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Games like The Nightmare Escape

Games like The Nightmare Escape

Looking for games like The Nightmare Escape? Here are top survival puzzle recommendations with a horror and thriller focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Whispers in the Void, RealEscape or One Night At The Shack.

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  1. IMPORTANT NOTE The game's main focus is on exploration, as the tension slowly builds to create an even more immersive experience. The storyline is revealed through surreal visualization and implicit contextual details. Don't forget that this is a complex and unusual game in many ways. Whispers in The Void is a first-person psychological thriller. Explore a mysterious mental hospital in an atmosp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispers in the Void.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Imagine a place where the line between reality and nightmare fades away. Welcome to The Lethe. Once a sanctuary for society's most fragile minds, The Lethe concealed a sinister truth beneath its facade of healing. What was meant to mend the broken was, in reality, a twisted experiment designed to shatter the soul. In RealEscape, an immersive 3D single-player escape room game, you’ll confront t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RealEscape.

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  3. 32%Game Brain Score
    32% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    One Night at the Shack is a psychological horror adventure where you explore a sinister shack haunted by vengeful spirits. Engage in intricate puzzles tailored to each ghost's tragic story, unraveling mysteries and uncovering the dark truth behind their haunting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Night At The Shack.

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  4. "The Hope" immerses players in a chilling first-person horror survival experience, where they assume the role of Sebastian, a grieving father haunted by the disappearance of his daughter, Emily. When Sebastian receives a mysterious letter beckoning him back to his long-forgotten hometown, he embarks on a desperate journey filled with perilous encounters and heart-wrenching revelations. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hope.

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  5. The 2015 mobile horror classic with 2 million downloads is back, reimagined for PC! Witness your own dark ritual, solve the mysteries of a cursed village, and outrun a colossal celestial demon. Experience a surreal journey where reality shatters and every shadow hides a curse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curse in the Village - Remastered.

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  6. SUBJECT 33 is a story-driven psychological horror game set in an abandoned asylum. You are Ephraim, sent on a mission to uncover what happened before its sudden closure in 1984. As you explore, the line between reality and memory begins to blur — and the truth you uncover might destroy you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUBJECT 33.

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  7. Obscuria 2 is a horror and adventure experience created in Unreal Engine 5, where you will investigate an abandoned island with many secrets, mysteries and scares. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OBSCURIA 2.

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  8. 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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  9. Immerse yourself in STATIC : THE BEGINNING , a horror adventure where Clara's quiet evening turns into a nightmare. Navigate a Moroccan riad, face sinister cultists, battle terrifying monsters, and uncover dark secrets. Can you help Clara escape the horrors that await? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Static: The Beginning.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Enter the twisted realm of the Backrooms. Explore 100 procedurally generated rooms, and survive with up to three friends in intense co-op action. Unravel the secrets, beware of lurking entities. Find the way out or become lost forever in the depths of the Backrooms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backdoors.

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  11. The nightmare begins here. Will you survive Carly's curse? About the Game"FearCarly" is an immersive first-person psychological horror experience where you play as Carl Johnson, a detective sent to investigate strange occurrences in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. But something is off... The asylum seems haunted by a malevolent presence—a little girl named Carly. The player must exp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FearCarly.

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  12. Locked In My Darkness 2: The Room is a slow-paced, first-person psychological horror game with a focus on atmosphere, exploration, and puzzle-solving. It is not an action or combat-heavy experience. Estimated playtime: 2 to 3 hours. Multiple endings available. Locked In My Darkness 2: The Room is a first-person psychological horror game that places you in the shoes of Yuki Tachibana, a Japanese hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Locked in my Darkness 2: The Room.

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  13. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Overview "Work at Caleh's™" is a spine-chilling survival horror game developed by OfficialXnEd Games. Set in the shadowy corridors of Caleh's, a company with a dark and twisted past, players must navigate a nightmarish environment teeming with terrifying monsters. Combining atmospheric storytelling, strategic gameplay, and intense survival mechanics, "Work at Caleh's™" challenges players to uncove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Work at Caleh's.

