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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 turn-based dark fantasy RPG focused on overland exploration, survival, and hard choices. You cross a procedurally generated world, one hex at a time, committing to each step as the land, the weather, and your dwindling supplies push back. Terrain slows or strains you. Time passes. Hunger sets in. Random encounters—combat and non-combat—can reward you, wound you, or end the run outri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HEXCRAWL.

Visual Novel, Adv, Romance, otome Maria's plans for the future are completely ruined, as her parents unexpectedly marry her off. But an unwanted marriage is not the worst thing that awaits Maria, and her own life is at risk.Features three love interests; one friendship rut; the MC's name can be changed; interactive map of the estate. Maria's fiancé. Because of an unknown illness, he had h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bride Of Darkness.

It's a visual novel/interactive book about a man known by the name of Morar, set in a world full of mystery, in an ancient magical land of Talamhur. The game is framed as a published account of Morar's life and adventures, made by an enigmatic author. Deep and fleshed-out world of dark fantasy inspired by Celtic myths, works of H.P. Lovecraft and European history. The gods of Talamhur are dead… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Gods Realm: Morar.

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.

You wake up in a dark room. It's only you, your oppressor, and an infernal coining press. The gate behind you looks like a way out, but your freedom will come at a price. DEORUM is an active incremental game with a horror lovecraftian theme and narrative. Gather materials Swing your pickaxe at shining ores, living flesh, and otherwordly artifacts. Merge materials to acquire even more powerful… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEORUM.

"But how can I find God when I am so far from him?" Knight, Death and the Devil - Tells the tragic fate of a knight. A dark journey full of trials and battles awaits you. Every decision you make will have consequences and will affect the plot and the ending. You will have to cheat death itself to survive until dawn. FEATURES Unique visual style Ability to influence the stor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight, Death and the Devil.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Swamp.

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.

The story takes place in the year 2997. You play as Apranik. Your mission is to travel to the planet Thulcandra in search of a crucial item: the Angel’s Egg, a very ancient artifact believed to be the source of all life in the Universe. You journey through the claustrophobic corridors of a massive underground complex filled with the remnants of technological and biological horrors created by a no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Planet - Elegy of a Dying World.

"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. Key Features: Exploration: Traverse through old corridors and antique chambers as you delve into the uncha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of the Haunted Mansion.

"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.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Can you and your magic sword save the kingdom from death herself? Infiltrate a tower full of skeletons, decipher its secrets, and escape with your team! Undying Fortress is an interactive dark epic fantasy novel by Yeonsoo Julian Kim, author of The Fog Knows Your Name, where your choices control the story. It's entirely text-based, 500,000 words and hundreds of choices, without graphics or sound … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undying Fortress.

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.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 14 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.

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.

A retro-style Action RPG in a dark bio-horror environment, both sci-fi and fantasy motives. You are always alone and they are always many. Fight surreal creatures, get experience, explore and gather upgrades - get stronger before the next big Boss fight, learn the truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bioysque.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 1,311 reviews

Cabernet is a 2D narrative RPG set in a 19th century Eastern European inspired world, with a modern twist. Guide Liza, a young vampire in her new unlife among the unsuspecting townsfolk. Will you retain your humanity or descend further into the horror you have become? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cabernet.

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.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Sons of Saturn is an adventure game focused on atmosphere and narrative, brought to life using photos of real life abandoned locations as assets. Experience both wonder and horror as you explore the underground city of Minerva, where the dead dream and memories cling to life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sons of Saturn.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Dungeon Legends 2: Tale of Light and ShadowDungeon Legends 2: Tale of Light and Shadow is a dungeon crawler RPG that draws inspiration from classic games, seamlessly blending the nostalgia of yesteryear with modern graphics and sound. As your city faces the onslaught of an army of chaos, your only recourse lies in exploring the mysterious dungeons of the long-abandoned Drakensberg Castle in search… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Legends 2 : Tale of Light and Shadow.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

94% User Score Based on 578 reviews

PLEASE NOTE: This is the "old" version of Dinner with an Owl. Soon, there will be an enhanced version, featuring: full professional voice acting and a new, eerie soundtrack! It will be FREE!... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dinner with an Owl.

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.

