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Games like Melancholy I A Solo Journaling RPG

Games like Melancholy I A Solo Journaling RPG

Games like Melancholy I A Solo Journaling RPG

Looking for games like Melancholy I A Solo Journaling RPG? Here are top role playing recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Eternals' Path, Oh no... Not again... or A Painted World.

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  1. Eternals’ Path is a rogue-like, turn-based tactical RPG. It’s about choices, the ones you made, the ones you regret, and those that will haunt you to your grave, and beyond… In this Narrative and Strategic game, build up Experience and Skills to face the 40 characters of two different procedurally generated Stages. Talk with them to influence the encounter, use your Conscience as a moral compass a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternals' Path.

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  2. 35%Game Brain Score
    35% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    STORY Oh no... Not again... follow the story of Aysha, chosen by her people to be the warrior who must venture into a dangerous world ruled by warlords and find the lost seed of the ancestral tree to save her people's future.On her path she will meet Carmen, a sorceress capable of enhancing her species' natural gift, but... it will come at a price.  ABOUT This adventure RPG with mature conten… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oh no... Not again....

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  3. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    You have been dragged into the blank canvas of a painted world. Explore the world, uncover secrets, define the location, and in the end you will be left with a painted world of your own design.  A Painted World is a TTRPG for 1+ players which see's you venture into a blank world and build it through art. To play you will gather your art supplies and canvas (or just a big sheet of paper), quickly g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Painted World.

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  4. About This GameA chained demigod escapes eternal punishment in a world inspired by ancient Georgian mythology. Each escape attempt is a run through a shifting world of battles, shrines, and choices — where every decision shapes your build, your strategy, and your fate. Defeat enemies, claim their powers, and grow stronger with every failure as you climb toward freedom. [Narrative Driven] Exper… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demigod.

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  5. Shards of Order is a dark fantasy RPG with card-based combat, set in a decaying world where reality itself is unraveling. The ancient Laws that once bound life, death, and time have been stolen or shattered, leaving behind a place where memory fades, identity fractures, and even the dead refuse to stay buried. Uncover the story of a grim, shattered world by exploring its hidden corners and shaping… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shards of Order.

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  6. THE NEW RPG OF ADVENTURE AND SURVIVAL IN A WILD, MYTHICAL WORLD Dare to cross the polar wall, adventurer, and step into a land forgotten by time. The island of Elysium awaits — a living world where every step brings discovery, every creature hides a secret, and every decision leaves its mark. • An open world filled with mystery and ancient ruins Explore a vast, ever-changing land of haunted fore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elysium's Tide.

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  7. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Wandering Souls is a sword-and-sorcery tabletop RPG of enveloping shadows, dangerous and fast combat, and an impending doom in The Shrouded Realm. This is a PREVIEW of the final product and is currently in development. Inside Wandering Souls you will find a game designed for solo or cooperative play, with options to add a GM/guide to the mix. Each player will take on the role of a Wanderer, a tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wandering Souls - Preview.

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  8. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Below the Last Door is a solo, card-driven dungeon survival game with legacy progression inspired by The Wretched by Chris Bissette and borrowing heavily from the Wretched and Alone SRD. You explore a dungeon while attempting to defeat The Monster to escape.  Most runs end in loss, but knowledge gained persists between runs, through your adventurer’s journal. Through the discoveries of multiple ge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Below The Last Door.

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  9. Embark on an epic journey to legendary status with Hero's Ascension, a narrative tabletop role-playing game where you are the storyteller! Designed for solo play or cooperative adventures with friends, Hero's Ascension is a GM-less experience powered by the intuitive d6-based Infaernum rule set from Campfire Studios. Forget complex setups; dive straight into crafting your own unique tales of hero… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero's Ascension.

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  10. Prologue When a world ends, a new one is born. In this new realm some souls refuse to fade, clinging to the remnants of their previous world's memories and power as reality gradually takes shape.(Wishlists are free and help my game get more visibility.)Wishlist Now for Exclusive Updates and Early Access! About the GameSpells Dungeon offers a classic roguelike experience with the iconic monsters … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spells Dungeon.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    GLIDE is a solo (and cooperative) sci-fi tabletop RPG adventure game inspired by the world of Frank Herbert's Dune.  Players take the role of a Seeker; a member of a collective group of nomads, traders, ecologists, and hopefuls that have come together with the common goals of rebuilding the planet Eridoor. Seekers navigate the desert wastes for scrap left behind by the Great Houses of before, in h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GLIDE.

