TOP 100 TEXT-BASED ADVENTURE GAMES

Text-based adventure games are like a choose-your-own-adventure book, but without the pesky pages to turn. Instead, players navigate through a world driven entirely by text, making choices and watching as their actions unfold before them. It's like having your own personal narrator following you around, but instead of just describing what's happening, they add a whole lot of personality and humor to the mix. Players love text-based adventures because they allow for a level of immersion that just isn't possible with more graphical games. It's all about using your imagination and creating a mental image of the setting around you, with the narrative acting as your guide. If you're looking for some of the best text-based adventure games out there, you're in luck. This site has curated a well-picked list of top titles that will keep you entertained for hours on end. From classic adventures to newer releases, there's something for everyone. So get ready to flex your imagination and dive into a world of words!

#101	Cultist Simulator License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad, Switch, Android Release: 2018 Rating: 7.7/10
#102	This Book Is A Dungeon License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 2015 Rating: 7.7/10
#103	Eric the Unready License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1993 Rating: 7.7/10
#104	The Typing of the Dead License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, PS2 Release: 1999 Rating: 7.6/10
#105	Legends of Talia: Arcadia License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, Switch, PS5, PS4 Release: 2017 Rating: 7.6/10
#106	CAPSULE License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2021 Rating: 7.6/10
#107	Dysfunctional Systems: Learning to Manage Chaos License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 2013 Rating: 7.6/10
#108	Dysfunctional Systems: Orientation License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 2017 Rating: 7.6/10
#109	Vampire: The Masquerade — Out for Blood License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 2021 Rating: 7.6/10
#110	OzMafia!! License: n/a Platforms: PC, Switch, PS Vita Release: 2016 Rating: 7.6/10
#111	Trinity License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 2018 Rating: 7.6/10
#112	BURIED STARS License: n/a Platforms: PS4, Switch, PC Release: 2021 Rating: 7.5/10
#113	ValiDate: Struggling Singles in your Area License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, Switch, XSX, Xbox One Release: 2022 Rating: 7.5/10
#114	The Lost Heir: The Fall of Daria License: n/a Platforms: iPhone / iPad, PC, Mac, Android Release: 2015 Rating: 7.5/10
#115	Surviving High School License: n/a Platforms: iPhone / iPad, DS Release: 2009 Rating: 7.4/10
#116	Fatehaven License: n/a Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Mac, PC, Android Release: 2014 Rating: 7.3/10
#117	The Road to Canterbury License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2018 Rating: 7.3/10
#118	Sub Rosa License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2021 Rating: 7.3/10
#119	Nightfall License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2022 Rating: 7.3/10
#120	The Adliberum Engine (ADLENGINE) License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 2017 Rating: 7.1/10
#121	Just One Line License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 2018 Rating: 7.1/10
#122	Epistory - Typing Chronicles License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch Release: 2016 Rating: 7.1/10
#123	Depression Quest License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2014 Rating: 7.1/10
#124	Amnesia License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#125	Muv-Luv License: n/a Platforms: PC, Switch, Xbox 360, PS3, Android, PS Vita Release: 2016 Rating: 7/10
#126	Hakuoki: Stories of the Shinsengumi License: n/a Platforms: PS3 Release: 2014 Rating: 7/10
#127	Sleep Is Death (Geisterfahrer) License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 2010 Rating: 7/10
#128	Elisa: the Innkeeper License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2017 Rating: 7/10
#129	CAFE 0 ~The Drowned Mermaid~ License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2011 Rating: 7/10
#130	1893: A World's Fair Mystery License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2003 Rating: 7/10
#131	9:05 License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2000 Rating: 7/10
#132	Gateway II: Homeworld License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1993 Rating: 7/10
#133	Suspicious Cargo License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1991 Rating: 7/10
#134	Arthur: The Quest for Excalibur License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1989 Rating: 7/10
#135	Journey: The Quest Begins License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1989 Rating: 7/10
#136	Zork Zero: The Revenge of Megaboz License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 1989 Rating: 7/10
#137	Zork III: The Dungeon Master License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad Release: 1982 Rating: 7/10
#138	Lords of Time License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1983 Rating: 7/10
#139	Suspended License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1983 Rating: 7/10
