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The Creeping Frost Days are growing colder, crops failing, and trees rot. THIS LAND IS CURSED! Grim-dark OSR to the core. Modular and ready to drop into any game. Written under the freezing moon.  If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Creeping Frost - OSR Adventure.

“Terrible things happening in the most distant borderlands,” says the emperor. “Odd monsters occur there, we’ve lost outposts under unknown circumstances, and dark sects seem to gather. In short, we know nothing for sure, but people desperately call for help. So I send you, my best scout! Do not interfere, just write the most thorough report. Power will be used then.” Will you adopt this story and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Lands Adventure.

Witness Mongol’s fall into insanity slowly unfold as he tries to resists Agrippa’s maddening influence! "Mongol watched the weary head of Agrippa sitting on a mountain top, but terrified by the hideous noise it was making, he began to turn, fleeing from the laden locust that came out of its mouth and those of its wrathful servants. Since he couldn’t outrun them, he chose to hide near the burial-m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mongol.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

100% User Score Based on 43 reviews

MITE is a third-person horror game, which makes use of Japanese folklore and a popular history of the regions... live the terror of being chased at night in the most haunted forest in the region, by a strange yokai who It haunts you when you stop looking at it. Chapter 1: A hiker who has lost his wife and son in one of the most enchanted forests in the region, a forest where one should not be … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MITE - Terror in the forest.

A bunch of quirky "microgames," one-day RPGs that I typically whip up in three or fewer hours. This collection is to hold all the games for May so I'm not cluttering up my store page. I don't know that I'm going to get one done a day, but I'd expect at least 14 over the course of the month. Note: Despite being microgames/one-day projects, I have no sense of scale and many of these are closer to 10… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to May 2022 Games Collection.

Unleash a Torrent of Terror upon Your Game Within every shadowed corridor, beyond every forgotten tomb, they wait—not mere beasts, but nightmares given form. Darkened Denizens is a meticulously crafted compendium of over 130 monsters designed to inject a potent dose of grimdark horror into your Old-School Renaissance (OSR) and classic fantasy tabletop roleplaying games. For Game Masters who be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkened Denizens: A Grimdark Monster Compendium for OSR RPGs.

Far beyond the known kingdoms and the raging seas, there is a fabled land. It is named in every tongue and spoken in every history. It is said wizardry is still practiced there, and dragons terrorize the land. It is said the truth of humanity hides there. It is known as Aleph- the first kingdom of humanity. Aleph is an original dark fantasy setting created to be broadly compatible with a wide rang… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aleph: The Strange and Monstrous.

discord: Game IntroductionIn 1990, feng shui master Wu Liang was hired by a real estate developer to survey the geomantic properties of a new construction site. Then, out of nowhere, a falling object struck his skull. When he awoke, he began seeing things no one else could— The doctors called it traumatic psychosis and prescribed medication and rest. But as treatment progressed, Wu Liang met ano… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 无量疯之章.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Unveil the Secrets of Catherine Markwell in Violet: A Prelude to TRAUMA Broken Paradise THIS IS NOT A WALKING SIMULATOR GAMEWhat is Psychological Survival Horror?] Psychological Horror – A subgenre of horror that focuses on the player’s mind, creating fear through tension, atmosphere, and storytelling. Instead of relying on direct jump scares, it explores deep themes like paranoia, insanity, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Violet.

(Game development in progress, screenshots will be updated when finalized.) This game is a dark, corrupted, and twisted otome visual novel full of bad, brutal, and merciless ends. Can you finally find a happy ending? Pfft... good luck. Remembrance is the standalone-sequel to Particles of Reality: Obsession. A summary of significant relevant events is included in this game, so if Obsession was to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Particles of Reality: Remembrance.

A chain of heroes must pass on a sinister Curse as they seek answers and sacrifice themselves for a chance at salvation. In the end, they will return for one last battle, an attempt to forestall the rising doom, the end that was promised. Write your own grimdark saga in an epic replayable campaign. Autosaves only, death is part of the journey! Unique hybrid of roguelike and open-world rpg Battle o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eidolons: Netherflame.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

43% User Score Based on 272 reviews

Inner Chains is an FPS horror embedded in an unprecedented surreal world. The objective of the player is to understand and unravel the mysteries of the mystical world while overcoming many dangers created by the biomechanical environment. The world, in which we find ourselves in Inner Chains no longer resembles the one we know. It is the world that is hunting us – we are a small part of it trying… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inner Chains.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Wake up from your eternal sleep and vanquish powerful enemies while wielding a multitude of weapons, shields, and magic abilities. Harness the Chaos Energy from your foes and increase your power to help you in your quest..... The first official title to be released by ShenaniganZ Studio, Chaos is a solo-developed 3rd-person Action RPG set in an unknown time where the world is wrought with creatu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaos.

