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An explosion at Guilty River Tabernacle: a beam of light, a surge of heat, a perfect circle blasted from the church’s basement clean through the roof. The only pieces of evidence left behind are scorch marks and an unrecognizable, aged artifact of gold and clouded glass. Inside, a liquid seems to move with purpose—sentience.   In this scenario for Jex Thomas's Bump in the Dark, the hunters will di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Be Not Afraid: a Hunt for Bump in the Dark RPG.

A bizarre incident at the Double Z Diner: a regular customer attacked a server unprovoked, repeating a single, dire warning: the culling is nigh.  Little-known parts of Ontonagon history whisper of another “culling,” long ago. They say it brought discord and bloodshed to Last Pine. They say that when the moon shines red and the herd turns restless, it will be too late; The Culling will already be … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Culling: a Hunt for Bump in the Dark RPG.

It's been three weeks since the first kid went missing. Now there's been about a dozen of them, and a few have shown up dead, their small bodies mutilated almost beyond recognition. The weirdest part is how no one seems to be talking about it. This is the kind of thing that makes national news, and yet … nothing. The cops are evasive and the kids' parents are sequestered away from town. Now there'… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Best Look Away: A Hunt for Bump in the Dark RPG.

Six months ago, you died and were reborn. A vampire. A predator. Not a mere creature of the night, but one of its masters. At least, that’s how things were supposed to be... Unfortunately, it's a new world out there. Vampires have finally been exposed, and although your existence is presently tolerated, your constant thirst for blood is not. You arrived in the one city willing to promise vampir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nighthawks.

The people of Last Pine have been reporting petty crimes—items missing, businesses burst into, and refuse of food and medicine scattered in the wake of the burglaries. Local disorderly teen Ricky Burning, a part-time employee at the hardware store, is widely suspected for the break-ins, including a recent theft and vandalism at the lumberyard, but he has a different story: of objects floating, cre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Shadow of your Former Self.

A young woman has an ominous run in with a black balloon on a stormy night in July of 1995. Startled and concerned, she calls a friend to share the tale her encounter. Frighteningly, that phone call was the last time anyone has heard from her. The Black Balloon is a hunt for the Bump in the Dark RPG by Jex Thomas. The pamphlet format seemed to be the perfect length for a hunt complete with the hoo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Black Balloon: A Hunt for Bump in the Dark RPG.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

89% User Score Based on 57 reviews

"Abtos Covert man, I'm tellin' you. Easiest post there is, just a few nights and you're off the hook. Only the outpost, a small shrine and the rest of the forest can be seen...What did you say? Strange shadows? Weird sounds? Paranormal activities? Those are just legends, bedtime stories man! There's no way there is stuff like that out there!"Abtos Covert is a survival horror game in which you play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abtos Covert.

"Killer Apartment" Synopsis Joyna, Ross, and Ivan are college classmates who agree to explore an abandoned apartment in the jungle. After entering the complex and derelict apartment, Joyna and Ivan go missing, leaving only Ross behind. You will play as Ross, a survivor who wakes up in an abandoned apartment deep in the jungle. Your college friends Joyna and Ivan have mysteriously dis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abnormal1999:Apartment of Death.

Descend into "The Writhing Depths", a humid, bioluminescent cave network torn open by earthquakes, where miners vanished and two apex threats stalk the dark: the Chthonic Maw and the Urdrum Swarm. Save survivors, harvest strange treasures, and decide whether greed is worth the glow. Interactive, system-neutral RPG adventure that works in any world & any character level. Click-to-reveal informati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Writhing Depths.

The Seven EnchantmentsThe Seven Enchantments is a first-person psychological horror game set in the village of Pradonin, a forgotten place deep in 1800s Eastern Europe where religion, folklore, and sin intertwine. You are Józef, a fraudulent exorcist sent to help, only to realize something real and terrifying awaits. What begins as a simple con spirals into a psychological descent as you uncover t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Seven Enchantments.

Black Pine: Incident Response is a multiplayer horror survival game set in the aftermath of intense solar flares that have wreaked havoc across the Appalachian Mountains. Your team has been dispatched to restore critical infrastructure that supports the local region. But as you take on perilous repairs—fixing power grids, unstable radar towers, and vital water systems—strange and unknown forces be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Pine: Incident Response.

