Games like Valakas Story

An action-adventure game with a narrative focus, featuring combo-based combat and NPC interaction. It has a unique Russian setting and humor.

81% positive from 1,753 · 2019 · Steam Deck Playable · Lowest ever $0.39 (2023-03-27)

ActionGoreAdventureCasualViolent Atmospheric

Six games like Valakas Story

DOKA 2 KISHKI EDITION

84% positive from 3,628 reviews20184% finish it

This is a survival horror game with a core loop of killing zombies or people in creative ways. It features a sandbox element for creating areas and a unique gut-pulling mechanic.

What players likedPlayers praise this masterpiece for its enjoyable gameplay, even on low-end PCs.

The catchThe English option is half done, with much of the text staying in Russian.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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[Chilla's Art] Aka Manto | 赤マント

88% positive from 1,175 reviews201913% finish itDeck Playable

This is a PSX-style survival horror game where players must evade a persistent hunter in claustrophobic environments. The core loop involves exploration and hiding to survive a challenging, single-life experience.

What players likedPlayers praise its masterful tension and atmospheric PS1-style horror, comparing it to "Granny" for its item collection and chase mechanics.

The catchNo save system, so every death sends you back to the very beginning.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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STANDBOX

91% positive from 2,964 reviews2023Deck Playable

A physics sandbox where players experiment with ragdoll simulation, causing injury and observing recovery. It's a compact, experimental playground focused on systemic interactions.

What players likedPlayers praise the gore and physics, comparing it to games like Gorebox and People Playground, and desire a community workshop.

The catchContent runs dry within hours and the developers stopped updating it long ago.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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Akane

95% positive from 2,876 reviews20185% finish itDeck Verified

Akane is a one-hit-kill arena arcade slasher focused on high-score chasing. Players fight waves of diverse enemies with various unlockable gear and powerful samurai skills.

The catchRuns out of new content fast, with the whole game seen in about half an hour.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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Rage Wars

90% positive from 2,166 reviews201610% finish it

Rage Wars is a 2D shooter with a story mode and zombie arena. Players use a rage mechanic and collect potatoes to unlock weapons.

What players likedPlayers praise this surprisingly entertaining, braindead 2D side-scroller for its simple left-right-jump gameplay and Rage Comic aesthetic.

The catchThe gameplay is a single monotonous loop with barely any story or variety.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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A Light in the Dark

93% positive from 1,729 reviews201834% finish itDeck Playable

A visual novel with interactive item examination and multiple endings. It's a story-driven game about two contrasting characters overcoming prejudice.

What players likedPlayers praise its narrative depth and character development, reminiscent of a visual novel with a unique kidnapping premise.

The catchPreachy, repetitive social messaging dominates the writing

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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More about Valakas Story

The catch

Enemies are health sponges with regeneration, making combat unbalanced

Reviews: 81% positive from 1,753
Released: 2019
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: Lowest ever $0.39 (2023-03-27)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 81% positive, but with 1,753 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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