Games like That's Not How it Happened

Disaster! When the Turner family’s inn burns down, they must recount the events that took place leading up to its fiery end!

"Who's Lila?" is a narrative-driven adventure game that follows the story of a detective investigating the mysterious disappearance of a woman named Lila. The game features unique puzzle mechanics and a distinct 2D art style, immersing players in a dark and suspenseful atmosphere as they uncover the truth behind Lila's disappearance. With multiple endings and branching storylines, "Who's Lila?" offers a replayable and engaging experience.

In "The Isle Tide Hotel," become a detective and explore a mysterious hotel to infiltrate a cult and save your missing daughter. With an award-winning cast, every decision counts as you gather clues and question guests. The hotel is only open three nights every three years, adding urgency to your quest, as you uncover hidden lore, side quests, and navigate a branching narrative with multiple endings.

Immerse yourself in a thrilling murder mystery at the Penby Inn! A luxurious hotel set in the endearing English countryside, Penby Inn is coming under a lot of fire (literally) from mind-boggling mishaps, ghoulish noises, rumours of hauntings and gruesome murder! To add to the confusion, the rich new owner Samuel Sage, who has conveniently inherited the hotel, is completely clueless about the…

Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit is a point-and-click adventure game set in present day and historical Lithuania. The player uncovers a conspiracy while searching for the lost royal crown of Lithuania, combining puzzle-solving with narrative-driven gameplay. This game offers a rich, immersive story informed by historical and regional lore.

"Her Story" is a crime fiction promising a unique experience, where you search through a database of live-action police interviews from 1994. The narrative unfolds as you piece together a woman's story about her missing husband, using search terms to find clips and uncover the truth. This game stands out with its non-linear storytelling and intriguing format, relying on your attentiveness to the woman's testimony.

"Discolored" is a single-player horror simulation game with masterful mechanics and beautiful graphics. You explore a desolate diner in the desert, solving puzzles to restore color and uncovering secrets in this two-hour experience. With a haunting soundtrack and intricate puzzles, the game features a striking aesthetic and immersive atmosphere.

"Nightmare Frames" is a point-and-click adventure game set in 1985 Hollywood, where struggling screenwriter Alan Goldberg seeks to find the rumored scariest film of all time by eccentric millionaire Helen Westmore. The game offers over 80 locations, 50 characters, and an original synthwave soundtrack. As Alan, you'll venture through B-film studios, visual effects workshops, religious cults, and a haunted town witnessing the horror escalate from eerie to gruesome.

"Telling Lies" is an investigative thriller video game with non-linear storytelling, where players search through a stolen NSA database of intimate video conversations. The game features four main characters, including Logan Marshall-Green and Alexandra Shipp, and is directed by Sam Barlow, known for "Her Story" and "Silent Hill: Shattered Memories." Players uncover the links between the characters and the shocking incident by typing search terms and watching the clips where those words are spoken, deciding their own truth in the process.

"The Inheritance of Crimson Manor" is a narrative-driven mystery game set in a Victorian-era mansion. Players step into the shoes of a detective, unraveling the dark secrets of the recently deceased Lord Crimson and his family. Through exploration and puzzle-solving, unearth clues, interrogate suspects, and June 12, 2022 update: now features voice acting and new animations to enhance the storytelling experience.