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Forest Escape - A Knight's Quest, now available on the Aquarius+ In a land shrouded in legend and mystery, a small but courageous knight named Wee is known throughout the kingdom for his unwavering determination and unyielding spirit. But today, he faces a challenge unlike any he has encountered before. After a daring escape from the clutches of a haunted castle, Wee finds himself deep within … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forest Escape (Aquarius+).

In a land shrouded in legend and mystery, a small but courageous knight named Wee is known throughout the kingdom for his unwavering determination and unyielding spirit. But today, he faces a challenge unlike any he has encountered before. After a daring escape from the clutches of a haunted castle, Wee finds himself deep within the heart of an enchanted forest. The towering trees, gnarled and an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forest Escape - A Knight's Quest (SEGA Master System).

What you get: A Nightmare Beneath the Surface – A remote island, a hidden underground research facility, and horrors that should have never been awakened. Experience an intense 3-4 hour horror journey. Nowhere is Safe – Something is hunting you—multiple entities lurk in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. A Dark and Twisted Mystery – You came here searching for your brothe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mumble Pines: The Arrival.

DEMO VERSION NOTICE This game is currently in development, and you may encounter some bugs or unfinished features. Thank you for playing and supporting our progress! Misplaced is a tense, atmospheric horror game that places players in the haunting ruins of an abandoned house within the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. You are Alan, an explorer who wakes up disoriented, alone, and without a functionin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MISPLACED.

**Game Description** Step into the shadowy world of **Bloodytears 3D**, a retro-style boomer shooter adventure platformer that pays homage to classic games like Castlevania. In a land shrouded in darkness, you play as Aric, a skilled warrior driven by vengeance and a burning desire to rid the world of Dracula’s curse.  Years ago, Aric's family was slain by Dracula's minions, leaving him the sole… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodytears 3D.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

The Binding Hour is a short, psychological horror experience set within a decaying, long-forgotten house deep in the woods. You step into the role of an unnamed intruder drawn to the property by forces beyond understanding. As the hours pass, the once-abandoned rooms begin to shift and change, revealing twisted memories and buried secrets. The Binding Hour uses oppressive atmosphere, distorted rea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Binding Hour.

You are not the first to sail these waters... And you won’t be the last to lose something to them. A half-submerged island, untouched by time and map. A network of waterways riddled with the remnants of lost expeditions, drifting memories, and something whispering beneath the surface. You’ve come here with a task: Relight what has gone dark. Reach the heart of the river. Cast your darkest memo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Still Waters.

Magic Maze! Embark on an extraordinary odyssey into the depths of the "Magic Maze," shrouded in mystery and wonder. As a brave seeker of fortune, your sole objective is to uncover the long-lost treasure concealed within its twisting corridors. Prepare to be captivated by the allure of the Enigma Labyrinth, a labyrinth where every step is a journey into the unknown. The maze is a labyrinth of enig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Maze.

Here's The link to the Game Jam ! https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/58/rogue-of-gems Programming: Weiqi Liu Art: Jiawei Zhang  Controls & Tips  Controls: E – Interact Space – Dash TAB – Open Backpack (Drag or click items to equip/swap/unequip) Left / Right Mouse Button – Fire left or right hand weapon W A S D – Move Tip: Don’t forget to visit the Collections before your next adven… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue of Gems.

After crash-landing on a mysterious and eerie island, you quickly realize that survival won’t be your only challenge. The island itself is filled with unsettling mysteries and hidden dangers lurking in every shadow. Your sole objective is to survive and find a way to escape, but as you explore deeper, it becomes clear that the island is more than just a remote location — it’s a place touched by da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape From Island.

