Games Like Alone in the Dark

Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.3%, Horror 16.4%, Psychological 15.1%, Survival Horror 14.5%, Cinematic 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in psychological horror that emphasizes personal trauma and a haunting, atmospheric exploration of a mysterious location.

Classic survival horror is back! Inspired by the original Resident Evil and Alone in the Dark series, Tormented Souls modernises with a fresh twist on the fixed perspective adventure - as Caroline Walker investigates the mysterious disappearance of twin girls in a terrifying mansion-turned-hospital.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.8%, Survival Horror 17%, Horror 16.3%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Dark 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic 90s survival horror feel with fixed camera angles, intricate puzzles, and a dark, gothic atmosphere.

A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2.

Why similar: Horror 27.3%, Survival Horror 26.7%, Third Person 16.7%, Dark 9.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: This remake sets the gold standard for third-person survival horror, perfectly balancing resource management, puzzle-solving, and intense atmosphere.

1924. Private Investigator Pierce is sent to look into the tragic death of the Hawkins family. Plunge into a world of creeping madness and cosmic horror. Cryptic clues, shadowy figures, and pure terror bar your way as you fight to retain your sanity and solve an otherworldly mystery.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 47.2%, Detective 14.4%, Psychological Horror 12.5%, Horror 11.3%, Mystery 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the Lovecraftian investigation aspect, focusing on detective work and the slow descent into madness.

Powered by Unreal Engine 5, The Sinking City Remastered brings the eerie, atmospheric world of Oakmont back to life with enhanced gameplay and fully relit environments, perfect for both newcomers and returning players.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 34.2%, Detective 16.6%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Horror 10.1%, Third Person 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that captures the eerie, Lovecraftian aesthetic and the struggle to uncover hidden, supernatural truths.

Detective Sebastian Castellanos has lost everything, including his daughter, Lily. To save her, he must descend into the nightmarish world of STEM. Horrifying threats emerge from every corner, and he must rely on his wits to survive. For his one chance at redemption, the only way out is in.

Why similar: Horror 27.6%, Psychological Horror 23.2%, Survival Horror 21.2%, Third Person 9.2%, Dark 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at blending psychological horror with third-person action, focusing on a protagonist navigating a surreal and dangerous environment.

Explore a decadent hotel across different timelines and uncover the dark history of a fanatical cult and your role in their plans.

Why similar: Survival Horror 32.2%, Horror 25.2%, Mystery 16.6%, Thriller 9.1%, Realistic 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The hotel setting and heavy emphasis on environmental puzzles and investigation make it feel like a spiritual cousin to the Derceto Manor experience.

A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 29.3%, Psychological Horror 17.2%, Survival Horror 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Cinematic 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern survival horror game that uses a surreal, psychological narrative and classic inventory management to create a deeply unsettling experience.

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 30.6%, Detective 16%, Psychological Horror 10.5%, Horror 9%, Supernatural 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It successfully blends traditional detective investigation with Lovecraftian horror elements, mirroring the dual-nature of the seed game.

Survival is just the beginning. Six years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors, tracks the president's kidnapped daughter to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the locals.

Why similar: Horror 20.8%, Survival Horror 16.9%, Cinematic 15.6%, Dark 10%, Psychological Horror 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterfully crafted third-person action-horror game that provides a more intense combat experience while maintaining a consistent sense of dread.

A single-player, third person horror action-adventure game set on a remote spiritual island retreat. To survive you must craft, fight, and escape the psychedelic horrors set loose when a spiritual ritual goes wrong and awakens a dimension of cosmic terror.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.7%, Supernatural 14.7%, Horror 11.9%, Survival Horror 11.2%, Third Person 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural action-adventure game that balances combat with psychological stability mechanics in a mysterious, isolated setting.

Amnesia: The Bunker is a first-person horror game set in a WW1 bunker. A relentless, AI-driven monster stalks you. Survival depends on finding tools, crafting items, and keeping the lights on.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.5%, Horror 22.8%, Survival Horror 20.4%, Supernatural 17.8%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes survival horror through resource management and emergent gameplay, forcing players to navigate a terrifying, confined space.

