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What We Were is a system that is designed to be easily adapted to fit whatever story you're trying to tell. It allows players to create any character in any setting with accessible mechanics. So, instead of wasting time trying to hack your favourite system to work with the story you're trying to tell, let What We Were help you tell the tale with ease.  Whether it’s a tale about a classical, Arth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What We Were.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,666 reviews

Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane is a visual novel inspired by the Ace Attorney series. You play as a defense attorney who practices law in a world of fantasy and wizards. You must defend clients accused of various crimes committed using magic and use the rules of magic to prove them innocent. However, the system is corrupt to its core and manipulated by the aristocracy. Will you acquit you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

100% User Score Based on 31 reviews

StoryA grisly murder took place at the offices of Lilien Entertainment, home of famous VTuber "Kuripa," resulting in the death of its founder. The killer can only be one of the company's six employees. What's weird, though, is that multiple employees all claim to be Kuripa's real face, saying they were streaming at the time of the murder—which is, of course, impossible. As prosecutor Ju… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Real Face of a VTuber.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 372 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

The Consuming Shadow is a procedural survival horror adventure in which you must explore the land, fight your way through randomly-generated dungeons and try to stay sane in your quest to save the world from the invading Ancients. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Consuming Shadow.

In the distant future, AI has permeated every corner of human society. You will play the role of the new police officer, Ryan Sinclair, in the floating city "New Babylon" and the abandoned industrial area "Old Babylon". You will investigate a series of abnormal events triggered by AI. On the surface, this is just an ordinary law enforcement mission; but as the truth gradually… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 巴比伦:人与人之战.

The Ultimate Crossover Have you ever found yourself asking "What if Solid Snake worked for the space mafia and fought Bondrewd from Made in Abyss because he kept stealing things from him, and also Cuphead was there sometimes?" ...No, I'm probably the only one who has. Regardless, this game sets out to answer this question, along with many more questions that no one asked via the medium of an ext… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Adventure: Dawn of the Prequel.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Detective Worden is a narrative-driven word puzzle game set in a noir world, inspired by Wordle and classic detective fiction. Each word brings you one step closer to the truth. A mysterious informant sends you cryptic clues in the form of single words. Through deduction, pattern recognition, and a touch of intuition, you'll sift through layers of language to piece together the full picture. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Worden.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

A word puzzle roguelike set in a steamgoth world of amalgamated steam-age technology and antediluvian sorcery. Collect resources, solve dangerous situations and prepare for a showdown with each Master Villain to discover the meaning behind the Word of Yendor! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Words of Yendor.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

97% User Score Based on 814 reviews

Critic Score 92%Based on 1 reviews

Golden Treasure is a game for those who carry dragons in their hearts. Hunt, explore, survive, and become Great among the True Children of Sun and Earth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Treasure: The Great Green.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

82% User Score Based on 102 reviews

With his sister Kaori held hostage, Yuuto must fight as an Etranger, a warrior of power, and take up the sword to fight alongside the beautiful female Spirits who protect the land from an evil that threatens to consume it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aselia the Eternal: The Spirit of Eternity Sword.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

83% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Search for a ruthless assassin in this Gamebook Adventure where YOU control the story! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Assassin in Orlandes.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

84% User Score Based on 378 reviews

In a society where having the last word means having power over others, a small party is disrupted by a gentleman who politely issues orders via one-way intercom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Word.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

83% User Score Based on 77 reviews

A mysterious contract from the royal family sparks the interest of an organized band of sellswords. What seems like a normal job quickly spirals into a whirlwind of betrayal and tragedy, thrusting a young rogue and his unlikely companions into the middle of an ancient prophecy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Great Gaias.

Eldritch Gambit is a fantasy role-playing game (RPG) toolkit. Here, players step into the role of adventurers struggling against powerful forces and making difficult decisions. To those running the game, it is a set of building blocks rather than a themed playset: Use a favorite fictional setting or just work together to create the adventures you want. This book includes the basic rules on how … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Gambit.

