Games like Sym
Looking for games like Sym? Here are top platformer recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with In Between, Nihilumbra or White Shadows.
1 View Game75%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding83% User Score 223 reviewsCritic Score 66%10 reviews"In Between" is a puzzle-platformer game that follows the story of a man coming to terms with his mortality. Players must navigate through levels that represent the five stages of grief, solving puzzles that incorporate unique mechanics based on perspective and time manipulation. The game features a contemplative narrative and atmospheric art style to create a thought-provoking experience.
View Game2 View Game86%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsmonetization, stability87% User Score 2,618 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews"Nihilumbra" is a single-player platformer game with an interesting plot and stellar game mechanics. As the character Born, players will use colors to gain abilities and transform the world while trying to escape from the relentless Void. With sensational graphics, stunning music, and a highly emotional story, players will face grinding and a challenge in the second half of the game: the Void Mode. The game is designed for all to enjoy, whether they have puzzle game experience or not.
View Game3 View Game80%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsstability, optimization83% User Score 574 reviewsCritic Score 73%2 reviewsWhite Shadows is a dark, atmospheric puzzle-platformer set in a dystopian world. As a mysterious blackbird, players explore a white, oppressive city, solving puzzles and uncovering the secrets of this monochromatic society. With its striking visuals and thought-provoking themes, White Shadows offers a unique and immersive gaming experience.
View Game4 View Game85%Game Brain Scoreatmosphere, storyreplayability, grinding92% User Score 20,194 reviewsCritic Score 75%7 reviewsLimbo is a dark, atmospheric puzzle-platformer. The game follows a boy's journey through a treacherous world filled with dangerous traps and hostile creatures. With its moody black-and-white visuals and haunting soundtrack, Limbo offers a unique and immersive gaming experience.
View Game5 View Game85%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, replayability92% User Score 827 reviewsCritic Score 78%12 reviewsShady Part of Me is a narrative puzzle game. It tells the story of a little girl, frightened by the light, and her shadow. Together, they try to get out of the dreamlike world in which they are locked.
View Game6 View Game63%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, replayability76% User Score 348 reviewsCritic Score 29%4 reviews"Four Sided Fantasy" is a surreal puzzle-platformer where you can wrap around the screen edges to loop between the game's four sides. Experiment with this mechanic to solve creative puzzles and explore a world filled with beautifully designed landscapes and compelling narratives. The game features four chapters, each with a unique atmosphere, offering a fresh take on the screen-wrapping concept.
View Game7 View Game94%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability97% User Score 92,552 reviewsCritic Score 91%34 reviews"Celeste is a narrative-driven platformer about Madeline's journey to climb Celeste Mountain, battling her inner demons and challenging obstacles along the way. The game features over 700 screens of tight platforming, including brutal B-side chapters, with simple and expressive controls. With an IGF-nominated soundtrack, Celeste explores themes of self-discovery and redemption."
View Game8 View Game83%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, replayability87% User Score 2,906 reviewsCritic Score 40%14 reviews"INMOST is a single-player horror platformer with a hauntingly atmospheric pixel art world, offering an emotional and intimate story of loss and hope. Play as three different characters and utilize unique gameplay styles to solve puzzles, avoid traps, and escape evil. The game features stellar graphics, perfect music, and a 3-5 hour experience, intended to be played in a single-sitting on a dark, stormy night."
View Game9 View Game95%Game Brain Scoregraphics, storyreplayability, grinding95% User Score 3,877 reviews"MANDAGON is a single-player mystery platformer game with an intriguing story, splendid visuals, and a sensational soundtrack. Explore a world inspired by Tibetan theology and philosophy in a non-linear fashion, with an emphasis on in-game storytelling and atmospheric sound design. The DLC includes a digital art book, soundtrack, desktop backgrounds, and a paper cube fella printout for a narrative-led experience."
View Game10 View Game71%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, replayability71% User Score 110 reviews"Soulless: Ray of Hope" is a 2D pixel art metroidvania game where you play as a soul-less knight. Explore a vast interconnected world, fight challenging enemies, and discover the truth behind your existence. With no checkpoints or save points, every decision matters in this unforgiving yet rewarding adventure.
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