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Games like Cosmic Horror Tales: Roots Below

Games like Cosmic Horror Tales: Roots Below

Games like Cosmic Horror Tales: Roots Below

Looking for games like Cosmic Horror Tales: Roots Below? Here are top role playing recommendations with a horror, mystery and science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Broken Ceiling, Legend of Marrow or Sinister Hospital.

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  1. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    You were warned not to dig too deep; there was no need to go further. A rabbit's life is comfortable without the extra effort. But something—subtle, yet unrelenting—pulled at a hidden space in your mind. It seemed like a waste of time, but you felt compelled to keep going—until the tunnel, once your safest refuge, collapsed beneath you. Air rushes past as you fall, and when you look up, the Broken… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Broken Ceiling.

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  2. Story 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 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of Marrow.

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  3. Sinister Hospital : Judge Harlan Story In the dark forests of Duskwood town, an abandoned hospital rises like a ghost. Although "Sinister Hospital" had been closed for years, it still harbors dreadful secrets within. The player steps into the hospital to trace the footsteps of a group of lost children from the town's outskirts. However, inside awaits only a dark adventure and a quest fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sinister Hospital.

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  4. Fresh out of the Wizarding Academy and finally ready to face the world, you grab your broom, prepare your robes and reach the land where you’ll settle. Some potatoes here, a few mushrooms there…some chickens maybe? A cat for sure...the necessary ingredients for a potion or two… it’s time to make this new land your home! Just beware the darker creatures that lurk in the distant shadows... T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Farmwand.

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  5. A cozy lovecraftian horror retro RPG. Become a paranormal investigator & explore an open world. Solve a criminal conspiracy of the occult. Investigate & battle monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haunting of Mageburrow.

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  6. ABOUT THIS GAMENamiko is a PSX-inspired psychological horror game focused on atmosphere, restraint, and emotional storytelling. You play as Namiko, a young girl navigating spaces shaped by ritual, belief, and unresolved trauma. Horror in Namiko is not loud or constant — it lingers in silence, distorted memory, and the unseen presence of something watching. This is a slow-burn experience where vu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Namiko.

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  7. Unknown Darkness is a story-driven tactical RPG blending turn-based combat, deck-building, and roguelite progression inside a world inspired by Lovecraftian cosmic horror. As the commander of a covert agency formed after WWI, you must investigate otherworldly threats, manage your operatives, and hold humanity together as the Chaos Meter rises. SHAPE YOUR OWN PLAYSTYLECreate unique squads and send… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Darkness.

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  8. Pine Creek is a survival horror game inspired by: • 80s sci-fi and horror classics • Stranger Things, The X-Files, and Signs • Resident Evil, Alien: Isolation, and Outlast Blending the tension-filled gameplay of modern stealth horror with the creepy atmosphere of classic sci-fi and survival horror. Pine Creek combines an authentic ’80s vibe, immersive cinematics, and environmental puzzle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pine Creek.

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  9. Nightmare Tale - Dive into dark stories where your decisions shape the nightmarish pages of this unique pixelated horror novel. Gameplay: Your character, Tom, inherits a mysterious hotel in the town of Redwater. Over the course of a week, he must decide the fate of the place, but each night proves to be much darker and more dangerous than the day. Day Repair: The player spends his d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightmare Tale.

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  10. LIMB: Origins is a dark sci-fi horror game where you must survive in a mysterious parallel world following the disappearance of a research team. Unravel the mysteries of your missing colleagues, explore the world, repair the teleporter, and find your way home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LIMB: Origins.

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  11. Verfall: A Dark and Strategic RPGThe world of Verfall is in ruins. The "Servants of Corrosion" have been unleashed, and now it's a race against time to save what remains. Heroes marked by the "Mark" carry the burden of a curse and must unite, facing the challenge with the few resources available. Traditional power-ups are not an option — every battle must be fought with what yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Verfall.

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

    In the 1970s Soviet Union, you are Imry, an ordinary geologist sent deep into the Siberian taiga to investigate anomalous ore deposits. What begins as a routine expedition quickly turns unsettling. Instruments whisper patterned noise, compasses spin without reason, and maps no longer match the land. The forest itself seems alive. Attempting to retreat, Imry discovers there is no way back. Directi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IMRY.

