Games like In Her Head

"Actual Sunlight" is a critically acclaimed visual novel that explores depression, hopelessness, and social anxieties in a raw and unfiltered way. The game follows the life of Evan Winter, a 30-something office worker, as he navigates through his mundane existence and grapples with his inner demons. Its deep and thought-provoking narrative challenges players to confront the harsh realities of mental health issues.

"Please Knock on My Door" is a narrative-driven game simulating the daily life of a person dealing with social anxiety and depression. Players must manage routines, complete tasks, and make choices that impact the character's mental health and relationships. The game offers a poignant, interactive exploration of mental health challenges, striving to foster understanding and empathy.

The Average Everyday Adventures of Samantha Browne is an interactive story about a painfully introverted college student who has to make oatmeal in the communal kitchen of her dorm. The gameplay will challenge you to find the right ways to help Samantha as she embarks on her journey to the other side of her bedroom door.

"Depression Quest" is a text-based game that simulates living with depression, presenting players with everyday challenges to manage while dealing with the illness. The game offers multiple endings and features over 150 unique encounters, with available choices and generated content based on the player's depression levels. The audio and visuals also adjust to reflect the player's emotional state, enhancing the immersive experience.

"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.

"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.

"Fractured Minds is a single-player, horror-action game that explores the daily struggles of living with anxiety and mental health issues. Offering a raw and honest portrayal, the game aims to provide insight into the experiences of those with mental illness. Designed by a game developer with personal experience of anxiety, Fractured Minds won a BAFTA award for its provocative and thought-provoking journey."

Guilt Free is a visual novel crossed with a point and click made to offer perspective on mental health and eating disorders. Navigate a couple's rocky relationship and encounter "flaws" or "quirks" that may actually be symptomatic behaviors.

"Unwording" is a narrative-driven puzzle game where you play as Tom, a lonely man who sees the negative in everything. When a little bird enters his life, you explore three days of Tom's life through word puzzles, experiencing his changing perception and widening worldview. This game focuses on happiness, gratitude, and the power of our thoughts, allowing Tom to see the hidden dimensions of his life.

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