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  14. D.E.V Bloodline Is A Indie Horrorgame Find out who you are Find the truth about youre mysterious Nightmare Face your own FearsFeaturing: Beautiful, unique and handcrafted Envoirments Handcrafted Enemys Testet Envoirment Realistic and Skincrawling Features Gameplay A Storyline to follow Action Gameplay featuring: Puzzle Games, Collectables and more A Deep Story 3 Heat Seeking Enemys t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEV Bloodline.

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  15. Step into the unnerving depths of psychological horror with The Oldest View: RollingGiant, a co-op found footage horror game. Unravel the mysteries buried beneath an abandoned shopping center as you and your friends navigate a labyrinth of terror, where every corner hides a new nightmare. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Oldest View: Rolling Giant.

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  16. Dr. Crimson suggests a different approach. He believes the key lies in prolonging the induced state, pushing the subject deeper into the convergence points. “Let them linger,” he wrote in his latest notes. “Let them witness.” What if the monsters you feared... were born from your own memories? Crimson Theory is a psychological horror game that blends mystery, survival, and dream logic in a surre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crimson Theory.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    About the Game: Beyond The Illusions Beyond The Illusions is a psychological horror game developed as a prototype in just 50 hours, delivering an eerie blend of puzzle-solving, atmospheric terror, and psychological twists. This first-person experience drags you into the depths of a cursed and near-deserted forest, where reality blurs and nothing is as it seems. You play as Dan, a heartbroken teen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond The Illusions - Original.

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  18. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Alright, you absolute legends—or degenerates, depending on the day—welcome to Beyond the Illusions, a 10-minute shitshow where one dude’s birthday goes from “my ex dumped me” to “am I tripping balls or is that lava?” I’m dVlpr, the sleep-deprived lunatic who puked this mess into existence over 55 hours of caffeine and regret, then “remastered” it with 25 more hours of “why the hell am I doing this… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond The Illusions.

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  19. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Re: Lapsed (Tech Demo) is a 1st Person Horror Experience inspired by games like Resident Evil, Silent Hill and the PT Demo. Dive headfirst into the chilling depths of the human psyche in "Re: Lapsed," an immersive first-person psychological horror game that will test the limits of your sanity. Prepare to unravel a dark and enigmatic narrative that blurs the line between reality and the surreal, le… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Re: Lapsed.

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  20. A psychological horror game that blurs the lines between love, fear, and reality. The story begins with Eve Levine, a college student caught in a nightmare after being abducted on a rainy evening in the shadowy St. Peters Park. Her fiancé, Adam Hale, a poet haunted by his own creations, must confront the darkness that emerges from his mysterious writings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispers of the Dead.

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  21. Dive into Follow Nightmare, a psychological horror adventure where gore and macabre tales intertwine. Face a terrifying enemy and its nightmarish creatures. Survive through combat and parameters that customize your adventure. Dare you face the horror? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Follow Nightmare.

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  22. Medieval Anomaly is an atmospheric first-person psychological horror co-op game set in a dark medieval world. Explore decaying castle corridors, scan the surroundings for anomalies and survive unpredictable supernatural events. Observe every detail closely and raise your score to escape the madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval Anomaly.

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  23. Stolen Life is a first-person psychological horror game. While working late, you hear a sudden scream from a coworker. Rushing to investigate, you find everyone is gone. As you search for answers, you uncover hidden secrets in your home and discover your wife is not home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stolen Life.

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  24. Sleepover at Li'l Timmy’s is a spine-chilling horror puzzle game where you, the player, are invited to a seemingly innocent sleepover at the home of your friend, Li'l Timmy. What begins as a cheerful evening of games and snacks quickly turns dark, and you soon realize that Timmy is no ordinary child. As the night progresses, you’re forced to confront supernatural forces and twisted beings that lur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleepover at Li'l Timmy's.

