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Games like Endless Night: The Darkness Within

Games like Endless Night: The Darkness Within

Looking for games like Endless Night: The Darkness Within? Here are top platformer recommendations with a drama focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Lucah: Born of a Dream, Dreamed Away or Morning Star.

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  1. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 436 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

    A top-down hack-and-slash where Lucah must fight to reclaim their identity from the grasp of the Nightmare monsters that inhabit the dream-like land. Lucah: Born of a Dream features a hand-drawn surrealist artstyle and contains heavy themes relating to organized religion, queerness and suppression of one's identity through indoctrination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lucah: Born of a Dream.

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  2. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, character development
    95% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Dreamed Away is an emotional action-adventure RPG with psychological horror elements. Play as Théo, a boy lost in a dark, mysterious world. Explore a unique reality, duel against darkness and mind your choices. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreamed Away.

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  3. Morning Star is an atmospheric Metroidvania that plunges you into a mysterious world filled with both haunting darkness and breathtaking beauty. As a cloaked figure with no memory of your past, you wield a powerful weapon and embark on a journey through a vast, interconnected realm. Along the way, you'll uncover secrets, confront terrifying creatures, and piece together a story that forces you to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morning Star.

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  4. Step into Slap Fighter, the first VR game of slap fighting! Use elemental powers, execute epic combos, and uncover dark secrets in a dystopian city ruled by the Slap Syndicate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slap Fighter.

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  5. Higher is a 2D Metroidvania / Action Platformer experience where exploration is not only physical but also psychological. Playing as a hero haunted by their past, you’ll traverse ever-shifting levels where each death becomes a reason to push further into your journey. Features Multidirectional Dash Mechanic A fluid, ultra-responsive move to dodge, attack, or explore in the blink of an eye. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Higher: The Last Dream.

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  6. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    90% User Score Based on 140 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 9 reviews

    "Savior" is the first independent videogame created entirely in Cuba. It is an animated 2D platformer that utilizes timing mechanics and other experimental elements more similar to non-games and other less commercial aspects of videogames. The story begins when your protagonist, a "Little God," awakes a strange dream to discover that his world is disappearing. From here begins a frantic search th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saviorless.

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  7. Dare Fate is an exciting roguelite survivor with RPG elements. You will battle against waves of monsters, discover powerful skill combinations, and survive in this dangerous world by any means necessary. But Dare Fate is not just about endless combat. Every hero here is more than just a "sword with legs"—they are part of a grand saga. Their pasts, motives, and destinies intertwine in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dare Fate.

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  8. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 33 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 5 reviews

    The Perfect Pencil is a surreal action platformer which tells the tale of personal development and the psychology of fear. Join protagonist John as he awakens in a bizarre hand-drawn kingdom and comes face-to-face with the terrors that dwell in the last place he'd have thought to look... Embark on an emotional odyssey exploring the depths of an unfamiliar environment using protagonist John's … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Perfect Pencil.

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  9. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 2,692 reviews

    They Bleed Pixels is a fiendishly difficult action platformer inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and classic horror. Rendered in a distinct visual style that blends pixel art with paper and ink textures, They Bleed Pixels is a singular mix of intense platforming and fierce beat-em-up action. At the core of its fighting system is a simple one-button combat scheme with surprising depth and versatility. Butt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to They Bleed Pixels.

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  10. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    83% User Score Based on 223 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 10 reviews

    In Between is an atmospheric, award-winning platformer where you solve mind-bending puzzles by manipulating your surroundings and gravity itself. Be invited to reflect on life while getting to know the story of the dying protagonist and his inevitable struggle for existence. Dive into the atmosphere of a dense, hand painted game while exploring the reason why you are here. Welcome to a world In Be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In Between.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development
    86% User Score Based on 697 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 12 reviews

    A game of speed, precision and freedom, use all the abilities of your rocket-powered suit to avoid fatal hazards, dodge hostile robots and reach not just the finish line, but the top of the worldwide leaderboards. Carve your own path through a multitude of mysterious floating ruins high above the clouds and show everyone you're the best! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cloudbuilt.

