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Every clue brings you closer to the truth.  A brutal murder. An abandoned theatre. A forgotten investigation.  As a seasoned detective, you are assigned to investigate a case that everyone else has abandoned. What begins as a search for a killer soon reveals a trail of secrets stretching back hundreds of years.  Every room holds a clue.  Every puzzle uncovers another piece of the investigation… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Roots.

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.

Hexcrawl is a dark fantasy RPG about crossing a hostile world one hex at a time. Players explore a procedurally generated overland map, manage supplies, survive lethal encounters, hunt powerful bosses, craft gear, and delve into walkable sites. Combat is tactical and lethal. Progress comes from exploration, equipment, and mastery rather than traditional character levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HEXCRAWL.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Chronicles from the Abyss is a collection of 4 twisted Horror & Thriller stories that will play on the darkest corners of your mind, & every choice drips with dread. Twisted plots, haunting art, and chilling secrets await. Ready to uncover what lurks beneath? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronicles from the Abyss.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

100% User Score Based on 55 reviews

Play as a witch living in secret among villagers in this hand-drawn narrative puzzle adventure. An attempt to change fate traps her in a time loop. Help the witch and her cat escape without getting caught by the inquisition. Your choices shape the outcome. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexed Time.

Misery Dungeon is a top-down, hand drawn (no AI), narrative tactical rpg. Now that we’re done with the technical stuff: You will : Explore, or succumb to, the Mountain.  Meet various lost souls on their quest to survive this place. You will help them, maybe betray them.  Find secret passages, shortcuts, hidden places of cult hiding the secrets of magic. Reshape every corridors, every hole… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Misery Dungeon.

Unleash Your Boundless AI Tabletop RPG Adventure This fully open, AI-powered sandbox tabletop RPG abandons rigid scripts and linear storylines. Dive into immersive custom adventures instantly with a vast library of ready-made world templates, including fantasy dungeons, eldritch horror, cyberpunk megacities, medieval warfare, interstellar exploration and more. Fully Customizable Creation System … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Companions' Chronicles.

"The Curiosity Clerk" is a narrative puzzle game that seamlessly blends Victorian fantasy with item identification and psychological deduction. Amidst the swirling industrial smog, you take the helm of a mysterious curiosity shop. Facing eccentric visitors, each harboring deep secrets, the bizarre artifacts in your hands will become the ultimate keys to altering their destinies. Key Fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curiosity Clerk.

She is the descendant of Christ — and the heir to a vampire's curse. Vambina was born of the bloodline of Jesus Christ, yet she also inherited the dark curse of a vampire. Two opposing natures — holy and demonic — coexist within a single girl. Tragic. Beautiful. Stronger than anyone. This is the story of a dark heroine who fights against fate to save the world. ■ The Seven Deadly Sins Walk Amon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vambina.

【The Calamity Lay Dormant Beneath a surface of Prosperity...】 The dream of Sacright watched over the holy city of Mitcanlande for a thousand years... Until the god-given Divine Essence shattered. Until the blood of catastrophe stained the heavens dark. Yet The Book of Sacright proclaims: when the sacred palace falls, the Sacrighter — chosen by the light — shall rise from the ruins and drive b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Banquet of Nausea.

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial, non-commercial fan project inspired by The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante and is not affiliated with its creators.The Will and Torment of El Brante is a dark narrative RPG about defying fate in a dying world. In the Blessed Arcnian Empire, order was upheld by blood, fear, and faith in the Twins — the Gods who descended to earth many centuries ago, bringing with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Will and Torment of El Brante.

What to Expect Romance plot with one and only ML (male lead). A defined female character with her own personality and backstory. Murder mystery in a Dark Academia setting. Choices that matter—decide how our heroine interacts with the world and how the story ends. No fail states or bad endings—all routes and endings are canonical and satisfying. Gorgeous 2.5D indoor and outdoor environmen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strix and Scholar.

