Games Like Blackbay Asylum

Originally released in 1998 on PC, and awarded as the Adventure Game of the Year, The timeless horror point-and-click, Sanitarium, is returning to frighten the bravest adventure game fans.

Why similar: Horror 51.2%, Adventure 41.6%, Puzzle 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic psychological horror adventure that shares the asylum setting and surreal, puzzle-heavy narrative style.

Amnesia: The Dark Descent, a first person survival horror. A game about immersion, discovery and living through a nightmare. An experience that will chill you to the core.

Why similar: Gore 44.9%, Horror 37.8%, Adventure 8.6%, Puzzle 5.2%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential asylum-style horror game that balances intense vulnerability with intricate environmental puzzles.

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

Why similar: Horror 51.5%, Gore 28%, Adventure 12.1%, Violent 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the Lovecraftian horror elements and investigative gameplay found in the seed game.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Horror 47.2%, Adventure 33.2%, Indie 12.1%, Puzzle 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, psychological adventure that explores themes of insanity and trauma through a unique, gritty lens.

Hell is an experiment you can't survive in Outlast, a first-person survival horror game developed by veterans of some of the biggest game franchises in history. As investigative journalist Miles Upshur, explore Mount Massive Asylum and try to survive long enough to discover its terrible secret... if you dare.

Why similar: Gore 44.9%, Horror 44.5%, Adventure 7.9%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: An iconic asylum-based horror game that emphasizes stealth and survival in a terrifying, confined space.

Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.

Why similar: Gore 42.2%, Horror 24.4%, Adventure 17.2%, Puzzle 9.5%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, dark puzzle-adventure that delves into the mind of a protagonist struggling with their perception of reality.

There is nothing Joe wouldn't do for his wife. But as they try to save their marriage with a romantic getaway, things go from bad to worse, and from worse... to insanity...

Why similar: Adventure 30.3%, Gore 28.9%, Horror 26.9%, Indie 11.7%, Puzzle 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A grim, psychological horror adventure that shares the dark, mature themes and narrative-driven gameplay of the seed.

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: Horror 51.7%, Adventure 37.2%, Puzzle 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on psychological exploration and environmental puzzles that shift as the protagonist's sanity unravels.

In Rise of Insanity, as a doctor of psychology you will explore the darkest recesses of the human mind. Overcome your fear to find the truth behind the tragedy that has befallen your family.

Why similar: Horror 41.3%, Adventure 33.9%, Indie 15.2%, Puzzle 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving within a disturbed mental landscape.

From the creators of Amnesia: The Dark Descent comes SOMA, a sci-fi horror game set below the waves of the Atlantic ocean. Struggle to survive a hostile world that will make you question your very existence.

Why similar: Gore 52%, Horror 23.3%, Adventure 13.4%, Puzzle 5.9%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines deep, existential narrative with puzzle-solving and atmospheric horror in a confined, dangerous setting.

Inmates is a story-driven, atmospheric psychological horror game. Featuring interactive exploration in a suffocating location, mind-bending puzzles and disturbing imagery. You wake up in a run-down prison cell and have no clue how you got there. You’ve convinced yourself this is all just a nightmare...

Why similar: Adventure 44.1%, Horror 39.2%, Indie 16.7%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game set in an abandoned prison that shares the asylum-like atmosphere and puzzle focus.

Developed by Shinji Mikami -- creator of the seminal Resident Evil series -- and the talented team at Tango Gameworks, The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension.

Why similar: Gore 60.5%, Horror 32.5%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: A gore-filled survival horror experience that features complex puzzles and a surreal, nightmare-like world.

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: Gore 47.6%, Horror 22.2%, Adventure 20.1%, Indie 7.8%, Puzzle 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click psychological horror game that captures the eerie, confined feeling of a mental institution.

The visage of doctors and patients alike fade in and out of these nightmarish visions of tortured memories. This eggshell reality is fractured by experiments conducted in the ward. Blood, flesh and screams surround as you put together the pieces of your story and make your escape from the Bright Dawn Treatment Center while the dark...

Why similar: Horror 57%, Adventure 31.5%, Indie 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person horror game that blends FPS combat with asylum-themed exploration and puzzles.

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: Horror 48.6%, Adventure 31.5%, Gore 18.5%, Puzzle 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: An investigative RPG that leans heavily into Lovecraftian themes and puzzle-based deduction.

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: Gore 57.7%, Horror 19.8%, Adventure 15.6%, Puzzle 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features classic survival horror mechanics, including inventory management and puzzle-solving in a surreal world.