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  12. Dr. Crimson suggests a different approach. He believes the key lies in prolonging the induced state, pushing the subject deeper into the convergence points. “Let them linger,” he wrote in his latest notes. “Let them witness.” What if the monsters you feared... were born from your own memories? Crimson Theory is a psychological horror game that blends mystery, survival, and dream logic in a surre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crimson Theory.

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  13. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 3,285 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 4 reviews

    Immerse yourself into the macabre and fantastical world of South of Midnight with the Premium Edition, which includes the full game, up to 5 days early access, and digital access (in English) to: • South of Midnight Artbook • Original Soundtrack composed by Olivier Deriviere • The Boo-Hag Comic book by Rob Guillory • Music Video: Songs & Tales of South of Midnight • Documentary: Weaving Hazel’s Jo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to South of Midnight.

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  14. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 182 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    A story-driven experience with puzzles about a middle-aged woman trying to make peace with herself. Join her in this dive to her mind and travel through memories and traumas. The unique 2d art style, meticulous sound design and hand-drawn animations bring her to life If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leila.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    You are TOBOR — a surveillance unit observing 16 real-time CCTV feeds. Watch, record, and decide who lives in Undercroft as paranoia spreads. Key Features:1. Explore 16 Surveillance Feeds: Delve deep into the heart of Undercroft as Tobor, the spy robot, and uncover the truth hidden within its surveillance feeds. 2. Shape Multiple Endings: Your choices shape the fate of Undercroft and its inhab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TOBOR.

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  17. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    97% User Score Based on 166 reviews

    Join a ragtag band of misfits as they piece together how Ader, a one-eyed farmboy with seemingly impossible dreams, becomes the most celebrated knight the kingdom of Acazhor has ever known. This gorgeous, animated visual novel unravels in unexpected ways with a perfect blend of mystery, comedy and romance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hayseed Knight.

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  18. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 193,267 reviews
    Critic Score 92%Based on 5 reviews

    A 2D metroidvania with an emphasis on close combat and exploration in which the player enters the once-prosperous now-bleak insect kingdom of Hallownest, travels through its various districts, meets friendly inhabitants, fights hostile ones and uncovers the kingdom's history while improving their combat abilities and movement arsenal by fighting bosses and accessing out-of-the-way areas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Knight.

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  19. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 14,354 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 37 reviews

    In the ruins of the fallen Adal Empire, you awaken with a mysterious mask on your face, and faint recollections of an esoteric ceremony. Freeing you from hunger, thirst, and even death, the mask is the creation of the Guides, the rulers of these lands, who have placed you here to determine whether you are worthy of becoming part of the elite corps of Absolvers. As you wander these forsaken lands, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolver.

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  20. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 26,368 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 31 reviews

    The forest of Nibel is dying. After a powerful storm sets a series of devastating events in motion, an unlikely hero must journey to find his courage and confront a dark nemesis to save his home. “Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC. Featuring hand-painted artwork, meticulously… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ori and the Blind Forest.

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  21. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 226 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 1 reviews

    Fates of Ort is a retro inspired fantasy RPG with a focus on strategic action and a story driven by player choices. It is a tale of sacrifice and difficult choices, in a world under threat of annihilation by the avaricious force of consumption magic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fates of Ort.

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  22. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 2,504 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 16 reviews

    A surreal, roguelite inspired ARPG with modernized hack'n'slash combat about lucid dreaming. Warp the dreamscape around you to battle a nightmarish depression that lives in a young woman’s subconscious. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreamscaper.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 101 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    A branching-path narrative horror RPG set in Vienna, Austria. Guide the Unnamed through the worst night of their life: Harass your neighbours. Debate with birds. Smoke to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Outcry.

