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OverviewLive the rise, fall, and resurgence of Edmond Dantès—an innocent sailor betrayed and imprisoned in the depths of Château d’If. Endure imprisonment, uncover hidden knowledge, and seize unimaginable wealth to forge a new identity: the mysterious and commanding Count of Monte Cristo. From the shadows, you will re-enter the world that once destroyed you, navigating the upper class of Paris, fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Count of Monte Cristo.

is an interactive narrative RPG where every choice carves a different path through a world of medieval power, faith, and betrayal. You are Karl von Aiden, born into a noble family in a land torn between warring powers and ancient loyalties. From childhood to your final hour, every decision you make — whom to trust, whom to defy, what to believe — will shape the man you become and the legacy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Iron and the Oath.

Mandated Fate is a narrative-driven social thriller where loyalty is survival. You play as a weary inspector, a man with a fraught past, out of place in a newly established authoritarian regime. In 1985, a rising technological empire has seized power, driven by a single ambition: to discover the anti-gravity particle and surpass its global rivals by conquering space. The regime demands absolute u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mandated Fate.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

97% User Score Based on 36 reviews

A Game from the "Legends of Savvarah" series. "Time of Pariah" is an interactive story. The game is primarily text-based, but with lots of illustrations (essentially a visual novel in a non-standardised setting). On the continent of Erteon, the endless war rages between Kradzhan – an alliance of three beastly kingdoms – and Dominion of the Horned Ones. Seihal is a port… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Savvarah: Time of Pariah.

A neo-classic digital gamebook RPG that reimagines the charm of classic gamebooks for the modern age. Experience the nostalgic feel of scribbling stats with a pencil, rolling dice to decide your fate, and flipping pages by hand. The "authentic fantasy" you crave is right here! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle.

Life was never fair not before the accident, and certainly not after. You expected magic, adventure, maybe a crown. Instead, you awaken in a foreign body, forced into an arranged marriage with Zachary, the cold and distant Duke of the North. Born to the sunlit luxury of the South, you're sent to a frozen, war-torn land plagued by monsters, famine, and unrest. Your new husband is a man of duty, no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Wife is a Spy?!.

Live the rise and fall of a gangster in Prohibition-era Chicago. Strategic turn-based management meets gritty narrative in a city built on blood, booze, and betrayal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empire of Vice: Chicago.

Rule as a hobgoblin warlord in this kingdom management RPG. Balance resources and manage the shifting opinions of commoners, goblinoids, and elites. Face difficult decisions, and choose whether to rule with fairness… or with brutality.Core Game In this kingdom-management RPG, you play as a hobgoblin warlord who has conquered a dying kingdom. Now seated on the throne, you must guide your legion th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yes, My Warlord.

In a dark medieval world inspired by real French historical places, you play as a survivor marked by an attack that destroyed his past. Years later, you are recruited into the guard of the Château de l’Arthaudière. Your role seems simple : control who enters and leaves. But behind every face, there may be a lie. Behind every traveler, there may be a threat. And behind every decision, the s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Doorkeeper.

Assume the role of a nobleman in the late 19th century and journey through the defining moments of his life, starting from birth. Your decisions will shape his character and determine his ultimate destiny. Alongside your hero, confront the era's systemic injustices and personal challenges, navigating dramatic events within your family and relationships. As he matures, cultivate essential skills t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Decadent Heir.

There are worlds that live and die in the silence of a server, narrated through text and forged by the will of their players. Modern MUD is a return to that essence, a reimagining of the text-based RPG for an era that has forgotten the power of imagination. This is not a game of radiant heroes or simple victories. It is a chronicle of survival in a grim world, a turn-based tactical RPG where ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Modern Mud.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

90% User Score Based on 4,546 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 9 reviews

A narrative-driven RPG set in a gritty world where a person's Lot is determined at birth, while the gods are real and preside over the fates of men. Set out on a lifelong journey and carve out your own destiny. Will you become a judge, an inquisitor, or conspire against the old order? You decide! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante.

Edenai is at war. As the Lirian Empire advances westward, the Kingdom of Agram teeters on the edge of collapse. But beneath the battles and burning cities, something far older  begins to stir. In the midst of this chaos, fate draws three ordinary people together around an ancient artifact known as the Void Stone. Bound to secrets buried for centuries, it holds ancient power that coul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realmbreaker: Awakening.

