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94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

94% User Score Based on 71 reviews

The Store looks familiar.That’s the problem. You enter a brightly lit furniture superstore made of showrooms, aisles, and corridors. Everything is clean. Orderly. Normal. Then it repeats. The rooms return in the same order, with the same layout — but not always in the same state. Something may be wrong. Or nothing may be wrong at all. And knowing the difference is the only way forward. Observatio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SCP-3008: Infinite Store.

Mnemosyne is an atmospheric psychological horror and anomaly hunting game that pushes your observation skills to their limits. You are trapped in a suffocating darkness that swallows you whole. This is an uncanny dungeon formed by stone walls, rusty pipes, and forgotten objects. You have only a flashlight providing limited visibility and a camera to record the truth. An Endless Loop, Altering De… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mnemosyne.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Serve 9 tables. Spot what changed. Reach Table 9. Table 9 is a short first-person psychological horror game set in a looping late-night cafe. Serve 9 TablesTake orders and deliver coffee to all 9 tables in sequence. Every correct delivery pushes your run forward. Spot the AnomaliesThe cafe does not stay the same. Watch the room, the decor, and the customers carefully. Miss an anomaly, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Table 9.

Discover the truth hidden inside an endless loop.11 Trials of Raz is a first-person anomaly-detection game where each step forward brings you closer to escape… or deeper into the loop. Memorize the room, trust your instincts, and survive the eleven trials before the bar swallows you whole. Gameplay Overview You wake up inside a strangely familiar bar - quiet, empty, frozen in time. Your trial … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 11 Trials of Raz.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

86% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Embark on a journey of anomalies and repetition in "Prison Loop," a captivating puzzle game. Trapped in a mysterious temporal loop within a high-security prison, your objective is to observe anomalies throughout the environment and react if something alerts you. Test your observation skills, critical thinking, and ability to manipulate time to your advantage. Explore a meticulously designed priso… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prison Loop.

You are trapped in an infinite corridor with nothing but a flashlight. Explore a liminal space, survive the entities that lurk in the dark and complete the ritual to break the cycle. EXPLORE THE HOUSE Interact with objects, find the puzzle pieces and complete the ritual. In this game ther is no combat, so pay attention and don't miss anything. COMPLETE THE RITUAL You have one job, find a w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rite Holds.

Anomaly-Spotting Horror inside a cursed manor ruled by the twisted lawyer Dr. John Ravenwood, his voice following your every step and decision. Time loops, shifting horrors, and cruel games await. Spot anomalies. Sign his contract… and no, you don’t get another lawyer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It's John's House.

You inherit an old shop and come to inspect it. Once inside, the doors lock, and the store begins to change. Corridors shift, rooms distort, and exits disappear. Something unseen is working against you. Your goal is to survive, understand what is happening, and find a way out. The store itself feels hostile, reacting to your presence and preventing escape by any means necessary. Key Features Psy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Shift.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

Play my games on itch.io! Backrooms Fishing by Liminal Games BACKROOMS ANOMALY You are trapped in a looping office corridor.Don't overlook any anomalies.If you see an anomaly, run back to the entrance.If you don't see any anomalies, escape through the exit.Only 10 correct predictions in a row will allow you to escape.Step into an endless corridor where reality shifts and nothing is quite … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BACKROOMS ANOMALY.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

76% User Score Based on 90 reviews

IN THE FACADE WE TRUST™ traps you in a corridor caught in an ever changing and increasingly unsettling loop. With each cycle, you’ll notice subtle differences, but your objective in this corridor is not just to observe the changes. As the narrative unfolds, you will be forced to place your trust in someone during each cycle. The catch? Who you choose to trust will depend on both the knowledge you’… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IN THE FACADE WE TRUST™.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

In Floor13, reality doesn’t change all at once — it shifts quietly, waiting for you to notice. You walk the same office corridor over and over, but something always feels… slightly off. Your task is simple: observe, detect, report. If you fail to see the difference, the corridor will keep you forever. Gameplay ShowcaseRoutine. You begin another ordinary walk through the corridor. Distortion… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Floor 13.

