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Games like The Backrooms (UPDATED!!!!)

Games like The Backrooms (UPDATED!!!!)

Games like The Backrooms (UPDATED!!!!)

Looking for games like The Backrooms (UPDATED!!!!)? Here are top simulation recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Liminal Leap, THE BACKROOMS or LIMINAL SHIFT.

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  1. 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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  2. Welcome to the Backrooms! Embrace the despair of the endless, monolithic yellow maze. How long will you endure? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE BACKROOMS.

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  3. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    83% User Score Based on 155 reviews

    A unique atmospheric suspense game developed using the latest Unreal Engine 5 technologies such as Lumen and Nanite. With every step you take, Liminal Shift pushes you deeper into an eerie, unsettling experience like no other. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LIMINAL SHIFT.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    In Hotel 188, there are no monsters chasing you or cheap jumpscares. The fear comes from somewhere else: the atmosphere, the silence, the sound of your own footsteps… and that constant feeling that something doesn’t quite fit. You wake up in a place you don’t recognize. Time doesn’t move forward, the rooms feel the same but different each time you return to them, and the only path is forward...… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotel 188.

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  5. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    HE FOLLOWED ME"HE FOLLOWED ME" is an episodic psychological horror game BASED ON A TRUE STORY PLOTI never thought something small could turn into something like this. It started with an argument at work. Nothing serious. Just words. But after that… I kept seeing the same car. Outside the restaurant. Across the street from my house. Near the market late at night. At first, I told m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to He Followed Me.

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  6. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    About this game You play as a broke office worker who’s tired of barely surviving on his monthly paycheck. One night, you get an idea that could finally change your life: Buy abandoned houses. Search them for anything valuable. Sell what you find. Get rich. Simple, right? But the deeper you step into those forgotten properties, the faster you realize you’re not alone in them. Ea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Remains.

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  7. A first-person horror escape game, set in the terrifying Bottomless Backrooms. You awaken to find yourself in a maze-like labyrinth. A killer rat is after you. Your best chance is to collect all of the cheese to escape before it kills you first. Features: Uncover two unique levels — Easy and Hard Mode Intelligent AI rat that becomes increasingly quicker as you collect cheese Immersive audio … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms: Escape the Rat.

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  8. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    -Note- Due to exposure issues some screenshots may appear completely black on your monitor. While there is no way to fix this in  a screenshot, a brightness option is available in the main menu to prevent this within the game. -Backstory- With numerous missing persons reports tracing back here, camp Gehenna has always been a curious location. The park manager never seemed too worried about the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Case 67.

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  9. I STRONGLY RECCOMAND TO DOWNLOAD THE GAME. The browser version can cause issue and not working as it should.  The game is still very incomplete right now, will be regluary updated until will be fully completed. A Signal. A Whisper. A Mind Unraveling. ________________________________________________________________________ The Moon should be silent. But you hear something. But how far h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to APOLLO 19XX.

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  10. Brutalismus: Chapter 1 is a short Brutalism inspired first person walking simulator, atmospheric exploration experience. Where The air is thick with an eerie silence, enjoy the comfort of the safe rooms, and find a way trough the unknown. Discover strange notes, and feel the empty atmosphere. Prepare for the unforeseen consequences... and well also sometimes you may be left wondering, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brutalismus: Chapter 1.

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  11. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    -Note- Due to exposure issues some screenshots may appear completely black on your monitor. While there is no way to fix this in  a screenshot, a brightness option is available in the main menu to prevent this within the game. -Backstory- With numerous missing persons reports tracing back here, camp Gehenna has always been a curious location. The park manager never seemed too worried about the sit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Case 67.

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  12. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 143 reviews

    Take a night shift job in a place that runs on habit, not purpose. Restock shelves, take deliveries, clean the mess, and try to make it till morning. Not everything feels right and you’re never quite alone. Something waits in the dark. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corner Shop: NightShift.