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  13. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    The Valley of the Unknown – A Psychological and Survival First-Person Horror Game Release Date: September 15, 2024  Platform: PC (Windows) (Released)  Mac (Coming soon) Engine: Unreal Engine 5.4 Trigger Warning: This game contains graphic violence, disturbing imagery, and themes of psychological horror that may be unsettling to some players. Sensitive Content Warning: Themes of disappearance, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Valley of the Unknown.

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  14. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    71% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Planet: Voidregula 6Hazard class: Not assigned Scan result: Suitable for colonization. Terraform with caution! Status: Prepared, the first stage of settlement is underway. Problem: Communication with the planet is completely interrupted. We are sending an expedition. About the Game A mix of roguelike shooter and survival on an unknown planet, featuring persistent progress and a coz… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ammo and Oxygen.

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  15. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 3,038 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 7 reviews

    A single player exploration and survival experience, played in first person and developed in Unreal Engine 4. Set on a mysterious and uninhabited alien planet. With Earth on the brink of destruction, as mankind's last hope, and stranded on a deserted alien planet, the player has to survive the harsh environment and find a way to send a signal back home. Confronted with merciless weather, and dan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Solus Project.

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  16. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 317 reviews

    Dreams in the Witch House is an open world horror adventure game, where you guide Walter Gilman, as he prepares to face the dreaded May-Eve witch ritual in the legend-haunted city of Arkham. Choose your own approach and reveal the secret of the Witch House before it's too late. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreams in the Witch House.

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  17. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 245 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 3 reviews

    Lamentum is a pixel art survival-horror game set in New England in the mid-nineteenth century. To solve the dark secret at the heart of Grau Hill Mansion, you will have to immerse yourself in a nightmare world full of terrible creatures.Choose well in whom to trust, every decision you make may alter the course of the story.Will you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lamentum.

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  18. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    69% User Score Based on 1,596 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 26 reviews

    Test your adventurer mettle against The Isle’s procedural subterranean labyrinths. Explore a large, interconnected underworld crawling with cunning wildlife, deadly traps and stalked by a shadowy presence. Survive the perils of The Depths and unearth what lies below... or die trying.. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BELOW.

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  19. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 372 reviews
    Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

    The Consuming Shadow is a procedural survival horror adventure in which you must explore the land, fight your way through randomly-generated dungeons and try to stay sane in your quest to save the world from the invading Ancients. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Consuming Shadow.

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  20. 33%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    48% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    The player finds himself in an abandoned Soviet bunker, built at the height of the Cold War. The protagonist is a stalker, a hunter for artifacts and secrets of the past. He entered the bunker, attracted by legends of secret experiments and the mysterious disappearance of all personnel. Moving through the bunker, the player is immersed in an atmosphere of tense anticipation and fear. He finds… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Phoenix.

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  21. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Overview "Work at Caleh's™" is a spine-chilling survival horror game developed by OfficialXnEd Games. Set in the shadowy corridors of Caleh's, a company with a dark and twisted past, players must navigate a nightmarish environment teeming with terrifying monsters. Combining atmospheric storytelling, strategic gameplay, and intense survival mechanics, "Work at Caleh's™" challenges players to uncove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Work at Caleh's.

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  22. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Confusing Incident: Pinch Me is an adventure game with horror elements. You play as an ordinary guy who got into an accident and ended up in a mysterious house. He has to find a way out of the house and solve the mystery of this house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Convoluted Incident: Pinch me.

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  23. After receiving a mysterious invitation from the influential patron Dr. Marsh, you find yourself drawn into a chain of occult events surrounding an ancient ritual. You must confront a secretive cult, prevent the ritual, and escape alongside your companions. Edge of Madness is a dark RPG inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft. Choose one of four characters and accept the invitation to the Mar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edge of Madness.

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  24. Demo Coming Soon! The Demo will include the complete Prologue (still in active development and subject to change) of The Hour: Echoes of the Crescent, a focused, narrative-driven experience designed to establish the game’s tone, themes, and central mystery. Prologue: The Awakening Players will step into the role of Leia Burgess, an investigative journalist pursuing fragmentary leads connected… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hour: Echoes of the Crescent.

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  25. You poured your life savings into that glossy brochure promising a "luxury caravan village," expecting a life of leisure. But reality hit hard: the realtor ran off with the cash, leaving you with nothing but a rusted, weed-choked wasteland. Yet, this tragic end is actually the beginning of your new life. Armed with just a suitcase and your grandmother’s legendary recipe book, you set out… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caravan Village: Farming Life.

