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Looking for games like The Astonishing Captain Skull? Here are top action recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Vanishing In The Island Halphéra, Something Eerie or Clocked.

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  1. An apocalypse looms, but only within a restricted, isolated area unknown to the rest of the population. A group of skeptical professional researchers, armed with legends and studies, decides to personally verify the existence of the island of Halphéra… but something goes terribly wrong. Ancient secrets lie hidden among lush forests, while supernatural creatures relentlessly hunt you in a post-a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanishing In The Island Halphéra.

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  2. 38%Game Brain Score
    38% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Join Ruby and her friends as they embark on six adventures in the strange town of Eerie Creek. After finding a mysterious journal, the gang set out to solve the mysteries of creatures that haunt Eerie’s waterways. Navigate through the story pathways safely using your water safety knowledge and decision-making skills to solve the final mystery. This game contains: WATER SAFETY EDUCATION … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Something Eerie.

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  3. The adventure takes place in a steampunk universe, within a Great Clock (thought as Big Ben), an unpretentious building where scientific activity takes place, as part of research into new energy sources... or so the story goes. You take on the role of an automaton, limited to moving, running and interacting, accompanied by a calculator-being that will stick with you until the end of the adventure.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clocked.

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  4. 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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  5. Step into the metallic boots of an abandoned robot and fight back against an army of virus-infected machines. Sneak or battle your way around the facility, uncover its secrets, and isolate each section from the network - before it's too late... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Redundant.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    100% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/OYHGameWebsite: http://www.play-OYH.com Discord: https://discord.gg/aTsFNy8a7Q ---------- On Your Hands is a game that fuses challenging first person puzzles with spine-chilling horror. Inspired by Portal, Quake, and Half-Life, in On Your Hands you think fast - or die faster. THE STORY SO FAR You have no idea where you are. You've awoke on what seems to be an alien pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to On Your Hands.

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  7. Unravel handcrafted puzzle dungeons and confront your demons in Park Story — a reimagination of the classic top-down action RPG. Trapped, Parker must defeat Caim to escape haunted Mahagow Glen Country Park, helping friendly ghosts with unfinished business and unlocking the park’s deepest secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Park Story.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 534 reviews

    Scavenger SV-4 is a highly replayable atmospheric first-person science fiction game. Part simulator, part roguelike, it has elements of action, combat, resource management, and a dash of horror. It is not quite like any game you have played before. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scavenger SV-4.

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  9. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    53% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    About the GameA dark horror game in which the protagonist, Liam, embarks on an expedition to an island to find treasure and earn money. But the island holds secrets and horrors. Over time, the expedition turns into a nightmare from which he must escape... You'll experience a story-driven gameplay that explores various locations and interacts with characters. You can pick up and examine objects … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Spooky Island.

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  10. Ghost of the Past — a sci-fi adventure about the price of human curiosity. Track ghostly signals, survive encounters with an unknown enemy, and unravel a mystery the Fleet has chased for decades—while paying an unfathomable price for the answers. Story HookAn abandoned base on Mars. A signal that defies explanation. An enemy you cannot see. What if the greatest mistake is the very urge to know? R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost of the Past.

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  11. DEEPLY is an underwater adventure about treasure hunting, gear upgrading, and exploring a mysterious ocean. Dive off your raft, gather resources, discover artifacts, upgrade your equipment, and gradually get closer to the legendary ship your father devoted his life to. • Explore the DepthsDive into a vast underwater world filled with ruins, caves, sunken yachts, ancient structures, and hidden loc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEEPLY.

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  12. Imago Season is a true narrative roleplaying experience. Explore an alien city inhabited by human-insect hybrids. Roll dice, join a revolution, become a mutant yourself. What are you willing to do in order to find your truth? The choices are yours, but so are the consequences. You wake up naked and soaking in a cold cave. Something has gone wrong. In the place where you expected to find your me… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imago Season.

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  13. 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. You come for answers, but find only the remnants of innocence. These walls once filled with children's laughter, but… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firefly Shelter.

