Games like Vartio

In DEAD LETTER DEPT., you take on the role of a temp data entry worker in a big city, decoding fragmented and mysterious texts from damaged images. As you type prompts to decipher strange mail, the lines between reality and the messages blur, revealing hidden secrets and multiple endings. Each playthrough offers a unique experience with a vast array of cryptic correspondence to explore.

"Dollmare" is a horror game where you work at a doll factory to make money, but it's not the typical horror experience. There are no monsters or fighting, but the atmosphere is still oppressive and unpredictable. Every playthrough is unique, with many events shaped by the moment, providing a distinct and suspenseful journey. The game aims to create a sense of unease and fear, making it a psychological horror experience for players who are looking for something different.

The Children of Clay is a stop-motion archaeology horror game where players investigate an ancient artifact to uncover its sinister secret. Combining point-and-click mechanics with eerie stop-motion animation, the game immerses you in a chilling atmosphere inspired by Hungarian mythology. Unearth dark lore through atmospheric exploration and unsettling discoveries.

The Boba Teashop is a cozy horror game where you manage a boba tea shop, preparing drinks and serving a variety of customers. As Risa, you balance the peaceful daily routine with eerie visions and unsettling occurrences that hint at a haunting. Navigate customer demands and supernatural mysteries to keep your shop running smoothly.

In a sun-scorched, apocalyptic world, you must survive the deadly Visitors who come seeking refuge at night. Decide who to trust, interrogate guests, and take ruthless action to protect what remains of humanity. Suspense and moral choices define this tense struggle for survival amid darkness and decay.

"Platform 8" is a walking simulator game set on a never-ending train. As you explore the train, you'll need to watch out for anomalies and find a way to escape. The game is inspired by Japanese subways and liminal spaces, and is a sequel to "The Exit 8". It is a short experience that can take between 15 to 60 minutes to complete. Both individuals and companies can distribute videos of the game, as long as they comply with the guidelines provided. The game's focus is on exploration and discovery, with a sense of unease and mystery adding to the atmosphere.

"Cave Crawler" is a single-player Horror Point and Click game with an intriguing story and a dense atmosphere. Players control the "Cave Crawler" drone, searching for a missing hiker in a new cave system. The game features realistic drone controls, lifelike caves, and many objects to scan, creating an analog horror inspired experience.

"Missing Hiker" is a narrative-driven, first-person exploration game. As a search and rescue team member, you must navigate through dense forests and rugged terrain to find a missing hiker. The game features a dynamic weather system and day/night cycles, adding to the sense of isolation and urgency. Uncover clues, make choices, and experience a gripping story of survival and mystery.

"The Mortuary Assistant" is a horror puzzle game that immerses you in the grim atmosphere of a mortuary. As the new assistant, you'll be alone with the dead, confronting chilling supernatural occurrences while maintaining the meticulous routines of preparing bodies for burial. Solve intricate puzzles, survive ghostly encounters, and unravel the mortuary's dark secrets in this captivating, eerie experience.

Experience the liminal world of the backrooms through a VHS camera, immersing into a mysterious story and wandering the dream-like structures... Might there be something following you?