Games like That summer of 1960-something

"Alan Wake" is a single-player horror shooter game with an interesting plot and good mechanics, offering beautiful visuals and a compelling soundtrack. The game revolves around best-selling writer Alan Wake, whose wife disappears on their vacation, and he must unravel the mystery of her disappearance while fighting a dark presence. Despite some bugs and too much advertisement, the game is highly emotional, hilarious, and very atmospheric, providing a pulse-pounding thrill ride.

"As Dusk Falls" is a narrative-driven game that follows the lives of two families over the course of thirty years, beginning in 1998. The game features a unique art style and challenging moral choices that can significantly impact the story. Players will explore themes of survival, family, and morality in this emotional journey.

"Lakeview Valley" is a murder mystery RPG set in a shady town where everyone has a secret. Day/night cycles and encounters with horrifying enemies add to the suspense. Your moral choices will determine one of the game's multiple endings, encouraging replayability as you uncover the unique backstories of over twenty NPCs.

"Actual Sunlight" is a critically acclaimed visual novel that explores depression, hopelessness, and social anxieties in a raw and unfiltered way. The game follows the life of Evan Winter, a 30-something office worker, as he navigates through his mundane existence and grapples with his inner demons. Its deep and thought-provoking narrative challenges players to confront the harsh realities of mental health issues.

"CrossWorlds: Escape" is a virtual reality puzzle adventure game where players navigate through different realities to solve challenging puzzles and uncover the mystery of a lost civilization. With a focus on exploration and interaction, players must use their wits and the tools provided to them to make their escape. The game features stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere, making it a must-play for VR enthusiasts.

"Before Nightfall" is a survival game where players must gather firewood in a windy winter forest before nightfall. The firewood spawns randomly each time, challenging players' speed and prudence against the deadly cold. A test of endurance and strategy, with success hinging on the player's ability to navigate and collect resources efficiently.

In Pathologic 2, players must confront a deadly outbreak in a secluded town with only 12 days to manage their resources, form alliances, and make difficult decisions to survive. The game is a narrative-driven dramatic thriller that explores the realities of a collapsing society and the harsh choices that must be made in lose-lose situations. Time management is crucial, as players must balance their bodily functions and gather resources while fighting against the plague and uncovering the town's secrets.

UnReal World is a graphical, open-ended survival fantasy roguelike set in the lush forests and frozen tundras of ancient Finland. With in-depth seasonal cycles, crafting, and skill systems, players must hunt, trap, and forage to survive, while forming alliances or engaging in combat with AI-controlled clans and creatures. Immerse in a rich, procedurally generated world, where every decision counts, and death is permanent.

"Night in the Woods" is a narrative-driven adventure game where college dropout Mae Borowski returns to her crumbling hometown, Possum Springs, to reconnect with old friends. However, the town and its residents have changed, and strange occurrences hint at something sinister lurking in the woods. The game features point-and-click exploration, dialogue choices, and mini-games, with a focus on story and character development.

In "The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante," players navigate a ruthless world in a narrative-driven RPG format, following a man who challenges the existing social order. The game is presented as a journal, with life-altering decisions and the struggle for freedom at its core.