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A Living Archive of AnomaliesPhantom Containment is built around a growing archive of entities, aberrant species, anomalies, and forgotten civilizations discovered throughout Helix Planet. The long-term vision is an expansive and evolving bestiary that continues to grow over time, introducing new species, entity classes, anomaly types, and ancient mysteries as the world expands. Origin Unkn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Containment.

SWOM — a new narrative survival game with magic elements, created by a solo developer.You find yourself in a strange, mystical world where you must survive harsh conditions. Explore the Open World: Wander through dark forests, investigate ancient ruins, descend into mysterious caves, and uncover the secrets of diverse biomes. You are alone in a completely new world. Every artifact you find is no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SWOM.

Fade Survival is an immersive survival experience that challenges players to endure and thrive in a brutal world where every decision can mean the difference between life and death. Set in a vast, open world, Fade combines resource management, environmental hazards, and dynamic weather patterns to create an intense survival experience unlike any other. In Fade Survival, players will have to adapt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fade Survival.

Rifted Earth is a survival FPS/TPS set in a world shattered by an alien invasion and unstable rift fractures. You play as a survivor in the region of New Bohemia, where humanity is trying to understand rift energy and uncover what the aliens are really planning. Your main goal is to gather resources, build a safe base, and gradually discover why the invaders came in the first place. World &… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rifted Earth.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Survive a brutal desert wasteland after a devastating outbreak. Scavenge, build, and defend yourself in a hostile open-world filled with ruins, wreckage, and deadly infected. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Sector: Outbreak.

As the End of Times grew near, "The Signs" began to come true. Powerful forces, the likes of which humans had not seen before" began to arrive on earth, causing destruction. What were once great palaces, and wonders of technology, became ruins. Where humans once roamed the earth, and Jinn were relegated to darkness, the tables were turned, and humans were now savages, relegated to m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystic.

Welcome to the Deadville, where the sun has set on civilization and darkness reigns supreme. A deadly virus has swept across the globe, transforming the living into ravenous, flesh-eating zombies. In this heart-pounding survival game, players must navigate through a desolate and chaotic world, where every choice determines their fate. It's a fight for survival, not only against the relentless hord… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadville.

Step into the strange, yet nostalgic world of MonCraft 199X— a retro-inspired sandbox adventure. The game is set in an alternate reality where the "Y2Katastrophe" destroyed civilization. You'll explore vast nature, abandoned cities, underground facilities, and bizarre landmarks swallowed by corruption, mystery, and monsters. Forage supplies, craft tools, build shelters, tame creatures, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MonCraft 199X.

Where Dolls Hang is a first-person horror experience that blends boats, paranormal hunting, investigation, survival and psychological horror as you have to investigate and survive. Deep within a Forest, bodies have been washing ashore for years with no explanation. Now, it's time to uncover the truth that's hidden within. Where Dolls Hang is a psychological horror mystery connected to the l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Where Dolls Hang.

Hearts Gone Black is a top-down zombie survival game set years after a failed experiment changed humanity forever.The dead now walk with black hearts, the world is broken, and the few survivors left are forced to live in abandoned rural towns, ruined homes, and unsafe shelters. You are not a hero. You are one of the few people still breathing, trying to keep yourself and your group alive for one m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hearts Gone Black.

STEP INTO THE DARKNESS • Explore a Dark and Mysterious World Step into the Plaguelands – a cursed realm where death is never far. Every forest hides a threat, every ruin breathes with old magic, and no path is truly safe. Discover long-abandoned castles, forbidden temples, and ancient altars buried in shadow. • Enter the Challenging Dungeons Beneath the surface lie ever-changing dungeons filled … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Soul: Survival Magic RPG.

Dive into Dion, a multiplayer survival game that transports you to the heart of a brutal world inspired by the great West African empires. Here, only your ingenuity and strength will determine your fate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dion.

Grim Hollow is an immersive open-world survival horror game currently in Early Access, where the dead dominate the land and survival is a constant struggle. Explore a hostile and evolving world filled with threats, mysteries, and opportunities to rebuild amidst the chaos. This Early Access version offers a preview of the core gameplay systems and is actively being developed with player feedback. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Hollow.