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  12. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    80% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    Learn forbidden spells. Outwit the Cult. Resist the corruption of magic. As a Heretic Operative, a secret mage sworn to oppose the Cult, you must harness the arcane without becoming lost in its power. A unique narrative strategy-RPG inspired by classic boardgames like Arkham Horror and Pandemic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heretic Operative.

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  13. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    A DEMO PDF SET IS AVAILABLE BELOW Hoodie Spirit, is a captivating and immersive solo role-playing game that invites you to delve into the extraordinary world of Elthorea. In this unique narrative experience, you'll assume the role of a Hoodlin, a courageous and enigmatic being, as you embark on a quest to claim the coveted title of Spirit King. Prepare to unravel captivating stories, face formidab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hoodie Spirit: Solo TTRPG Journal.

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  14. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Step into the world of The Slender Man Mystery, where darkness and enigma reign supreme. As a fearless investigator, you are drawn to the legend of the elusive Slender Man, an otherworldly being whose presence has haunted humanity for centuries. Uncover the truth behind the disappearances, face your fears, and solve the mysteries that have eluded many before you. Will you be the one to unravel the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Slender Man Mystery.

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  15. From the creators of the award-winning 'The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante' comes a new kind of role-playing experience. 'Agent of Strange' is set in an old and remote wintry European city sealed off from the world – a place of shadows, secrets, and power plays. You pretend to be an ordinary citizen: but you are a covert agent of the Conspiracy who infiltrated the City and dismantles the hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agent of Strange.

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  16. A groundbreaking 3D dungeon RPG where you aim for the ultimate goal — the 999th floor. Live-action footage and 3D CG merge to create an overwhelming sense of immersion, where reality and fantasy intertwine. Explore hyper-realistic dungeons and face powerful monsters that will test her fate. How to PlayCollect treasure chests or defeat all enemies on a floor to reveal the exit. If you fail to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ECHOES OF THE VALKYRIE THE SWORD OF AGES.

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  17. Land of Forsaken is an Action Survivor RPG where you’ll face relentless hordes across a land consumed by corruption, death, and dark magic. You begin as a lone warrior fighting to survive in a shattered world — but your journey is only beginning. Core FeaturesFrenetic horde battles: Fight through waves of enemies with fast-paced, dynamic combat as hundreds of foes attempt to overwhelm you. Real-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Land of Forsaken.

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  18. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 814 reviews
    Critic Score 92%Based on 1 reviews

    Golden Treasure is a game for those who carry dragons in their hearts. Hunt, explore, survive, and become Great among the True Children of Sun and Earth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Treasure: The Great Green.

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  19. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Are you tired of thick rulebooks and complicated solo RPG engines? Look no further than Everline, the game that's so easy to play, even your grandma could do it (no offense to grandma, of course). *Core Rule updated to version 1.2*Released Zagsonia Catacomb (2 in the Zagsonia Series) Series: [DEMO SET] (Free): In this game, you play as a young child who sets out to collect herbs from a nearby fore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everline: Quickstart Your Solorpg.

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  20. Step into a World of FantasyThe game is set in a fictional fantasy world where you will face various factions, a diverse cast of characters, and unknown enemies. Overcome numerous obstacles and challenges to reach your own unique ending. Five Protagonists, Five StorylinesChoose from five protagonists, each with a completely different background, experience, and personality. Every character has th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Finale of Aeons:Lillia.

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  21. Rot has arrived, and all things wither. In this cruel yet beautiful 2D hand-drawn Souls-like, embark on a lonely and brutal journey of redemption! Explore a forest kingdom twisted by plague, level up your character, collect gear, and battle infected, mutated fruits and vegetables to uncover the secret behind the corruption. Death is not the end—it is the price paid to purify a world destined to de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blighted Core.

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  22. Dunebound Tactics will push both your strategic and tactical prowess as you navigate the unforgiving wastes. Lead your crew on a daring voyage in search of a new life, making a perilous exodus across Imperial-controlled territories. Follow the Elios leylines aboard your fragile ship, embarking on a journey where risk and reward constantly intertwine. Power your ship’s engine by gathering Elio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dunebound Tactics.