Step into a dark, story-driven top-down survival horror set in a brutal, Sin City–inspired world. Explore haunting locations such as graveyards, city streets, metro stations, psychiatric hospitals, abandoned mansions, and twisted nightclubs, each filled with danger, atmosphere, and hidden clues. At the center of the case is Klara, a missing girl, and a captive demon that may know what happened … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deceptive Shadows: Final Case.

Black Camelot is a 2D action-adventure currently being developed for the Windows PC. It is a tale set in the early 80' about dark supernatural events unfolding behind the walls of an isolated Nazi castle hidden deep within the inaccessible mountains. Black Camelot can be described as a 2D mix of dark thematics and fast-paced gameplay with the added ability to control multiple characters and experi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Camelot.

We have all played as heroes embarking on grand quests and vanquishing monsters, but have you ever wondered what happens when heroes fall? You are assigned to the Adventurer's Guild as an Investigator. When heroes don't return from quests, you are sent to find out what happened to them, and bring home the Fallen. Let Heroes FightInvestigators are not trained in combat, so you will have to r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen.

DEORUM is a dungeon crawler set in a world where dark fantasy and cosmic horror collide just in time for the grand Divine Festival. Follow the guidance of your mysterious watcher and delve deep into the forsaken labyrinth below. There, fight against deformed horrors and gather even more nightmarish materials. Your task is to craft coins of otherworldly nature. Only in this way will you be able t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEORUM.

WANT MORE VAMPIRE GAMES?Harrowed World is the shared setting and franchise of a growing number of video games and (soon) books. Check out our FREE gothic vampire visual novel, that acts a precursor to this very game. Find 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents' and other Harrowed World games using the 'Check out the entire Harrowed World collection on Steam' link above. Step into a dark and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harrowed World: Portents In Red.

Curilemu is an adventure-horror game that takes place in the mystical landscapes of Chilean Patagonia. You play as a painter stranded on a mysterious island that is plagued by a sickness that is affecting everything alive. Your goal is to uncover the secrets behind the plague and restore the cosmic balance shattered by it. Traverse this puzzling island inspired by Chilean folklore and unveil i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curilemu.

Occult Chambers is a single player narrative game that immerses players in the eerie and mysterious valleys of the Himalayas. The game delves into the darker side of Indian mythology, exploring the horror elements of ancient occult rituals and the fantastical creatures 　 Dhruv has always been sceptical of the mythological stories he grew up listening to. However, when his father suddenly disap… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Occult Chambers.

Abandoned deep in the forest, Gretel & Hansel must use every trick they know to survive the journey home. Along the way, they’ll face devious puzzles, sinister creatures, and an all-seeing, ever-hungry witch. Gretel & Hansel “treats” players to 50+ uniquely animated deaths—some absurd, others chilling. Dying isn’t failure here—it’s part of the fun. In fact, death may reveal … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gretel & Hansel.

The Chalice of Illusion is an immersive tinkering game. Puzzles, enemies, dialogue, visuals, sound and more are all alike governed by a single supernatural order of hexing form sigils. This world will be presented to you with no restrictions, context or introduction. You will be gently nudged out of your confusion by subtle, tasteful, unobtrusive design that pushes you into figuring out the rules … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Chalice of Illusion.

A gothic dating sim.     Welcome to the Madam's Academy, a once-prestigious boarding school for witches, reduced to a echo of its former splendor. With neither heart nor hand left to tend it, many promising young witches have been turned away, and the manor has slipped into quiet disarray. The chandeliers struggle to hold back the shadows, furniture is coated in thick dust, and where magick onc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witches'Butler.

Divine Omen is a narrative-driven, lore-rich, psychological horror fantasy visual novel with investigative point-and-click gameplay. Explore an interactive, lore-rich world where even the most innocuous choices can seal the fates of your companions. The messages in Avan's dreams serve as your guide.  Avan's fortitude wanes each day as the voice grows louder, crueler, impossible to drown. The ni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Divine Omen.

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.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

ProtoDungeon: Episode I is a short, top-down exploration adventure game set in a mysterious abandoned castle. Explore, solve puzzles, and find your way out! You appear in front of a castle, trapped in an unknown realm. Make your way through the castle in front of you to the familiar chapel, which you shudder at even though you can't remember why. Seek the fragments of the chapel seal to unlock it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ProtoDungeon: Episode I.

