Games like One Thousand Sleepless Tales (on hiatus)

A young man walks out of an elevator and into hell. With puzzles and danger lurking around each corner, can you find your way back to reality or die in agony? ♦ ♦ Note: this demo contains the entirety of chapter 1 of Hell's Gate. As it is a demo the game is subject to change upon full release. See any content warnings at the bottom of the page. This game is intended for an audience of 16 or old… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell's Gate: Chapter 1.

"Crimson Hope"  is a classic survival horror RPG with turn-based combat and an old-school art style (1-bit) set in a dark fantasy world. Take on the role of an Absorber, driven by the desire to protect people. With your very survival on the line, you must absorb power from the shrines, strategically manage your items, and battle your way through hordes of twisted creatures to ultimately face the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crimson Hope.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

Welcome to the Dream World! Follow our protagonist Nicole Armatti as she gets to explore a place completely built off her own subconscious. Meet friends, foes, and explore a plethora of colorful settings as Nicole travels deeper and deeper into her own dreams. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleepy Sheep.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization

95% User Score Based on 1,004 reviews

The Witch’s House, originally released in 2012, falls within the tradition of Japanese horror RPGs with heavy emphasis on puzzle-solving and jump scares. Among other entries in the genre such as Ib and Ao Oni, The Witch’s House surprised fans with pixel-art that conceals truly frightening horror. The Witch’s House is deliberately designed with traps at *almost* every turn--sudden death is unpred… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Witch's House MV.

A story-driven RPG featuring Maribel's emotional journey in the wonderfully perilous Gensokyo; with glimpses of her uncertain reality in the Outside World.  On the other side, who is it? Will you let your fears take over? What a disappointment. This game is a work in progress, your feedback would be highly appreciated!You can tweet to us at our official page: https://twitter.com/53MReverie Or join… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Immunity of Sensibility.

About Our protagonist is living his daily life in a shared house with 3 other housemates. During their gameplay through the game, our players discovered that their day kept getting reset. Help our poor lad to continue progressing through the day, and hope that tomorrow will come. they need to do some random and absurd actions. Is the universe deciding what’s canonical? Does the universe always re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to As Usual....

 About the Game Memoria is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the haunting beauty and brutal combat of Bloodborne. Step into a decaying world of forgotten gods, cursed cities, and eldritch horrors. Explore interconnected regions, uncover deep lore, and engage in precise, punishing combat as you unravel the truth behind the plague that consumes the land. Development Path 1. Concept & Des… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memoria.

Originally, I had titled this game 'Expedition 0' but I have since renamed it - redone the title screen & a few little bits here and there. This a work in development purely made as a passion project / hobby. Any feedback is massively appreciated, I do work full time so this is a slow project~  The game DOES contain adult themes (swearing, sexual references, brief nudity, violence, war themes etc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frozen Elegy (Demo Available Now~!).

Darkness of Hope: The Pocket Watch combines elements of side-scrolling action and Japanese RPG to create a fun and dynamic experience, both in storytelling and gameplay. Gameplay In battle, Eris has 14 techniques (commands) up her sleeve, and those techniques will be arranged randomly according to the battle’s conditions. Eris might act as a striker, defender, or even healer, since each of her te… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkness of Hope - The Pocket Watch.

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT - About - Last Breath is a rogue-like survival horror game set in suburban Australia, where six random individuals have been abducted by an experienced serial killer and held captive in a facility underneath his house. The objective of the game is to escape from the underground facility, through the basement and out of the house. You will have six chances to make one succe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Breath.

(EDIT: The fuller, better version is out now! Get it here: https://strung-up-starlight.itch.io/the-academy-window-of-opportunity) -- Overview -- Suckered into joining a controlling safe-compound based in an old academy, Ivy du Froid lives a mildly frustrating, relatively boring life. And then one day, she discovers a potential way out. Follow Ivy as she solves puzzles, fails at comforting people,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Academy (Jam Version).

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

89% User Score Based on 37 reviews

Sydney's World is a family-friendly JRPG. Game focus is on the intersecting story arcs of a young girl seeking her father and a king in search of redemption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sydney's World.