About This Game: Journey to Lammana, through the historic 'found footage' of William H Boston. Explore the cursed island off Cornwall's coast. The Looe Island Mystery awaits as you retrace the steps of Boston, a young man who disappeared on a unexplained quest, in 1924. Lammana is a period 'Found Footage' themed mystery, presented in a classic 'point and click' adventure game style. Interact with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lammana: The Looe Island Mystery.

What you get: A Nightmare Beneath the Surface – A remote island, a hidden underground research facility, and horrors that should have never been awakened. Experience an intense 3-4 hour horror journey. Nowhere is Safe – Something is hunting you—multiple entities lurk in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. A Dark and Twisted Mystery – You came here searching for your brothe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mumble Pines: The Arrival.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

65% User Score Based on 31 reviews

By 2060, Earth will be uninhabitable. The discovery of a 9th planet – Persephone – at the edge of the solar system, is humanity's best hope. The European Space Agency is dispatching the Hope-01 scientific mission, consisting of 2 of their accomplished astronauts, Ariane and Thomas. Their mission: to survey the planet and determine whether humanity can prosper anew here. Your adventure begins i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aphelion.

Add to your wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2712720/Depths_of_Darkness/ With a government assignment, you are sent as a four-person team to investigate a state nuclear weapons depot where communication has been lost. You enter the tunnel where the nuclear depot is located through the depths of the forest. However, you find that the tunnel is occupied by predatory animals an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Depths of Darkness.

HUGE UPDATE! WE ARE SOLD OUT OF THE PRINT RUN! AND SO FAR HAVE RASIED $532!!! WELL DONE Y'ALL!!!This Project has been a group effort from many of the amazing folks in the Mausritter community. This zine would be impossible if it was not for you all! Thank you so much for your contributions and hopefully together we can help bring help and love to those who are struggling. cover artwork and some in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mayfield - a Mausritter Campaign Setting.

Monster-hunting, Forged in the Dark It's 1994 in the region of the fictional Ontonagon Peninsula known as "Iron Country," a belt of mining towns barely clinging to life. These towns are surrounded on all sides by the Sylvan Wilds, a forest known for old-growth pines and strange happenings. All of Iron Country seems to be teeming with the supernatural, a fact those in power would like to conceal. Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bump in the Dark.

In Nightwatch at the Hopkins' Cliffside, you are sent as a member of the Committee for Handling Illogical Phenomena (CHIP), tasked with observing and investigating reality-defying anomalies at the remote cliff. Armed only with a strange Tetrahedron artifact and a flashlight, your task is to endure one night while identifying disturbances. However, as the clock ticks, the anomalies become more freq… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightwatch at the Hopkins' Cliffside.

[Demo Version] Father, Son and Holy Guns is a fast-paced roguelite multiplayer game set in a bizarre world where faith fuels firepower and every run tests your sanity! *Some in-game features may differ from the full game. When our gods hear no prayer, only bullets are the answer. Join the crusade against aliens as one of the Gunsaders of the Church. Team up with friends online and embark o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Father, Son & Holy Guns.

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.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Take the role of protagonist Yuuki Kae as she investigates the mysterious and terrifying events happening in her new apartment building. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neighbor.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

91% User Score Based on 44 reviews

Vincent's epic adventure awaits you! In Map Of Materials, you'll find him stranded on a mysterious island, where he'll use all his skills and knowledge to escape and return to his old life. Will he make it out alive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Map Of Materials.

35%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere

50% User Score Based on 20 reviews

UFOBIA is a first-person action horror adventure where police officers are called in to investigate an ongoing kidnapping in a abandoned mine.Features Survive in the fight against beings from another planet. Explore the woods, villages and an abandoned mine for clues. Solve puzzles and find specific items to advance the investigation.Everything is better with friends! Invite your friends to help… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UFOBIA.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, graphics

93% User Score Based on 65 reviews

7 years ago, your best friend Leo Williams mysteriously disappeared, and no one had the slightest clue where he went. Seven years after this incident, Leo was declared dead since no one could find him. And now you are in possession of his belongings. But something about his stuff seems off... Something says he's still out there. And many more too. Broken Through is a full length psychologica… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Through.

DescriptionThe forest village of Maevor has gone completely silent. No lights, no voices, not even the sound of footsteps. The locals have vanished, swallowed by a presence that watches from the treetops. As the lone hunter sent to investigate, you enter the cursed woods to uncover what happened and confront the harpy‑vampire demon that now rules the night. In Maevor, sound is everything, and eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MAEVOR.