EN KISA ZAMANDA İNGİLİZCE DİL DESTEĞİ EKLENECEKTİR. HERKESE MERHABA! Bağımsız bir oyun geliştirme ekibi olarak, tutkuyla geliştirdiğimiz oyunumuz " Without Salvation "ı Steam'de yayınlamanın son aşamalarındayız . ✨ Bu süreçteki oyun desteği bizim için gerçekten paha biçilemez. Hayallerini dönüştüren bağımsız oyunlara ve geliştiricilere destek olmak isterseniz, bize bir kahve ismarlayarak bu yol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Without Salvation.

Rent is due. Your boss is a psycho. And the customers at 3 AM are acting very strange. You have been hired for the night shift, navigating the decaying streets of suburban America. Your job is simple: deliver the pizza, count the exact change, and do not keep the customers waiting. But as the hours bleed together, the line between a terrible minimum wage job and a psychological nightmare begins… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to These Roads are Terminal.

Orphic - The midnight shiftA night watch horror experience Orphic is a first-person horror game about detecting anomalies and subtle changes in the environment. The gameplay focuses on careful observation, memory, and noticing small changes in your surroundings. OverviewYou are assigned a single night shift inside a secluded museum. From 11 PM until dawn, your task is to observe the rooms and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orphic - The midnight shift.

Welcome to DERAIL, a psychological observation horror game set deep within the decaying, endless concrete tunnels of the New York City subway. You are trapped underground in a looping transit environment where your only objective is to survive escalating reality fractures. There is just one catch: Keep your camera ready and watch the platform. As you progress deeper into the transit network, the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DERAIL.

Terminal Shift is a psychological horror game set in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying looping nightmare. Escape by gathering numbers for the access code and surviving encounters with a threatening entity. Each loop contains a hidden number for the full access code. The number can be anywhere on the surface of the airport or can also be hidden as formed objects… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terminal Shift.

You find yourself trapped in a mysterious communal apartment filled with an eerie and unsettling atmosphere. There's no way out, and your only option is an old elevator with two buttons. The ChallengeWalk down the corridor and press the elevator's red button if you notice an anomaly—something that shouldn’t be there. Press the green button if everything seems normal. Your decisions will determi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOORMS.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Welcome to Hotel Overloop 1 corridor, 2 elevators, 8 floors, 50+ anomalies. Explore the enigmatic Hotel Overloop, where each floor repeats the same eerie corridor. Your goal is simple: navigate through this deceptive simplicity and escape the loop. Your Mission: Detect the Unusual: See something strange? Return to the elevator you came from to avoid worsening your situation. Proceed wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotel Overloop.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

In this game, you find yourself trapped in a seemingly endless parking lot, with the only goal: to escape by reaching Floor Zero. But beware, this is no ordinary parking lot. It's a twisted maze that loops infinitely, playing tricks on your mind and senses. If you se an anomaly... turn back! If you don't... then continue. KEY FEATURES:Anomalies Detection: Pay close attention to your surroundings… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape Floor Zero.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization

79% User Score Based on 29 reviews

SKUF BACKROOMS is a psychological horror game that takes the player to the Backrooms level, consisting of intertwining transition zones of post-Soviet living spaces. Key Features: Unique environment: Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of places where time has stopped its course and where people lose themselves. A terrifying foe: During your journey you may encounter the inhabitant of these places,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SKUF BACKROOMS.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

93% User Score Based on 61 reviews

You are locked inside a cinema. Your only way to escape is to follow the instructions of your task: Watch the same film clip repeatedly and search for flaws to break free. But this may sound easier than it is, every wrong decision or death will set you back. So be careful! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Last Clip.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

94% User Score Based on 6,321 reviews

Critic Score 93%Based on 2 reviews

You are trapped in an endless underground passageway. Take a good look around and find a way to escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Exit 8.

The Anomaly Protocol – Investigation on the Endless FloorsThe Anomaly Protocol is a psychological horror game focused on methodical observation, subtle tension, and liminal atmosphere. As an anomaly investigator, your task is to inspect an infinite series of apartment floors, identifying and documenting irregularities using a structured checklist system. Each floor presents a familiar yet unsettl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Anomaly Protocol.

THE APARTMENT LIESThe Apartment Lies is a first person anomaly horror game that challenges your perception, memory, and nerves. You are trapped inside a seemingly ordinary apartment building, but with each step forward, the environment subtly changes. Your task is simple in theory, yet terrifying in practice: spot what is wrong and choose the correct door to survive. Gameplay Overview The game i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE APARTMENT LIES.

