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The year is 1910 and you have arrived in the Town of Almanac with a key, a letter, and a missing friend. You were a detective once. Now you are running someone else's agency, taking on cases to pay the rent, and trying to figure out what happened to the person who sent for you. Your colleague had stumbled onto something, and someone in this town made sure no one else would learn what that was. K… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Almanac: Detective Agency.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

91% User Score Based on 55 reviews

Welcome to "Pleague: London 1665, " an RPG pixel art game set during one of history's most devastating pandemics. The streets and alleys are swamped with the sick and dead, and only a few people are willing to risk their lives to remove the bodies. As a body collector and graveyard keeper, it is your job to keep the city of London clear of corpses and give the deceased a proper burial. But this is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plague: London 1665.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

0% User Score Based on 3 reviews

**Early Access** **[ENDLESS DAYS Z] - Ongoing Development and Future Updates** **Main Description:** "Hello, Endlessdaysz players! We would like to share an important update on the development status of our game. While Endless DaysZ has officially launched, I am committed to continually improving the game with new features, gameplay tweaks, performance improvements, and bug fixes, all bas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ENDLESS DAYS Z.

Volunteer Beta TestersHey everyone! I’m currently looking for a small number of volunteer early build testers. Feedback at this stage will directly influence the final release! The game is a slow-burn psychological horror experience with a grounded approach to violence and gore, restrained in some moments, overwhelming in others. It isn’t designed to be comfortable, and it may be too much f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUBDERMAL: This isn’t you.

A role-playing game in which journalist Alex tries to get to the truth in a world full of misinformation.; Pillars of Design: Critical thinking, search for truth, investigation.  Genre/Story/Mechanics: In this game, the player takes on the role of journalist Alex, who finds himself in a world full of misinformation. Through research and dialog, the player uncovers the truth behind various e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Search for TRUTH.

Game OverviewWillow is a young woman who has been struggling to deal with a stalker who has been following her and causing her great fear and anxiety. One day, after a particularly harrowing encounter with the stalker, Willow begins to experience strange hallucinations. These hallucinations take the form of strange, distorted images and sounds that seem to come from nowhere, and they seem to be co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Virago: Trepidation.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

92% User Score Based on 49 reviews

The Brewline is an open world bootlegging simulation. Players build their own alcohol empire through production, trade, and NPC interactions while competing against rival gangs. Manage your resources and navigate a dangerous landscape to expand your illegal operations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Brewline.

Ronza is a tense survival game where you sit at a PC, uncover dark secrets, play games and listen for dangers creeping near. Strange characters stalk you, each with their own way to counter. Stay alert, react fast, and survive the night while the computer pulls you deeper. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ronza.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization

73% User Score Based on 172 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

A detective mystery set in the political powder-keg of Barcelona in 1977. You play Jorge, a retired policeman who uses a wheelchair, struggling with a difficult past. Alone on your balcony, you watch the world pass by through binoculars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Flower Collectors.

AMANZIThis is an early-access version, so expect some bugs and things that our developers are still working on. Participate with your feedback and suggestions!'Water is always in  balance. Balance is life.  When things go out of balance - tragedy follows.' The city of Amanzi has water in abundance.  But the districts of Amafu and Uthuli could not be more different. While the people in Amafu have … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AMANZI.

Warning: The game contains screamers and loud sounds. About the Game In a world shrouded in darkness, Luna ventures into a mysterious labyrinth after receiving a letter revealing a dark secret linked to her family's disappearance. With only her light to guide her, Luna must navigate shadowy corridors, uncovering long-forgotten secrets and confronting lurking enemies. Each flash of illumination r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Lurkers.

About Game Ko, Ke, and Shi have united, combining three primary martial arts disciplines: attack, defense, and long-range attack to confront the terrifying monsters in the form of living fast food. However, at any given moment, only one of them can be active. What to expect from the demo In the demo version, you will be able to play a short episode that will allow you to form an overall opini… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KoKeShi: The Secret of Cicada's Nest.

[Made for the 2024 Green Bay Global Game Jam] [The Stanley Parable meets Goat Simulator with a Gun!!!] NOTICE:  This game is best with audio!! Welcome to the examination test subject number 44, today you're joining the research and development department of a strange new technology that will solve all your problems. Jump, shoot, and blast your way through this strange testing ground and prove your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Testing Patience.