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  13. English [Click Here] 简体中文 [点此查看] 繁體中文 [點此查看] - - - [English] - - - THE BACKROOMS WELCOME TO THE NEXT ROOM.  THERE IS NO LAST ROOM. Made in 7 Days for the SCREAM JAM 2025 Under the Theme "Horror"  SCREAM JAM 2025 - THE BACKROOMS Top 15% Aesthetics | Top 26% Horror ⚠️ CONTENT WARNINGS This game contains sensitive themes and elements, including suicide, despair, depressing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE BACKROOMS | 后室.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    77% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameSasaeng (사생): An obsessive fan who invades a celebrity’s private life, often following them excessively and disregarding personal boundaries. Key Features There are two endings. We recommend watching both endings. (Hint below) Estimated playtime: About 1 ~ 1.5 hour for first-time players. Chapter save system supported. Game Info The glamorous life of a K-POP ido… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sasaeng | 사생.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    89% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Left By Angels - Based on the real Left By Angels MansionA descent into guilt, grief, and the unknown. After your wife vanishes without explanation, her face resurfaces—captured in the shattered window of a long-abandoned mansion by urban explorers. The footage makes national headlines. You follow the only lead you have. But something is wrong. The building isn’t in ruins… It’s pristine. Aliv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Left By Angels.

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

    LIMINAL WATERS is a liminal space walking simulator,  enchanted by the radiant beauty of Unreal Engine 5.6. Explore unique and never bevore seen environments. No Monsters. Eerie atmosphere and feelings of unease, confusion, and confinement may arise. Subtle events and sophisticated sound design immerse the player in the game world – there is no interface or mission objectives. The focus is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LIMINAL WATERS.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 573 reviews

    The Lightkeeper is a psychological horror game set in the atmospheric and heavy ambiance of the 1920s. 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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  18. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    80% User Score Based on 94 reviews

    Chorus of Carcosa is a psychological horror game inspired by the classic horror fiction of 'The King in Yellow' collection by R. W. Chambers. You play as a sculptor who is forced to abandon his place of comfort one night, when a blood-soaked neighbor knocks on his door. Experience the fear of facing the unknown. Survive an ever-changing decrepit apartment building filled with dangers and mysteri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chorus of Carcosa.

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  19. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    81% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    The Sushi Bar | 寿司バー is a Japanese-style horror game where you play as a sushi chef working the night shift. The playtime is 50-60 minutes. There is one ending. Immersive Sushi-Making Gameplay: Embrace the role of a sushi chef as you prepare a variety of dishes like sashimi, sushi rolls, and other Japanese dishes. Follow simple steps to chop and roll. Theme: Unique VHS-style aesthetic. The gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sushi Bar | 寿司バー.

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  20. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    78% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    Forgotten Hill: The Third Axis is a point-and-click adventure that challenges you to solve puzzles in a creepy mansion. Explore eerie rooms, use inventory items, and decipher clues. Play to escape the mysteries! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotten Hill The Third Axis.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    47% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    A girl abandoned in the basement of a hospital for some reason. Escape the hospital avoiding the doctor who abandoned the girl in the basement! Complete the story through hidden foreshadowings and various devices throughout the map and find out why the doctor abandoned the girl in the basement. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 13iew.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    63% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    You are on the night shift at the mall. While you were taking over, your partner went missing. You hear noises all the time. You need to find out what they are and find your partner. As you pass, you will need to find the keys and open locked rooms. First person game with horror elements. Explore the mall and its rooms, collect batteries for your flashlight. Darkness can conceal a variety of myste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Guard.

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  23. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    85% User Score Based on 311 reviews

    Welcome to Hello Guest, beloved Hello Neighbor 2 pre-alpha, a stealth horror thriller about an advanced, self-learning AI. You take the night shift as a security guard at the abandoned Golden Apple Amusement Park where a creature is hiding in the shadows. The AI-Powered creature learns from your movements. It's afraid of the light and always tries to sneak up from behind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hello Guest: Hello Neighbor 2 pre-alpha.

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  24. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 274 reviews

    The Backrooms 1998 is a first-person found footage psychological horror survival game where it tells the story of a young teen after accidentally falling into the depths of The Backrooms in 1998. Roam freely, mark, explore and try unravel the story - however you are not alone. Don't scream. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Backrooms 1998.

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  25. In a small town in the 1980s, you are the lone night shift news editor on duty when strange, violent reports begin flooding the newsroom. The government has issued a lockdown. Emergency alerts are spreading. No one seems to agree on what is really happening. Confined to the newsroom, you must uncover the truth through old-fashioned reporting and analog technology. Answer incoming phone calls,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Static Hour.

