Games like Wait! Life is Beautiful!

"The Cat Lady" is a dark, psychological horror adventure game. Players control Susan, a woman who has decided to take her own life, but finds herself intervened by strange events and a group of beings known as "The Parasites." As she delves deeper into their world, she must confront her own inner demons and make difficult choices that will have lasting consequences. The game features point-and-click gameplay, puzzle-solving, and a gripping narrative about mental health, trauma, and redemption.

"Always Sometimes Monsters" is a narrative-driven RPG where your choices significantly impact the story. As a down-and-out writer, you must make difficult decisions to reconcile with a former love, all while dealing with life's harsh realities. The game features a unique perspective system, where your character's gender and race are determined by the player you choose at the start.

In "Night Call," you play as a taxi driver who becomes entangled in a series of murder investigations. With over 85 original characters and three distinct cases, players must balance the need for information with their own survival. The game features a noire art style and allows players to freely roam the streets between cases. Choose your conversations and actions wisely to solve the mysteries and uncover the identity of the killers.

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 "Paper Cages" , play as the Grim Reaper in an office job, deciding who lives or dies and affecting the world with your choices. Experience a narrative-based indie game similar to "Papers, Please" and "Beholder," with humor and existential dread as you climb the reaper career ladder. Personalize your office space, interact with coworkers, and try not to let the gravity of your responsibilities get to you. No information available about the release date or developer.

Rue Valley is a narrative-driven adventure where you explore a charming town trapped in a mysterious time loop, uncovering the stories of its quirky residents. With rich character interactions and atmospheric locations, the game invites players to piece together the town’s secrets while experiencing emotional and memorable moments. Its unique art style and storytelling create an immersive and heartfelt journey.

"Paper Cages" is a horror game that explores the theme of mental health, with themes of depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The game tasks you with daily activities, personifying the idea of an "Archenemy" as internal struggles. With a focus on Personal themes, players must navigate these challenges with only a mouse and keyboard. For those interested in serious topic games, check out "Death and Taxes" by the same developers.

"Beholder 2" is a grim, dystopian game where you start as an intern in the Ministry, a powerful organization that controls every aspect of citizens' lives. As you climb the career ladder, you'll face moral dilemmas, political intrigue, and the burden of choice, deciding whether to be a diligent officer, a ruthless careerist, or a whistleblower. Your actions will shape your future, and happiness, in this dark, Orwellian world. Learn more at , or follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

"Depression Quest" is a text-based game that simulates living with depression, presenting players with everyday challenges to manage while dealing with the illness. The game offers multiple endings and features over 150 unique encounters, with available choices and generated content based on the player's depression levels. The audio and visuals also adjust to reflect the player's emotional state, enhancing the immersive experience.

"Night in the Woods" is a narrative-driven adventure game where college dropout Mae Borowski returns to her crumbling hometown, Possum Springs, to reconnect with old friends. However, the town and its residents have changed, and strange occurrences hint at something sinister lurking in the woods. The game features point-and-click exploration, dialogue choices, and mini-games, with a focus on story and character development.