Embark on an Unparalleled Journey as a Medieval Merchant Step into a living, breathing medieval world where your words carry weight and your decisions shape destinies. In this groundbreaking RPG, you don the mantle of a merchant navigating the intricate tapestry of commerce, politics, and power. But you're not just any merchant—you are the linchpin in a realm teetering on the brink of transformat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talking Coin.

Under His Eyes is a gritty, story-driven strategy game where you play a crime boss. Make game-changing decisions, manage your crew and income, send operatives on missions, seize districts, and eliminate rivals. Will you rise through subtlety, rule with fear, or fall to a small-time gang? MAKE HARD CHOICES WITH REAL IMPACT Every decision shapes your path. Choose wisely to grow your empire or risk… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Under His Eyes.

Shadows of GrimsboroughGrimsborough—a city once at peace—is now being devoured by the rising shadow of a new power. When William Caulfield, an influential businessman and key backer of a major clean energy initiative, vanishes without a trace, the silence begins to feel less like calm… and more like control. 【 Story 】You will take on the roles of Max and Sam, independent journalists hired by Lydi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Truth Beneath the Shadows.

Noir visual novel set in 1950s New York. Infiltrate a prison, build a smuggling network, and shape fates through tough choices across branching paths. Features Branching choices & multiple endings Prison infiltration & contraband network 1950s New York noir atmosphere Consequence-driven relationships Stylized 2D noir visuals Wishlist now to stay updated for launch! In post-war A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omertà: Mafia Novel.

The city is ruled by fear, rumors, and ruthless laws. While humans cling to control, the cats gather in the shadows, recruit allies, sabotage the powerful, and turn the streets into the stage of a quiet war. Cat’s Menace is a dark narrative strategy game where every mission pushes the story forward. Build your squad of cats, send them on risky operations, make key decisions, and watch the fate of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat's Menace.

Immerse yourself in the dark allure of "Le Petit Morte" an open world vampire JRPG that plunges you into an enchanting yet treacherous version of New York City, reimagined through the haunting lens of a vampire's existence. As a freshly embraced vampire from one of 12 distinctive clans—each boasting formidable powers, vexing curses, enmities and alliances—you’ll embark on a thrilling tal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uncanny Valley: Le Petit Morte.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

71% User Score Based on 650 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 2 reviews

The Detail, a crime noir adventure in a modern American city. This is a city where cases matter, clearance rates matter, and on a good day even justice matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Detail.

Do you ever dream about rewriting history? What if this is already the version of history shaped by countless others? This is a grounded spy-themed adventure game set on the European front of World War II. As a double agent secretly trained by Britain from childhood and later embedded within the German military, you traverse Germany, Spain, America, and Britain from 1939 to 1945, caught between … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Silent Front: World War Ⅱ.

The Will and Torment of El Brante is a dark narrative RPG about defying fate in a dying world. Step into the role of Sir El Brante — an inquisitor sentenced by the Gods themselves to True Death, yet risen again at the very hour when the Empire is cracking apart, faith is fading, laws are collapsing, and forbidden magic is returning to the world once more. In the Blessed Arknian Empire, every pers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Will and Torment of El Brante.

It's a visual novel/interactive book about a man known by the name of Morar, set in a world full of mystery, in an ancient magical land of Talamhur. The game is framed as a published account of Morar's life and adventures, made by an enigmatic author. Deep and fleshed-out world of dark fantasy inspired by Celtic myths, works of H.P. Lovecraft and European history. The gods of Talamhur are dead… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Gods Realm: Morar.

Embark on a thrilling journey in this text-based RPG, where every decision shapes your fate. Dive into a richly woven narrative filled with mystery and intrigue, where each step forward brings you closer to uncovering the truth. As you delve deeper into the world around you, your investigative skills will be put to the test, unraveling secrets and piecing together clues to solve complex puzzles. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Sanctum.

Take on the role of a young prince or princess from the Star Empire, sent to Earth on a mission of peace. With centuries of mistrust threatening to shatter delicate negotiations, you must forge new bonds, navigate political intrigue, and uncover hidden truths that span light-years. Voices: From the Stars is a story-rich visual novel where every choice you make can tip the balance between war and h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voices: From the Stars.

A fantasy game designed especially for women. Your choices will lead you through a world of romance, where every path taken can alter your destiny as you determine who will be the man who captures your heart. STORY Awaken in a world where reality and fantasy collide, step into the shoes of Sage, a gentle healer lost in a mystical land, accompanied by three enigmatic companions who each ho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love in an Enchanted Realm.

