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You open your eyes and find yourself aboard a fishing ship, floating aimlessly in the ocean. You have no recollection of how you got here. Or of who you are. You hear a strange sound coming from the bridge. And you start exploring … This is Journey Beyond the Edge of the World. An atmospheric first-person adventure game set on a ship lost at sea. Uncover a mysterious retro-scifi story set in 1953… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Journey Beyond the Edge of the World.

The Depths Of My Guilt You play as a scientist tasked with going into the deepest part of the ocean to conduct a survey on the ecosystem down there, but you are not alone. During your research a storm emerges on the surface, you must complete you survey before your ship leaves you or else... Game play:  The game is inspired by iron lung with hints of FNAF Navigate the depths of the ocean a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guilt Lurks Below.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Step aboard the MS Estonia which tragically sank on the 28th of September 1994 in the Baltic Sea. The Experience Embark on the final voyage of the ill-fated MS Estonia and experience the final moments of the ships tragic demise. As a passenger, you get to explore the ship in an immersive simulation that accurately depicts the ships final moments. Facing an intense storm and critical system fa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall Of The MS Estonia.

About the game: You are the captain of a small ship that has been caught in a storm while crossing the open ocean. The winds and waves have been so fierce that you have been blown off course and have lost all sense of direction. As the storm subsides, you find yourself adrift in the middle of the ocean with no land in sight. The only thing that gives you hope is the faint glow of a lighthouse in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Light(house).

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

THIS GAME CONTAINS MULTIPLE INSTANCES OF FLASHING IMAGES. 1597. North East Scotland. Accused of witchcraft and sentenced to death, with the help of a mysterious entity you escape a brutal fate by setting sail across a harazardous ocean passage towards a reported safe haven. From Arboreta Games (solo developer of The Black Iris and It Sleeps Blelow the Haar) Unto the Aurora is a short histori… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unto the Aurora.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

81% User Score Based on 285 reviews

Sunken Engine is a Lovecraftian Ship Repair Simulator. Restore the old shipyard you inherited from your father. Every arriving ship carries a dark mystery waiting to be uncovered. While keeping your customers happy, you must also deal with the strange and eerie events happening on the island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunken Engine.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

100% User Score Based on 50 reviews

In the short story "Deep Beyond," dive into a world of mystery and adventure alongside Lilly as she embarks on her quest. Explore ancient wrecks, solve intricate puzzles, and uncover the secrets of her past as you journey through the depths of the ocean. FEATURES: - Dive deep into an underwater adventure. - Immerse yourself in fully-voiced characters. - Solve challenging puzzles to uncover t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Beyond.

Lots - Light on the Sea is a narrative story driven game where you live and work on a small island with a lighthouse. Take care of the facility, check the weather, scout ships, file reports, order needed goods or unravel the story behind the lighthouse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LotS: Light on the Sea.

A nautical adventure featuring beautiful pirates, adorable talking cats and nail-biting sea battles, Cats Away brings real-time strategy to the high seas! Give orders to your ever-expanding cat crew and save the world from the reawakening of an ancient evil! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats Away.

Sea Side SearchStudent-produced at Azusa Pacific University by Jordan Galicia.Contact: [email protected] Side Search is a 3D adventure and platformer game inspired by aesthetics such as vaporwave. In Sea Side Search, you play as an alien who has run out of power for their ship. Luckily for them, they land on a safe island that the alien knows houses five batteries that can be used t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sea Side Search.

Resonance is a first-person stealth game set on a grim freighter ship. Avoid sound-oriented creatures by making as little sound as possible and skillfully maneuvering around the ship to avoid confrontation. Use sounds in your environment to distract enemies, and hold your breath to get away unscathed.  Discover the secrets of Resonance Labs, and uncover the dark experiments core to their operatio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Resonance.

