland… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curse of Dragon Mountains 2: The Lair.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Occulto is a non-verbal, entirely hand-drawn point-and-click adventure inspired by Machinarium and its beautiful visual storytelling. Guide Eliot through an atmospheric fairy-tale world where mysteries are solved without a single word. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Occulto.

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  48. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    88% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Lost and Hound is a scent hound adventure following the reluctant yet strong-willed Corgi, Biscuit. Hunt down criminals, help people that are in trouble or lost, solve mysteries and save lives in this blind-accessible canine story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost and Hound.

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  49. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
    100% User Score Based on 64 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 14 reviews

    Summer, 1954. A perfect vacation awaits three best friends, playing games, making crazy plans, and running from bullies... Until they meet the vampire. What really happened that summer at Varney Lake? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Varney Lake.

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  50. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    79% User Score Based on 220 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Little Briar Rose is a very special, stained glass-styled adventure inspired by the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Briar Rose.

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