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Step into the shadows of Mystery House—a chilling homage of the groundbreaking Roberta Williams classic that gave birth to the graphical adventure genre. What begins as a nostalgic game night among eight friends in an abandoned mansion quickly descends into a waking nightmare. The house is no ordinary relic of the past. Its walls breathe with secrets. Its rooms are veiled in puzzles. And someth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystery House.

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.

Absolute Tenebra is a third-person survival horror focused on exploration, puzzle-solving, light-based mechanics, and stealth. The game is set in the decaying halls of the Wardheim Museum, a place where art, obsession, and the supernatural merged into something alive. You play as Eleanor, a mysterious woman with an unknown past, trapped in a labyrinth of forgotten halls and whispering shadows, whe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolute Tenebra.

The Shadow Syndicate is a stylized noir stealth-action game set in 1930s Brooklyn. Sneak, fight, and uncover a dark conspiracy using supernatural powers. Explore a vibrant city, play mini-games, and solve mysteries in this thrilling cinematic experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Syndicate.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

75% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Code Alkonost is a first-person, atmospheric adventure where Slavic legends come to life. Travel through a dark fantasy world and encounter the possessive spirits of the underworld. Experience authentic art styles and stories that have never been seen in adventure games before. Meet iconic figures from Slavic mythology, including the enigmatic Baba Yaga, the elusive Leshy, and many other supernatu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Code Alkonost: Awakening of Evil.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

89% User Score Based on 112 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 5 reviews

Dead of Darkness is a 2D survival-horror action-adventure. Investigate a mysterious island and unravel its disturbing secret. You’ll have to face grotesque creatures, hurdle deadly traps, solve puzzles, and most importantly, survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead of Darkness.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

74% User Score Based on 143 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

The Deluxe Edition of The Occultist contains: -The Occultist game -The game's complete Soundtrack -The Occultist Artbook with over 200 pages of behind-the-scenes material If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Occultist.

H.A.U.N.TA dark secret has been hidden from society. Dark supernatural corruption plagues areas across the world. These nightmarish anomalies will take over if left unchecked. You and your team of operatives work for H.A.U.N.T., a secret organization tasked with containing paranormal threats before they spill into the civilian world. Every mission sends your team into cursed locations filled with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haunt Initiation.

Investigate, explore and fight your way through a cursed manse to find the keys to your escape. Cast spells with the power of Argentum; manage limited resources, and navigate with a classic fixed-camera perspective while you solve puzzles and defend against cursed creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curse of Argentum.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Malevolent Madness invites players into a tension-filled horror adventure, offering an experience rich in mystery and puzzles. A mysterious time machine unleashes extraordinary powers that could disrupt the balance between universes, but this discovery becomes a significant threat to humanity in the wrong hands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malevolent Madness.

A Battle for Survival Between Two Dimensions Welcome to ABSYM, a dark rogue-souls-like that will take you to the edges of reality. Traverse the fragile balance between the decaying world of Nihilor and the corrupted parallel dimension of Absymalith. Face deadly challenges, explore stunning environments, and uncover the secrets of a universe on the brink of collapse. Every step brings you closer t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absym.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

93% User Score Based on 82 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 2 reviews

A third-person roguelite horror adventure where you play as four characters, experiencing an intergenerational storyline tied to the haunting traditions of an ancient village in Sardinia, Italy, a region rich with unique folklore… The village itself is an elaborate maze with no two iterations being precisely the same—you will have to explore and solve the mysteries of the game largely unguided. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saturnalia.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

77% User Score Based on 8,396 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 1 reviews

Developed by seasoned studio Cyanide, Call of Cthulhu is an RPG-Investigation game with psychological horror and stealth mechanics, set in a deeply immersive world. On a mission to find the truth behind the death of an acclaimed artist and her family on a backwater island, the player will soon uncover a more disturbing truth as the Great Dreamer, Cthulhu, prepares its awakening... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Call of Cthulhu.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 594 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories is an action roguelike with RPG elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lovecraft's Untold Stories.

NOXPHERIA: THE CRIMSON MADNESSWhere logic meets delirium, and the truth demands a sacrifice. The Guilt has a Name. The Truth has a Price.Logan Holloway was a man driven by curiosity. A former investigative reporter, his obsession with an enigmatic author cost him everything: his career, his sanity, and the lives of his family. Years after his collapse, a mysterious letter lures him to Ranchester—… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noxpheria: The Crimson Madness.

Shadows on the Walls is a terrifying experience with psychological horror, exploration and puzzle solving in virtual reality with immersive 3D cutscenes that will take you to the enigmatic Crystal Palace Museum of London. The museum, now under the custody of the famous retired archeologist Dr. Carter, has just received a very particular collection known as the “Cursed Loot”, which you will soon di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows on the Walls.