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  26. Game worldYou find yourself aboard a space station that has lost contact with the outside world. The crew has vanished, automated systems function erratically, and many sectors are sealed off. The station is still operational, but its behavior grows increasingly unpredictable. Something unknown has breached the station and continues to spread within it. Horror and AtmosphereThe space station no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eclipstation.

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  27. This game is still in development. Videos and images shown are not representative of final quality. Dewlight Horizon is a slow-life farming sim and wholesome adventure RPG with a magitech twist, where you’ll explore the affinity between magic and technology. Awaken in a world familiar yet different. With the help of a warm and welcoming community, you set out to begin your new life, turn overgr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dewlight Horizon.

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  28. Special Edition Follow the page on Kickstarter website to get notified when it goes live and get access to many exclusive rewards such as devs previews, beta builds, artbook and more! About the GameThe creators of Astral Ascent and Dark Devotion presents: A new top-down action-RPG, brought to life through beautiful hand-drawn pixel art, packed with epic, intense combat. Immerse yourself in a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen Fates.

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  29. Game OverviewWhen the lab doors reopen, sealed forbidden entities awaken, unleashing an irreversible catastrophe. An unknown force escapes, corroding flesh, warping minds, materializing fear into tangible nightmares. As apocalyptic shadows engulf Europe, life's whispers fade from the night, leaving only creeping death in silence. None know where this ends, but your choices decide humanity's final … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polandball: The Black Apocalypse.

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  30. Mental: The Dark Night is a horror and exploration game powered by Unreal Engine 5. Step into the role of an employee of a company dedicated to researching paranormal events, called Mental. You will have your own office, with the possibility of even creating your own living space within Mental’s facilities. The main idea of Mental: The Dark Night is to provide you with an immersive visual and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mental: The Dark Night.

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  31. If you're interested, be sure to Wishlist the game - that helps a lot! It will be a journey from scratch where you'll need to take care of your farm with a lot of hard work while striving to reestablish the city's guild to earn recognition and respect. Throughout this journey, you'll have the opportunity to engage in various exciting adventures and interact with the local residents, each with un… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rabbit's Fall.

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  32. We hope you enjoy your time here detecting! Features an accurately simulated metal detector, including frequency, ground balance, and sensitivity controls. Free-roam a quintessential British village collecting artefacts and studying local history. Solve a dark mystery that draws in you and your family. Complete quests for villagers who have a habit of losing their treasured possessions. Donate, tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Detectorist Guild.

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  33. “One night, I opened my father’s old diary… and found the truth he left behind.” Echoes of the Cove is a 2D action adventure RPG where mystery and exploration intertwine. Your father disappeared in a dying coastal town, leaving only scattered diary pages and unanswered questions. Now you must retrace his steps through forgotten dungeons, battle the strange creatures that drove everyone away, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes of the Cove.

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  34. In 1960, the main character's life was turned upside down by the tragic death of her family at the Belhaven Hotel, and for thirty-eight years he has struggled with the dark secrets of his past. Now she is determined to go back to find out what happened in this cursed hotel and uncover the truth. But this hotel is not just an old building, it is a living hell, haunted by the horrific events of the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do Not Disturb.

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  35. First-person interactive psychological horror narrative game. Immerse yourself in this one-of-a-kind horror where your real phone connects to the game! Travel into Cara’s memories searching for her missing sister. Uncover dark family secrets, exorcize demons, and solve puzzles in a world of witchcraft. Cara’s phone and yours will unlock unspeakable horrors! Real-Phone Mechanics In this groundbre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Disappearance of Emily Crowe.

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  36. In "Asylum of the Forsaken," you step into the shoes of Nathan Scott, an investigative journalist whose mission is to photograph five missing people within the eerie and abandoned Ravenwood Asylum. The asylum is not only home to dark secrets but also to a terrifying monster that roams its decaying halls, constantly hunting you down. Your only tools for survival are your wits, your camera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asylum of the Forsaken.

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  37. Sealed is a horror game that will immerse you in a disturbing and mysterious experience. You will find yourself trapped in a haunted hospital, where every shadow and every whisper will remind you that you are not alone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sealed.

