Games like Bulb Boy

This is a 2D point-and-click horror adventure game where players solve puzzles and defeat monsters using a boy with a lightbulb head. The game features playable flashbacks and bubble speech for storytelling.

86% positive from 2,184 · 2015 · 10% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $8.99 $0.89 -90% · Lowest ever $0.62 (2020-04-12)

AdventureIndiePoint & Click Horror DarkSingleplayer

Six games like Bulb Boy

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

88% positive from 3,408 reviews201210% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a 2D point-and-click adventure game with a unique hand-drawn art style. Players solve puzzles and interact with bizarre characters in a darkly humorous story about a troubled girl.

What players likedPlayers praise its charming story, clever puzzles, and goofy humor, often comparing it to "Deponia."

The catchA long standing shaman bug can softlock progress, and it has never been patched.

Both are tagged Point & Click, Singleplayer and Adventure.

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Your Turn To Die -Death Game By Majority-

98% positive from 1,794 reviews2017Deck Playable

This is a multi-ending horror adventure game where players explore, interact with characters, and vote on who dies to escape. The core loop involves discussions and life-or-death games influenced by player decisions.

What players likedPlayers praise its compelling story, well-written characters, and psychological horror, often comparing it favorably to Danganronpa.

The catchThe story stops unfinished, with the final chapter years late and almost no dev updates.

Both are tagged Dark, Point & Click and Singleplayer.

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Bear With Me - Episode One

88% positive from 1,009 reviews201610% finish it

A story-driven 2D noir adventure with dialogue-based puzzles and a sarcastic tone. Players solve mysteries with a teddy bear detective to find a missing brother.

What players likedPlayers praise its engaging narrative and charming detective story, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures.

The catchEndless dialogue drags out every scene, leaving very little actual puzzle solving to do.

Both are tagged Dark, Point & Click and Singleplayer.

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DARQ: Complete Edition

94% positive from 4,180 reviews201944% finish itDeck Verified

Psychological horror puzzle game where you manipulate physics to navigate a lucid dream. Stealth and environmental puzzles are key to survival.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique horror atmosphere and interesting puzzle design, reminiscent of a puzzle game with horror elements.

The catchThe whole game plus both DLCs is over in about two hours.

Both are tagged Dark, Horror and Singleplayer.

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The Midnight Walk

93% positive from 2,729 reviews20257% finish itDeck Playable

A stop-motion claymation dark fantasy adventure with VR support. Players guide a character and a lantern creature to evade monsters and explore a handcrafted world.

What players likedPlayers praise its beautiful, handcrafted art style and emotional storytelling, often comparing it to a walking simulator or a Tim Burton film.

The catchStealth and puzzle sections feel shallow and repetitive

Both are tagged Dark, Horror and Singleplayer.

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Finding Frankie

90% positive from 1,982 reviews202449% finish itDeck Playable

This is a survival horror parkour game where players compete in a deadly obstacle course against terrifying characters. The core loop involves navigating challenging parkour levels while avoiding enemies and other contestants.

What players likedPlayers praise this mascot horror game for its parkour gameplay, often compared to "Fall Guys," offering a fresh take on the genre.

The catchOnly about two hours long, which is thin at the full asking price.

Both are tagged Dark, Horror and Singleplayer.

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More about Bulb Boy

What players liked

Players praise its unique, grotesque art style, comparing it to Fran Bow, Adventure Time, and Courage the Cowardly Dog.

The catch

Long standing softlock bugs strand you, and with one autosave you restart from scratch.

Reviews: 86% positive from 2,184
Released: 2015
Finish it: 10% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $8.99 $0.89 -90% · Lowest ever $0.62 (2020-04-12)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 86% positive, but with 2,184 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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