Games like Inward Eye

You're a janitor on your first day back at work after a traumatic incident, what awaits you on these floors?  Welcome to an elevator ride into the depths of the mind... CONTENT WARNING! This game handles sensitive subjects, contains gore, sudden loud sounds and flashing lights. If you are not in a good mental headspace we recommend you to not play this game at this time. - There is gamepl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LevelHeaded.

Haunted House — Text-Based Psychological Horror Game Game Overview **Haunted House** is a short, text-based psychological horror game focused on atmosphere, memory, and player choice rather than combat or gore. The game unfolds entirely through descriptive text and branching decisions, allowing players to piece together what happened inside a house that refuses to stay silent. The horror is sub… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The House That Whispers Back.

48%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

68% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Magic and science. Past and future. But what of the present? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snapshot.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

84% User Score Based on 880 reviews

You've only precious moments before time collapses onto itself to save your family. Warp, jump and rewind through time and space - and pray that whatever lives between it doesn't notice you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reminiscence.

The sound of a pickup truck starting. A hammering headache. And this locked room. What happened to Cathy? Cathy And The Others offers a narrative experience where the player must escape a strange house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cathy And The Others.

This is an indie game inspired from the developer's childhood. In the game, you will experience lonely flying, fierce battle, nervous parkour, as well as various kinds of puzzles… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do You See the Waving Cape.

Game Summary Passage of Grief is a first-person narrative-driven exploration game that immerses players in a surreal journey through the mind of Henry as he navigates a series of liminal spaces. Inspired by "PT" and "Amnesia," this game features randomized, infinite looping environments and physics-based interactions, creating an unsettling and immersive experience. Story After experiencing a p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Passage of Grief.

Game Summary Passage of Grief is a first-person narrative-driven exploration game that immerses players in a surreal journey through the mind of Henry as he navigates a series of liminal spaces. Inspired by "PT" and "Amnesia," this game features randomized, infinite looping environments and physics-based interactions, creating an unsettling and immersive experience. Story After experiencing a p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Passage of Grief.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

88% User Score Based on 34 reviews

This horror game offers a unique and unforgettable experience, taking you on a journey into the heart of madness and terror. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Devil's Face.

Help Homer to write The Odyssey! Collect customizable cards and assemble them into your own unique story. Every playthrough produces a different epic poem. What will your odyssey look like? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Young Homer: A Storyteller's Odyssey.

The Second You are not alone in the basement. You are The Second — an imaginary friend, created to help a kidnapped boy survive the night and escape from the darkness below. The Second is a short first-person psychological horror experience, inspired by retro 3D games and classic Doom-style raycasting. A young boy has been kidnapped and trapped in a basement late at night. He is vuln… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Second.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Vanildo's Journey is a playful adventure game, focused on humorous characters, comic events and exploration elements with touches of suspense and mystery. The game tells a story full of twists, unique and charismatic characters, secrets hidden by the map and a simple and intuitive turn-based combat. In addition to offering a casual and pleasant environment, RPG brings a rewarding game style … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanildo's Journey.

Hidden Tails is a cozy hidden object game where every squeak tells a story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Tails.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

78% User Score Based on 37 reviews

"Tavern in the Woods" is a single-player, first-person, story-driven mystery. You take on the role of a weary traveler, and your journey has led you down an unfamiliar path through sparse and lonely countryside—a forgotten wilderness. At last, you arrive at an ancient tavern, nestled deep within the encroaching woods. Your heart weighs heavy with doubt—will there be room for you to rest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tavern In the Woods.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

96% User Score Based on 175 reviews

A short narrative-driven horror game made in RPGmaker featuring hand-drawn graphics and animated cutscenes. Players navigate the house and its backyard, interacting with the environment and collecting key items to progress the story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BIRDHOUSE.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

91% User Score Based on 53 reviews

Light In The Dark is a short story about a girl who lives with her abusive mother. The girl finds out some dark secrets about her mother, and she has to find a way to escape the house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light in the dark.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,220 reviews

A mute little thing with borrowed magic. A house that murmurs back. Ask wrong, and you might wake something that remembers your name. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

99% User Score Based on 67 reviews

You just moved to HEDGEHOG HILLS, a small village full of ADORABLE CUTE ANIMAL CHARACTERS!  You get your own HOUSE, and can visit the many places in this PEACEFUL area! There you meet STORM THE SWAN, a ZANY and WACKY character who is always SCARED of something.  STORM says there's a MONSTER in the WOODS, but surely, they're only imagining things! Enjoy this CUTE and EDUCATIONAL 8-bit adventure o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storm the Swan - And the Power of FRIENDSHIP and IMAGINATION.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