Chapter 1 - Unsureness Of Answers Overview: Step into the shoes of Daniel, a paranormal investigator with the rare ability to witness the final moments of lost souls. When a brutal family massacre in a small Ohio town defies all logic, Daniel is called in to uncover the truth. What begins as a routine investigation soon spirals into a nightmarish journey filled with eerie apparitions, cryptic me… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destined Notes : The Written Fate.

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.

WARNING: The game's content includes sudden loud noises, flashing lights, violent elements, and bloody scenes that may disturb some players. These elements are left to the player's discretion, and caution is advised during the experience. About the Game: Isaac has a detective career full of failures. To make ends meet and pay his bills, he accepts small and insignificant cases. One day, he re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Who is Paul.

Dante Jones is a college freshman with a bright future ahead. He’s a rising football star with a full athletic scholarship, decent grades, and a slew of fellow students vying for his friendship… but when Dante injures himself jumping from the balcony of a frat house, the experimental treatment he undergoes at the college clinic is anything but ordinary. Something visits him in the night… something… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remnants of Dawn.

A Modern D6++ Adventure of Secrets, Science, and Subterfuge Step into a world of hidden agendas and buried truths in Whistleblowers, a modern-day D6++ adventure that emphasizes political intrigue, scientific discovery, and high-stakes investigation. The characters aren’t soldiers or mercenaries—they’re researchers, journalists, and operatives caught in the crosshairs of a conspiracy that str… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whistleblowers.

Game Overview Wolfstone Pine is a first-person horror experience set in a remote national park where daylight exploration and nighttime terror cross paths. By day you'll need to search the abandoned trails, cabins and locations to uncover supplies in an attempt to escape the strange location. But when the sun sets, the forest become a hunting ground, for the darkness. Balance exploration and env… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolfstone Pine.

Nestled on the Salish Sea, the cozy island of Blacktail Harbor is set to host a week-long wedding party, with you in attendance. Not everything on this trip is cause for celebration, however... Fifteen years ago this town was the center of a spree of grisly murders that devastated the entire community. Everyone else has seemingly moved on-after all, the killer is dead and buried. They believe the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Return to Blacktail Harbor.

WISHLIST & JOIN US ON DISCORD About the GameStep into the gritty world of Beautiful Light, an intense PvPvP extraction shooter developed by an independent studio, Deep Worlds. Grow as a member of the Quick Reaction Force or invade other players' raids as a monstrous anomaly. With stunning visuals, Beautiful Light puts a strong emphasis on immersion, horror, and tactical gameplay. The game is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beautiful Light.

Thomas takes a job as a night guard, and his job seems simple: check that everything is in order. But his shift turns into an ordeal when he has to spend the night in an eerie, cold and narrow cave. The oppressive atmosphere, strange sounds and the feeling that someone is watching you. Each step in the darkness brings him closer to unraveling the mysteries that the cave hides. Gameplay In the ro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to somnus.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

57% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Isla de la Muerte is a survival game where you must stay alive on a dangerous island overrun by zombies. - Survive the island: Manage hunger, thirst, and health while looting houses for supplies. - Explore & stay alert: Search the forest and river, but beware—zombies lurk near buildings and attack on sight. - Build & shelter: Construct your own base to stay safe from the und… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isla de la Muerte.

You find yourself trapped in an eerie and seemingly abandoned metro station. There are no people in sight, yet an unsettling feeling of someone—or something—lurking in the shadows never leaves you. Your objective is simple yet daunting: escape the metro. However, every time you step through the exit, you find yourself back at the beginning, caught in a mysterious and never-ending loop. As you e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metrophobia.

17%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

33% User Score Based on 3 reviews

Story:Mila Ristevski is an experienced journalist who has been investigating disappearances in the city for many years. Recently, she managed to find an important clue that led her to the old estate. She decides to reveal the secrets of this house, but on the way to the truth, Mila will face real evil. An old house is full of dark secrets, and every corner can hide danger or valuable information.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death From The Darkness.

