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Games like Specimen X: Escape from the Lab

Games like Specimen X: Escape from the Lab

Games like Specimen X: Escape from the Lab

Looking for games like Specimen X: Escape from the Lab? Here are top puzzle recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Old Eagle Motel, Maniacs or Imperium.

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  1. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Rated 15 for mild blood and death. Welcome To The Old Eagle Motel. We Always Have Time For You. She never expected to find him dead. The Old Eagle Motel is a third-person, narrative driven, paranormal mystery game set upon the Great Plains of an alternate New Mexico, following the story of our dual protagonists: Dakota; a kind-hearted, older Cherokee journalist, and his young but fiercely d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Old Eagle Motel.

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  2. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Introduction: Maniacs is an intense and immersive zombie survival game that plunges players into a post-apocalyptic world filled with danger, horror, and the desperate struggle for survival. The game is centered around a gripping narrative that unfolds in the aftermath of a series of horrific experiments conducted by a mentally ill billionaire on an isolated island. Background Story: The plot revo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maniacs.

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  3. Imperium is a 2D Lo-fi, Sci-fi Puzzle Adventure game set in a dystopian future where you take on the role of BS-23, a former scientist of the condemned scientific organisation known as The Betterment. Imprisoned due to their involvement with the original Betterment, BS-23 is sent out onto dangerous missions alone and unarmed with the objective to obtain vital data at the behest of the Galactic Cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium.

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  4. Orange Dawn: World Description  Team: Team Orange for GSD 405 at UIUC SP 2023 Team Members: David Zhu, Tom Jiang, Yifeng Ni, Fransico, Marta Art Style: pixel art Tone: dark, gloomy setting Environment After an outbreak of a virus in 203X, the virus has turned people into zombies. In the apocalyptic world, metropolitan areas are overrun with the infected, and people try to survive in the less po… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orange Dawn.

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  5. Haunted Stories is a captivating mix of horror and thriller. Experience several exciting haunted stories, each telling its own independent storyline. Each playable story contains its own secrets, game mechanics and puzzles to solve. The lovingly crafted environments tell their own past and invite exploration and investigation. If you think you know what the real story is, be prepared for surpris… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haunted Stories.

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  6. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 1,089 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

    Jenny LeClue is a story focused exploration adventure game with memorable characters, a unique aesthetic, and an epic tangled mystery. Jenny is a brilliant young detective, but nothing exciting happens in her small town of Arthurton, and she longs for real adventure. She gets more than she bargains for, when her mother is accused of murder. Jenny takes on the case of a lifetime and begins an unex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jenny LeClue: Detectivu.

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  7. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    !! PLEASE NOTE: THE FALLEN SPIRITS IS NOT PART OF THE LAUNCH LINEUP AND WILL BE COMING SOON AS PART OF A FREE UPDATE !!                               The Forgotten Tapes is back! This time with a new collection of horror games set to make your body shake. Once again, The Forgotten Tapes is based on a central theme, with new and existing developers all with their own stories to tell. The game wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forgotten Tapes: Twisted Forms.

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  8. Ashley: The Emptiness Inside — is a third-person psychological horror game in which you explore the restaurant that burned down many years ago. This place keeps many dark secrets covered in ash. Learn the history of this mysterious place from its founding to the fire in which many people died. Hidden caches, secret passages and mysterious puzzles are waiting for you on the way. Look for informatio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashley: The Emptiness Inside.

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  9. You are a button. The level is your controller. Move, press, and twist buttons built into the stage itself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One More Button.

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  10. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 86 reviews

    Lake Minnewaska is a narrative driven first person fishing game. Fish, explore, and uncover the secrets of Lake Minnewaska as you guide Sosa's journey in becoming a better father. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lake Minnewaska.

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  11. Help Mr. Dude is an exciting and challenging new game where you play as the titular character stranded on a small island in the middle of the Ohio River. Mr. Dude is in a precarious situation, and it's up to you to guide him to safety. The game is simple, yet addictive; all you have to do is press a key on your keyboard to either help or harm Mr. Dude. As you progress through the game, you'll enc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Help Mr.Dude.

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  12. "People in my time tell each other that they ripped the emotional architecture out of me. But they could see me screaming through the blackness of the screen, and they still let it happen." > Terminal is a text-based escape room. You sit before a black screen, witness to a conversation that exists outside of time. A ghost is embedded within the files, folders, and wires of your mach… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to > Terminal.

