Games like Tacoma

Narrative adventure game with interactive 3D recordings of past events. Explore a space station to uncover a crew's story of trust and fear.

86% positive from 4,771 · 2017 · 44% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $19.99 $4.99 -75% · Lowest ever $1.99 (2024-11-27)

Walking Simulator Story RichAdventureSci-fiIndieSpace

Six games like Tacoma

Deliver Us Mars

75% positive from 2,967 reviews202344% finish itDeck Verified

Atmospheric sci-fi adventure game. Explore Mars, solve puzzles, and uncover a mystery on a mission to save humanity.

What players likedPlayers say it's a good, solid game like its predecessor, praised most for its amazing, emotional, and compelling story.

The catchThe ice axe climbing is clumsy and often bugs out, blocking progress entirely.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Story Rich.

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The Station

86% positive from 1,116 reviews201857% finish it

A first-person mystery aboard a hidden station sent to study an alien civilization in civil war. Playing the recon specialist sent after its silent crew, you read augmented reality logs left in the rooms.

What players likedPlayers praise this relaxing, story-rich sci-fi walking simulator for its meticulously designed environments and soothing voice acting.

The catchIt is over in under two hours, which is thin for the asking price.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Story Rich.

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KARMA: The Dark World

92% positive from 4,412 reviews202550% finish itDeck Verified

This is a first-person psychological thriller where players investigate memories using advanced tech. It features a dystopian 1984 East Germany setting with a focus on espionage and betrayal.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, emotional, and thought-provoking psychological horror story, often compared to "1984," "Still Wakes The Deep," and "Observer: System Redux."

The catchThe story starts strong then collapses into a confusing ending that explains nothing.

Both are tagged Walking Simulator, Sci-fi and Adventure.

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Starcom: Nexus

90% positive from 2,302 reviews201947% finish itDeck Playable

This is an open-world space exploration and combat game. Players research technology, build ships, and interact with alien factions in a dynamic universe.

What players likedPlayers praise its interesting story and ship building, comparing it to Last Defense Academy and a star ship-based RPG.

The catchVague quests leave you combing a vast, empty galaxy for hours to find the next step.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Adventure.

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Event[0]

80% positive from 2,279 reviews201631% finish itDeck Playable

Narrative exploration game. Communicate with an AI via typing to solve puzzles and uncover a story.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique story and AI character, offering a narrative exploration experience.

The catchThe AI parser misreads most typed questions, so you rephrase the same thing repeatedly.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Adventure.

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Space Run

85% positive from 2,136 reviews20144% finish it

Real-time spaceship construction strategy game where players build and defend a ship against space hazards. Players manage ship modules and speed to complete deliveries and increase reputation.

What players likedNo comparisons to other games were mentioned in the provided review.

The catchConstant frantic micromanagement, and there is no pause button to think it through.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Adventure.

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More about Tacoma

What players liked

Like a "walking simulator" but with unique AR video gameplay, players praise Tacoma's immersive storytelling, characters, and relevant themes.

The catch

Barely any gameplay and it ends in two or three hours with no real payoff.

Reviews: 86% positive from 4,771
Released: 2017
Finish it: 44% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $19.99 $4.99 -75% · Lowest ever $1.99 (2024-11-27)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 86% positive, but with 4,771 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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