Games like Ara and the Empty Universe
by Basim Aziz
It's been a few months since everyone mysteriously vanished. You find yourself driving from city to city looking for anyone and anything. But, so far your search has yielded nothing... You've got to keep looking... Keep busy... You can't let your thoughts fester.
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$0.99木夕镇的午夜轮回 Midnight cycle in Muxi Town
May 16 · ZSJ工作室
Both: Pixel Graphics · Exploration
What kind of work is this? This is an experimental multi storyline game. The work tells a science fiction story about consciousness implantation and simulated biological experiments. The work consists of a mixture of 24 storylines, 3 types of reincarnation endings, and 1 main ending.
Pixel GraphicsPsychological HorrorMultiple EndingsExplorationSingleplayerInteractive FictionNonlinearPuzzleLogicStrategy RPG
$8.99Milk outside a bag of milk outside a bag of milk
Dec 16 · Nikita Kryukov
Both: Pixel Graphics
A sequel to Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk. Dive into demented and bizarre world once again and help the girl become a little happier.
Psychological HorrorVisual NovelPsychedelicPixel GraphicsStory RichIndieMultiple EndingsPsychologicalAbstract2D👍 20,779
$1.99The Test
Feb 24 · Randumb Studios
Both: Pixel Graphics
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Choose Your Own AdventureSimulationMultiple EndingsStory RichPixel GraphicsPsychological HorrorPsychologicalSingleplayerChoices MatterVisual Novel👍 19,596
-80%$0.99Awareness Rooms
Jun 16 · GAME NA KIBUN
Both: Pixel Graphics · Anime
You find yourself in a room you know nothing of. As you examine the objects around you, your awareness rises and the room slowly comes into focus. Can you find your way out?
IndieAdventurePixel GraphicsPuzzleFemale ProtagonistCuteAnimeShort2DSingleplayer👍 555
$14.99Still There
Nov 20 · GhostShark
Both: Emotional
Every day is the same on the faraway Bento space-lighthouse - until a mysterious radio message breaks through. Evade the past, welcome oblivion, make the perfect Italian coffee. Still There is a psychological adventure game about grief, technical puzzles, wacky AIs and dark humour. How far is far enough?
Point & ClickAdventureEmotionalStory RichSpacePsychologicalSci-fiAtmosphericPuzzleSingleplayer👍 771
FreeMissing Translation
Sep 24 · AlPixel Games, Luis Diaz, Gustavo Santos, Albert Fernandez, Tice Thomason
Both: Pixel Graphics
Lost in a weird city in the middle of the desert and surrounded by strange creatures that keep staring at you. This is a game about exploring the unknown and solving puzzles... lots of them! Don't be fooled by the looks, this isn't a point & click adventure.
Free to PlayPixel GraphicsPuzzleIndieAdventureCasualGreat SoundtrackPoint & ClickSingleplayer2D👍 111
-50%$3.99迷离诡夜 blurred weird night
Nov 16 · QSN
Both: Exploration
I thought it was a comedy, but it turned out to be a tragedy. If there's a chance to go back in time and change something that would cause lifelong regret, would you fight with all you have? (Including story mode and zombie mode)
3DSexual ContentHorrorExplorationFPSDating SimAdventureNudityImmersive SimWalking Simulator👍 313
$29.99The Talos Principle
Dec 11 · Croteam
Both: 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👍 29,240
$4.99Is Simon There?
May 6 · Stanislaw Truchowski
Both: Dark
A few months have passed since the death of my son, Simon. Ever since that tragic day, I find myself falling into the darkest emotions I could ever imagine. I am haunted everyday with what I have done; But sometimes, I am haunted by more than just my emotions...
HorrorPsychological HorrorStory RichRealisticDarkPuzzleWalking SimulatorThrillerCollectathonAtmospheric👍 286
$0.99PATIENT
Jun 1 · NW Games
Both: Dark · Exploration
You are a patient of a psychiatric clinic. You don't remember anything about your past. A certain orderly helped you escape, because he knew that you were here by mistake. You need to find out the real reason of it.
AdventureDetectiveStory RichPoint & Click3DAtmosphericDarkHidden ObjectExplorationFMV
$0.99Wickless: the void
Jan 27 · SoSad
Both: Pixel Graphics · Exploration
A gloomy platformer in which you have to get out of the desperate consciousness of the main character. The unique ambient and minimalistic graphics will create a tense atmosphere. Explore the game space and avoid all its aggressive inhabitants.
Pixel GraphicsHorrorAtmosphericActionStealthMinimalistExploration2DWalking SimulatorHidden Object
$18.99Shadow Corridor 2 雨ノ四葩
Mar 29 · Space Onigiri Game LLC
Both: Dark
Lost forever in the pitch black! But that's what makes it fun! The vast corridors covered in darkness change with each play. All you can do is run or hide from the frightening Apparitions. Use unique items and Karuta cards with special powers in your desperate search for an escape from the darkness!
HorrorProcedural GenerationStealthRoguelikePsychological HorrorDeckbuildingActionStory RichDarkAdventure👍 855
$0.99Wooden House
Sep 5 · GDNomaD
Both: Dark
What could be better than relaxing in nature? Taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the city in a small cottage. Spending time reading books by the fireplace. But one night, strange voices began to echo from deep within the basement.
Walking SimulatorShortIndieDarkSurvival HorrorAdventureFirst-PersonSingleplayerPvENature👍 158
$2.99Judas
Jan 18 · Studio48
Both: Dark · Exploration
Judas is an atmospheric psychological horror experience. Accidentally trapped in an apartment complex, you face dark paranormal events that push you to escape as fast as possible; yet, fleeing is not an option.
Psychological HorrorHorrorDarkSupernaturalAdventureExplorationHidden ObjectPuzzlePoint & ClickAction-Adventure
$0.99One Wish
Jun 6 · GDNomaD
Both: Exploration
Сlassic indie horror for one evening. The game has no tips, you need to solve all the puzzles yourself and avoid the monster that wants to devour your soul. Therefore, you need to be very careful and attentive to escape from the nightmare.
AdventureIndieHorrorPsychological HorrorWalking SimulatorPuzzleExplorationFirst-PersonMinimalistPsychological👍 162
$3.99Kiosk
Jan 29 · Vivi
Both: Pixel Graphics
Kiosk is a horror cooking game where you prepare orders for late-night customers who visit your cozy, rain-soaked kiosk. The eerie atmosphere clashes with the mounting tension as you serve your mysterious visitors.
HorrorCookingPsychological HorrorImmersive SimPixel GraphicsFirst-PersonAction-Adventure3DAtmosphericWalking Simulator👍 2,555
$0.99The Lost Souls
Apr 11 · GDNomaD
Both: Exploration
What does it feel like to find yourself in hell? You don't feel the wind, you don't see the sun. No more hearing child's laughter. No memory of those who once were your friends and family.
IndieHorrorFirst-PersonGothicStory RichPuzzleShortWalking SimulatorExploration3D👍 203
