Games like It Came from the Desert
Looking for games like It Came from the Desert? Here are top action adventure recommendations with a horror, thriller and science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Observation, DayOff: Moonriver incident or Circus Interstellar.
1 View Game80%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability79% User Score 2,679 reviewsCritic Score 83%7 reviewsObservation is a sci-fi thriller uncovering what happened to Dr. Emma Fisher, and the crew of her mission, through the lens of the station’s artificial intelligence S.A.M.
View Game2 View Game50%Game Brain Score50% User Score 1 reviewsMoonriver used to be a quiet town. Now, it's anything but. Step into the shoes of a small-town cop thrust into an escalating supernatural crisis. Inspired by ‘80s horror movies and cult shows like Twin Peaks, this atmospheric survival shooter features unique mission design, environmental storytelling, and strategic combat. This is a DEMO of our project - the full version will be available on ste…
View Game3 View GameCircus Interstellar is a brutal arcade shooter featuring high-octane action, and killer music! Earth voyagers encounter a sadistic alien race with a terrifying clownish appearance and a nasty appetite. Will the survivors escape the gory circus? Or will they be assimilated like all the rest?
View Game4 View Game78%Game Brain Scoreatmosphere, graphicsstory, gameplay78% User Score 51 reviewsIn "Lunar Nightmare," explore a deserted lunar research base from 2049, dealing with malfunctioning androids, audio-cyberpunk puzzles, and the occasional jumpscare. Utilize a retro-inspired blaster, Unreal Engine 5 visuals, and a haunting soundtrack in this 3-hour experience. Immerse yourself in the intriguing background story while navigating with your lunar vehicle and re-bindable keys.
View Game5 View Game81%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability86% User Score 2,560 reviewsCritic Score 75%24 reviewsIn "Nobody Wants to Die," play as Detective James Karra in a futuristic, alternate New York City of 2329, where immortality is a luxury for the wealthy. As a member of the Mortality Department, Karra investigates a series of murders targeting the elite, utilizing time manipulation abilities and advanced technology. The case uncovers dark secrets of the city's powerful figures as Karra works with young police liaison Sara Kai.
View Game6 View Game88%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability88% User Score 2,295 reviewsHell is Us is an action-adventure game blending intense combat with immersive exploration. Players navigate a gripping story filled with challenging encounters and atmospheric environments. The game offers thrilling gameplay that combines fast-paced battles and engaging exploration for a dynamic experience.
View Game7 View Game69%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding73% User Score 2,174 reviewsCritic Score 60%4 reviews"Lifeless Planet" is a single-player mystery action-adventure game with an intriguing old-school sci-fi story and stunning visuals. As an astronaut searching for life on a distant planet, you discover an abandoned Russian town and evidence of past human life, leading to questions about time travel and Cold War hoaxes. Despite its impressive atmosphere, the game is plagued by bugs, lack of optimization, and grinding gameplay, with low replayability but high emotional impact.
View Game8 View Game55%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgameplay, grinding71% User Score 28 reviews"Investigate a silent mining station in the zero-gravity thriller, Oculto. As space derelict investigator Jon Gauss, you must navigate unfamiliar hazards, hack electronic devices to uncover the crew's fate, and escape if danger becomes too great, all without access to weapons. With only your wits and courage, can you solve the mystery of the abandoned Ironclaw on asteroid Umbra-133?"
View Game9 View Game82%Game Brain Scorestory, optimizationgameplay, graphics82% User Score 86 reviews"The Gallery" is a live-action game/interactive film set in 1981 and 2021 Britain, where a captor holds an art curator hostage. Gameplay includes choice-based mechanics with 150 decision paths and 18 unique endings, as well as a relationship-tracking and success/fail tracking mechanic that affects the wider story. The game offers two modes: "Timed Choices" for a more immersive and pressured experience.
View Game10 View Game88%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsreplayability, grinding92% User Score 1,512 reviewsCritic Score 77%2 reviews"Bloodwash" is a horror game with first-person perspective and crusty PS1-style graphics, inspired by the giallo genre. Pregnant college student Sara, living with her alcoholic boyfriend, encounters a serial killer after her washing machine breaks down and she visits a 24-hour laundromat. The game features a gory plot and two modes to play: normal or VHS mode for additional grime.
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