Sea Side SearchStudent-produced at Azusa Pacific University by Jordan Galicia.Contact: [email protected] Side Search is a 3D adventure and platformer game inspired by aesthetics such as vaporwave. In Sea Side Search, you play as an alien who has run out of power for their ship. Luckily for them, they land on a safe island that the alien knows houses five batteries that can be used t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sea Side Search.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

92% User Score Based on 80 reviews

Crabmeat is a short first-person point & click survival horror game where you are tasked with crabbing for the priceless southern King Crab. As an indebted prisoner of the Feudostate, you must collect your quota within 7 days or risk permanent expatriation from the state for you and your family. Navigate the harsh waters of the Antarctic and defend your ship from the threats that dwell under … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crabmeat.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

98% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Descending to the ocean floor, Riley, a salvage engineer, is hoping to score a massive payday. Her team has discovered a forgotten distress signal coming from an abandoned navy research station at the bottom of the Antarctic ocean. If she can manage to get inside and release the reactor core's emergency ejection system, they'll be set for life! In CRUSH DEPTH, you will experience atmospheric, r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CRUSH DEPTH.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

78% User Score Based on 68 reviews

ABOUT THIS GAME Adrift in the ruins of a collapsed empire, you and your ship are a tenuous lifeline to the scattered peoples that make the few remaining green islands their home. Brave hostile seas and dying lands to transport goods that can be the difference between starving and survival for those that watch the rising sun for your sails on the horizon. Following Seas is a game about ships… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Following Seas.

DarkShine is an open world game in classic graphic style where you will meet a former soldier who left the war to save his life and settled in a small but progressive village “Gudwine” that lived a peaceful life, until one day an evil in white armor destroyed their peaceful life. In this game you have the opportunity to develop by running errands for people, earn money for decent equipment, improv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DarkShine.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

80% User Score Based on 61 reviews

Your father needs a beer, and it's your job to get it.  You’re just a kid, but you have work to do. Search across your house, neighborhood, and mind to find what your father needs, and bring it back to him. Be quick though, it isn't safe for children to be alone. Watch out for yourself. No one else will do it for you. Beer Machine tells the story of a child and his abusive father. Jump … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beer Machine.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 367 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Lovecraft meets Papers, Please. Play as a lighthouse keeper and guide ships safely into the harbor using your radio. Survive the presence of something impossible, and don’t let the shadows consume you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Static Dread: The Lighthouse.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

You are the Nautikins, the dominant species on this ocean planet! Build boats, planes, and helicopters to explore a vast sea filled with islands and mysteries. Play in a sandbox with unlimited parts or a campaign where you strive to reach your goals. Embark with online multiplayer or singleplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nautikin Adventures.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

A game of dreams about games.Embark on Overlook Trail, a mixtape of arcade gameplay, 3D platforming, and peculiar puzzles. Navigate through surreal landscapes with ever-changing challenges. Dreamlike flying on a leaf, try to get to your destination without crashing or dropping to the ground. Fly through rings to collect more fuel and collect orbs for a better score. Surreal foodscape raci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overlook Trail.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 46 reviews

SHIATH (Something horrible is about to happen) is a short (less than an hour long) horror game about the end of humankind and self-made doom.  Features Clay pigeon shooting. To survive, you'll need to take as much as you can from the sea below. Remember that not everything that surfaces is what it seems to be. The brink. A surreal vision of a dying world. Enjoy your stay on the last patch … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHIATH.

A major update arrives MAY 16th 2025.  The Wickie 2.0 rebuilds and expands the original game with new puzzles, enemies, and story elements.  You’ll encounter strange machines, haunted corridors, and rewritten sequences—especially in the reimagined opening aboard the ship. This is the definitive version. Built for exploration. Built for mystery. Built for you. Go where you want. Figure it out y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wickie : Journey of a Lighthouse Keeper.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

A distant echo of a forgotten melody. A flickering star in the night sky. The weight of an unanswered question... Immerse yourself in the cosmic symphony of Asterism - a playable indie-rock concept album set in outer space. Follow astronaut Ruby as she embarks on an emotional journey of self-discovery through a stunning, hand-crafted solar system, unlocking a playable music video with each planet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asterism.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story

83% User Score Based on 107 reviews

You know their stories. Now it's time to step aboard! Board iconic ocean liner and warships from history like SS United States, Morro Castle and more as you explore and learn about the secrets that made them into legends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ship Explorer.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

90% User Score Based on 49 reviews

The Oily Depths is a short horror game set in a submarine deep beneath the sea. You must locate and drill for oil or your overlords will stop your supply of oxygen. PILOT YOUR SUB Utilize all your gauges, meters, and monitors as your visibility is limited within the sub. Carefully navigate the sea floor to locate the oil extraction targets. OPERATE DANGEROUS DRILLING MACHINERY Flip levers,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Oily Depths.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

LONG LIVE THE GLORIOUS NATION OF BELEGOVSKAYes Comrade is a 1 - 4 player cooperative survival sandbox where you and your fellow Comrades are re-assigned to a remote sea outpost. Guard the great Belegovskain coastline, process the ships, keep the Supreme Leader happy, and try not to think too hard about what happens on the island… CONSCRIPTED "VOLUNTEERS!" Congratulations, Comrade! Yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yes Comrade.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