A downloable metroidvania for Windows. Enkhirydion is an exploration-based Metroidvania, action side-scrolling platformer.                                 NEW VER 1.0.2                                                    SEE DETAILS! Immerse yourself in the harrowing world of  Pedro de Triana,  a pixel art metroidvania that takes you on an epic journey through a plague-ridden European landscap… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enkhirydion.

From the hidden pages of Jurnal Risa comes a visual novel where the boundary between the living and the unseen begins to blur. Step into Jurnal Risa's world where each shadow holds a story, and every whisper leads you deeper into the unknown. Witness the resurrection of the foretold nemesis of the Jurnal Risa crew, which was never revealed before. Unveil its dark destiny within this horror-advent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jurnal Risa: Dark Destiny.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, atmosphere

94% User Score Based on 178 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

The quiet hamlet of Merrylin Crater Camp is shaken by a murder! Uncover the truth in this non-linear „whodunnit“ detective game. As the Mindcop you have 5 days to catch the true killer among Merrilyn Crater Camp’s inhabitants. Key features WHODUNNIT DETECTIVE GAME Use your Mindcop capabilities to uncover secrets and unravel people’s lies to find the true suspect of this town’s murder. MINDSUR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mindcop.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music

85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Explore, fight and survive on the rooftops of Noland Ridge, a city turned into a science experiment. In this Open World, Stealth-Adventure game with a Retro look, you are free to explore the map however and whenever you want! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CROW.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

71% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Pestilence is a first-person stealth game in which you play as the Lord of the Pestilence, a betrayed God who seeks revenge against his brothers. To accomplish this, you will need to kill your brothers' Judges, the ruling caste of the city of Trumana. You will traverse the town's shadows as a malevolent force, using your uncanny ability to possess and sow chaos between its people. FEATURESFind y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pestilence.

After working all your life you have finally managed to build a device that allows you to travel between parallel worlds. will you be able to return home? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Voyager.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

64% User Score Based on 256 reviews

Noir Syndrome is a procedurally generated Detective Murder-Mystery with a new story every time! Featuring slick pixel art animations and a jazzy soundtrack, the player is thrown right in to a highly stylized vision of film noir. Visit locations, interrogate suspects, search for clues, and eventually solve the case before the killer escapes - or you wind up dead yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noir Syndrome.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

63% User Score Based on 168 reviews

A moody tale that combines the intrigue and atmosphere of a Raymond Chandler novel or Humphrey Bogart film with classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, Face Noir follows private eye Jack Del Nero as he’s falsely accused of murdering the man who left a little girl in his protection. As Jack tries to figure out the identity of the girl and clear his name, the disillusioned detective finds himse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Face Noir.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

90% User Score Based on 50 reviews

You are a journalist in search of your breakthrough story. A promising lead takes you to the abandoned island of Mythargia where you have to discover its buried history connecting two different dimensions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mythargia.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 1 reviews

Jacob has disappeared. Explore his cute voxel room to find out what happened. Each of its objects has a story to tell. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oniria Crimes.

A city that records everything can still erase a person Dependent State: The Last Witness is a single-player narrative action-adventure set in a near-future digital city-state, combining story-driven investigation, environmental exploration, dialogue choices, parkour, and close-quarters combat. You play as 24-year-old Chen Yufei, a “sleeper” temporarily activated by Konggang's covert security app… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dependent State: The Last Witness.

Imperium is a 2D Lo-fi, Sci-fi Puzzle Adventure game set in a dystopian future where you take on the role of BS-23, a former scientist of the condemned scientific organisation known as The Betterment. Imprisoned due to their involvement with the original Betterment, BS-23 is sent out onto dangerous missions alone and unarmed with the objective to obtain vital data at the behest of the Galactic Cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium.

Epic Story After a thousand years of the divine rule of the great Lord of Holy Light, the gods suddenly abandoned the Land of Grace. A thousand years ago, the DEADLIGHT, which had been suppressed by the Lord of Holy Light, returned to the land once again. It was a cold yet dazzling light that covered the sky, like a frigid sun, suppressing the vitality of the earth. The temperature dropped, the f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEAD DAYLIGHT.

