Games like The Mind of Marlo

In The Silent Age, players assume the role of Joe, a maintenance worker in the 1970s who discovers a time-travel device. He uses it to explore the past and future, uncovering a conspiracy and attempting to save humanity. The game features point-and-click puzzle mechanics, with players solving problems by interacting with the environment and using items from their inventory. The story is presented in a minimalist, film noir-inspired style with a haunting soundtrack.

"Bear With Me" is an episodic noir adventure game where Amber, helped by her teddy bear sidekick Ted E. Bear, searches for her missing brother amidst a series of fires and suspects in the illustrated Paper City. The game features a unique 2D art style, clever dialogues full of puns, and various puzzles to solve. Be prepared for a gritty, yet humorous journey with a mysterious arsonist on the loose.

DISTRAINT is a single-player horror role-playing game with an intriguing story, sensational graphics, and atmospheric music. As protagonist Price, players seize an elderly woman's property to secure a partnership, only to face the consequences of losing one's humanity. The game features simple but effective gameplay, with side-scrolling 2D graphics, minimalist interface, and puzzles, offering a two-hour journey through a unique, dark, and grim world filled with dark humor.

"Belladonna" is a single-player horror arcade game now available on itch.io, previously exclusive to Steam. As a corpse girl rising from the dead in a gothic, twisted setting, uncover the mysteries of your own death and reanimation. The story follows a doctor and his wife dealing with the tragedy of their child's death, leading to a dark obsession and Belladonna's descent into despair. Experience sensational graphics, masterful music, and a chilling atmosphere in this gothic adventure.

In "Frog Detective 1: The Haunted Island" , players assume the role of the famous investigator, The Detective, as they explore a 3D world to solve the mystery of a sloth's ghostly encounters. Meet a cast of quirky characters, gather clues, and enjoy an original soundtrack, all while experiencing an estimated one-hour gameplay time. This family-friendly game features a frog detective and promises a great time filled with laughter and intrigue.

"Maize" is a single-player mystery action game with fantastic mechanics, great graphics, and a phenomenal soundtrack. The game, which describes itself as an "absurd world" filled with sentient corn, offers an immersive and humorous experience with environmental puzzles and a colorful cast of characters. However, optimization is missing and replayability is limited. Explore an abandoned farm and underground research facility while uncovering the intriguing story of what the corn really want.

"Stick it to The Man!" is a quirky 2D adventure game where you, as hard-hat tester Ray, gain the ability to read minds and modify the world with stickers. After a strange accident, Ray must clear his name, fight against a conspiracy, and deal with bizarre characters in a darkly comic story. Use your wits, stickers, and imagination to navigate through the intricate puzzles and save the day.

Deponia: The Complete Journey is a humorous, point-and-click adventure game set in a weird and wacky world. Players control Rufus, a selfish and reckless guy living on the junk-covered planet Deponia, as he tries to reach the expensive floating cities in the sky. The game is a compilation of the original Deponia, plus its two sequels: Chaos on Deponia and Goodbye Deponia. Join Rufus in his chaotic journey full of quirky characters, creative puzzles, and satirical humor.

"Bulb Boy" is a horror-adventure puzzle game where you play as a boy with a light bulb for a head. Explore your home to uncover the mystery of a monstrous invasion, using your abilities to solve puzzles and evade enemies. The game features hand-drawn art and a unique, creepy atmosphere.

In "Frog Detective 2: The Case of the Invisible Wizard," players take on the role of the famous Frog Detective to solve a mysterious crime. The town's celebration for the Invisible Wizard has been ruined, and it's up to the Detective to find out who is responsible. With a lighthearted and quirky tone, players will search for clues, interview suspects, and use their detective skills to solve the case in this one-hour adventure. Recommended for those who enjoyed the first Frog Detective game, "The Haunted Island."