“If I were to let the world die, would anyone care?” Dive into a brutal 90s inspired cyberpunk world where every bullet counts and every secret could be your last. Trevor, a Special agent detective in the R.P.R.S is assigned to a case in Dynawatch, the metropolis rotting from the inside out. To uncover a conspiracy that threatens to erase humanity, you must explore treacherous, interconnect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Titan: The Redacted Files.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Get Inmersed in the intriguing narrative adventure of BURIED SHARDS, progressing through the story chapters while alternating between day and night. Guide your sleepwalking self with house lights during the night and confront the traumas of your past in this unique blend of storytelling and puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buried Shards.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

81% User Score Based on 982 reviews

The Sinking City 2 is a terrifying Lovecraftian journey, powered by Unreal Engine 5. Experience a heart-pounding survival horror as you explore the flooded city of Arkham and fight eldritch monsters beyond human comprehension. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sinking City 2.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization

72% User Score Based on 118 reviews

Our story begins with a college student waking up in a mysterious Western-style mansion filled with uncanny statues, trap doors, and spooky mechanisms. To make matters worse...he can't seem to remember much of anything. The only clues he has are a shattered phone and scattered fragments of memory. As he explores the creepy building, he encounters a stunning young woman who also claims to be trappe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol.

Tales of The Nightmares™ is a series of interconnected anthology games—an indie cinematic experience featuring an immersive narrative of cosmic and psychological horror, with a retro aesthetic inspired by the PS1-PS2 classics. ABOUT THE GAME:In this pilot episode, you will experience the accounts of Scout Houlberg, the prime suspect in the massacre of his squad during a clandestine rescue mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of The Nightmares™ Episode One.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

87% User Score Based on 341 reviews

Dive into a hostile world that challenges your very existence, in this survival horror game with RPG elements. Unravel a thousand-year-old mystery, risk your sanity and face the Outer Gods with your skills. Every bullet and every decision counts now, are you up to the task? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stygian: Outer Gods.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

“Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge” is a thrilling open-world horror adventure with a retro twist. Immerse yourself in this unique story as an Arabian Princess and confront your enemies in a desperate fight for survival. This is no ordinary realm, but a twisted reflection of your own trauma. To survive, you must unveil the dark secrets that lurk within, but can you conquer the demons that torment yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

94% User Score Based on 316 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

Tank controls. Fixed cameras. Pure Terror. Set in a haunting world of twisted experiments and occult nightmares, this game brings back the survival horror mechanics you know and love while pushing the genre into terrifying new depths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flesh Made Fear.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

87% User Score Based on 647 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

Set in the densely cluttered streets of Kowlong, filled with obscurity and chaos, this battle action-adventure game casts players as the Hyoki, an entity devoid of memory and physical form. His only motive is to eradicate the monstrous beings known as Slitterheads crawling around the city, disguising themselves as humans. Roaming the vibrant neon-lit cityscape, players must seek out allies among h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slitterhead.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 89 reviews

Set in the unforgiving lands of Alaska, Edge of Sanity is a Lovecraftian survival horror game with unique 2D art, a disturbing story, and complex base management. Gather resources, carefully plan your expeditions and explore the world of madness as you struggle to keep your humanity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edge of Sanity.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

95% User Score Based on 213 reviews

An innovative survival horror imbued with the eternal brilliance of dungeon crawling In a confined space with no escape, face relentless attacks from masked humans. Use your limited resources and wits to survive this desperate situation! Simple combat system with grid-based movement and free camera control. The only way to survive is to dodge dangers and defeat the approaching masked humans! Adven… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower of Mask.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

61% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Help Helen escape the burning village; guide her through the dark and dangerous forests and help the people of Amazonia. The evil behind the curtain is far bigger and dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined. It's up to Helen to restore the balance in this hidden and unexplored world. Will you survive the impossible!? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Rainbow.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

71% User Score Based on 1,798 reviews

Critic Score 53%Based on 3 reviews

THE SHORE is a game about the mystery of the unknown, set on a forbidden island filled with horrors. Based on the works of H. P. Lovecraft, the story features many of his best-known creations and more. Players will see the world through the eyes of Andrew, a father in search of his lost daughter. Players will experience The Shore through immersive, atmospheric gameplay and encounter the most night… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shore.

Dungeon Explorers 2 - Early AccessA Journey of Strategy, Romance, and Adventure! In a world shrouded in supernatural darkness, where the war between Chaos and the gods has left eternal scars, a young warrior embarks on his crusade against Chaos itself. Immerse yourself in a high-fantasy RPG that blends first-person dungeon exploration, intense tactical battles, and faction management. Forge allia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Explorers 2.

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.

Isekai Rift is a 3D action-adventure platformer where Yuji, a young student, is pulled into another dimension by a malevolent entity. Separated from his brother Izuku, he must master Rift Energy and explore a mysterious world to find him. THE POWER OF RIFT ENERGY IN YOUR HANDS Manipulate dimensional rifts to explore the world, overcome seemingly impossible challenges, and build your own shad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isekai Rift.

Fight through dark corridors, explore abandoned sectors, collect resources, manage your inventory, solve puzzles, and battle relentless demons, zombies, and grotesque monsters as you struggle to survive a catastrophic outbreak. Dead Days Left: Jupiter Station is a story-driven sci-fi horror FPS and intense singleplayer FPS survival horror campaign set aboard a massive research space station orbit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Days Left: Jupiter Station.