Wander through an interactive nightmare set within the confines of a once-happy household. Piece together the mystery behind a harrowing series of events while struggling to survive encounters with an entity that relentlessly stands in the way of finding absolution.

Why similar: Gore 45.4%, Violent 19.9%, Horror 18.6%, Adventure 11.6%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven psychological horror game that emphasizes exploration and uncovering dark secrets in a domestic setting.

STASIS The isometric, point-and-click, sci-fi horror adventure game! In the distant future aboard a seemingly abandoned spacecraft, John Maracheck awakes from stasis. He must push himself to new physical and emotional limits and unravel the mysteries around him.

Why similar: Gore 44.3%, Horror 25.9%, Adventure 18.9%, Puzzle 5.5%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric horror game that excels at gore, environmental storytelling, and inventory-based puzzle-solving.

Detention is an atmospheric horror game set in 1960s Taiwan under martial law. Incorporated religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology, the game provided players with unique graphics and gaming experience.

Why similar: Horror 36%, Gore 24.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Violent 9.7%, Indie 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric horror game that uses puzzle mechanics to explore dark, historical, and psychological themes.

Pathologic 2 is a groundbreaking open-world horror RPG. Resist the plague. Make medicine. Heal people. Perform an autopsy. Trade to get what you need. Fight and kill if necessary. Survive. Struggle with an outbreak in a secluded rural town that is rapidly turning into hell.

Why similar: Adventure 70.7%, Indie 29.3%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, psychological survival game that forces players to navigate a decaying world filled with madness.

Black Sheep" is a 2D story-driven adventure game, you will play a high school student who explores the flooded school ruins, trace the shadow of the past, and unveil the evil those buried in the bottom of the river to see the light of day.

Why similar: Horror 44.3%, Adventure 38.6%, Indie 9%, Puzzle 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror adventure that focuses on mystery and investigation within a dark, unsettling environment.

The original first‑person cyberpunk horror detective tale 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: Horror 31.9%, Gore 27%, Violent 21.8%, Adventure 14.7%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological investigation game that explores the dark, fractured minds of its inhabitants in a dystopian setting.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Horror 50.7%, Adventure 30.7%, Puzzle 10.8%, Indie 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, puzzle-platformer that excels at creating a sense of vulnerability and dread in a hostile world.

Darkwood - a new perspective on survival horror. Scavenge and explore a rich, ever-changing free-roam world by day, then hunker down in your hideout and pray for the morning light.

Why similar: Horror 57.3%, Adventure 42.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down survival horror game that relies on intense atmosphere and environmental awareness rather than jump scares.

Classified Stories: The Tome of Myrkah is a first-person, micro-adventure game that tells the story of P.I. Jim Morrison's encounters with the occult and the extraordinary. Explore your surroundings and solve puzzles in order to uncover the harrowing story of your friend's descent into insanity.

Why similar: Gore 34.1%, Adventure 21.5%, Violent 18.1%, Horror 13%, Indie 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person adventure game that focuses on dark, atmospheric exploration and puzzle-solving.

Free version of Shrouded in Sanity. Discover the secrets of the estate, as you look for answers among the violent inhabitants. Servants roaming the halls will attack on sight, for a strange and repelling madness took hold... one rooted in a deeper understanding of cosmic insignificance.

Why similar: Gore 51.8%, Violent 26.3%, Adventure 14.1%, Indie 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A violent, indie horror game that features challenging combat and a dark, gothic aesthetic.

Cleansuit is a retro-style graphical text adventure game where you must find creative ways to survive a mysterious serial killer's assault on your home. Use text commands to manipulate the detailed environment and discover all the unique ways to win and die.

Why similar: Gore 46.1%, Violent 24.4%, Horror 12.1%, Indie 8.8%, Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A text-based indie horror game that focuses on gore and disturbing narrative choices.

Forest Asylum 2 - An Indie Psychological Horror Game and the sequel to the well-received first part. Embark on a Therapy that will change your life!

Why similar: Gore 32.5%, Adventure 25.8%, Horror 20.5%, Violent 17.2%, Puzzle 4%

Trapped in an abandoned asylum with the sinister Doctor Viscera, who will stop at nothing to keep you there as his test subject for cruel experiments. Explore the old GrimmHaus Asylum in this PSX-style survival horror game.

Why similar: Horror 31.9%, Gore 23%, Adventure 19.7%, Violent 12.2%, Puzzle 10.5%

You wake up at the psychiatric institution Hillstone Asylum and find that you have been given a potent hallucinogen. As you cross the corridors of Hillstone Asylum, you notice that there's something wrong with you: The hallucinogen shows its effects and literally puts you in hell on earth.