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  24. Overdawn is a fast-paced, bullet-time, bullet-hell shooter set in a world on the brink of collapse. Play as one of the Chosen Ones—sent into the past to stop the fall of Andrean. Fight through waves of enemies with razor-sharp gunplay, uncover buried truths, and explore a stunning 2.5D world brought to life with style and atmosphere. FEATURES Stylized 2.5D pixel-voxel art Fast-paced, precision … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overdawn.

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  25. Story Dive into an extraordinary journey inside the mind of a father, trapped in a coma after a tragic accident. The Endless Dream will catapult you into a timeless world where memories and reality merge in an enigmatic labyrinth. In this immersive adventure, you awaken without memories, confused, and the fate of the protagonist depends solely on you. Face intense challenges, unravel mysteries… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Endless Dream.

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  26. You are Yellow Punnu, a radiant explorer in search of the missing Green Punnu. Traverse four intriguing planets with five enigmatic maps each, facing haunting challenges armed only with a glowing heart. Ready to really test your skills on a cute, but brutally challenging platformer game? BUY GLOWPOP NOW! Fast-paced, challenging platformer adventure with beautiful environments, incredible soundt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glowpop.

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  27. Death is inevitable. But maybe—just maybe—there’s time to make things right. Graphite is a stylized roguelike RPG where the fantasy and wonder of a kid’s imagination come to life across the pages of his own pen-and-paper campaign. Armed with nothing but scribbled heroes, borrowed school notebooks, household junk, and a head full of what-ifs, he builds a world to navigate grief, self-confidence… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graphite.

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    Story:The once-great kingdom of Targat has fallen. An army of the undead, led by the ruthless Vezruvil, has burned it to the ground. Your family was executed. You were left to rot in chains. But now, you're free. You are Duil, a man who cannot die. Your quest: fight your way to the heart of darkness and take revenge on the one who destroyed your life. But the deeper you go, the more you realize… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duil.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    99% User Score Based on 329 reviews

    Judero is an action/ adventure game inspired by the rich folk history of the Scottish Borders. You play as Judero, a Celt who can establish a rapport with the nature around him. Travel with Judero through a handcrafted landscape as he discovers there is an evil at work manipulating the unguarded. Fast and Fluid Combat. Strike, and dodge your way through a myriad of foes culminating in exciting … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Judero.

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  30. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    98% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    TraumaCore Violence is a 2D Character Action Game with a focus on intense, snappy combat and in-depth movement mechanics; set within the psyche of a woman who has just had her life broken. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TraumaCore Violence.

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  32. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 20,378 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 10 reviews

    Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat, immersive storytelling, and unique Taopunk setting. Embark on a journey of Asian fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nine Sols.

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  33. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 2,987 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to killer7.

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  34. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 11,686 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 28 reviews

    Night In The Woods is an adventure game about a college dropout who comes home to the friends and the town they left behind. Break stuff, play bass, hang out, go places and discover things that aren't meant for you. Come home to Possum Springs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night in the Woods.

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  35. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 796 reviews

    You play as a man turned into a ball and you need to steal all the gas from the forest at all costs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ukrainian ball in search of gas.

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  37. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 34,090 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 1 reviews

    Bastion is an action role-playing experience that redefines storytelling in games, with a reactive narrator who marks your every move. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bastion.

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  38. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    62% User Score Based on 1,534 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 16 reviews

    There are only two constants in Abyss Odyssey: a great evil awaits at the bottom of the pit, and you must succeed or die. From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle for an eternity. Enter the bold Katrien, the tortured specter Ghost Monk, and t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abyss Odyssey.

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  39. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 54,976 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 11 reviews

    The little spirit Ori is no stranger to peril, but when a fateful flight puts the owlet Ku in harm’s way, it will take more than bravery to bring a family back together, heal a broken land, and discover Ori’s true destiny. From the creators of the acclaimed action-platformer Ori and the Blind Forest comes the highly anticipated sequel. Embark on an all-new adventure in a vast world filled with new… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ori and the Will of the Wisps.