Background IntroductionThis is not a simple espionage text-based puzzle game. Here, you will-- Witness the turbulent whirlpool of espionage from an outsider's perspective. Search for clues in the piles of documents, capturing echoes of history. Navigate between the two isolated cities of Chongqing and Shanghai using the map, recreating the story scenes. Delve into intricate and complex relationsh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Insects Awaken Prologue.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

"Whisper of the Curse", This thrilling horror game can be played solo or with a group of up to four people. The game revolves around the members of a cult dedicated to banishing all forms of curses and cursed entities from the face of the Earth since ancient times. Your team has been tasked with breaking the curse and expelling the demonic presence. In the game, you will feel the tensio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whisper Of The Curse.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

Critic Score 67%Based on 18 reviews

The famed writer Sebastian P. Husher has gone missing, along with his entire family. Worried, his editor sent an assistant to his house in order to look for him – but he never came back... These disappearances spark a set of events that will soon reveal something dreadful: a nameless, dark entity known only as The Presence seems to be responsible. Song of Horror offers a truly dynamic terror ex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Song of Horror Complete.

Somnium Tenebris is a 5-player, investigative horror game set in a Lovecraftian world. Explore the depths of the ocean with your team as you uncover evidence in your efforts to identify the megalithic creature lurking there. Try not to attract too much attention while you do so... Submarine: Your submarine is equipped with advanced technology to detect all forms of evidence in the deep dark of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Somnium Tenebris.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, character development

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Fairy Deer is a kinetic thriller visual novel. Make your way deep into the terrifying Forest in search of the sole pathway to happiness—the mythical Fairy Deer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fairy Deer.

Game InformationEchoes of Nocturnal Chords is the second full-length horror puzzle RPG created by the author of Feather Of Praying. The game continues the world view of the previous work, focusing on atmospheric immersion and narrative experience, making it suitable for players who enjoy immersive stories and light puzzles. About the Game When all darkness fades away When the torn pages guid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 夜弦之音 - Echoes of Nocturnal Chords.

                  You open your eyes, and find the whole world broken;the past you knew washed away in blood and fire,and the world all but consumed by the Sins of our Fathers.The Song of the Mother denies the dead their rest,and they howl for the communion of all flesh; the end of mankind.Slavers scour the wastelands looking for the unfortunate and unwanted,wars of faith consume what remains of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SINS - The RPG - PDF.

Super and extra-natural phenomena around the world are officially disavowed. In the United States, these phenomena are unofficially investigated by an elite squad of agents known as the Federal Disaster Organic Response Agency, FEDORA. These are their stories… This two punch, two game pack based in the Outbreak Universe, explore the before and after of the Outbreak with new eyes. FEDORA Files: W… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outbreak The Fedora Files What Lydia Knows.

"In the beginning, there was meat. A decaying chunk of flesh from a dying god, hurtling through the void of space, thousands of miles wide. A million eyes, a billion hands grasping for purchase against nothingness itself.  This is where we live. We Meatworlders are resourceful people. While your world was rich in metals, ours was not. We were given flesh, and so flesh we used. We became skilled i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Extreme Meatpunks Forever: The Roleplaying Game.

The Bornless is an FPS action shooter packed with a variety of gameplay modes. Dive into last-man-standing co-op gameplay or try the thrilling demon versus disciple mode, all within a terror-filled world. Players pair up and form teams, conjure demons to aid in combat, and utilize strategic planning and resource management to survive. Whether you choose an aggressive playstyle or prefer a more cau… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bornless.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere

75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Jinmenken: A Terrifying Night Walk Game Overview“CowaCowa: Jinmenken” is a 3D horror adventure inspired by Japanese urban legends. Explore a hand-drawn 2.5D world from a first-person perspective as you uncover the mysteries of eerie phenomena. ‍ What is the Jinmenken?The Jinmenken(Human-Faced Dog) is a Japanese urban legend about a dog with a human face. While its body resembles a typical dog, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CowaCowa: Jinmenken.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay

75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

"8AM: The Office" is a suspense game set in a deserted office at night. Observe workers through security cameras and decide if their odd behaviors stem from fatigue or something sinister, aiming to survive until 8:00 a.m. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8AM: The Office.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

96% User Score Based on 25 reviews

Upstairs is a short point-and-click game with a verb-based interface and dialogue choices, inspired by all those classic adventures you’re thinking of right now. You’ve been trapped for years. Now you finally have a chance to escape. Find your way through a strange building full of unsettling people, dark humor, and strange mysteries. Every floor brings you closer to freedom… or deeper into an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Upstairs.