Best Dynamic Narration games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated dynamic narration games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free dynamic narration games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Tesla Effect: A Tex Murphy Adventure

Tex Murphy is the last of the hard-boiled gumshoe detectives living in dystopian post-World War III San Francisco in the 2050s. Tex is an honest and good-natured private investigator with a penchant for bourbon, cigarettes and getting himself into trouble.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 08 May 2014

The Stanley Parable

The Stanley Parable is a first person exploration game. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will follow a story, you will not follow a story. You will have a choice, you will have no choice. The game will end, the game will never end.

Price 14.79€
Rating 9.1
Release 17 Oct 2013

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger

From the dust of a gold mine to the dirt of a saloon, Call of Juarez® Gunslinger is a real homage to the Wild West tales. Live the epic and violent journey of a ruthless bounty hunter on the trail of the West’s most notorious outlaws.

Price -83% 2.18€
Rating 9.3
Release 22 May 2013

The Journey Down: Chapter One

The Journey Down is a point-and-click series with an Afro-Caribbean twist. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, mystery and grave danger - but also a journey of warmth, friendship and love.

Price 5.69€
Rating 8.3
Release 09 Jan 2013

Bastion

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Price 14.79€
Rating 9.4
Release 16 Aug 2011

Most played dynamic narration games on Steam

Take a look at the top dynamic narration games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.

1. Thought Experiment Simulator

This is a stupid game that might include Trolley Problem, Ship of Theseus, Brain in a Vat, Infinite Monkey, Sisyphus, Prisoner's Dilemma, Schrodinger's Cat, etc. Thought Experiment Simulator is a dynamic narration, comedy and philosophical game developed by HoHo Game Studio and published by Gamera Games and Gamirror Games. Released on July 22nd 2024 has received 538 reviews of which 455 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
7.9
455
83

45
players

2. Curious Expedition 2

Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based narrative roguelike set in a reimagined version of the late 19th century that uses procedural gameplay and story elements to create completely unique and epic adventures every time you play. Curious Expedition 2 is a adventure, simulation and dynamic narration game developed and published by Maschinen-Mensch. Released on January 28th 2021 has received 3,832 reviews of which 3,412 were positive and 420 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.6
3,412
420

33
players

3. Outcast - A New Beginning

Explore the breathtaking alien world of Adelpha, support the local Talans in their struggles and fight your way through fast-paced battles against invading robot forces in this 3rd-person, open world, action adventure sequel to the 1999 cult classic. Outcast - A New Beginning is a action, open world and third-person shooter game developed by Appeal Studios and published by THQ Nordic. Released on March 15th 2024 has received 1,263 reviews of which 1,007 were positive and 256 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
7.6
1,007
256

10
players

4. Foretales

Decide the fate of the world in this ingenious story-driven card game. Foretales offers a unique take on the adventure genre, with a multitude of playstyles and story paths through which you can save the world… or bring about its end. Foretales is a card game, story rich and dynamic narration game developed by Alkemi and published by Dear Villagers. Released on September 15th 2022 has received 1,001 reviews of which 850 were positive and 151 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.1
850
151

8
players

5. Young Souls

Young Souls is a gorgeous 2D brawler meets story-rich action RPG. Fight hordes of belligerent goblins, level up with hundreds of weapons and accessories, explore, and journey between worlds, as rebellious twins battle their way to save their foster father. Young Souls is a action rpg, hack and slash and beat 'em up game developed by 1P2P and published by The Arcade Crew. Released on March 10th 2022 has received 538 reviews of which 455 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
7.9
455
83

3
players

6. A Highland Song

Moira McKinnon is running away. A wild adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with open platforming and dynamic storytelling, maps and music. From the creators of Heaven's Vault and 80 Days. A Highland Song is a exploration, 2d platformer and nature game developed and published by inkle Ltd. Released on December 05th 2023 has received 514 reviews of which 465 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.4
465
49

2
players

7. Finnish Army Simulator

Military service, just like you remember it! Or if you don’t, you’ll feel like you do. Finnish Army Simulator is a early access, military and comedy game developed and published by Please Be Patient. Released on January 13th 2023 has received 506 reviews of which 456 were positive and 50 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.4
456
50

