AER Memories of Old similar games & best alternatives

AER Memories of Old

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2017

Should you play it?

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

What works

  • Beautiful art style and visuals
  • Relaxing and smooth flight mechanics
  • Soothing soundtrack
  • Engaging exploration and lore
  • Peaceful, non-violent gameplay

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length
  • Simple puzzles with limited challenge
  • Some camera and control issues reported
  • Minimal character development and social interaction
  • Unsatisfying or abrupt ending

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Omno

  • Milkmaid of the Milky Way

  • Elroy and the Aliens

  • Darkestville Castle

  • Isle of Ewe

  • Dreaming Sarah

More expressive

Games that feels like AER Memories of Old but with more self-expression and customization

  • SLUDGE LIFE 2

  • Sable

  • Conbunn Cardboard

  • Maskmaker

  • Mika and The Witch's Mountain

  • Helheim Hassle

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From the same developer

From the same developer, ranked by motivational fit.

  • Deponia Doomsday

  • Deponia: The Complete Journey

  • Deponia

  • The Whispered World Special Edition

  • Anna's Quest

Similarity map

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  • Bars: the main motivational differences versus this game.
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  • Direction: each axis is a main motivational difference vs this game (e.g. more / less competitive).
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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

Swipe to compare nearby games with AER Memories of Old. These titles are not in What to play next.

AER Memories of Old: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Thrill, Expression.

Last update: 21/08/2026