Nightfall Comes is a 3D top-view action game with rogue-lite, story of the four protagonists who gathered to the castle of certain land, led by their last lingering feelings in the extinct world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightfall Comes.

The player awakens in a world woven from others’ nightmares — each one tied to their own past. Every level mirrors someone they once hurt, humiliated, or broke. Now, those memories have come alive, and each one is ready to claim them forever. The hero has tried to escape before. Countless times. They’ve fallen between levels, wandered in the void, and woken up “at the start” again. Endless … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reverie: Who will Remember You.

Blood. Flesh. Cycles of death & rebirth. Inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft and legendary game titles such as DOOM, Quake & Half-Life, Bloodsmith is a cosmic horror action-adventure RPG; an FPS combining the Lovecraftian trope of horrors beyond human comprehension with the thrill of killing enemies mutated in all kinds of ways. You play as Quentin Ashborne, an archaeologist who d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodsmith.

Lullaby of Lost Soul - is an anime-horror game developed using Unreal Engine 5. The game offers an immersive survival horror adventure where players must uncover the dark secrets of an abandoned Academy. Combining elements of Japanese animation with cutting-edge graphics, it creates a unique atmosphere of fear and mystery. Explore the eerie halls of the Academy, where mysterious shadows and parano… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lullaby of Lost Soul.

The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian is a narrative role-playing game telling the story of a cruel world, where lawbreaking is met with severe punishment, and a crown prince must decide the destiny of the land. Whether you rule maintaining the old order, or create a new future is up to you. In the Great Arknian Empire, everyone’s life is determined by their birth. Such is the ultimate law lai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian.

Try to endure pain like never before in this dark action-puzzle game. Find your way through a mysterious world filled with old ruins, restless spirits, and creatures that never stop watching you. Use your enchanted torch to guide you through the shadows, and fend off deadly, inconceivable horrors. Explore the fog-covered wasteland… and don’t let the flame die, or else… A world where nothing mak… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Erevos Descent.

Players will play as bystanders searching for the truth, gradually uncovering the mysterious veil of the school bullying incident by collecting clues left in the ruins. Top tier exploration experience In this process, players need to be wary of monsters bred by malicious intent, which hide in the shadows and wait for opportunities to move. And the player's task is to identify their true identi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GET OUT SCHOOL.

A shadow stirs in the fractured realm of Mandelarium, where the Old Presence murmurs the Mandorla’s call. You are Lume, a solitary wanderer from the fog-bound port of the City of Thirme, haunted by visions of bone-white psalms and cosmic dread. Marked by prophecy but unproven, you must endure a brutal cycle of trials to unveil the truth behind the Mandorla — and challenge the understand of an one… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mandelarium.

THE SETTINGStranded on the GT-099 space station, you will embark on a journey into the unknown, and experience a world of unnamable terrors and ancient, cosmic secrets. Discovering what lurks within the deep void of space will prove to be a test of your sanity... A THIRD-PERSON IMMERSIVE SIMInvestigate your surroundings, discover important clues, and strategically weigh your options while using… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Shadow in Space.

EXPERIENCE A DENSE OPEN WORLD, FIRST PERSON RPG (Gameplay trailer coming soon, stay tuned) Awaken as The Fool, a being fused with a cursed, living jester’s hat—an artifact of ancient power and cosmic madness. Thrust into a vast, surreal land, you find yourself in a world gripped by conflict. False gods manipulate tribes through wrath, illusions, and endless cycles of suffering. The sands shift … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Holy Fool.

= Who are you when your mind becomes your enemy? = A survival horror in a surreal steampunk world of human phobias. Balance your mental health, which not only shapes your gameplay but also changes the reality around you. Escape from terrifying entities and capricious anomalies, and solve puzzles in randomly generated levels to discover who you are. = Protagonist = You play as a young mysterious… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Name Is....

Main Story "Nightmare: Lilitha Murmur" is a psychological horror game in which the player assumes the role of Logan, a 16-year-old student who falls asleep and awakens in a nightmare set in his school, now distorted, disorganized, and dark. Within this nightmare, each room in the school transforms into a symbolic maze, reflecting his greatest fears, insecurities, and hidden feelings. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightmare - Lilitha Murmur.

