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Looking for games like Black Roots? Here are top platformer recommendations with a horror, fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Song of Kings, Seek: Light Through Darkness or Zouhri: The Cursed Blood.

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  1. Song of Kings is a puzzle platformer inspired by Sri Lankan mythology. You play as Yakshira, a yaksha child who strays too far from his home realm, gets captured and is trapped in a kingdom ruled by a ruthless king. Guided by the soul of his grandfather and armed with a magical flute, he must outwit enemies, solve ancient puzzles, and uncover the mysteries of his heritage. Travel through mystical… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Song of Kings.

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  2. 93%Game Brain Score
    93% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    In the age of Enlightenment, Damien, husband and father, is returning to his home village of Blackmill after receiving a letter from his wife. Upon arrival he discovers that everything seems... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seek: Light Through Darkness.

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  3. About This Demo Step into the nightmare. Your blood is your only guide. This official demo of Zouhri: The Cursed Blood plunges you into the opening chapter of a brutal descent into the darkness of Moroccan folklore. What begins as a desperate search for your missing sister near an isolated shrine turns into a fight for survival against forces once thought to be mere legends. The Story So F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zouhri: The Cursed Blood.

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  4. Island of Winds takes you to 17th century Iceland, plunging them into a magical world teeming with trolls, giant spiders, and mythical creatures. Experience all of this through the eyes of the magic-wielding Brynhild, a member of the Balance Keepers who draws her magical power from the natural world. Brynhild's journey has her on a quest to find her mentor, Hrymja, that will take her through nine… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Island of Winds.

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  5. Dive into this immersive adventure, stealth and puzzle game, taking on the role of Victoria, a young girl orphaned after a tragic sea accident, trapped in the enigmatic confines of a mysterious city. In a place full of traps and dangers, Victoria must rely on her dexterity to advance. But Victoria will not be alone on this journey. She joins other orphaned children, inexplicably locked away for s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orphans.

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  6. Immerse yourself in a survival horror escape room experience. Trapped in a mysterious world of darkness where shadows lurk, your only help is a secret book and a flashlight. Solve the enigmas and move unseen to escape Umbra’s domain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Umbra.

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  7. Don't allow food waste! A horror-flavored, exploration-based gluttonous adventure game where you aim to escape the apartment while running from the MOTTAINAI GHOST! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MOTTAINAI GHOST.

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  8. Sofi Origins is an independent adventure video game, blending suspense and terror, created by a single person. You play as Sofi, a girl with a deeply sad past but who possesses powers in her world. Alongside Sofi, we'll experience tense and terrifying moments where we'll need to concentrate, utilizing special precision mechanics to harness her powers. But that's not all; you'll need to be hig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sofi.Origins.

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  9. Confront your darkness in Memories of Fireflies, a Voxel-based Puzzle Platformer which takes place in a dark and dangerous world that you must venture to discover its secrets. Overcome challenges, enemies and puzzles to get even deeper in this dangerous world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memories of Fireflies.

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  10. [RETURN] is a puzzle adventure game. When sudden disaster strikes, Noah explores a mysterious island searching for his missing sister Kaira. Following scattered puzzle pieces and clues, he uncovers the catastrophe's hidden truth while ascending to the island's peak. Can you reach the end? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RETURN.

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  11. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    81% User Score Based on 16 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    A 2,5D adventure set in a world in which almost no life is left you will play as Gaia, a being born from nature's last wish with power to influence the surrounding nature in order to face a dark world while being chased by strange creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Last Breath.

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  12. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 1,696 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    The Unfinished Swan is a game about exploring the unknown. The player is a young boy chasing after a swan who has wandered off into a surreal, unfinished kingdom. The game begins in a completely white space where players can throw paint to splatter their surroundings and reveal the world around them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Unfinished Swan.

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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    86% User Score Based on 21 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    "Set in a mysterious labyrinth of glowing black architecture, Fracter follows a veiled young hero who has set out on a perilous quest to dispel the darkness within. Players must explore this realm of shadows, discover secrets hidden in the dark and outsmart ominous creatures while solving each meticulously designed puzzle using their only force against darkness: light. Fracter features dramatic l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FRACTER.

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  14. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    A cosmic entity reveals itself to a young boy in an unforgiving picture-book world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haustoria.

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  15. Last Witness: Mero is a dark 2.5D action-adventure about childhood memories, fear, and the courage to face what was left behind. You play as Mero, a stitched companion born from a bear and a rabbit toy. Trapped inside a fractured world shaped by forgotten memories, Mero must explore unstable environments, fight distorted creatures, and recover the sealed fragments of the past. Use portals to red… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LastWitness: Mero.

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  16. Begin a thrilling journey through time with Nia, a brave young girl who finds herself transported to an ancient world filled with mysteries and dangers. In this captivating platformer, you’ll venture into a past where myths and legends intertwine, guiding Nia on her quest to return home. Trapped in this hostile world, Nia must navigate her way back by overcoming numerous trials, solving anci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nia: Jewel Hunter.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Imagine a place where the line between reality and nightmare fades away. Welcome to The Lethe. Once a sanctuary for society's most fragile minds, The Lethe concealed a sinister truth beneath its facade of healing. What was meant to mend the broken was, in reality, a twisted experiment designed to shatter the soul. In RealEscape, an immersive 3D single-player escape room game, you’ll confront t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RealEscape.