WelcomeHello! I'm Odd Ember, a solo developer and artist working on my own projects. Summona Realm is my very first project, and there’s still a lot of work ahead. But more than anything, I hope to bring an engaging story that everyone will enjoy.  This story is divided into several parts, beginning with the first chapter, "The Secret Flame". OverviewSummona Realm: The Secret Flame is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Summona Realm: The Secret Flame.

Lost, Confused, and In Too DeepThe Adventures of Badgersaw is a narrative-driven RPG filled with dry British humour, unsettling monsters, and the kind of jolly denial that comes when all hope is lost. After taking a wrong turn, Badgersaw and his companions find themselves trapped inside a vast alien cave. What begins as a simple adventure slowly spirals into something far stranger. Escape is the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Adventures of Badgersaw Chapter 1.

Meet your Maker and Kill Them. Again. That which was Dead refuses to Die. Mortalkind long ago slayed and then threw the Gods out of their thrones to claim them (only to then, by their own kin, be thrown off theirs). Now the heavens lie empty but the Slaughtered Gods -- the original masters of this world -- are slowly being pulled back to their empty thrones. Unless they are stopped, this world is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To Ash and Ember.

“I am willing to give everything to become the protagonist in your story, even if I am the ANTAGONIST in the script.” ✦ About CANDY HOUSE in the Dark FORESTFollow the abandoned siblings to trace the sweet scent leading to a mysterious candy house— Collecting ingredients to "make desserts" and "solving puzzles". Be aware—every step you take may change the course of fate. Fro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CANDY HOUSE in the DARK FOREST.

"Abyss" is a first-person narrative game in which players take on the role of the protagonist, Red, to investigate the abnormal events that occurred at an abandoned facility in the mountains. The protagonist is a team called SCR Special Forces, they are experts in dealing with such incidents, and they are sent to various places to deal with abnormal incidents Red, whose identity and o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abyss深淵.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization

96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

A mysterious laugh echoed from the lake on that restless summer night. One careless step outside the tent — and you find yourself dragged into a dark world of shifting swamps, inhabited by strange creatures and filled with hidden secrets. Soon, a talking Cat convinces you to enter the inhospitable castle rising above the swamp, while the Witch from the gingerbread house teaches you the basics of p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Swamp.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

97% User Score Based on 8,006 reviews

Escape an ancient dark curse in this game full of suspense If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Another Shadow.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

92% User Score Based on 140 reviews

This is an eerie clicker idle game with light puzzles and idle combat. Alice wakes in darkness, trapped in a strange mansion, seeking escape. The Cat God's altar drops gold, Rabbitfolk gather carrots, and dungeon monsters block the way... Can you accompany Alice to the final truth? Game StoryYou open your eyes in the darkness. Your mind is a blur—even your name has been erased. By the faint glow … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alice's Gaze.

Meet NimeaNimea is a curious slime girl born from the hidden waters of the secret cave. Soft-spoken, fluid, and ever-changing, she does not understand the world the way you do. She learns through touch. Through closeness. Through you. Her form is gentle, her presence warm - but there is something deeper beneath the surface. What begins as a strange encounter in the still waters slowly becomes s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slime Girl: Sticky Love.

OURATH: a Place in Peace- A Singleplayer, Multi-Ending, Deck Building Adventure Reality has arrived at its final moment. The sources have fallen out of balance, and as the worlds strain under the weight of heavy ashen rain, existence itself promises to be lost beneath black tides. Be witness to the end of history, enter the rite of power, follow the paths, and live again. Explore t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OURATH: a Place in Peace.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, graphics

80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Game + Soundtrack Bundle available now! All Along The Moss-Clad Copse Taking place near the end of the 15th century in medieval Pomerania, Unterholz invites players to an alternate version of our own reality. Explore the murky corners and abandoned ruins of an isolated enclave in the middle of a dark swamp. Unveil the truth behind the disappearance of its doomed denizens on a psychological journe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unterholz.