1
players

8. Title_Pending

Congratulations! You've been hired by an up and coming Game Development Studio to play-test their New Game (which as of now does not have a title). Not only that, you'll get to talk with the Lead Developer of the project, Matthew Stanton, who will give insight on his team's creative process. Title_Pending is a adventure, walking simulator and comedy game developed and published by DEVBEEF. Released on September 27th 2022 has received 381 reviews of which 365 were positive and 16 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.8
365
16

9. The Odyssey of the Mammoth

Through lavish but perilous landscapes, assist a mammoth mother and her child escape from their extinction. Discover breathtaking views from 12,000 years ago. Beware of the increasingly hostile environment. Protect your offspring from the hunters tracking you and send them flying! The Odyssey of the Mammoth is a adventure, historical and dynamic narration game developed by Mighty Tusks and published by UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias. Released on March 04th 2022 has received 466 reviews of which 414 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played dynamic narration games.
8.3
414
52

Best deals on dynamic narration games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of dynamic narration games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted dynamic narration games.

1. Foretales

Decide the fate of the world in this ingenious story-driven card game. Foretales offers a unique take on the adventure genre, with a multitude of playstyles and story paths through which you can save the world… or bring about its end. Foretales is a card game, story rich and dynamic narration game developed by Alkemi and published by Dear Villagers. Released on September 15th 2022 has received 1,001 reviews of which 850 were positive and 151 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for dynamic narration category.
8.1
850
151

-94% 20.33€ 1.22€

2. Young Souls

Young Souls is a gorgeous 2D brawler meets story-rich action RPG. Fight hordes of belligerent goblins, level up with hundreds of weapons and accessories, explore, and journey between worlds, as rebellious twins battle their way to save their foster father. Young Souls is a action rpg, hack and slash and beat 'em up game developed by 1P2P and published by The Arcade Crew. Released on March 10th 2022 has received 538 reviews of which 455 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 71% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in dynamic narration games.
7.9
455
83

-71% 25.00€ 7.25€

3. A Highland Song

Moira McKinnon is running away. A wild adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with open platforming and dynamic storytelling, maps and music. From the creators of Heaven's Vault and 80 Days. A Highland Song is a exploration, 2d platformer and nature game developed and published by inkle Ltd. Released on December 05th 2023 has received 514 reviews of which 465 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 60% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in dynamic narration games.
8.4
465
49

-60% 15.90€ 6.36€

4. Outcast - A New Beginning

Explore the breathtaking alien world of Adelpha, support the local Talans in their struggles and fight your way through fast-paced battles against invading robot forces in this 3rd-person, open world, action adventure sequel to the 1999 cult classic. Outcast - A New Beginning is a action, open world and third-person shooter game developed by Appeal Studios and published by THQ Nordic. Released on March 15th 2024 has received 1,263 reviews of which 1,007 were positive and 256 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for dynamic narration games.
7.6
1,007
256

-50% 39.78€ 19.89€

5. Thought Experiment Simulator

This is a stupid game that might include Trolley Problem, Ship of Theseus, Brain in a Vat, Infinite Monkey, Sisyphus, Prisoner's Dilemma, Schrodinger's Cat, etc. Thought Experiment Simulator is a dynamic narration, comedy and philosophical game developed by HoHo Game Studio and published by Gamera Games and Gamirror Games. Released on July 22nd 2024 has received 538 reviews of which 455 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a 49% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for dynamic narration games.
7.9
455
83

-49% 5.00€ 2.55€

Free dynamic narration games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play dynamic narration games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play dynamic narration games.

1. The Odyssey of the Mammoth

Through lavish but perilous landscapes, assist a mammoth mother and her child escape from their extinction. Discover breathtaking views from 12,000 years ago. Beware of the increasingly hostile environment. Protect your offspring from the hunters tracking you and send them flying! The Odyssey of the Mammoth is a adventure, historical and dynamic narration game developed by Mighty Tusks and published by UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias. Released on March 04th 2022 has received 466 reviews of which 414 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free dynamic narration games on Steam.
8.3
414
52