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  14. When our story begins, it is 1898. Far from home and at the very start of her career, Eleanor Rosewood is determined to prove herself in a world that does not welcome her easily. Plagued by recurring nightmares about her father’s death, Eleanor struggles to move on until she witnesses a killing disturbingly similar to what she has seen in her dreams. What she once believed to be imagination may… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Victorian Dread.

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    This game is still in development by only one person. Kary, an intriguing suspense game where you take on the role of a brave girl who finds herself alone and her house is being haunted by ghosts. Face your fears as you explore the dark rooms and hallways, where ghosts lurk in the shadows. Use your weapons, a camera and a lamp to move forward and defend yourself from the ghosts. Discover spe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kary.

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  16. Note: Some of the features mentioned in this description are still not activated in the game or not visible because this version is only an incomplete trial version. The complete preliminary version will be released at the beginning of September 2025. Project: Null point – Game Description “What if your only way out… was buried deep in a world that wants you forgotten?” Step into the voi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project: Null point.

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  17. DWARF LAND Embark on a legendary journey into the heart of Dwarf Land, a realm brimming with astonishing landscapes that whisper tales of ancient grandeur and untold treasures. In this immersive 3rd person open world, you shall forge your destiny as the last of the stout dwarves, a survivor in a world shattered by thieving darkness. Craft Your Saga: Unearth your legacy as a resilient dwarf, your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dwarf Land.

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  18. The Switch Protocol is a multiplayer co-op horror experience where trust is a luxury. Work together to explore a vast, eerie facility and recover the five critical components needed to power an ancient portal. But not everyone wants to escape. A hidden player has been compromised. Assigned a secret role, they walk among you—silent, unseen, and with the power to become something far more dangerou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Switch Protocol.

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  19. Project Shadowglass is a love letter to classic immersive FPS stealth sims such as Thief, Deus Ex, and System Shock, built with unique 3D pixel art technology. You play a struggling thief, mysteriously tasked by an anonymous source to "acquire" ancient artifacts hidden across the realm. To succeed, you will need to rely on your wits and tools of the trade to pull off seemingly impossibl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Shadowglass.

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  20. Stranded and alone, you must scavenge resources, craft weapons, build shelters and fight your way through a treacherous open-world environment teeming with monsters, wildlife, forgotten temples, and derelict research facilities. Beware, you are not the only one exploring this lost land, for a mysterious dragon freely roams the skies and stalks the grounds, and it is never too far away. ISLAND… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragonfall.

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    BEFORE YOU BUY: "Missing" is a short horror adventure that is meant to scare the player. Based on a true story, my game is about finding a way out of an abandoned buried cave complex after the player has entered it. "Missing" is a storyline experience and to understand the game you have to pay attention to every detail. STORY: The game "Missing" takes place in the y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missing.

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  22. You awaken in the remnants of an ancient Ardent Protectorate facility, long abandoned and overgrown. The Aetherium Nexus, once the heart of the planet’s defenses, lies dormant. Without it, the Eldran corruption spreads unchecked, defiling the land and consuming its magic. Craft powerful gear, discover new spells and unlimited spell combinations, unleash destruction that alters the landscape forev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ardent Wilds.

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  23. Embark on an amazing space adventure with the eccentric genius — Professor Galaktionov and his voice assistant Sara! When scientists discovered an ancient satellite with an alien crystal orbiting the Moon, they had no idea what dangers and wonders this mysterious object held. Together with the professor and Sara, you must unravel its secrets and experience incredible adventures. Get Ready for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Профессор Галактионов и начало робоапокалипсиса.

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  24. It’s not finished. The walls aren’t clean. The lights flicker when I’m tired. But I’m still here, getting the place ready for you. Try not to die before the performance is complete. Welcome to ... There is no game, Reed. Not really. This is a system. A story. A study in choices. And you're the variable. But if you're insisting on a summary, then fine. For your sake—or mine— I’l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Promethean Project.

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  25. Victim Complex is an eerie, atmospheric survival horror game about exploring a haunted apartment complex, where several people have already died under mysterious and tragic circumstances… and whatever killed them is still lurking, hungry for blood. Put your wits and your ghost-hunting tools to work to solve the mystery of all those deaths– before it’s too late to prevent your own! FEATURES Make y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Victim Complex.

