Games like Ella's Nightmare
Looking for games like Ella's Nightmare? Here are top puzzle recommendations with a thriller focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Tartarus Key, Those Who Remain or Home.
1 View Game83%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsreplayability, grinding96% User Score 318 reviewsCritic Score 70%10 reviewsIn "The Tartarus Key," Alex Young finds herself trapped in a mysterious mansion filled with puzzles, traps, and sinister creatures. To escape and save her fellow captives, she must rely on her wits and solve challenges inspired by classic horror games. The game features three distinct endings and a gripping, mysterious story.
View Game2 View Game61%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospheregameplay, music70% User Score 229 reviewsCritic Score 52%25 reviews"Those Who Remain" is a single-player horror platformer game with an intriguing story and pretty visuals, set in the eerie, darkness-shrouded town of Dormont. Players navigate through two interconnected dimensions, solving puzzles and making morally challenging choices that impact the story. However, the game is reported to be very grinding, buggy, and has a dense atmosphere, which may not appeal to all players.
View Game3 View Game70%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospheregrinding, character development70% User Score 1,736 reviews"Home" is a single-player adventure horror game with an interesting plot and good game mechanics. It takes place in a beautifully designed pixel world, where the game's environment subtly changes to reflect your perspective. As a murder mystery, the game allows you to decide its outcome, creating a unique and masterfully crafted atmosphere.
View Game4 View Game65%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospheremusic, graphics81% User Score 31 reviews《Back》is a full-motion live action horror game. Players will take on the role of the “Ren Xing” and experience a suspenseful and bizarre journey in the game. In the game, the player will explore a huge villa. The villa hides a huge conspiracy, players will face different emergencies to choose different ways to respond, and different ways to respond will determine the final outcome.BackgroundRen Xi…
View Game5 View Game73%Game Brain Scorestory, atmosphereoptimization, music82% User Score 100 reviewsCritic Score 56%5 reviewsStep into the shoes of detective John Morley as he revisits a cold murder case from 20 years ago, guided by Lady Margaret Fordside, a countess seeking the truth behind her daughter's death. Explore atmospheric 1940s settings, uncover hidden clues, and unravel a haunting mystery that challenges the official story. Immerse yourself in a gripping noir investigation filled with dark secrets and forgotten places.
View Game6 View Game72%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospheregrinding, replayability72% User Score 572 reviews"Decay: The Mare" is a single-player horror adventure game with an interesting plot, where players help Sam, an addict stuck in a nightmarish institution, "Reaching Dreams," after a botched treatment. The game boasts good mechanics, a wonderful soundtrack, and a beautiful atmosphere, but requires patience due to lots of grinding. As a tribute to classic horror games like Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Phantasmagoria, it offers a psychological horror experience in 3D, including an exclusive third chapter that concludes Sam's journey.
View Game7 View Game69%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability, grinding68% User Score 510 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviews"Trauma" is a single-player arcade game with high-quality graphics, lasting approximately 2 hours. It tells the story of a car accident survivor exploring her dreams through point-and-click adventure-style gameplay, featuring a gesture-based interface, dynamic levels, and photographic visuals, aiming for a deep, mature experience rather than a challenging puzzle game.
View Game8 View Game42%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding42% User Score 418 reviewsIn Still Life 2, players assume the roles of FBI agent Victoria McPherson and paparazzo journalist Patricia Mahoney. The game is a sequel to Still Life and follows the story of a serial killer known as the "East Coast Torturer." Players will need to solve puzzles and gather evidence to track down the killer and uncover the truth behind the murders. The game features a mix of adventure and puzzle-solving gameplay with a dark and suspenseful storyline.
View Game9 View Game96%Game Brain Scorestory, musicstability, graphics96% User Score 70 reviewsIn "Lost Cartridge: Cold Read," players uncover the mysteries of a forgotten game cartridge filled with unsettling minigames. As they explore, they'll encounter strange characters and hidden secrets, all while trying to piece together the chilling narrative. With its unique blend of nostalgia and horror, this game offers a thrilling experience for adventure and puzzle fans alike.
View Game10 View Game93%Game Brain Scorestory, musicreplayability93% User Score 176 reviewsThe Corruption Within is a psychological thriller first-person point & click adventure game set in the Victorian era, with an emphasis on strong narrative, intriguing characters and puzzle-solving.
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