Remothered: Tormented Fathers is the pure and realistic survival horror videogame

Why similar: Psychological Horror 24.1%, Horror 23%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Survival Horror 16%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused survival horror game with a strong emphasis on uncovering a dark mystery within a sprawling, hostile house.

A first‑person cyberpunk horror detective story set in a decaying, neon‑scarred future. As an Observer who invades minds to hunt for clues, you will sift through corrupted memories to track down a mysterious killer and confront your own dark past.

Why similar: Detective 31.7%, Psychological Horror 25%, Horror 24.3%, Surreal 15.9%, Story Rich 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This noir-inspired psychological thriller features intense detective work and a dark, oppressive atmosphere that fans of the genre will appreciate.

Set in 1944 Italy, Martha Is Dead is an award-winning dark psychological thriller where the lines between truth, superstition, and tragedy blur. Explore a haunting countryside, uncover disturbing memories, and peel back layers of mystery. Every choice shapes the nightmare…are you ready to face it?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 16.6%, Cinematic 16.3%, Psychological 16%, Horror 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, cinematic, and deeply psychological narrative set in a historical period that explores themes of trauma and mystery.

A 3rd person, fixed-camera survival horror adventure. Fear the Presence, a mysterious entity you cannot fight: stay alert, hide, breathe slowly... Explore cursed places where unseen spirits and lost souls linger in a true horror story for the ages.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 24.2%, Psychological Horror 14.2%, Survival Horror 11%, Dark 10.9%, Horror 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Emphasizes the fear of the unknown and features a permadeath mechanic that keeps the tension high throughout the investigation.

A third‑person psychological horror game where you explore both the real world and the spirit realm. As a medium drawn to a deserted resort, you’ll uncover dark secrets, confront echoes of trauma, and face the consequences of seeing more than one truth.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.3%, Horror 19.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Dark 12%, Psychological 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique dual-reality mechanic that mirrors the psychological depth and supernatural investigation found in the seed game.

The year is 1990. It’s been two years since the mysterious disappearance of Edward Crow and the abrupt closure of his theme park, Crow Country. But your arrival has broken the silence, Mara Forest. If you want answers, you’ll have to venture deep into the darkness of Crow Country to find them…

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.5%, Survival Horror 19.1%, Horror 16.2%, Supernatural 14%, Female Protagonist 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on 90s survival horror that prioritizes exploration, puzzle-solving, and a distinct, eerie atmosphere.

Visage is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore a mysterious ever-changing house in a slow-paced, atmospheric world that combines both uncannily comforting and horrifyingly realistic environments, and enjoy a genuinely terrifying experience.

Why similar: Horror 30.8%, Psychological Horror 30.2%, Survival Horror 12.6%, Dark 12.4%, Realistic 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-tension psychological horror game that excels at building dread through environmental storytelling and unpredictable supernatural events.

The sci-fi survival-horror classic returns, completely rebuilt to offer an even more immersive experience — including visual, audio, and gameplay improvements — while staying faithful to the original game’s thrilling vision.

Why similar: Horror 26.8%, Psychological Horror 21.5%, Survival Horror 18.9%, Third Person 11.7%, Dark 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-fidelity third-person survival horror experience with an intense, claustrophobic atmosphere and visceral combat.

DAYMARE: 1998 is a third-person survival horror game that recreates the mood of iconic titles from the '90s, with a fresh storyline. An incident that turns a small town into a deadly zone, three characters to play with and little time to find the truth, before its mutated citizens abruptly end your mission.

Why similar: Horror 31.7%, Survival Horror 30.2%, Third Person 17.3%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 10%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic survival horror mechanics that focuses on slow-paced tension and resource scarcity.

The game that started the popular survival horror genre returns better than ever! Players control Edward Carnby, the main character from the original Alone in the Dark, on a thrilling journey through a dark and terrifying re-creation of New York's Central Park where Carnby must discover the truth behind a dark conspiracy.