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  26. Dunhuang — A Mystery Awaits, A Tale Unfolds. Step into the heart of Dunhuang’s Mogao Caves, where ancient whispers linger on painted walls and lost melodies yearn to be heard. Journey through time in this immersive puzzle adventure, unraveling secrets woven into the fabric of history and art. Discover. Decipher. Awaken the past.  Will you unveil the hidden echoes of Dunhuang? ------ Devel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dunhuang2.0.

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  27. 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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  28. "Secrets of the Haunted Mansion" is an immersive interactive adventure game that transports players into the dark and mysterious world of an abandoned and haunted estate. Step into the shoes of an explorer, ready to unearth forgotten secrets and unravel intriguing puzzles. Key Features: Exploration: Traverse through old corridors and antique chambers as you delve into the uncha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of the Haunted Mansion.

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  29. Lost Empire 2977 is a single-player, action RPG, set in a futuristic sci-fi universe, in the year 2977. Discover your past while fighting of an unknown force that hunts you. To uncover the lost secrets of your kind, you must follow the non-linear storyline and gather a team to aid you in your missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Empire 2977.

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    Wake up in the medieval fantasy world of Podnabu! You are the guardian of a magical sword. Fight against hordes of skeletons and monsters. Solve mysteries and become a real hero! Many wanderers have fallen into the tangled secrets of this world, remaining in the dark even after death. But perhaps it is you who can uncover the true essence of this world. Explore mysterious dungeons and a flying cit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Podnabu.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    https://store.steampowered.com/app/4361240/Radiance_of_Souls/?curator_clanid=477...The death of her parents was only the beginning of the nightmare. Elena arrives at her yacht at the remote island station “Atlas.” In her bag are death certificates, and in her heart is the hope of finding support from the only person close to her, her brother Ilya. But the island greets her only with the hum of ge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radiance of Souls.

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  32. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    76% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Broken by guilt after a fatal accident, Mark accepts a mysterious job. But Potter's Field isn't looking for a guard; it’s looking for a prisoner. Orchestrated by revenge, your shift is a psychological execution. Watch the shadows, face your sins, or join the graves you protect. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Untold Memories: Potter's Field.

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  33. Bloody Night Cult is a horror game inspired by the aesthetic of the 2000s, featuring low-poly VHS graphics. Dive into an experience where fear and mystery intertwine. After the disappearance of your brother, who went to work in a quiet rural town, you find yourself in a desperate situation. The local authorities have failed to find any clues, and now it’s up to you to follow in his footsteps an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloody Night Cult.

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  34. A major update arrives MAY 16th 2025.  The Wickie 2.0 rebuilds and expands the original game with new puzzles, enemies, and story elements.  You’ll encounter strange machines, haunted corridors, and rewritten sequences—especially in the reimagined opening aboard the ship. This is the definitive version. Built for exploration. Built for mystery. Built for you. Go where you want. Figure it out y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wickie : Journey of a Lighthouse Keeper.

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  35. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    The Second Installment of (The Lingering) Series. Welcome to (The Lingering) Graveyard Visit.(The Lingering) is an episodic atmospheric horror series, inspired by true horror events and urban legends in Indonesia. Each episode tells the unsettling stories of those who cross paths with the lingers. In (The Lingering) Graveyard Visit, play as Eki, an 11-year-old boy visiting his late father’s gra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to (The Lingering) Graveyard Visit.

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  36. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Explore the vast ocean, survive deadly encounters, and uncover the secrets of a lost island. Adrift in SilenceThe ocean is calm. The sky burns orange. You’re alone until the storm crashes down, and the nightmare begins. Isle of Lost Souls An island cursed by science. Dinosaur souls roam the land, restless and powerful. Burning Wilderness The jungle ignites around you. Shadows roar through the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNEXTINCTION.