Boss Of The Mafia is a side-scrolling game in which you play as the boss of the mafia! In this incredibly difficult platformer you have to get through all the obstacles and dangerous traps in order to complete this game to the end. Cool relaxing jazz music will help you with this! Probably every person at least once in his life dreamed of becoming a crime boss. Become the boss of the mafia in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boss Of The Mafia.

"Danko and the Mystery of the Jungle" - a game whose action takes place in abandoned catacombs, where once an alien civilization mined crystals. You play as Danko, the famous treasure seeker. With the help of an anti-gravity and magnetron, Danko will find all the treasures and save his friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Danko and the mystery of the jungle.

The Fall of Zorata is a free, single-player, first-person 3D narrative puzzle game. One complete playthrough takes about 20–30 minutes. The story is linear with a single ending. There is no combat and no multiplayer. Story & Your GoalIn the 18th-century fictional desert town of Zorata, locals built an underground palace to house a golden relic called the Golden Sea Hoard. You have been thro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fall of Zorata.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Punisher of Sins aka POS Story: The subject of our game is about the police detective Gabriel, whom you control in the near future, racing against time to find a child who was kidnapped from one end of the world to the other. Gameplay and Key Features: Detective themed Photorealistic atmosphere Adventure game Standard third-person mechanics Story consists of 16 levels Open world gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Punisher of Sins.

Nirvana Noir, the sequel to 2021's "Genesis Noir," is a cosmic adventure beyond time and space. Become your own existential threat and put out the fires of eternity. Dual noir adventures beyond time and space; one where the Big Bang was never fired, the other an explosion of color and sin. Your new lover is tangled in rumors of a Bigger Bang. Can you unravel its mystery and stop the threat to the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nirvana Noir.

Welcome to the future, agent! The year is 2052. The world is on the brink of collapse as a pandemic virus spreads uncontrollably across the population. To make matters worse, hackers from all over the globe are exploiting advanced technology to commit crimes of every kind. And the cherry on top? Terrorist factions and triads have embedded themselves in society, posing as legitimate organiz… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2052.

ABOUTA city swallowed by fear… people are dying in unimaginable ways as their heads suddenly explode without warning. Behind these horrifying deaths stands a mysterious and malevolent entity known only as the Purple Rabbit. You are the one who dares to hunt it down. Follow the trail of destruction through abandoned buildings, dark alleyways, hospitals, and hidden facilities while uncovering the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Masked Vengeance: Chapter 1.

*web version plays best on Firefox* This game was made for IndieCade's Jamming the Curve.  Controls  Arrow keys or WASD keys to move, shift to runE to interact when nearby an interactable objectMouse click and spacebar for dialogue actions Synopsis You live on an alien planet, in a town that is essentially a series of bubbles. The one scientist/doctor on the planet needs your help to get this new … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outbreak in Space.

The Castle of Xanxillia is an immersive exploration-focused side-scroller action RPG that brings together all the beloved features of the Metroidvania genre in one content-packed experience. You play as Leonel, a determined man on a quest to find his brother, Lenoel, within the mysterious and treacherous Castle of Xanxillia. The castle, ruled by a sinister Dark Lord with the help of a corrupt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Castle Of Xanxillia.

Experience the world's first fusion of FMV genre and 2D platforming in this revolutionary sci-fi adventure. Explore Cappadocia's mystic realm where fortune-telling meets quantum physics. Join Nazar, unlock psychic powers, and race to prevent a dark future in this genre-defying journey! Step into a world where ancient mysticism meets cutting-edge science in this groundbreaking FMV adventure from i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nazar.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

An unexpected outbreak of a mysterious virus that turns people into crazed zombies has forced James and his wife Alice to leave town. Along the way, they had an accident, and James woke up and realized that his wife had disappeared and now he would have to find her before it was too late... You will have to survive in a zombie apocalypse with moving around the grid using improvised means, environ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phenom.

Embark on an epic adventure and prepare to face the Legends of Mythology! Dive into a fantasy world drawing from the well of history, global mythology, legends and folklore.  Prepare yourself for a genre-bending action-adventure experience. This game breaks genre boundaries, infusing mechanics from metroidvanias, action-RPGs, and rogue-likes, all with an emphasis on methodical combat.  Battle myth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Mythology.

