I’m looking for story-heavy and/or artsy PC games with the same playing style as This War of Mine – but which won’t throw me into a pit of emotional despair.

Horror, sci-fi, and fantasy preferred, but I’m open to other themes too.

Thanks in advance!

  • Berttheduck
    4·
    7 days ago

    Inside is good, less story heavy and more fascinating world that makes you think. It’s pretty short and maybe not quite what you’re after but as it’s often on sale dirt cheap and like 2 hours long it’s probably worth a look.

    You could also look at American Arcadia. I’ve not finished it yet but it’s pretty good so far and fits your bill for side scrolling with story focus.

    • wildflowertea@slrpnk.netOP
      2·
      4 days ago

      “Welcome to Arcadia! A 70’s retro-futuristic metropolis where all its citizens enjoy a life of luxury and comfort… unaware that they’re being broadcast live 24/7!”

      This sounds great. I had no idea it existed.

      Thank you!

      • Berttheduck
        2·
        4 days ago

        I’ve played an hour or so and enjoyed it so far. I hope you have fun with it.