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  38. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:character development, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Golden Fall 2 is a single character dungeon crawl RPG focused on exploration of an engaging and diverse world. Combat follows a simultaneous turn-based system inspired by roguelikes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Fall 2.

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  39. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Oh no! You stranded on a desert island after a big storm. How will you survive and return home? Will you find the lost treasure you were looking for? YOUR QUEST BEGINSSurvival RPG: The Lost Treasure is a retro RPG game with a survival twist. It combines adventure, exploration, RPG and survival skills in a 2D pixel art universe. Your quest is to survive in this harsh and unfamiliar environment by f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survival RPG: The Lost Treasure.

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  40. ● Game Introduction: "Aldradah: Tome of Mist Realm" is a fantasy-themed, turn-based tactical strategy dungeon crawler. You will use mysterious ritual magic to summon "Phantasms" from other realms to form an adventure party, delving into the Arcaran Mist—a place where ordinary mortals cannot tread—to explore ancient secrets. ● Key Features: This is a game focused on combat … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aldradah: Tome of Mist Realm.

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  41. [Story] You are the overlooked daughter of a maid, suddenly cast as the prime suspect in a high-society ballroom murder. In your darkest hour, a ring of mysterious power finds its way onto your finger. To prove your innocence, you must launch an investigation—using reason, the occult, or even darker means to clear your name. As the truth unfurls, will you transcend your station to grasp wealth and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unfree Freesia.

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  42. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    93% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    A Journey into Madness and SurvivalLittle Lighthouse of Horror is an atmospheric psychological horror game inspired by the eerie 1900 legend of the Flannan Isles. As the lighthouse keeper, you must maintain the light while confronting growing unease and unexplained phenomena. With isolation creeping in, your sanity will be pushed to the limit. Surviving the LighthouseSurvival depends on balancing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Lighthouse of Horror.

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  43. Immerse yourself in a world where hope battles against the abyss of catastrophe, and discover a story that could change the fate of the main character. Explore the post-Soviet space, which has turned into a single gloomy place where anomalies violate the laws of physics and reality.| The main character, Voila, a stalker with a difficult fate, seeks to unravel the mystery of his wife's disappearanc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burned One.

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  44. The crystals hold the power to save Elicion—or destroy it. The choice lies in your hands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystals of Power.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    95% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Schizo Dark immerses you in a world of nightmarish dreams, where you are a detective investigating disappearances in your sleep. You will need to avoid monsters, conserve ammo, and find a way out of this cursed world. Key Features: A gripping survival horror with a terrifying atmosphere. Survival strategy: limited resources and the need to hide. An intriguing investigation and dark storyline… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schizo Dark.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    78% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    *Must-buy if you love retro-themed sci-fi games, especially if you are into sci-fi horror. *Use your inventory to solve complex audio-cyberpunk inspired puzzles. *Drive a lunar vehicles to travel vast distances over the surface of the moon. *Survive occasional jumpscares. *Use your retro-inspired blaster gun to survive rouge A.I controlled androids. *Sinister and Ominous soundtrack. *S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lunar Nightmare.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    A short, difficult, replayable single player experience that should take a few hours. Experimental gameplay, where the player has granular control over the strength of their jumps and the tightness of their grip on their laser tether to influence their descent speed. Your flashlight, laser tether and D.O.T.S. flare gun all use the same power source. Use your energy carefully. (Almost) No HUD… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GULLET.

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  48. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 229 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Play the first chapter of Harvest Island, an upcoming pixel-art, cute, semi-farming simulator set on a remote island. Take on the role of Will and help your sister catch a raccoon to offer to the gods. Inspired by Stardew Valley, Harvest Moon, and Rune Factory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harvest Island.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Dying Flame takes the tradition of Japanese horror RPGs with their heavy emphasis on jump scares and puzzle solving and ramps it up by taking away the consistent source of hope and comfort: - Light. Dying Flame is designed to leave the player plunged in darkness, while solving puzzles to not only escape the twisted mansion, but also uncover the full story of addiction, guilt and marital loss. Dy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dying Flame.

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  50. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 276 reviews

    My name is Luzia...and this story isn't about me, but my sister. Play as Luzia in her quest to return home. After Luzia and her older sister Sombria are abducted by strangers, it is up to Luzia to help her and her sister home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Big Sister.

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