You are trapped in a silent swimming pool. Everything is flooded, yet strangely calm. Swim through the endless corridors and chambers of this submerged pool. Watch closely, something is always just a little… wrong. Anomalies distort the stillness. When you notice one, turn back immediately. If nothing is wrong, keep going forward. Your only chance of escape lies in knowing the difference… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 10 Feet Under.

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.

The House Below is a short, first-person psychological horror game where atmosphere, tension, and subtle storytelling drive the experience. You awaken in a place that doesn’t feel real — a maze of dark rooms and crumbling hallways beneath the surface of something familiar. There’s no clear direction, no weapons, and no escape in sight. All you know is that you need to keep going… and that somethin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The House Below.

RE-EXIT is an anomaly horror game that challenges your perception and attention to detail. Trapped in a temporal loop caused by an unexplained anomaly, your mission is to observe your surroundings carefully, survive, and report any irregularities to find a way out. Gameplay Overview: Anomaly Detection: Each time you loop, scrutinize the corridor for any changes. Anomalies can be subtle or ove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RE-EXIT.

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.

Thomas takes a job as a night guard, and his job seems simple: check that everything is in order. But his shift turns into an ordeal when he has to spend the night in an eerie, cold and narrow cave. The oppressive atmosphere, strange sounds and the feeling that someone is watching you. Each step in the darkness brings him closer to unraveling the mysteries that the cave hides. Gameplay In the ro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to somnus.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

You entered by choice. Can you find your way out?The Soviet era has long faded into history. But its shadows still linger... In the heart of an abandoned scientific facility lies a mysterious anomaly. This place exists outside of time, reason, and logic. You are a scientist, an investigator accustomed to confronting the unexplained. But what awaits you here will turn your world upside down. Wha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soviet Anomaly 7.

"There Exists Nobody" is a spot-the-difference anomaly horror game. You dream of returning to the streets of your childhood, but find yourself trapped in a loop with no way out. Here, you will encounter various surreal anomalies—observe carefully and find them! Anomaly-Hunting Horror GameIn "There Exists Nobody," your task is to carefully look for anomalies on the street. Wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to There Exists Nobody.

You find yourself trapped in an abandoned school classroom, where space is warped, and anomalies lurk in the most unexpected places. Find them to escape — but beware: every choice leads to unpredictable consequences. Psychological tension, hidden threats, and a growing sense of dread will haunt you until the very end. Game Features Attention and Memory Challenge: Memorize the room’s details to sp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anomaly Rooms.

Story: Upon starting your new job as a night shift housekeeper, you start to experience strange events. Will these events reveal a dark secret? Or will they be the cause of your demise? Playtime:  ~25 minutes Controls: WASD - Move E - Interact R - Grab / Stop Grabbing Cart NOTE: This demo consists of two shifts (parts). The game is currently in development and will have mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Housekeeper.

You wake up from a nightmare. You can't count how many times you've had a nightmare this month. But this time, after waking up, you find some strange phenomena in your house. You want to go out to see, but the door is locked... In this game, you play as an ordinary man living in an apartment and trying his best to escape this nightmare. The main focus of the game is puzzle exploration, follow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Night.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

95% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Last Term is a spot the difference horror game. Trapped in a school, each floor appears the same. But is it? Look out for any anomalies to determine if it's different than the last. Progress to floor 0 to uncover how you ended up here. The final bell has already rung, but something won’t let go... Navigate through the school and familiarize yourself with the surroundings. There's 3 are… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Term.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, graphics

91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Trapped in what seems to be an endless hospital department. Carefully observe your surroundings in each loop to escape the Liminal Department PHENOMENON EXPERIENCE Explore an ever-changing hallway filled with unusual occurrences. Each loop could have multiple anomalies or none. Some are easy to spot, others are not. VHS MODE VHS tape style mode with zooming feature. Experience a nostalgic limina… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liminal Department.

