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71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

76% User Score Based on 238 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 7 reviews

A thoughtful and deeply personal narrative-title with stripped-down mechanics. The lack of dialogue or text allows you to fully immerse yourself in the chapters of four characters, each with their joys and heartache. Contains over 20 original, beautifully-sung songs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Longest Road on Earth.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT, MONUMENTAL MILESTONE!!!!! We listen to our community! Originally designed as a groundbreaking VR experience, we have now adapted it for PC so that this story can live on and be experienced by more people worldwide. This April 17th — the day Phnom Penh fell, marking the start of Cambodia’s darkest chapter and this year the 50th Anniversary — we released Stay Alive My Son o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAY ALIVE MY SON (PC Version): A True Story About A Father's Search For His Son.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere

99% User Score Based on 109 reviews

TRIGGER WARNINGTHIS GAME CONTAINS SOME HEAVY THEMES, INCLUDING TOPICS RELATED TO DEATH, LOSS, AND SUICIDE. IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY FEELING SAD OR HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED SIMILAR SITUATIONS, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU WAIT UNTIL YOU FEEL BETTER BEFORE PLAYING. ---------------------- "Midnight Ramen" is a narrative dialogue game inspired by titles such as VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action and Cof… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Ramen.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

82% User Score Based on 724 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 18 reviews

"Dive into this nautic adventure as curiosity will guide you through a space ship wreck on an unknown planet made up of water. When one of the lead scientists still on board tries to unriddle the possibility of a relaunch young Janitor Harold is around to assist her. Join Harold in his clumsy undertakings to stir up the ark-like ship’s stale day-to-day life and find the secrets that lie behind… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harold Halibut.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

99% User Score Based on 4,352 reviews

I Wani Hug that Gator! Is a choice-driven narrative about teenagers struggling to find their way. Help Inco, loser highschooler extraordinaire, navigate his budding friendships (and romance!) while surviving being the only human in a dinosaur-filled school. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Wani Hug that Gator!.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

98% User Score Based on 7,656 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 15 reviews

In a world still recovering from catastrophe, Mark Borja and his friends navigate the joys and woes of another year of high school. Wake up in a typical teenage bedroom, practice piano, race to meet homework deadlines, and build (and burn) relationships, as you reminisce about the daily insecurities of high school life. That is, until a fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark's … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Until Then.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, gameplay

85% User Score Based on 149 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

"Feed me, or I'll reap your soul!"And with those ridiculous words, my whole life was turned upside down. Sakuraba Rie, aged nine, is a cynical and grumpy girl who cares little for her fellow classmates, and does not have a single friend.That is, until a self-proclaimed demon from the deepest, darkest pits of Hell suddenly appears in Rie's kitchen and steals a tray of cookies.What will happen betwe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strawberry Vinegar.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

98% User Score Based on 1,275 reviews

Reconnect with your mother’s culture through food while navigating a train that goes deeper and deeper in time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Taste of the Past.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

95% User Score Based on 382 reviews

Critic Score 35%Based on 1 reviews

Embark on a dream-like journey in this fantasy adventure VR simulation. Encounter goblin inhabitants, become part of their society, and save them from their foe. Freely roam the enchanted forest to discover deeper layers of their mysterious ways and reap the rewards of this magical world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gnomes & Goblins.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere

100% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Hanako, a young woman at a crossroads in her life, takes on the challenge of running her grandpa’s beloved flower shop. Hanako’s Flower Shop is a heartwarming coming-of-age visual novel with resource management elements, where every flower tells a story and every bouquet has the power to heal. Guided by her deep admiration for her grandpa, a renowned florist known for his unparalleled skill a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hanako's Flower Shop.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

100% User Score Based on 45 reviews

Home is where the stars are. An interactive bedtime story, for anyone who needs one. Take the bear and the little one on a deeply meaningful journey, as you experience stories of togetherness, of letting go and of finding a place you belong. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bear: A Story from the World of Gra.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

83% User Score Based on 24 reviews

If you need some time to relax...Everyone needs a break. That's ok. Lie back and chill while you clean and polish every last smudge of dirt. Manage your cleaning storeGet to know all the town's customers, negotiate the sale offers, and try to pay your bills on time. Features - Clean away all the dirt from various items Haggle on your items' price to get out with more profit Get to kno… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clean It Up!.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