Controls:  "WASD" to move (of course) "SPACE" to jump "Q" and "E" to Lean "LMB" Flashlight "R" to Restart Lore: Once upon a moonless night, I found myself trapped within a foreboding maze, a place shrouded in darkness and mystery. Unbeknownst to me, the essence of Grimace, the once-lovable character from McDonald's, had transformed into something sinister and malevolent. As I navigated the labyri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Grimmest Maze.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

84% User Score Based on 44 reviews

The Rekindled Edition of the acclaimed adventure features not only improved visual fidelity powered by Unreal Engine 5! A breathtakingly beautiful world holds the secrets of its past for you and your companion to uncover in this 5-hour journey. Experience the contrasting stories of the fall of mankind and the lush life in a world reclaimed by nature with a wolf as your main character and a deter… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LOST EMBER: Rekindled Edition.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

94% User Score Based on 49 reviews

Courier of the Crypts is a 2D puzzle adventure game where you have to survive as a Courier on his first errand to the ominous crypts. Main tool to achieve the mission is a Magic Torch which you use to illuminate your path, defend from darkness and solve puzzles - it must never run out! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Courier of the Crypts.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

87% User Score Based on 596 reviews

Immerse yourself in the obscure and mysterious autumnal forest, where every wrong step could be your last. As you travel uncover the dark story behind this place, where beauty and danger have become as one. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cursed Forest.

SWOM — a new narrative survival game with magic elements, created by a solo developer.You find yourself in a strange, mystical world where you must survive harsh conditions. Explore the Open World: Wander through dark forests, investigate ancient ruins, descend into mysterious caves, and uncover the secrets of diverse biomes. You are alone in a completely new world. Every artifact you find is no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SWOM.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 1,785 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 7 reviews

In the old days man tried to catch a glimpse of the future in the strangest of ways. Experience the ancient Swedish phenomena of year walking through a different kind of first person adventure that blurs the line between two and three dimensions, as well as reality and the supernatural. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Year Walk.

A few notes:Clicking start game too quickly often results in a blank screen. (Read the story text or look at the credits) If you have experienced really bad RNG with mapgen, you can go back to the main menu and start a 'new game', which will put you back at level one with the same party stats. There are 6 levels in the game, find the ladder in each level to progress to the next level. The game tak… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spectral Synergy: Realms Entwined.

In the depths of an endless forest, something ancient awakens... When Eddie's car breaks down on a desolate road, a simple journey home becomes a descent into darkness. Stranded and alone, he stumbles upon an old VHS camera lying forgotten among the pine needles. Through its cracked lens, the world transforms—hidden paths glow eerily, cryptic symbols appear on the trees, and shadows twist into mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Lens.

Vicera is an online co-op game. Play as relic hunters, solving enigmatic mysteries and escaping a terrifying monster. Will you dare to face the darkness to find the cursed relics? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vicera.

Composed by Leo Monsang for "OST Jam #7 by Lone Rabbit" Kya, a twelve year-old girl, possesses a unique and mysterious gift: she can travel through the memories of the living and the dead. This exceptional gift was passed down to her by her mother Malika, but at a tragic cost: her lost her life giving birth to her. Since that day, Kya lives with this strange and fascinating power, but also wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Gift Of Memories.

In Oblivio, you and your companions are patients of the psychiatric hospital Abyss. After a mysterious incident, you find yourselves free—right at the gates of the facility—only to discover with horror that it has long been abandoned. To recover the fading memories of what happened—and of who you truly are—you must return to its ominous halls. Escaping the grounds is impossible—an unknown force… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oblivio.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

78% User Score Based on 37 reviews

"Tavern in the Woods" is a single-player, first-person, story-driven mystery. You take on the role of a weary traveler, and your journey has led you down an unfamiliar path through sparse and lonely countryside—a forgotten wilderness. At last, you arrive at an ancient tavern, nestled deep within the encroaching woods. Your heart weighs heavy with doubt—will there be room for you to rest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tavern In the Woods.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

81% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Dive into Ayasa, a dark and mysterious platformer where light and shadow hold the key to survival. Journey through six haunting lands, solve challenging puzzles and restore balance to a world on the brink of collapse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ayasa: Shadows of Silence.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

80% User Score Based on 897 reviews

A short atmospheric terror game about liminal spaces. Escape the grasps of an underground neighborhood that is equal parts comforting and disturbing. If you've explored a dead mall, a foreclosed pool, or a school at night, you might already know what it's like to be in Anemoiapolis. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anemoiapolis: Chapter 1.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

30% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Adventure horror with many puzzles and an interesting story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fireflies.

