Adventure (2082 programs)
Pros: Unique music-based puzzle mechanics. Heartfelt story with emotional depth.
Cons: No traditional combat for action fans.
Pros: Features the ability to turn off the horror element for players who just want to explore. High-quality visuals. Features a detailed soundscape that puts the player in the environment. Several puzzles for the player to solve during the course of their exploration.
Cons: Some players with low-end machines report performance issues.
Pros: Will likely appeal to fans of Lovecraftian stories. High-quality visuals featuring a range of effects. A complete and original soundtrack to accompany the game. Many distinct areas for the player to explore and Easter eggs to find.
Cons: Horror elements and unsettling themes will not be for everyone.
Pros: 55+ challenging levels. Striking neon-pixel visuals. Energetic electronic soundtrack by multiple artists. Offbeat humor and quirky boss fights.
Cons: Very high difficulty may frustrate casual players. Limited narrative depth outside of humor.
Pros: Hundreds of challenges to go through. Loads of customization options. Rewarding gameplay.
Cons: Controls can get unresponsive.
Pros: Challenging space adventure. Beautiful 2D game environment. Enhanced game quality sequel of 60 Seconds! Reatomized. Retains gameplay many players loved.
Cons: Some outcomes appear too random.
Pros: Intriguing storyline. New machine. Top-notch voice acting.
Cons: Too many technical issues. The puzzles aren't that challenging. Basic graphics. Still audio-dependent.
Pros: Challenging puzzles. Nostalgic PS1 graphics. Lightweight.
Cons: Almost no directions given. Constant backtracking. Limited inventory slots. Cannot drop item on the inventory.
Pros: Tons of cute animal characters. Colorful diorama town environment. Story-rich gameplay. Varying arcade games.
Cons: Random softlocks.
Pros: Unique echolocation gameplay. Beautiful graphics. Playable with or without VR. Good voice acting.
Cons: Repetitive level structure. Monsters are too easy to manipulate. Non-echolocation levels do not have enemies. Short run time.
Pros: Various chapters. Three endings. Lovely and terrifying drawn images.
Cons: Puzzles can be complex. Unlikely to get the good ending without a walkthrough. Some scenes are rather graphic.
Pros: Unique look-but-don't-touch mechanics. Surreal 1910s-inspired map. Calming background music.
Cons: Entire map only consists of a few hallways. Not forthcoming with information. More of a walking simulator than puzzle game. Only three actual puzzles.
Pros: Dark 2D horror atmospheric play. Depicts Taiwan’s local folklore. Powerful game imagery. Easy point-and-click game.
Cons: No power to intervene with Ray’s situation. Slow game pace.
Pros: Striking LIDAR experience.
Cons: Gameplay could be too short for some players.
Pros: Fun blend of action RPG and strategy mechanics. Wide variety of undead units to summon. Stylized 3D visuals and strong audio atmosphere. Satisfying progression through gear and upgrades.
Cons: Gameplay becomes repetitive over time. Narrative is very minimal. Limited mission variety despite different biomes.
Pros: Simple gameplay. Six achievements to unlock. Funny character interaction.
Cons: Short run time. Low-budgeted graphics. Very easy mechanics. Basic puzzles.
Pros: Great premise. Choices heavily matter in the outcome.
Cons: Unrefined character designs. Sloppy interaction animations. Voice acting lacks emotion and depth.
Pros: Crisper graphics. Good voice acting. Flashback system.
Cons: Tedious gameplay. Game ends abruptly. Lackluster monster design. Short play length.
Pros: Unique asymmetrical co-op puzzles. Strong emphasis on communication. Minimalist but atmospheric art and sound.
Cons: Very short runtime (~2–3 hours). No solo play or replay value.
Pros: Strong narrative with well-developed characters. Innovative gameplay mechanics across various genres.
Cons: Niche appeal that may not resonate with all audiences.