Games like Kona

Kona is a narrative-driven survival mystery game where players investigate a surreal town and battle the elements. It blends exploration, detective work, and survival mechanics in a chilling atmosphere.

83% positive from 3,632 · 2017 · 37% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $14.99 $7.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.49 (2022-07-20)

SurvivalAdventureDetective AtmosphericFirst-PersonOpen World

Six games like Kona

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter

88% positive from 8,962 reviews201424% finish itDeck Verified

This is a first-person mystery exploration game where you use supernatural abilities and observation to uncover a series of murders. It focuses on atmosphere, mood, and character humanity.

What players likedPlayers praise its beautiful map design, immersive sound, and thoughtful story, comparing it to a walking simulator with surprising depth.

The catchThe refusal to give hints leaves you wandering a big empty map hunting tiny objects.

Both are tagged Detective, Atmospheric and First-Person.

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Penumbra Overture

91% positive from 4,126 reviews2009Deck Playable

This is a first-person survival horror game focused on physics-based environmental interaction and puzzle-solving. It offers an immersive, atmospheric experience with a focus on exploration and discovery.

What players likedPlayers praise its masterful tension, atmosphere, and sound design, comparing it to other gripping survival horror games.

The catchClunky melee combat against repeated dog enemies wears down the horror fast.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, First-Person and Adventure.

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Labyrinth Of The Demon King

92% positive from 2,128 reviews202525% finish itDeck Playable

This is a first-person dungeon crawler with challenging combat and exploration. Players navigate a dark, retro-styled world inspired by feudal Japan.

What players likedPlayers praise its PSX-style horror atmosphere and combat, often comparing it to King's Field, Silent Hill, Resident Evil, and early FromSoft RPGs.

The catchCombat is sluggish and repetitive, and enemies respawn every time you re-enter a room.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, First-Person and Adventure.

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Witch Hunt

88% positive from 2,426 reviews201817% finish itDeck Playable

This is a challenging 18th-century horror exploration game focused on hunting witches with weapons and magic. It features non-linear gameplay, RPG elements, and a suspenseful, creepy atmosphere.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive atmosphere, rewarding exploration, and satisfying achievement hunting, similar to games that offer freedom and hidden secrets.

The catchBosses flee after every hit, so hunts become long repetitive searches of the same woods.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, Survival and Open World.

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Betrayer

81% positive from 3,745 reviews201412% finish itDeck Verified

First-person action-adventure game with a dual-world mechanic. Explore, fight, and uncover a mystery in a desolate 17th-century New World.

What players likedPlayers praise Betrayer's evolving noir aesthetic, comparing its colorization to a "taco style" game, alongside its creepy atmosphere and monsters.

The catchThe world is empty and directionless, so exploring it turns boring very quickly.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, First-Person and Open World.

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Astrometica

83% positive from 3,124 reviews202436% finish itDeck Unsupported

Astrometica is a space exploration and base-building survival game. Players explore the universe, gather resources, and build automated outposts.

What players likedPlayers praise Astrometrica as an absorbing Subnautica-like space exploration and building game with gorgeous vistas and engaging lore.

The catchDevelopment has stalled with no update in over a year, and it is still unfinished.

Both are tagged Survival, First-Person and Open World.

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More about Kona

What players liked

Players praise Kona's immersive detective mystery, atmospheric setting, and excellent narration, comparing it to Painscreek Killings.

The catch

Most of the time goes on slow travel and rummaging through the same empty houses.

Reviews: 83% positive from 3,632
Released: 2017
Finish it: 37% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $14.99 $7.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.49 (2022-07-20)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 83% positive, but with 3,632 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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