Few titles changed how we — as gamers — perceive video games as a medium like The Stanley Parable. But we do know of some that share similar traits!
The Stanley Parable follows a man on a journey through the desolated office where he works. What makes this game different from others is its focus on storytelling and choice-making, eventually leaving the player with mind-bending memories of the adventure.
It is a unique indie title that boldly questions the player’s authority and plays with self-reflexivity. Although no other recommendation can guarantee a perfect package of what The Stanley Parable offers, these alternatives share similar humor and narrative design. Enjoy!
Portal 2
Release Date: April 18, 2011
Genres: Adventure, Action, Action & Shooter, Puzzle
Her Story
Release Date: June 24, 2015
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Puzzle
Spec Ops The Line
Release Date: June 28, 2012
Genres: Action & Shooter, Action
Undertale
Release Date: September 15, 2015
Genres: Indie, RPG
Soma
Release Date: September 21, 2015
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Action, Action & Shooter
The Beginners Guide
Release Date: October 1, 2015
Genres: Adventure, Indie
The Talos Principle
Release Date: December 11, 2014
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Action, Action & Shooter, Puzzle
Jazzpunk
Release Date: February 7, 2014
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Firewatch
Release Date: February 9, 2016
Genres: Indie, Strategy, Adventure, Simulation, RPG, Action & Shooter
What Remains Of Edith Finch
Release Date: April 24, 2017
Genres: Adventure, Indie
The Outer Worlds
Release Date: October 23, 2020
Genres: Action RPG
Superliminal
Release Date: November 5, 2020
Genres: Action, Puzzle, Surreal