Games like Grimlet

In the summer of 1984 you get a letter informing you of your mother's death. The first and only letter you get in ten years since you left your hometown. You stand in the middle of the old, tiny room that you can barely afford to rent and read it over and over again until the buzz at the back of your head quiets down. Until your hands stop shaking. You think of what it means for you. I hope…

DYING SLOWLY is a haunting narrative-driven RPG adventure where you must guide a lost little girl named Ezra through a decaying, unfamiliar world she mysteriously awoke in. Ezra is not from this place. She's scared, alone, and remembers nothing of how she arrived. The world around her is unraveling—infected by a creeping force that consumes everything in its path. As the player, you are not ju…

Two years in the making, the highly anticipated Indie remake of the cult mod Dear Esther arrives on PC. Dear Esther immerses you in a stunningly realised world, a remote and desolate island somewhere in the outer Hebrides. As you step forwards, a voice begins to read fragments of a letter: "Dear Esther..." - and so begins a journey through one of the most original first-person games of recent year…

"What Comes After" is a short narrative game that explores themes of love, regrets, and self-acceptance. As you ride a train filled with souls heading to the afterlife, you'll have conversations with a variety of passengers and help the main character, Vivi, find herself. With its heartwarming story, light-hearted tone, and colorful art style, this game is a touching tribute to learning to love oneself.

"Paradise Marsh" is a serene, narrative-driven game where you explore a procedurally generated wetland to solve the mystery of the fallen stars. Catch various critters, meet celestial characters, and discover hidden messages. With its calming atmosphere and no time limits, it encourages players to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

"Adios" is a single-player drama simulation game with an intriguing story and good gameplay set in a beautifully designed American Midwest environment. As a pig farmer in Kansas, you decide to stop helping the mob dispose of bodies, leading to tense interactions with a hitman friend. The game is both atmospheric and wholesome, with humor and bugs, and your decisions will determine the rest of your life in this goodbye story.

"Over The Hills And Far Away" is a visual novel set during the War of 1812, where a wounded British soldier, William Aubrey, finds himself sheltering in a barn with a Shawnee girl named Mai. The game features a full-length story, beautiful artwork, and an original orchestral soundtrack, allowing players to experience the colonial-era world of the Northwest Territory.

What 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.

"No One is Here" is a single-player game that offers a good plot and a wholesome story. In this somber experience, players explore a forgotten town as they uncover a moving narrative about loss, memory, and the passing of time. The game's atmospheric and introspective nature encourages players to reflect on their journey through the deserted settlement. With a strong emphasis on exploration and discovery, "No One is Here" provides a poignant and memorable adventure.

"Journal" is a single-player adventure game with an intriguing story of a young girl's journey facing the responsibilities of childhood. The game features hand-painted splendid graphics, an awesome soundtrack, and tackles the theme of memory reliability. Developed by Richard Perrin, with art and writing by Melissa Royall, it promises a highly emotional and thought-provoking experience.