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Looking for games like The Mariner? Here are top puzzle recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with planktOs, A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale or Éalú.

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

    Dive into an explorable water world where Elders are mysteriously being trapped in crystal prisons. The freedom of the elders depends on a single naive little spirit to explore and find a way to release them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to planktOs.

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  2. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Welcome to Whaleville!The world’s first town inside a whale. It’s friendly, a little odd and utterly charming. Explore every corner of this peculiar place, help the locals — and maybe they’ll help you find a way out. Or... maybe you’ll decide to stay. Chart Your Own Course Turn the wheel, wind up the key — you're the captain of your own boat. Where will your journey take you? Explore t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 223 reviews

    Éalú is an award winning, 2 to 4 hour long, meditative experience, depending on how deeply you explore the maze, focused on physical craft and reflection - made by a small, independent team of artists. It's best defined as a highly interactive, silent film set to a gorgeous instrumental score. ------------------------------ In a cozy, quiet nest at the heart of a stone-and-wood labyrinth, a cloc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Éalú.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    97% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    From Nava is now on Steam. Wishlist/download today! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2721750/From_Nava/In From Nava, you are equipped with only a seemingly ordinary pen, but it possesses the extraordinary ability to unleash magic attacks by drawing specific patterns. You must escape from this abandoned research laboratory by gathering all the keys and polaroids left behind in the aftermath of an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From Nava.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    65% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Dark Days, a supernatural Thriller, was our team’s former project, back in 2016, initially designed for VR mobile headsets and now remastered for PC gaming.Inspired by Twin Peaks and The X-­Files, Dark Days stands as an adventure horror game of its own. From an eerie motel to a haunted desert, solve puzzles and progress towards a disturbing truth. Dive in an American nightmare, immerse yourself in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Days.

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  7. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    60% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Each level looks simple and playful with one motive: to get Chloe and Bunny to their red Targets; but the puzzles in them are unique and have a set of varying difficulties. The puzzles challenge your strategy, sokoban skills, experimenting how mechanical toys work, tactical thinking, improvising and much more. The difficulty increases with the level number and each level comes with 1 hint. Got stu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chloe Puzzle Game.

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  8. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    63% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    Dungeon Hero is a classic style Dungeon Crawler with a Casual/Cartoony twist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Hero.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    87% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Delve into the underground facility of Rail Recon, a Twin-stick Shooter with a Rail System. Navigate through its network of rails in search of its crystals, while maneuvering and fighting through the facility's defenses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rail Recon.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    67% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Relaxing puzzle with interesting game mechanics - bring your character to the final portal which will transit you to the next level. You will need to move straight, avoid obstacles, jump through portals, ricochet from walls and a lot more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circularity.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 686 reviews

    Use gravity, tension, and wind currents to get your hot air balloon to its destination, dropping off cargo on your way, in this ultra-challenging game. You'll have to use your skill, wit, and reflexes, to complete all of The Howler's dozens of levels. All art used in the Howler was meticulously created by classically-trained experienced painters. The majority of the art was created is by Rene Pet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Howler.

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  12. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 112 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    Bright Paw is a premium narrative puzzle game in which you play as Theo, the cat of a supervillain who has just been murdered. Bright Paw features fully voiced narration, and a custom soundtrack composed by Will Bedford If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bright Paw.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    69% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Dungetris is a game in a Rogue-like genre with an original system of building a level and the elements of a card game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungetris.

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  14. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    71% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    Welcome to the magical world of "Dragon Kingdom War: Puzzle RPG", an adventure that combines addictive game play from turn-based strategy, role playing, card battle & match 3. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Kingdom War.

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  15. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    73% User Score Based on 166 reviews

    Light of Alariya is an open-world, third-person, exploration puzzle game in which you traverse ancient alien temples and ruins to restore the power of the stars and awaken your sleeping civilization. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light of Alariya.

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  16. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    58% User Score Based on 218 reviews

    As the Greek Goddess Athena, control the wind, seas, and air to guide the hero Odysseus home from the Trojan Wars. The incredibly realistic water current simulation will amaze and challenge you, as you use your powers to protect the Hero's fleet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God Game : The Odyssey.

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  17. Primordial Fate is a 2D pixel-art point-and-click horror/adventure game where you control multiple characters through a fast-paced, narrative-driven story. With minimal inventory and straightforward puzzles, your ending depends on how thoroughly you explore. Using a simple two-click mouse system - right-click to LOOK and left-click to INTERACT (full controls are explained in-game) - you can exami… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Primordial Fate.

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    In the course of the game, you explore various islands and help the inhabitants to find out information about your father's fate. There are many new skills to learn and adventures to experience along the way. But be careful, the world has many stories to tell, secrets to uncover and dangers to overcome. So what are you waiting for? Find your own path and follow your heart in the world of Anturi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anturi.