78% User Score Based on 265 reviews

ROAD TO 1.0 RELEASE About the GameCreate a Home Away from Home Looking for a place where you can just take a breath? Welcome to Hotel Galactic! It's a tale of friendship, trust, and creating a space where everyone – no matter what corner of the galaxy they come from – feels safe. Settle on the cloud-drifting Island of Imoshima and build a hotel that will become the true heart of this … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotel Galactic.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 4,336 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

Florence is the story of the highs and lows of a young woman’s very first love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Florence.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, atmosphere

96% User Score Based on 409 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 10 reviews

I she cries, the whole world dies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meg's Monster.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

84% User Score Based on 3,779 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 11 reviews

From the creator of To the Moon: A simple, wordless 1-hour short about a boy who found an injured bird, told through a blur between reality and imagination. A Bird Story is an interactive pixel animation with the sole purpose of telling a simple story. It is a standalone narrative, with its own beginning and ending. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Bird Story.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

75% User Score Based on 71 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

From Head to Toe is a short interactive story about winter, existential guilt and your ex-classmates. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From Head to Toe.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

93% User Score Based on 1,060 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

This is a restaurant in heaven. Please ask the bear and cat for your last meal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bear's Restaurant.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

86% User Score Based on 1,788 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 9 reviews

Old Man’s Journey, a soul-searching puzzle adventure, tells a story of life, loss, reconciliation, and hope. Entrenched in a beautifully sunkissed and handcrafted world, embark on a heartfelt journey interwoven with lighthearted and pressure-free puzzle solving. During this compact gameplay experience, you’ll be transported to a vibrant and wishful world, exploring life’s complexities through the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Old Man's Journey.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, replayability

96% User Score Based on 297 reviews

As the name suggests, it is a game depicting the feeling of insomnia, whose plot is revealed through the exquisite hand-drawn paintings of KeKe, the chief artist of "A Perfect Day". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Insomnia: Theater in the Head.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

98% User Score Based on 14,431 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Play with your eyes If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Before Your Eyes.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

95% User Score Based on 3,560 reviews

Critic Score 82%Based on 6 reviews

A bonkers time-loop tragicomedy murder mystery thriller featuring multiple casualties and a suspicious cat, from the creator of To the Moon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Impostor Factory.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development

83% User Score Based on 1,088 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 7 reviews

A hilarious adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHUCHEL.

This is a visual novel that tells a comedic story about a campus hero, and it also includes some puzzle mini-games. We hope this work will bring smiles to everyone while also raising awareness about the importance of standing up against school bullying. The story follows Lu Yunjie, a middle school student who accidentally witnesses his classmate Ling Yu being bullied. He decisively steps in to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Losers Team.

About this gameDear Flower is an enchanting adventure that invites you to explore a beautifully hand-drawn world, control three unique characters, and solve intriguing puzzles—all without a single word of text or dialogue. Hand-Drawn AnimationsEvery character and background is lovingly crafted with hand-drawn animation. Enjoy numerous beautifully animated cutscenes. Each frame of animation is c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dear Flower.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

96% User Score Based on 657 reviews

Light Up The Town is a cozy, creative game about spreading cheer in a wintery town. Play as Bean, a young ferret tasked with putting up lights and decorations around Bellflower, Colorado in time for the Winter Festival. Gameplay Click anywhere to throw string lights and Christmas/holiday decorations, and light up 18+ handcrafted levels. Decorate any way you want to, customizing size a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light Up The Town.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 145 reviews

"Farming & Supermarket Simulator" is a delightful simulation game where you build a farm, grow organic products, feed your animals, and expand your business by selling your products in your supermarket. Grow, Harvest, Use Make the best use of your harvested products: either fill the supermarket shelves or use them as feed for your animals. The choice is yours! Feed and CollectF… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Farming & Supermarket Simulator.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

94% User Score Based on 129 reviews

Loser Named Hana is a friendship-building visual novel. You respond to an ad advertising $100 a week to be the lonely college student, Hana, friend. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loser Named Hana.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

79% User Score Based on 84 reviews

A game about life after love If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pine: A Story of Loss.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 288 reviews

Elroy is a young rocket engineer whose father disappeared 18 years ago in suspicious circumstances. Peggie is a hot shot reporter with a knack for languages, history and research. Together, they uncover a secret that takes them on a journey of epic, world-saving proportions! Features Classic point-and-click adventure game with modern polish. Story full of mystery, character development… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elroy and the Aliens.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

84% User Score Based on 32 reviews

"My Life with You" tells the story of a young woman who, after falling in love as a teenager, ends up getting pregnant. Abandoned by her boyfriend, she must face the challenges of being a single mother, balancing work, household responsibilities, and her dream of building a better future for herself and her child. Living with her grandmother, she seeks a job to support their home while dealing wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Life With You.

