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Games like The Simen Rumors

If The Simen Rumors is your kind of game, the closest matches are 我的一个多重人格朋友, Kanna Maze and Dragon Maiden: Blossoms of the Past — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its 14 interconnected short stories, atmospheric and contemplative. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About The Simen Rumors: 本游戏以视觉小说的形式,收录了十四个奇幻恐怖的短篇故事。从网站专栏的投稿、社团的恐怖故事分享会、到某座设施中的秘密实验……你将以不同的视角,探索发生在鸶门市周边的种种奇妙传闻。

2026IndieAdventure8.00 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby 羊之口
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Players who liked The Simen Rumors also play

Steam players who put hours into The Simen Rumors also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. 我的一个多重人格朋友

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    This is an AVG game that involves reasoning and decryption. He Zhou has 7 different personalities, which alternate seven days a week. Players will play as a detective and deduce the truth behind the horrifying cases surrounding He Zhou through the diary he left behind.

    2025IndieAdventureSimulation0.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Kanna Maze

    WHY THIS

    Shares environmental storytelling, visual novel style and atmospheric with The Simen Rumors.

    Second-strongest match for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    In an isolated lab beneath the earth, a childhood friend is resurrected. Amidst sealed walls, a spree of killings unfolds. In a godless abyss, parallel worlds entwine like a maze. Where does one find the path to the sole universe of bliss?

    2024AdventureRPG3.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Dragon Maiden: Blossoms of the Past

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Dragon Maiden is a 2D pixel-art mystery adventure. As Wang Xie, you’re trapped in a time loop on the day of the Mountain God Ceremony. Relive the 22 hours before midnight, uncover the truth behind the village’s destruction, and break free from the cycle.

    2025IndieAdventure5.59 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Gensokyo:Presumption of Guilt~Pansies Before Dawn

    WHY THIS

    Shares visual novel style, narrative driven and a mysterious mood with The Simen Rumors.

    Ranked #4 for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Explore the intertwined fates of humans and youkai in this interactive fiction. As an unwitting protagonist, enter the sealed realm of Gensokyo to investigate a series of bizarre murders. Unearth ancient secrets and witness a gripping saga hidden for millennia.

    2026IndieAdventureCasual13.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Xi

    WHY THIS

    Shares hidden collectibles, exploration and atmospheric with The Simen Rumors.

    Ranked #5 for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    "Xi" is a horror puzzle game set in the context of modern Chinese folklore. The story takes place in an long-abandoned mountain mansion. This immersive escape room experience feels a bit too real, with eerie and strange elements everywhere—an empty banquet, an endless corridor.

    2025IndieAdventureRPG1.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Herald: The Interactive Period Drama – Complete Edition

    WHY THIS

    Shares branching narrative and an atmospheric mood with The Simen Rumors.

    Ranked #6 for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Herald is a choice-driven adventure set on the high seas. Board the HLV Herald and uncover its dark secrets in an intriguing tale about tyranny and servitude.

    2025IndieAdventure19.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Murders on the Yangtze River

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with The Simen Rumors.

    Ranked #7 for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    "Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.

    2024IndieAdventureRPG9.29 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Uberich: Advent Sinners

    WHY THIS

    Shares visual novel style, branching narrative and atmospheric with The Simen Rumors.

    Ranked #8 for The Simen Rumors fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    The world and reality of Joe collapse as a sequence of paranormal events starts in September. A mysterious girl with physical powers named Chava wants him dead, as he can be a core key for her cult to dominate the reality between worlds.

    2025IndieAdventureSimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below The Simen Rumors at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Simen Rumors.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. GRIS

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~53% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

    2018IndieAdventure3.74 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~81% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Crypt of the NecroDancer

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Simen Rumors.

    Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

    2015ActionIndieRPG2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. A Short Hike

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under The Simen Rumors on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

    2019IndieAdventure3.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Simen Rumors.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Simen Rumors.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Simen Rumors.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with The Simen Rumors.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about The Simen Rumors

Is The Simen Rumors verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — The Simen Rumors is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does The Simen Rumors cost?
The Simen Rumors is listed on Steam at 8.00 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to The Simen Rumors?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside The Simen Rumors are 我的一个多重人格朋友, Kanna Maze, Dragon Maiden: Blossoms of the Past.
Who developed The Simen Rumors?
The Simen Rumors was developed by 羊之口.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on The Simen Rumors.

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