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  19. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Hey there! The Steam Demo has a lot more features and is newer compared to the web demo. Go check it out & wish list! Full version will be released after October NextFest and includes: - complete building mode after completion of storyline - accessible features: full controller re-mapping support, HUD and text resizing, audio level control - atmospheric upgrades: particle effects like leaves b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Beaver's Tale.

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  20. In short, "Amy's World" is a rogue-like, deckbuilding card & dice adventure game with a focus on exploration and narrative. No fighting, but puzzles! This is in early development - there is only one playable tutorial level. I will be iterating on the game mechanics for a while, too. The in-game tutorial should be enough to get you going, but here are some instructions anyway: Controls: Playing ful… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amy's World.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Iris, a light spirit, tends to the color of her world with a prismatic mask. One day, darkness envelops the skies and it begins to vacuum away the colors of her beloved Eden. Set out on a journey together to restore this world by dispersing the iridescence that can be found within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yunoia.

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  22. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    65% User Score Based on 17 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    You are Damien Hunt, a junior detective of the Crownston City Police Department. Together with your partner, you are to investigate criminal activities around the city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Hunt - Crownston City PD.

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  23. Werther Quest is a fairy tale style puzzle adventure game. In the game, players will take on the role of a little tree frog named Werther and begin a magical adventure in a miniature world. This game covers the first part of a trilogy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Werther Quest.

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  24. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    67% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    PUZZLE: ULTIMATE - a logic game, the task of which is to assemble puzzles of various sizes.Features: Simple controls (mouse) 30 free levels and a large number of constantly replenishing DLCs (free and paid) Relaxing soundtrack. Beautiful images. Gameplay for all ages. Ability to select a number of puzzles (in the settings menu) from 25 to 225.Credits: Programming: AFBIK Studio Mus… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PUZZLE: ULTIMATE.

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  25. 26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    40% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Follow Jane Westlake on her quest to discover the secret of a mysterious train and stop it from leaving with its cargo. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jane Westlake Adventures - The Mystery Train.

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  26. You are in a Maze. You need to get out of it. The game all in all has ONLY 12 Levels generated randomly. To do this, you will sometimes need blue diamonds, and you can exchange green ones for useful features to get out of the Maze. Use button 'B' button to exchange green diamonds. Use button 'K' button to mark territory. Use button 'L' button to use Navigator. Use bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Labyrinth: The Exit Is Closer.

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  27. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Cats VS Trolls is a humorous and relaxing hidden object game with hand-drawn graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats vs Trolls.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    Silence, cold, solitude… What lies ahead? A short atmospheric third-person adventure about a two-wheeled robot with unconventional controls, stranded in the snowy mountains. Use a gravity beam to lift objects into the air, solve spatial puzzles, and overcome environmental obstacles. Upgrade your robot to unlock new abilities that let you experience and engage with the world in new ways. Explor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SnowBot.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    71% User Score Based on 752 reviews

    In lush alpine mountains and meadows stands the renowned equestrian capital of Europe, a town called Rein Ravine and its surrounding province of the same name. You have been admitted to study in its highly sought-after Rein Ravine Equine University International, alongside with other ambitious equestrians from around the world. This once in a lifetime opportunity leads you to train in the three m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Rein Ravine.

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  30. Help a single dandelion seed find its place to grow on a journey across the world, in this serene yet precise, hand-crafted platformer from Pink Sakura Studios. A touching, narrative adventure about finding your place in the world. told through the simple, elegant journey of a single seed.  Beneath its gentle surface lies a deeper metaphor, about resilience, healing, and the courage to k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to On The Wind's Breath.

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  31. Manga Ninja A platformer without a jump button. In Manga Ninja, you cannot jump. Instead, you throw a shuriken into the air, create a grappling point, and pull yourself toward it. Every movement is deliberate. Every mistake is visible. Every success feels earned. Core Gameplay No jump key — only shuriken grappling Precise mid-air movement Skill-based platforming Easy t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MangaNinja.

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  32. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    69% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameMonster Battle, this is a backpack management auto-battle chess game In this game, you can buy various monsters from the store and deploy them onto the field, then battle against other players! Strategic Construction You will summon various different monsters to fight for you, so the choice of monsters is crucial! Collect Monsters Monsters will have different r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Battles.

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  33. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 208 reviews

    DYSPLACED is a top-down survival action-RPG set in a fantasy realm invaded by modern objects leaking in through cracks in reality. A faction called the Watchers has summoned you as their Guardian to hold back the corruption devouring the land. Break down nearly everything, scavenge dysplaced artifacts - grenades, shotguns, mines, baseball bats, traffic cones, and stranger things - alongside forged… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DYSPLACED.

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  34. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Hidden Cats VS Zombies is a hidden object game – the player's task is to find cats hidden on the map and eliminate the zombies. The game is designed in a zombie apocalypse style, but with a touch of humor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats vs Zombies.