What seems like a miracle at first quickly reveals itself to be more of a nightmare, as Long realizes that restless Ghosts have always Surrounded Us—unseen, until now... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Girl In White.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

49 Keys is a narrative-focused game that will test your wits and nerves. Peruse the pages of a Lovecraftian tale, interact with maps and solve the puzzles encountered along the way. Trace your master's footsteps to uncover the deepest secrets of the arcane, on a quest brimming with horror and magic. Embark on a Disturbing Journey Alas, I knew not of the extraordinary, bizarre, and gut-ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 49 Keys.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

100% User Score Based on 861 reviews

MESMALIE is an occult visual novel/point & click adventure where you attempt to tame your Magickal ability under the guidance of a small Witches' coven in the middle of nowhere. Heed Mesmer's aloof teachings, strengthen your Magick, or just go home,,, If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mesmalie.

31%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

50% User Score Based on 12 reviews

The kingdom stands on the brink of ruin. Whispers of doom echo through the streets, yet no one knows the truth. Beneath the castle, in the depths long consigned to oblivion, something stirs. An ancient darkness, thought to be sealed away forever, awakens once more—and you are the only one who can uncover its secrets. In Rune Ark, strategy and storytelling intertwine in a unique fusion of Match-3 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rune Ark.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

74% User Score Based on 115 reviews

Devote yourself to the fullest with the ultimate Deathbound Experience. Become one of the first to face the further horrors of Akratya. This edition includes: Deathbound Full Game: One-of-a-kind party-based soulslike set in a callous world where Faith and Science clash.  Legacies of Zeminal Skin Pack: Two exclusive skins.  ‘Accepted By Death’ DLC - 3+ hours of additional playable content, availab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathbound.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

92% User Score Based on 51 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

Control the strings of fate and embark on a grand adventure with Drev and Nieve. A magical, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer where puppeteering mechanics and a whimsical, theater-inspired world intertwine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Once Upon A Puppet.

Nothorian: The Eternal Conflict between Heaven and Hell At the dawn of creation, when the cosmos was still a blank canvas, two opposing forces emerged: the Gods, guardians of light and life, and the Lords of Hell, personifications of darkness and destruction. For eons, these two factions waged an endless war, a cycle of epic battles that shook the foundations of reality. The Gods, with their div… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nothorian.

"Secrets of the Haunted Mansion" is an immersive interactive adventure game that transports players into the dark and mysterious world of an abandoned and haunted estate. Step into the shoes of an explorer, ready to unearth forgotten secrets and unravel intriguing puzzles. Features Exploration: Traverse through old corridors and antique chambers as you delve into the uncharted corners of the haunt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of the Haunted Mansion.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

82% User Score Based on 66 reviews

Edge of War delivers an isometric, turn-based CRPG where the world reacts to you. All side quests are main quests, as every decision matters and impacts the fate of the Northlands. Explore and complete missions, but keep your heroes on their toes: the wilds do not forgive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edge of War.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

68% User Score Based on 25 reviews

BlueSuburbia is a haunted world where you explore poems through immersive environments. Seek out dark secrets, confront your demons, and delve deeper into a dream that dances between beautiful and terrible. Explore forgotten dreamscapes and open worlds on your quest to find hope. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlueSuburbia.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

55% User Score Based on 22 reviews

What could happen to two lovers who decided for a short break in Venice, Italy? Among all the possible scenarios, being pulled apart and tricked by a demon is certainly not what Daphné and Luca were expecting. Awakened as a pure soul in a twisted world he doesn’t understand, Luca is trapped in the reality of Buer, a demon with ulterior motives. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goetia 2.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

91% User Score Based on 68 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 1 reviews

Welcome to Whateverland, a prison for lost souls, where everyone gets what they truly deserve! This, not so classic, point-n-click will take you on an adventure through the bizarrely beautiful hand-drawn world. And you're the only one who decides what kind of story it's going to be! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whateverland.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

88% User Score Based on 18,509 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 6 reviews

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is an open-world RPG full of complex quests in which your decisions matter and your choices are respected. A vast world full of monsters, fallen heroes, and exciting places to discover. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon.