Games like The Bottom of the Well

In Soul Gambler, a modern adaptation of Goethe’s Faust, you play as Faust, selling your soul in installments for wish fulfillment. Your choices determine the story’s outcome through this interactive graphic novel, featuring comic book-style illustrations and environments. Will you maintain your soul or succumb to temptation?

In Vlad the Impaler, players step into the dark world of historical figure Vlad Dracula, battling supernatural forces while ruling over 15th century Wallachia. As Vlad, players must make strategic decisions to maintain power and protect their people, while satiating a thirst for blood. With a blend of strategy, action, and management, the game offers a unique take on the vampire mythos.

"Disturbed" is a hand-drawn adventure/horror visual novel inspired by experiences of depression and addiction. Play as Von, a struggling farmer facing a hopeless situation, and decide how to confront your fate. With no clear solution in sight, how will you deal with the hand you've been dealt? This short, impactful game may leave you questioning your own choices.

Tokyo Dark is an anime-style horror adventure game combining point and click and visual novel genres. The story follows Detective Itou across Tokyo, searching for the truth behind her partner's strange disappearance. Featuring puzzles, stat management, and difficult decisions, Tokyo Dark puts the narrative in the hands of the player. Players' decisions change their character, opening or locking op…

"Always Sometimes Monsters" is a narrative-driven RPG where your choices significantly impact the story. As a down-and-out writer, you must make difficult decisions to reconcile with a former love, all while dealing with life's harsh realities. The game features a unique perspective system, where your character's gender and race are determined by the player you choose at the start.

In "Paper Cages" , play as the Grim Reaper in an office job, deciding who lives or dies and affecting the world with your choices. Experience a narrative-based indie game similar to "Papers, Please" and "Beholder," with humor and existential dread as you climb the reaper career ladder. Personalize your office space, interact with coworkers, and try not to let the gravity of your responsibilities get to you. No information available about the release date or developer.

"Monster Loves You!" is a unique life-simulation game where you play as a monster, making choices that affect the world of monsters and humans. From a monsterling to an elder, your decisions shape your personality and impact the relationship between monsters and humans. Navigate through various scenarios, showing ferocity, kindness, or honesty, and experience the consequences of your actions. This game offers a fresh perspective on narrative-driven games, putting you in the role of a monster with a rich story to tell.

"Paper Cages" is a horror game that explores the theme of mental health, with themes of depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The game tasks you with daily activities, personifying the idea of an "Archenemy" as internal struggles. With a focus on Personal themes, players must navigate these challenges with only a mouse and keyboard. For those interested in serious topic games, check out "Death and Taxes" by the same developers.

"Werewolf: The Apocalypse — Heart of the Forest" is a narrative-driven role-playing game set in the World of Darkness universe. Players step into the shoes of a young woman exploring an ancient forest, uncovering secrets and battling supernatural foes as a shapeshifter. With multiple branching storylines and character customization options, each playthrough offers a unique experience.

"Cinders" is a single-player mystery role-playing game with a fabulous story, delightful graphics, and awesome music. The game allows you to break the classic fairytale mold and explore multiple endings, 120 decision points, and over 300 choices, resulting in a highly emotional and unique atmosphere. With plenty of humor and replayability, "Cinders" offers a fresh take on the story of Cinderella and the lives of four women.