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  35. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    +☢️+ An immersive first-person point-and-click exploration game set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland overrun by giant insects and abandoned robots. Embark on a journey to uncover hidden mysteries, guided solely by hand-drawn sketches—no text or dialogue. About the demo: ~ 30 mins gameplay The demo is a standalone adventure separate from the main storyline. It takes place on an island where your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Back in the Swamp.

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  36. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Meet quirky characters and clean strange artifacts in this short cozy comedy game. From an enchanted teacup to a cursed skull with a chip on its shoulder, each item and client brings new twists and surprises. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WYRMHALL: Brush and Banter.

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  37. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability
    100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Look for your car in a series of mazes and parking lots while you talk to your therapist about feeling lost. An interactive short story about trying to make sense out of the unreal. Based on real dreams! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Dream About Parking Lots.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    91% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Who says that work and play don’t mix? Not us! Play Pocket Boss, the game where you handle lots of fun data and one not-so-fun boss. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Boss.

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  39. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    82% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    3D Escape Game: Chinese Room is a Chinese-style escape room game. You’ll find yourself in a variety of mysterious, challenging rooms inspired by Chinese culture, where you’ll uncover secrets and solve puzzles. The Beauty of Eastern Zen Each scene pays homage to traditional Chinese Zen aesthetics, with serene lighting, minimalist lines, and gentle colors. This design enhances the puzzle-solving pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3D Escape: Chinese Room.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Xenosensory is a short incremental casual game with horror themes. Use your cursor to bust Xenos and save convicts then spend your research points on skill tree upgrades, actions, gadgets, and uncover the true horrifying nature of this space station nightmare. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xenosensory.

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  41. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    73% User Score Based on 45 reviews

    WELCOME TO ANOTHER ONE OF 100 CATS SERIES GAME Join the cutest adventure in the world full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of special themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. Test your attention and observation skills in this cozy and delightful hidden object game. Each cat is more charming than the last, and every discovery … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 100 Forest Cats.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    The mines of the great city of Hamsteria were peaceful and thriving, until the day the horrible rats of the Chedd’Ore clan attacked! Now, the valiant Hamstörm must go back to the city to warn the people about the arrival of these nasty rodents in their tunnels. Travel through a fun and colourful puzzle game, in which you will help Hamstörm make his way inside the mine’s tunnels, now infested … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hamstörm.

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  43. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Meet Ringo, the fluffiest postbunny this side of the mailbox! In Ringo’s Roundup, you’ll plan wild delivery routes by placing wacky Effect Tiles that twist, turn, and toss Ringo’s mail car through vibrant puzzle-packed landscapes! Your mission? Grab every envelope and zoom to the mailbox – but Ringo won’t get far without your clever brainpower. You’re the path-planning genius here! Use tiles to:… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ringo's Roundup.

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  44. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Rated among the top 1% of games in the 2025 GMTK Game Jam, Sisyphus Is a Bug is a knowledgevania about a dung beetle's eternal punishment... now expanded with a new campaign! Sisyphus, the dung beetle, happily rolling his ball of dung, found himself among the gods in Mount Olympus. Zeus, upon seeing the wretched creature dirtying his marble halls, condemns Sisyphus to roll his ball of dung up the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sisyphus Is a Bug.

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  45. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    «The Guardian of Nature» is a wholesome puzzle adventure game about the interconnectedness of nature, created in a wonderful hand-drawn and hand-animation style. You play as Henry, a Guardian of Nature who needs to go on a magical journey to save nature and The Tree of Life. Episode 1 is fully completed, and by purchasing it now, you will receive all future updates and episodes for free. CHANGE SI… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guardian of Nature.

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  47. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    71% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Voice of the Ocean is a single-player adventure about a lost world, and the echoes of a forgotten past. Use your voice to sing ancient melodies and explore a world lost beneath the waves. Dive into the depths to uncover the power within your song and learn why you may be the last of your kind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voice of the Ocean.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    75% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    Arcane Assembly is a fantasy metroidvania where you create spells using a visual programming language. Unlock new instructions, upgrade your powers, and fight epic bosses on your journey to becoming the most powerful wizard who ever lived. Develop powerful spells using a visual scripting language. Hundreds of meaningfully unique spell combinations let you express yourself and your creativity th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Assembly.

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  49. A game in which the author creatively manipulates the template of the main character. It invites players to assume the role of a mob cat within a whimsical atmosphere of various fairy tales. Even the characters, who lack individual names, are memorable due to their distinct personalities and roles in the narrative. In the course of the story, you will encounter puzzles of varying difficulty. The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medetashi Medetashi.

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  50. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    97% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    A short, unconventional escape room experience. You are the candidate. You must find a way out of this room. Things are not as they seem. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Mutation Station.

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