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  40. STORY He wants to talk, she meets him at their favorite spot, by the frozen lake. He doesn't want to be with her anymore. Before any explanation, the ice breaks and she's now slowly drowning in cold and dark water. Trapped between two realities, trying to escape her own demons, gathering pieces of her life with him, she will have to choose between forgiveness and revenge. A very unsettling story … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exitium.

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  41. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    You wake up again—your bones soaked in blood. Demo Available NOW! Play the free demo and get a SMALL BLOODY SLICE of the gameplay! Full Release – December 15 The FULL roguelike experience, with constant and explosive progression: including TONS of enemy types, abilities, weapons, and rooms. Prepare to dive into the full story—an intertwined experie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Bone.

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  42. ABOUT ME Hello, my name is Emil. I'm 17 years old, and I live in Bulgaria. I have 4 years of experience in game development, and I think it's finally time for me to create something a bit larger than usual! My passion is creating experiences that everyone can enjoy, and it warms my heart to see my work being appreciated! If you want to support me and follow my work, you can join our Discord comm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project: ELIOT.

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  43. Vegawon's Legacy: Shape Your Destiny, Save a World! Vegawon's Legacy is a breathtaking 2D Metroidvania Action RPG set in the enchanting world of DWS Interactive. This epic adventure takes you deep into the Continent of Vegawon, where personal tragedy and ancient powers collide in a gripping story. Story and World: You begin the game as the powerful and respected ruler of the Imperion Kingdom. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vegawon's Legacy.

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  44. NOTICE: This project is no longer in development. You are of course still welcome to try out the demo, but we will not be updating the game. Discover a bright and beautiful world full of harmony and sprawling life, hidden entirely within a massive Mountain. At the far corner of the world, in a ruined castle, away from the beauty that now dominates, the Puppetmaster is alone, dying slowly, hard … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puppetmaster.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    "Welcome to Knight Fall: Survive Bosses and Claim Victory at the Top! Every move is a challenge as you jump through dangerous lands, battling tough bosses along the way. Be careful; one wrong move could end your journey. Will you beat the horrors or fall to the bosses on your daring quest? It's as if dark souls and jump king had a baby- Gameplay:-True precision platforming! The path forward… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight Fall.

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  46. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    About Hell's Descent Start your roguelite adventure as a sorceresses that wields the arcane elements of fire, ice, lightning and more, acquire talents and find new gear! You must survive the relentless enemies of hell and defeat the seven deadly sins. In Hell's Descent, death is not the end but a chance to grow stronger. Features Over 40 spells and buffs 3 different elemental forms… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell's Descent.

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    Experience the world's first fusion of FMV genre and 2D platforming in this revolutionary sci-fi adventure. Explore Cappadocia's mystic realm where fortune-telling meets quantum physics. Join Nazar, unlock psychic powers, and race to prevent a dark future in this genre-defying journey! Step into a world where ancient mysticism meets cutting-edge science in this groundbreaking FMV adventure from i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nazar.

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  48. In this immersive story, you follow Adam, a troubled man whose life takes a strange turn as he falls deeply in love with Jinny—a woman he’s only ever met in his recurring dreams. With each night, his connection to her intensifies, but so does his disconnect from reality. Or so it seems. Adam’s only hope for answers might lie with his neighbor, Rhonda, but there's a catch—she’s mysteriously vanis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unfeigned Depths.

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  49. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 164 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 6 reviews

    Use your wits, kindness, and maybe a good whack to gather clues, items, and evidence that will help the residents of Limbo move on. Untangling an afterlife is no easy feat, especially when you don’t have feet! Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is a papercraft adventure game where you’ll meet the many good and not-so-good folks of Limbo, a place where souls with deep regrets are cursed into repeating … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo.

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  50. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 1,067 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 6 reviews

    Become Paint Utilize paint-based mechanics to experience a constant state of flow—dive into the ground and walls, slice through the air and enemies! Wield Your Brush Become stronger by unlocking new techniques with your brush that aid you in defeating threatening foes, overcoming platform challenges, solving complex puzzles, and advancing your progress. Discover Yourself Explore Constance's non-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Constance.

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