Games like Julia - A True Horror Story

A Bitsy tale of horror based on real events. Arrow keys to move. Move into things to interact with them. Remember to try interacting with everything multiple times, and be wary of the television and the Path Behind the Well at night. Trigger warning: Religious and occult symbology, and criticism of religion -------------------------------------- In May of 1998, a young man arrived at Atlantic Bapt…

THE OCCULTIST : OLD GROWTH Part one of The ESPER Files STORY: You are Dr. Ian James McDermott, paranormal investigator, private detective, and practitioner of the forbidden arts. As lead investigator of the E.S.P.E.R. Society, you have been summoned to find Kathleen O'Neill and her young daughter Anna, last seen in the Willamette National Forest outside Salem, Oregon. This phenomenon is not restri…

"Beeswing" is a single-player adventure game set in a hand-painted, watercolor representation of a rural Scottish village. The game features a unique acoustic soundtrack and focuses on quiet, emotional storytelling with no puzzles or fighting. Explore the village, meet its inhabitants, and uncover the stories that shaped a life in this slow-paced, under 3-hour experience.

"Legend of a Savior: Book One" is an 18+ interactive fiction game where players uncover the dark truth behind a mysterious cult's emergence in a crumbling Empire. With content warnings for violence, abuse, and suggestive themes, the game follows the player's accidental discovery of the cult's interest in the royal family, as they leave a trail of destruction and death. The game promises a deep exploration of morality and the meaning of life.

"i am still here" is a single-player Interactive Fiction game that tells a wholesome story of a ghost's experience during the end of a long lockdown. The game, originally published in Going Down Swinging issue #41, features unique AR elements, activated by scanning pink geometric shapes and directing your camera towards the game. As Melbourne finally emerges from lockdown, the game is being re-released, offering players a chance to reflect on the pandemic's impact on people and places.

"Cleaning House" is a quirky adventure game where you play as a mischievous creature causing mayhem in a house. The game's humor and unique mechanics, controlled through arrow keys or swipes, provide a fun and entertaining experience. Players can interact with objects by walking up to them, and the game is created in the Bitsy engine for browser play. To stay updated on similar games, consider signing up for the developer's newsletter or joining their Patreon for exclusive updates, a monthly digital postcard, and early access to their games.

"Saint Maker" is a horror-themed visual novel where players assume the role of a priest investigating supernatural events in a secluded village. Through choice-driven dialogue and action, players uncover the dark secrets of the village and confront the source of its curse, while balancing their own faith and morality. The game features atmospheric visuals, a haunting soundtrack, and multiple endings based on the player's decisions.

"The Test: Final Revelation" is a thought-provoking puzzle adventure game where players uncover the truth through a series of challenging tests. With mind-bending puzzles and a gripping narrative, players delve into the depths of their own morality while navigating a mysterious facility. As the final installment of "The Test" series, this game promises to deliver a profound and satisfying conclusion.

"Asphyxia" is a single-player drama simulation game with an interesting plot, masterful graphics, and a wholesome story. Players assume the role of Samantha, who is dealing with depression and trying to mend her relationship with her former best friend, Lillian, during a geography field trip to the Lake District. The game features a splendid soundtrack and explores themes of friendship, self-reflection, and healing.

"A House of Many Doors" is a literary, turn-based RPG set in a surreal, procedurally generated universe. As a newly inducted member of the House, a massive spider-like structure containing countless rooms, you'll explore alien landscapes, encounter bizarre creatures, and uncover the mysteries of this ever-expanding reality. Negotiate, steal, and fight your way through procedurally generated text adventures to survive in this unique, immersive indie game.