Lovelace Case is a Retro Lovecraftian Survival Horror set in the 1900s. Explore the nightmarish Mansion, manage scarce resources and face eldritch terrors where survival means choosing what parts of reality you are willing to lose. You play as Detective Sorfina Lovelace as you explore the queer haunting Manor in order to stop a cosmic ritual from happening. Solve cryptic puzzles to unlock items… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lovelace Case.

In a world where the line between the real and the supernatural blurs, Shadow Chronicles: Nocturna plunges you into a dark and captivating journey. As Donovan Blake, the 'Haunted Detective,' you will embark on a frantic search for answers regarding the disappearance of your wife. Set against a stylized backdrop that blends noir and fantasy elements, you will face the Lords of the Night, each rep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Chronicles: Nocturna.

The game immerses you in the story of a boy who finds himself in a dark disease-ridden world. The story takes place in northern lands occupied by a southern empire. As a result, the in-game culture blends Viking and Ancient Roman elements. The main character possesses telekinetic powers, allowing you to interact with the world in various ways. Distract enemies, send them down on the wrong track, f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ail.

Follow Hisoka Kageyama, a desperate man who accepts the grim job of night watchman in an abandoned prison. As he navigates its dark corridors, surreal visions and eerie presences lurk around every corner. Can you discover the secrets hidden within these walls? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Eyes.

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.

Co-op PVE experience play with friends The darkness has awakened. And fear is your enemy. When ancient rituals disturbed the balance of the world, humanity faced a horror it could never foresee. Demons broke loose. The ground split open. Cities were swallowed by the abyss. But alongside the chaos, ancient crystals emerged — capable of sealing the portals to the demonic realm. You are one of the fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pilgrim of Darkness.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Phobic Nightmares is a first-person psychological horror game where you're investigating your sister's disappearance. Find notes from your sister and her team to find out exactly what happened, and why. P.S.: It's not pleasant. Face increasingly difficult challenges as the entity that you're facing keeps altering the environment. You haven't felt real dread till now. You're looking for your s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phobic Nightmares.

Story:Enter The VoidOn the search for his missing wife and daughter, paranormal investigator, Jonathan Hunter, finds himself trapped in a strange new world. Faced with the ruins of a dying kingdom and searching for answers, Hunter must enlist the help of an amnesiac spirit named Angel and the kingdom’s last remaining denizen: A lonely shopkeeper named Craven. Armed with his wits, a weapon, and new… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Levels of Fear: Voidwalker Act I- An Undying Devotion.

«Permanent: Hope & Vacuum» is a disturbing first-person psychological horror indie game with adventure, puzzle, platformer, dungeon crawler and action gameplay. This is a one-person development, so please let me introduce the game to you. Thanks! Discover a story that will take you through a world that is as terrifying as it is intriguing, where you will encounter numerous obstacles and ir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Permanent: Hope & Vacuum.

Disclaimer: This game contains prolonged sequences featuring strobe lighting and / or flashing effects. NOW INCLUDES DIRECTOR'S CUT! Play the game with fixed cameras and tank controls for the classic survival horror experience. After a research centre on a recently discovered planet goes dark, an investigation is launched - which uncovers tragedy and leads to the mysterious destruction of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Prospector Odyssey.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

89% User Score Based on 35 reviews

I Believe in Capybara Supremacy! About the GameAVOID THE PYRAMIDS! We are trying to escape from a dark and extremely disturbing mysterious place. We are trying to rescue our character, who has lost his memory and is waiting to be sacrificed, without getting caught by the enemies around and open the hidden areas of the room by exploring the surroundings.DON'T GET LOST IN THE MAZE! Keep an eye on … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyrami Head.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

You have to find the exit without losing your sanity through fighting the monsters behind the locked doors... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Diaries: Ankara.

About the game: Dualis is an isometric horror thriller whose plot will take you to an underground research complex. In this place, you will have to fight not only for your life, but also to understand if you really exist. What is consciousness and personality are the questions you will have to ask yourself. This is a story-oriented game that combines stealth action with survival horror elements in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dualis.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

86% User Score Based on 862 reviews

Return to classic survival horror in this special demo version of Tormented Souls 2. Experience the opening section of the game as Caroline navigates the claustrophobic passageways of a shadowy convent in search of her missing sister If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tormented Souls 2.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

98% User Score Based on 85 reviews

Stranded at an abandoned gas station in the middle of the desert. Losing your grip on reality. Dark rituals. Demonic pursuers. No escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ad Infernum.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Escape from Darkness is a single player, first person survival horror game. After waking up alone in a strange, eerie place. You must plunge into the oppressive darkness ignorant of what awaits. Use stealth to avoid danger, but don't play it too safe. You will also need to investigate your surroundings and find resources to fight the horrors that lurk in the gloom around you. Persevere, and make y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Darkness.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

60% User Score Based on 58 reviews

The horror game Whispering Lane takes you to an abandoned house on Whispering Lane Street. Darkness reigns on the street, and strange noises stir unease among the neighbors. The main character, police officer Jackson Harrowfield, is sent to investigate the residents' report. Soon, he will uncover the secrets of this dark house. Enter the world of mysteries and dangers, experiencing two amazing sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispering Lane.