Games like Curious Expedition 2

Turn-based narrative roguelike about managing resources and party sanity on procedurally generated islands. Explore, survive, and compete for glory in a dice-based adventure.

89% positive from 4,114 · 2021 · 10% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $4.99 (2025-06-10)

AdventureSimulationDynamic NarrationAlternate HistoryHex GridExploration

Six games like Curious Expedition 2

Not Tonight

82% positive from 2,759 reviews201811% finish itDeck Playable

This is a post-Brexit management RPG where you work as a bouncer, checking IDs and managing guestlists under time pressure. It features a politically charged story with survival choices.

What players likedPlayers praise "Not Tonight" as a "Papers Please"-like game with its own mechanics, art style, and interesting story, often highlighting its humor and social commentary.

The catchThe check-the-ID loop repeats with nothing new, and the game drags on far too long.

Both are tagged Alternate History, RPG and Simulation.

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Foretales

85% positive from 1,159 reviews20223% finish itDeck Playable

Foretales is a narrative card-based adventure game with a board game feel. Players make branching story choices and engage in turn-based card combat to save a doomed world.

What players likedPlayers praise its passionate crafting and medieval vibe, comparing it to other strategic narrative card adventures.

The catchThe card loop turns repetitive within a couple of hours as missions all play the same.

Both are tagged Dynamic Narration and Adventure.

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Fantasy Map Simulator

89% positive from 4,106 reviews2024Deck Playable

This is a fantasy world simulation game where players create and manage nations, observing their rise and fall over time. Its unique feature is a desktop wallpaper mode that displays ongoing historical events.

What players likedPlayers praise its creative freedom and customizability, comparing it to Age of Conflicts, Worldbox, and similar simulators.

The catchThe interface is confusing and clunky with no tutorial to explain how anything works.

Both are tagged Alternate History, Simulation and Indie.

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Hypnospace Outlaw

96% positive from 4,399 reviews201948% finish itDeck Playable

This is a '90s internet simulator where you investigate user violations on a simulated web. You'll browse websites, manage downloads, and customize your desktop.

What players likedPlayers praise "Hypnospace Outlaw" as a unique, immersive, and nostalgic exploration of a 90s-style internet, often compared to "Papers, Please" and "Serial Experiments Lain."

The catchPuzzles turn so vague that progress often means aimless clicking or looking up a guide.

Both are tagged Alternate History and Simulation.

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The Bible

88% positive from 1,151 reviews202219% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a digital Bible study tool with multiple translations and a trivia game. Its core loop involves reading scripture, searching for passages, and testing knowledge.

What players likedPlayers praise its extensive content, including diverse translations and study tools, making it a comprehensive resource.

The catchThe narration feature is broken or needs awkward third party setup to work at all.

Both are tagged Dynamic Narration and Indie.

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The Last Flame

85% positive from 2,859 reviews202527% finish itDeck Playable

Roguelike auto-battler with deep build creation and strategic decision-making. Players recruit heroes, craft gear, and manage resources for challenging runs.

What players likedPlayers praise this deep PVE auto-battler for its satisfying buildcrafting and strategic depth, akin to deck-builders and stat-heavy RPGs.

The catchSheer volume of items, heroes and text overwhelms far more than it adds depth.

Both are tagged Hex Grid, RPG and Adventure.

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More about Curious Expedition 2

What players liked

This procedurally generated tropical island exploration game with enjoyable dice-based combat is great on Steam Deck.

The catch

A slower, more bloated sequel that strips out much of what made the first work.

Reviews: 89% positive from 4,114
Released: 2021
Finish it: 10% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $4.99 (2025-06-10)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 89% positive, but with 4,114 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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