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Games like The Other Side of Despair (DEMO)

Games like The Other Side of Despair (DEMO)

Games like The Other Side of Despair (DEMO)

Looking for games like The Other Side of Despair (DEMO)? Here are top survival role playing recommendations with a horror and mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Corn Maze: Rebirth, Crimson Theory or 夜弦之音 - Echoes of Nocturnal Chords.

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  1. Trapped in a massive corn maze, you must survive monstrous threats, uncover hidden truths, and follow cryptic notes from a mysterious figure. Shoot, scavenge, and explore twisted portals as you unravel a dark conspiracy blending science, cults, and control. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Corn Maze: Rebirth.

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  2. 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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  3. Game InformationEchoes of Nocturnal Chords is the second full-length horror puzzle RPG created by the author of Feather Of Praying. The game continues the world view of the previous work, focusing on atmospheric immersion and narrative experience, making it suitable for players who enjoy immersive stories and light puzzles. About the Game When all darkness fades away When the torn pages guid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 夜弦之音 - Echoes of Nocturnal Chords.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    83% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    Play as a little girl named 'Luna', and survive from the dark being while discovering the secrets behind her. The more you traverse on her memory, the more you will discover dark truths that lie deep inside. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luna.

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  5. WARNING: This game may potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. IMPORTANT: This game requires patience and attention to detail to solve all of the puzzles, stories, and achievements. The stories unfold through unique visualization with subtle environmental clues to offer players a unique narrative experience. Because of this, this game could be deemed a little diffic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dismay.

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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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  7. Step into a nightmarish world where the boundaries of humanity have been shattered. In this first-person survival horror experience, you are a wrongly accused prisoner trapped in a high-security prison. Behind these bars, the government has conducted sinister, illegal experiments that have unleashed a deadly disease, turning inmates into mutated zombies. Explore the dark corridors of the prison a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Rebirth.

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  8. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    The Permanent Residence pulls you into the unsettling world of an isolated bungalow shrouded in mystery and dread. You step into the shoes of a traveling musician, stranded after your shows are suddenly canceled. Desperate and tempted by a 50% discount, you take up an offer to stay in this strange house, blissfully unaware of the horrors that await. The once-quiet halls now hum with whispers, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Permanent Residence : Souls Kept.

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  9. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    56% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Instead of a traditional flashlight, a camera flash – a brief, flickering, blinding light that reveals dark secrets and leaves you in total darkness when it fades. Every step is a fight for survival, and the use of the flash completely redefines the way you explore dark locations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HorrorCore: Maze and Pools of Horror.

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  10. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    60% User Score Based on 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 amazin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispering Lane: Horror.

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  11. Trapped in darkness, uncover secrets, face nightmares, and survive the unknown. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Misguided Remastered.

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  12. ABOUT THIS GAMENamiko is a PSX-inspired psychological horror game focused on atmosphere, restraint, and emotional storytelling. You play as Namiko, a young girl navigating spaces shaped by ritual, belief, and unresolved trauma. Horror in Namiko is not loud or constant — it lingers in silence, distorted memory, and the unseen presence of something watching. This is a slow-burn experience where vu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Namiko.

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  13. Will You Be Able to Recognize Yourself? Step into the shoes of Sipriest, a gruff and solitary man no longer capable of recognizing his own reflection. Every attempt to observe himself unveils an altered, unfamiliar face. As his body feels like a puppet controlled by an intangible force, Sipriest’s fractured life takes a sharp turn when he begins to hear a soft, disembodied female voice guiding him… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Splitting Image.

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  14. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Join Firva in a dark and fantastical medieval realm as she embarks on a perilous quest to save her mother and sister. Explore a world filled with breathtaking landscapes and daunting challenges that will test your wits and bravery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firva Strings of Fate.

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  15. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Malevolent Madness invites players into a tension-filled horror adventure, offering an experience rich in mystery and puzzles. A mysterious time machine unleashes extraordinary powers that could disrupt the balance between universes, but this discovery becomes a significant threat to humanity in the wrong hands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malevolent Madness.

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  16. This is a world made up of flowers and dreaming worlds. You were born into this world as someone's helper. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Rose.

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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. Absolute Tenebra is a third-person survival horror focused on exploration, puzzle-solving, light-based mechanics, and stealth. The game is set in the decaying halls of the Wardheim Museum, a place where art, obsession, and the supernatural merged into something alive. You play as Eleanor, a mysterious woman with an unknown past, trapped in a labyrinth of forgotten halls and whispering shadows, whe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolute Tenebra.

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  21. Darkfall Shadows: Dr. Grimshaw's DescentStep into the ominous world of Darkfall Shadows, a 2D puzzle-adventure where light and darkness weave a haunting tale of guilt, obsession, and the unravelling mind of Dr. Alistair Grimshaw. Drawn to the decaying Darkfall Manor by the disappearance of a young girl, you, the detective, embark on an investigation that will lead you through twisted dimensions, u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkfall Shadows.

