Games like The Ballad of Light and Shadows

SUMMARY The Unification War has passed since the ceasefire treaty signed seven years ago, but the conflict never ends. Arasaka and Militech both compete for head of the market, and tension boils beneath the surface. Veterans beg on the corner, the wounds of war fresh in their minds. They're missing limbs, cyberware, and dignity. Around them, the world moves on. But you? You're far removed fr…

Summary Created for the Neo-Twiny Game Jam (2025), with the stipulation that the game be shorter than 500 words in length, Compendium III is precisely 500 words in length, excluding code. Compendium III is the final chapter of a volume dedicated to stories of the decline. This gilt-golden age of magic and doctrine, empire and war is dying. These things were preordained in premonition lon…

In "Creme de la Creme," a 440,000-word interactive novel, you attend Gallatin College, a prestigious finishing school, to restore your family's reputation. Choose to focus on academics, social connections, or maintaining a spotless reputation, as you navigate the world of high society. This immersive text-based game won three 2019 XYZZY Awards for its captivating story and writing.

Summary Created for the Neo-Twiny Game Jam (2025), with the stipulation that the game be shorter than 500 words in length, Compendium II is precisely 500 words in length, excluding code. Compendium II is the second chapter of a volume dedicated to stories of the decline. This gilt-golden age of magic and doctrine, empire and war is dying. These things were preordained in premonition long a…

"This Book Is A Dungeon" is a horror-themed Twine-based game that combines interactive fiction with pixel art. The game features gruesome challenges, light RPG elements, and multiple endings. Players will encounter dark and disturbing puzzles and face dozens of gruesome deaths. The game also includes a 40,000-word game dev diary as a bonus feature. This game is not for the faint of heart or those easily disturbed.

In "CLOSEDLOOP," a cyberpunk thriller, you're a model corporate citizen in a neon-lit future, until a mysterious message from CONTROL assigns you a new job you can't recall. Traverse a grisly path of violence, corporate intrigue, and new suspicious associates, all while grappling with the unsettling question: what have you done? This game promises an immersive and suspenseful experience.

"The Fernweh Saga: Book One" is a single-player, mystery role-playing text-based game. After the death of your grandfather, you return to your eerie hometown following a tragic house fire in your past. As you reconnect with old friends and uncover dark mysteries, vivid nightmares begin to unfold. Can you find love and reveal the secrets of your hometown before it's too late?

Tin Star is a sci-fi noir adventure game where you play as a hard-boiled detective on a decaying space station. Question suspects, gather evidence, and solve puzzles to uncover a sinister plot while navigating a world of political intrigue and corruption. With multiple endings based on your choices, every decision matters in this immersive, atmospheric experience.

"Creature Romances: Kokonoe Kokoro" is a visual novel game that tells the story of a high school student who finds herself in a mysterious world filled with creatures. She must navigate her new surroundings while also trying to form relationships with the creatures around her. The game features multiple endings based on the player's choices and focuses on themes of acceptance and understanding.

"Wayhaven Chronicles: Book Two" is a visual novel game where you play as a detective in a supernatural world. The game features a branching storyline with multiple romance options and the choice to play as male, female, or non-binary. In this second installment, you must investigate a series of mysterious disappearances while navigating complex relationships and uncovering dark secrets. Your choices and actions will determine the outcome of your story.