40%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

52% User Score Based on 29 reviews

Instead of a traditional flashlight, a camera flash – a brief, flickering, blinding light that reveals dark secrets and leaves you in total darkness when it fades. Every step is a fight for survival, and the use of the flash completely redefines the way you explore dark locations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HorrorCore: Maze and Pools of Horror.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

76% User Score Based on 106 reviews

In Floor 9, you find yourself trapped in a mysterious hotel known as "Hotel Liminal." To escape, you must identify anomalies on each floor. These anomalies can be anywhere - on the ground, in paintings, or even right in front of your eyes. You must check every corner carefully, as one mistake will send you back to the beginning, to Floor 9. The game offers you a unique blend of eerie atmosphere, p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Floor 9.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 250 reviews

CAPTURED is an analog horror game where you capture anomalies on camera to escape what seems to be an endless hallway in your own home. Investigate mysterious phenomena, survive frightening entities, and reach the end of the hallway! Explore a procedural generated endless hallway filled with unusual phenomena and ever-changing rooms. Caught in a never-ending loop, leaving the house only leads yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CAPTURED.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,112 reviews

Fifth installment in the indie horror game series "I'm on Observation Duty". A spot the difference -type of puzzle horror game. Monitor live surveillance camera footage and spot anomalies ranging from furniture movement to intruders. Fix anomalies by filing a reports describing the type and location of the anomaly. You will need sharp eyes and good memory. The goal is to survive from 00:00 to 06:0… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I'm on Observation Duty 5.

Awakeness – Steam Description (Revised)Awakeness is a first-person psychological horror game set within Barzakh — a higher layer of reality that exists between states of being, where familiar spaces obey unfamiliar rules. You awaken as Yalda, alone inside an immense, distorted environment that feels unsettlingly close to reality, yet fundamentally wrong. There are no explanations, no guidance, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awakeness: YALDA Night.

You didn't choose this job. Debt did. Stranded at a remote gas station with nowhere to go and money you don't have, you take the night shift because it's the only option left. The pay is barely enough. The customers are strange. And something ancient has noticed you're here, something that was worshipped long before the asphalt was laid. Survive the week. Pay what you owe. Don't look at the shad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to They Stop for Gas at Night.

FRAGMENTS OF FEAR is an episodic psychological horror anthology that explores the terror hidden in the mundane. Each chapter tells a self-contained, found-footage story of fear and survival, while slowly piecing together a larger, ominous narrative. You know that creeping dread when you walk home alone in the dark, or when you are waiting in an empty room and feel someone watching you? This colle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fragments of Fear.

Within His View is a dual-perspective observation horror where watching the cameras keeps you safe — until it doesn’t. You’re deployed into a remote cabin deep in the forest, tasked with documenting a violent paranormal entity that feeds on fear, paranoia, and your sanity. The cabin is warm and nostalgic, lit by retro lamps and wooden interiors straight from the 80s… but every room around you is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Within His View.

Anomaly hunt observation duty For those unfamiliar with the genre: Your goal is to explore the house on night 0 and remember your surroundings. Then, on each subsequent night, explore the house again and look for differences. They can be subtle like moved furniture, missing items or noticeable as broken windows or creepy gifts. If you find any of these, scan it and then call the police using the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stalker from Willowfield St..

You are trapped in a strange resort, and every night you need to turn on the lights and check the entire room to ensure there is no danger before going to sleep. Once something goes wrong, the long night will loop endlessly. The danger that follows closely like a shadowDanger may be hidden in any corner. Do not let go of any weapons, bloodstains, or other dangerous objects that appear. Once dange… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anyone in the house？.

Solitary You wake up in a silent, white room. No clues. No instructions. No color. Only a chair, a bed, a table — and a voice that doesn’t seem too concerned with your confusion. Solitary is a short first-person psychological experience about isolation, routine, and the slow unraveling of reality. Designed with minimal UI and ambient storytelling, the game leads you through a series of surreal s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solitary.

You are trapped in a repeating street. Observe your surroundings carefully. Look for anything that feels wrong. If you notice an anomaly, choose correctly. If nothing is wrong, move forward. Every detail matters. The Exit Project: Backstreets is a first-person psychological horror walking experience where you are trapped in an endlessly repeating urban street. This short, atmospheric h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Exit Project: Backstreets.

Welcome to Two Doors, a gripping horror game that tests your powers of observation and your nerves. In this thrilling nightmare, you repeatedly return to the same dark, dimly lit environment that subtly changes. Your goal: to discover if anything in this room has changed - anomalies that could drive you insane. As you break the silence to observe the details, a painting may have shifted, a piece … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Doors.