When you finally quit your dead-end job and move back to your mother's house in the ever-peaceful town of Faybourne, you think things could only get better. However, the moment you set foot in your childhood home, a harrowing nightmare long forgotten reappears to haunt you once more. A tower that crumbles in the vastness of a bleeding sky. A voice that mourns and yearns for something. Nothing co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost in Limbo.

"Mei Tales" is a Chinese-style fantasy narrative card game. In the game, you can choose to play as one of several protagonists, seek companions, make critical choices, and embark on your own legendary journey. Since the Great War between humans and demonkinds, the two races have coexisted peacefully for millennia. Humans built prosperous cities and lived harmoniously alongside demonkind… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mei tales.

You are the dominus of a rising gladiator school in a world ruled by steel and spectacle. Gladiatorum: Sacramentum is a deep, complex simulation where every scar tells a story, every decision echoes through blood, and where you forge the next legends of the arena. This isn’t just about the fight. It’s about survival, loyalty, and power. Your choices shape not only the fate of gladiators, but th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gladiatorum: Sacramentum.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 624 reviews

The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is a narrative-driven text-based RPG set in a ruthless medieval realm that comes to life on the pages of the protagonist's journal. Though every man's life is predetermined by the Lot they received at birth, it is you who decides whether your character will challenge fate and alter his destiny, rewriting the established laws of the universe. The free version o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

62% User Score Based on 21 reviews

This is the police + Ozark TV Show = Welcome to Goodland An ordinary salaryman is forced to work under a merciless Mexican cartel. Stay alive for as long as you can, get enough money for your new bosses, make tough decisions, acquire businesses and find allies you can trust. But in this cutthroat world, will you be able to keep to your humanity? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Welcome to Goodland.

https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/2113250904&color=%23a48d6e&auto_play=true&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true The World of Bemoria is an ambitious, story-rich fantasy-medieval RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Set in a brutal yet beautiful world, this game fuses city-building, turn-based tac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The World of Bemoria.

Absolute Akestas Tournament – Are You Ready for the Fight of Your Life? A story-driven RPG combat tournament for the throne, glory, and the fate of the world—unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Build up four characters simultaneously, shape their strengths and decisions—but in the end, only one can achieve their goal. The others will become the archenemies you created yourself. Immerse yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolutes Akestas Tournament.

Rise from a nameless soldier to a legendary General in a living world of war where battles unfold with or without you. Fight to survive, earn your place through action, and shape the outcome of massive conflicts through the choices you make on and off the battlefield. A Living War That Moves Without You War does not wait. The world progresses through a dynamic, calendar-driven system where armi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise Of The General.

Fifty years ago, your dynasty was betrayed. The throne was stolen. Your family was scattered into the dust of history. Now you have returned. The crown is yours — if you can keep it. Swipe. Decide. Reign.Characters appear before you one by one — peasants, generals, priests, merchants, traitors, and allies. Each carries a request, a threat, or a secret. Swipe left or right. There is no neutral gr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reignfall: Fallen Crown.

Battle across two worlds, uncover lost memories, and awaken your true power to reclaim what was taken. Awaken 8 is a cinematic, emotionally-driven RPG set across two fractured worlds where forgotten memories hide dangerous truths  and rebellion begins behind a mask. In Virex City, emotion is treated like a threat and memories are quietly rewritten. Eight souls, scattered by time, loss, and broken… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awaken 8 : Fragments left behind.

Echoes in the Deep is a beautifully hand-drawn narrative-driven RPG set in the rich world of Fateforge as an accompaniment to the TTRPG. As Peridot Haps, a seasoned rogue with a storied past, you're planning one final heist.  But in a city built on secrets and shifting allegiances, success isn’t just about skill. It’s about who you trust, who you betray, and how you play the game. With a branchi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes in the Deep - A Fateforge Tale.

You are Juno, a teenage girl getting evidence to clear her brother's name. Choose who helps you solve the mystery. With multiple endings, some scenes are flashbacks to the past. Your actions there may even change who committed the crime, with what, and where! It's not just the gripping story that will keep you hooked. Luminous Threads takes visual novels to the next level with stunning animati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luminous Threads: A Visual Novel.