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  25. Explore an abandoned liminal space. Uncover dark secrets through eerie exploration and environmental storytelling. Evade unpredictable supernatural entities and face psychological horror. Will you reveal the truth or become another lost soul? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms.

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  26. Welcome to the world of our thrilling first-person horror game, "Conquered Dread" Prepare to embark on a chilling and suspenseful journey as you navigate the treacherous depths of a mysterious cave to save your friend from an evil cult. But beware, as you must remain stealthy and outsmart a relentless red-hooded henchman who will stop at nothing to capture you. Story: In "Con… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Conquered Dread.

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  27. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    76% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    In the Backrooms: Exit from Supermarket, you find yourself trapped in a labyrinth of endless, flickering aisles. Unearth dark secrets behind every shelf while evading lurking apparitions and supernatural terrors. Can you survive the haunted corridors and escape before the nightmare consumes? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms: Exit from Supermarket.

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  28. For years, Lisa has been haunted by dreams of a burning mansion. When she recognizes the place from a late-night television documentary, she decides to uncover the truth behind the nightmare in this story-driven first-person horror adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pineview Drive 2 - Rising Storm.

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  29. Enter the dark and twisted world of Swine's Revenge, a first-person horror game. Play as a police officer investigating disappearances around a secluded farm. What starts as a routine case quickly descends into a nightmare as you uncover sinister secrets lurking in the shadows. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swine's Revenge.

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  30. A first and third-person horror revival of Roberta Williams' Mystery House - the 1980 classic that invented the graphic adventure. A game night in an abandoned Victorian House turns deadly. Solve its puzzles, uncover a buried legacy, and escape before the house kills you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystery House.

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  31. Step into the darkness of the Fukushima Asylum where the walls whisper forgotten secrets, and every shadow hides a threat. Tenshi is an intense, bodycam-style horror experience that plunges you into a world of paranoia, desperation, and fear. Explore the eerie halls of an abandoned asylum, uncover its chilling history, and survive against relentless enemies that only move when you aren’t looking. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tenshi.

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  32. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    You can find all the latest news and updates on the game's page on Gamejolt, I actively update content there. Spectrum Shift on GameJolt Now Powered by Unreal Engine 5 We are excited to announce that Spectrum Shift has transitioned to Unreal Engine 5, unlocking incredible potential for stunning visuals and immersive gameplay. To help us bring this vision to life, we are actively looking for a te… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spectrum Shift.

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  33. Red Door Yellow Door is a first-person psychological horror game. Starting with what seems like a normal ritual but quickly revealing its sinister nature. Beware, something malevolent lurks in the shadows. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Door Ylw Door.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    "Echoes of Despair" invites you on a chilling journey into the heart of an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Take on the role of Sarah, an investigative journalist, and explore the mysteries surrounding the troubled past of the hospital. Uncover the truth behind inhumane experiments and long-buried secrets as you navigate through haunted corridors inhabited by supernatural entities and tor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes Of Despair.

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  35. 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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  36. 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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  37. A psychological horror game set in a forgotten village. Solve environmental puzzles and uncover the truth behind Ethan’s crumbling mind trapped between memory and madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deathmind.

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    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    58% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Immerse yourself in a chilling nightmare where the darkest corners of the past come to life to haunt you. This is a tense first-person psychological horror game that transports you to the heart of an abandoned police station. This is a place that the city authorities are preparing to demolish, but its walls hold too many untold stories and unbearable human despair. A DEEP DIVE INTO THE PAST: The… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Resolve.

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  39. Story Kyle wakes up with a headache, not realizing he has survived a helicopter crash. He finds himself alone on a farm, surrounded by wreckage. His team is dead, and he must recover the pilot's remains to complete their mission. As Kyle assesses his injuries, a bright flash of light envelops him. Suddenly, he is floating in space, wearing a space suit. Just then, a friend appears and tells hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nightmare of Pandemic - Kyle's Story.

