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They said fear could be measured, isolated, eliminated. They said the human mind could adapt. That sleep was a weakness of the human soul, a flaw to be cured. So they kept them awake. And then… they never slept again. When the last light went out, the signal didn’t stop. It remembered. It learned. It woke up. The Forgotten TownHidden deep in the northern Ural forests lies Novokirsk, a Soviet se… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Entity Unknown.

DREAMSTAIRS is a long-term experimental project that focuses on an atmosphere or a moment. These concepts may not support a full game, or perhaps it is not intended to develop into a complete game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DREAMSTAIRS.

Welcome to Hyperliminal, a horror/exploration/fever-dream experience. The game itself is narration and exploration-based with some action to keep things interesting. You will explore a strange dreamscape and witness sites ranging from gigantic food to a town overtaken by arachnids. Unravel the mystery of the recurring nightmare while keeping safe a safe distance from the horrors that live within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyperliminal.

Welcome to the World of Nightmares! You play as Aleon, you woke up in an unfamiliar place. You need to understand what is going on and get help from the surrounding objects. After that read the documentation to find clues and then get out of the nightmare world. You have to meet Jouka and get ideas from him about the nightmare world. There are strange creatures that you don't know where they ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ALEON's Nightmare 2.

The best dreams are to be forgotten, for they will destroy if not.  This game is based on nothing, the nothing that was something, now unthinkable. Because of this, no description would be adequate.  However, I must try: A game heavily centered on its scenery and artistic nature. A game that is enigmatic, cryptic, and remembered. First person adventure game Navigate through liminal … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotten Dreams.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

80% User Score Based on 123 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 12 reviews

In the last known city on Earth, people are disappearing in their sleep. Those who remain exist in a crisis of reckless experiments to keep awake. From Cory Davis (Spec Ops: The Line) and Robin Finck (Nine Inch Nails), SLEEP AWAKE blurs the boundaries between reality and imagination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SLEEP AWAKE.

Step into an abandoned hospital, where giant, hairy, wriggling caterpillars crawl through the eerie hallways. In this horror-themed VR mini-game, your mission is simple—but unsettling: grab them by the neck and toss them into the bucket. Immersive Horror Atmosphere – Experience the unsettling silence of the empty hospital as you track these grotesque creatures, each movement sending shivers down… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CATpillAr.

Step into an eerie silence, a place where childhood dreams have turned into eternal nightmares. You are a paranormal investigator, drawn by dark rumors of an abandoned school built on the ruins of an old orphanage where, decades ago, children died of a mysterious illness and abuse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firefly Shelter.

Some gifts are meant to be buried. Arlo Part I: The Past is a first-person supernatural psychological horror game that plunges you into one terrifying day inside the mind and home of Arlo, a young woman with a gift she never asked for. THE STORY Arlo has spent years running from her ability to communicate with the dead. But when the supernatural begins bleeding into her waking life, via dreams,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arlo Part I: The Past.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

The Night Walk is a short, reflective first-person experience set in a vast, fog-covered park. Walk beneath the moonlight at your own pace. Slow down, stop for a while, or retrace your steps. There is no danger waiting in the dark and no correct way forward—only branching paths, passing thoughts, and the quiet rhythm of gravel beneath your feet. As you walk, your thoughts follow the direction yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Night Walk.

The Falling Skies is a dark psychological horror walking simulator with survival elements. You play as a forest ranger patrolling a cursed forest where a village mysteriously destroyed itself in a single night. Explore abandoned paths and uncover the echoes of a tragic past. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Falling Skies.

Ever wondered what it is like to experience Sleep Paralysis? A Single player Phycological Horror Walking Simulator exploring the horrors of Sleep Paralysis, Lucid dreaming and Liminal Spaces, all based on my own personal experiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleep Demon.

A psychological loop horror rooted in Malaysian school legends. No chases, less UI, just a slow, atmospheric dread. Estimated 1- 2 hours game time. As an independent artist, I used AI to turn a lifelong dream into reality. Explore shifting corridors, manage character's sanity, and face the cycle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MALAM: School.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Twelve-year-old Leva, returning to the mining village after the hospital, learns about the mysterious disappearance of his friend, and the familiar rhythms of school life begin to unravel. Soon, his days turn into a terrifying nightmare, accompanied by the relentless stomping of hundreds of insects. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Watching Woods: The Louse.

You have entered an isolated testing sector of the AEON DIRECTIVE, the final system that determines who may enter The Building, humanity’s last refuge. Nothing here is decorative. Every question you answer and every change you notice shapes your evaluation. The evaluation consists of 50 binary questions. You may answer only YES or NO. On the screen in front of you, two constantly shifting value… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AEON DIRECTIVE: THE INTERVIEW.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

55% User Score Based on 20 reviews

You have died, and have gone to hell. Visit different creatures and answer their questions about yourself. Proceed to the death himself The game is a walking simulator about answering questions about your own life. Were you loved? What was the meaning of your life? The game is very bleak with visuals and audio that shows the main character's inner world. Are you ready to come home? Features: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Are You Happy.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

SCP: CONTROL ERROR is a short psychological horror game where you take part in a live experiment inside a restricted underground facility. The test begins. You're observed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SCP: Control Error.