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  13. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    You wake up again—your bones soaked in blood. Demo Available NOW! Play the free demo and get a SMALL BLOODY SLICE of the gameplay! Full Release – December 15 The FULL roguelike experience, with constant and explosive progression: including TONS of enemy types, abilities, weapons, and rooms. Prepare to dive into the full story—an intertwined experie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Bone.

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  14. WARD 107: SILENCE is a first-person psychological horror experience where your microphone is both your greatest tool and your biggest liability. Speak to unlock the past, but stay silent to survive the present. They are listening. You are Noah, a professional sound technician. What began as a simple restoration of a discarded tape quickly unspools into a nightmare. The recording contains a docto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WARD 107: SILENCE.

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  15. THE CASE Nine years ago, the celebrated neurologist Dr. Alistair Blackwood vanished from his own institution, the Blackwood Sanatorium. At the same time, the last of his young patients in a "revolutionary" pediatric neurology program were quietly discharged. The police investigation went cold. The building was left to decay. But the locals say the crying never stopped. Hired by an anonym… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Amygdala Protocol.

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  16. Step into the depths of the city sewers, where a catastrophic toxic chemical spill has mutated the local wildlife and insects into bloodthirsty abominations. You are tasked with recording and navigating the hazardous environment to cleanse it of the toxic chemicals that turned creatures into mutants If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zooparasite.

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  17. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The Game       For some people, life is lived in small, cautious steps. Follow Clara as she navigates the consequences of her anxiety disorder on her thinking abilities, her work-life and her relationships. Through her discussions with her therapist and her participation in a scientific study, you will dive into the daily struggles of a person with long-term mental illness that impacts their cog… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life in Small Steps.

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  18. In Space Rescue, an independent horror game inspired by The Martian, players are thrust into the unforgiving landscape of Mars. The protagonist is an astronaut, stranded on the desolate red planet after an emergency mission gone wrong. With no communication and limited supplies, his only goal is survival. However, as the days wear on and the struggle intensifies, it becomes apparent that the chall… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Rescue.

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  19. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Introduction A side scrolling puzzle game made for GameDev.TV Game Jam. Now playable on Mac! Play as Joseph, a veteran exorcist, on one of his visits to a haunted house. But dark secrets are no strangers to Joseph, as he harbors a trick up his sleeve. Writer's statement To approach the theme of "Life in 2 Dimensions", we deconstructed it into two part, "Life", and "2 Dimensions". There is many wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cultist Exorcist.

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  20. "Chimp Co." is an immersive and adrenaline-pumping horror fan game set within the universe of the popular virtual reality multiplayer game "Gorilla Tag." This skin crawling game is heavily inspired by both popular Gorilla Tag horror games, Big Scary and Lethal Ape. In this spine-chilling adaptation, players find themselves trapped within the confines of a sinister research facility known as "Chimp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to nuh uh game is gone.

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  21. In the dark forests of Duskwood town, an abandoned hospital rises ominously. Despite its closure years ago, "Sinister Hospital" harbors terrifying secrets. The player enters to follow the trail of a group of lost children from the town. There lies a dark journey and quest for justice: Judge Harlan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sinister Hospital.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Story/Gameplay: Explore the ominous corridors of Blackwood Manor in "Shadows," a gripping puzzle-horror game. As the adept restorer Linda Hartley, you're tasked with refurbishing a mysterious portrait, but soon you begin to unravel the dark secrets that the estate harbors. Navigate shadow-laden hallways, decipher hidden notes, and solve intricate puzzles to reveal the tragic truths of the Blackwo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to - Shadows -.

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  23. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    WARNING Blackout (1997) contains themes, imagery, and narrative elements that some players may find disturbing. This game is not suitable for children. It is rated M by the ESRB (equivalent to PEGI 18+). User discretion is advised. It is intended for mature audiences only. Blackout is a 1997 Danish psychological horror adventure created by writer Michael Valeur and developed by Deadline Game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blackout 97.

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  24. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Early Access Disclaimer: Welcome Survivors, we started Frozen Below a while ago and want to use Early Access to make the best out of it. For that purpose the first launch will feature only the prologue with roughly 1 hour of gameplay and plan to release further progression over time while including changes and updates based on feedback. So we invite everyone to discuss and build a truly enjoyabl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frozen Below: Arctic Expedition.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    Alone on a remote island, you're tasked with keeping a lighthouse. But the horrific events that claimed the lives of previous keepers still whisper through the air. Each day, the line between reality and delusion fades and something in the dark is waiting for the last keeper If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lightkeeper.

