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Games like Heartbound

2018PC, Steam Deck verified52 % positive7.15 €

Heartbound is a narrative-driven pixel-art RPG about a boy and his dog that constantly shifts genres, mixing dialogue, minigames, puzzles and bullet-hell-style fights. It tackles dark, personal themes like trauma and mental health, backed by a quirky atmosphere and a strong soundtrack.

Emotional impact
Pixel art
Strong soundtrack
Choices with consequences

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In short: Games like Heartbound

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Heartbound special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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OneShot

93 %Match

2016PC98 % positive−40 % ~~9.75 €~~ 5.85 €

A pixel-art puzzle adventure in which you help a child named Niko relight the dead sun of his world. The game breaks the fourth wall, involving your computer and your own decisions in touching and clever ways.

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