Games like Hourglass
by Cyberwave
The Talos Principle 2 and Viewfinder play most like Hourglass. Of the 18 closest games below, most share its puzzle and puzzle platformer; 18 are free or under $10 and 1 has co-op. The best known is The Talos Principle, with 29,254 Steam reviews.
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The Talos Principle 2
Nov 2, 2023 · Croteam
Both: Puzzle · First-Person · Puzzle Platformer
The Talos Principle 2 is a thought-provoking first-person puzzle experience that greatly expands on the first game's philosophical themes and stunning environments with increasingly mind-bending challenges.
PuzzleStory RichPhilosophicalFirst-PersonSci-fiPuzzle PlatformerExplorationWalking Simulator3D PlatformerLore-Rich👍 12,501Viewfinder
Jul 18, 2023 · Sad Owl Studios
Both: Puzzle Platformer · First-Person · Puzzle
Challenge perception, redefine reality, and reshape the world around you with an instant camera. Viewfinder is a new single player game offering gamers hours of interesting and fun experiences while uncovering the mysteries left behind.
Puzzle PlatformerFirst-PersonPuzzleSingleplayerAbstractSurrealPsychologicalAdventurePhysicsAtmospheric👍 12,046Aethernaut
Mar 15, 2022 · Dragon Slumber
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer · First-Person
You awaken without any knowledge of who you are, as a voice tells you that you are “The Aethernaut”, capable of exploring the Construct despite the deadly aether. Explore a series of rooms and solve the experiments as you discover who you are. Will you escape the Construct before it's too late?
PuzzlePuzzle PlatformerFirst-Person3D PlatformerSingleplayerSci-fiExplorationFemale ProtagonistStory RichAtmosphericTrine 3: The Artifacts of Power
Aug 20, 2015 · Frozenbyte
Both: Puzzle Platformer · 3D Platformer · Puzzle
The Trine heroes in full 3D. Explore a fairytale world of breathtaking sceneries and enchanting creatures, solving puzzles as wizard, knight and thief, alone or together in online or local co-op.
Puzzle PlatformerAction-Adventure3D PlatformerCo-opFantasyLocal Co-OpOnline Co-OpPuzzleControllerCo-op Campaign👍 7,302Moss II VR
Oct 20, 2022 · Polyarc
Both: Exploration · Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle
Quill is back—and she’s being hunted. To stand a chance, Quill will need a true partner by her side—and we hope that partner is you. Moss: Book II is an action-adventure puzzle game and award-winning sequel (The Game Awards "Best VR/AR Game") to Moss.
ExplorationPuzzle PlatformerPuzzlePlatformerVRAction-AdventureFemale ProtagonistCuteFirst-PersonThird Person👍 732Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Nov 10, 2017 · Eurocom, THQ Nordic
Both: Puzzle Platformer · 3D Platformer · Puzzle
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
Action-AdventurePuzzle PlatformerAtmosphericColorful3D PlatformerPuzzlePlatformerRPGCreature CollectorThird Person👍 628Supraland
Apr 5, 2019 · Supra Games
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Exploration · First-Person
Try the demo! A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, terrible combat, secret upgrades and new abilities that help you reach new places. Playtime 12-25h.
Puzzle PlatformerExplorationMetroidvaniaAdventureFirst-PersonSingleplayerPhysicsPuzzleFPSOpen World👍 12,398EDGE
Aug 11, 2011 · Two Tribes
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle · 3D Platformer
EDGE, the award winning retro-styled platform game has been extended! Now with over 40 brand new levels, additional music and all-new races against the notorious Dark Cube!
Puzzle PlatformerPuzzleIndieActionPlatformerGreat SoundtrackSingleplayerIsometricCasual3D Platformer👍 1,826The Ball
Oct 26, 2010 · Teotl Studios
Both: 3D Platformer · Puzzle Platformer · First-Person
As a swashbuckling archaeologist, unlock the mystery of the ancient ruins that have been hidden for centuries and discover a mysterious artifact, a gold and metal shelled Ball.
3D PlatformerPuzzle PlatformerFirst-PersonPuzzleStrategyActionIndieSci-fiAdventurePhysics👍 831Quantum Conundrum
Jun 21, 2012 · Airtight Games
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle · 3D Platformer
Find and rescue your uncle by using his newest invention to work your way through a crazy complex mansion as you switch between dimensions and solve puzzles!
Puzzle PlatformerPuzzle3D PlatformerFirst-PersonPhysicsComedyCasualPlatformerSingleplayerStrategy👍 1,758The Talos Principle
Dec 11, 2014 · Croteam
Both: Puzzle · First-Person · Exploration
The Talos Principle is a first-person puzzle game in the tradition of philosophical science fiction. Made by Croteam and written by Tom Jubert (FTL, The Swapper) and Jonas Kyratzes (The Sea Will Claim Everything).
PuzzlePhilosophicalFirst-PersonSci-fiStory RichAtmosphericSingleplayerGreat SoundtrackRobotsExploration👍 29,254Tobla - Divine Path
Mar 29, 2024 · Nementic Games
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle · First-Person
In Tobla - Divine Path, creative puzzle gameplay, a story inspired by classics like Portal™, and impressive 3D graphics come together. Step into the role of Mort and tackle the challenging puzzles and cynical comments of the cunning goddess Tobla to find your way home.
Puzzle PlatformerPuzzleFirst-Person3DAdventureIndieLinearMythologyAtmosphericComedy👍 205COCOON
Sep 29, 2023 · Geometric Interactive
Both: Puzzle · Exploration · Puzzle Platformer
From Jeppe Carlsen, the lead gameplay designer of LIMBO and INSIDE — COCOON takes you on an adventure across worlds within worlds. Master world-leaping mechanics and solve intricate puzzles to unravel a cosmic mystery.
AdventurePuzzleExplorationIndiePuzzle PlatformerStylizedAtmospheric3DSingleplayerFuturistic👍 7,987Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered
Feb 14, 2025 · Aspyr, Crystal Dynamics
Both: Puzzle · 3D Platformer · Exploration
Her legacy lives on! Play the next series of Tomb Raider adventures in this remastered collection of Lara Croft's darkest adventures.
ActionAdventureAction-AdventurePlatformerPuzzle3D PlatformerThird PersonExplorationPrecision PlatformerPuzzle Platformer👍 1,513The Last Cube
Mar 10, 2022 · Improx Games
Both: 3D Platformer · Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
Cube puzzler and an epic adventure. Stamp stickers to the sides of your cube to imbue each surface with unique powers, which are vital to solving puzzles and finding secrets.
3D PlatformerPuzzlePuzzle PlatformerDifficult3DThird PersonColorfulLogicSci-fiScience👍 130TRI: Of Friendship and Madness
Oct 9, 2014 · Rat King Entertainment
Both: Puzzle · Exploration · First-Person
Find a way through the towers and dungeons of TRI by solving puzzles, climbing impossible ascents and reflecting light-rays. The mystical TRI will let you create your own paths in this strange world – just try not to lose your mind when you're falling upside down!
AdventurePuzzleIndieExplorationFirst-Person3D PlatformerSurrealPlatformerAtmosphericSingleplayer👍 364Praey for the Gods
Dec 14, 2021 · No Matter Studios
Both: 3D Platformer · Female Protagonist · Puzzle Platformer
Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.
Adventure3D PlatformerAction-AdventureFemale ProtagonistActionPuzzle PlatformerExplorationCinematicThird PersonMythology👍 2,490
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