Games like The Cradle of Ruin
Looking for games like The Cradle of Ruin? Here are top simulation recommendations with a horror, fantasy and mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Angels of Death, Return to Shironagasu Island or The Crown of Leaves.
1 View Game93%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, replayability96% User Score 1,231 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews"Angels of Death" is a psychological horror/adventure game where players control Zack, a serial killer, and Rachel, a mysteriously cloaked girl, as they explore an eerie building filled with dangerous beings. The game features a unique story with dark themes, challenging puzzles, and decision-making elements. With its distinctive art style and suspenseful atmosphere, "Angels of Death" immerses players in a haunting world of survival and mystery.
View Game2 View Game91%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgameplay, grinding91% User Score 594 reviews"Return to Shironagasu Island" is a mystery adventure game and visual novel where players step into the shoes of detective Sen Ikeda, who receives a mysterious invitation to an isolated island from a millionaire. Together with his assistant Neneko Izumozaki, they explore the island, solve numerous murders and mysteries, and uncover the sinister secrets and hidden truth of Shironagasu Island. The game features captivating characters and a thrilling story, with a focus on survival as players try to escape the ominous island.
View Game3 View Game95%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsreplayability, optimization95% User Score 608 reviews"The Crown of Leaves" is a visually striking hybrid of non-kinetic visual novel and point-n-click adventure. Players follow the story of Roui, a resilient city dandy who returns to his rural homeland, Latori, after a failure. Struggling with local mystical beliefs and seeking a way back to his old life, Roui's fate becomes intertwined with a prosperous order, leading to mystical riddles, ghosts, and beasts. Handcrafted illustrations and original music enhance the immersive atmosphere in this intriguing debut game.
View Game4 View Game88%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability88% User Score 1,620 reviews"The Letter" is a horror/drama visual novel inspired by Asian horror films like "The Grudge" and "The Ring." Players encounter mature and disturbing themes, offensive language, and violence through the perspective of seven characters, with branching narratives and multiple endings. The game contains strong trigger warnings, advising players to exercise discretion.
View Game5 View Game91%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgameplay, grinding92% User Score 886 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviewsLucid9 is a visual novel focused on a web of intricate mysteries set in the fictional 2018 metropolis of Isamu. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is the first part of the story, focused on a string of disappearances that occur at a prestigious, uppity boarding academy.
View Game6 View Game97%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgraphics, gameplay97% User Score 240 reviews"The Zodiac Trial" is a visual novel adventure game where you play as a rookie lawyer defending a client accused of murder. Uncover the truth through investigations and courtroom debates, using the client's zodiac sign to unravel the mystery. With intricate cases and multiple endings, your legal skills and intuition will be tested in this immersive and suspenseful game.
View Game7 View Game90%Game Brain Scorestory, musicreplayability, monetization90% User Score 1,757 reviews"Kill or Love" is a visual novel centering on Jack, a hospital patient with no childhood memories, whose girlfriend is held captive by his nurse Anna. Anna, who put Jack in the hospital, is obsessed with him and holds the key to his forgotten past. With two choices and four endings, players uncover the truth behind Anna's fixation as they navigate Jack's desperate attempts to save his girlfriend. The game features 28,000 words, high-resolution graphics, and a trailer by KotoriWorks.
View Game8 View Game99%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability99% User Score 2,312 reviewsIn "Don't Escape: 4 Days to Survive," players must survive a series of deadly events over the course of four days. Each day brings new challenges, from natural disasters to hostile invaders, and players must scavenge for resources and make difficult decisions to stay alive. With multiple endings and a focus on narrative-driven gameplay, this game offers a unique and immersive survival experience.
View Game9 View Game71%Game Brain Scorestory, musiccharacter development, atmosphere73% User Score 123 reviewsCritic Score 60%1 reviews"Memory's Dogma CODE:01" is a sci-fi visual novel set in a futuristic society where memories can be shared and relived. The story follows a man named Hitomi, who along with his companions, delve into the memories of the past to uncover a conspiracy and save a friend. Through interactive dialogue and exploration, players uncover a complex narrative with multiple endings.
View Game10 View Game99%Game Brain Scorestory, musicreplayability, grinding99% User Score 2,466 reviews"Your Turn to Die: Death Game by Majority" is a visual novel game where players must survive a lethal game or face execution. Players make decisions to influence the story and interact with other characters to form alliances or betrayals. The game features multiple endings based on the players' choices and actions.
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