Welcome to the Silent Marsh, a land held in the grip of a dying god's last, agonizing breaths. This world is not merely plagued by shadows; it is defined by them. At its Heart lies a wound that will not heal, a sorrow that poisons the very soil. From this agony, two factions have risen, two competing philosophies for a world on the brink. There are those who walk the shadowed paths, the disc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Silent Marsh - Google AI Studio as Proactive Emergent Textual Adventure.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

92% User Score Based on 1,335 reviews

Horripilant is currently in development. Follow development by wishlisting the game on Steam and joining the Discord! Horripilant is a chilling incremental dungeon crawl through the horrors of a forgotten underworld. Combining idler, puzzle and autobattler elements, you'll fight, mine, and think your way through the depths of a forsaken dungeon. Gather resources, battle unholy creatures, and unra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horripilant.

48%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

77% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Story You’ve clocked in for yet another monotonous shift at the warehouse, the scent of tobacco hanging heavily in the air. You glance at the article on your phone: “Shadows over Bricksmore.” The title sparks a flicker of excitement in your otherwise drab existence. “Is it real?” you mutter to yourself, fingers itching to explore the mystery of The Royal Immemorial Order of Ophidia further. Back … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Immemorial Order II Sisters of Darkness.

Welcome! I'm Artemesia, your charming host in this reality show set in an academy that hides more than meets the eye. Every decision could lead you to redemption... or damnation. Do you dare to unravel its mysteries and face your own? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suki Suki Love.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

"Haunting Record: Phantom Street" is a horror-themed walking simulator filled with fear and suspense. You step into a street both strange and familiar, where eerie events unfold one after another. The air is thick with lingering spirits and overwhelming resentment, as if something in the shadows is waiting to drag you into the abyss… With terror and the unknown closing in, will you break… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 见诡录：阴魂街 Haunting Record: Phantom Street.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

85% User Score Based on 124 reviews

Dark Dominion is a grim and harrowing tale of a World War I soldier trapped between life and death. After losing his family on the battlefield, he dies—yet does not realize it. His soul now roams a distorted realm, searching for his daughter in the bleak night of the afterlife. Inspired by the classics of the genre, the game is crafted with a deep love for gothic aesthetics by a small team of fiv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Dominion.

Noroi E: Nightmares ️ Step into the darkness of your own fears. Noroi E: Nightmares is an auditory psychological survival horror game, where the true enemy isn't what you see… but what you hear. This chapter of the Noroi E saga takes the player on a disturbing descent into madness, facing demonic entities and voices from the past that seek to break the protagonist's mind. Inspired by immers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noroi E: Nightmares.

Your head feels heavy as you lift it from a pool of your own puke. The soil under your fingers is cold; the air is dry and hot. You stand up and lean against the rocky walls of the cave. The only light source is a bonfire at its center. The cinders are black, and only a few flickers keep the charred logs burning. A pair of figures painted on the bare rock glimmer in the darkness, a woman and a wei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Nameless SCUM.

Welcome to the enchanting realm of "Tales of Grimm"! In this captivating free, open-world fairy tale idle RPG, you'll embark on a highly engaging adventure. Whether you're in the office or out and about, you can effortlessly enjoy the excitement of an RPG and experience the unique charm of idle mechanics. In this magical adventure of fairy tales and dragons, you are the chosen Dreamer by destiny.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Grimms' Fairy Tales.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

In a vast and treacherous jungle, you are thrust into a primal battle for survival against relentless, prehistoric predators. The once-thriving ecosystem is now your worst nightmare, as ferocious dinosaurs roam the terrain, ready to strike at any moment. Your goal is simple yet harrowing: stay alive. Explore the jungle, scavenge for resources, and find shelter while evading the sharp claws and te… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive the Jurassic.

"Secrets of the Haunted Mansion" is an immersive interactive adventure game that transports players into the dark and mysterious world of an abandoned and haunted estate. Step into the shoes of an explorer, ready to unearth forgotten secrets and unravel intriguing puzzles. Key Features: Exploration: Traverse through old corridors and antique chambers as you delve into the uncha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of the Haunted Mansion.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

FOLLOW US About the GamePrepare yourself for an intense and terrifying survival horror experience in Evil Officer for PC. You find yourself trapped in the house of Evil Officer who met a grim fate long ago. Unbeknownst to you, he seeks revenge from beyond the grave, and you are his next target! As you venture through the eerie halls of the haunted house, you must search for crucial items that un… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evil Officer.

TERO is a casual horror game that utilizes Japanese folklore and popular stories from the region... experience the terror of the night as you watch a cursed film without permission. Rating: Show who the most skilled player is. Hide if the mother enters the scene, you can watch when she's not around... but don't get caught watching in her presence. Cover yourself with the blanket before she… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TERO - Terror Hour.