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  18. Labyrinth : Dracula's lairYou descended deep into the crypt where Dracula once rested, seeking eternal life… but you awakened what once lurked in the depths of darkness. Labyrinth: Dracula’s Lair is a dark, first-person exploration game set in a haunting medieval world. You play as a seeker of immortality, drawn into the depths of a forgotten crypt where Dracula once rested. At the core of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Labyrinth : Dracula's lair.

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  19. THE CASE Nine years ago, the celebrated neurologist Dr. Alistair Blackwood vanished from his own institution, the Blackwood Sanatorium. At the same time, the last of his young patients in a "revolutionary" pediatric neurology program were quietly discharged. The police investigation went cold. The building was left to decay. But the locals say the crying never stopped. Hired by an anonym… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Amygdala Protocol.

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  20. The artifact of light has been stolen. Something stirs beneath the crypt. And you... are the only one left who remembers the way back. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Secret of Velmora.

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  21. Shizuoka Curse is a Japanese survival horror game where a desperate vlogger ventures into an abandoned school within the woods seeking internet fame only to find himself trapped in a terrifying nightmare. Gameplay Overview: The game features 3 different endings. Immersive Survival Horror Gameplay : Collect vital items necessary for survival and escape. Avoid the horrors lurking in the shadows o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shizuoka Curse | 静岡の呪い.

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  22. 17%Game Brain Score
    17% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Dr. Yaga Lost House is a first-person horror game where you play as a Video Content Creator exploring a haunted, abandoned house. Uncover dark secrets, solve puzzles, and survive the paranormal horrors left behind by Dr. Yaga. Can you escape the nightmare? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Yaga Lost House.

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  23. Marrow found herself in a heavily rainy place, the droplets pounding against her skin like a relentless drumbeat. She had been drawn here by a mysterious force, one that she couldn't quite explain. All she knew was that she had to be here, in this place of darkness and wetness. As she made her way deeper into the rain-soaked forest, Marrow encountered a series of obstacles and puzzles that challen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of Marrow.

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  24. The Infernal Return is a role-playing adventure game. Players will play the role as Koward, a guy who was abducted to the netherworld to sort out puzzles, collect items and eventually find his way back to life. Meanwhile, the game provides multiple branch quests and fun gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Infernal Return.

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  25. A psychological horror game set in a forgotten village. Solve environmental puzzles and uncover the truth behind Ethan’s crumbling mind trapped between memory and madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deathmind.

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  26. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development
    79% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Dive into Ayasa, a dark and mysterious platformer where light and shadow hold the key to survival. Journey through six haunting lands, solve challenging puzzles and restore balance to a world on the brink of collapse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ayasa: Shadows of Silence.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    A dark, third-person, open-world exploration game set in a sci-fi environment. Dodge dangers, jumping fork monsters and fork-jump-scares. Master parkour and teleportation to discover secret areas and Forks, delving into the mystery of the Fork obsession and aiming to become the ultimate giga cyborg. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ForkJump.

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  28. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    97% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    GESTALT: The Fifth Day is a story-driven point-and-click horror game solo-developed KINJAKO, with publishing and localization by 072 Project. FEATURES: A grainy, black and white graphic novel aesthetic A point-and-click style of navigation and exploration Puzzles, problem-solving, and drag/drop sequences to solve problems and mysteries Ever-changing scenarios and story based on Wick… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GESTALT: The Fifth Day.

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  29. 42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 10 reviews

    In Nightmare is a narrative-driven horror adventure game combining sneak action with diverse puzzles. It follows a young boy in search for the last hope of love who is working out his own salvation by navigating through his fear. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In Nightmare.

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  30. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Abigail has awoken in a strange world, and otherworldly resort and hotel that's made for monsters, and she's also lost her voice?! That's a lot for a young woman with no special abilities. The Abnormal Place is a spooky 3D platformer with a deadly environment, light puzzles, collectibles and an interconnecting world which has weird irritable looking monsters that will send you on ridiculous quest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Abnormal Place.

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  31. This game supports Japanese only.Fan localizations are welcome.*No permission or confirmation is required for localization, but if you contact us after completion, we will introduce it to you. Liz, a boy living as a noble lady for the sake of a political marriage, harbors an unrequited love for the maid Nymph.On the day before the wedding, he wishes for happiness with Nymph upon the “black rose … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to イツワリの令嬢少年.

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  32. A young priestess enters a Claymation-inspired dream realm on a quest to save her people from an endless slumber. Based on ancient Arabian mythology, solve puzzles shaped by culture and memory, evade the Nightmare Jinn as he stalks your journey, and uncover the truth that lies buried within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halima.