Alchemy Academy plunges you into the heart of Calder, a city shadowed by imminent threats. Where does the danger stem from? Is it linked to the ancient Alchemy Academy, rumoured to be a hub of hidden, powerful secrets? Could the peril be the work of a secretive cult or perhaps the awakening of a forgotten god threatening to obliterate everything? In Alchemy Academy, your decisions shape the s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemy Academy.

You are the reincarnation of a fallen hero, a soul once marked by cowardice. Beneath your feet lies a shattered world, cursed by a grieving wizard once betrayed. After centuries in exile, he has returned, burning your village to ash. Now alone in this god-forsaken land, you will find refuge in a crumbling tavern, a place to rebuild, gather outcasts, and plot your path through the darkness that lie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Goblin Tavern.

Kingdom Unwritten is a 'Kingdom Simulator + semi Procedural Story Generator'. Inspired by Reigns, Yes Your Grace, Storyteller, Town of Salem, Among UsJoin our Discord : "Kingdom Unwritten" tells a story about rescuing a kingdom from an apocalypse, falling in love, romantic entanglements, family conflicts, infiltrating cults, overthrowing cult leaders, cleansing the land, dueling evil d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Unwritten.

A CLASSIC SCI-FI STORY The end of the 23rd century. Earth lies in the grip of a new Ice Age. Famine, cold and fanatic cults threaten what is left of civilization. Humanity is on the brink of extinction. Nine of the strongest heroes of the age come seeking the ultimate prize: the Heart of Volent, an object with the power to reshape reality. All are ruthless, powerful, determined. To succeed they … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Ice by Dave Morris.

《Space Travel:Chronicles》 Genre: Pixel Narrative · Choice-Driven · Single-Player Story Features: Suspenseful Time Paradox · 200+ Dialogue Choices · Zero-Combat Immersive Experience Current Version: Complete Chapters 1-2 (Chapters 3-4 in Development, Free Update)   ◆ Game Introduction "When unfamiliar objects suddenly appear in your room, and your mother insists you have a 'sister yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Travel:Chronicles.

You are the manager of a game studio. Decisions on the cards determine the future of the studio. Strive to keep the studio standing for many years. A journey awaits you with artificial intelligences and aliens. Yes, you heard it right, aliens are real and artificial intelligence is poised to take over the world. Grow your game company and be the best. Are you ready for an epic adventure that spans… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CEO Tycoon: My Game Studio.

"Post Soviet Strike: Chernobyl Legacy" thrusts you into a genetic wasteland RPG set amidst the haunting remnants of a nuclear era, where the echoes of war and the specter of Soviet influence loom large. Survive in the heart of this desolate landscape, where mutated creatures and rival factions vie for control over the shadowy ruins of civilization. As a survivor in this post-apoc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Post Soviet Strike: Chernobyl Legacy.

WTP - Story 1 is a dynamic, choice-led, sci-fi mystery adventure. WTP Story 1, is a dynamic, choice-driven, sci-fi mystery adventure set in a captivating futuristic world. Dive into a realm where artificial intelligence, morality, and intrigue collide, seen through the eyes of the first-person protagonist. Unravel the truth behind the reality you've been thrust into and decide how you'll confron… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WTP Story 1.

开发自述An AVG gala game that incorporates political intrigue and combat. The primary gameplay revolves around advancing the AVG storyline, incorporating elements like item search and exploration. As the plot progresses, we encounter battles and mysterious events at key junctures. Through different narrative choices, we can enhance our protagonist's stats, which must meet specific requirements to clea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 我主沉浮-Master of Fate's Tides.

Will You Be My Disciple? is a choice-driven cult management game shaped by unexpected encounters and characters. At the start of each run, you define your cult’s belief system by choosing a doctrine. After all, no disaster is complete without a well-organized belief structure. This doctrine determines how the world will treat you; some will see you as a savior, others as a heretic, and a few simpl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Will You Be My Disciple?.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay

89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

How far will you go to keep your crown?Pitchforks and Daggers is a branching court politics drama where every choice matters.   As King Henry of Elander, you must navigate treacherous lords, scheming family members, and angry peasants- all while trying to secure your kingdom’s future. A tightly woven, highly replayable narrative where each playthrough reveals different paths and endings. Every… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pitchforks and Daggers.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

97% User Score Based on 37 reviews

Wake up lovely, you've got things to do! First, find your lost flock of faer. Then find your wife, she'd look so cute wearing that flower you found. And if you have time, attack and dethrone god. Ok? Don't worry about that portal. I'm sure it's nothing. Now be careful. Every choice matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantum Witch.