Varminal is a turn-based RPG with gameplay inspired heavily by the beloved Mario & Luigi series. You play as Tara, a young girl that's a ball of optimism, and Vyn, a moody and crass young boy, who's hiding a dark past. Together, they team up (albeit reluctantly) to become Hunters - adventurers that set out beyond the safety of the city walls to explore the world, protect caravans, and defeat t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Varminal.

What is Awakening about? At its core, Awakening is about discovering the truth about yourself and the world around you. You may choose to play as either Locke, a young boy with no recollection of his past, or as Aara, a young girl indebted to the Emperor.  To unlock the truths surrounding Locke and Aara, you must navigate your way through the Shifting Sands, uncover the treacherous beauty in the D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awakening.

"Listen and you will hear the song of those who came before..."    Hi everyone!! Thanks for checking out my page!  This is the game page for my project: "Ancients Rhapsody." It is early in development and I plan on using entirely different art assets as I go, but I wanted to release an early prototype demo for people to play! Heavily inspired by games like Trials in the Sky and Final Fantasy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancients Rhapsody.

Here’s a look at my ongoing JRPG project, Kalm — a 2.5D adventure built in Unity and inspired by my favourite Final Fantasy titles (VII, VIII, and X). Kalm – A 2.5D Turn-Based RPG Adventure After a mysterious comet crashes into the Kalm Lands, strange energy begins seeping through the earth.  Guided by fate, Zavian sets out to uncover its secrets — joined by Yuna, a close friend and an archer w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kalm – A 2.5D Turn-Based RPG Adventure.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

98% User Score Based on 1,236 reviews

Ithya: Magic Study is a cozy background app combined with productivity tools. Customize your room and relax with lofi or fantasy playlists in beautiful, hand-drawn environments. Perfect for a focused or creative session in a magical world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ithya: Magic Studies.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

93% User Score Based on 1,561 reviews

Gourdlets is a city-building sandbox. Place buildings and scenery, and then watch visiting gourdlets arrive and interact with the world. No objectives, no points, just building. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gourdlets.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

98% User Score Based on 4,142 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

Mad Father is a horror-puzzle game that follows the experiences of a young German girl by the name of Aya Drevis. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mad Father.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

94% User Score Based on 1,146 reviews

David Hoover decides to move into a new apartment during a rough time in his life. After some odd occurrences, he decides to ask about the room's former owner, but learns little. So he sets off in search of him, strangely compelled to know more about this man... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Crooked Man.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

100% User Score Based on 48 reviews

A game where nothing is happening metaphorically. Let's say... you find yourself in a strange world where the trees and buildings all float 5 meters above ground level? That's no dream sequence, it's not metaphorical either, it's happening. Reality seems to be broken and you are going to have to face that. Game length: 70 - 100 minutes, depending on how much you explore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ara and the Empty Universe.

What is the game about? In a fantasy world where adventure calls but survival isn’t guaranteed, Law of the One puts you in the worn out boots of Ayo. A broke mage with nothing but a few spells and the will to carve out a future. This is an RPG or JRPG for everyone, especially if you like memes, anime, funny moments, turn based combat, choices that matter, and a nice fantasy setting. With no di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demo - Law of the One.

What is the game about? In a fantasy world where adventure calls but survival isn’t guaranteed, Law of the One puts you in the worn out boots of Ayo. A broke mage with nothing but a few spells and the will to carve out a future. This is an RPG or JRPG for everyone, especially if you like memes, anime, funny moments, turn based combat, choices that matter, and a nice fantasy setting. With no … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Law of the One.

Ragequit – Our First Game Dev Adventure Ragequit is our very first video game — born out of a class project and built with passion, late nights, and just a little bit of chaos. In this challenging 2D platformer, you'll face deadly traps, precise jumps, and levels designed to test your skill and patience. Ragequit takes inspiration from brutal classics like Give Up, with a modern, fast-paced f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RageQuit.