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  23. ■Train Your Body and Mind — Defy Your Fate. A growth-driven action RPG where you overcome brutal battles by strengthening your strength, agility, core, and mental endurance. Form Shifts transform your combat style, and strategic choices in form selection can determine victory or defeat. Through repeated training and combat, players confront the threats lurking throughout … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armeria In Bloom.

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  24. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Go on a journey with Ritsu and Lily to uncover the secrets behind the Kuzono Group, a shady pharmaceutical corporation with nefarious plans. Join Ritsu as she uses Lily's power to transform into a magical girl to take on supernatural enemies in this thrilling adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magical Princess Lily.

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  25. ️ A Dark RPG Journey Through the MistMist is a gripping RPG adventure that blends story-driven exploration, character evolution, and chilling horror elements — all wrapped in an atmospheric idle experience. Start your path as a fragile human in a world overrun by alien horrors. Evolve, adapt, and become something far greater — or far more terrifying — in your quest to save your missing daughte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mist.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    62% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    The sun hangs in the sky, a burning ring hollowed out by darkness. You awaken in a dark and empty castle, alone and far from the world you know. The darkness passes, returning the sun to its bright splendour and illuminating the world that fluctuates before you.  These are the Wailing Lands, an ever changing world of fantastic sights, lost travellers and dark places with ancient secrets. Your home… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wail.

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  28. Step into Voltaria, an open-ended and experimental journey set in the futuristic laboratories of Volt Inc., a Finnish technological marvel. You play as their latest creation, navigating a world filled with challenges, mysteries, and opportunities for discovery. Guided by Dr. Rosa, a key figure at Volt Inc., you'll explore the lab, solve puzzles, and uncover its secrets. The experience is driven b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voltaria.

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  29. A retro 8-bit-style JRPG featuring turn-based combat and a deeply story-driven adventure. Journey through a rich and expanding world filled with dangerous enemies, engaging mini-games, hidden treasures, and a wide variety of locations to explore. As you progress, uncover secrets, grow stronger, and experience an emotional narrative that continues to expand with every step of your journey. ------… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Emblem of Time.

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  30. 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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  31. Odds Chronicles is a tactical roguelite RPG where dice-driven unpredictability meets precise strategy. Play as Evryn, a former royal bodyguard whose kingdom has fallen, and unlock more unique heroes during your journey, each with their own starting abilities and personalized dice loadouts. Click to roll or throw the dice yourself, then use every face like a weapon. Generate resources -Strength… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odds Chronicles.

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  32. From the developers of Fabled Lands, comes a new adaptation of a beloved gamebook series — darker, deadlier, and more tactical than ever. Enter the world of Blood Sword, a tactical role-playing game that brings the cult-classic gamebooks by Dave Morris and Oliver Johnson to life in a richly atmospheric, narrative-driven experience. Lead a party of heroes through a deadly campaign across a war-t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Sword.

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  33. Enter Arcane Souls, an action soulslike RPG set in an era of deceptive peace. For generations, the Human Realm has existed in safety, allowing the legendary arts of war, powerful magic and cruel demons to become just a mere folklore. But as the ancient seal between dimensions begins to lose its powers, forgotten evil returns to a world that has forgotten how to bleed. You are a warrior in an age o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Souls.

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  34. Infinity Wanderer is an action platformer with pixel art visuals and a mix of metroidvania, roguelike and souls like genres. In Infinity Wanderer, players experience the dark and terrifying immersive story of Lunara. With carefully hand-designed levels and a deep character customization system, Infinity Wanderer offers a fluid and challenging rogue-like gameplay experience that combines fast gamep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Wanderer.

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  36. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,651 reviews

    A dice-driven RPG, in a human and heartfelt sci-fi world. You are an escaped android, with a malfunctioning body, a price on your head and no memory of your past. Get a ship, find a crew, and take on contracts while you navigate across the Starward Belt. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector.

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  37. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    99% User Score Based on 264 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 2 reviews

    When the snow stops falling, the small Danish village of Tinglev will no longer be the same. Walk the path of Gerda as her quiet life is turned upside down during the World War 2 occupation of her home. Choose where to go, how to act, and who to trust in this intimate narrative RPG-lite experience inspired by real life events. How far would you go to protect your loved ones? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gerda: A Flame in Winter.

