Games like Children of Silentown

This is a hand-drawn point-and-click adventure game with a dark, mysterious feel. Players explore, solve puzzles, and use singing as a mechanic to uncover secrets in a village plagued by disappearances.

87% positive from 1,536 · 2023 · 22% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $4.62 (2026-04-10)

AtmosphericAdventurePoint & Click Puzzle Story Rich Female Protagonist

Six games like Children of Silentown

Lydia

89% positive from 612 reviews201751% finish itDeck Verified

A 90-minute grayscale visual novel seen through a small girl's eyes while the adults drink downstairs, as she and her teddy try to find the monster hiding in the shadows.

What players likedPlayers praise "Lydia" as a well-paced, interactive story that feels like playing out sad, relatable scenes.

The catchChoices don't matter; strictly linear with minimal interaction

Both are tagged Point & Click, Atmospheric and Female Protagonist.

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Unforeseen Incidents

88% positive from 1,056 reviews2018Deck Verified

This is a hand-painted 2D point-and-click adventure game where players solve puzzles and interact with characters to uncover a conspiracy. It offers a classical mystery feel with a focus on investigation and dialogue.

What players likedPlayers praise the excellent hand-drawn art and wish the game, though shorter, had more chapters.

The catchConstant backtracking between the same locations pads out what should be a short story.

Both are tagged Point & Click, Atmospheric and Story Rich.

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Syberia II

86% positive from 3,040 reviews2011Deck Verified

This is a point-and-click adventure game focused on puzzle-solving and exploration. Players experience a surreal journey with a narrative-driven feel.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a highly recommended point-and-click adventure game and a great sequel to the first Syberia.

The catchTrial-and-error puzzles with heavy backtracking and walking

Both are tagged Point & Click, Female Protagonist and Story Rich.

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Kentucky Route Zero: PC Edition

80% positive from 4,414 reviews20139% finish itDeck Verified

A five-act magical realist adventure game focused on narrative and atmosphere. Players explore a surreal landscape, interacting with characters and uncovering a story of debt and community.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, magical realism narrative, comparable to Pink Floyd's "The Wall" or "Apocalypse Now."

The catchPainfully slow pacing and walls of dialogue with almost no actual gameplay.

Both are tagged Point & Click, Atmospheric and Story Rich.

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NORCO

93% positive from 3,147 reviews202232% finish itDeck Verified

NORCO is a pixel art point-and-click adventure game. Players explore a surreal South Louisiana to find a missing brother, uncovering a multigenerational mystery.

What players likedPlayers praise NORCO's superb writing, unique art style, and captivating narrative, often comparing it to Kentucky Route Zero for its surrealism and regional grounding.

The catchMostly walls of text with barely any gameplay, and the story never comes together.

Both are tagged Point & Click, Atmospheric and Story Rich.

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Summerland

91% positive from 1,766 reviews202024% finish it

This is a first-person narrative game where players answer a ringing phone to relive memories and unlock new areas. It explores ethical philosophy and the afterlife with a haunting atmosphere.

What players likedPlayers praise its good writing and interesting narrative, comparing it to a walking simulator with light puzzling.

The catchThe morality debate is far shallower than it thinks, and the protagonist acts stupidly.

Both are tagged Point & Click, Atmospheric and Story Rich.

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More about Children of Silentown

What players liked

Players praise its beautiful art, atmosphere, and story, comparing its melancholic vibes to games like Deemo.

The catch

Puzzles repeat the same format with little variation

Reviews: 87% positive from 1,536
Released: 2023
Finish it: 22% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $4.62 (2026-04-10)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 87% positive, but with 1,536 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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