Game OverviewPlay the role of a forest ranger who finds herself stranded in a jungle that has undergone a mysterious anomaly while on an animal tagging mission. As night falls, a mystical energy turns the once-peaceful wildlife into dangerous threats. In this open-world survival game, you must manage your thirst, hunger, and health while uncovering the secrets of the jungle. Your MissionSurvive t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ruins of the Forgotten: A Wild Survival.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 315,218 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forest.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

88% User Score Based on 66 reviews

WISHLIST ON STEAM! In ANGST, you awaken alone in a vast, frozen wilderness, where survival is your only goal. The icy winds howl, wolves prowl the dark forests, and every resource must be fought for. Chop down trees to build fires that stave off the biting cold, craft weapons from scavenged materials, and struggle to stay alive. The world of ANGST is unforgiving, but beneath the snow and ice l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo).

Step into a world ten years after the outbreak, where cities have been reclaimed by nature, vines crawl across abandoned buildings, and the remnants of humanity cling to survival. In Never Be Alone, survival is about more than keeping yourself alive. It is about protecting what remains. You awaken after a six-month coma inside a fragile and isolated safezone, with no memory of who you are or wha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Be Alone.

Mr. Nomad is a survival base-building, tower defense game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Set a fortified base around your camper, craft, endure brutal zombie raids, hide what is precious to you in underground bunker and embark on dangerous missions in search of resources. Build base above and under ground - engage in combat on the surface while hiding essential things for survival underground… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mr. Nomad.

Dead2Rise is a survival horror experience where every decision counts. Trapped in a collapsing old west village overrun by the undead, you must endure 60 relentless days of escalating threats, scarce resources, and an unforgiving environment. Will you survive the outbreak — or become one of the dead?  Scavenge for supplies, craft weapon ammo, fortify safe zones, and uncover the dark truth behind … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead 2 Rise.

Backstory – Survival ProjectIt started with good intentions. In a world buckling under climate collapse, famine, and failing governments, the Survival Project was meant to be salvation. Deep underground, scientists worked to design a cure for hunger, disease, and human fragility itself. The plan: reengineer the immune system, making humanity resistant to the harsh new world. The early trials look… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survival Project.

Welcome to Cataclysm Upon Us (CUU), a post-apocalyptic survival RPG where the world as you know it has crumbled into chaos and darkness. The game immerses players in a sprawling open world filled with dangerous mutated creatures, shambling zombies, and chilling otherworldly entities. Survival is key in this unforgiving landscape. As a player, you'll need to forage for food, drinkable water, and s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cataclysm Upon Us.

RPG extraction-shooter in a post-apocalyptic setting. Survive in the ruins of the old world, loot gear, level up skills, improve your equipment and shelter. Fight various factions, or complete missions to become their ally. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to External.

[h1]Dungeons of Uhr – A First-Person Survival RPG[/h1]Descend into the Depths… If You DareIn Dungeons of Uhr, you awaken in a vast, uncharted cave system with nothing but your wits and a strange letter. The air is thick with the scent of damp stone and something far older—something watching from the shadows. To survive, you must explore, scavenge, and fight your way through twisting tunnels, forgo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Uhr.

"Post Soviet Strike: Chernobyl Legacy" thrusts you into a genetic wasteland RPG set amidst the haunting remnants of a nuclear era, where the echoes of war and the specter of Soviet influence loom large. Survive in the heart of this desolate landscape, where mutated creatures and rival factions vie for control over the shadowy ruins of civilization. As a survivor in this post-apoc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Post Soviet Strike: Chernobyl Legacy.

Deadly Infestation is a survival game in a procedural world infested with Zombies. Explore a totally destructible world and, of course, always have a good weapon to fight the animals and the infected. Collect resources to survive:With such resources found in nature, it is possible to feed, create weapons, tools, refined items, buildings and objects such as the work table, for example. Water is ess… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Infestation.