Why similar: Horror 22.7%, Lovecraftian 19.9%, Survival Horror 12.4%, Cinematic 9.5%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An interesting predecessor that shares the same DNA and setting, offering a different perspective on the franchise's history.

Them and Us is a classic, survival horror game with a focus on atmosphere and player immersion. Discover the truth of Alicia’s past as she descends further into her strange, unending nightmare.

Why similar: Horror 22.3%, Survival Horror 20.8%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Third Person 17.4%, Mystery 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A throwback to classic survival horror that utilizes fixed camera angles and challenging puzzles to create a nostalgic experience.

The era-defining first-person psychological horror in all its terrifying glory. All of the game’s chapters collected into one convenient package that allows you to plumb the depths of madness in pursuit of artistic revelation.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.9%, Horror 20.8%, Dark 15.5%, Supernatural 14.6%, Mystery 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on psychological unraveling and atmospheric exploration, making it a great choice for those who enjoy the 'dark' tag.

The 16-bit nightmare returns. Survive, hide, and avoid the deadly Scissorman in this legendary horror classic.

Why similar: Survival Horror 22.6%, Psychological Horror 19.9%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Supernatural 11.3%, Thriller 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic survival horror experience that heavily influenced the genre's roots, focusing on evasion and puzzle-solving.

Inspired by Allison Road. SUPERNORMAL is a psychological horror game set in a seemingly ordinary apartment harboring dark secrets. Play as Detective Wyatt, tasked with unravelling the disappearance of Masato Sakamoto's daughter. Search for clues and unravel the sinister truth.

Why similar: Detective 15.4%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Supernatural 13%, Horror 10.9%, Survival Horror 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game focused on investigation and supernatural phenomena, perfect for those who enjoy the detective aspect of the seed game.

Caroline Walker returns in the sequel to the award-winning survival horror classic. Explore the decaying remains of the secluded Villa Hess, use improvised weapons to confront terrifying creatures, and bend the fabric of reality to save your sister from a twisted cult.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.4%, Survival Horror 14%, Horror 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Supernatural 10.9%

Lunacy: Saint Rhodes is a first-person psychological horror adventure game. Explore your dark family history, solve puzzles and experience a gut-wrenching feeling of terror. You are being watched; never alone, never safe.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 42.6%, Psychological Horror 12.4%, Horror 9.8%, Surreal 8.5%, Realistic 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person horror game that relies on a dynamic AI and a strong emphasis on Lovecraftian mystery.

Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth is a first-person horror game that combines intense action and adventure elements.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 62.5%, Horror 19.4%, Survival Horror 9%, Psychological Horror 3%, Dark 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cult classic that perfectly captures the feeling of helplessness and cosmic dread central to the Lovecraftian genre.

A Victorian mansion. A cult worshipping an otherworldly erotic deity. Among all that - you. Explore a world inspired by the works of Lovecraft, Giger, and Beksiński. See for yourself that there are no limits to dark ecstasy.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 41.2%, Horror 28.8%, Psychological Horror 14.4%, Survival Horror 7%, Mystery 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Explores the darker, more occult side of Lovecraftian horror with a mature narrative and intense, unsettling imagery.

This stand-alone prologue puts you in the tiny shoes of Grace Saunders – an 11-year-old girl delivering a letter, when things go horribly wrong… Experience the unique 1920s horror atmosphere of Alone in the Dark and prepare for the terror that awaits in Derceto Manor

Why similar: Noir 21.8%, Lovecraftian 19.7%, Cinematic 13.2%, Psychological Horror 7.6%, Horror 7%

Inspired by the classics such as Resident Evil, Silent Hill and Alone In the Dark: Detective Stone investigates a shadow conspiracy. Explore atmospheric levels, fight monsters, and solve puzzles. Unravel a story of twists and turns. Choose classic fixed camera, or over-the-shoulder.