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

    GHOST CAM is a haunting ghost photography VR and PC experience where you search for spirits to capture—but what happens if a ghost captures you? Armed with a paranormal-detecting camera and a torch, you’ll explore an abandoned bedroom that twists into a shifting labyrinth of secrets. Hunt for ghosts and capture them on film. Piece together a hidden story lurking beneath the surface. Beware… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GHOST CAM.

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  23. No Return is a first-person psychological horror game set in modern-day China. With a focus on family tragedy, the story unfolds as our protagonist is mysteriously prevented from returning home by an unseen force. Can he navigate a nightmarish maze of hallways and uncover the disturbing truth? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Return.

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  24. Main story Step into the shoes of a police officer assigned to investigate an earthquake at the renowned "Santa Margarita" school at year 2003. Your mission is to uncover the truth behind the incident and reveal the school's dark, hidden history. Throughout your investigation, you'll encounter various paranormal events that defy explanation. Or can you unravel the mys… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earthquake: Margarita School - Definitive Edition.

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  25. Step into the eerie world of '[ANOMALY TAPES]: Beyond Reality,' a retro analog horror game that takes you on a spine-chilling journey through a series of events. Each tape you find brings you closer to uncovering a dark secret, but beware—the anomalies are always lurking. Explore: Navigate through 8 main levels, each filled with unique challenges and atmospheric horror. Survive: Use a handhe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [ANOMALY TAPES]: Beyond Reality.

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  26. Controls Master the night and embrace your new vampiric nature with these controls: Up: Open doors or interact with certain objects. Button A / ALT, Z or J: Bite or hypnotize to feed and control NPCs or Jump.Button  B / CTRL, K or X: Run  Start, ENTER: Open the in-game menu for options like restarting the level. D-pad / Arrow Keys: Move your character stealthily through the shadows. The default … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkshine.

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  27. “It’s like a haven for those who get easily lost in the crowd.” Play as Sangha, a lonely runaway who follows a compassionate stranger named Joon, in hopes of finding a place to call home. Yet, the place she arrived at is not what she expected… and she must find a way out before it consumes her. A 2D HORROR EXPLORATION GAMESet in an eerie, grotesque cult called ‘Icarus,’ a twisted world of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to May Angels fall down.

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  28. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 853 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 15 reviews

    A botched ritual traps a group of high school students in a haunted school. Can their wits keep them alive? Kisaragi Academy student Mayu Suzumoto is transferring to a new high school, leaving behind a sizable group of friends and countless lovely memories. To help her cope with this move, her friend Ayumi has devised a seemingly innocent plan: the whole group will come together to perform a char… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corpse Party.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 308 reviews

    Claire is alone, lost, and hunted. The world has quickly becomes shrouded in darkness with unseen threats stalking Claire from the shadows. Aided by her dog and armed only with a flashlight, Claire must conquer her fear and find her comatose mother. However, there are others lost in the darkness seeking salvation. Claire must decide who she is going to save. With every choice she'll begin to disco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Claire.

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  30. 14%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    20% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Experience the horrors of one of the most infamous experiments that ever took place. As a test subject in a top-secret Soviet research facility, you must endure days without sleep while facing unimaginable terrors that lurk in the shadow. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sleep Experiment.

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  31. ASHES OF TORMENTIn this journey into the darkest corners of the mind, silence will be your greatest enemy... Ashes of Torment offers an experience where you will feel pure psychological horror and a heavy atmosphere to your core. In this nightmare—a product of a meticulous two-year solo development process under Frostfire Entertainment—you will face not only shadows but the whispers of your own m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashes of Torment.

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  32. empty village About the GameThe Empty Village (Part 1) An Unescapable Sense of Alienation It started as a routine archival investigation. A mysterious photograph found in the vanished village of "Haseok-dong." The overwhelming discomfort that weighed down on Yusong that day leads her to a folkloric taboo: the "Fox Window." Encroaching Daily Life It was merely an att… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empty Village (Part 1).

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  33. Step into the haunting world of "Phantom Asylum", a gripping VR psychological horror game that will test both your courage and your sanity. Explore the dark, abandoned halls of a long-forgotten mental institution, where ghostly presences and disturbing visions blur the line between reality and madness. In "Phantom Asylum", it’s not just the lurking phantoms you need to fear, b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Asylum VR.

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  34. Lost Spirits is an FMV game. About the Game Every moment in the hospital leaves a mark... These marks are everywhere. The floors, the walls, the corridors—they are soaked in stories, in experiences, in things left unsaid. The clock on the wall starts ticking for you. The place where you fainted trembles for you. When you begin to sense us, a new tomorrow begins to take shape. The way your soul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Spirits.

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  35. You wake up in a dark, cold room. Sturdy bars cover the windows, through which you can glimpse the silhouettes of dead trees bathed in cold moonlight. The dampness and age hang heavily in the air, and faint sounds heighten a sense of unease. Your head is splitting, your thoughts are chaotic, and your memories are shrouded in a thick fog. Gathering your willpower, you take your first steps into the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God Syndrome.