In "Kisera's Curse", you take control of Kisera, a young girl who has been cursed since birth. Her unique power—while mysterious and powerful—has made her a target of a dark organization that seeks to exploit her abilities for nefarious purposes. Raised in isolation, Kisera always knew something was different about her, but she never fully understood the true nature of her curse. That is, unti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kisera's curse.

What type of game is Glyfi? Glyfi is a system that can be used to support a tabletop RPG adventure or be used for making other games! It is a system reference document, or SRD, that can be used to play a game as-is or can be used to build into other games and variations. Change your odds with Glyfi's diceless mechanics! Instead of using dice, Glyfi uses printable tokens that players draw from a c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glyfi SRD.

Washed ashore on a mysterious, uncharted island, you are immediately plunged into a fight for your soul and sanity. This land is completely corrupted, overrun by monsters and demons sneaking their way to the surface through a mysterious doorway. Myth Of The Moirai is an unforgiving multiplayer open-world survival game where you must battle the elements, hunger, thirst, and endless hordes of nightm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Myth of the Moirai.

BlockRoxx Pirates – Survive, Build, Conquer! ‍☠️ BlockRoxx Pirates is an immersive open-world sandbox survival game, that throws you into the dangerous world of stranded pirates. Shipwrecked on a mysterious island, you and your fellow buccaneers must gather resources, craft tools, and build your own pirate stronghold while fending off wild animals, ruthless cannibals, and rival pirate crews. Sur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlockRoxx Pirates.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Atomic Warfare is a thrilling and strategic game that allows players to represent a country in a high-stakes battle. Players can choose to represent any country of their choice and are tasked with building and positioning their own offensive and defensive bases on the territory. In Atomic Warfare, players must carefully strategize and plan their moves, deciding which buildings to construct a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Atomic Warfare.

Goals And Goals is a roleplaying game for 3 to 5 players plus a GM, based around football (soccer). The aim is not to simulate an entire match, but rather, to give a glorious highlights package, focussing on those moments that make or break a team's fortunes, both on and off the pitch. The players play as the core group of "star" players for their football club, with success both a collective and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goals And Goals.

Let us take you beyond the veil of the gothic-noir world of the Van Helsing games, straight into the timeless depths of the twisted otherworld. There is a chain of strongholds in the mists that were once built to keep the horrors of the void at bay. And now these monsters are returning to conquer and kill: only you can stop them before they break through to the everyday world of Borgovia. Choose y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World of Van Helsing: Deathtrap.

Let us take you beyond the veil of the gothic-noir world of the Van Helsing games, straight into the timeless depths of the twisted otherworld. There is a chain of strongholds in the mists that were once built to keep the horrors of the void at bay. And now these monsters are returning to conquer and kill: only you can stop them before they break through to the everyday world of Borgovia. Choose y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World of Van Helsing: Deathtrap.

A young woman regains consciousness on a deserted shore. There are no people and no signs of shelter—only the sea and a dense forest concealing an unknown land. She has no idea where she is. Should she search for other people and ask for help—or hide, fearing that someone may be pursuing her? Who is she, and how did she get here? Those are questions that still need to be answered. But before she… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robinson: Survival.

Forge Your LegendChoose your path among three unique classes, each offering distinct combat styles and progression systems: Warrior – Master brutal melee techniques, overwhelming strength, and unbreakable defense. Ranger – Strike from the shadows with swift movements, precise attacks, and deadly accuracy. Mage – Command the elements and unleash devastating arcane power upon your enemies. Di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godfall: Embers.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

92% User Score Based on 104 reviews

Once you open this book, you are no longer just a reader. A "reading-style" fantasy adventure in the spirit of The NeverEnding Story — handcrafted over six years by a 30-year veteran from Vanillaware. 100% handmade, from the first page to the last. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle.

