The Best Story Games for Android

Update : Hannah added at rank #13.
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Finding Paradise (2017)

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Linux IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Explore the emotional journey of Drs. Eva Rosalene and Neil Watts as they fulfill a dying man's wish in Finding Paradise. Dive into patients' memories, uncovering their life stories and final wishes. Engage with a thought-provoking and meaningful narrative that resonates with players. Experience the impact games can have on personal growth and introspection. Join the doctors on this unforgettable adventure and make a difference in someone's life!


What we like:
  • Amazing sequel to 'To the Moon'
  • Thought-provoking and meaningful story
  • Emotional impact that resonates with players
  • Engaging and well-crafted narrative
  • Provides valuable life lessons
What could be improved:
  • Can be emotionally difficult to play

  • rpg
  • story
  • pixel
  • emotional
  • japanese
  • adventure
  • interactive
  • fiction
  • narrative
  • psychological
  • top-down
  • rpgmaker
  • funny
  • puzzle
  • comedy

2

Riven (2024)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Mac OS osvr

Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.


  • 3d
  • emotional
  • exploration
  • walking-simulator
  • surreal
  • story
  • philosophical
  • investigation
  • logic
  • mystery
  • atmospheric
  • puzzle
  • grade-school
  • first-person
  • adventure

3

Blacktail (2022)

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Experience the mystical and intense archery combat in BLACKTAIL, a dark and magical fairy tale world. Play as Yaga, a witch accused of witchcraft, who hunts down foul spirits to unravel your own mystery while deciding the fate of the land. With BLACKTAIL's Morality system, your decisions affect your skills. Discover hidden treasures, collect lost recipes, and brew elixirs to shape your playstyle. Are you ready to become the guardian of the woods or the terror nightmares are made of?

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What we like:
  • Beautiful environment
  • Interesting story
  • Unique characters
  • Great voice acting
  • Seamless integration of morality system
What could be improved:
  • Slow controls
  • Tedious combat
  • Technical issues
  • Poor explanation of mechanics

  • archery
  • mythology
  • first-person
  • crafting
  • dark
  • story
  • exploration
  • survival
  • open-world
  • action-adventure
  • rpg
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • humor
  • fantasy

4

Hindsight (2022)

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What if the physical objects of everyday life, the possessions we hold close, were actual windows to the past? Peer into distant memories and unseen futures in Hindsight.

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  • narrative
  • narration
  • cinematic
  • emotional
  • exploration
  • point-and-click
  • story
  • hidden-object
  • interactive
  • drama
  • stylized
  • fiction
  • puzzle
  • relaxing
  • colourful

5

Open Roads (2024)

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Tess Devine and her mother, Opal, embark on a road trip adventure to explore a series of long-abandoned family properties, unearthing the past. Featuring star performances by Keri Russell (The Americans, Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker) and Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Uncharted 4)

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  • mystery
  • narrative
  • walking-simulator
  • interactive
  • story
  • adventure
  • first-person
  • hand-drawn
  • exploration
  • walking
  • discovery
  • investigation
  • fiction
  • cinematic
  • grand

6

Heartbound (2018)

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Heartbound is a non-traditional role-playing game about a boy, his dog, secrets, and sanity.

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  • choices
  • story
  • rpg
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • adventure
  • psychological
  • horror
  • puzzle
  • single-player

7

The Wild Case (2021)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Android IOS iPhone Mac OS Linux

Embark on a journey to an eerie village shrouded in mystery in The Wild Case. Solve puzzles, negotiate with inhabitants, and uncover supernatural occurrences in this atmospheric adventure. With stunning hand-drawn graphics and haunting sound effects, immerse yourself in an open world that will keep you on edge. Unravel the secrets of the forgotten village if you dare.


What we like:
  • Short but well-rounded gameplay
  • Intriguing mystery with satisfying ending
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork
  • Atmospheric music and sound effects
  • Adequate price point
What could be improved:
  • Lack of motivation for replayability
  • Rough English translation
  • Story not frightening for adults

  • detective
  • point-and-click
  • puzzle
  • story
  • hand-drawn
  • adventure
  • atmospheric
  • text
  • 2d
  • supernatural
  • exploration
  • first-person
  • investigation
  • linear
  • mystery

8

Spiral (2024)

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Android Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Spiral is a third-person narrative exploration game that shares a poetic vision of cognitive degeneration. Step into the shoes of Bernard as you help him and support him while braving his unravelling mind and reliving his most treasured moments.

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  • emotional
  • soundtrack
  • walking-simulator
  • narration
  • third-person
  • story
  • exploration
  • stylized
  • atmospheric
  • cinematic
  • narrative
  • music
  • single-player
  • controller-support
  • 3d

9

Immortality (2022)

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Delve into the enigmatic world of IMMORTALITY, where you piece together Marissa Marcel's vanished career through lost film footage. Discover the secrets behind her unreleased movies and uncover a narrative woven with Hollywood's allure and darkness. Your curiosity unlocks a story buried in time, promising a thrilling journey through cinema history.


What we like:
  • Innovative narrative structure that immerses you in detective work
  • Stellar acting enhances the story's authenticity
  • Unique match cut mechanic offers a novel way to navigate the plot
  • Impressive production quality recreates distinct filmmaking eras
  • Rich historical setting amplifies the narrative depth
What could be improved:
  • Free-form structure may confuse new players
  • Vast amount of footage can overwhelm

  • fmv
  • interactive
  • noir
  • lgbtq
  • hidden-object
  • choices
  • emotional
  • immersive
  • detective
  • point-and-click
  • film
  • horror
  • fiction
  • story
  • drama

10

Unpacking (2018)

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PC Windows Linux IOS iPhone Android Xbox One Mac OS

Experience the simple joy of Unpacking in this zen-like game. Through eight house moves, you'll uncover a heartwarming story told through objects, creating an intimate connection with a character you never see. Organize your home, enjoy the beautiful soundtrack, and immerse yourself in a unique narrative journey that mirrors the ups and downs of life.

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What we like:
  • Unforgettable storytelling through objects
  • Relaxing, meditative gameplay
  • Beautiful pixel-art visuals
  • Captivating soundtrack
  • Engaging puzzle-solving experience
What could be improved:
  • Game duration is quite short
  • Limited customization options

  • pixel
  • puzzle
  • book
  • story
  • narrative
  • relaxing
  • isometric
  • zen
  • achievements
  • cute

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