Games like Stand By Me

Wunderling is a humorous single-player fantasy platformer game, developed with ingenious graphics and a catchy soundtrack. Players control a low-level video game goon who has gained the ability to jump, and must navigate treacherous levels and chase down the hero. Plan ahead and master the Wunderling's unique abilities to succeed in this role-reversal adventure.

"Linelight" is a single-player open-world puzzle-adventure game with compelling graphics, music, and atmosphere. It offers intuitive and unique gameplay that is accessible to all skill levels, challenging players to guide Dash through a series of rich, clean, minimalist levels with a one-of-a-kind solution. The game's soothing experience simulates the feeling of accomplishment and relaxation, providing a mind-bending and enjoyable adventure.

In Candleman: The Complete Journey, players control a sentient candle navigating dark, mysterious environments with strategic light-based puzzle mechanics. The game features 10 chapters of narratively-driven levels, testing problem-solving and exploration skills while conveying a poignant tale of self-discovery and perseverance. Embodying the spirit of a humble candle, players must balance light usage to reveal the path ahead while avoiding the dangers lurking in the shadows.

In "Wunderling DX" , players step into the shoes of a weak enemy determined to stop the hero, Carrot Man, from saving the princess. The game features tough-as-nails platforming with treacherous mazes and challenging puzzles, requiring players to master new moves and collect shiny collectibles. With enough practice, players can unlock secret levels and customizations, adding an extra layer of excitement to this unique "goomba simulator." However, be prepared for many attempts and challenges as you progress through the game.

"Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils" is a charming puzzle adventure game that follows the story of a skilled cat burglar, Belle. With various tools and skills, Belle must navigate through treacherous environments to steal valuable treasures while evading security and solving ingenious puzzles. This game combines wit, charm, and humor in a captivating tale of feline larceny and redemption.

"6180 the moon" is a minimalist indie platformer game where you control the moon in its journey to restore daylight by navigating through screens of geometric abstract obstacles. The game features unique gravity-shifting mechanics, as the moon can move between the top and bottom of the screen to solve puzzles and avoid hazards. With its simple controls, stark visuals, and atmospheric soundtrack, "6180 the moon" offers a contemplative and challenging experience.

"140" is a single-player platformer game with a minimalistic yet striking art style and a melancholic electronic soundtrack. The rhythm-based gameplay, designed by Jeppe Carlsen, former lead gameplay designer at Playdead, demands both precise timing and quick reflexes to navigate through obstacles and progress through the levels. With its atmospheric setting and challenging gameplay, "140" is a unique and immersive experience for players.

Is This Seat Taken? is a cozy logic puzzle game where you arrange groups of people based on their seating preferences and personalities across various settings. Challenges include matching characters to seats like window or aisle, while considering their unique dislikes and comforts. Follow Nat’s heartfelt journey as you solve puzzles and find the perfect spot for everyone.

"Iris.Fall" is a single-player adventure game with a good plot, featuring innovative "light and shadow" game mechanics that encourage solving puzzles in a monochrome world. Its fantastic visuals, masterful music, and compelling atmosphere create an unforgettable experience, as players explore a labyrinthine theater to uncover a mysterious connection to Iris, the protagonist. Find more games on the NExT Studios Steam page, and follow them on Twitter and Facebook for updates.

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.