Games like The House By The Lake
Looking for games like The House By The Lake? Here are top action recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tender, Red Hood or Darko.
- 84%Game Brain Score84% User Score 105 reviews
I would appreciate if you rate the game after you play it and if possible provide some feedback. This will greatly help the improvement of future tittles. <a href="<a href="https://shatterglassgames.itch.io/tender">Tender" class="redactor-linkify-object"&… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tender.
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- 49%Game Brain Score49% User Score 3 reviews
I would appreciate if you rate the game after you play it and if possible provide some feedback. This will greatly help the improvement of future tittles. <a href="<a href="https://shatterglassgames.itch.io/red-hood">Red" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://shatterglassgames.itch.io/… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Hood.
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- 50%Game Brain Score50% User Score 1 reviews
Acerca del juego: Las cicatrices del pasado se están abriendo y traen consigo terribles manifestaciones sombrías que dañarán tu psique hasta acabar contigo en Darko, un juego de terror psicológico desarrollado por Psicostudios. Ponte en la Piel de Alex, un joven que sufre un brote psicótico en su casa y que se ve obligado a encontrar sus pastillas para recuperarse. Sinopsis: Un fin de semana tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darko.
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- 36%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story58% User Score 12 reviews
You've just started a new job — as a 911 dispatcher. Your first shift should be simple: sit down at the computer, take calls, listen carefully to people, and decide whether a police unit needs to be sent. At first, everything seems ordinary. Suspicious individuals, fights, noise complaints, domestic incidents — the usual dispatcher's work. But then a call comes in from an unknown number. A fright… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 911 Dispatcher: Unknown Caller.
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Welcome to Paranormal Mission, the thrilling spot-the-difference game that will put your powers of observation to the ultimate test! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paranormal Mission.
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- 38%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay62% User Score 13 reviews
Stories to Tell is a saga of psychological horror video games where each episode is based on dreams/nightmares that I, the developer, have had. (the episodes are short). -This is the second video game in the saga. In "Stories to tell - Downhill Cemetery" you are a young Japanese man named Hiroshi who decided to move to a new house, he did not know what awaited him... key features of &… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stories to Tell [Alpha 2] - Downhill Cemetery.
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- 47%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay61% User Score 28 reviews
Paranormal Placeis a first-person psychological thriller. The main emphasis of the game is on the process of exploration, the tension slowly builds up, creating complete and vivid immersive effect.Short description:The main character is a blogger Alex. He runs his own channel and searches for paranormal trends there. Now he goes to an abandoned buildings, where were military barracks in the past, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paranormal Place.
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- 74%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay74% User Score 54 reviews
The Forgotten Tapes: Twisted Forms is now available for wishlisting on Steam!https://store.steampowered.com/app/2239000/The_Forgotten_Tapes_Analog_Nightmares...Twisted Forms contains 8 creepy games all focused on the theme of Body Horror!Want to try out one of the games before purchasing the entire package? Check out The Door by Luke Van Zandt available here: https://lukevanzandt.itch.io/the-door … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forgotten Tapes: Analog Nightmares.
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You grab your equipment and drive to a forest parking lot near the crime scene. There you find the first clues that the extent of this family tragedy appears to be far greater than you first suspected. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Vic.
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- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization89% User Score 28 reviews
Silence is survival in Home Invader, a first-person psychological thriller that blends stealth, tension, and puzzle-solving into a grounded yet unsettling experience. As Rushad, a contract infiltrator hired for a dangerous assignment, you must enter a private estate, uncover sensitive information, and escape without being detected. Every step matters. "In a place where you do not belo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Home Invader.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music78% User Score 138 reviewsCritic Score 30%2 reviews
Step into the mind of John Morley, a 1940s detective on his final case. Explore shadowed places long forgotten by time, and piece together crime scenes in a narrative adventure steeped in mystery, unexpected twists, and a truth buried for decades. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Case of John Morley.
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- 57%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional93% User Score 12 reviews
The Shopping list is a full length mystery-psychological story rich horror game experience that blends unsettling scenarios with intense characters and a nostalgic retro theme. Rediscover your past as you try to make yourself at home in a new town. Enjoy different encounters and puzzles while talking to the locals, and finish the shopping list as the mysteries of the town watches from the shadow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shopping List.