In The Greys: Human Abductions, you discover top-secret documents and unsettling alien evidence. As you explore, encounter strange noises, bizarre events, and the chilling possibility of abduction. Will you uncover the truth or become the next victim? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Greys: Human Abductions.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

You fell asleep studying for exams, but when you woke up the school was empty. Survive the night, identify what’s wrong, and escape the loop... or be stuck at school forever. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Study Time Anomaly.

️ Message from the DeveloperTales of Ancients is a passion-driven project created by a single developer. Thanks to your feedback, support, and curiosity, this dark story will continue to grow  and eventually reach its final form. This version represents the first chapter of Alex’s journey. If you wish to see what lies beyond the darkness... we’ll reach there together. ️ StoryDocumentary photogra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Ancients: Hollow Apartments.

"YOKO - Between Life and Death", your courage will be tested as you face the supernatural and uncover dark secrets on a journey full of emotions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to YOKO.

"Mudoba" is an atmospheric survival horror in a parallel dimension with one procedurally generated location. You a research scientist who accidentally got into the "Theta" dimension. You have the opportunity to learn about what exactly happened in this dimension, reveal its secrets and find a way out. This dimension is very old and it is living its last days. A gas mask, fla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mudoba.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

More Enemies has been called the best video game of all time By who? No clue. But here at Lollygag Labs, we strive to be optimists in the face of adversity! Starting at a dead-end job for an obscure paper company with no story relevance, you venture onto your next job as an employee at... Lollygag Labs. A game development company with questionable ethics! Where you uncover a plot of spoilers, d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MORE ENEMIES.

The Demon's Exorcism is a first-person psychological horror game. Experience the story of a family trapped in a haunting curse. Immerse yourself in the chilling narrative as you exorcise the demon and break the curse. EnvironmentEnter a mansion where chilling events took place. Explore dimly lit hallways and discover the stories hidden in each abandoned room, each space echoing with the memories o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Demon's Exorcism.

Realm of Dread is a singleplayer, psychological horror game with survival mechanics. One night, you woke up in a world filled with supernatural entities. Once you realize your family is missing, you will go into the dark and look for them. As you walk in the dark forest, you will find abandoned places to explore and you will find new equipments to fight. With each fight, you will be one step close… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm of Dread.

Panic, a psychological horror game based on mental disorder. Your task is to confront the paranormal activities and monstrous beings that appear out of nowhere in David's mind. With its immersive gameplay and hair-raising atmosphere, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat. Your duty is to help David navigate through his mind and overcome his inner demons. Be ready to face the unknown and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Panic.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

67% User Score Based on 161 reviews

From the developer:We are not trying to invent something fundamentally new; we simply love the dreamcore aesthetic. However, it seemed to us that existing games often emphasize the unsettling side of liminal spaces, which usually evoke feelings of anxiety and loneliness. So we decided to create a softer, dreamier, and less frightening interpretation. We hope it gives you that very feeling of anemo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreamcore: Rabbit Hole.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

82% User Score Based on 33 reviews

Just UpdatedRelease Date Announced!We’re incredibly excited to share that Benign Land will officially be released next Friday, January 24! A project that started as a site-specific art installation in Belfast will now become available for people to experience in their own space & time. An unconventional game that we believe it won’t disappoint in providing a one-of-a-kind journey. Wishlist… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Benign Land.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

84% User Score Based on 126 reviews

Explore and escape the mall of your mind in this surreal adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Self-Checkout Unlimited.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

98% User Score Based on 5,330 reviews

Find your way out of Babbdi. A short, first person exploration experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BABBDI.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

96% User Score Based on 100 reviews

A game about hunting rats, feeding them to your family, and going to bed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tear Factory.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 248 reviews

After listening to a new rap album I got inspired to vent by turning my feelings into a little game, where you play as a virus on his computer, making his life better, the hard way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to "LIFE" not found;.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization

99% User Score Based on 538 reviews

Tales From Off-Peak City is a first-person adventure game series. Volume 1: Caetano's Slice is the first game of many in the anthology of Tales. While each 'Volume' is its own self-contained story and experience, taken together, they build towards the larger over-arching narrative of what’s really going on at the corner of July Avenue and Yam Street and what role you ultimately play in its fate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales From Off-Peak City Vol. 1.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

43% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Сlassic indie horror for one evening. The game has no tips, you need to solve all the puzzles yourself and avoid the monster that wants to devour your soul. Therefore, you need to be very careful and attentive to escape from the nightmare. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Wish.

