Games like Polar Pathways

"The Spirit and the Mouse" is a narrative-driven adventure game where you play as a tiny mouse exploring the French village of Sainte-et-Claire. Solve character-driven puzzles, help troubled villagers, and placate mischievous Kibblins through mini-games. With a relaxing piano soundtrack, this game encourages exploration and collection while aiding those in need. Find the 120+ hidden lightbulbs and unlock new abilities in this charming and melancholic world.

"Time on Frog Island" is a sandbox-style adventure game where you, a shipwrecked sailor, must trade resources with talking frogs to repair your boat and escape the island. The game features a variety of puzzles, characters, and hidden treasures to discover as you explore the island. You can try out the prologue for free on Steam.

"Toem is a charming single-player kids' platformer game with an interesting plot, unique atmosphere, and wholesome story. Explore a hand-drawn world, take photos to solve puzzles, help quirky characters and enjoy the phenomenal music. Join the community through the game's Discord and follow its development on Twitter."

"Mushi Come Home" is a cozy exploration adventure game where you play as a tiny mushroom named Smushi, trying to return to your home in the forest. Journey through different areas, chat with quirky forest creatures, and take on light platforming and puzzle-solving adventures to find your way back. Discover real-life mushroom knowledge, unlock mushroom cap skins, and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

In Mail Time, become a Mail Scout and deliver letters and packages to various cute critters in the peaceful forest of Grumblewood Grove. Explore a charming, fairy tale-like world filled with 15 heartwarming characters, each with their own unique stories and personalities. Immerse yourself in this relaxing, cottagecore adventure and bring joy to the forest's inhabitants.

Flibbius McDoogle and the Mysterious Flying Machine is a charming puzzle adventure where you help the inventive Flibbius fulfill his dream of flight. Explore, meet quirky characters, craft items, and solve creative puzzles in a relaxed, story-driven journey. With hints available, the game offers a delightful experience lasting 2-3 hours.

In "Creatures of Ava," become a nature explorer and save unique creatures on planet Ava, who are succumbing to an infection. Play as Vic, exploring 4 distinct ecosystems, taming over 20 creatures with a musical flute, and discovering the secrets of Ava and Vic's past. Your mission is to instill peace and save the planet's inhabitants from the withering.

"Omno is a single-player Fantasy Platformer game with marvelous mechanics, stunning graphics, and a stellar soundtrack. Embark on an epic journey through a dense, highly emotional atmosphere, discovering an ancient world filled with puzzles, secrets, and enchanting creatures. Created by animator Jonas Manke as a hobby project over 5 years ago, Omno promises an unforgettable adventure."

FAR: Changing Tides is an atmospheric vehicle adventure driven by an emotional story. When floods ravage your world, captain a ship like no other and search for a new home. Sail stormy waters, dive unknown depths, and explore forgotten ruins on your voyage.

"Assemble With Care" is a narrative-driven game about restoring antiques and healing relationships in a sun-soaked town. Players, as globetrotting restorer Maria, complete meaningful puzzles to restore objects, meeting townsfolk and helping them reconnect through tactile gameplay, vibrant visuals, and powerful writing. The game features nostalgic charm with objects and music inspired by decades past.