ABOUT Ever wanted to explore an endless maze infested with the forces of evil? Then enter THE BACKROOMS. This is my take on the creepy pasta using Doom like textures! A survival horror maze runner adventure game, it draws inspiration from Doom, Wolfenstein and of course Backrooms. STORY You awaken from a slumber, disoriented, in a vast, dimly lit expanse of fluorescent-lit yellowish rooms tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms.

Adohiinage plunges players into the role of Gary, a simple handyman on vacation, who is on an unsettling journey deep within an ancient, cursed forest where survival is anything but guaranteed. Stuck in an old cabin, surrounded by an overwhelming darkness that seems to breathe, players must explore, piece together clues, solve puzzles, and keep a eye on the darkness that surrounds them. Uncover … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adohiinage.

A long, long time ago(lotl), beneath the five suns that first illuminated the world, the river goddess Chalchuihtlicue gave life to axolotls, who lived peacefully under the waves of Lake Chalco. But something strange is happening... An evil god has descended upon the underworld kingdom of Lake Chalco! Luckily, the brave Xolotl and his merry band of friends are ready to journey through trea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golotl!.

ABOUT THIS VERSION OF MYST Released in 2014, realMyst: Masterpiece Edition was one of the first versions of Myst to offer real-time 3D graphics, making it possible to freely roam around the world. This version features the addition of changing weather, day-night cycles, and minor additions to better fit the larger story line of the series. In addition, this version of Myst offers a “bonus” age to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to realMyst: Masterpiece Edition.

ProtoDungeon: Episode II is a short, top-down exploration adventure game set in a strange graveyard. Explore, solve puzzles, and find your way out! Still trapped in your nightmares, you must find your way through the graveyard and catacombs to the strangely familiar chapel. Seek the fragments of the chapel seal to unlock it. Use the block-creating ability of the starlight ring to solve puzzles an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ProtoDungeon: Episode II.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 184 reviews

Blackshard is a first-person exploration game. Wander through a strange megastructure, the Labyrinth, to unravel its mysteries... Your behavior within the Labyrinth will define the outcome of your journey. What path will you choose to take? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLACKSHARD.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

66% User Score Based on 32 reviews

"The House" is a short psychological horror Indie game based on a fictional story. This is the first game of this video game saga. In "The House" you play an 18-year-old Spanish boy named Antonio who is home alone and one day he decided to leave home and when he returned he noticed things that were somewhat strange... Game features: VHS movie aesthetic. Character texts and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The House [zebaxx].

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

68% User Score Based on 895 reviews

Passing Pineview Forest is a free mini-prequel set in the universe of Pineview Drive. Behind the abandoned house on Pineview Drive lies ominous Pineview Forest. The dark, foreboding forest trail leading directly to the Pineview property must be explored – but your every move and reaction is being watched. You must stay calm during your walk – or else IT will take you! To survive you will need stea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Passing Pineview Forest.

40%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

40% User Score Based on 246 reviews

In a small village in central Europe something is happening, the forest growing around has something different. Its wood is red color, unique in the world. This does not pass unnoticed to the world's largest logging company, the White Wood Company If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodwood Reload.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

80% User Score Based on 160 reviews

The Wild Eternal is a first-person adventure game about an old woman who wishes not to be reborn, and a talkative fox who offers to help her. As the old woman, players will explore beautifully hand-crafted non-linear levels while traveling from clear vistas (where they'll spot distant landmarks) into foggy valleys (where they'll get lost trying to get to those distant landmarks), collecting keys, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wild Eternal.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

85% User Score Based on 2,790 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

NaissanceE is a first person exploration PC game developed on UDK by Limasse Five with the participation of Pauline Oliveros, Patricia Dallio and Thierry Zaboitzeff. The adventure takes place in a primitive mysterious structure and the game mainly consists to explore and feel the deep and strong ambiance of this atemporal world but platforming and puzzles areas will also enrich the experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NaissanceE.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

73% User Score Based on 248 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Shadows Peak is a story-driven atmospheric horror game focused on exploration. You play as a writer who decided to visit mysterious place called Shadows Peak to gather materials for a new book about legends. Be warned, Shadows Peak will not hold your hand. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows Peak.