In Noire Police Detective: Gangster Drama Simulator, investigate a noir-inspired conspiracy through neon-lit streets, motels, bars, warehouses, and ruined landmarks. Decide how far you’re willing to go to uncover the truth. Investigate the Case Use Detective Vision to uncover hidden clues, inspect crime scenes, and reveal secrets others want to keep buried. Combine evidence in your case journal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noire Police Detective: Gangster Drama Simulator.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

Beast Breaker is a turn-based, mouse-bouncing adventure. You play as a tiny warrior named Skipper, tasked with defending innocents from giant mosaic beasts that threaten to destroy everything. The game combines pinball physics with tactical decision making. Pick a style of attack, line up the best angle, and launch! Watch Skip careen around the screen and break the giant beasts to pieces. Along … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beast Breaker.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

It's after midnight on the Quartzway Express, and everyone is woken up by signs of a MAGICAL ROBBERY! Players take on the role of Kabili as you tumble out of bed and work to solve your first ever mystery as a newly accredited arcane investigator.  Along the way, you'll meet your new investigative co-workers, question suspects, and search for evidence at the scene of the crime. Ultimately, you w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Investigations.

Absence of Light is a soulslike game, also known as an action RPG.  The world is ruled by Supreme Demon Lords, who wield ancient necromantic powers. Society is on the brink of extinction, shrouded in perpetual darkness and under constant subjugation, with even human heroes falling under their control. The protagonist represents humanity's last hope, being immune to mind control by the Supreme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absence of Light.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Extra Coin is a narrative side-scrolling thriller game mixing sports, set in a virtual social network called The Arcade, where the entire population has devoted their lives. It's a hard story about revenge, failure, resistance, and hiding behind appearances. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Extra Coin.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

81% User Score Based on 37 reviews

Step into a world of gothic and Egyptian horror and adventure, set in the campaign setting of Ravenloft. This series of entrancing horrors includes Ravenloft: Strahd's Possession and its sequel, Ravenloft: Stone Prophet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft Series.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

69% User Score Based on 324 reviews

On a cold November night in a desolate estate deep in the mountains an innocent life has prematurely perished and its up to the player to find out who did it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Detective's Novel.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

70% User Score Based on 1,642 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Paris, the times of the French Revolution. The Player controls a Judge – an alcoholic and a gambler - of The Revolutionary Tribunal. His objective is to preside over court proceedings, judging people brought in front of him – revolutionaries and their enemies, criminals and ordinary citizens. Along the course of the story, the protagonist will be expanding his influence over XVIIIth-century Paris,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to We. The Revolution.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

84% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Endless RPG is a random map and adventure generator for Dungeons and Dragons 2024 and 5e. It is intended as a toolkit for solo play D&D as well as an aid for dungeon masters.   This random map generator is not a game. It is a tool for playing tabletop pen-and-paper role-playing games (TTRPG). Endless RPG allows you to play solo DnD or quickly create maps and encounters. It does not perform … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endless RPG: Random Map Generator for D&D 2024 and 5e.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

97% User Score Based on 240 reviews

The Zodiac Trial has begun, and everybody's life is on the line! Will these 12 jurors be able to solve the mysteries and cooperate, or will they resort to betrayal, deception, and violence? Get out alive or die, die again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Zodiac Trial.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

68% User Score Based on 59 reviews

The London Times started it all – calling the murders the work of an ancient Egyptian curse. I accused the tabloid of capitalizing on the superstitions of the populace. Yet, three men were dead, with the wrappings of a 4000-year old mummy binding their fates together. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse.

This is the first chapter of Agent of Strange — an upcoming story-driven RPG from the creators of the award-winning 'The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante', set in a mysterious early XX-century city. Get ready for a dark roleplaying thriller with immersive sim elements. Your every move will open a labyrinth of choices, possibilities and consequences. Create your unique story out of countless pie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agent of Strange: Arrival.

Upgradia is designed as a long-term RPG home, with social systems and progression goals that give players reasons to return. Join a guild, recruit members, contribute to shared objectives, and complete rotating guild challenges together. Follow questlines across combat, gathering, crafting, and exploration, earn achievements, collect rewards, and climb rankings across multiple parts of the game. W… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Upgradia.

