Simon the Sorcerer Origins similar games & best alternatives

Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_1.avif
Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_2.avif
Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_3.avif
Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_4.avif
Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_5.avif
Simon the Sorcerer Origins - simon-the-sorcerer-origins_6.avif

Simon the Sorcerer Origins

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2025

Should you play it?

Summoned to a strange magical world, Simon must complete an ancient prophecy to return home. Solve crazy puzzles, cast spells, brew odd potions and uncover the origins of a legendary saga!

What works
  • Nostalgic humor and voice acting with original actors
  • Engaging and logical puzzles with magical elements
  • Beautiful hand-drawn art style and animations
  • Well-crafted story that enriches the series lore
  • Accessible gameplay with modern point-and-click mechanics
Things to keep in mind
  • Some puzzles lack clear clues and can be frustrating
  • Limited world size and few interactive npcs
  • Inconsistent animation quality and art detail
  • Short game length relative to price
  • Occasional awkward voice acting and dialogue delivery

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • The Book of Unwritten Tales 2

  • The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition

  • Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry

  • Birth

  • Syberia II

  • Freddi Fish 3: The Case of the Stolen Conch Shell

  • TOHU

  • The Journey Down: Chapter Two

  • Foolish Mortals
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Freddi Fish 3: The Case of the Stolen Conch Shell

  • TOHU

  • The Journey Down: Chapter Two
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Fantasy

    The Doors of Trithius
  • Escapism

    Hand of Doom
  • Story

    Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry

Similarity map

Explore nearby similar games and see why they’re close.

How to use the graph
Similarity map

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.

  • Purple star: this page’s game — everything on the map is relative to it.
  • Coloured chips: click to highlight games that mainly differ on that motivation; click again to reset.
  • Dotted line: link between this page’s game and the one selected for comparison.
  • Hover a dot for a screenshot preview, score, and top score gaps; click to compare in the panel on the right.
  • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Simon the Sorcerer Origins: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Thrill, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Fellowship.

Why this game works

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

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    3

    "Players can explore multiple locations and choose dialogue options, but progression is largely linear and guided."

    Capsule for √Letter - Root Letter - √Letter - Root Letter -

    "Players can explore multiple locations, combine items, and choose dialogue options, but interactions are mostly linear and guided."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    2

    "Puzzles require logical thinking and problem solving, with some difficulty and occasional frustration, providing a moderate challenge."

    Capsule for Normality Normality

    "Puzzles require logical thinking and some trial and error, offering moderate challenge without being overly difficult."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -5

    "No competitive elements or player comparison; focus is on solo puzzle solving and story experience."

    Capsule for A Fisherman's Tale A Fisherman's Tale

    "No competitive elements or player comparison; focus is on solo puzzle solving and story progression."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    2

    "Players report nostalgia and long-term attachment, though some find the game short or repetitive, leading to mixed continuation motivation."

    Capsule for World of Goo 2 World of Goo 2

    "Fans show attachment and nostalgia-driven engagement, though some find puzzles frustrating and game length short."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    -5

    "Single-player point-and-click adventure with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

    Capsule for Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry

    "Single-player point-and-click adventure with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    3

    "Players can collect and customize hats; the game features puzzle solving and exploration with some creative elements."

    Capsule for Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion

    "Players creatively combine inventory items and use spells; some customization with magical hats adds variety."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -5

    "No elements of domination or power over others; interactions are narrative-driven and equal."

    Capsule for The Invincible The Invincible

    "No elements of domination or power over others; interactions are narrative-driven and equal."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Strong immersion in a quirky, nostalgic 90s fantasy world with atmospheric exploration and humor provides escapism."

    Capsule for Hand of Doom Hand of Doom

    "Strong fantasy setting and humorous story provide escapism and nostalgic immersion."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and nostalgia rather than obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for FINAL FANTASY FINAL FANTASY

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and nostalgia rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Encourages trying different item combinations and exploring puzzles with some trial and error."