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  26. The Fall of Zorata is a free, single-player, first-person 3D narrative puzzle game. One complete playthrough takes about 20–30 minutes. The story is linear with a single ending. There is no combat and no multiplayer. Story & Your GoalIn the 18th-century fictional desert town of Zorata, locals built an underground palace to house a golden relic called the Golden Sea Hoard. You have been thro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fall of Zorata.

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  27. Spectrends is a deep, story-rich adventure. Final art and screenshots will be updated as development progresses.  final release will have no AI content every update will improve and eliminate AI one step at a time.  Early Access With user feedback all bugs will be squashed, in early access there is a unique feature that includes a 30-minute timer. if players do not like this feature there wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spectrends.

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  28. The cheapest parking lot in town.  Welcome to the booth.  You’ve got a simple job: operate the gate, let the cars in, and make sure the generator doesn’t die before dawn. People park here because it's cheap, but it’s their fuel that keeps your generator running. No cars means no fuel. No fuel means total darkness—and trust me, you don’t want to be here when the lights go out. The Boss say… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STROZOWKA.

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  29. It is recommended that you play Jolly Junction: Static Screams, before playing this game! After the events of 'Jolly Junction: Static Screams', you must escape from the Propmaker’s grasp. Only this time, you aren’t working alone. You discover new depths of the studio, encountering new threats that reside in the great beneath. Remember, your job isn’t over just yet… Face the Jolly Crew…… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jolly Junction: Risky Rebellion.

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  30. Commutator is an instrument-only horror game set in a dystopian future where human perception is replaced by sensors and code. You are an operator sitting behind a terminal, guiding a remote unit through the darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commutator.

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  31. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Scatter On Surface Extension For Gdevelop This extension allows you to scatter and place objects procedurally on height map 3D object or any 3D model. The extension comes with its own LOD system that specifically work with this extension. The objects can be scattered as instanced meshes or regular objects. Important Notice: The extension is still in development, so future updates might now be c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scatter On Surface Extension For Gdevelop.

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  32. Episode 2: Late Lines FMLate Lines FM is a first-person, story-driven psychological horror experience. Your night shift at 107.9 FM turns into a nightmare when the forbidden 99.9 frequency emerges. When the cursed song begins to play, you must cover your ears but to find the radio, you have no choice but to listen. On this night, you won’t just face dangerous frequencies, but also Ethan Morris’s … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fragments of Dread - Late Lines FM.

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  33. The Night Shift Becomes an Endless Nightmare... "Session Notes: Night Vigil" is a chilling first-person psychological horror adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Step into the silent, eerie corridors of a small-town hospital where a dark secret lurks in the shadows of the night shift. Face the Shadow of Death You play as Luna, a dedicated nurse working in what seems … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Session Notes: Night Vigil.

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  34. You somehow ended up inside a labyrinth in the night where some mysterious creatures are hunting you down, you are not the first one to get there as some people left some notes probably before dying. Luckily you brought some stones with you, they do not seem to be useful against these monsters but you could use them to orient yourself while you try to get out the labyrinth. the monsters are very d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape The Labyrinth.

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  35. You know the smell. That specific, papery-ink scent of a fresh booster pack cracking open. You know the weight of a deck in your hands, the one you stayed up until 2 a.m. sleeving and re-sleeving because the mana curve just wasn't quite right. You know the quiet hum of a local card shop on a Tuesday night, the low murmur of trades being negotiated, the sudden yelp when someone pulls the one chase … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Primateria: Reburn.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    In "Visiting Grandma", you step into the shoes of a grandson who arrives at his grandmother's house for a cozy stay. The eerie silence of the countryside is broken only by the creaking of the old wooden floors and the distant howling of the wind. As you explore the dimly lit rooms of her old home, your grandmother begins to reveal the creepy story of her sister, Eliza. What starts as … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Visiting Grandma.

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  37. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    78% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Step right up to Carnival of Souls, a heart-pounding first-person, rogue lite, shooter set in a twisted carnival world filled with strange dimensions. Navigate vibrant landscapes connected by mysterious portals and face relentless waves of enemies. With an arsenal of powerful weapons and upgrades at your disposal, your success depends on quick thinking and skill. How long can you survive the Carni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carnival Of Souls.

