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Apocalipsis

Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac • 2018

Should you play it?

Apocalipsis is a point-and-click adventure game, in the vain of Samorost and Machinarium, where all puzzles have a hidden meaning. With a unique artstyle inspired by 15th century engravings it tells a story about heartbreak, redemption and, quite literally, the end of the world.

What works

  • Unique medieval woodcut art style
  • Atmospheric dark soundtrack
  • Engaging symbolic narrative
  • Varied and interesting puzzles
  • Narration by behemoth's nergal

Things to keep in mind

  • Short gameplay duration
  • Some puzzles unintuitive or buggy
  • Slow character movement
  • Lack of dialogue and character development
  • Mini-games disrupt pacing

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Creepy Tale 2

  • Strangeland

  • Creepy Tale: Some Other Place

  • Candle

  • Tormentum - Dark Sorrow

  • Rusty Lake Paradise

Less violent

Games that feels like Apocalipsis but with less combat and destruction

  • The Whispered World Special Edition

  • Children of Silentown

  • Samorost 2

  • The Last Dream: Developer's Edition

  • Varenje

  • A New Beginning - Final Cut

Less survival-focused

Games that feels like Apocalipsis but with less survival pressure

  • Return to Monkey Island

  • Phonopolis

  • Dreamscapes: The Sandman - Premium Edition

  • Conquistadorio: Prologue

  • The Dream Machine: Chapter 1 & 2

  • Grim Legends 2: Song of the Dark Swan

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Apocalipsis: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Creativity, Fantasy, Relaxation.

Last update: 21/08/2026