    Capsule for Kelvin and the Infamous Machine Kelvin and the Infamous Machine

    "Encourages trying different item combinations and spell uses to solve puzzles, though within a guided framework."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    2

    "Players explore multiple unique locations with some discovery elements, but navigation is mostly linear and limited backtracking."

    Capsule for Eventide 2: The Sorcerers Mirror Eventide 2: The Sorcerers Mirror

    "Multiple locations to explore with some backtracking, but world is relatively small and linear."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    2

    "Limited character customization mainly through skill and equipment choices; no avatar personalization."

    Capsule for Fatermyth Fatermyth

    "Limited character customization mainly through magical hats; no avatar personalization."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    5

    "Set in a fantasy world with magic, mythical creatures, and imaginative lore."

    Capsule for The Doors of Trithius The Doors of Trithius

    "Set in a magical fantasy world with wizards, spells, and mythical creatures."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -5

    "Focus on solo play with minimal social interaction or community features."

    Capsule for Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition

    "Focus on solo play with minimal social interaction or community features."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    2

    "Players learn puzzle mechanics and combat strategies, though progression is linear and limited."

    Capsule for Scorn Scorn

    "Players learn new spells and puzzle-solving skills, though progression is mostly linear."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventures."

    Capsule for Deponia: The Complete Journey Deponia: The Complete Journey

    "Sedentary gameplay typical of point-and-click adventures."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

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

    Capsule for Year Walk Year Walk

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

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -5

    "No close social relationships or emotional sharing; interactions are narrative and task-focused."

    Capsule for Sherlock Holmes - Nemesis Sherlock Holmes - Nemesis

    "No close social relationships or emotional sharing; interactions are narrative and task-focused."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles; player acts independently."

    Capsule for Outlast Outlast

    "No leadership or group management roles; player acts independently."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    3

    "Players collect items, unlock areas, and progress through story and puzzles."

    Capsule for Red Matter 2 Red Matter 2

    "Players collect items, learn spells, and advance through story-based objectives."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    2

    "Humorous and lighthearted tone provides some relaxation, though some puzzles cause frustration."

    Capsule for Toilet Chronicles Toilet Chronicles

    "Generally relaxing with humor and moderate challenge, though some puzzles and timed sequences cause frustration."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    2

    "Enjoyable hand-drawn visuals and music provide moderate sensory stimulation."

    Capsule for 100 hidden birds 100 hidden birds

    "Enjoyable hand-drawn visuals and music provide sensory pleasure without intense stimulation."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -5

    "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal experience."

    Capsule for Repella Fella Repella Fella

    "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal experience."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    4

    "Narrative-driven adventure with humor, character interactions, and references to previous games."

    Capsule for Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry

    "Engaging narrative prequel with humor, character development, and references to original games."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    2

    "Requires logical thinking and planning to solve puzzles and use spells effectively."

    Capsule for In Verbis Virtus In Verbis Virtus

    "Requires logical problem solving and planning to combine items and use spells effectively."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    -2

    "Minimal suspense or risk; some timed puzzles add mild tension but overall a calm experience."

    Capsule for Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit

    "Low risk and suspense; some timed puzzles add mild tension but overall calm experience."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    2

    "Generally considered good value for price by fans, though some feel it is short or repetitive."

    Capsule for A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead

    "Generally considered fair value for fans, though some find the price high relative to game length."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    -4

    "Minimal violence; gameplay focuses on puzzle solving and story rather than combat or destruction."

    Capsule for Return to Monkey Island Return to Monkey Island

    "Minimal violence; gameplay focuses on puzzle solving and story rather than combat."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    -5

    "No survival elements; stable, low-risk gameplay environment."

    Capsule for Quiplash 2 InterLASHional Quiplash 2 InterLASHional

    "No survival elements; stable, low-risk environment typical of adventure games."

Last update: 12/07/2026