GAME IN DEVELOPMENT THE SONG OF THE NIGHTRIDER is a single player MUSIC ADVENTURE GAME in development. It features three completely new ways of dynamic interaction through sound. SHADOWCATCHING is the first of these main acoustic features to be presented to the public. DEMO After sunset the curse of the Nightrider not only transforms most living creatures into shadows but also traps their souls i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE SONG OF THE NIGHTRIDER.

Final Fantasy: Chronicles of Eno is a fan game based on the beloved Final Fantasy Franchise, though with an unusual twist. It is also an adaptation of a long-running Dungeons and Dragons campaign! Created by a team of two developers, a musician and in correspondence with an artist, not to mention the input of the original players, we're dedicated to seeing our dearly held tale come to life in a fu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Fantasy: Chronicles of Eno.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

97% User Score Based on 66 reviews

PREPARE BY DAY. UNCOVER SECRETS BY NIGHTYou have been assigned as an intern to an isolated observatory on Mount Clearveil; Professor Elias was supposed to welcome you, but the observatory is silent… and something is wrong. In this psychological cosmic horror experience, you manage the observatory during the day and follow the traces of Professor Elias’s forbidden connection with the stars at nigh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life & Shadow: Celestial Call - Prologue.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Diluted is a narrative-driven 3D side-scrolling puzzle and adventure game where players explore dark environments, solve environmental challenges, and uncover a story centered around fear, control, and nightmares.  Players control Archie, a young orphan cursed with a living nightmare entity named Azell. Throughout the game, players navigate interconnected areas, avoid environmental hazards, and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diluted.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

91% User Score Based on 33 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 3 reviews

Acting alone, without back up or deadly weapons, a forensic analyst searches desperately for evidence to connect a spate of disparate murders to a single Serial Killer, in this highly pressured Survival Horror Game. Focused on the real-life practices of forensic analysts, She’s Leaving allows the player to understand and uncover the truth behind the evidence they find. Throughout She's Leaving, yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to She's Leaving.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Plunge into Greenhearth, a small town hiding heavy secrets: take on the role of Ricky Fox and lead an investigation that gradually shifts from an intimate film noir into oppressive Lovecraftian horror. Driven by memorable characters and revelations that will linger long after the credits roll, Echoes delivers a taut narrative where every discovery matters and leads to four distinct endings shaped … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

94% User Score Based on 33,296 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 11 reviews

Re-Discover Little Nightmares, now enhanced in stunning 4K and 60 FPS. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Nightmares.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere

59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Benjamin Leighton is a war veteran and retired private detective. He lost his family a few years ago in a tragic and gruesome murder, committed by an unknown assassin. Nowadays, Ben lives in the bottom of a bottle, dealing with insomnia and unending guilt. A new case arise, when he is desperately needed to find a missing child, which is the perfect opportunity for Ben to get back into business and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Midnight Crimes.

Dive into the enigmatic world of "SCP - The Mystery Man," an Alternate Reality Game (ARG) that blurs the lines between reality and fiction. In this immersive experience, you become the investigator, unraveling the secrets of the SCP Universe through a series of intricate puzzles and cryptic clues. In "SCP - The Mystery Man," you will explore a rich narrative by decoding messag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SCP - The Mystery Man.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Witness the Origins of a Legend - Experience Arsène Lupin's transformation from humble burglar to folklore hero in Arsène Lupin: Once A Thief, a detective adventure game set in the early 1900s. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arsene Lupin: Once a Thief.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

96% User Score Based on 52 reviews

In the first Cannibal Tales episode, "The Interview", you play the role of a young and ambitious journalist determined to make a career. Your goal is to get a scoop that will allow you to become a partner in the newspaper you work for. You focus on the mystery surrounding a young survivor of a metropolitan cannibal, determined to obtain an interview to unravel the connection between t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cannibal Tales - Episode 1.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

82% User Score Based on 88 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Hauma is an episodic noir interactive graphic novel centered around the exploits of former detective Judith, her fixation on an old murder investigation, and how this unravels conspiracies within the upper echelons of society. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hauma: A Detective Noir Story.