Games like Firework
Looking for games like Firework? Here are top puzzle recommendations with a horror and mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Detention, Tales of the Black Forest or What Remains of Edith Finch.
1 View Game94%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherereplayability, grinding96% User Score 2,432 reviewsCritic Score 85%1 reviews"Detention" is a 2D atmospheric horror side-scroller set in 1960s Taiwan under martial law, where two students are trapped in a haunted and threatening school. Players must explore the ominous campus, interact with objects, and uncover the school's dark past, while avoiding evil creatures. The game incorporates East Asian elements, Taoism, Buddhism, Chinese mythology, and local Taiwanese cultural references to tell a unique and terrifying story.
View Game2 View Game97%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability97% User Score 1,077 reviews"Tales of the Black Forest" is a narrative-driven adventure game set in a dark and mystical forest. Players uncover secrets and make choices that affect the story's outcome, while encountering strange creatures and solving puzzles. The game features hand-drawn art and a hauntingly beautiful original soundtrack.
View Game3 View Game94%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability, grinding94% User Score 18,415 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviewsWhat Remains of Edith Finch is a BAFTA-winning game that explores the mysterious death of the Finch family members, one by one. As Edith, you'll uncover your family's past by experiencing the day of each relative's death in a series of first-person vignettes, each with its unique gameplay and tone. The game aims to help Edith understand why she is the only Finch left alive.
View Game4 View Game82%Game Brain Scorestory, emotionalreplayability, optimization77% User Score 20,826 reviewsCritic Score 82%14 reviews"Gone Home: Console Edition" is a story exploration game set in 1995 where you return home to an empty house and must discover what happened to your family. It's a critically acclaimed and award-winning game, known for its realistic portrayal of characters and emotional depth, with over 90 minutes of behind-the-scenes commentary available. The game has been praised for being a defining indie game of its generation and a unique love story.
View Game5 View Game89%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, character development96% User Score 1,070 reviewsCritic Score 71%3 reviewsDISTRAINT 2 is a psychological horror adventure game, where you play as Price, a man seeking to restore hope and find his purpose after selling his humanity. The game features simple yet effective gameplay, with side-scrolling 2D graphics, a dark story, and a mix of dark humor. It has hand-drawn graphics, carefully composed music, and a minimalist interface to keep the focus on the engaging story.
View Game6 View Game84%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, replayability90% User Score 2,266 reviewsCritic Score 65%2 reviewsDISTRAINT is a single-player horror role-playing game with an intriguing story, sensational graphics, and atmospheric music. As protagonist Price, players seize an elderly woman's property to secure a partnership, only to face the consequences of losing one's humanity. The game features simple but effective gameplay, with side-scrolling 2D graphics, minimalist interface, and puzzles, offering a two-hour journey through a unique, dark, and grim world filled with dark humor.
View Game7 View Game89%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, replayability94% User Score 2,937 reviewsCritic Score 83%8 reviews"Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery" is a heartwarming puzzle adventure game that tells the story of a struggling artist preparing for her final exhibit. Immerse in a vibrant and serene world as you help her complete her masterpiece, interacting with intriguing characters and uncovering secrets along the way. This game is a feast for the senses, combining beautiful hand-drawn art, soothing music, and engaging narrative into an unforgettable experience.
View Game8 View Game67%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherereplayability, grinding79% User Score 514 reviewsCritic Score 55%9 reviews"The Charnel House Trilogy" is a point-and-click horror adventure game that tells the story of Alex Davenport, a private detective who explores a mysterious and dark world. The game is divided into three episodes, each with its own self-contained narrative that adds to the overall plot. Players must uncover the secrets of the Charnel House and its inhabitants while facing psychological horror and atmospheric puzzles.
View Game9 View Game76%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, replayability84% User Score 3,779 reviewsCritic Score 69%11 reviews"A Bird Story" is a pharmaceutical-free, bite-sized nostalgic indie game that tells a heartwarming tale of friendship between a boy and a bird. With no dialogue orUI, the game relies on its beautiful pixel art and moving original soundtrack to convey the story. This game is a short yet sweet experience that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.
View Game10 View Game97%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherereplayability, grinding96% User Score 25,819 reviewsCritic Score 100%1 reviewsInside is a puzzle-platformer adventure game where you control a boy in a dystopian world. The boy must escape from the clutches of a mysterious organization, solve challenging puzzles, and avoid detection while uncovering the dark secrets of this eerie world. With atmospheric visuals and suspenseful gameplay, Inside is a captivating and immersive gaming experience.
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