Games like An Invocation of the Refunctional
Looking for games like An Invocation of the Refunctional? Here are top survival survival recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Guardian Gorge, Fall of Light or Project P.Y.U.M.O..
1 View GameDescend into a forgotten gorge to fight against - and alongside - its powerful guardians in this classic dungeon crawler with a modern twist. Build a team of fighters using powerful synergies and complex formations within a simple set of DRPG mechanics. Made in 7 days for Dungeon Crawler Jam 2023. The theme of the jam was Duality, which I chose to interpret in the form of nature vs. technology, an…
View Game2 View Game59%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaymusic, grinding56% User Score 160 reviewsCritic Score 71%1 reviewsIn "Fall of Light" , players step into the role of Nyx, a retired warrior, as they navigate through dark dungeons and treacherous pathways to evade the Shadows and defeat enemies. The game is inspired by Dark Souls, featuring a similar control scheme and atmosphere, but with a touch of Ico's companionship element. For optimal gameplay, a gamepad is strongly recommended. The game's recent update has been featured as a "Hidden Gem" and one of the "Best new Steam games" of the week on Rock, Paper, Shotgun.
View Game3 View GameNote: The game can be played by the sighted. However, owing to the substantial textual information, the partially sighted will need assistance to play. It does not have any audio cues, so, unfortunately, can not be played by the blind. P.Y.U.M.O. stands for 'Pick Yourself Up and Move On.' The protagonist, Priscilla, has recently had to face some difficult days and now finds herself in a bleak pla…
View Game4 View Game67%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storystability, optimization67% User Score 121 reviewsIn RailGods of Hysterra, you awaken as a Dreamer bound to a sentient, eldritch locomotive in a world twisted by cosmic horrors. Navigate dark, eerie landscapes haunted by cultists and nightmarish creatures, while upgrading your monstrous RailGod to battle titanic Old Ones. Survive using forbidden rituals and unholy power in this grim, Lovecraft-inspired nightmare.
View Game5 View Game85%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsoptimization, stability85% User Score 251 reviews"Sonar Shock" is a first-person dungeon-crawler with RPG elements, where you explore a Soviet super submarine filled with supernatural infestations. Customize your character and navigate through the submarine's four floors, collecting powerful weapons and uncovering its dark secrets. Interact with the crew, solve side-quests, and discover hidden treasures, all while facing your fears in this survival horror.
View Game6 View Game73%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storystability, character development78% User Score 59 reviewsCritic Score 50%1 reviewsIn "Orange Moon," you'll explore a mysterious 2D world filled with hostile creatures and treacherous environments. To survive, acquire and utilize various weapons, equipment, and upgrades while solving complex puzzles. Battle against strange enemies and intimidating bosses across harsh landscapes such as acid swamps and deep craters. The secrets of Orange Moon await your discovery.
View Game7 View Game96%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, stability96% User Score 710 reviewsBlood Typers is a survival horror adventure where you use keyboard-based commands to fight zombies, manage inventory, and survive in a procedurally generated nightmare campus. Play solo or with up to four players in co-op, balancing resource management and fast typing to escape. Intense typing challenges test your speed and adaptability in tense, action-packed gameplay.
View Game8 View Game83%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygraphics, stability84% User Score 4,550 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews"Gothic" is a single-player historical open-world game set in the penal colony of Khorinis, where players must mine ore and navigate factions to survive. With an interesting plot, exceptional gameplay, and an outstanding atmosphere, the game boasts an amazing soundtrack but also includes lots of grinding and bugs. The game's description promises war, orcish hordes, and a chance to escape the confines of the law.
View Game9 View Game60%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicgameplay, story60% User Score 96 reviewsOutbreak is a horror shooter game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a focus on local co-op play for up to 2 players in split screen. The game features a chilling atmosphere and a desperate struggle to escape a city overrun by the undead while managing a limited inventory. A single-player demo is available, allowing players to try the Tutorial and the first part of the Captive Nightmares scenario.
View Game10 View Game28%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicgameplay, grinding28% User Score 129 reviews"Skilltree Saga is a casual RPG with Rogue-like elements, set in the world of The Dark Eye. As a human, elf, or dwarf, you'll battle randomized monsters and collect treasures in your pursuit to rescue your abducted love and defeat the Dark Ruler Sargul. With numerous skills to advance and enhance, your choices will determine the outcome in up to 100 stages."
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