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  33. A First Person Psychological Horror game demo made by FATAL1N3 A dark room full of dark forces , your only way to stay sane is to Stare at Time... One Demon will want you to look at it, DON'T! The others are afraid of the Light. Inspired by Layers Of Fear and Slender Man. Focus on tense exploration in a dark surrealism nightmare. You play as character who experiences sleep paralysis induced by th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Staring Time.

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  34. Anatolian Horror Stories: Curse in Bayramdere is a third-person survival horror game that puts you in the shoes of an An ordinary young girl , who receieves training at POMEM (Police Training Center ), facing extraordinary evil. No training. No special skills. Just the desperate need to find out what happened to the people she loves — and the will to survive long enough to do it. A Village. A Disa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anatolian Horror Stories : Curse In Bayramdere.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    82% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    YOU CANNOT ESCAPE - I made sure of that. Solve puzzles, gather clues, don’t crawl into ventilation shafts, and realize how trapped you are in this comedy-horror escape room, my magnum opus. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escapen't.

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  36. Uncover a forgotten legend as you venture through mythical realms. Play as four heroes bound by a mysterious fate. Explore ancient ruins, outsmart deadly foes and solve arcane puzzles. Each path you take reveals a piece of The Longest Tale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Longest Tale.

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    A horror adventure where you explore a mysterious house, solve puzzles, evade terrifying entities, and uncover the hidden truth behind a family's forgotten memories. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AIKO.

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  38. 59%Game Brain Score
    59% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Frost-Buried Truth is a challenging first-person survival horror game. Imprisoned in a mysterious research facility and unable to fight back, you must sneak, hide, and evade your pursuers as you search for your only way to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frost-Buried Truth.

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  39. Dive into The Light That Binds Us, a puzzle-adventure game where light shapes reality. Play as Yuè, a tormented soul, accompanied by her faithful protector, Yún. Cast shadows into paths, reshape the world to solve puzzles, explore breathtaking environments, and uncover the past that binds you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Light that Binds Us.

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  40. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    Forgotten Depths is a PS1-inspired stealth-horror game. You find yourself trapped within ancient catacombs, but escaping won't be easy... you have awakened the CURSED PRISONER of these depths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotten Depths.

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  41. Explore a shifting mansion built from real handmade, scanned miniatures. As a mysterious black cat, solve puzzles, help strange inhabitants recover memories, and unlock hidden paths in this atmospheric, non-combat puzzle adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House of Forgotten Souls.

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  42. Alterspective is a perspective swapping open world adventure. Use your unique abilities to navigate an intriguing land full of colorful characters and mind-bending challenges. Swap Perspectives Anytime & AnywhereThis fully dynamic system allows you to slice the world and switch between side-scrolling and top-down perspectives with the press of a button. Face Mind-Bending Challenges… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alterspective.

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    In the midst of war, a far more personal horror takes root at home. Your mother is becoming a monster. Survive, uncover the truth, and navigate a heartbreaking bond in this unique stop-motion narrative horror adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mutter.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Hello, we are currently working on a 3D horror action/adventure game Nuki! .features Atmospheric visuals and music.  Flowable advanced gameplay with dynamic top down camera. Horror fictional story with over time unfolding plot. Story based riddles and environment exploration puzzles. by Moon Dagger Studio https://www.facebook.com/people/Moon-dagger-studio/100083236545342/ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nuki.

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  45. The year is 2009, You are a modern warrior trained in the ancient Indian art of warfare. You are on a road trip to your village in your old trusty car, but an evil has trapped you. Explore this mystical monsters-infested Himalayan region with only one main goal: earn your freedom and reach home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vichitra - Chakra.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Your camera sees what your eyes cannot. Explore eerie liminal spaces, capture spirits before they capture you, and unravel a haunting mystery. But beware—the deeper you go, the more the world distorts, and some ghosts will do anything to remain unseen. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GHOST CAM.

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  47. A remote apartment. Its price is very cheap, attracting many people to live here. But the apartment is a mixed bag of good and bad, and no one cares about them. Here, people mysteriously disappear and die every day. The TV reports that a rabbit is committing crimes in the city. Are you saying all the crimes are caused by a rabbit? What is the truth? The protagonist explores this apartment, gradual… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysterious House.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    You are a doll who wakes up on the day of her owner's first period. How will you navigate the unfamiliar and increasingly surreal situation? Navigate immersive psychological environments. As the girl's mental state deteriorates, how does your environment change? Solve puzzles to help your owner. Look for solutions in your environment to the problems she's facing. Discover journal pages and g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doll Parts.

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  49. Scary Tales: Horror School – A Terrifying First-Person Horror AdventureTrapped in an abandoned school haunted by dark entities, you must find a way to escape before it’s too late. Eerie corridors, spine-chilling whispers, and a sinister past lurk around every corner—every step you take could be your last. Storyline - Chapter 1You were once a cheerful schoolboy, enjoying carefree days of laughte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scary Tales: Horror School.

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  50. Don't Eat Me, Granny! is a dark fairytale stealth-horror set in Bonebog. As a kidnapped boy trapped by a mad old woman, you must escape before she completes an ancient ritual to crash the Moon into the world — with you as the final sacrifice. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Don't Eat Me, Granny.

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