Games like Don't Get Your Hopes Up

"NORCO is a single-player Mystery Point and Click game that immerses you in the surreal and uncanny Southern Gothic world of suburban New Orleans. Unravel the mystery of your missing brother as you follow a fugitive security android through refineries, strip malls, and swamps, all brought to life through stunning pixel art, rich sound design, and a haunting electronic score. The game blends humor, atmospheric storytelling, and emotional depth for a unique and captivating experience."

"No Longer Home" is a semi-auto-biographical point and click game, about two recent graduates preparing to move out of their flat.

Afterlove EP follows Rama, a grieving musician in Jakarta struggling to move on after his girlfriend's death while hearing her voice in his head. Blending visual novel, narrative adventure, and rhythm gameplay, players guide Rama through 28 days of choices that impact his music, relationships, and healing journey. His band’s future depends on his ability to embrace life and create new songs.

"Milk outside a bag of milk outside a bag of milk" is a surrealistic puzzle game where players interact with bizarre and constantly changing environments. The game features a unique art style with hand-drawn graphics and a soothing, atmospheric soundtrack. Players must navigate through unconventional obstacles and absurd situations to progress through the game's dreamlike world.

"Missed Messages" is a narrative-driven horror game with romance elements, lasting 15-30 minutes per playthrough. The game features original art and story, with themes surrounding life, death, and memes. It contains mature content warnings and offers 4 different endings. Available for Mac, Windows, and Linux systems.

and Roger is an immersive interactive novel that explores unsettling realities through the eyes of a young girl. As she starts her day, she encounters a mysterious stranger in her home, leading to a tense and emotional narrative. The game encourages players to prioritize their well-being when faced with its heavy themes.

"Endless Monday: Dreams and Deadlines" is a standalone game that follows Penny, a corporate worker and procrastinator, in her quest to finish a project before the deadline. Players can explore the office, seek inspiration from coworkers, and face various distractions. The game features multiple endings, hand-drawn visuals, and an original soundtrack. It supports various input devices for player convenience.

"Pentiment" is a narrative-driven game immersed in history, with a story inspired by illuminated manuscripts and printed woodcuts. As you navigate through a 16th century German town, your choices and investigations in this murder mystery will shape the outcome of the tale. Uncovering the truth proves challenging, as social classes and religious differences impact your journey.

"Insomnia: Theater in the Head" is a narrative-driven psychological horror game. Players delve into the fractured mind of a tormented artist, navigating a surreal dreamscape filled with abstract puzzles and sinister figures. The game explores themes of guilt, despair, and the struggle to cope with past traumas, offering a haunting and thought-provoking experience.

You must stay in your apartment as the city around you falls to an Eldritch horror.