Games like We Were Here
Below are 15 hand-picked alternatives to We Were Here for fans of action, indie, adventure, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in We Were Here also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, more from Total Mayhem Games, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.
About We Were Here: Lost in a frozen wasteland and split up from your partner inside an abandoned castle, the only possession you have left is a walkie-talkie with a familiar voice on the other end. Can the two of you find your way out in time?
Players who liked We Were Here also play
Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.
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We Were Here Too
Top pick for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
As your final hour approaches, a large structure looms up in the distance, towering above the relentless storm. Discover the truth behind this dark castle in a communication-based, cooperative puzzle adventure.
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We Were Here Together
Second-strongest match for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
As we explore these frozen wastes, misfortune strikes once again. Through the fierce blizzard, a flare lights the sky, followed by a cry for help over the radio - broken, dying... No one else can come to their rescue. Can we make it back - together?
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Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories
Third-strongest match for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
"Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories" is a series of co-operative escape-room style puzzle scenarios. Each one is sure to test your wits as you try to overcome the challenges that stand in the way of your escape.
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Another Door: Escape Room
Ranked #4 for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure with We Were Here.
The goal is simple : Open the Door and Escape. From the moment you enter, you'll face a series of devious puzzles, perfect for solo or collaborative play with friends. Built from the ground up for immersive VR, this episodic adventure brings the thrill of real-world escape rooms to virtual reality.
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Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege
Ranked #5 for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Free To Play with We Were Here.
You only wanted to make a visit to your sick colleague, but what you encounter is beyond your imagination. Discover the secrets of your colleague and find a way to escape the trap.
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Escape Memoirs: Mansion Heist
Ranked #6 for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
"Escape Memoirs: Mansion Heist" is a co-operative atmospheric reverse escape-room puzzle game. You are a master thief who has been hired to rob a mysterious mansion, filled with various puzzles. Do you think you have what it takes to conquer the challenges that await you in the mansion.
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Is this Game Trying to Kill Me?
Ranked #7 for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with We Were Here.
An old shack deep in a dense forest, a strange computer and a game that's trying to kill you!
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Escape Simulator 2
Ranked #8 for We Were Here fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
Sequel to the best-selling escape room game, brings a fresh take on first-person puzzles with a variety of new rooms to explore solo or with friends. Solve intricate puzzles, uncover hidden secrets, or craft your own escape rooms with Room Editor 2.0.
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More from Total Mayhem Games
Other recommendable Steam games by Total Mayhem Games, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
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We Were Here Forever
Another title from Total Mayhem Games, the studio behind We Were Here. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
You both awaken imprisoned inside the sinister Castle Rock - were you betrayed, or simply not that clever? Find out in the greatest co-op puzzle adventure in the We Were Here Series! Do you and your partner have what it takes to face the dark forces of this realm or will you be trapped… forever?
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We Were Here Together
Another title from Total Mayhem Games, the studio behind We Were Here. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
As we explore these frozen wastes, misfortune strikes once again. Through the fierce blizzard, a flare lights the sky, followed by a cry for help over the radio - broken, dying... No one else can come to their rescue. Can we make it back - together?
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We Were Here Too
Another title from Total Mayhem Games, the studio behind We Were Here. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
As your final hour approaches, a large structure looms up in the distance, towering above the relentless storm. Discover the truth behind this dark castle in a communication-based, cooperative puzzle adventure.
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We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip
Another title from Total Mayhem Games, the studio behind We Were Here. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
Partner up with your friend online and set sail for an unforgettable puzzle adventure in this bite-sized standalone We Were Here experience. Work together to overcome brain-teasing challenges and make fun memories, using your best communication, teamwork and trust skills.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
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We Were Here Together
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
As we explore these frozen wastes, misfortune strikes once again. Through the fierce blizzard, a flare lights the sky, followed by a cry for help over the radio - broken, dying... No one else can come to their rescue. Can we make it back - together?
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Is this Game Trying to Kill Me?
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with We Were Here.
An old shack deep in a dense forest, a strange computer and a game that's trying to kill you!
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Escape Simulator 2
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Indie and Adventure with We Were Here.
Sequel to the best-selling escape room game, brings a fresh take on first-person puzzles with a variety of new rooms to explore solo or with friends. Solve intricate puzzles, uncover hidden secrets, or craft your own escape rooms with Room Editor 2.0.
Frequently asked about We Were Here
- Does We Were Here run on Steam Deck?
- We Were Here is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
- Is We Were Here free to play?
- Yes — We Were Here is a free-to-play title on Steam. You can install and play it without buying anything, though some games include optional in-app purchases.
- Does We Were Here have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — We Were Here supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Cross-Platform Multiplayer, Online Co-op).
- What games are most similar to We Were Here?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside We Were Here are We Were Here Too, We Were Here Together, Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories.
- Who developed We Were Here?
- We Were Here was developed by Total Mayhem Games.
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 We Were Here.
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