Games like That Bitter Sting (ebook) by Mel Polk

Duncaster is ruled by a king who despises magic. Anyone with latent talent is consigned to the Brotherhood of Righteous Light, where they are raised to be weapons for the kingdom. Freedom isn’t an option for mages. After discovering his first wife–and, by extension, the crown prince–harbored magical talent, King Sten sent the church to eradicate any House with a trace of magic–human, fae, dem…

In the kingdom of Iskrendour, magic is anathema. Only the Crows are permitted their engineered shape-shifting—and only then, for the good of the kingdom, where they act as spies and assassins for the Crown. As a Crow, Fenn has been taught her life holds no meaning outside of service to the king. When he sends her and Bastien, the surly, devilishly handsome scout who owes her a life debt, o…

Knox Blue's life has lapsed into stagnation. The cases he's been assigned lately as a private investigator have been dull and predictable. Arguably, the only interesting thing he has going for him is that his magic is on the fritz and beginning to take a toll on his physical health--not really the sort of excitement he'd prefer. When he's handed a case for a rival coven, Knox can't help bu…

After the chaos wrought at the cathedral of the Brotherhood of Righteous Light, Valentine and Connor have all but gone into hiding. Between the increased guard presence and Nessa’s capture, the city and its future are shrouded in uncertainty. Together, they must face an enemy from Connor’s worst nightmares, seek aid from unlikely allies, and see each of their plans to fruition–all while r…

It’s been nearly ten years since Quade last heard from Victor, his childhood friend and eventual lover. Resigned to a life of work and drudgery, the last thing Quade could have anticipated was an ominous summons from Victor to attend him at his home, Suriyel. With little thought to the consequences of his actions, Quade makes immediate plans to leave the city. After all, no matter the time or…

Weston Grey is many things—a touch-starved fox-shifter, the fourth son of a viscount, a hopeless romantic, and a librarian in need of a job. He has been avoiding his home and his father’s expectations by traveling abroad for the past seven years, but now that he’s returned to Kestrel, the future he’s been dreading is closing in on him. Either he must find a job by the end of the month, or his…

"Dreambound" is a single-player Role Playing game with a deeply emotional and intriguing story. As introverted artist Noah, players are plunged into a mysterious world of dreams, tied to those who have wronged him in the past. Navigating a complex web of grief and loss, Noah must face his demons and solve a series of murders, all while questioning the line between reality and dreams.

In "The Scarlet Demonslayer," players step into the shoes of a lone hero, traversing a vast open world to uncover the mystery behind the invasion of the Scarlet Demons. Engage in exhilarating real-time combat, harnessing an array of weapons and skills to defeat formidable foes. With a focus on player choice and exploration, this immersive RPG experience offers a rich and dynamic adventure filled with intrigue and danger.

Sex & Coffee is an adult visual novel set in a modern fantasy world where mythical creatures live ordinary lives. As a new barista at a struggling coffee shop, players craft magical coffee recipes and build romantic connections with unique characters like elves, orcs, and demons. The goal is to save the shop and uncover the secrets of its enchanting patrons.

In "Kunoichi Botan," players navigate through levels as a ninja botanist, using plant-based abilities to combat enemies and solve puzzles. The game features a charming 2D art style and multiple endings based on the choices made throughout the story. exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving in a unique botanical setting.