Games like Newfound Courage

"Rakuen" is a single-player fantasy RPG with a beautiful story, splendid visuals, and delightful soundtrack. The game follows a little Boy in the hospital who, with his mother, seeks to complete challenges in a fantasy world to grant his wish. Players will interact with hospital neighbors and their alter-egos, uncovering emotional stories and secrets. With good gameplay, humor, and some grinding, "Rakuen" offers a unique and highly emotional experience.

"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.

"Until Then" is a narrative-driven game that follows the story of a young woman named Ada. Players will explore Ada's memories and experiences as she reflects on her life and the choices she has made. The game features a unique art style and immersive soundtrack, creating a compelling and emotional atmosphere. Through Ada's journey, players will confront themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.

"Night in the Woods" is a narrative-driven adventure game where college dropout Mae Borowski returns to her crumbling hometown, Possum Springs, to reconnect with old friends. However, the town and its residents have changed, and strange occurrences hint at something sinister lurking in the woods. The game features point-and-click exploration, dialogue choices, and mini-games, with a focus on story and character development.

"The First Tree" is a third-person exploration game that follows a fox's journey through a mysterious forest as it searches for its lost family. Intertwined with the fox's story is that of a son trying to reconnect with his estranged father. The game features emotional storytelling and a stunning art style, using its gameplay to explore themes of love, loss, and reconciliation.

"Tell Me Why" is an episodic narrative adventure game that follows twins Alyson and Tyler Ronan as they return to their rural Alaska home to confront their past and unlock family secrets. The game explores themes of memory, trauma, and identity, and features smooth dialogue and stunning visuals. Players will make choices that impact the twins' relationship and the game's outcome.

In "If Found...", you erase journal entries to uncover the story of Kasio, a young person returning to their Irish hometown and grappling with personal struggles and relationships. The game's innovative format combines hand-drawn art, interactive elements, and atmospheric sound to create a unique and immersive narrative experience. Delve into Kasio's past and present as you navigate their journey towards self-discovery and acceptance.

"Please Be Happy" is a visual novel game that follows the story of Aoi, a shut-in NEET who accidentally summons a mythical creature named Elan. Together, they navigate Aoi's messy life while also uncovering Elan's mysterious past. The game features a heartwarming story with choices that affect the relationship between Aoi and Elan, leading to multiple endings.

DISTRAINT 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.

"Lost Words: Beyond the Page" is an emotional narrative adventure game that takes place in a young girl's diary. Players navigate 2D worlds by walking on words and solving puzzles, while experiencing a fully-voiced story crafted by renowned games writer Rhianna Pratchett. The game features a unique blend of gameplay mechanics and a striking watercolor aesthetic, resulting in a memorable journey of self-discovery and personal growth.