Between faith and superstition, between truth and myth, ancient legends come back to life in the shadows. Step into the shoes of Lucio, a Vatican investigator tasked with examining cases that defy any rational explanation. Creatures from Italian folklore emerge from forgotten tales, leaving behind clues that are difficult to decipher. Every investigation will lead you to explore richly detailed … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Relicta In Memoriam.

When a murder is committed under mysterious and supernatural circumstances, the Inspector arrives on the scene, ready to interrogate witnesses, decipher riddles, and fend off attackers seeking their next victim. Ready your spyglass and sword as you take on these two murder mystery RPGs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Murder Collection.

Ready to fight?! Then go ahead! Start your space battle in Star Defender 4 and prevent impudent aliens from conquering the Earth! Who can give a dare to numerous hordes of Insectus and to protect the native Galaxy? What do the Black Holes hide inside them and where do they lead? To answer these questions one should become a hero of Star Defender 4 who is brave and strong enough to break this dark… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Defender 4 (Free).

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

96% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Determine the Truth of the Incident Can you identify the culprit behind a supernatural murder using nothing but information from social media timelines—without ever leaving your room? Humans with supernatural powers are known as “Demons”.The bizarre incidents they cause are called “Paradoxes”. Demons' Timeline is a mystery adventure game in which you investigate the truth behind these Paradoxes fr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demons' Timeline.

This game world is driven by the roll of dice — every throw triggers new events and challenges. Players must explore, leap across tiles, and make their way through the unknown. Battles unfold through strategic card duels, where building and managing your deck is key. With limited resources and a ticking clock, only those who plan wisely will survive… and ultimately, defeat the Demon King. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The last throne.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

96% User Score Based on 80 reviews

The King Mere is dead. His brother stands accused.Step into Murder of King Mere, a captivating painterly-pixelated murder mystery set in the secluded City of Ink. King Mere, once a beacon of diplomacy for the Dog Empyre, now lies a bloodstain on the snow. His brother, August, has been swiftly convicted. As the Master Detective's Apprentice, you arrive four days too late to the crime scene. Is th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkway: Murder of King Mere.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

88% User Score Based on 34 reviews

Step Through the Gates of Skeldal – A Legendary Czech Grid-Based Dungeon CrawlerGates of Skeldal is a cult-classic Czech grid-based dungeon crawler from 1998 that captivated RPG fans with its unique gameplay, epic story, and challenges that will test your wits and strategic thinking. It was a big deal in Czechia in the ‘90s, but before you download and review it, please keep in mind that this is a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brány Skeldalu.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

The Burden of Proof saga continues! Step into the shoes of legendary prosecutor Conrad Cross during a pivotal moment of his journey. Investigate crime scenes, solve mysteries using evidence, and make your case in the courtroom. The burden lies with you to unravel the truth! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burden of Truth.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

74% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Albatroz is a backpacking adventure RPG that will take you through majestic landscapes in search of your lost sibling. A tale about knowing when to let go and start over. Follow Isla’s journey through the Forbidden Lands, a breathtaking, otherworldly realm where two worlds converge. Once trapped in a numbing, monotonous life, Isla is now driven to embark on a quest to find the one true connect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Albatroz.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

90% User Score Based on 1,290 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 31 reviews

Omensight is an Action Murder-Mystery game. In order to prevent the apocalypse, you are fated to repeat the last day of the world until it can be saved. Investigate clues, fight enemies, and solve the murder of the Godless-Priestess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omensight.

Harold, what is the Sybaritic Extravaganza? Sybaritic Extravaganza is my vivid fantasy of heroic adventures that came out of my universal boredom. What kind of adventures? Imagine a big island called Caravella, which was splintered into pieces due to the great ancient war. It is inhabited by various peoples ruled by the old royal dynasty for 200 years. What an interesting start! Yeah, bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sybaritic Extravaganza.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

62% User Score Based on 79 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

Official game of the iconic game books by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fighting Fantasy Legends.