Why similar: Detective 15.2%, Horror 12.5%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Mystery 9.7%, Thriller 9.1%

Hinako's hometown is engulfed in fog, driving her to fight grotesque monsters and solve eerie puzzles. Uncover the disturbing beauty hidden in terror.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.5%, Horror 15.1%, Cinematic 12.7%, Survival Horror 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11.8%

A.I.L.A is a first-person horror game set in a near-future filled with immersive technology. Play as the sole game tester for a revolutionary new fictional AI. Survive intense horror experiences that prey on your deepest fears as the lines between virtual and reality begin to blur…

Why similar: Cinematic 19%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Horror 12.8%, Survival Horror 11.1%, Realistic 9.8%

A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 39.5%, Horror 13.2%, Psychological Horror 10.4%, Dark 8.2%, Survival Horror 7.7%

Together, always.

Why similar: Horror 18.5%, Supernatural 16.6%, Survival Horror 15.9%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Third Person 8.1%

Subversive Memories is a story driven survival horror set in Brazil during the last military dictatorship. Explore the backrooms of an oppressive regime, escape ominous presences and scavenge every corner of this land in search of your ██████.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 25.6%, Noir 21.3%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Dark 8.3%, Survival Horror 8.3%

Alone in the Dark: Classic Collection brings the seminal survival horror masterpieces of the 90's to your PC today.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 51.1%, Horror 15.5%, Survival Horror 14.8%, Adventure 9.3%, Action 9.3%

Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored – Now with New Challenge Mode

Why similar: Female Protagonist 37%, Third Person 28.6%, Action 15%, Adventure 14.2%, Story Rich 5.2%

A mysterious letter calls you back to your abandoned family mansion. Explore its dark rooms, uncover the bloody rituals buried in your family’s past, and escape the presence lurking in the shadows. Shadow Mansion is a story-driven horror game of atmosphere, exploration, and survival.

Why similar: Detective 18.2%, Psychological Horror 13.6%, Horror 11.8%, Survival Horror 9.8%, Dark 9.7%

Pass through the threshold and enter a world born of memories. Defend yourself with a camera while solving death’s mysteries in a reverent evolution of 90’s survival horror, integrating both fixed cameras and over the shoulder perspectives.

Why similar: Cinematic 16.8%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Horror 11.7%, Survival Horror 11.5%, Surreal 10%

Explore disturbing corners of the human psyche. Delve into a dimension of nightmares, the occult and a tense psychological world created in classic Lovecraftian style. As police detective Howard E. Loreid, you are tasked to solve the murder of Clark Field, a wealthy man involved in the occult.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 48.2%, Horror 16.5%, Psychological Horror 15.1%, Detective 14%, Adventure 6.3%

Alisa is a Horror-themed Action Adventure game and a genuine throwback to the golden age of 90s 3D games.

Why similar: Survival Horror 28.5%, Horror 21.5%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Mystery 15%, Action 8.8%

Fear the Spotlight is an atmospheric third-person horror adventure with a disturbing mystery to unravel. Sneak into school after hours with Vivian and Amy, survive a séance gone wrong, solve tactile puzzles, and, whatever you do, stay out of the spotlight…

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.5%, Survival Horror 15.5%, Horror 15.1%, Female Protagonist 13%, Surreal 12.3%

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Cinematic 21%, Psychological Horror 20.5%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Dark 10.9%, Psychological 8.5%

An epic supernatural horror adventure and the spiritual successor to cult classic Scratches set in a massive, decaying mental institute. Inspired by H. P. Lovecraft, Hammer Films and twisted Euro Horror from the 80s.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 25.9%, Psychological Horror 18.5%, Horror 17.7%, Dark 10.2%, Mystery 8.9%

From the moment Edward Carnby and Aline Cedrac set foot on Shadow Island, they are confronted by mysterious, evil creatures intent on thwarting their progress to recover 3 ancient tablets believed to hold the secret key to some incredible menacing phenomena. Danger threatens from every corner.

