Games like GNOSIA

Sci-fi social deduction RPG with a core loop of discussion, deduction, and voting to identify hidden enemies. Players repeat loops to uncover a narrative and improve abilities in a tense, strategic experience.

94% positive from 4,935 · 2022 · 35% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $24.99 · Lowest ever $16.24 (2025-09-29)

Visual Novel Anime Story RichTime TravelSci-fiSingleplayer

Six games like GNOSIA

STEINS;GATE 0

96% positive from 8,190 reviews201815% finish itDeck Playable

A visual novel set on the worldline where the original rescue failed, with artificial intelligence replacing time travel as the hook. Answering or ignoring calls on the phone steers which ending arrives.

What players likedPlayers praise its emotional depth and compelling story, finding it as amazing as the original Steins;Gate.

The catchThe pacing crawls, with hours of filler before the story pays anything off.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Sci-fi and Visual Novel.

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STEINS;GATE ELITE

90% positive from 1,657 reviews201916% finish itDeck Playable

This is a fully animated visual novel where players make choices to alter timelines and uncover a conspiracy. It features branching storylines and a time-travel mechanic.

What players likedPlayers praise its ability to convert non-anime fans, with some finding it a worthwhile experience after the original.

The catchAround a third of the original script is cut, and the phone mechanic is gutted.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Sci-fi and Visual Novel.

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STEINS;GATE: Linear Bounded Phenogram

96% positive from 1,287 reviews201910% finish itDeck Playable

Visual novel with branching stories focusing on individual character perspectives. Explores inner thoughts and alternate scenarios within the STEINS;GATE universe.

What players likedPlayers praise its worthwhile character and timeline exploration, offering a lighter, enjoyable departure from darker Steins;Gate entries.

The catchMost of the short side stories are inconsequential, with only a couple worth reading.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Sci-fi and Visual Novel.

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ISLAND

95% positive from 1,760 reviews2018Deck Unsupported

A visual novel with a flowchart system for branching narratives. Players uncover mysteries and fight fate on a doomed island.

What players likedPlayers praise ISLAND as a must-play visual novel, despite its slow winter arc.

The catchThe sci-fi mystery is built on repeated rug pulls that leave the buildup meaningless.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Original War

95% positive from 2,156 reviews201473% finish itDeck Playable

Real-time strategy game with base building and unit management. Features time travel mechanics and resource gathering.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique story and gameplay, comparing the companion system to SpellForce 1.

The catchUnits crawl at a glacial pace and controlling them is clunky and unexplained.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Sci-fi and Singleplayer.

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Pesterquest

90% positive from 1,551 reviews2019Deck Verified

A grimsical episodic visual novel where you find friends across Earth and Alternia. It features a darkly funny, irreverent story with character relationship building.

What players likedPlayers praise the game's art, music, and character development, especially for those less explored in the Homestuck comic.

The catchHard to follow without prior Homestuck and Hiveswap knowledge.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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More about GNOSIA

What players liked

Players praise this unique single-player social deduction game for its engaging story, memorable characters, and replayable "Werewolf" or "Among Us" style gameplay.

The catch

AI crewmates accuse you illogically during deduction votes

Reviews: 94% positive from 4,935
Released: 2022
Finish it: 35% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $24.99 · Lowest ever $16.24 (2025-09-29)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 94% positive, but with 4,935 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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