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Explore a virtual gallery of submechanophobia in a retro computing environment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Submerged Gallery.

||This game was made in roughly ��19 hours for the Game Writing SIG Arcjam 2025|| Content Warning:  Depression, Body Horror, Blood Depiction, Death, Dead Bodies & Body Parts *Triggers from the Trigger Warning Database*This game is rated (T) for Teen.--- In "Out for Delivery" you play as someone who’s been recently laid off, months behind on rent, and utterly alone when the world begins to coll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out for Delivery.

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.

Moonshine, an alien from the moon, has crashed onto Earth and is now stuck in a government facility. Help him escape and return home! (Edit: There's something wrong with the audio, so, if possible, please play on mono sound) Controls:Press [space] to stick to nearby objects with your tongueHold [shift] while pressing [space] to stretch tongue[Esc] to pause Tools Used: Unity, Visual Studio, Auda… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonshine.

dark. wet. gone. is an interactive soundscape in which you blindly search for the ghosts of humanity in an institution abandoned due to rising sea levels. It was inspired by the Ontario Govt's Climate Change Impact Assessment Report on the projected disappearance of species due to climate change. It further explores concepts inspired by ‘Grounds of Media Culture’ from Geology of Media by Jussi Par… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to dark. wet. gone..

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.

THE DIRT IS A CURRENT THAT RUNS BETWEEN US. An experimental spaceflight AI finds itself trapped in a human body. Worse, that body is stranded in post-climate disaster Shetland. With no way out in sight. Explore. Adjust. Confront the wonder of the land, and the horror of being involved. Or simply wait for a rescue that will never come. The decision is yours. The Stranding is a short game made i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Stranding.

33%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

36% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Taste the fear like never before If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Near Midnight.

Ever dreamt of being a popular social media star? Meet Katiya, your quirky new best friend and AI assistant who has your best interests at heart. Explore the digital world together and improve your lifestyle to become the best artist on the trendy social platform Sitaragram. Katiya loves you! Note: ‘Ammi’ is a common name for ‘mom’ in the Urdu language. Please fill in our feedback form after you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Katiya Loves You!.

Penumbra is a mouse-based survival game — hold off shadow monsters long enough to open a portal to escape the Shadow Realm! Created in 48 hours for the 2025 GMTK Jam. ________________________________________________________________________ How to play: (recommend fullscreen) On Desktop: use mouse and left click to create loops to kill enemies and collect 'motes of shadow'. On Mobile: draw loo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Penumbra.

"Lay thy head to rest, souls quickly spent The world has fallen, left no means to its end A harrowed sea bathed in neon light Steel yourself. Metal tends to bite." Vekari: Remote Bypass is a text-based psychological horror ARG built entirely in-browser. Explore the city of Faktoria, Haloran in the vast world of Vekari, where your decisions shape the world around you. An entire city controlled… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vekari: Remote Bypass.

Important Information Below =============================================================================== Description Years of living out of state kept him from returning to his childhood home. Shortly following his mothers passing, given his father's mysterious disappearance years back, the burden of packing his mother's belongings falls to him. Obsession is a short narrative horror experie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Obsession.

FULLSCREEN IS RECOMMENDED WARNING: This game contains flashing lights, disturbing imagery and jumpscares. Spring is coming around and it's time to clean! Dust your drawers, clean your windows and most importantly, overcome your grief and face your demons. This is a very short horror/P&C-ish game. There are two endings. Credit: 1.Sound: "Piano Hits" https://opengameart.org/content/piano-hits Autho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spring Cleaning.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

50% User Score Based on 54 reviews

A trip to a cabin in the woods takes one guy and four hot girls trough an unexpected week filled with all kinds of twists and turns, where fun doesn't always promise a happy ending. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LustyVerse: ShackBang.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,848 reviews

Forbidden Solitaire is a card-slashing horror game about unearthing the contents of a cryptic 1995 CD-ROM that should have never existed. From the creators of Ancient Enemy and Home Safety Hotline. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forbidden Solitaire.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Do you believe in gods? In monsters? In ghosts?  17 years ago, a boy met a monster. The Inn Between is a BL fantasy romance visual novel following Myka Riley and his life long search to recover his missing memories after an accident as a child left him in the care of his aunt with no recollection of who he was, or what happened to his family. One phone call, and his life will change fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Inn Between.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

94% User Score Based on 165 reviews

A Point and Click work simulator where you juggle 7 jobs to pay your debt. Start by doing simple spreadsheet and progress to more important job like overseeing a nuclear bomb. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 7 Jobs at the Same Time.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

84% User Score Based on 344 reviews

Episode 3 - Entity Exam The whistle-blowers have kept their promise and have leaked another tape. It seems to be some sort of training protocol used by the E.R.D. to train their agents on not only entities but field skills to improve their chances of survival.WARNING: This game is not suitable for children or those easily disturbed.  Youtuber/Streamer disclosure (warning contains spoilers) Mult… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lancaster Leak - Entity Exam.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay

67% User Score Based on 1,165 reviews

Take the Watson-Scott personality test and discover your deepest and darkest fears. 30 multiple-choice questions will tell you if you're more afraid of clowns, snakes, or something more sinister... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Watson-Scott Test.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

69% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Trials of Harmony is an interactive mystery novel told from a mobile messaging app perspective. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trials of Harmony ~ Experimental Visual Novel.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization

77% User Score Based on 20,826 reviews

Critic Score 86%Based on 14 reviews

A first-person exploratory game taking place in 1995 in which Katie, a university student back from Europe, arrives at her family's newly inherited mansion only to find nobody there, with a note from her younger sister Sam suggesting that she's left home. Katie must explore the mansion to put together the stories of where her parents have gone and why Sam has decided to leave. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gone Home.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

71% User Score Based on 768 reviews

In the end, everybody gets what they deserve. The sins of the past always manifest within the minds of the sinners. An eternity of suffering awaits, welcome to The Survey. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Survey.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

88% User Score Based on 5,213 reviews

Fears to Fathom is a psychological #horror game which unveils a story narrated by the ones who survived. Fears to Fathom: Home Alone You play as Miles, a 14 years old kid who is home alone while... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fears to Fathom: Home Alone.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 2,270 reviews

Holly Gardner, a 19 year old on an interstate drive experiences unusual happenings that leads to an unplanned stay at a motel, little did she know what was transpiring down in Norwood Valley. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fears to Fathom: Norwood Hitchhike.

26%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

39% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Follow Amelia, a stressed and overworked gamedev (or as people in the industry call it... Just a gamedev) through a surreal trip with three distinctly different game modes: a first person adventure game in a strange 3D office environment, a challenging 2.5D platforming game, and a 2D top-down fantasy gathering-brawler. Each of the modes depict the games narrative in different ways, from fully voic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kenopsia.

  X-YZE (pronounced "excise") is a bump combat action game with a mysterious short story.   CLICK FOR CONTENT WARNINGS (a little spoilery)psychological manipulation, anxiety, panic attacks, gender/body/identity dysphoria, depression, dissociation, mild body horror, suicidal ideation FEATURES Play as a creature! Bump combat Mostly linear servers (aka levels), each with unique types… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-YZE.

sunset is a short walking simulator, where you take a stroll around your city for the final time. Controls WASD - Move E - Interact Mouse - Look Inspiration and Intent sunset was created for my Approaches to Play 2 module during my Masters at Goldsmiths; the brief I chose was "The World in a Game" - to create a game inspired by another piece of media, focussing on capturing and recreating it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to sunset.

An interactive fiction game filled with cozy fantasy, mystery, and romance. 6th Place - 31st Annual Interactive Fiction Competition (2025) When you find yourself sleepwalking in the lush ornamental gardens of the Sylvan Villa, you must discover how to break the thrall of a mysterious trance. You will be aided in your journey by the gardens' keepers: a gardener, a botanist, a librarian, and an e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Secrets of Sylvan Gardens.

Null Space is a space adventure game with major elements of cosmic horror. You awaken in an unknown dimension and struggle to find your way back. It has a heavy focus on reading. Please either download the game or play in full-screen for the best experience.  Controls The only controls are using the mouse and escape for pausing. You click on icons to move around, with the ring around the player … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Null Space.

Play as a radio operator at the end of worlds. A game created for the 2025 Neo-Twiny Jam. --- CREDITS: Images: Radio image #1 – Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/turned-on-am-radio-302871/Radio image #2 – Hülya Ermiş Belek: https://www.pexels.com/photo/vintage-radio-being-used-at-home-interior-29306694/Night sky – Umkreisel: https://www.pexels.com/photo/blue-universe-956981/Tv Static – R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes of Ending Worlds.

First World Problems is a short game about facing small modern-day problems, made for ZenoJam (this is our first game!). Play as an unnamed character who feels daunted by these problems as they face a few common issues. The game will give short hints to guide you through each minigame. Attributions: Audio Background music: sad electric guitar loop for background music by Garuda1982 -- https://free… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to First World Problems.

*This game is a submission for Scream Jam 2022+1* Story As a member of the emergency cryosleep crew aboard Nova Station, you awaken in the your pod only to find yourself alone. Warning lights illuminate the dark station and signs of struggle are scattered throughout the station. An ominous presence lurks in the shadows. The last crew member has left a cryptic message. Equipped with a flashlight, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep space dread.

For all your legit plumbing needs. wasd to move, mouse for camera  Torch and Sword Games Jack Grant and Christian Woolford Assets used: Art Bus Stop by Elbolilloduro -  https://elbolilloduro.itch.io/bus-stop"Character_ Female_01" (https://skfb.ly/oLFV8) by Elbolillo is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Halloween by Elbolilloduro - https:… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drainage Ltd..

The Nefargad is a thriller, horror, puzzle, and storytelling game that offers a true first-person perspective. The game narrates the story of an archaeologist named Mert, who is kidnapped and imprisoned in a dungeon and his efforts to escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nefargad.

