Video games are a great tool for stimulating creativity and cognitive abilities. They allow us to develop our imagination and often showcase our design, strategic, and inventive skills. Some titles explicitly demand this from us, while others introduce and teach creativity from the ground up.
These are productions that tell compelling stories and encourage players to reflect on the process of creation itself, the role of storytelling in our lives, and the interaction between the creator and the audience. From games exploring the boundaries between reality and fiction to those allowing players to actively shape the narrative, each of them offers a unique experience that stays with us long after we finish playing.
| Game | Release | Genre | Developer | Video | |
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 | Split Fiction | 2025-03-06 | Adventure & Role-playing (RPG) | Hazelight Studios | |
 | LEGO Builders Journey | 2021-06-22 | Puzzle & Indie | Light Brick Studio | |
 | Epistory Typing Chronicles | 2016-03-30 | Indie & Adventure | Fishing Cactus | |
 | Okami HD | 2017-12-12 | Adventure & Mythology | Clover Studio | |
 | The Beginners Guide | 2015-10-01 | Adventure & Indie | Everything Unlimited Ltd. | |
 | Alan Wake | 2012-02-16 | Adventure & Shooter | Remedy Entertainment |
Split Fiction
| Release date: | 2025-03-06 |
| Genre: | Role-playing (RPG) & Adventure |
| Developer: | Hazelight Studios |
Another successful cooperative game from Hazelight Studios, following A Way Out and It Takes Two. This title focuses on collaboration, with split-screen gameplay that constantly presents two separate worlds.
The main protagonists are Mio and Zoe, two young writers. Mio specializes in science fiction, while Zoe writes fantasy works. When the women are tricked into connecting to a machine designed to steal their ideas, they are transported into the very worlds they created. Their main goal now is to regain their freedom and protect their ideas, which they can only achieve by working together.
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Alan Wake (1&2)
| Release date: | 2012-02-16 |
| Genre: | Shooter & Adventure |
| Developer: | Remedy Entertainment |
Alan Wake 1 & 2 are adventure action games with psychological horror elements. The first instalment was an Xbox exclusive for many years and still enjoys high ratings.
Players take on the role of Alan Wake, a renowned writer of dark novels who has been struggling with writer’s block for years. To regain his inspiration, he travels with his wife to the picturesque town of Bright Falls. However, the peaceful getaway quickly turns into a nightmare — one straight out of a novel Alan cannot remember writing.
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Lego Builder’s Journey
| Release date: | 2021-06-22 |
| Genre: | Puzzle & Adventure |
| Developer: | Light Brick Studio |
Lego Builder’s Journey is a lesser-known but incredibly intriguing isometric puzzle game.
Players take on the role of a small brick figurine embarking on a journey with a parental figure. The challenge is that the protagonist does not move independently; instead, players must build paths, stairs, and bridges to guide them. The game also involves constructing specific structures and solving puzzles. The protagonist must learn creativity and problem-solving skills — something the player absorbs alongside them.
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Epistory: Typing Chronicles
| Release date: | 2016-03-30 |
| Genre: | Puzzle & Role-playing (RPG) |
| Developer: | Fishing Cactus |
Epistory is an isometric adventure game with Metroidvania elements, distinguished by its unique mechanics. Both world-building and character control are conducted through… typing on the keyboard.
Players assume the role of a Muse, summoned by a writer seeking inspiration for their new novel. As the Muse, players traverse an initially empty world, gradually expanding and exploring it while completing various tasks.
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Okami
| Release date: | 2017-12-12 |
| Genre: | Role-playing (RPG) & Adventure |
| Developer: | Clover Studio |
A fairly old but highly acclaimed game originally available only on older consoles. Fortunately, in 2013, a remastered version was released for modern consoles and PC.
Players control Okami Amaterasu, a wolf embodying the Sun Goddess. Her mission is to defeat demons and restore peace to a declining Japan. To achieve this, she uses various spells to repaint and reshape the world around her.
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The Beginners Guide
| Release date: | 2015-10-01 |
| Genre: | Adventure & Indie |
| Developer: | Everything Unlimited Ltd. |
A unique and unconventional game that blends narrative mechanics with a compilation of mini-games. The experience is short — about two hours long.
The game tells a deeply personal story about the complex relationship between game developer Davey Wreden and his friend, who is also a game creator. Through a narrative-driven experience, players explore the intricacies of human psychology and interpersonal relationships.
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The games listed above showcase how storytelling in video games can go beyond traditional narratives. Whether through cooperative experiences, puzzle-solving, or immersive psychological storytelling, each title offers a unique perspective on the creative process.
These games not only entertain, but also provoke thought, proving that video games can be as profound and meaningful as any other art form.