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Games like The Crane Rider's Tale

Games like The Crane Rider's Tale

Games like The Crane Rider's Tale

Looking for games like The Crane Rider's Tale? Here are top role playing recommendations with a fantasy, romance, mystery, medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Where Ichor Flows Below, 宽恕我(Show me mercy) or Underdog Detective.

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  1. After three carriage rides, you have finally made it to the quiet town of Palena to start your new life. Things seem to be going well with your new arcane workshop here, but it seems your past hasn't entirely escaped you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Where Ichor Flows Below.

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  2. About This GameShow Me Mercy is a mystery otome game that blends crime simulation, investigation, and choice-driven storytelling. Raised in a monastery, your life is thrown into chaos after the disappearance of your closest friend, the closure of your home, and a forced marriage to a powerful Duke. On your wedding night, you uncover a horrifying truth—one that leaves you with only one option. Ki… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 宽恕我(Show me mercy).

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  3. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 139 reviews

    Underdog Detective is a video-based playable, interactive story Set in the reign of Empress Wu Zetian of ancient China, you will play as a slum dweller in the imperial capital of Luoyang and embark on a thrilling yet comedic adventure! Traps and conspiracies, comradery and your unknown origin... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Underdog Detective.

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  4. A brilliant engineer from MIT, Ren Shale is summoned to another world, where he analyzes and combines magic and science to pioneer the new field of Spelltech and joins his companions to defend the kingdom against the sinister Demon King, his powerful Archdukes, and their demon armies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spelltech.

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  5. A Medieval Fantasy of Heroism, Sacrifice, and the Cost of Doing what is RightWhen a young village girl named Hinkle enters the service of Sir Gilkrist of Lothellae, she is eager to leave behind her life of poverty and abuse. Until she is drawn into a war she cannot escape. Cities burn, ancient powers stir, and a darkness long hidden begins to surface. Alongside new companions, Hinkle must naviga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maidendawn: A Heroine's Tale.

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  6. "Formula of the witch: be with light" is a western fantasy simulation game. As an ageless witch—you, by chance need to raise a boy who called "ominous” into adulthood. Guide his growth and make choices, To which path of his destiny, the answer is in your hand. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Formula of the witch: be with light.

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  7. A one-hour spellpunk narrative adventure about pandemic, wizards, and first love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love in the Time of Spellphage.

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  8. 'End’s beginning' is a Japanese-style fantasy romance visual novel. As Carter Evan, uncover the truth behind his death and Shermanland's fall. With a nearly 300,000-word script, experience four unique relationships: Brother and Brother, Monarch and Knight, God and Follower, and Vampire and Prey. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to End's Beginning.

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  10. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    97% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    This is a story - interactive game set in ancient times. Players will experience beautiful love stories in an ancient - themed world and achieve perfect endings by making choices within the plot. In the game, accompanied by various female characters and dozens of other characters, players will embark on a thrilling and eventful journey. You can make decisions about key plot actions, which will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 咸鱼殿下 / My journey.

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  11. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Wake up lovely, you've got things to do! First, find your lost flock of faer. Then find your wife, she'd look so cute wearing that flower you found. And if you have time, attack and dethrone god. Ok? Don't worry about that portal. I'm sure it's nothing. Now be careful. Every choice matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantum Witch.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    n this dark romance, horror visual novel, a brutal attack on your village leaves you stranded and vulnerable. Making matters worse is your run-in with the beast of the nearby woods. Will you find a way to escape your demented captor, or will you earn his trust? Choose a side; Don't look back. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kindred [High Tide].

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  13. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Wishlist Now! Join Our Discord! About the Game Uberich: Advent Sinners is set in a diverse, extensive, and enigmatic fictional world with countless scenes spanning from the main character's bedroom to imperial palaces, from bustling streets to unforgiving battlefields, from the god-forsaken ocean floor to the vastness of outer space, and many more! The complete story of Uberich: Advent Sinners… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uberich: Advent Sinners.

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  14. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    85% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Bardic: Quest for Love is an enchanting blend of Adventure and Dating Sim set in the magical city of Deepharbor. Playing as either Edmond or Edna, a humble bard fresh to the city of Deepharbor, they are suddenly tasked with running a tavern. Players must navigate the challenges of managing a struggling establishment while exploring the realms of love, adventure, and city life in the sprawling port… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bardic: Quest for Love.

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  15. The hotel sits in the middle of the hustle and bustle. Outside, the light of a car shines through. With a loud thumping sound, blood starts to cover the street. A scheme that has been hidden for years is about to be revealed... You are a retired ace soldier who just returned home and was thrust into a car accident that hurt your closely related family. You try to find the truth through all the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 逆光迷途 Lost in Darklight.

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  16. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 88 reviews

    Mizuchi 白蛇心傳 is a heartfelt and philosophical yuri visual novel inspired by the Legend of the White Snake and multiple folklores. Follow Linh's journey with a beautiful shape-shifting temptress and a resourceful warrior nun, and experience a story of friendship, love, transformation, and belonging. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mizuchi 白蛇心傳.