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  38. -Story- After a long, stressful day at work, you step outside into the cold winter night and head to your friend's house to hang out. As you walk you start to feel something is off, your surroundings are seemingly changing. The streetlights begin to flicker, and strange figures stalk you. It feels as though the world around you is shifting into a past timeline you don’t belong in. A chill crawl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Palesterg: Echoes From The Past.

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  39. 71%Game Brain Score
    71% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    You receive a mysterious note on Christmas Eve telling you to go to an abandoned maze.  "The best gift there is" is waiting for you in the middle. Find all 3 unique endings! Ending 1 Clue In the end, I couldn't escape Ending 2 Clue I need to escape this place! Ending 3 ClueMaybe all this monster needs is some relaxation, I should lead it somewhere it can chill a bit Controls:… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The best gift there is.

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  40. You are trapped in a Hotel by accident Check the list of how to deal with abnormal symptoms around the starting point Escape by going down to the first floor while carefully observing your surroundings Find out all the signs of abnormality in the hallway If abnormalities are found, you can move on after solving them through coping with abnormalities. If you don't find any abnormalities, you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninth Hotel.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    87% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    You bought a box of VHS tapes at a flea market. Now you need to look through them and select those on which there are supernatural, scary, violent events, in general, everything that may be interesting to the viewer. Get the full version on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3501370/BANNED_TAPES/ Maximum playtime: 10 minutes Follow me if you liked the game there will be game updates i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BANNED TAPES.

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  42. A mystery puzzle game that you want to play through in one evening! Step into the eerie elegance of Hotel Luximinal, where every corridor tells a story and every corner hides a secret. This is no ordinary hotel. Strange occurrences, shifting objects, and unexplainable anomalies await your discovery. Will you solve the mystery of the disturbances, or be consumed by the hotel forever? 7 Levels… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotel Luximinal.

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  43. COMANOMALY is a mix between whodunnit mystery and horror game, with different randomly selected culprit each playthrough. The title is a portmanteau of Coma (state of deep unconsciousness) and Anomaly (abnormalities). Our demo is frequently updated, so check often, or click the follow / wishlist button above to be informed.  It's 1985. You are Susi, a nurse working for Sudaritra Hos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hanturium.

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  44. Trapped in Darkness You find yourself lost in a dense, eerie forest during a heavy rainstorm. In the distance, you see the light of an old, secluded house. Seeking shelter from the storm, you step inside, but quickly realize it’s a trap. A demonic entity has imprisoned you within the house, and the only way forward is through a series of rooms filled with dark secrets and intricate puzzles. Rac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light in the woods.

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  45. 36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    50% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Dreamlocked is a 3D psychological horror game where you and up to three others descend into surreal, procedurally generated dream layers filled with fear, puzzles, and unknown entities. Each session features randomized objectives, unpredictable monster behaviors, and unsettling environments that evolve as you progress. Features include: Procedurally generated levels with recurring and random th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreamlocked.

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  46. 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.

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  47. The Echoes of Me: A unnerving psychological horror where your house becomes a maze of time & memory. Once a brilliant scientist obsessed with simulative technologies, your latest work has fractured something fundamental. Now, trapped in your own home, you sense something is deeply wrong. Rooms shift. Clocks lie. And something in the house knows you’re awake. The Echoes of Me pulls you into a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Echoes of Me.

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  48. Game Overview"99%" is a first-person survival horror puzzle game set in an eerie research facility. The protagonist, having lost all memories, explores the twisted and terrifying environment in a desperate attempt to escape. StoryYou awaken in a dimly lit room within a dark facility. All you hear are faint mechanical sounds echoing through the shadows. You have no memory of why you a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 99% - 残された被検体 -.

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  49. Bad Sector 3 is a psychological horror game where every room may conceal corruptions you must detect to move forward. Make three mistakes, and you’ll be thrown back to the previous floor… forced to start all over again. Advance through an unstable structure that reshapes itself with every attempt: rooms shift, turning the path ahead into an unpredictable maze. The mechanical irises will grant you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BAD SECTOR ³.

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  50. Watch the Latest Update VideoLatest Update Summary New Character Models!New Lighting!New Camera! Heart of Prince [قلب الأمير] Two Years. One Gang. And a Heartstruck Leader. You play as Prince, a 17-year-old leader of The Alley Cats—a crew of orphaned kids who look to him for everything.  After a sudden heart attack, Prince learns his time is short.  He turns his life around, embracing Is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Prince [قلب الأمير].

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