Top 11 Games Like The Red Strings Club
The vivid cyberpunk journey of publisher Devolver Digital’s game The Red Strings Club does not have to end at “game over.”
This list of eleven similar titles will satisfy your need for action-packed story-driven adventures.
1. VA-11 HALL-A
In VA-11 HALL-A, the player is a bartender at a popular bar in a dystopian world. The bartending element of The Red Strings Club is modest compared to the gameplay of VA-11 HALL-A. Tending a bar in this game means interacting with a lot of compelling characters. And who knows what they’ll confess after a couple of drinks.
What makes VA-11 HALL-A awesome:
- Similar bartending gameplay to The Red Strings Club
- Brilliant commentary on the impact of technology
- The visual elements were inspired by traditional Japanese games
2. Neo Cab
Explore a cyberpunk world as a taxi driver searching for a lost friend in an automation-run society. Each choice you make affects the information you gather and the rating that allows you to work. Being the last human cab driver makes bringing in every passenger a life-or-death situation.
What makes Neo Cab awesome:
- Its simple gameplay dynamics are accessible to players of all skill levels
- Your choices affect the main character’s emotions
- Stunning cyberpunk color palette
3. Minotaur
Minotaur is a narrative-heavy cyberpunk game. Nine characters find themselves trapped in an apartment, with the player guiding them through until they hit one of the different endings. The gameplay combines point-and-click dynamics with challenging puzzles for a truly personal adventure.
What makes Minotaur awesome:
- Its complex narrative makes you feel like you’re part of the game
- In-depth puzzle solving makes this game different than many others in the genre
- Its original soundtrack is a masterpiece
4. Gemini Rue
Gemini Rue follows Azriel Odin, an ex-assassin, and Delta-Six, a man with amnesia, as they embark on a journey that will lead to their connection as well as a deeper understanding of the world around them. Their personal missions for redemption can impact the galaxy as a whole.
What makes Gemini Rue awesome:
- It contains over 60 hand-drawn backgrounds
- Players can control the choices of two separate characters
- The game comes with a DVD-style commentary track
5. Void And Meddler
Void and Meddler tells the story of hero Fyn’s journey in overcoming her absence of memories and finding a human connection. The game follows a non-linear structure, meaning that players will experience the story in fragments and details.
What makes Void and Meddler awesome:
- The game is inspired by 80s rock music
- The cyberpunk elements create a vivid and immersive environment
- Episode II of the adventure is now available as well
6. Headliner: NoviNews
The player has the power to create the truth in deciding which news stories, no matter how false, get published. Each story has the potential to create a perfect society or burn the whole city to the ground.
What makes Headliner: NoviNews awesome:
- The game has won numerous awards including the Serious Play Silver Award and Intel Buzz’s Best Game
- Popular YouTuber Phillip DeFranco called the game “. . .kind of perfect.”
- The content is a topical representation of media today
7. Cyberpunk 2077
Make your own history as a mercenary in the cyberpunk metropolis of Night City. Create a name for yourself by completing dangerous missions with weapon and body mod upgrades.
What makes Cyberpunk 2077 awesome:
- The digital download comes with original artwork and wallpapers from the game
- Keanu Reeves’ likeness and voice are present in the story
- The game releases on April 15, 2020, and is available for pre-order
8. Whispers of a Machine
Serial murders? Cybernetically-enhanced special agents? Evil AIs? Whispers of a Machine has it all! Join Vera in her journey to stop an illegal faction as well as to face dark secrets from her past.
What makes Whispers of a Machine awesome:
- Vera’s personality changes depending on the choices of the player
- All the detailed pixel art of the game is hand-drawn
- The game boasts 4000 lines of quality English voiceovers
9. Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You
“Big Brother” is no longer watching you. Because you are “Big Brother.” Spy on all aspects of civilian lives to investigate connections to terrorist operations. But all-access to personal information may come at a cost.
What makes Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You awesome:
- The game’s title is a reference to George Orwell, the author of the dystopian novel 1984.
- Walk the line between protection and invasion of privacy
- Each choice you make can have a large impact on the lives of citizens everywhere
10. Life is Strange - Episode 1
Experience the story of Life is Strange in the past, present, and future. Join Max Caulfield as she bends time to attempt to save her best friend. What secrets will be revealed as the pair finds themselves tangled up in the investigation for the missing Rachel Price?
What makes Life is Strange - Episode 1 awesome:
- The game is now free to download on Steam
- The artwork is hand-painted
- Multiple endings are available depending on the player’s choices
11. Dreamfall Chapters
Explore and influence histories across multiple worlds with the 3D adventure of Dreamfall Chapters. The Final Cut version combines five episodes of stories into one epic magical journey.
What makes Dreamfall Chapters awesome:
- The Final Cut version allows players to experience all of the separate stories in one game
- Included special features include an art gallery and deleted scenes
- The game combines magical and cyberpunk elements for a truly unique gaming experience