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  17. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    97% User Score Based on 166 reviews

    Join a ragtag band of misfits as they piece together how Ader, a one-eyed farmboy with seemingly impossible dreams, becomes the most celebrated knight the kingdom of Acazhor has ever known. This gorgeous, animated visual novel unravels in unexpected ways with a perfect blend of mystery, comedy and romance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hayseed Knight.

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  18. Punch out Fascists and unravel conspiracies in this explosive pulp adventure set in a wild 1930s world of airships, fast cars and two-fisted action! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cliffhanger: Challenger of Tomorrow.

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  19. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Come wish upon a shooting star and find “something fun and wondrous” to whisk you away from boredom! Beyond rabbit girls! Beyond your wildest imagination! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amatarasu Riddle Star.

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  20. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    95% User Score Based on 74 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    You are Robin Hood! Forge your destiny and fight to liberate Nottingham in this epic story-driven RPG blending interactive fiction, resource management, and base building set within a lushly-illustrated Sherwood Forest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nocked! True Tales of Robin Hood.

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  21. A fantasy RPG about saving a medieval town from a spreading curse as the Witch's Apprentice. Spend your limited daily actions investigating secrets, earning the trust of townsfolk, discovering the ingredients your ritual actually needs, and holding back the thorns before time runs out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch's Last Curse.

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  22. The Holy Sword has been drawn. Now gather the Knights of the Round Table to rebuild the kingdom. Explore and investigate war-torn Britain, and fight in tactical battles where stealing turns matters. In this Literary CRPG, every choice shapes your values, your allies, and the fate of Britain itself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saga · The Circle.

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  23. This game features a comedic and political intrigue style, integrating diverse elements such as kung fu, fantasy, reasoning, suspense, and romance. Players take on the role of Wu Song, eliminating treacherous court officials one by one through strategic scheming. It presents the power struggles and intrigues between the imperial court, Liangshan, and various factions in a comedic tone, and exposes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kung Fu Time Travel.

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  24. Step into a story-driven action RPG set in a grounded low-fantasy world inspired by the Holy Roman Empire. Rise from a nobody to a respected knight through hard-earned, immersive progression. Master HEMA-inspired combat and explore forests, villages, castles, and the living town of Eranthold! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight's Path.

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  25. Late Night Tales is a visual novel with cinematic visuals, a choice based story with different endings. Play as Alfred of Wildrivers fight against the danger rising from the North. The night is waiting for you to tell its tale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Late Night Tales.

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  26. An otome game and romance visual novel. Step into the shoes of the necromancer, Raenelle. Meet a colorful cast of characters, fail to summon the spirits of the dead, unravel mysteries, and maybe — just maybe — fall in love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reanimation Scheme.

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  27. Yogoe HunterA choice-driven roguelike text adventure rooted in East Asian mythology If the West has "monsters", the East has "Yogoe" — mysterious beings from Korean and Japanese folklore. Feared or revered, these spirits, demons, and mythical creatures were passed down through oral traditions and even recorded in historical texts. Yogoe Hunter is a text-based adventure where… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yogoe Hunter.

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    Eight time periods from across human history collide in a competitive bid to stop the end of the world. Go from fighting monsters to solving a murder, dating sim to escape game. Experience seven vastly different routes in a bid to solve the mystery as to why you've all been brought together. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AGERASIA.

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  29. Play as Princess (voiced by ShadowgamingVA), a high-maintenance 21-year-old girl who earned the nickname through her bratty behavior. After running away from home at 16, she worked dead-end job after dead-end job in order to survive and manage her addiction to a pain pill called Numb-X. The story begins with her waking up in a forest late at night during a rainstorm after getting knocked unconscio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Princess of Worlds End.

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  30. Step into a world divided by the enigmatic Spheres, where different races live under strict balance – a balance that has never been questioned… until now. As the protagonist, an ordinary young person from a remote village, you receive an unexpected invitation to a grand ball. What seems like a stroke of fate soon turns into a revelation of hidden anomalies, ancient powers, and a secret that could… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Through the Edges.

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  31. A beautifully written interactive novel about managing a travelling circus in WWI Europe: An entire novel’s worth of hand-crafted main story content A colourful cast of crew members and recruitable performers with bespoke storylines Dozens of locations to visit freely all across Europe A plethora of random encounters across towns and on the road Light economy simulation: manage money, su… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Great Sassanelli – An Interactive Novel.

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  32. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Discover a captivating world of adventure and romance! Immerse yourself in a thrilling otome game where your choices shape the story and determine your fate with your loved one. Join thousands of players who have already started their adventure from the mobile app and download the PC Version of "Untold Atlas" today to experience this adventure game! ◆ Engage in epic adventures: Expl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Untold Atlas: otome sim inspired by expedition adventures.

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  33. A visual novel/life sim with Shakespearean characters and Nim, a cat spirit who is searching for her master, the Prince of Cats. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nine Lives of Nim: Fortune's Fool.

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  34. Find glamor, glitz, gossip, and love in 1920s London! You and your friends are the talk of the town - but will a malicious journalist turn the tables? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scandal Notes.