Help Bianca to relive the 15 years of her life, but from another perspective ️. Enjoy this dreamcore style visual novel with escape room elements and hints of horror. Unlock different endings. ✨ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BBirthday.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

80% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Will you save the world, or offer it up to the Great Old Ones? October Night Games is a digital board game where everyone is a cultist working for one of two different sides. Scour the town for cursed ingredients and make deals with inscrutable entities in preparation for a reckoning on Halloween. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to October Night Games.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 1,450 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

A fusion of card-based RPGs and Adventure games, “Black Book” is a haunting tale of a young sorceress, who gave her life to serve the dark forces. Dive into the cold, yet alluring world of folk tales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Book.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

A short story-driven game about two inquisitors, Arun and Quila, investigating a murder. During the game you'll control both, each having their own set of skills you'll need to solve the mystery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcanbreak.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, optimization

96% User Score Based on 45 reviews

Birmingham, England: 1993. A shocking ritual murder compels a world-weary forensic investigator to discover a hidden realm of witchcraft, gods and demons. Follow clues and use magic to solve the case, with moral choices leading to multiple possible endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Sceptic's Guide to Magic.

Below the Last Door is a solo, card-driven dungeon survival game with legacy progression inspired by The Wretched by Chris Bissette and borrowing heavily from the Wretched and Alone SRD. You explore a dungeon while attempting to defeat The Monster to escape.  Most runs end in loss, but knowledge gained persists between runs, through your adventurer’s journal. Through the discoveries of multiple ge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Below The Last Door.

In Unbelievers, time is broken—and so is the world you know. Set in 1986, you play as Rick, a hardened survivor who stumbles upon a mysterious box linked to the year 1919. When the box is opened, it tears a rift in time, dragging you into a decaying alternate past where reality is twisted, and nightmarish creatures rule the shadows. Armed with era-specific firearms and sheer determination, Rick … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unbelievers.

You play as Runa, a member of the Knights of Selver, in search of her missing comrades who did not return from their latest mission, following a call for aid from the famous Everley University of Magic. Upon arrival chaos tears your troops apart and leaves you all alone lost on the university grounds. Explore, fight, recruit and survive, while you search for those lost that still might be saveable… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stray Magic.

DISCLAIMER:This game does not play fair. The challenges are difficult, and chance is part of completion. So if you agreed to play, you accept its terms. Welcome to Mondamone!Six great houses gather for a lavish celebration in a sprawling manor. Old grudges surface, alliances shift, conversations linger a second too long. Imperfect Smile is the perfect weekend game, if you like to find yoursel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperfect Smile.

● 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.

In the eerie town of Ashfort, a well-respected exorcist named Salazar embarked on a daunting task assigned by the Aureate Order. However, his zeal was met with a grim fate as his exorcism ritual turned disastrous, forcing him to make a desperate escape.Alas, Salazar's valiant attempt to flee the scene proved futile, and he perished within the very house he sought to purify. Unbeknown to senior exo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sinistrium.

Hollow Ascent is a third-person action RPG set in a dark fantasy city overrun by the undead. Trapped within its gothic urban scenery, you must scavenge, fight to survive, and uncover fragments of a forgotten past. Death is never the end — death binds you to the city, and escape may be the only way to save yourself Key Features Action RPG – Engage in challenging third-person battles with weapons,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Ascent.

SEE THE FUTURE — FIND THE CLUES — SOLVE THE MURDER You are the Seer. Through your visions, you see the past and future. But do you have the wits to untangle the truth?   Descend into an underworld of red‑glowing seas, pitch‑black caverns, and grand elven cities. Follow a trail of ancient artifacts, dark rituals, and the plots of cunning elves to find the truth.  HOW TO PLAYEach case sends you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crimson Seer.

This game offers a single-player adventure enriched with old-school RPG elements. The player takes control of a virtuous character who falls into a hell he does not belong to. Hell consists of various layers, each presenting challenging boss battles while offering a balanced combat system featuring both magic and physical attacks. In the terrifying atmosphere of hell, the player must fight to surv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell and Back.

Face the end of the world with tired bones and a sharp tongue in The Old One, a narrative-driven action adventure about a worn-out wizard, an unraveling reality, and the strange powers we trade to keep going. From solo developer Creative Waste Studio. A short, focused single-player journey through collapsing cities, haunted ruins, and broken dimensions. A fast-paced combat and traversal syst… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Old One.