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  26. Live-D Corporation slowly took control of society, enforcing their power through a private army and secret human experiments. Captured and taken to a hidden underground complex, former soldier Marius was subjected to a serum meant to grant eternal life - instead he fell into a coma and awakened ten years later immune to the experiment, only to find the abandoned facility overrun by alien-like crea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LeftUnknown.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 323 reviews

    From the creators of cult sleeper hit Scratches and the haunting Serena, comes a chilling journey into the darkest depths of your mind. ASYLUM is an ambitious first-person horror adventure casting you into the hallucinatory setting of the Hanwell Mental Institute. As an ex-patient suffering bizarre visions, you must explore the intricate layout of the building, research its past history, and marc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASYLUM.

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  28. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    * All characters in this game are eighteen years old or above. This is a story of alien abduction. Find a way out from a UFO with easy controls! [Synopsis] with a peculiar rumor.Some people claim that they saw a UFO in late night. To Chisato, it was just a rumor. She did not believe it all. One night, she couldn't sleep and walked to a convenience store. Little did she know, she… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abduction!?おっぱい星人.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    My Father Lied is a first person point and click mystery game that tells the story of Huda, who finds herself following an unfathomable secret regarding her father’s 20 years disappearance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MY FATHER LIED.

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  30. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    The Valley of the Unknown – A Psychological and Survival First-Person Horror Game Release Date: September 15, 2024  Platform: PC (Windows) (Released)  Mac (Coming soon) Engine: Unreal Engine 5.4 Trigger Warning: This game contains graphic violence, disturbing imagery, and themes of psychological horror that may be unsettling to some players. Sensitive Content Warning: Themes of disappearance, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Valley of the Unknown.

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  31. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    What seemed like a typical evening with a bit of hangover after a successful party gradually turned into one of the greatest mysteries Viktor had ever faced. With the help of the artificial intelligence ARNEAS (Artificial Neural Assistant), he traces the trail of unusual artifacts that suddenly captured the attention of the local treasure hunting community. And when he discovers that his own grand… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispers of Prague: The Executioner's Last Cut.

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  32. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    83% User Score Based on 328 reviews

    "Calm down. This is all normal. Well, it’s a new normal. There was a malfunction that we can’t fix yet, but with your help I can make symptoms bearable. We’re all in the same boat here and should help each other." "I’m Shelly, a lead scientist in General Education research facility. The job title is longer, but it’s not important. Here’s what I know so far, though." "The experience-sharing program… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Long Reach.

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  33. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 351 reviews

    https://store.steampowered.com/widget/1657170/?t=Suspicious%20Downpour%20is%20a%20very%20short%20single-player%20comedy%20horror%20experience%20about%20getting%20stuck%20in%20a%20storm%20while%20out%20camping.Now on Steam with achievements! But you can play the original jam edition and updated version here. Welcome to hanawiti forest, a popular location for adventurous backpackers. Pitch a tent a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suspicious Downpour.

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  34. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 3,600 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    This edition includes the following: - Ghost of a Tale - Character Cards Set - Artbook - Enamel Pin - Tilo Papercraft figure Tilo - Soundtrack If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost of a Tale.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 91 reviews

    London, 2099. The earth isn't what it used to be anymore. Incredible climate changes have corrupted the weather, causing a permanent rain on most of the Earth's surface. You play the role of Luke Black, a 36-year-old bio-informatic engineer. He is one of the lead programmers at Nanotech, a big nanotechnology research company. But one night, his life is changed forever when he encounters Tanya. Who… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bionic Heart.

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  36. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 2,247 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    At Dead Of Night is part horror film, part horror game and part ghost hunt. It seamlessly blends live-action and graphics to create a unique immersive horror experience like no other. You play Maya, a student trapped in a remote hotel run by a psychopath called Jimmy Hall. Jimmy has tied up Maya's friends and locked them in their rooms, with evil intentions. Maya has managed to escape, but Jimmy i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to At Dead Of Night.

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  37. View Game
    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Our Secret Below is an escape room puzzle game. Play as Nia Davis to solve various puzzles, find clues, and help her escape to freedom. However, there is more to this story to this encounter than the surface implies. Dig deep, be resourceful, and learn what your captor’s intentions really are. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Our Secret Below.

