Games like Cat in the Box
Looking for games like Cat in the Box? Here are top action recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Song of Horror, Visage or Mad Father.
1 View Game77%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding78% User Score 1,914 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviews"Song of Horror" is a horror game with a dynamic terror experience, controlled by an advanced AI that adapts to the player's actions. The antagonist, known as The Presence, hunts the player in unexpected ways, providing a unique experience for every player. The story is told through the perspective of various characters, each with their own connection to the mystery of the missing writer and his family.
View Game2 View Game82%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherestability, grinding87% User Score 7,362 reviewsCritic Score 77%9 reviews"Visage is a nerve-wracking first-person horror simulation, centering around exploration of a vast, ever-changing house with a dark past. Its intricate story unfolds through surreal visuals and atmospheric details, coupled with exceptional graphics, soundtrack, and an ingenious sense of place. Be prepared for a challenging, highly emotional experience that may contain bugs and requires patience."
View Game3 View Game92%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, monetization98% User Score 4,142 reviewsCritic Score 60%1 reviews"Mad Father" is a horror adventure game where you play as Aya Drevis, an 11-year-old girl, and uncover the secrets of her family's manor, which is the site of maniacal experiments. To explore the mansion, you'll use various weapons like chainsaws and knives. This remade version features updated graphics, new scenes, and a second playthrough mode called "Blood Mode" which alters the story.
View Game4 View Game94%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability94% User Score 1,617 reviewsAnn, an art student finds herself trapped in the school when she accidentally broke one of the school's rules. With the help of the school's security guard, help Ann navigate her way out and uncover the secrets of the school before she becomes a permanent resident of the school.
View Game5 View Game91%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability, stability92% User Score 3,419 reviewsCritic Score 74%3 reviews"Tormented Souls" is a third-person perspective survival horror game. Players control Caroline Walker, a woman who investigates a series of disappearances in a mysterious abandoned convent. The game features puzzle-solving, resource management, and intense combat against grotesque creatures. With a nod to classic survival horror games, "Tormented Souls" aims to deliver a suspenseful and frightening experience.
View Game6 View Game86%Game Brain Scorestory, musicreplayability, grinding90% User Score 735 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviews"Alicemare is a single-player Horror Adventure game with an intriguing story, good gameplay, phenomenal visuals, and an outstanding soundtrack. Players control Allen, a young boy who has lost his memory, as he investigates a rumor and uncovers the delightful yet highly emotional world of Alicemare. The game features subtle touches of horror, with a focus on exploration, storybook and fairytale elements, and memorable characters such as Allen, Letty, and Rick."
View Game7 View Game76%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherereplayability, stability85% User Score 248 reviewsCritic Score 50%3 reviewsViviette is a single-player Horror Action game with an intriguing story, set in the ominous Neuville's Mansion. Experience a distinct atmosphere with challenging puzzles, diverse items, and multiple endings. Immerse yourself in the original audio-visuals and beware of the lurking monster, while testing your logic and navigation skills.
View Game8 View Game77%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, stability77% User Score 4,232 reviewsThe Beast Inside is a gripping new twist on thriller and survival horror genres, telling a multi-layered story about cryptanalyst discovering a hundred-year-old murder-mystery that not only remains unresolved, but also puts his very life at risk.
View Game9 View Game95%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, stability95% User Score 992 reviews"Trick & Treat" is a light-hearted, spooky adventure game where you play as a witch named Charlotte and her maid Amelia as they trick-or-treat at a cursed mansion on Halloween Eve. The game features easy puzzles, horror elements, and multiple ends in a 90-minute gameplay. Original sprites and CGs, a hidden room, and a new outfit for Amelia in the second run are included. An Art Book DLC is available on Steam Store. RPG Maker RTP is not required.
View Game10 View Game82%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherereplayability, stability94% User Score 33,296 reviewsCritic Score 69%61 reviewsIn Little Nightmares, players control Six, a young girl trying to escape "The Maw," a creepy vessel filled with grotesque creatures. The game features a dark, whimsical world filled with puzzles and secrets to discover. With its unique art style and atmospheric gameplay, Little Nightmares encourages players to reconnect with their inner child and unleash their imagination to escape from the horrors that lurk in the shadows.
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