Games like The Light

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Your order of knights has been slaying dragons for generations. Now, only the Queen remains and you have been chosen to eradicate her. However, at the peak of the sacred forge, the confrontation will not go as expected… Hopeguard is a third-person dark fantasy game centered on the themes of loss and acceptance. Journey through caves, ruins and forests to solve environmental puzzles and fulfill y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hopeguard.

Early Development InformationThis game is in Early Development by a team of 3 developers working toward a 2-level demo -- this is not yet a complete game. The goal of playtesting the game and ultimately releasing a small demo this early into development is to gain the critical support and interest of players like you, that is needed to transition development from a part-time passion project into a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rebel Core: Awakens.

Symphone is a platformer set in a once-vibrant world now consumed by a mysterious force known as "The Silence." This dark power steals the voices of the creatures of Symphone, turning them into lost souls wandering aimlessly. Play as Euphony, a unique bunny without a voice, on a quest to collect these souls and restore the music and light that once filled the forest. Journey through … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Symphone.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

98% User Score Based on 1,303 reviews

"There is a saying that when you depart from this world, the dog who went ahead will warmly welcome you." While spending time in dog heaven, Bong-gu the Welsh Corgi suddenly catches his dad's scent. Now, he embarks on a journey to meet his dad. Will Bong-gu be able to see his dad again? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Little Puppy.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 498 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Restore color to the desolate islands of Farewell North, an open world journey where you play as a collie traveling with his owner. Explore land and sea, uncover hidden paths, evade monsters, and free wildlife to bring color back to the world while revealing an emotional story about saying farewell. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helianthus.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

75% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Amidst the daunting specters of environmental destruction and climate change, a young, introverted hero named Domino embarks on a mind-bending eco-odyssey into the depths of their dreams. DOMINO: The Little One, an immersive interactive narrative experience, invites you to traverse a world where the alarming manifestations of global warming and ecological challenges will test your wit and determin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOMINO The Little One.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

70% User Score Based on 50 reviews

In Aphotic Descent, you play as a diver whose submarine crashed at the bottom of the ocean. With no other option for survival, you must make your way to a nearby underwater research facility facing terrifying creatures, all while descending deeper and deeper... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aphotic Descent.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization

96% User Score Based on 902 reviews

Chernobyl, USSR, 1986. Three nuclear plant workers go on a daring mission to prevent a radioactive fallout that would affect half of Europe. Every moment is permanent, and all is at stake. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liquidators.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

96% User Score Based on 372 reviews

It's exactly what it sounds like. You are the tree! You are equaled by no other. Relax and be the best tree you can be. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tree Simulator 2020.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

90% User Score Based on 296 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Aurora: A Child's Journey is a short and emotional game about the impacts of a huge environmental disaster through the eyes and feelings of a child. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aurora: A Child's Journey.

48%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

48% User Score Based on 87 reviews

Embark on a journey to unravel the mystery of the Sceptre of Gods and Tomb Joe's father's disappearance. Armed only with his sharp wit and his trusty whip, Joe will have to face deadly traps, dangerous wildlife, and the best soldiers of the Reich to reach his goal and bring fame to his father's name once again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Joe.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

A whimsical puzzle-adventure game set in the world of the bestselling Redwall books. In this third and final episode, seeking escape from Cheesfthief you find yourself beholden to a family of mysterious Stoats who may or may not be carnivores... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Act 3.

Imagine waking up on the dock of a floating village in the middle of a vast lake. You don't know who you are or why you're there. People recognize you and call you names, but no one knows your name. What you realize, as you continue your search, is that you find yourself in the midst of a war for power, one that you may be the architect of. You'll have to confront your inner self and harness your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lacustris - The War over Water.

One evening, a small foal gets separated from the herd and finds itself deep in the forest. During the day, the woods seem quiet and almost friendly, but when night falls, everything changes: shadows grow longer, sounds become distorted, and the darkness feels as if it’s trying to reach your very heart. Gameplay Features Atmospheric side-view survival adventure focused on exploration and env… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hoofprints.

Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, presents No Rest for the Wicked, a unique and captivating action RPG set in a meticulously crafted world. The game features a Souls-style combat system where every blow matters, every choice is fateful, and every friend can join the fray. Play solo or with up to four players in online co-op. Ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Rest for the Wicked.

Summary         Unshrouded is a platformer game about pushing and managing blobs of light to defend yourself and rescue villagers from monsters. You have a set night time and you must be strategic about when to exit the light, when to move the light, what light sources to capture, and what villagers are worth saving. Gameplay         You play as a wizard character, called the Unshrouded, that c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unshrouded (Team 3 F2025).

Teddy is a 40-year-old who’s super into conspiracy theories. Life was going pretty smoothly for him until one day he gets a call from his girlfriend, Mel, who breaks up with him. Mel says Teddy does nothing with his life except wake up at 2 PM, play video games all day, and listen to conspiracy theory podcasts. Heartbroken, Teddy has a moment of inspiration and comes up with a genius idea: he’ll … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Earth Is Flat.