ABOUT Odysseon is a JRPG style game with an emphasis on characters and story telling.  Explore a dreary world populated by strange people and bizarre creatures, pieced together alongside a soundtrack of long forgotten vintage production music. Odysseon is a work in progress game, and I dabble in a lot of other projects in my spare time so please be patient. You can follow me on twitter for live up… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odysseon.

You are James Winter, a stranger looking for his old girlfriend Velouria. As you journey through the memories of others you will get to know a daughter and father trapped in a cycle of violence, and perhaps help them resolve some of their feelings towards one another.  However... the actions and personality of Mr. Winter are not set in stone, and there is another way forward, one steeped in more m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreams of Joy Departed.

**UPDATE 6/7/24: I want to thank everyone so much who has played and left feedback on my game. I was not expecting on getting much attention on this project, so I have been both overwhelmed and completely uplifted by seeing so many people play and enjoy my game. The general consensus seems to be that the game is too hard, so I have balanced the game considerably so that the first half will hopeful… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Witch's Last Spell.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

77% User Score Based on 132 reviews

What would you do for the person you love? Are you sure you're actually in love with them? They say love is all about sacrifice. What are you willing to lose for the one you supposedly love? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Take the Dream IX.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

In this horror-adventure game, you play as a child lost in a parallel dimension where cannibalism is a normal facet of every day life and outsiders are on the menu. You must flee, hide, and misdirect various threats as you find your way to a portal that will deliver you back home. Terms of Use By downloading the game [Fleshport®] you are agreeing to these Terms of Use: You may not sell or re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fleshport.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

84% User Score Based on 101 reviews

Play as Persephone finding her way through a dangerous Underworld as she sneaks past Lost Souls and the prying eyes of her mother. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kore.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

87% User Score Based on 154 reviews

Impasto is a first-person horror adventure game inspired by the works and legacy of Francisco Goya, the revered yet tortured Spanish painter. Set within a world irreversibly altered by his fraying sanity, the player must use both stealth and wits to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Impasto.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

78% User Score Based on 79 reviews

Forgotten Fields is a game about a struggling author who travels back to his childhood home one last time before it's sold off. Visit old friends, relive memories and experience bursts of inspiration in this nostalgic game about the passage of time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotten Fields.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

97% User Score Based on 1,089 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 5 reviews

Withering Rooms is a 2.5D horror adventure set in a procedurally generated Victorian mansion that changes each night. Sneak through Mostyn House to gather weapons, distractions, magical artifacts, keys, and crafting materials. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Withering Rooms.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 706 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 5 reviews

A slice-of-life RPG set in east Asia, Spirittea is a story about a city author heading out to a mountain town to pick up inspiration for their book. In doing so, they find a magical teapot that allows them to see into the spirit world. Strange occurrences plague the town, and it's up to the player to find and appease the spirits by rebuilding their bathhouse and managing it to a high standard in o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spirittea.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere

81% User Score Based on 58 reviews

Content Savior of the Abyss is an RPG Maker-style horror adventure game about solving riddles using clues from exploring the surroundings. (It follows the same aspect as Ib, Mad Father, and The Witch's House.) The goal of the game is to guide the main character, Stella, to the surface of an underground facility. In order not to face sudden death, you must always pay attention and be suspicious of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Savior of the Abyss.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

83% User Score Based on 108 reviews

Mirlo's home has been destroyed, all the forest Beasts are being kidnapped and exploited for their energy. Join her to save her home and her forest friends in a hack & slash adventure. Use Mirlo's attack to push and defeat enemies, jump to avoid hazards, and save all the Beasts. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mirlo Above the Sun.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability

95% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Get ready for adventure not like any other! This story is about Ash. An ordinary girl who takes an unexpected journey through the mysterious spirit world filled with strange creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashina: The Red Witch.

What is Project TUSSLE? Project TUSSLE is an in-development open-source fighting engine meant to emulate platform fighting games, such as Super Smash Bros. The game itself is a series of frameworks and editors to allow users to create their own stages, fighters, and modes. TUSSLE is meant to be accessible to non-programmers to quickly make their favorite characters, while still allowing experienc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project TUSSLE: Overdrive.