#140	The Worm in Paradise License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#141	A Mind Forever Voyaging License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#142	Nine Princes in Amber License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#143	Wishbringer License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#144	Mindshadow License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#145	Questprobe: Featuring Human Torch and the Thing License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#146	Spellbreaker License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1985 Rating: 7/10
#147	Ten Little Indians License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1983 Rating: 7/10
#148	Escape from Pulsar 7 License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1982 Rating: 7/10
#149	Colossal Adventure License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1982 Rating: 7/10
#150	Ingrid's Back! License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1988 Rating: 7/10
#151	Planetfall License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1983 Rating: 7/10
#152	Return to Eden License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1984 Rating: 7/10
#153	Amazon License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1984 Rating: 7/10
#154	Zyll License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1984 Rating: 7/10
#155	Cutthroats License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1984 Rating: 7/10
#156	Zork II: The Wizard of Frobozz License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad Release: 1981 Rating: 7/10
#157	Wolfman License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1988 Rating: 7/10
#158	Sherlock: The Riddle of the Crown Jewels License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1988 Rating: 7/10
#159	The President is Missing License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1988 Rating: 7/10
#160	Stationfall License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#161	Gnome Ranger License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#162	The Guild of Thieves License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#163	Hollywood Hijinx License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#164	Bureaucracy License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#165	Knight Orc License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#166	Plundered Hearts License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#167	Jinxter License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#168	Beyond Zork: The Coconut of Quendor License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#169	Nord and Bert Couldn't Make Head or Tail of It License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#170	Rigel's Revenge License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1987 Rating: 7/10
#171	The Count License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1979 Rating: 7/10
#172	Tass Times in Tonetown License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#173	The Price of Magik License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#174	Leather Goddesses of Phobos License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#175	The Colour of Magic License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#176	Moonmist License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#177	Twice Shy License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1986 Rating: 7/10
#178	Starcross License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1982 Rating: 7/10
#179	Orion Trail License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2015 Rating: 6.9/10
#180	Senran Kagura Reflexions License: n/a Platforms: Switch, PC Release: 2019 Rating: 6.8/10
#181	Planet Stronghold License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2011 Rating: 6.8/10
#182	Final Exam License: n/a Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2013 Rating: 6.7/10
#183	The Innsmouth Case License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Switch, PS4, Android, Xbox One, XSX Release: 2020 Rating: 6.7/10
#184	Justice.exe License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2022 Rating: 6.6/10
#185	Obreno: Chapter One License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 2020 Rating: 6.6/10
#186	Transylvania License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1982 Rating: 6.5/10
#187	Choice of the Ninja License: commercial Platforms: Browser, iPhone / iPad, Android, Mac, PC Release: 2017 Rating: 6.4/10
#188	For the People License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 2020 Rating: 6.3/10
#189	The Lost Heir 3: Demon War License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2017 Rating: 6.3/10
#190	Fog of War: The Battle for Cerberus License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 2019 Rating: 6.3/10
#191	The Executioner License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch Release: 2019 Rating: 6.3/10
#192	Train of Afterlife License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac Release: 2012 Rating: 6.3/10
#193	Sorcery License: n/a Platforms: PS3, Mac, PC, iPhone / iPad, Android Release: 1984 Rating: 6.2/10
#194	Seastalker License: n/a Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad Release: 1984 Rating: 6/10
#195	Pirate Adventure License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1978 Rating: 6/10
#196	Adventureland License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1978 Rating: 6/10
#197	Strange Odyssey License: n/a Platforms: Mac, PC Release: 1979 Rating: 6/10
#198	Microsoft Adventure License: n/a Platforms: PC Release: 1979 Rating: 6/10
#199	Voodoo Castle License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1979 Rating: 6/10
#200	The Big Sleaze License: n/a Platforms: Release: 1987 Rating: 6/10