6 Best Games Like The Vanishing of Ethan Carter But For Linux

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In 1973, paranormal investigator Paul Prospero receives a fan letter from 12-year-old Ethan Carter, inspiring him to journey to Ethan's hometown of Red Creek Valley, Wisconsin. Upon arrival, he learns Ethan has gone missing and begins encountering unsettling paranormal phenomena, as well as evidence of recent violence in the tiny mining village.

If you enjoyed playing The Vanishing of Ethan Carter and are looking for similar games on Linux, here are 6 great alternatives.

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6 Games Like The Vanishing of Ethan Carter But For Linux

1. Soma

Puzzle Adventure Indie

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac +2 more

Similar puzzle genre and science fiction theme.

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2. Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs

Puzzle Adventure Indie

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) +3 more

Similar puzzle genre and horror theme.

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3. Gone Home

Puzzle Adventure Indie

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) +4 more

Similar puzzle genre and drama theme.

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4. Limbo

Platform Puzzle Adventure Indie

PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Linux +8 more

Similar platform genre and horror theme.

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5. Outlast

Adventure Indie

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) +3 more

Similar adventure genre and horror theme.

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6. The Cat Lady

Point-and-click Puzzle Quiz/Trivia Adventure Indie

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)

Similar point-and-click genre and theme.

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About the Author

Miguel (austernotus) is a game developer and pixel artist who believes the best recommendations come from understanding a game's core systems. With a background that spans from high-level MMO PVP (2100+ in WoW) to professional SEO, his analysis goes beyond the surface to find the games you'll actually love.