Games like PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo

A horror-adventure visual novel where players investigate intertwined character stories and a supernatural mystery. The game features a branching narrative driven by player choices and a focus on unraveling curses.

95% positive from 1,830 · 2023 · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $7.99 (2025-09-18)

Visual NovelAdventureAnimeSimulationHorror Text-Based

Six games like PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo

他人世界末 On-looker

93% positive from 2,965 reviews202013% finish it

A narrative-driven visual novel with multiple endings exploring themes of unrequited love and self-doubt. Players face difficult choices that shape the protagonist's journey and emotional growth.

What players likedPlayers praise its beautiful atmosphere, music, and well-written story with branching choices and unique endings.

Both are tagged Text-Based, Visual Novel and Anime.

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Homicipher

98% positive from 3,067 reviews2024Deck Playable

Point-and-click adventure where players decipher a unique language through observation and interaction to escape an alternate world. Features branching paths and multiple endings.

What players likedPlayers praise "Homicipher" as a well-written visual novel with interesting characters, especially Mr. Crawling.

The catchThe language deciphering comes down to guesswork rather than solvable logic.

Both are tagged Text-Based, Visual Novel and Horror.

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CaseCracker

90% positive from 3,383 reviews202234% finish itDeck Playable

A detective simulation game where players actively search a database for clues to solve interconnected cases. It features a fragmented deduction system and requires thorough investigation to uncover the truth.

What players likedPlayers praise the engrossing, text-based investigations that feel like a satisfying wiki walk, where clues intertwine and logic is key.

The catchClue entry only accepts one exact phrase, so you get stuck guessing wording.

Both are tagged Text-Based, RPG and Simulation.

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Subsurface Circular

94% positive from 1,931 reviews201719% finish itDeck Playable

This is a short, narrative-driven adventure game where players collect words to solve dialogue puzzles. It features a unique vocabulary inventory and a detective story feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its engaging, narrative-heavy sci-fi mystery with well-written dialogue, often compared to a "Thomas Was Alone" sequel.

The catchChoices barely change anything and the ending arrives rushed and abrupt.

Both are tagged Text-Based, Visual Novel and Adventure.

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Home Safety Hotline

91% positive from 2,849 reviews202447% finish itDeck Playable

This is an analog horror telephone operator simulator where players diagnose household threats from a catalog. It features a core loop of listening to callers and providing correct advice under pressure.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique analog horror, worldbuilding, and monster lore, comparing it to a cozy 90s reading sim.

The catchThe loop of hearing a call and matching a database entry gets repetitive fast.

Both are tagged Text-Based, Horror and Simulation.

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60 Parsecs!

89% positive from 4,066 reviews2018Deck Verified

This is a dark comedy sci-fi adventure game where players scavenge for supplies and crew in 60 seconds before evacuating a doomed space station. Survival involves making difficult choices and crafting items to endure the harshness of space.

What players likedPlayers find it a fun, fast-paced game with rewarding progression, better than 60 Seconds, and a standout among other purchases.

The catchRuns repeat the same events quickly, so replaying gets tedious well before the end.

Both are tagged Text-Based, RPG and Simulation.

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More about PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo

What players liked

Players praise its unique blend of horror and detective elements, interactive narrative, and engaging story with well-developed characters.

The catch

The gripping first hour gives way to a slow talky mystery that drops its hook.

Reviews: 95% positive from 1,830
Released: 2023
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $7.99 (2025-09-18)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 95% positive, but with 1,830 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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