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  36. Lost Traces: Genesis is the full, commercial continuation of the psychic horror saga, picking up immediately after the chilling events of the False Awakening Demo. Step into the shoes of Evelyn Strom as her personal descent into a family nightmare escalates into a global conspiracy against the mysterious organizations and the ultimate secret of her GENESIS. Experience a story-rich, first-person p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Traces: Genesis.

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  37. Your goal is to escape the space station by navigating its decaying corridors, solving its forgotten systems, and surviving the twisted creatures that lurk within—all to reach the last functioning ship, your only hope of returning to Earth. You wake up. You're human again. But for how long? In Twice Dead, a story-rich, first-person survival horror game, you awaken in a decaying facility… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twice Dead.

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  38. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    An experience of horror, where fear blends with pain as you search for answers in a dark house of torture and shadowy secrets! Deadly Chance is a horror game that challenges players to explore a house full of horrors and mysteries. In an environment filled with secrets beyond human understanding, every corner leads to an unexpected outcome, and the fight for survival is relentless. Uncover th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Chance Alpha.

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  39. 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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  40. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    An experience of horror, where fear blends with pain as you search for answers in a dark house of torture and shadowy secrets! Deadly Chance is a horror game that challenges players to explore a house full of horrors and mysteries. In an environment filled with secrets beyond human understanding, every corner leads to an unexpected outcome, and the fight for survival is relentless. Uncover th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Chance.

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  41. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    This is the FULL version of the game.Follow me on twitter: https://x.com/steelkrillJoin our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/d8WUuuRCJK STEAM:  https://store.steampowered.com/app/2836820/Baby_Blues_Nightmares__Toddler_Horror...Baby Blues Nightmares is a survival horror game where you play as a toddler and have to do what it takes in order to survive your horror-ish nightmares of what… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baby Blues Nightmares (Full Game).

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  42. 66%Game Brain Score
    66% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Controls:  Movement: Arrow Keys, Mouse Click Action: Space, Enter, Z Menu: X, Escape  If keyboard controls don't work in the web browser, please refresh the page and try again. Description:  "House of Mirrors" is a suspenseful horror puzzle game that plunges players into the unsettling world of Maria, a young girl trapped in a nightmarish mirror realm. As Maria, you must navigate thr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House of Mirrors.

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  43. 29%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    41% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Welcome to Deep in The Fear, an intense and chilling experience that will take you and your friends on a plunge into the depths of fear. This 5-PLAYER CO-OP horror game offers a sinister and immersive journey where survival depends on collaboration and the courage of all.Synopsis Embark on a dark adventure that challenges the limits of human courage. Deep in The Fear immerses players in a nightmar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep in The Fear.

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  44. 64%Game Brain Score
    64% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Description: "House of Mirrors" is a suspenseful horror puzzle game that plunges players into the unsettling world of Maria, a young girl trapped in a nightmarish mirror realm. As Maria, you must navigate through a surreal and distorted environment where your reflection becomes a relentless and malevolent pursuer. Gameplay: Mirror Puzzle Solving: Encounter a series of mind-bending puzzles where m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House of Mirrors.

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  45. 81%Game Brain Score
    81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    [Media 3063911] Demo Notice : This is the build release for the A Dark Place 2 Demo. The average playtime length has been estimated from 30 to 40 minutes long. Please report any bugs you may... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Dark Place 2.

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  46. 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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  47. Welcome to Astral Bullet — a thrilling, fast-paced action game set in an eerie, abandoned school teeming with monstrous creatures from another dimension! You play as Lily, a determined and fearless high school student with an extraordinary secret. Armed with a mysterious astral gun, she must battle nightmarish monsters while unraveling the mysteries of a haunted school. The school is no longe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Bullet.

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  48. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    E.O.T.B is a first person psychological horror game and you guessed it, its theme is the Backrooms. Heavily Inspired by the eeriness of liminal spaces, i decided to make a rather cinematic yet creepier version of the Backrooms world.E.O.T.B REMASTERED:E.O.T.B REMASTERED is an upcoming remastered version of E.O.T.B, currently in development, offering the finest cinematic quality of the game, exactl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes of The Backrooms: Remastered.

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  49. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, music
    87% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    "My Putrid Ponies" is a horror adventure set in a once-idyllic pony ranch now overrun by undead equines. As the last surviving, your mission is to uncover the mystery behind the ponies zombies outbreak while navigating through haunting landscapes filled with danger and despair. The Gameplays: Dynamic Gameplay Perspective: Engage in heart-pounding first-person gameplay for intense com… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Putrid Ponies.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    EMPTY SOUL takes you into the story of Solan Walls, a young scientist girl who suffered a terrible accident. Now she must escape from horrible nightmares. Face the fear in this horror indie game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empty Soul.

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