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This game is a combination of a maze and a spot-the-difference game. You play as a person who has fallen into a coma, trapped in a very peculiar place. Try to find the right exit in order to wake up... Detailed description : You play the soul of a person who has fallen into a coma. You find yourself trapped in Trevis' dream. Trevis was a man who also fell into a coma, but he never woke up. H… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Try to Wake Up : The Legend of Trevis.
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- 61%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics75% User Score 32 reviews
Case of the mysterious death of Keiko Haraeda Japan, September 12, 1999, at 8:00 p.m., Ms. Keiko Haraeda collapsed in her room and was found dead. Although the police have ruled that there is no case and closed the investigation, many puzzling points remain, and the family is still calling for information. About this Video This video was recorded on a videotape from an unknown sender that was s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Case of the mysterious death of Keiko Haraeda.
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The Remains of Dahlia is a short first-person investigative psychological horror game about a husband trying to uncover the truth behind his wife’s disappearance. STORYIn the early 2010s, a housewife known as “Dahlia” was reported missing after running away from home. Her husband, Bowo, filed a report with the police, but the investigation yielded no results. With no clear answers, Bowo decided… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Remains of Dahlia.
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- 41%Game Brain Score41% User Score 6 reviews
<a href="<a href="https://shatterglassgames.itch.io/the-mine">The" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://shatterglassgames.itch.io/the-mine">The</a> Mine by Shatter Glass Games</a> Descriptio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Mine.
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Release Information Hey everyone! The game has been in the works for over a year now, and I'm pleased to say that the game is now very close to getting released! While I'm not entirely sure about the exact release date of the game, I'm aiming for spring/summer of this year! A lot of the levels are almost fully finished and all they need is game mechanics, along with some other small things! Sta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kenophobia.
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- 93%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding93% User Score 174 reviews
Bleeding Roots is a short horror walking simulator taking place throughout the seasons. Water the plants in your garden, learn about them, and grow along them over time. Immerse yourself in a story about loss, grief and obsession. The controls are simple, moving the character through tank controls and reading up on the environment with an interact key. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bleeding Roots.
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- 75%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability75% User Score 52 reviews
■Synopsis "CRUELTY" is a Japanese-made splatter horror. You were in an accident and lost consciousness. The moment you wake up, you find yourself in a nightmare world, one that is not of this Earth. In an abattoir ruled by madness, horrific scenes unfold, and inescapable terror awaits you. To survive, you must solve numerous mysteries in this world of fear while evading the gaze of monstrous bei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CRUELTY.
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- 83%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization83% User Score 685 reviews
This is an indie horror from the first person, in which you find yourself in an area called Kowloon in search of cheap housing. The inhabitants of this place only at first glance seem to be ordinary people, but if we dig deeper, we will see their real faces. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Welcome to Kowloon.
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- 84%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding84% User Score 1,487 reviews
A free, VHS styled, first-person found footage horror game, which runs exactly for 5 minutes and 30 seconds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SEPTEMBER 1999.
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- 68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay68% User Score 258 reviews
In the social network, the main character plays the quest "Hide and Seek", but this time the organizers decided to move the quest to the real world. They indicate the coordinates of the place where the quest item was hidden, the one who finds it first will receive a cash prize. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You_Must.
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- 51%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story51% User Score 2 reviews
About the game Throughout the game, you can play 2 main characters to understand the tricky story. Be aware! Each character tells you their side of story. None of the storytellers are the bad figures in their stories. You are the best judge! Good luck! DESCRIPTION John, a tortured father whose life is turned upside down by the sudden and tragic death of his daughter. Ana, a guilt-stric… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Facade.
View Game - 43%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization58% User Score 24 reviews
I am Sorry is a live-action graphic-based thriller puzzle game. A janitor, hired for a cleaning job, enters a mansion. As the janitor proceeds with cleaning over multiple sessions, they notice unusual phenomena that differ from before and eventually uncover a horrifying truth. Object Investigation You can interact with various objects for cleaning or puzzle-solving. Investigate objects and p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I am Sorry.
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You are Subject 35452.Trapped in a claustrophobic psychological experiment, you must observe each floor of a compact testing facility and decide whether an anomaly is present. Inside the elevator, two buttons determine your fate: choose correctly to advance, or make a mistake and be sent back. As you progress, anomalies become subtler and more deceptive, pushing your perception to its limits. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IT WATCHES.