Argol II - Curse of Nemesis is an action, platform and adventure game. The action takes place in mythological times, after the battle against Kronoss (Argol - Kronoss' Castle). StoryNemesis, goddess of vengeance, offered Princess Harmony, guardian of the balance of the world, a mysterious bewitched necklace that plunged her into an eternal sleep. No one can wake her up and since that day, dark cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Argol II - Curse of Nemesis.

"Hold The Light" is a mysterious 2D game where the night brings danger, reality unravels, and a siren holds the key to survival. Uncover hidden truths and confront the unknown as you navigate a collapsing world.                                                       I am excited to introduce Hold The Light, my very first video game project. This project represents a significant learning experienc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hold The Light.

Content Warning: Dear player, before you continue to embark on this game´s journey, we ask you to consider the following: This game is shaped by themes of the protagonists´s grief of a loved one, loss, and struggles with accepting themselves... These themes were used to guide an emotional but abstract journey for both the protagonist and yourself to walk, or better "jump" through, and we would l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Obscurum - Light beyond the Nightmare's Veil.

Were.Wolf is a stealthy puzzle platformer where you play as a young man who is turned into a werewolf. Follow him through a dark and mysterious castle as he tries to reach the potion to lift the curse and escape. "I don’t remember much of that day, except that I was brought to a dark castle far away. Nothing but pain followed and I awoke, much later, in a monster’s body - my memories all a blur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Were.Wolf.

The year is 1347, and you had been living in the ever prosperous city of Marsellies in Southern France. Unfortunately this year was not your luckiest because the infamous Black Death arrived via ship and swept through the city. You unfortunately caught the plague, and eventually fell to its grasp. Leaving behind your best friend in the mortal realm, your dream of confessing your love is ruined. Wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plagued Dreams.

Embark on the fantastic world of Oh Sheep!, a slapstick cartoon-style action game where you'll encounter crazy enemies. Sheep will be your salvation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oh Sheep!: Baaaa.

Imperium is a 2D Lo-fi, Sci-fi Puzzle Adventure game set in a dystopian future where you take on the role of BS-23, a former scientist of the condemned scientific organisation known as The Betterment. Imprisoned due to their involvement with the original Betterment, BS-23 is sent out onto dangerous missions alone and unarmed with the objective to obtain vital data at the behest of the Galactic Cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium.

Explore beautiful world! The ball use to carefully calculated physics. Change the ball's material for explore beautiful world smoothly. Enjoy and I deeply wish that you feel better after playing my game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ball Flow: Nature and Light.

Zhazari VR Do you feel like diving into a world full of fantastic adventures? Then you've come to the right place! Zhazari is a game where many enemies are waiting for you, you will face orcs, ghosts and dark monsters. The inhabitants count on your endurance and strength in battle. You are the last hope to restore peace to the valley of Gherdania.Story In the past, Gherdania was full of life, peo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zhazari VR.

(French) Résumé Koda: Kiyomori's Guardian est un jeu de plateforme 3D/Aventure dans le folklore japonais avec un dimension poétique/onirique. Vous incarnez Koda, un tanuki (à ne pas confondre avec un raton-laveur !) gardien de la foret de Kiyomori.La forêt se décompose en 4 grandes zones distinctes protégées par des Entités divines. On y retrouve une zone de forêt, une composée de cascade, une t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koda: Kiyomori's Guardian.

The story begins with the main character Lewis being kidnapped and imprisoned far away from where he lives. After escaping the prison (tutorial level) you will realize that you are in a huge forest full of dark secrets. Lewis ran into an old house that he found, and luckily for him, electricity was still running. Find your way out of the most horrifying forest in this eventful story, packed with a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Night - No Escape.

Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer that reimagines the birth of a legend. Step into the role of Anokye, chosen by destiny to unite the Ashanti people and bring light to a land shrouded in tyranny. When darkness falls on the Kingdom, one hero rises. Armed with a sword, staff, and sacred whisk broom, Anokye must battle through several stunning levels, from ancient villages and dense forests … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anokye.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

76% User Score Based on 17 reviews

In this intriguing story, players will take on the role of John, a man who is deeply concerned about his twin brother's sudden and inexplicable disappearance. Determined to uncover the truth behind this mysterious event, John embarks on a perilous journey into the unknown. Along the way, he discovers an ancient and ominous book that seems to hold the key to unlocking the secrets of his brother's d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Collection: Chapters of Fate Prologue.

In A Song in Elyel Nalore, you'll step into the shoes of a skilled protagonist who takes on a simple guild job that turns into a dangerous quest to uncover dark secrets.  This Metroidvania-style action adventure combines intense platforming, dynamic combat, and immersive world-building to create an unforgettable journey.  Key Features: Exploration & Discovery: Dive into a vast, beautifu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Song in Elyel Nalore.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

66% User Score Based on 460 reviews

The Gold River Project throws you and your friends on an epic camping survival adventure! Try to escape a grueling experiment across one of the largest private nature reserves in the Pacific Northwest. You are being watched, studied and manipulated at every turn. Solve the mysteries within and try to survive another day. CAMP SOLO OR WITH FRIENDSWelcome to Gold River! A remote camping adventure yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Gold River Project.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

89% User Score Based on 183 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Project Songbird is a cinematic first-person narrative horror game set in the Appalachian forest. Take on the role of Dakota, a musician who must record their new album in a remote log cabin amidst a writer's block. Take caution, however. These woods were never empty... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Songbird.