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  38. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    88% User Score Based on 1,896 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 12 reviews

    An immersive, narrative videogame that retells Joel Green's 4-year fight against cancer through about two hours of poetic, imaginative gameplay that explores themes of faith, hope and love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to That Dragon, Cancer.

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  39. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 648 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

    An epic adventure in a land of monsters, traps and magic. Journey across the deadly Shamutanti Hills and through Kharé, Cityport of Thieves. Armed with your sword and over fifty spells with weird and wonderful effects, embark on a narrative adventure of a thousand choices where every one is remembered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! Parts 1 & 2.

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  40. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    55% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    Turn-based medieval kingdom management game. Roll the dice to rally the monarchs to your kingdom by diplomacy, war or deception. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silmaris: Dice Kingdom.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, character development
    68% User Score Based on 109 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 7 reviews

    Pendragon is a turn-based strategy game, where every move you make drives the narrative, and every story twist opens new gameplay opportunities. Will you advance and show your mettle, or cautiously retreat? Will you slip round enemies, or encounter them head-on? And when sacrifices are required, who will you put in harm's way? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pendragon.

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  42. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 522 reviews

    Vlad is an interactive graphic-novel with RPG elements where your decisions shape the outcome of your story. Each playthrough offers a different experience and immersive story totalling two hours of content. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vlad the Impaler.

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  43. Reclaim the Flame. Restore the Light. Echoes of Argora is an action RPG, where you step into the role of Azure, a young hero chosen by prophecy to confront an ancient darkness. Explore a large, open world, wield divine powers, and battle through shadows to restore a stolen light to the land. Argora was once a land of boundless beauty, protected by the Holy Flame—a beacon gifted by the gods. But … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes of Argora.

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    1-3 Player Co-op Play solo or team up with one or two friends. Progression is shared across all players equally. However, all loot and items are only yours to find and keep...Responsive Top-Down Shooting Encounter and fight possessed creatures and corrupted bodies that walk the land in search of any remaining life to consume. Some life though, remains in a constant state of resistance. When the ti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shale.

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  45. — When the Grand Writ shatters, Who will sever the Unbound Skazka? The Skazka does not end. ✦ DESCRIPTION ✦ DOLYA' is an atmospheric fantasy 2D adventure with elements of RPG, puzzles, and a classic combat system. This is a story where the Fairy Tale does not end. Close your eyes, draw constellations, and stretch the Threads of Fate. Solve mysteries and secrets with the power granted to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOLYA'.

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  46. Long ago, the balance between the living world and the spirit realm was broken. In a land shaped by ancient mountains, sacred rivers, and forgotten villages, malevolent spirits now roam freely. Myths once whispered by elders have become living nightmares. Beneath floods, forests, and ruined shrines, something ancient is awakening. You play as a lone warrior chosen by fate, wielding steel and wil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Purge Of Evil: Age of the Fallen Spirits.

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  47. Grimreach: Forsaken Echoes invites players into a haunting and surreal journey through a mysterious fortress shrouded in mist. As a forgotten soul trapped between life and death, you must explore this nightmarish realm to piece together fragments of memory and confront the terrifying manifestations of your own psyche. Every step brings you closer to the truth of who you were and what you’ve lost, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grimreach: Forsaken Echoes.

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  48. 85%Game Brain Score
    85% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    COWER AND TREMBLE BEFORE IMORA!Humanity falls to the curse of immortality. Those who remain are only shells and shadows of their former selves. Their immortal souls bound in soul iron. THE CHOICE IS YOURS!Make meaningful decisions and choose your own fate. Face down the spirit of immortality in this story-driven roguelite adventure. Uncover dark secrets and discover the truth behind immortality. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cower and Tremble.

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  49. 100%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 94 reviews

    Long Haul 1983 is now IN PRINT & shipping everywhere.  Order your copy here.    It’s 1983, and the world feels hollowed out. LONG HAUL 1983 tells the story of a dangerous journey through an empty world.  You play a long-haul truck driver trying to make their way home. Every day, you’ll hit the road, navigating treacherous highways, fleeing from menacing threats, and dealing with the psychological … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Long Haul 1983.

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  50. Alchementalist is in development and as such, some features may change and images are not representative of the final product. Alchementalist is a procedurally generated rogue-lite dungeon crawler. Use the power of the elements to craft your own spells and create outrageous combinations of elemental effects, altering the very terrain itself! Delve deeper into the mines to find materials and grow … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchementalist.

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