98% User Score Based on 47 reviews

A short, emotional visual novel following a grieving man who relives memories of days long gone. An exploration of loss presented honestly and kinetically. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Painting.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

93% User Score Based on 195 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 11 reviews

Capture photos and step back in time to experience the moments held within them in The Star Named EOS. Solve a variety of puzzles to help a young photographer uncover the truth about his mother’s disappearance and rediscover the beauty that is to be found in the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Star Named EOS.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

100% User Score Based on 41 reviews

One of them is visiting a friend in Chicago. The other wants to shake things up in New York City. It starts in San Francisco, but where this relationship goes is all up to you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Three Days to Chicago.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

79% User Score Based on 29 reviews

Carry Onward is a narrative gameplay short that follows a grieving man as he packs up his home. Immerse yourself in his thoughts and emotions by interacting with items, which shape his internal state. Experience the transformative power of memories and the hope that arises from embracing change. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carry Onward.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

98% User Score Based on 426 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

The family was ready to visit the amusement park, but plans are cancelled due to weather. This is a story about an ordinary family spending time at home during the rain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainy Season.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 166 reviews

Stillwater is a visual novel with 7,000 words & two endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stillwater.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

82% User Score Based on 55 reviews

On her way to cover the biggest story of her career, Brea Tena fumbles her way into a dark mysterious town called Ash Pines, the birthplace of the tragic events that took place in Just Ignore Them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Ignore Them: Brea's Story Tape 1.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 18,415 reviews

What Remains of Edith Finch is a collection of short stories about a cursed family in Washington State. Each story offers a chance to experience the life of a different family member with stories ranging from the early 1900s to the present day. The gameplay and tone of the stories are as varied as the family members themselves. The only constants are that each is played from a first-person perspe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What Remains of Edith Finch.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 64 reviews

What will you do when your slumber party takes a nightmarish twist? Decide your fate in this horror narrative game inspired by the works of Junji Ito. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grotesque Beauty.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

76% User Score Based on 33 reviews

She was created for one purpose: to make sure everyone in the world enjoys Halloween. At all costs. A short, fully-voiced horror visual novel exploring instrumental convergence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PROJECT: Halloween.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

RAIN;CHECK tells a short story set in a small, remote town about a girl just trying to get by in the middle of a rainy, tumultuous night. On this special occasion, an unexpected storm of events brews ever closer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAIN;CHECK.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

84% User Score Based on 19 reviews

"The house seemed empty. Now the only goal is to get out alive." Story: The protagonist came for easy loot — but found a silence that seems to watch his every step. Each room holds someone else’s pain, forgotten toys, and letters no one was meant to read… Average playtime: 30–40 minutes. Key Features: Atmospheric Christmas-themed horror. Realistic graphics. An emotional, engag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Gift.

Mankind’s Last Card is a short psychological horror game made in 7 days for Scream Jam 2025. HISTORY  In the year 2030, humanity has been transported into a strange new world where every person must fight 1v1 until only one remains. You’ll face nine opponents. But with each round, the truth behind this cruel experiment begins to unfold. Are you fighting for survival… or for someone’s enter… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mankind’s Last Card — The final Selection game.

CHHAYA – A Haunting Story of Music, Loss, and Truth A narrative-driven horror mystery about a girl who dreamed of music but was trapped by expectations — and the friend who returns to uncover the truth. “Every room tells a piece of her story.” CHHAYA is a first-person horror mystery where you explore an abandoned home to uncover the tragic past of Chhaya, a gifted pianist who disappeared… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHHAYA-A SHADOW.

Princess Ursula is a short and funny hand drawn adventure game with a folk tale theme. Through the game, the player will impersonate three different characters that each have an important role in the story's progression. The Princess is looking for a husband but suitors do not abound. It is even said that many fear her. Who is this mysterious princess and will she be able to get married? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Princess Ursula.

Play as Kipp as he wastes away the hours after school, waiting to go home… fill up the time, drawing, sticking and wandering around in Kipp’s wondrous imagination! In this narrative experience, take your time to reminisce and reflect through the innocent eyes of a child. We wanted to create an experience of what it's like when you're just a child who longs to go home. For players with similar memo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time to Go Home.

Teaser       Our protagonist is TEDDY GAINZ-- a brown feather chicken with swole human arms, who's terrified of bugs! They had to swim to the island of insects after finding out their mom had been kidnapped for what the bugs call their “harvest festival”, but it truly is a festival of absolute horrors for our bug-terrified Teddy. Only YOU can help Teddy overcome their fears, save their mom, save t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to V2 - Teddy Gainz and Horror of Insect Island.

