Games like Pinstripe

This is a narrative-driven adventure game with puzzle and combat elements. Players explore Hell, solve puzzles, and fight enemies to find a kidnapped daughter.

89% positive from 2,619 · 2017 · 17% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $14.99 $1.49 -90% · Lowest ever $1.00 (2020-12-10)

IndieAdventureCasualAtmospheric Dark Puzzle-Platformer

Six games like Pinstripe

Creepy Tale

86% positive from 2,946 reviews202054% finish itDeck Verified

A minimalist puzzle-platformer where you solve environmental puzzles, hide from enemies, and use inventory items to save your brother. It has a dark, fairy tale feel with a focus on atmosphere and exploration.

What players likedPlayers praise the atmosphere and art style of this puzzle game, which is like a disturbing love story.

The catchPuzzles defy logic, pushing you into trial and error or a walkthrough.

Both are tagged Puzzle-Platformer, Dark and Atmospheric.

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Life Goes On: Done to Death

96% positive from 2,438 reviews20142% finish itDeck Verified

This is a morbidly comical platformer where players use knight deaths to solve physics-based puzzles. The core loop involves sacrificing knights to overcome obstacles and progress through trap-filled levels.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique, dark humor-filled puzzles, comparing it to a twisted platformer.

The catchThe clever premise wears thin fast as later levels turn fiddly and frustrating.

Both are tagged Casual, Adventure and Indie.

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Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus

95% positive from 1,505 reviews1998Deck Playable

A 2D puzzle-platformer where you rescue enslaved aliens using stealth and environmental puzzles. The game features a dark, satirical tone and resource management.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a classic Oddworld game, evoking strong nostalgic memories from childhood.

The catchIt is a poor port with no working controller support and a locked low resolution.

Both are tagged Dark and Adventure.

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Creaks

96% positive from 2,066 reviews202034% finish itDeck Verified

Creaks is a hand-painted puzzle adventure game with precise animation and eerie sounds. Players solve environmental puzzles in a mansion, exploring and uncovering secrets.

What players likedPlayers praise Creaks' unique, dreamlike atmosphere, art, and music, comparing it to Machinarium but with distinct charm.

The catchThe puzzles recycle the same few mechanics and get repetitive well before the end.

Both are tagged Puzzle-Platformer, Atmospheric and Casual.

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White Shadows

82% positive from 1,984 reviews202134% finish itDeck Unsupported

Cinematic puzzle-platformer about a girl escaping a dystopia. Navigate oppressive environments with platforming and puzzle-solving.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique black-and-white aesthetic and soundtrack, comparing it to Orwell's "Animal Farm" and "1984."

The catchMore an interactive story than a game, with puzzles simple enough for children.

Both are tagged Atmospheric, Casual and Adventure.

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Golf Club Nostalgia

81% positive from 1,578 reviews202118% finish itDeck Verified

This is a narrative golf game with puzzle elements. Players experience a story through golf, radio broadcasts, and narration.

What players likedPlayers praise its compelling world-building, atmospheric visuals, and excellent audio storytelling, making it a unique and enjoyable golf experience.

The catchball-striking follows no sensible logic, making swings frustrating

Both are tagged Puzzle-Platformer, Atmospheric and Casual.

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More about Pinstripe

What players liked

Players praise its stunning art, music, and intriguing world, with puzzles driving a short, captivating story.

The catch

Constant fart and toilet humour clashes badly with the dark atmospheric tone.

Reviews: 89% positive from 2,619
Released: 2017
Finish it: 17% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $14.99 $1.49 -90% · Lowest ever $1.00 (2020-12-10)
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 2,619 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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