Games like Paper Stars

In Celestially Yours you play as Maggie, an elderly woman who recently lost her sister. After a lifetime of finding their own made-up constellations on their travels together, your goal is to repair an old star chart that her and her sister spent so many years creating but that has been worn and damaged over time.  This game is a submission to the 3rd Pursuing Pixels' James Jam Game Gam (2024), a…

"The Eyes of Ara" is a puzzle-based exploration game where players uncover the mysteries of a forgotten castle. Interact with objects, decode intricate puzzles, and search for hidden secrets to restore the castle's lost grandeur. With stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere, this game offers a captivating single-player experience for all puzzlers at heart.

"Moncage is a puzzling adventure inside a mysterious cube, where each of its sides holds a unique world that subtly connects with the others. Solve mind-boggling optical illusion puzzles, and collect photos to unveil the story as you uncover the hidden connections between worlds. Thoughtful hints are available to help you when you get stuck."

"Return of the Obra Dinn" is a first-person puzzle adventure game where you, an insurance inspector, must determine the fate of all passengers and crew on a mysterious ship, the Obra Dinn, using a magical stopwatch that allows you to replay the moments of their deaths. The game features a monochrome art style and a unique bookkeeping interface as you piece together the events that led to the crew's demise. With its immersive atmosphere and challenging puzzles, "Return of the Obra Dinn" offers a unique and engaging gaming experience.

The Longing is an atmospheric adventure blending slow-paced gameplay with idle mechanics, where you guide the Shade, the last servant of a king, as he waits alone in a vast underground kingdom. Time flows in real-time, meaning the game unfolds over 400 days, challenging patience and reflection. It offers a unique, meditative experience about solitude and the passage of time.

"Sunset" is a narrative-driven first-person exploration game set in 1972 San Bavón, a city in turmoil after a military coup. As housekeeper Angela Burns, you explore the swanky pad of your mysterious employer, Gabriel Ortega, unearthing clues to a rebellious plot against the notorious dictator. The game provides a unique perspective on war, offering insight into the lives of NPCs typically relegated to the sidelines in combat-focused games.

"Where They Cremate the Roadkill" is a surreal, immersive game with a cast of 700 unique characters and 700 hand-drawn landscapes. Players navigate through four distinct, visually striking chapters, each following an "incarnation of an outsider" confronting their own personal and existential struggles. The game features a rich musical score and a fully animated, interactive world where everything from vendors to worms can be targeted for battle.

"Essays on Empathy" is a narrative-driven game that explores the theme of empathy through a series of interactive vignettes. Players will confront ethical dilemmas and make choices that challenge their perspectives on complex social issues. The game encourages self-reflection and introspection, making it a thought-provoking and immersive experience. However, please note that the game contains mature themes and may not be suitable for all players.

In Else Heart.Break, play as Sebastian, a young adult seeking his identity and love in the city of Dorisburg, while navigating a dynamic world through programming and interaction with characters. Experience a rich, detailed story in a living, breathing city, filled with secrets and intrigue. Solve problems your way as you form friendships and uncover the city's dark secrets.

In "Unreal Life" , a young woman with amnesia seeks her lost memories, aided by a talking traffic light and the ability to read objects' memories. This atmospheric puzzle adventure game invites players to compare the past and present, solving mysteries and uncovering secrets on a journey through memory lane. Follow the girl and her unlikely companion to discover what awaits at the end of this emotional quest.