Description Our Shadows tells the story of a man facing the shame and grief of his past as he explores a house littered with memories. Will he find peace and make a cozy space for himself, or will he descend further into despair? The Team Pentacule Games is: Aaron Panagos - environment artEdward Lu - tech art, engineeringJeremiah Johnson - narrative design, music, sound designMichelle Juett - 2D a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Our Shadows.

The game "GRIMSIDE" - Open World, Story driven psychological horror from the Third Person Perspective. The soundtrack immerses you in the madness that the main character could experience WARNING: Epileptic seizures associated with increased sensitivity to light are Possible. Some people may experience seizures when exposed to flashes of light and flashing images that appear in a video game. People… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GRIMSIDE.

Lose yourself in an immersive story, as you follow a man coming to terms with terminal cancer. Explore a surreal world from a first-person perspective. Revisit both new and old memories and follow along as he discovers The Secrets of Hope. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Secrets Of Hope.

Drifter is an immersive, dialogue-driven first person experience with psychedelically dazzling lo-fi environments and effects. Interact via branching dialogue and explore surreal environments in this compacted, narrative-led adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drifter.

A submission for "Brackeys Game Jam 2022.1" made with Bitsy Content Warning: Occasional moments of cosmic/cryptid related horror Controls: WASD or Arrow Keys Pitch: You're Reginald, a fancy cat with a tendency for going where he shouldn't in the famous Ishskwaday State Park, in Little Rock, Michigan. Everytime it storms you sneak out past Mama, to head into the woods, past the RV park, Bee Exhib… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ishskwaday State Park.

About the Game: I created this game during my HND year for a Game Jam. It’s now part of my portfolio, showing my game development journey from my first year to now. Enjoy! Leaving Things Behind: Inspired by classic films like Shawshank Redemption and Escape from Alcatraz, this game tells the story of Joe, a man wrongfully imprisoned for 20 years who devises a plan to escape. As the player, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leaving things behind.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Suggestion Of How to Play This:As the designer behind this, I suggest playing this alone where you can take your time and experience this. I'm hoping this adds a bit of positivity and brightness into your life. This is intended for "First Person Shooter" players who use WASD controls... kind of... you'll see. --------------------------------------------------------------- Control… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forwards.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Where the Snow Settles is a game about loss, growth, and the supernatural. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Where the Snow Settles.

OMEGA: The Beginning is a three-part graphic adventure about enduring friendship and teenage bullying. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omega: The Beginning.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

47% User Score Based on 15 reviews

New update. - Spanish translation system. - New events. - New sounds. - A reference point on the screen to better access objects. (Only visible when you are near them). - More detailed objectives. - Environment improvements. - More detailed story progress. - Some minor bugs fixed. Important Note: This game focuses on exploration and gradually creates tension to offer a deeper experience. The sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ritual.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

92% User Score Based on 84 reviews

The first revenge-themed game focusing on the theme of anti-bullying in schools, its storyline spans 10 years. With nearly 500 minutes of gameplay, over 100 branching storylines, and 42 endings, we've painted a cruel and dark picture of school life. In the game, every choice can lead you to drastically different truths and consequences—reversals upon reversals. You think you're close to the truth,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evil School.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Once a family home, now stands silent. The past still whispers through every room. You are looking for inspiration for a film, but you will find much more than just a story. Whether the lights are on or off... it doesn't matter. Olivia will find you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Olivia.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

Tea for Sana is a game about observing your surroundings and interpreting narrative clues to solve the mysteries of the mountain. You play as Vesna, a healer who is losing her memory. You'll need to remember your recipes, cook for people in distress, and explore old ruins to heal yourself and ascend to the role of a spirit healer. Help SanaSana, an old friend, is hiding her eyes. To find out wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tea for Sana.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

97% User Score Based on 63 reviews

RAVENOUS is a first-person narrative psychological horror game, where you play as Louis, a child trapped in the depths of a basement designed by a monster who seems to know everything about you. You are alone. Trapped. And your little sister is waiting for you somewhere in the darkness. Discover the cursed history of the White family through oppressive environments and solve puzzles to survive. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAVENOUS.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

75% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Ramona is a first-person psychological horror set in the 1970s. Use a camera to reveal the invisible, follow Ramona’s rules, and explore rooms filled with puzzles and disturbing memories in a house haunted by secrets and remorse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ramona.