Wandering Souls is a sword-and-sorcery tabletop RPG of enveloping shadows, dangerous and fast combat, and an impending doom in The Shrouded Realm. This is a PREVIEW of the final product and is currently in development. Inside Wandering Souls you will find a game designed for solo or cooperative play, with options to add a GM/guide to the mix. Each player will take on the role of a Wanderer, a tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wandering Souls - Preview.

Hello everyone, Castle Oldskull is a well-regarded RPG supplement series, designed to sync with Gygaxian, old school, and Wizardly tabletop role-playing games. If you play tabletop, you’ll sync in quickly. If you’re a retro videogamer, you might see influences from Archon, The Bard’s Tale, Dragon’s Lair, Gauntlet, Mail Order Monsters, Phantasie, Telengard, Temple of Apshai, Tunnels of Doom, Ultima… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Oldskull Module 9: Dungeon Delver Enhancer.

Ash falls upon a dying world, abandoned by dead gods. You wake alone, forsaken, and wander a place once familiar. A perilous and ruinous world lies ahead, its shadows hiding twisted enemies and strange friends. Rapture lies beyond, denied to those forsaken, and with sword or foul magic you seek the keys to unlock it. To you, this ashen world was bequethed, this Dead Reign. Dead Reign is a sublime… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Reign.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story

52% User Score Based on 7 reviews

Explore the captivating world of Mysteries of Shaola: The Cave, a thrilling game that blends fantasy with mystery. Journey through the enchanting Kazen Kingdom as you unravel the secrets hidden within the mysterious cave. Forge your own path, uncover hidden truths, and become a legend as you confront the dark forces threatening Shaola. In the heart of the windswept Kazen Kingdom, a jagged maw g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysteries of Shaola: The Cave.

Blue Bird Land EP.2 (｡•ㅅ•｡)♡ About the Game Blue Bird Land is an AVG with horror and puzzle elements. There are two chapters in episode 1. Each level in the chapter is different, the form of the game is unique from others. As the captivating story unfolding, you can enjoy the creepy pictures and scary atmosphere, having fun solving the exciting and interactive puzzles. Let’s follow the all… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 青鳥樂園 Blue Bird Land EP.2 下篇.

Howl of the West The Cursed Lands lure many to their graves. By sail they come for blood and glory! Grim-dark OSR supplement for Age of Moloch.Modular and ready to drop into any game.Written with a belly full of mead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Howl of the West - OSR Supplement.

(Ever heard of this haunted game ...?) This is a top-down pixel adventure-rpg(horror) game! Explore freely! Get around by using magic such as: floating, water walking, and quakes! Combat the MONSTER LORDS and save the Kingdom! (That is... if the 'ghosts' want you to.) If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Childhood Gone: Shadowed Wand.

PAPAO: The Legend of the Bogeyman is a horror game with mascots. Face mystical figures in dark settings, solve mysteries, and use toys as weapons to tackle challenges as you guide a child through an intense, puzzle-filled storyline If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PAPAO: The Legend of the Bogeyman.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

85% User Score Based on 26 reviews

CONTORTED - First Person Horror game STORYSomeone close to you has gone missing and you believe the only way to get them back is to take the risk and go look for them yourself. GAMEPLAYEncounter variety of enemies where careful listening and observation is crucial to your survival. if you get attacked, your only options are either to react fast with your camera, or to run away. Use yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CONTORTED.

On one faithfull day filled with grief and despair the tragedy happens and you’re striken by a thunderbolt. But it’s not all bad, somehow you’re awaken on the beach in Dalmatheia - a world of ancient greek mythos, full of gods, monsters, but also kindness and companions willing to sacrifice themselves for the success of your mission. What mission you might ask, the one Zeus himself tasks you to! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero's Odyssey: Summoned into Ancient Greece with a Quest I Didn't Ask For!.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Spiderbro is a retro inspired adventure puzzle game for Windows and Linux. You play as Spiderbro, a purple spider that has to face an oppressive and dystopian environment whilst overcoming the obstacles of a shadowy adversary. EXPLORE, COLLECT ITEMS, SOLVE PUZZLES! Don't get left behind! Overcome the shadow spider's obstacles by exploring the environment and collecting items for your inve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spiderbro.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

65% User Score Based on 43 reviews

Horror is a test of your logic in the face of primal fear. You are unarmed. You are vulnerable. All you have is a flashlight with a dying battery and your intellect. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horror.