Games like Varkovia

"Every journey can feed your family... or destroy it." A narrative game inspired by Papers, Please, where you take on the role of a family man who risks everything to illegally transport goods between countries closed by authoritarian regimes. Your choices on the road will determine the fate of your wife, your sick son, and your own life. You are a laborer often forced into the underwo…

In "Papers, Please" , you play as a border control officer in a dystopian society, deciding who can enter based on documents they provide. This unique document thriller game has won numerous awards, including Best Game of 2013 from The New Yorker and Wired Magazine, and Best Strategy & Simulation Game 2014 from BAFTA. The game excellently combines strategy, narrative, and innovation, making it a must-play for any serious gamer. Note: No information about the developer, publisher, or release date is provided.

Beholder is a single-player adventure game with a dark, dystopian setting. As the State-installed manager of an apartment building, you must covertly watch and profile your tenants, reporting any suspicious activity to the authorities. With ingenious graphics, a splendid soundtrack, and a sensational gameplay, Beholder offers a grim glimpse into a society where privacy is non-existent, and the totalitarian State is all-powerful.

In Contraband Police, play as a border patrol officer in 1981 tasked with scrutinizing travelers' documents and preventing contraband smuggling. With the aid of intelligence reports, conduct vehicle searches using UV flashlights and specialized tools. As situations escalate, you may need to resort to using firearms. Accurate document examination and successful contraband detection are crucial to maintain border security.

In "Last Train Home," players lead a group of Czechoslovak soldiers on a perilous journey through war-torn Siberia, aiming to reach home on an armored train. They must manage resources and maintain morale while navigating the harsh environment and conflicts between Russia's Red and White Armies. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes DLC "Last Train Home - Legion Tales," a digital Artbook, and an atmospheric Soundtrack.

"Mind Scanners" is a psychiatry simulation set in a retro-futuristic, dystopian metropolis called The Structure. As a mind scanner, you'll diagnose and treat citizens using unique arcade-style devices, while managing your time and resources to maintain balance. Face moral dilemmas, join or report the resistance group Moonrise, and gain The Structure's trust to reunite with your daughter in this immersive and thought-provoking game.

Live the rise and fall of a gangster in Prohibition-era Chicago. Strategic turn-based management meets gritty narrative in a city built on blood, booze, and betrayal.

"Spinnortality is a single-player strategy game with good gameplay and lots of grinding, set in a cyberpunk world where you can found a corporation, spread fake news, cause riots, and even achieve immortality. This 8-20 hour turn-based management game allows you to achieve immortality with cutting-edge tech, bribe politicians, and spread fake news. Praised for its depth, stylish visuals, and addictive gameplay."

"The Man Came Around" is a survival game set in a world where a powerful nation, Occida, is in turmoil due to mass protests. As one of five citizens trying to escape the chaos by crossing the Northern Border, you'll face treacherous terrains, corrupt authorities, and scarce resources. Your choices will dictate the story's outcome, forcing you to make difficult decisions that may challenge your moral compass.

For the People is an acute social novel with strategic elements, in which you take control of the newly appointed mayor of a small city. Will the party provide for the people, or are the people just cogs in its machine? The choice is yours, comrade!