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Aquarium Anomaly is a short first-person observational game inspired by Exit 8 and Platform 8, set in an endless aquarium shark tunnel. Watch for anomalies, and trust what you think is normal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aquarium Anomaly.
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In The Greys: Human Abductions, you discover top-secret documents and unsettling alien evidence. As you explore, encounter strange noises, bizarre events, and the chilling possibility of abduction. Will you uncover the truth or become the next victim? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Greys: Human Abductions.
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"Killer Apartment" Synopsis Joyna, Ross, and Ivan are college classmates who agree to explore an abandoned apartment in the jungle. After entering the complex and derelict apartment, Joyna and Ivan go missing, leaving only Ross behind. You will play as Ross, a survivor who wakes up in an abandoned apartment deep in the jungle. Your college friends Joyna and Ivan have mysteriously dis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abnormal1999:Apartment of Death.
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A first-person perspective mystery puzzle-solving game. In the 1990s, a young Chinese individual established a website called Abnormal1999 in the United States, which collected a large amount of abnormal cases and events. Meanwhile, in China, a police officer named "Liu Qingchun" also founded the 403 Intelligence Division, which similarly gathered abnormal intelligence. Over the course of more tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to With in the Obscurity.
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- 73%Game Brain Score73% User Score 36 reviews
<a href="Beside" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://askgames.itch.io/beside-myself">Beside Myself by ASKGAMES</a>Beside myself is a first-person psychological thriller. Explore an abandoned hospital, gradually revealing all the secrets of the past that can lead you to genuine horror. WARNING: This video game can cause photosensitive epilepsy in suscepti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beside Myself_Demo.
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Urban Horror Story - Xiao Li's Diary story background Vlog author Xiao Li is an urban white-collar worker engaged in financial work. He usually likes to collect various video materials, often visiting unfinished construction sites, abandoned hospitals, unknown caves, etc. in the middle of the night. His "Zishan Huomu Vlog" has more than 200,000 fans. This also makes him more… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 都市恐怖故事.
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- 37%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:stability56% User Score 18 reviews
The Unsettled is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore a mysterious School with horrifyingly realistic environments, and enjoy a genuinely terrifying experience. Note: The game can get a bit challenging at times, so if you get stuck, you can follow this easy Tutorial Walkthrough.StorylineYou are an investigative journalist willing to take risks and dig deep to uncover the stories no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Unsettled.
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"Midnight Report" is a rogue-lite 3D survival horror game in which a student (the protagonist) who is having hallucinations while staying up all night writing a report struggles to escape from the hallucinations filled with terrifying monsters. Players use items and gimmicks to overcome threats and aim to escape from the randomly generated fantasy world with their friends. Features Of Th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 徹夜報告書 | Midnight Report.
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- 80%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay86% User Score 44 reviews
Experience Harry's story of battling multiple personalities and his severe case of schizophrenia. In this First-person horror game, you battle the hallucinations and illusions your mind creates. You misjudge reality and quickly lose control over yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Residence.
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- 41%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, optimizationMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay64% User Score 14 reviews
"Unknown. Unseen. Unidentified." Mike is the main character, a journalist always chasing the story behind the story. He gains access to an apartment, where a family once lived and was killed by someone whose identity remains unknown, which is a terrible incident. “Screaming In The Basement” is a first-person psychological horror game, delving into an evil rooted beyond darkness, a realistic a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Screaming In The Basement.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:emotional, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere100% User Score 45 reviews
"Do you think a house can dream?"Ritual Static is a surreal first-person photography horror game following a young man in his childhood home the day before a big move. Use a digital camera to explore an ever-changing haunted house. Take pictures during the dreaming day and waking night. Surf the television, sink into static, and rot in the dark. Features: Search for family kee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ritual Static.
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- 92%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization92% User Score 50 reviews
STEAM https://store.steampowered.com/app/3447620/Christmas_Story/ Christmas Story is a horror game that blends the warmth of Christmas evenings with chilling mysteries. The average completion time is 60 minutes One winter evening, a grandson travels to a quiet, snow-covered village to visit his grandfather. The village house is filled with a cozy Christmas atmosphere: the fire crackles in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Christmas Story.
