Finding Paradise similar games & best alternatives

Finding Paradise

Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Android, Xbox Series X|S, iOS • 2017

Should you play it?

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to fulfill his last wish.

What works
  • Emotional and touching story
  • Beautiful soundtrack
  • Well-written characters
  • Thought-provoking themes
  • Humor blended with drama
Things to keep in mind
  • Simple and limited gameplay
  • Low-resolution pixel graphics
  • Lack of replayability
  • No social or multiplayer features
  • Some pacing issues near the end

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • What Lies in the Multiverse

  • Tokyo School Life

  • LiEat

  • Mr. Saitou

  • A Space For The Unbound - Prologue

  • Lost Words: Beyond the Page

  • NEKOPARA Vol. 4

  • Blackwood Crossing

  • What Comes After
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • What Lies in the Multiverse

  • Mr. Saitou

  • Lost Words: Beyond the Page
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Escapism

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  • Autonomy

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Finding Paradise: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Experimenting, Competence, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Idle.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    4

    "Players experience a narrative-driven game with some puzzle solving and light interaction, allowing personal interpretation and choice in understanding the story."

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    "Players follow a narrative with some minor interactive choices and puzzle solving, but mostly experience a directed story with limited player control."

  • Competence

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    -3

    "Gameplay is minimal and simple, with few challenges or skill tests; focus is on narrative experience rather than technical mastery."

    Capsule for That Dragon, Cancer That Dragon, Cancer

    "Gameplay involves simple exploration and easy puzzles with minimal skill challenge, focusing on story rather than technical mastery."

  • Competition

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    "No competitive elements; the game is a personal, narrative-driven experience without leaderboards or player comparison."

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    "No competitive elements; the game is a single-player narrative experience without comparison or ranking."

  • Continuation

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    "Players often play in one sitting and express strong emotional attachment, though some mention short playtime and less replay desire."

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    "Players tend to engage in long sessions to complete the emotional story; some mention playing in one sitting."

  • Cooperation

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    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

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    "Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity

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    "Some player choices and minor gameplay variations, but mostly following a predefined narrative and structure."

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  • Domination

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    "No social dominance or power dynamics; interactions are narrative and cooperative in tone."

    Capsule for Space Pilgrim Episode I: Alpha Centauri Space Pilgrim Episode I: Alpha Centauri

    "No social dominance or power dynamics; interactions are narrative and cooperative in tone."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

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    "Strong escapism as players immerse in a fantasy world, emotionally connecting with characters and story, often as a stress relief."

    Capsule for Crystalline Crystalline

    "Strong escapism as players immerse in a touching fictional story to reflect on life, loneliness, and regrets."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily driven by personal interest in emotional storytelling and art."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Gameplay is linear and narrative-driven with limited exploration or experimentation."

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    "Gameplay is mostly linear and narrative-driven with limited experimentation or novel mechanics."

  • Exploration

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    "Exploration of different characters' environments and memories to uncover story details."

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    "Exploration of memories and environments occurs but within a familiar, story-driven context."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

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    "Some character customization and downloadable skins allow modest self-expression."

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    "Limited character customization and some playful visual elements allow modest self-expression."

  • Fantasy

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    "The story involves supernatural and mysterious elements, creating an imaginative and fictional experience."

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  • Fellowship

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    "Primarily a solitary experience with minimal social interaction or community engagement."

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  • Growth

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    "Players report personal development, emotional growth, and philosophical reflection inspired by the narrative."

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  • Health

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and follow story; not suited for casual or background play."

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    "Requires focused attention to follow story and puzzles; not suited for casual or background play."

  • Intimacy

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    "Emotional connections with characters and deep narrative relationships foster intimacy."

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  • Leadership

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    "No leadership or management roles; player follows a set narrative."

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  • Progression

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    "Progression occurs through narrative advancement and unlocking endings rather than item or power accumulation."

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  • Relaxation

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    "The game provides a soothing, cozy atmosphere with calming music and gentle pacing."

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  • Sensation

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    "Enjoyable music and pixel art provide moderate sensory stimulation."

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  • Status

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    "No social status or recognition mechanics; experience is private and personal."

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  • Story

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    "Narrative immersion is the core of the game, with strong emotional storytelling and character development."

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    "Narrative immersion is the core of the game, with strong emotional storytelling and character development."

  • Strategy

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    "Minimal strategic or problem-solving demands; puzzles are simple and narrative-driven."

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  • Thrill

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    "Emotional tension rather than suspense or risk-based thrill."

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    "Emotional tension exists but is gentle and reflective rather than suspenseful or thrilling."

  • Value

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    "Players perceive strong value in emotional impact, story depth, and replayability for the price."

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    "Players perceive high value in the emotional and narrative experience relative to game length and price."

  • Violence

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    "No violence or combat; gameplay focuses on exploration and interaction."

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  • Survival

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    "No survival or threat elements; stable, low-risk narrative environment."

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