DDoD is a single-player and co-op tactical roguelite shooter set in the near future, deep inside an abandoned industrial zone. Explore, fight, and mutate your way to the source of a semi-sentient biological AI anomaly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DDoD.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay

70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

The Seven EnchantmentsThe Seven Enchantments is a first-person psychological horror game set in the village of Pradonin, a forgotten place deep in 1800s Eastern Europe where religion, folklore, and sin intertwine. You are Józef, a fraudulent exorcist sent to help, only to realize something real and terrifying awaits. What begins as a simple con spirals into a psychological descent as you uncover t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Seven Enchantments.

5 years ago, scientists were on the brink of the discovery of a life time…the cure to cancer. They were using a specialized target and delivery medication of a modified virus directly into the cancer cells. While several trials had showed promise, a side effect was discovered they hadn’t planned on. The virus mutated. While it killed the cancer, it also killed its host, but a few days later the ho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endure or Perish.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

62% User Score Based on 89 reviews

CrossWorlds: Escape is a hardcore game in which you will have to deploy all your skills to survive in a huge open world that is susceptible to changes in weather, seasons and various natural phenomena. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CrossWorlds: Escape.

For years, Lisa has been haunted by recurring nightmares of a burning mansion. One sleepless night, while watching a television documentary about abandoned places and local legends, she recognizes the very same mansion from her dreams. Determined to uncover the truth behind these disturbing visions, she sets out to investigate the mysterious property for herself. Her search leads her… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pineview Drive 2 - Rising Storm.

The Dark Forest CallsThe Dark Forest Calls is a first-person survival horror game about isolation, limited resources, and the fear of being noticed by something unknown. You wake up in an isolated village surrounded by darkness, fog, and something that should not be there. A candle may help you see what is in front of you, but in this place, light does not always mean safety. This is not a fast … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dark Forest Calls.

The Repeating Knot is a psychological survival horror set in a small Polish town — a love letter to fans of classic horror games such as Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Explore a world torn between reality and nightmare, uncover the secrets of the past, and fight for survival in a place where dreams and waking life become indistinguishable. You play as Tomo, a lonely, aging fast-food worker who dr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Repeating Knot.

Survive the "Rebirth" of the WildIn this new era, nature is a living, breathing entity. Navigate through sprawling 3D environments where skyscrapers are shrouded in ancient forests. Scavenge for vital resources in the skeletal remains of shopping malls and endure the challenges of a world that has moved on. Every choice—from crafting a survival tool to choosing your path through radioact… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REMNANT: Rebirth.

Survival and Exploration You’ll face harsh weather conditions, hunger, and the unforgiving wilderness. As you explore diverse, danger-filled environments in this open world, you must find the food and resources necessary for survival. Nights are deadlier, and weather conditions can be fatal. Build yourself a shelter, manage your resources wisely, and prepare for nature’s wrath. Looting and Crafti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Zone: Survival.

Survive the ApocalypseThe world has fallen, the streets are crawling with the dead, and resources are scarce. Every decision matters: when to scavenge, when to fight, when to run. There are no scripted missions—just survival for as long as you can manage. Base Building & DefenseYour base is built to move. Attach wheels to travel across the streets or propellers to take your fortress into the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombase.

"The Eagles Are Lost" Three Roman Legions have been destroyedIn the aftermath of the Battle of Teutoburg Forest, you are among the few who remain, stranded in a hostile wilderness that feels familiar, yet deeply wrong. Hunted by enemy tribes and stripped of your gear, survival alone will not be enough. Gather what you can, raise fortified camps, and rally scattered legionaries to your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Legions.

Prepare yourself for an intense and thrilling journey into a world overrun by the undead in our zombie survival game. Brace against relentless hordes of zombies as you battle for your life, wave after wave, in a desperate struggle to survive. With each passing wave, the challenges become more daunting, pushing your skills and fortitude to their limits. In this heart-pounding game, you'll find you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quarantine Town.

31%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

47% User Score Based on 17 reviews

In Raft Survival 3D and raft adventure games you can imagine that you are only one person who survived after catastrophic crash in ocean. You are alone on this small raft wandering in the ocean & crafting ocean game. There are no signs of earth nearby in raft and shark games. You can see that you are only survivor of ship crash, now you need to struggle for your life to survive in survival raf… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Island Raft Survival 2021: Ocean Escape.