22%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, graphics

36% User Score Based on 11 reviews

"If you're not careful and noclip out of reality in the wrong areas, you'll end up in the backrooms, where it's nothing but the stink of old moist carpet, the madness of mono-yellow, the endless background noise of flourescent lights at maximum hum-buzz, and approximately six hundred million square miles of randomly segmented rooms to be trapped in."About the GameIn Backrooms - Surrealit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms - Surreality.

A routine spacewalk procedure traps you in an endless loop. Observe the spaceship carefully, detect anomalies, and choose the right path to reach the airlock and escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Apollogies.

Seven centuries in the future, humanity is collapsing. In an attempt to spare yourself the same fate as the rest of the system, you flee to the furthest away place you can feasibly survive: Pluto. Survive the downfall of humanity in a centuries old survival bunker, or at least the first week. Uninhabited for centuries. You crash land on Pluto, it's the furthest away place you could reach that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seven Days Until Morning.

Torn Veil is a psychological horror game that immerses you in a chilling tale of moral decay in a deeply unsettling atmosphere to deliver a haunting experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Torn Veil.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

FROG CORNER is a first person horror game, with found footage stylization The game relies mostly on creating heavy atmosphere, instead of a cheap jump scares. The game tells you a story about a person who goes to an abandoned arcade, going deeper and deeper, searching for the mythical arcade machine "Frog Corner". And the deeper you go, everything gets even weirder than before. What is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frog Corner.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A first-person psychological horror game set in the remote countryside of South Korea in the 1990s. Over the course of just three days, you will encounter a series of mysterious events and come face-to-face with an unseen, encroaching threat If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Way Home | 집으로 가는 길.

PlotMiles Wilson is a journalist known for investigating the unusual and unexplained — disappearances, eerie coincidences, and the dark secrets of shadowy government-linked organizations. One such case begins when he’s contacted by Thomas Green, a farmer whose son mysteriously vanished — seemingly right from inside their home. The police initially showed little concern. The responding officer, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Third Kind.

DEMO EDITION IS HERE! WISHLIST ON STEAM NOW TO SUPPORT US SteamWISHLIST ON STEAM NOW TO SUPPORT US Hello horror community, colleagues, video game lovers, and indie development enthusiasts! Thank you for the support you've been giving us for these 2 years. These times have been very tough, but we keep working to deliver a quality experience, or at least we try to. We are two solo deve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House Of Horror: Outside Is Better.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

[Checkout] is a psychological horror walking simulator where players attempt to escape from continuously changing hotel corridors. This game delivers a terrifying world through Unreal Engine 5's realistic environments and a soundtrack that maximizes tension, providing players with a new dimension of fear. As the game progresses, the secrets of the Hilbert Hotel's past events and their effects on t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CheckOut.

The Night Archive is an episodic first-person horror series where each episode tells a story pulled from the darkest corners of true crime. These are the stories of those who lived to tell about it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Night Archive - No Service.

Spot the anomaly. Choose STOP or RESUME. You are trapped in an endlessly repeating laundromat where even the smallest change matters. Study the room, make the right calls, finish your laundry, and find your way home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Laundromat 8.

1997. After a sudden mine collapse, you find yourself trapped inside an abandoned Soviet research complex where classified experiments were once conducted. Explore underground laboratories, uncover forgotten secrets, and discover why the facility was buried along with everything it contained. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buried Life.

TAPE GLITCH is a first-person psychological horror game where players explore flooded liminal spaces, uncover corrupted VHS memories, and survive what hides inside them. Play a Tape. Enter the Memory.Scattered throughout the flooded halls are VHS tapes. Find one, and you'll be pulled inside a recording of a place that once was. Each one gives you only a short time to find what was left behind bef… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TAPE GLITCH.

“LookFoorMe” is a horror game set in a modern city. ◆ StoryIn a certain town, someone went missing—though that’s nothing unusual in this country. “Her” voice was drowned out by the sound of cicadas. “She” lingered for a while, breathing in the scent of the earth. Rain fell on “her.” Snow fell on “her.” And even so, “she” remained there, all along. ◆ Features A walking simulator where various… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LookFoorMe.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

59% User Score Based on 29 reviews

You play as Mio, a 16-year-old high school student living in a quiet urban village in Japan.
 Your mom is out of town, and a kidnapper is in town.
 You are home alone. You walk through residential streets, visit local shops, and attend school as part of your daily routine. Simple objectives are always displayed, but no directions are given. Instead, Mio receives photos on her phone that sho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to At Night: The Student.

“Nafuda Sagashi” is a psychological exploration game set in the liminal spaces of a Japanese school, where you wander through the building searching for lost name tags. You will walk through empty school corridors and classrooms, looking for name tags that have fallen somewhere, drifting along the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary. The places you encounter—deserted classroo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NAFUDA SAGASHI - Identetey:Lost -.