A struggling content creator goes toe-to-toe with conspiracy and catastrophe in this short, narrative RPG. Adventure to the world of the Soda Kingdom, a plastic paradise that values the brand above all else! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sodahazard: Taste Test.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

94% User Score Based on 970 reviews

Game features: -Learn new languages: You will learn dozen of languages from your mother-in-game: Japanese, British English, American English, Cantonese, Minnan, Northeastern, Shanghainese and more. -Discover mysterious mothers: When you open the game, there is a chance that a mysterious mother will appear, such as a Japanese Yakuza mother. -Remote greetings with multiple players: Your mother ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Your Mother.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

90% User Score Based on 133 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 6 reviews

Afterlove EP is a slice-of-life adventure about love, loss and music. Explore modern Jakarta as Rama in his journey to learn about himself, create music, find love and come to terms with the loss of his girlfriend Cinta, whose voice still lives on in his head. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterlove EP.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

96% User Score Based on 468 reviews

Critic Score 35%Based on 1 reviews

Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Herdling.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

96% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Immerse yourself in the heartwarming world of Emotional Art Hidden Objects Game."Love is..." is an emotional art hidden objects game created with hand-drawn illustrations by the global star artist 'Puuung.' Experience the beauty of watercolor spreading and filling the artwork as you find hidden objects. Discover new hidden objects along with heartwarming stories. Find hidden objects to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love is....

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

87% User Score Based on 3,975 reviews

Do you want some beer? About the Gameegg If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egg.

Being a single parent is hard. Being a single parent of triplets is pretty hard. Being a single parent of triplets shortly after a global pandemic is very pretty hardy. But do you know what is much, much, much harder? Enduring boredom! It is almost impossible to survive! All the games have been played! All the cool books have been read! All the cartoons have been watched! Everyt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Triplets Trouble!!!.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

96% User Score Based on 233 reviews

Inside an old wooden box lies four curious items: a toy lizard, a captured moth, a screwdriver and a seashell. Each one has its own story to tell… Step into four hand-drawn memories and discover the mysteries lurking beneath the seemingly calm surface. Explore one story at a time, or play them in a single sitting, in this solo-play adventure about the stories we tell ourselves and how … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miniatures.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 1,736 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 3 reviews

Humor-filled indie adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Botanicula.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

97% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Write letters on your typewriter based on people's requests in this cozy Violet Evergarden-inspired game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Every Letter.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 2,558 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

Venba Deluxe Edition includes: Venba Venba Soundtrack If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Venba.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

70% User Score Based on 454 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 4 reviews

Guide young Finley through his first weeks at a provincial hospital. He is on fire for his apprenticeship as an internist. But a lot of pressure makes Finley's life difficult and our gameplay challenging. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall of Porcupine.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

A Long Road Home is a successor to the point and click adventure games of the past. Explore a mystical fantasy land ruled by a ruthless tyrant, collect items during your travels and test your wit while solving the puzzles in your way. It is up to you to lead an unlikely hero back to his family. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Long Road Home.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 44 reviews

“A Lozenge” is a short interactive story about a mother-daughter road trip and motion sickness, dedicated to children of divorce. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Lozenge.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

74% User Score Based on 165 reviews

There's a new girl in town! You live a boring otaku life until one day your new neighbour completely changes everything. Experience a story full of romance, comedy and a little personal drama! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Furry Neighbour.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 1,213 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 10 reviews

Solve puzzles, riddles, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost in Play.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

79% User Score Based on 886 reviews

Critic Score 61%Based on 10 reviews

The Novelist asks one central question: can you achieve your dreams without pushing away the people you love? The game focuses on Dan Kaplan, a novelist struggling to write the most important book of his career while trying to be the best husband and father he can be. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Novelist.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 468 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Cats and the Other Lives is a narrative experience that explores the reunion of a broken family from the perspective of their house cat, Aspen. The game embraces a simple yet intuitive point and click play style, emphasizing design elements based around the behaviors of common house cats seen around the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats and the Other Lives.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 1,106 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unforeseen Incidents.