Games like OUT OF THE BOX

"Paper Cages" is a horror game that explores the theme of mental health, with themes of depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The game tasks you with daily activities, personifying the idea of an "Archenemy" as internal struggles. With a focus on Personal themes, players must navigate these challenges with only a mouse and keyboard. For those interested in serious topic games, check out "Death and Taxes" by the same developers.

In "Paper Cages" , play as the Grim Reaper in an office job, deciding who lives or dies and affecting the world with your choices. Experience a narrative-based indie game similar to "Papers, Please" and "Beholder," with humor and existential dread as you climb the reaper career ladder. Personalize your office space, interact with coworkers, and try not to let the gravity of your responsibilities get to you. No information available about the release date or developer.

In "Not Tonight," players navigate a dystopian, post-Brexit Britain as a bouncer, making tough decisions and managing their reputation to stay employed in a society that scapegoats and deports immigrants. Players must balance political correctness with the demands of clients and authorities while dealing with the consequences of their actions. The game features a blend of survival management and choice-driven narrative, offering a unique and thought-provoking experience.

In Stories: The Path of Destinies, play as Reynardo, ex-pirate and accidental hero, as you defend your world against a mad Emperor and his ravens. Each choice you make leads to a unique narrative, with diverse and action-packed scenes ranging from light-hearted to dark and Lovecraftian. With multiple endings, you'll need to learn from past mistakes to find the one true path. The game is now powered by Unreal Engine 4.1.

In Beat Cop, you play as a New York City police officer in the 1980s, demoted to foot patrol after being falsely accused of theft. Your mission is to solve crimes, issue tickets, and manage relationships with the local gangs and community members, all while dealing with the challenges of life in a gritty, procedurally generated city. With multiple endings and a focus on choice and consequence, Beat Cop offers a unique and engaging take on the law enforcement genre.

In Soul Gambler, a modern adaptation of Goethe’s Faust, you play as Faust, selling your soul in installments for wish fulfillment. Your choices determine the story’s outcome through this interactive graphic novel, featuring comic book-style illustrations and environments. Will you maintain your soul or succumb to temptation?

"Monster Loves You!" is a unique life-simulation game where you play as a monster, making choices that affect the world of monsters and humans. From a monsterling to an elder, your decisions shape your personality and impact the relationship between monsters and humans. Navigate through various scenarios, showing ferocity, kindness, or honesty, and experience the consequences of your actions. This game offers a fresh perspective on narrative-driven games, putting you in the role of a monster with a rich story to tell.

In "Yes, Your Grace," you are the king of a medieval kingdom, making decisions on how to allocate your resources to help petitioners in the throne room. Manage your family's affairs, hire generals, witches, and hunters to aid you, and navigate the politics of the realm. The game features a fictional world inspired by Slavic folklore, with a focus on storytelling and character development.

"Always Sometimes Monsters" is a narrative-driven RPG where your choices significantly impact the story. As a down-and-out writer, you must make difficult decisions to reconcile with a former love, all while dealing with life's harsh realities. The game features a unique perspective system, where your character's gender and race are determined by the player you choose at the start.

Not Tonight 2 is a narrative-driven, management simulation game set in a dystopian, alternate 1970s England. As an immigration officer, players must balance paperwork, personal relationships, and moral dilemmas while enforcing the government's controversial policies. With multiple endings, players' decisions significantly impact the game's outcome. This sequel builds upon the original by introducing a larger world, more nuanced characters, and a more personal story.