Step into the haunting world of Ardena, a first-person survival horror game that will test your wits and courage. Alone in a shadowy forest surrounded by an eerie silence, your only solace is a flickering campfire. But the fire won’t last forever—it’s up to you to keep it alive. Survive the NightGather wood to fuel your campfire, your only shield against the encroaching darkness. The fire's glow k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ardena.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

98% User Score Based on 1,515 reviews

Play as a big adorable dog and explore a hand-crafted winter forest with a little kid in tow. A short, free, open source project brought to you by Blender Studio. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOGWALK.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 18 reviews

The journey ahead is grim, and it's waiting for you... Shrine Of The Forest God is a passion project developed solo based on the inspiration of simplistic art styles and environmental storytelling. Landed in a mysterious world, you must make your way to gain abilities, discover secrets, solve mysteries, and fight your way up to face the powerful being that awaits at the top of the mountain in t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shrine Of The Forest God.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

94% User Score Based on 175 reviews

10 Dead Doves is a short, singleplayer, fixed-perspective horror story set in the heart of the Appalachian wilderness. It's 2004. The mountains are much older. You play as Marcus Stetson -- the Most Pathetic Man on Earth -- a seasoned backpacker on the Appalachian Trail who decides to pool his resources to team up one last time with his human firecracker of a trail buddy, Sean. Their mission is to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 10 Dead Doves.

Forester is a serene blend of instrumental and 8-bit timbres, both traditional and soundscape-like. The soundtrack makes heavy use of the woodwind family of instruments, including the flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon, plus features for the piccolo and cor anglais, along with a solo violin and cello, harp, guitar, and other instruments—plus a set of magic8bitplug chiptune synthesizers. It accompa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forester.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

61% User Score Based on 119 reviews

Nowhere: Mysterious Artifacts Set in September 1993, the first episode begins with four friends heading into uncharted territory, searching for a mysterious artifact. It doesn’t take long to realize something is wrong, as this is the site of the Root Experiment, famed for its stories of those who enter and never return. There is no other option but to survive, and not be afraid of the impossible… … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nowhere: Mysterious Artifacts.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

69% User Score Based on 58 reviews

Recover the kingdom’s stolen artifacts in this gothic Souls-like Metroidvania. Face hack-and-slash combat, cruel world-changing decisions, and the madness of an eldritch realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Golden Eyed Ghosts.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

47% User Score Based on 76 reviews

Expedition Zero is a survival horror game set in the heart of rural Siberia. Use your engineering skills to confront flesh-eating monsters as the last survivor of a Soviet scientific expedition. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Expedition Zero.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

95% User Score Based on 554 reviews

A playable demo of the game Overload, a new six-degree-of-freedom shooter from the creators of Descent. Version 2.0 is from March 2017. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overload Playable Teaser.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

53% User Score Based on 4,512 reviews

It's time to tell the story of the villain. Hunt Down The Freeman takes you into a journey like no one has before. Witness the pain of the villain firsthand with over 14 hour gameplay, over 40 levels, immersive gameplay, cinematic cutscenes and an over an hour long, heart touching OST. The player picks up the Machete of H.E.C.U Sergeant Mitchell, who finds himself in a hospital during alien invas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to While 1: [WIP].

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

85% User Score Based on 91 reviews

Hollowed tells the story of a woman who will do anything to bring her perished loved one back to the world of the living. Control Halia and her spirit Oco simultaneously on a single controller in this side-scrolling puzzle platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollowed.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

84% User Score Based on 22,164 reviews

You have a unique opportunity to gather a team of friends or go on a solitary expedition to the forests of wild reserves and feel like a real hunter for Bigfoots. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BIGFOOT.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

70% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

Seed of Life is an epic adventure game about the persistence of life. You're Cora, the last known survivor of Lumia, a dying planet. Your only hope to save your homeworld is to activate the Seed of Life and rekindle the sun once again. Will you be the light that conquers the darkness? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seed of Life.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

79% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Escape into a far-out fantasy adventure as a young and talented warriorlock, whose next mission will bring him to battle his own demons in this stellar, story-driven romp with heroic and hopelessly flawed characters steeped in a twisted tale of mind over madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Warriorlock.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

95% User Score Based on 259 reviews

Join a Lancaster bomber crew during a raid over Berlin in World War Two. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1943 Berlin Blitz.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 6,654 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

You're on your own. No one to come for you. No one to help you. No one to hear you scream. Slender: The Arrival is the official videogame adaption of Slender Man, developed in collaboration with Eric "Victor Surge" Knudson, creator of the paranormal phenomenon that has been terrifying the curious-minded around the world since its inception, with Mark Hadley and Blue Isle Studios. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slender: The Arrival.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

85% User Score Based on 647 reviews

The crisp winter air fills your lungs, but you can feel the earth underneath calling for you. The warmth from the sun melts the snow away and flowers bloom. Spring is here. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kinoko.