Games like A Juggler's Tale

92% positive from 2,213 reviewsReleased 202151% finish itSteam Deck Verified

What it is

A 2D puzzle-platformer where players use puppet strings to navigate obstacles in a grim fairytale world. It features a story of escape and empowerment with lyrical narration.

What players liked

Players praise this beautiful, simple, and lovely narrated platformer about a puppet's freedom.

The catch

Interactable objects blend into the scenery, so puzzles turn into trial and error.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 92% positive, but with 2,213 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like A Juggler's Tale

NUTS

88% positive from 1,060 reviews202143% finish itDeck Verified

This is a surveillance and tracking puzzle game where players set up cameras to observe squirrel behavior. It features a mysterious story and a unique day/night gameplay loop.

What players likedPlayers praise the amazing visuals and engaging gameplay, with a curious, spooky mystery driving the story.

Both are tagged Narration, Atmospheric and Story Rich.

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Fears to Fathom - Carson House

92% positive from 2,763 reviews202353% finish itDeck Playable

This is a first-person psychological horror walking simulator with VHS aesthetics. Players explore an atmospheric house, make choices, and receive texts to survive unsettling events.

What players likedPlayers praise the immersive, realistic, and consistently scary atmosphere, often comparing it to "Home Alone" or similar psychological horror.

The catchBugs and glitches frequently block progress and force a full restart.

Both are tagged Narration, Atmospheric and Adventure.

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Creepy Tale 2

86% positive from 1,549 reviews202147% finish itDeck Verified

A spooky cartoon puzzle adventure with a narrative focus. Players solve puzzles to rescue a kidnapped sister in a dark fairy tale world.

The catchPuzzle logic often makes no sense, so progress comes down to trial and error.

Both are tagged Narration, Atmospheric and Adventure.

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Bright Lights of Svetlov

93% positive from 1,367 reviews202163% finish it

A linear, story-focused life simulator with a 1.5-hour playtime, focusing on daily routines and family life in the Soviet Union. It offers a carefully depicted atmosphere of 1980s Russia.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive '80s Soviet atmosphere and emotionally impactful story, despite its short length.

The catchMost of the playtime is mundane chores done at a slow-motion walking speed.

Both are tagged Narration, Atmospheric and Adventure.

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White Shadows

82% positive from 1,984 reviews202134% finish itDeck Unsupported

Cinematic puzzle-platformer about a girl escaping a dystopia. Navigate oppressive environments with platforming and puzzle-solving.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique black-and-white aesthetic and soundtrack, comparing it to Orwell's "Animal Farm" and "1984."

The catchMore an interactive story than a game, with puzzles simple enough for children.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, Platformer and Story Rich.

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Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition

96% positive from 2,397 reviews2016Deck Verified

This is a humorous, old-school platformer where the hero sings dynamically about gameplay. It features a reactive soundtrack and includes all DLC for varied themes and cosmetic options.

The catchPlatforming beneath the singing gimmick is basic and shallow

Both are tagged Narration and Adventure.

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