69% User Score Based on 51 reviews

3D Escape Room: Detective Story is a puzzle game combining realistic art, 3D models, and intricate puzzles. We hope the meticulously designed rooms and mechanisms provide you with a challenging journey of exploration. Unique Mechanism DesignsFrom spy suitcases to piano-playing automatons and intricate mechanical globes, the game features many unique contraptions blending art and logic, inviting y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3D Escape Room: Detective Story.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

88% User Score Based on 26 reviews

ALSO AVAILABLE ON STEAM WITH ACHIEVEMENTS: PLAY HERE  ALSO ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE 63rd INDIEPOCALYPSE ZINE: HERE!! (BUT MAYBE DOWNLOAD IT HERE TOO IF YOU LIKE IT! HELPS A LOT!) You have arrived at Sarpedon, a surreal island at the edge of the known world. Armed only with a bag, a sword, and your wits, you must continue your task as given: REACH THE ISLAND SLAY THE BEAST RETURN WITH HE… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sarpedon.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

96% User Score Based on 24,134 reviews

Pony Express long-haul space freighter "Tulpar"Crew: FivePlanned Shipment Duration: 382 DaysElapsed Transit Time: 147 DaysI hope this hurts. — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — A narrative driven first-person horror game following the dying crew of a shipwrecked space freighter.Who could have known what good ol’ Captain Curly was capable of? Guess he thought his crew … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mouthwashing.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics

81% User Score Based on 21 reviews

You are on the Steam page of the prologue. Wishlist the full version here: You wake up in a spaceship, you realize that strange things are going on there, you try to get back to civilization. However, this is harder than you think, the encounters will drive you crazy and you will doubt yourself. Continuous storyline Discover the truth about yourself, especially why you play such a big role … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neospace: Prologue.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 57 reviews

A vast empty sky, an old digital camera, and a home in the clouds…Your mom has been gone for a while, and the once teeming environment has grown quiet without her careful maintenance. Equipped with a magic flute and the support of your computer friends, it’s up to you to bring abundance back to an empty sky… all on the back of a giant flying catfish! The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfish.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

88% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Narrative-driven first person horror adventure inspired by Lovecraft's short novel "The Nameless City" (1921). Explore the ruins of a city that some say they are older than humanity itself. While you delve deeper into the ancient buildings, reality and visions blend into an indistinct haze. “There were myriads of good reasons for shunning the nameless city, one for each strange tale passed from g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nameless City.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

67% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Experience this “History” from Earth, 2102 AD! As an already invincible you, you and your best friend will build the legendary Ramen Dino on a deserted island! Gather ingredients and hire employees in wild, unconventional ways. Run your shop quietly and lawfully… or seize resources through intense, unprecedented battles! Amid countless open-world adventures, uncover the truth behind “human extinct… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dino Ramen Express.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Welcome to our Relaxing Simulator, a unique experience designed to calm the senses, relax the mind, and nurture the soul. In a hectic world where stress and hustle are omnipresent, our game offers an oasis of serenity and tranquility. Immerse yourself in an immersive environment filled with natural beauty. Each location has been carefully crafted to create an atmosphere of relaxation and peace. L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Relaxing Simulator.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

88% User Score Based on 100 reviews

This is a atmospheric horror game about a abandoned supermarket but... theres something eerie about this place could be haunted or maybe just squatters find out for yourself by playing this game If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Supermarket.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

91% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Dive into the trash-infested power fantasy of being a parasitic isopod on the seabed and gallop your fish steed in underground street races. Welcome to Abyss City: the last link in a chain of seabed cities stretching from the shores to the unexplored depths of the ocean. Built on the edge of a deep sea trench, Abyss City is a polluted metropolis fueled by the garbage and waste of the world above.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isop0dyssey.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

88% User Score Based on 187 reviews

Thalassa is a single player, first person psychological drama set in 1905. You play as Cam, a deep sea diver in a crew of adventurers and pioneers aboard Thalassa. As you prepare to raise a long-forgotten Spanish galleon from the ocean, what should be a great day for history takes a turn for the worst. Upon needing to take some time to heal from the event, you discover Thalassa has met a mysteri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thalassa: Edge of the Abyss.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