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  40. Nil is trapped in a cursed village that appears only under the full moon. To escape, he must solve twisted puzzles and uncover hidden secrets. Myth of Valderit is a first-person psychological horror experience. The village is alive. It remembers. And it knows your deepest fears. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Myth of Valderit.

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  41. Step into the depths of the city sewers, where a catastrophic toxic chemical spill has mutated the local wildlife and insects into bloodthirsty abominations. You are tasked with recording and navigating the hazardous environment to cleanse it of the toxic chemicals that turned creatures into mutants If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zooparasite.

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  42. The Game lol[/img]{STEAM_APP_IMAGE}/extras/The_background_thing_for_steam.png About the GameDescription "Tower Of Lies" is a spine-chilling horror platformer that plunges players into a realm of shadowy mysteries and relentless suspense. Set in a foreboding, desolate landscape shrouded in darkness, the game unfolds a captivating narrative that blurs the lines between reality and night… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower Of Lies.

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  43. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Paranormal detective Harry Walters investigates the mysterious case of the missing Gilman family. Following rumors of supernatural events, he visits their abandoned home for clues. He uncovers disturbing memories and a hidden hatch leading to a mysterious area beneath the house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evil Lurks Below.

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  44. About This Game Welcome to an immersive horror experience where the familiar becomes unsettling, and the mundane turns into a waking nightmare. Explore an abandoned liminal space trapped in the eerie twilight of darkness, where reality blurs and the past refuses to let go.Game Overview:In Backrooms you take on the role of a lone explorer drawn to a forgotten neighborhood by cryptic messages and h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms.

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  45. Step back into the eerie atmosphere of 90s survival horror with The Yamamura Estate, an indie horror game that pays homage to the golden age of PSX graphics featuring Sadako Yamamura. Immerse yourself in a haunting world filled with unsettling anomalies, cryptic puzzles, and a story that unravels in the shadows of a forgotten estate. About the Game: In The Yamamura Estate you play as a r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Yamamura Estate.

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  46. This is the sexual content removed version of "The Feast of Terror - A Night Hunted By Beauties - ". This is featured for streaming in the platform such as YouTube. Please stream on your own risk though. Hello, anyone there? ...No answer. Wait, why won't the door open? Suddenly, women's laughter echoes around. Mad women are on the attack! Solve the mysteries of the mansion and sur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Feast of Terror [Pure Edition] -A Night Hunted By Beauties-.

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  47. Welcome to PROJECT: Gaya, an immersive and mysterious adventure game that plunges you into the eerie depths of a forsaken forest. Take on the role of Alex, a lone explorer stranded in this haunting woodland, where ancient artifacts hold the key to unlocking the dark secrets that shroud the surroundings. Explore a Creepy Forest: Embark on a spine-chilling journey through a visually stunning yet un… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PROJECT: Gaya.

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  48. 0%Game Brain Score
    0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Sleepwalk is an independent first-person horror and survival game. Players wake up in an unknown location with no memories and embark on a journey to uncover the story and escape, solving complex puzzles while being pursued by mysterious threats. The oppressive atmosphere, immersive gameplay, and the intensity of the chases make Sleepwalk a distressing and engaging experience for fans of horror an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SleepWalk.

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  49. Torn Veil is a psychological horror game that immerses you in a chilling tale of moral decay in a deeply unsettling atmosphere to deliver a haunting experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Torn Veil.

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  50. Just Updated Dr. Yaga Lost House Chapter two coming soon! About the Game Dr. Yaga Lost House Step into the shoes of a fearless video content creator in Dr. Yaga Lost House, a first-person psychological horror game that will keep you on edge. Known for exploring haunted houses and sharing his experiences with the world, our protagonist dec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Yaga Lost House.

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