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  37. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    71% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Investigate a series of brutal crimes in a remote Arctic town in this psychological horror experience steeped in oppressive atmosphere. Step into the shoes of Detective James Northland and confront the terrifying beast threatening to shatter your sanity in this unsettling tale of mystery. Venture into a frozen, isolated setting where reason fades with the storm in Echoes in the Storm, an inte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes in the Storm.

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  38. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Into Death and Beyond is a gripping first-person survival horror game set on the hostile planet XB32-ENT. As bounty hunter Mark Helkins, scavenge for resources, solve puzzles, and confront terrifying mutants. Unravel dark secrets and capture a rogue alien before it hunts you down. Will you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into Death and Beyond.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    A short zero-gravity horror game where you investigate a religious research station gone silent. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BURN.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    NEDRA is a story-driven, atmospheric action-adventure blending survival horror with cosmic terror. Set in a Soviet-era Antarctic station, all the explorers have vanished without a trace, leaving you to uncover the chilling truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NEDRA.

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  41. After a night filled with nightmares, you find yourself in an unfamiliar mansion. All you know is that you must escape... But this place is no ordinary building; it’s a labyrinth filled with dark forces that are constantly trying to catch you. In every corner, in every room, dark memories from your past come to life, and every death pulls you back into the same nightmare. The only way out of thes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cursed Loop.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:character development, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.Game Features Simple 2D action that can be played easily! Explore the intricate ruins to obtain new skills! Collect 70 different treasure items! Collect crystals to enhance your status! There are more than 70 areas to explore and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garm Ruins.

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  43. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    (English version below) Estás solo en medio de una tormentosa noche, atrapado en tu coche averiado en una carretera desierta. La oscuridad es palpable, y el viento gime como un eco de lamentos. Desesperado por encontrar ayuda, te aventuras a través de un cementerio sombrío que se extiende en la dirección de la única fuente de luz que vislumbras: una antigua mansión envuelta en leyendas aterradores… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZX Terror House (Bandai).

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  44. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 624 reviews

    Why Am I Dead At Sea is an adventure game where you solve the mystery of your own murder. As a ghost, you will have to possess people and use them to investigate your surroundings. But in this place no one is who they seem...and everyone has a secret. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Why Am I Dead At Sea.

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  45.  Item: # SCP-[REDACTED] Object Class: Keter  Special Containment Procedures: If SCP-[REDACTED] is encountered while in its dormant state, it must immediately be transported, isolated, and contained before it can “awaken.” It must be contained using Protocol AL-76432 and if encountered in the first contact area. The area must be shut down and quarantined. No civilian is allowed in the area, and a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nyctophobia: Fear the Dark.

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  46. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    The storm appeared suddenly, tossing Robin's ship against sharp cliffs. Shipwrecked and lucky to be alive, he finds himself on the beach of a mysterious island inhabited by strange friends...and enemies. Now, to find a way home, he must explore, make allies and master the mysteries of his new surroundings. Mysterious Island offers a unique mix of adventure, role-playing and real-time strategy,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysterious Island Remastered.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    It's a winter night. You're returning home by train. It's been a long time since you've been there. You just have to transfer to another train. Just a moment's wait at a small train station in the middle of the forest. You're familiar with this - it's not the first time you've traveled this route. However, this time, a strange uneasiness accompanies you. Something is different. Something is n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Queen of Moths.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Step into the mind of Mike and explore the depths of a twisted reality in this heart-pounding psychological horror first-person platformer. Dodge deadly obstacles at every turn and unravel the truth hidden deep within Mike's psych as you navigate his tormented memories. But beware; she is watching your every move. Can you solve the puzzles and escape this nightmarish world before its too late? … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Unknown.

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  49. Intense survival experience based on a Sci-Fi, space terror script. Unravel the story of Ferdinand Ludec as he attempts to escape his fortune. Partially procedural world along with different endings to the story. Hunger, avoiding insanity and extreme weather will only be some of the threats to face. Ariel - There is no way out - If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ariel.

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  50. A sci-fi visual novel where the lives of your crew are in your hands. Investigate a mysterious space station. Make your choices, live with the consequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Distress: A Choice-Driven Sci-Fi Adventure.

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