83% User Score Based on 440 reviews

Get the full version on Steam! Join our Discord! Inspired by classic space games, Underspace is an open-world space arcade dogfighting game, where every star system is crafted by hand, and every star system has something to see or do. Jump into the bizarre galaxy of Croft, step into the role you want, and thrive alone or online with friends. But beware! The storms rule the stars. Be a miner picki… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Underspace.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, atmosphere

79% User Score Based on 229 reviews

24 ship variations based on 8 historical models. Command your vessel in real-time sea battles, choose your tactics, and form your own fleet as you explore the Caribbean. After cannon fire comes close combat. Board enemy ships and fight on deck, in the hold, and in the captain’s cabin, while your officers and crew battle at your side. Sail freely across ports, hidden coves, trade routes and d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles.

March 18, 1920. I've finally checked into my cabin. It's cozy and nice enough. It's a little bumpy, but I think it's something I can get used to. Before boarding, I called my mom in Stowe to tell her that I'm out of touch for the next week - we're going out to sea. My mom wished me a good rest, although her voice gave away a slight anxiety. That's okay, I'm sure this trip will be good for me, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Cruise.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

96% User Score Based on 139 reviews

CRAWL INTO YOUR MOUTH. Keep an eye on the time to ensure you make the most of your week in the psychospherical house of MOUTHOLE. Solve puzzles and unravel mysteries to forge convoluted paths of discovery and exploration. Navigate quotidian existence. Crawl into your mouth. Brush your teeth? Find whatever comfort you can in your HOUSE, deciding what you want to spend your limited time on and whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MOUTHOLE.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

50% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Discover. Create. Manage.Discover new planets, gather resources, and explore ancient civilizations! Build outposts to repair your ship, and reaching your homebase remains your top priority! Calling Home offers a fresh take on the Resource Management genre. Begin by gathering resources, building, automating, and optimizing your outpost. Explore planets and adjust to their unique environments to fin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Calling Home.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

86% User Score Based on 74 reviews

2023 Independent Games Festival Nuovo Award Nominated and 2022 AMAZE Berlin Audience Award WinnerThe Much Anticipated SequelOriginally released as an after credits bonus scene in The Titanic, but most people left the theater before getting a chance to see it because The Titanic is already 3 hours long. Now remastered in HD and brought directly to you via Steam.This Tragedy Features First Person … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titanic II: Orchestra for Dying at Sea.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

98% User Score Based on 3,303 reviews

Descend into Grimhook's sunken ruins as Dart, mastering Lovecraftian powers. Bounce, dash, and grapple through flooded caverns, confronting robotic foes in this fast-paced first-person action platformer. Explore, battle, and unravel the mysteries below Miletos. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grimhook.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

86% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Finish Report is a science fiction dread-driven horror game from the one-man indie developer D4. Thank you for your support!FEATURES Horror based around building dread and paranoia Minimalist gameplay Investigate the station with a remote controlled rover through a grainy video camera and a lot sharper still photo camera Use your rover as a communication bridge to be able to connect to the sta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Finish Report.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization

84% User Score Based on 19 reviews

In Liberation, you pilot an elite stealth ship as you take your revenge against the evil Galactic Federation (GalFed). Upgrade your ship with a variety of weapons and systems. Engage in high-stakes dogfights, dock with space stations and planet spaceports, and work with heroes and villains to destroy GalFed. --- Liberation is a lovingly crafted single-player open-universe RPG, inspired by classic … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liberation.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

83% User Score Based on 15,162 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 5 reviews

Buy Pacific Drive on PlayStation Store. Your car is your only companion as you navigate a surreal and anomaly-filled reimagining of the Pacific Northwest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pacific Drive.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay

69% User Score Based on 169 reviews

A sci-fi underwater survival and exploration game If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INFLUXIS.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

79% User Score Based on 1,810 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

"Event[0] is a game about building a personal relationship with a machine. You type messages into a computer, and Kaizen answers. As in any relationship, you experience gratitude, disappointment, and sometimes jealousy. It is by working through fears and anxieties of your virtual companion that you will find your way back to Earth." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Event[0].

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

75% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Project Grove: Prologue is the beginning quest of first-person adventure puzzle game set in a magical wild forest during an industrial Steampunk era.Jump On Your Best Friend's HeadYour robot companion L-P1N, is your travel guide, best friend and placeable platform. Cross crevasses, dodge descending boulders and discover L-P1N's other hidden abilities. Jumping on your best friend's head has never b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Grove: Prologue.