10%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

17% User Score Based on 12 reviews

JOIN THE DISCORDWant to be part of the Badlands community? Join our Discord. About the GameBadlands is a PVE-focused multiplayer open world sandbox set in a destroyed world. Be a post-apocalyptic scavenger and attempt to survive in a hostile environment. Use found resources to craft vital items and build a base to keep your horde safe. Befriend friendly scavengers and explore the environments … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Badlands.

Story Kyle wakes up with a headache, not realizing he has survived a helicopter crash. He finds himself alone on a farm, surrounded by wreckage. His team is dead, and he must recover the pilot's remains to complete their mission. As Kyle assesses his injuries, a bright flash of light envelops him. Suddenly, he is floating in space, wearing a space suit. Just then, a friend appears and tells hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nightmare of Pandemic - Kyle's Story.

The fall was forged in divine myth. When Hekate, Witch-Goddess of the Crossroads, unleashed her curse upon the world, the line between the underworld and our home shattered. Ancient Greek gods lie imprisoned, the dead walk among the living, and humanity’s last survivors fight to reclaim what’s left. In END: Awakening, you and up to three friends can gather resources, craft weapons, and upgrade … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to END: Awakening.

Game type: The first and third person's 3D open doomsday multiplayer online survival construction. Background: In 2045, a sudden global freeze swept the world without warning. Ice and snow swallowed up all continents, the food chain completely collapsed, and social order disappeared. In the abyss of despair, the horror more terrible than the cold wakes up quietly-a zombie plague that evolved an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ember in the Frost.

You find yourself stranded on an archipelago after suddenly losing all contact with your squad. Cutoff from command, you are left to navigate a hostile world where every resource, every bullet, and every decision determines your survival. Against all odds, one objective remains clear—find your squad, track down paramilitary cultists and investigate an interdimensional force to contain the super… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes Below.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

74% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Project CobaltIt began with a contract you were never meant to sign. Inside a cold, sterile chamber, silent doctors watched as you agreed to something you didn’t understand. ☣️ Poison gas filled the room… and darkness consumed you. ⏳ Days later, you awaken on a hostile island . You are weak, hungry, and unarmed . The experiment has already begun — and survival is no longer a choice… it’s the on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Cobalt.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

89% User Score Based on 73 reviews

Explore a frozen, mysterious land in this top-down survival adventure. Gather resources, craft tools, and fight to stay alive as you uncover a story of memory and redemption. Try to escape The Hollow. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL.

"Stranded. Alone. Survival is your only hope." After a devastating shipwreck, you awaken as Robinson Crusoe, stranded on a mysterious Caribbean island. The fight for survival begins immediately—battle hunger, thirst, and relentless predators while uncovering the island’s darkest secrets. Scavenge resources, craft essential tools, and build shelters to withstand the harsh wilderness. Bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robinson Crusoe : The Lost Tribes.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

67% User Score Based on 33 reviews

Buckle up for the most intense survival experience as you face the wrath of the worst hurricane in history. Inspired by games like The Long Dark and Firewatch. Your journey will begin amidst the chaos of the hurricane, and your struggle for survival extends far beyond the storm's fury. Brace yourself for an open-world adventure where scavengers and aggressive wildlife lurk around every corner, cha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Category 6.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

In Last Hope on Earth you will find several game mechanics in the style Open World Survival Craft and much more, such as: creation and construction of bases, search for items, collection of resources, PvP in open world, PvE against various monsters and animals, cooperation and a lot of fight for survival! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Hope on Earth.

The Fifth Sun is dying. Enter a cooperative survival world inspired by Mesoamerican mythology. Hunt, gather, build, and grow powerful enough to confront the creatures and forgotten gods that stand between humanity and the next dawn. Play alone or bring friends into a hostile wilderness where every expedition serves a larger purpose: strengthen your settlement, survive the turning calendar, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fifth Sun: New Fire.

Explore a Procedural WorldFrom the Dalmatian coastlines to the Alps, explore a dense, procedurally generated map where every corner serves a purpose. Scavenge crumbling villages and secretive factory complexes. Stick to the roads for speed, if you don't mind bandits or brave the deep, dangerous forests for food and wood. Loot & FightCrack open storage rooms and search every dark corner of pro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to YUGOPUNK.