NOTE: Click on the game if "Enter" is not starting the game.  Full screen recommended!  If you let all the enemies build up your PC will have a fun time handling it but overall was super happy with the results.  Cheers! The Xanderwood Strain This was created as for Xanderjam 3!  Please give it a play and leave a comment / review.  I had a lot of fun making it :) https://itch.io/jam/xanderjam-3-sp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Xanderwood Strain.

## In Closed Alpha Version ## Where we are and who we are is a mystery in the narrative, but the biggest one is whether we will overcome the challenges to discover everything there is. Set in an ancient world where neither the place nor the time is known very well, there is a lot to explore and discover. We will have many challenges to achieve. Will we find everything we need? Come find out wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales Of Saturn.

JOIN my DISCORD to follow the Development: NOTE: This game deals with HEAVY THEMES such as Severe Mental Illness, Suicide, Domestic Abuse, Torture, Sexual and Physical Abuse, and Neglect. THE PROLOGUE No Body is a story driven, action-turn-based RPG hybrid set in the present day. This is your First Look into what I've been creating for the last 2 years! GAMEPLAY: Clownface is your average 17… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Body: Otherworldly RPG Prologue.

GALACTIC FOODTRUCK SIMULATOR 2999 The year is 2999. The galaxy hungers. You heard their cries and you bought the foodtruck. Now you have 40 weeks to establish a thriving mobile restaurant business and begin paying back your creditors, or have your mind erased by the dreaded Repos. Along the way you will meet the many and varied citizens of year 2999, including terrorist frogs, time travelers, fa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Foodtruck Simulator 2999 (GFS2999).

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

89% User Score Based on 183 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Project Songbird is a cinematic first-person narrative horror game set in the Appalachian forest. Take on the role of Dakota, a musician who must record their new album in a remote log cabin amidst a writer's block. Take caution, however. These woods were never empty... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Songbird.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

89% User Score Based on 292 reviews

Thank You for Your Application is a work simulation game themed around job interviews. Players take on the role of an interviewer at the largest company in Aeropolis City, reviewing applicants’ resumes and documents according to strict and constantly changing hiring requirements, before making decisions that may alter the course of other people’s lives. Throughout the game, players will encounter… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thank You For Your Application.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

83% User Score Based on 482 reviews

Brilliant, burnt-out, possibly cursed – you play as operant Hershel Wilk, alias CASCADE. Five years ago you led your team into the abyss and have been haunted by your failures ever since. Now you've been recalled for a mysterious assignment that may give you a chance to prove yourself again. Fulfil the demands of your assignment by hunting down secrets hidden within the architecture of both the ci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

98% User Score Based on 327 reviews

In Quest Master, your wildest dungeon designs come alive and beckon adventurers from around the globe to test their mettle. It's a world where your imagination reigns supreme, and every challenge you craft is a siren call to glory-seekers eager for the thrill of your creation! MAKE YOUR OWN DUNGEONS An endless canvas. Add additional floors to your dungeon and make them as big as you can imag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quest Master.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

80% User Score Based on 220 reviews

Book Bound is a cozy bookshop simulation game. Use a range of items to decorate your shop and make it truly yours. Pick the books you would like to sell. Help customers find books they want most. Sell books in different genres. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Book Bound.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

92% User Score Based on 185 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

In BrokenLore: DON'T WATCH, immerse yourself in the haunting world of Shinji, a young hikikomori trapped in his Tokyo apartment. As his mind unravels, confront a malevolent entity watching from the shadows. Will you uncover the truth before it's too late? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BrokenLore: DON'T WATCH.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

86% User Score Based on 572 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

Create & Play the dungeons of your dreams Create and share your very own dungeons, then play a nearly infinite number of highly creative, trap-ridden dungeons made by other creators from all over the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Dungeon Maker.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

97% User Score Based on 58 reviews

Third Eye Open is a coming of age story about a young girl with the ability to see spirits. Will this burgeoning power be a blessing or a curse? Will you be able to save your family and unravel the mystery at the heart of the adventure?Her PowerYou are Ting, a young girl who is able to see the spirits around her. You form a remarkable friendship with a young ghost, Xiu, who is seeking peace. Toget… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open.