Get ready for furious battles, challenging puzzles and incredible discoveries in the new game Danger Dungeon! You will go on a dangerous journey through dark and mysterious dungeons as the hero UnderMan, a fearless adventurer eager to discover the secrets and treasures hidden in the depths. Each dungeon is a unique world filled with traps, enemies and riddles. Game features: Mix of genres: a co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Danger Dungeon Quest Online.

Enter the depths of an ancient, labyrinthine tomb where every shadow hides a secret—and a lurking danger. In this tense, atmospheric puzzle-adventure, you step into the boots of an explorer searching for a legendary artifact. But the deeper you venture, the more you realize you are not alone. Navigate a maze filled with environmental puzzles, hidden passages, and the remnants of past explorers wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb of the Golden Relic.

                                                              This game was initially made for the game jam "GREEN WEB GAME JAM facilitated by UNEP" About the game Seedfall is a 2D endless side-scroller where nature is your last weapon. Defend the final magical tree using coins to summon natural defenses, cast enchanted upgrades, and survive relentless waves of corrupted creatures. In the hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seedfall: Defend the Last Tree.

So you are in a horror house your task is to solve puzzles and escape the house. There are quite difficult puzzles you need to solve to figure out how can you escape. Controls: W, A, S, D for movement. To walk upstairs also press space with W. Other help will be available at the game. So jump in the game now and start figuring out the way out from the haunted house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Not Alone.

The Frog Kingdom’s most prized artifacts, the Crowns of Power, have been stolen and the world is plunged into chaos. As darkness slowly seeps through the land, the Crowns' power has began to twist and corrupt nature herself into a force of evil. Desperate, King Frog summons you, Lif, the Kingdom’s last ray of hope and bravest frog, to recover the Crowns and restore peace across the land! A c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oh Frog.

Game Overview: In "Tag of the Forgotten School", you play as Shota-Kun, a curious young student who is dared to enter an abandoned school known for its eerie and strange occurrences. Alone and nervous, Shota-Kun discovers that the school is not entirely empty. The place is inhabited by mysterious figures, and something about the atmosphere feels deeply unsettling. As he navigates the halls of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tag of the Forgotten School.

Welcome to Draught Of The Dungeon, an immersive puzzle-based dungeon crawler set in a fantastical world brimming with alchemy and potions. As a trainee alchemist, you find yourself thrust into an extraordinary adventure when your beloved master is captured by an insidious cult. Will you have the wit and courage to save them? Prepare to embark on a perilous journey spanning three treacherous level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Draught Of The Dungeon.

Wisp: Echoes of the Afterlight Embark on a mystical adventure in "Wisp," a 2D pixel-art game set in a captivating underworld. As a newly graduated Grim Reaper, guide lost souls to peace and uncover the secrets of a corrupt realm. With a unique time-stopping watch, engage in strategic gameplay, face challenging boss battles, and navigate a dynamic world. Delve into a world of adventure, puzzles, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wisp.

A horror FPS genre game about a man's survival in the night in an abandoned house in the forest. Jacob, a young man with a penchant for adventure, finds himself driving alone down a winding road in the heart of an expansive, eerie forest. The air is thick with an ominous chill, and a sense of isolation looms as the towering trees seem to close in, casting long, ghostly shadows across the path.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cursed Ritual.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

"Whisper of the Curse", This thrilling horror game can be played solo or with a group of up to four people. The game revolves around the members of a cult dedicated to banishing all forms of curses and cursed entities from the face of the Earth since ancient times. Your team has been tasked with breaking the curse and expelling the demonic presence. In the game, you will feel the tensio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whisper Of The Curse.

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.

Four friends gather under cloudy skies in a forgotten graveyard, united by a shared past and the memory of a man who vanished from their lives a decade ago. His name was Avoir Cafard. All he left behind was a Blue Book, filled with fragments of his past. Avoir lived in the decaying Soviet port city of Tishgorod, a place where sorrow clung to the air and life moved in a slow, unrelenting rhythm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Eternal Fool.

Whipserborn is a dark, 2D roguelike set in a sentient forest shaped by sorrow, memory, and something older than death. You awaken as one of many lost souls—trapped in a realm between dream, death, and forgotten truth—searching for who you were, and why you're still here.   Whipserborn doesn’t tell its story directly. Everything you see—the shapes of trees, the enemies you fight, the sounds, the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whisperborn: Child of the Forest.