Ground Down is a horror narrative presented in Twine. You, a lone farmer, must deal with your declining dental health, predatory neighbors and big box companies trying to buy your farm, and idiot workers who don't follow safety procedures. It is a slow march towards the inevitable. This game was made for the Global Game Jam in 2023, following the theme of 'Roots'. The version here on itch.io in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ground Down.

!!! EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING !!! I use swear words. I reference drinking (duh!). I use rhymes that sometimes don't rhyme. About Dwarf Barf This is a small game I made for the #BeerNotJam game jam. It's about a Dwarf that tries to get back home from a pub. There is a problem though. He's drunk. So he cannot actually move in an orderly fashion. Oh, and there are drunk goblins that are less than hel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dwarf Barf.

This is it... the final stand of the last Schlonk on treacherous planet Tenalp. The insects are closing in; you struggle to hear anything above the chittering and scuttling of what must be a swarm of at least twelve Bugs (perhaps thirteen). You take your last breath... ...And pop back up from the dust of your own corpse - good as new! Didn't you hear? Through the power of [REDACTED*], the Schlon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SCHLONK.

24%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

40% User Score Based on 10 reviews

How far will you go to return your one and the only? Can you cheat death? Save the residents of a remote town where you ended up chance before the ancient evil takes up your soul in this creepy hidden object game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenge of the Spirit: Rite of Resurrection.

It's the night of the Broadcast Killer, a sinister sadist who entices you to tune in just before the gore reaches its gruesome climax. Can you rescue the impending victims from certain doom before time expires?  Engage in macabre and mind-bending puzzles to rescue the next hapless soul about to meet their grisly fate on the chopping block. Channel: Death presents an interactive digital ordeal tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Channel: Death.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

79% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Flesh Forest: After a meteorite crash into Rockwell national park, all is not well. As a park ranger within Rockwell, there are an unusual number of campers, likely coming to see the meteorite, then campers start going missing, and eventually you are called in to locate them by your dispatcher. Armed only with a single rifle and limited ammunition and health entering snowy bear ridden woods, thin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flesh Forest.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

81% User Score Based on 48 reviews

Incident Archives - Flight 882 is a first person psychological horror game inspired by true events, set on a night flight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incident Archives: Flight 882.

Welcome to The Company.In this first‑person psychological horror experience, your boss “asks” you to work late again. Clock in for another ordinary shift and decide what kind of employee you will be today.  Sift through an endless stream of corporate messages. These workaholics may not be in the office with you, but they sure do send a lot of messages from afar to keep you busy. How you res… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Company.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

96% User Score Based on 238 reviews

A short, linear story game of a random demon guy's life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everyday Devil.

CONTROLS:  WASD - movement Mouse - camera Space - jump (you can bounce off walls, which reduces fall damage. you don't need to press anything for this) Left Click - place checkpoint.  Right Click (hold!) - after channeling, you heal. Believe! R - reset game  You can find additional control information below, which might be helpful if you feel lost but it … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witchfall.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Stitched Together is an RPG adventure with a deep story, unique battle mechanics, world-defying stakes, and a whole extra dimension! Take the role of Gwen Colgrave - an adventurous college student with a point to prove once she returns home. She'll stumble upon a bigger world with bigger consequences than she ever signed up for, but alongside her long-time friends, Gwen will have no choice but to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stitched Together.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

88% User Score Based on 155 reviews

Crabmeat is a short first-person point & click survival horror game where you are tasked with crabbing for the priceless southern King Crab. As an indebted prisoner of the Feudostate, you must collect your quota within 7 days or risk permanent expatriation from the state for you and your family. Navigate the harsh waters of the Antarctic and defend your ship from the threats that dwell under … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crabmeat.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

92% User Score Based on 63 reviews

Welcome Tavernkeep! In this D&D-inspired visual novel you will run a cozy seaside tavern, meet adventurers, gather rumours and mix fate-altering drinks to stop dreams from twisting into nightmares. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tavern Talk 2: Dreamwalker.

Playable DEMO:  https://www.afrogalypse.com/sites/ninja/Designed for MOBILE Touch-Screen Devices but still playable on all browser capable devices. Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the shadows, honing your skills and battling formidable foes to become the ultimate ninja master? Introducing Ninja Gaiden, an engaging and addictive browser-based idle RPG that puts you on the pa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninja Fight Complete Game.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

91% User Score Based on 456 reviews

This is a text-based, auditory nightmare. #1: Three red blots mark liars. #2: Food means depravity and death. #3: Tellers of time are sped up by-- #4: Holes in suspicious places may lead to the Undergoing. #5: Don't trust the wolf. #6: The train is the only escape. The Dark Place finds us all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Welcome To The Dark Place.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

97% User Score Based on 109 reviews

Paranormal Night Shift is an observation and spot the anomaly game set in a haunted house in the 1980s. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paranormal Night Shift.