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- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay72% User Score 47 reviews
You woke up in the basement of your home and don’t remember anything... When you go up to the house, you see the Christmas decorations and garlands and remember that it is family holiday time and time to get ready for it, while your wife and son went out to the store to do some shopping... Suddenly the doorbell sounded. Opening the door, you see that someone left you a gift box... What's inside… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dark Gift.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability94% User Score 2,953 reviews
RATSHAKER is the fun and quirky solution to all your rat problems! Hold on to the RAT, shake your arm, and watch life’s problems disappear! How far can you go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ratshaker.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development96% User Score 233 reviews
Ignited Entry is a full length narrative driven psychological horror game with voice acting, dreamish visuals, and horror elements that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ignited Entry.
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- 83%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere83% User Score 71 reviews
DON'T FACE UP is a first-person horror game.Story You wake up in a building you don't recognize. No, you can't remember who you are, let alone the building. You have lost your memory. The words "DON'T FACE UP" are left at your feet. Unsure of what it means, you proceed to explore the building. You will have to find out what happened to you and what happened to this place.Rule They will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DON'T FACE UP.
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- 65%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability83% User Score 29 reviews
THE GAME IS AVAILABLE IN STEAM https://store.steampowered.com/app/2975160/Rose_and_Cross "Rose and Cross" is a short psychological horror in the genre of "walking simulator. Average time to complete the game: 40 minutes ATTENTION: Some people may experience seizures when exposed to flashes of light and flashing images, even if they have never been diagnosed wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rose and Cross.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization96% User Score 97 reviews
CHAPTER 1 of 3 of Fear the moon An old group of friends unknowingly go camping in The Wolfman's territory deep inside an Ohio forest. Features Cinematic story telling. Realistic immersive art style. Effective jumpscares. Approximately 25min.Save System.See full game page below for features of the full game! This is chapter one of three for my upcoming game "FEAR THE MOON". FULL GAME OUT… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fear the Moon.
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- 32%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay50% User Score 14 reviews
This institution was built in a very interesting place and had an interesting history. It was built on the site of a former hospital for the mentally ill, the only one of its kind. People suffering from a number of ailments spent their last days there. But for some reason, the institution was closed permanently. The patients were distributed to other hospitals, and the two-story building and the a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Night Guard.
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- 60%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability60% User Score 58 reviews
The horror game Whispering Lane takes you to an abandoned house on Whispering Lane Street. Darkness reigns on the street, and strange noises stir unease among the neighbors. The main character, police officer Jackson Harrowfield, is sent to investigate the residents' report. Soon, he will uncover the secrets of this dark house. Enter the world of mysteries and dangers, experiencing two amazing sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispering Lane.
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- 30%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story44% User Score 18 reviews
Warning: OVRDARK is an intense virtual reality game that may cause dizziness or discomfort in some individuals. It is strongly recommended that players take regular breaks during the gaming session to prevent visual fatigue and potential adverse effects. If you experience dizziness, nausea, or discomfort, it is advised to immediately stop playing and take a rest. The health and well-being of playe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OVRDARK: a Do Not Open story.
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- 90%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability90% User Score 89 reviews
The Black Within is a single-player first-person psychological horror. When selling her soul for fame and fortune, Laila Rose faces the consequences of her actions. A tale of Greed, fear, and change. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Black Within.
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- 51%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story59% User Score 37 reviews
Chaperone is a first-person psychological horror game. The events are completely real. Supernatural events taking place in an atmospheric and constricting closed house, events of unknown cause. You can enjoy being scared to the fullest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaperone.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay67% User Score 70 reviews
SURVIVE Progress through the horrifying hospital, try not to fall prey for the monster who is somewhere in the darkness. Solve puzzles to get a step closer to the exit and making your way out of this nightmare. Your journey will only get more and more twisted, and troubled, as you move on. THE MONSTER The monster goes on a killing spree once it escapes its enclosure, and wreaks havoc, killing cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon Of The Dark.
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- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story69% User Score 54 reviews
DISCLAIMER: This game is intended to be played by a mature audience. SYNOPSIS: Although you are having car problems; you make it to work on time. Your midnight shift starts like any other night. You clock in and take care of your routine tasks all while attending customers. Everything seems fine, until a particular set of events start to unravel, and you are faced with what can only be des… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Shift.
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