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  38. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 13 reviews

    Turn-based narrative experience about two housemates with different time cycles. A contemporary take on the classic novels of Frankenstein and Dracula. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frank and Drake.

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  39. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 221 reviews

    Explore the deepest secrets of the Tremendous Corporation and find out what happened to indie devs and save the gaming industry! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Secret of Tremendous Corporation.

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  40. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    56% User Score Based on 224 reviews

    See how a game created by the very Jigsaw would look like! Use the available objects, outwit tricky illusions and optical puzzles and above all, answer the question – will you dare to Play with Me? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Play with Me: Escape room.

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  41. Trapped Together is a cooperative puzzle adventure where two friends, facing financial ruin, accept a mysterious experiment promising perfect bodies. Trapped in robotic shells, they must solve high-stakes puzzles, communicate, and trust each other to survive and uncover the truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trapped Together.

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  42. Join us. Survive. Unearth your past and unlock the unsettling mysteries of this deserted retro-futuristic colony to decide the fate of the HMAS Eden and the souls within it. About This Game You wake up aboard the HMAS Eden, a last-ditch attempt for humanity to ascend beyond their doomed planet, with no memory of how you got there. Afraid and isolated, navigate through arduous puzzles in an u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Eden.

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  43. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Liminal Leap: A Descent into the Unfamiliar ____________________ Liminal Leap is a heart-pounding escape room challenge set in the unsettling world of the Backrooms. Reality warps, familiar spaces twist, and you're trapped in a labyrinthine facility – a distorted reflection of the everyday. Your mission: Escape. Uncover the secrets of this insidious place and find your way back to reality. F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liminal Leap.

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  44. View Game
    51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Hello, we are currently working on a 3D horror action/adventure game Nuki! .features Atmospheric visuals and music.  Flowable advanced gameplay with dynamic top down camera. Horror fictional story with over time unfolding plot. Story based riddles and environment exploration puzzles. by Moon Dagger Studio https://www.facebook.com/people/Moon-dagger-studio/100083236545342/ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nuki.

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  45. Deep beneath the surface, in the hidden laboratories of Helix Industries, science has spiraled out of control. The power has failed. Containment is broken. Test subjects roam free. You are the last surviving scientist — and your only hope lies with the Helix Lance, a prototype flashlight-weapon with Ultra Red capabilities that reveal secrets and stun abominations. Advancing Science … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helix Labs: Classified.

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  46. Little gameplay explanation. Due to time limitations, it wasn't possible to add a little tutorial/game explanation, so we will do that here:Once in the game, you're task is to produce and administer the cure to the patients. To do that you have to go to the Medicine Lab. Once there, you have two buttons: bases and ingredients. These two are the ones you should focus on first. You have to always c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Non Doctor's Tale.

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  47. In 1960, the main character's life was turned upside down by the tragic death of her family at the Belhaven Hotel, and for thirty-eight years he has struggled with the dark secrets of his past. Now she is determined to go back to find out what happened in this cursed hotel and uncover the truth. But this hotel is not just an old building, it is a living hell, haunted by the horrific events of the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do Not Disturb.

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  48. Sleepover at Li'l Timmy’s is a spine-chilling horror puzzle game where you, the player, are invited to a seemingly innocent sleepover at the home of your friend, Li'l Timmy. What begins as a cheerful evening of games and snacks quickly turns dark, and you soon realize that Timmy is no ordinary child. As the night progresses, you’re forced to confront supernatural forces and twisted beings that lur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleepover at Li'l Timmy's.

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  49. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    A horror puzzle adventure begins in the spooky tunnels of Sandhill, which can be played as FPS and TPS. Navigate dark corridors, solve complex puzzles, and survive encounters with vengeful shadows born of sinister experiments. Escape the tunnel and survive the mysteries of the neighborhood. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape From Sandhill.

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  50. WebGL Build: Known issues/知るの問題:* VFX doesn't render properly/VFXが正しくレンダリングされません。* Audio for the knight and wall doesn't work properly/ナイトとデーモンウォールのオーディオが正しく動作していません。* Wall doesn't break when you hit the lever, however, you can walk through it/レバーをヒットの時は壁を壊れませんけどまだ歩いて通り抜けることはできます * All of these issues aren't present in the Windows build, I would recommend playing this version or alternatively wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haunted Helper.

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