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  35. In a heartbeat, the ordinary becomes legendary. Transported to a magical world and accused of being the Evil Witch Queen, you must choose your protector from 7 heroes. A fantasy romance Visual Novel featuring complete Main Stories through Season 5. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love & Legends.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Pursue a cursed romance with a possibly unhinged vampire under the eternal glow of the red moonlight... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duskbound.

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  37. 21%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    33% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Launch Day Notes! Hi all, we did our very best to catch all of the typos and errors in the game pre-launch but there are still 12 outstanding tickets that have minor non-breaking issues. (Characters show up where they shouldn't etc.. ) Our save file layout is still very simple, expect that to change next week. If you find issues, bugs, or crashes please email us instead of using forums. We honestl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LongStory 2.

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  38. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    92% User Score Based on 1,161 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 6 reviews

    Listen to stories of boasting glory and utter failure. Gather rumors, turn them into quests, and send the next adventurer on a journey that may change their life forever. Play the tavern owner, serve your drinks, and save the day! And while you’re at it why not uncover truths about a looming evil? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tavern Talk.

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  39. On the brink of destiny’s collapse, you open your eyes to a world engulfed in flames—a world of unyielding loyalty, burning passion, and ceaseless strife. In this chaotic era, you, a modern soul, believe you hold the advantage, knowing the path ahead. Yet as you delve deeper, those familiar yet foreign faces, those inescapable choices, begin to quietly unravel everything you thought was unshakabl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 蜀汉再临:源起 Restart ShuHan Dynasty:Origin.

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  40. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    A mysterious woman comes back from the dead, and the dusty past surfaces. Between a gloomy student girl and a glamorous ex-girlfriend, the clues are intertwined, who is the mastermind behind the scene? Play as a detective heroine in 1935 London, embark on a journey of love and growth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to London: Echoes of the Past.

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  41. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    OUT OF WATER is a visual novel about survival, myths, love, and choice. In 1 CE Watarholt, a quiet village prepares for winter - until bodies begin to surface. Shape your path through bonds, ancient horrors, and a fading peace. Will you fight, plead, or surrender to the waters? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out Of Water.

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  42. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    In this detective RPG, you untangle a thick web of intrigues, lies, and secrets that surround a mysterious death. Find the origin of eerie telegraph signals, question the villagers, decipher the strange symbols that are suddenly appearing all over town - and hide from the danger lurking in the moor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inspector Schmidt - The Ebbing.

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  43. Your magic awakes in your new college town—and so does your heart! Can you discover who is trying to steal your power before it's too late?  Spellbound: Malachite Coven is an interactive romance novel by Erin Rowlands. It’s entirely text-based, 150,000 words and hundreds of choices, without graphics or sound effects, and fueled by the vast, unstoppable power of your imagination. As you arrive at… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spellbound: Malachite Coven.

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  44. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    An epic Fantasy RPG where you will level up heroes, go on adventures, and progress in power until you can take on the Demon King. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Fantasy Heroes.

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  45. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 89 reviews

    You are the Monarch. Choose between diplomacy and tyranny. Romance allies or enemies. Your decisions define your rule and the fate of those closest to you in this character-driven interactive tale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcadie II: Cold Lands.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Willow Guard is a story-driven indie RPG set in a world where the Gods have abandoned the animals they once uplifted. Left to their own devices, and invaded by mysterious, horrific monsters from another dimension, the denizens of Tersa turn to the Willow Guards for protection. Isometric Action Gameplay Build an action deck of specialized Willow Guard abilities that you activate as you battle thr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Willow Guard.

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  47. "Falling for Yaoguais" is a fantasy visual novel based on Taiwanese yaoguai(supernatural beings) legends. You are drawn into a conflict between humans and yaoguais, navigating through events alongside four yaoguai love interests. Who will you end up with in the end? What if the legendary yaoguais(supernatural beings) were real? And even more shocking... they're all hot guys!   Yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falling for Yaoguais.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Sunset High is a 2D, story-rich, choose-your-own-adventure game set to release in 2025. Get to the bottom of the mystery by playing students against each other, rewinding your decisions, and leveling up the protagonist's inner personas as you navigate the cliques and social dilemmas of being a student trapped in a time loop. As you loop, change the course of the timeline as you explore different o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunset High.

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  49. Set off on an exciting swashbuckling quest in this classic Fantasy Choose Your Own Adventure! Meet charming characters, fight dangerous foes, and uncover a nefarious intrigue. Experience seamless and reactive storytelling. Prove your innocence, find your destiny, relish the journey! When you, the sole heir to a noble family and estate, are rudely awoken after a night of revelry, you can barely gr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arderico's Journey.

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  50. In the Phoenix Kingdom, there is a man known as the Corpse Killer. A duke attempted to usurp the country using an imposter of his daughter. A necromancer who once warred with the Phoenix Clan lurks in the shadows. Wilhelm, a new Knight of the Royal Guard, becomes entwined with investigations into the forces working to oppose king and country. He is assigned to the personal guard of Master Alchem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight Case Files.

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