Why similar: Horror 44.1%, Survival Horror 28%, Adventure 15.5%, Action 12.4%

1975. Disaster strikes the Beira D oil rig off the coast of Scotland. Navigate the collapsing rig to save your crew from an otherworldly horror on the edge of all logic and reality in this 3x BAFTA Games Award-winning narrative horror experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 34%, Psychological Horror 15%, Horror 12.2%, Cinematic 11.8%, Dark 9.7%

The Thing: Remastered is a faithful restoration of the cult-classic 2002 third-person survival horror shooter game inspired by Universal Pictures’ genre-defining 1982 film, The Thing

Why similar: Survival Horror 21.3%, Horror 17.3%, Third Person 16.4%, Psychological 15.9%, Thriller 12%

Descend into madness in a first-person survival horror inspired by Lovecraft and Giger. Solve the mystery of esoteric cults. Cross the gate to the blasphemous land of Lusst’ghaa. Play the new M-rated cut of the fan-favorite Lust from Beyond.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 30.7%, Cinematic 13.5%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Psychological 10.7%, Horror 10%

A third person survival horror game. Search for key objects, solve puzzles and face dangers in order to escape. Inspired by the old survival horror, with two playable characters and modern mechanics delve into the narrative story of Selene's Unbearable night.

Why similar: Horror 14.2%, Cinematic 12.9%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Survival Horror 11.4%, Third Person 9.8%

Puzzle Horror game inspired by PS2 era classics. Navigate environments, tackle threats, and meet other lost characters in the depths of the Gloom.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.2%, Psychological Horror 18.7%, Horror 14.4%, Survival Horror 13%, Thriller 11.9%

Maid of Sker is a first-person survival horror, set in a remote hotel with a gory and macabre history from Welsh folklore. Brave the nightmares of the Quiet Ones. Do not panic…don’t even breathe!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25%, Horror 24.4%, Survival Horror 13.9%, Mystery 13.1%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

Daymare: 1994 Sandcastle is a third-person story-driven survival horror game prequel to the critically acclaimed Daymare: 1998. Step into the shoes of agent Dalila Reyes, a former government spy now in the service of H.A.D.E.S. unit and prepare to face the true horror.

Why similar: Horror 25.9%, Survival Horror 20.3%, Third Person 19%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Action 6.6%

Inspired by old and classic survival horror games, THE MUTE HOUSE combines exploration, management, puzzles and a touch of action. As Emily investigates about her sister's vanishing, she finds herself trapped in a mysterious mansion.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 37%, Horror 15.3%, Survival Horror 13.9%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Realistic 8.9%

Fear Effect, the pioneering cel-shaded cinematic action game, returns!

Why similar: Cinematic 33.8%, Dark 25.5%, Female Protagonist 23.6%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 6.7%

In 1947, hard-boiled private eye Ben O'Hara is searching for a missing girl in an abandoned hotel. Investigate room by room, piece together clues, and give the living dead lead poisoning in this noir horror. Can you push through your fear and discover what became of her?

Why similar: Noir 22.9%, Detective 12.1%, Psychological Horror 9.6%, Cinematic 9%, Horror 8.2%

MADiSON is a first person psychological horror game that delivers an immersive and terrifying experience. With the help of an instant camera, connect the human world with the beyond, take pictures and develop them by yourself. Solve puzzles, explore your surroundings and most importantly, survive.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 30.8%, Horror 26.9%, Dark 18%, Survival Horror 15.3%, Adventure 4.6%

Beneath is a Lovecraft-inspired survival FPS. Scarce ammo, merciless enemies and a sense of the unknown combine in a 10+ hour, story-driven single player campaign, built for both veteran gamers and those seeking a challenging old school experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 31.6%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Psychological 13.1%, Supernatural 12.6%, Horror 10.2%

Explore a haunted mansion, uncover a killers madness, and enter surreal paintings to relive the twisted mind of a killer. Danger and mystery are lurking behind the screaming walls of this fascinating and frightening horror adventure.

Why similar: Noir 24.1%, Psychological Horror 12%, Horror 9.5%, Psychological 9.2%, Surreal 8.1%