Why similar: Gore 41.6%, Violent 22%, Adventure 16%, Horror 10.9%, Indie 7.1%

As Dr. Riley McClein, you have to figure out what is real and what is not as you try to uncover the mysterious happenings at the hospital, while also trying to deal with your epileptic attacks that have haunted you all your life.

Why similar: Gore 43.8%, Violent 20.5%, Horror 17.8%, Adventure 12.6%, Indie 5.2%

Take an exciting journey with Twisty, the floating brain monster, as he battles his way out of an insane asylum in this hilariously bizarre, action/adventure game.

Why similar: Gore 48%, Violent 25.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Horror 7.6%, Indie 5.4%

Insanity VR combines an immersive and intuitive locomotion system in VR, a compelling horror story and escape the room like puzzles with stealth mechanics. As the new intern at a futuristic institute for mental illnesses you get transported into the mind of a patient to reconstruct his memories.

Why similar: Gore 40%, Violent 20.4%, Horror 17.4%, Adventure 14.9%, Indie 4.7%

Serene Asylum is a first-person psychological horror puzzle game. Solve puzzles as you uncover the dark history of the insane asylum and try to escape before you are stuck in game forever. But don't be scared, it's just a game after all, right? Now... if you can read this, you need to wake up!

Why similar: Puzzle 66.6%, Indie 33.4%

"Madness Inside"" immerses you in the dark depths of an abandoned psychiatric hospital, where horrifying experiments were once conducted. Police Lieutenant Vic Voight, in pursuit of a dangerous criminal, unexpectedly finds himself trapped in this nightmarish place.

Why similar: Violent 46.6%, Horror 22.8%, Adventure 20.2%, Indie 10.5%

Experience the story of Alexander Green and find out what happened on the day of the accident in this First Person horror Adventure. Follow the development of Alex, solve puzzles around the event and try not to fall into madness as you search for answers.

Why similar: Horror 47%, Adventure 33.5%, Puzzle 11.9%, Indie 7.6%

You play as a schizophrenic and must find an outlet at any cost...

Why similar: Gore 49.1%, Violent 25.3%, Adventure 13%, Horror 7.6%, Indie 5.1%

Psychopathy Assessment is a retro-80s V.H.S PS1 style analog horror game that blurs the line between reality and delusion. Step into a universe where you're not just playing a game; you're taking a psychopathy test, but the stakes are considerably higher than a straightforward diagnosis.

Why similar: Gore 53.4%, Violent 28.3%, Horror 7%, Indie 6%, Adventure 5.2%

A psychological horror game about being a child in an insane asylum. You're in a cruel world but your imaginary friends have your back. Here, you will uncover a dark conspiracy where you are to receive a terrible fate.

Why similar: Adventure 57%, Horror 43%

Locked Fears is a first person puzzle/horror game with platforming elements and creepy atmosphere. You play as Samuel Custer, a late worker at UNIVERS HORIZONS, when things at the office start to drift into a dreadful situation. With the help of an unknown Individual you try to survive and escape this nightmare.

Why similar: Gore 59.2%, Horror 17.2%, Adventure 16.9%, Indie 6.7%

Fear in Hospital is a short survivor horror in hospital where you should find a occult path to escape alive!

Why similar: Gore 42.3%, Violent 17.9%, Horror 17.7%, Adventure 13.3%, Puzzle 5.2%

Survive the night in a deadly asylum—deliver sinister meds, keep the insane in line, and outwit a killer hiding in the dark.

Why similar: Gore 47.2%, Violent 25.5%, Horror 16.8%, Indie 5.3%, Puzzle 5.3%

A short Psychological Horror Experience for one night that takes you through the dark corridors of a mental asylum. For best experience a dark room and headphones recommended.

Why similar: Horror 60.1%, Adventure 22%, Puzzle 17.9%

Step into a Psychological Horror Experience where you live in an apartment complex where the walls between reality and nightmares are crumbling. Run for your life, solve small puzzles and use items to help you survive.

Why similar: Horror 38.1%, Indie 33.9%, Adventure 28.1%

In this first-person horror mystery game, you set out to bury the horrible past of a tyrannical government. Retrieve and destroy the documents that unravel the secrets that lie beneath Oack Grove. Will you discover the terrifying truth and find your way out?

Why similar: Gore 33.5%, Adventure 20.2%, Violent 18.1%, Horror 15.2%, Puzzle 7.6%

Marrow is a 2D, Cosmic-Horror themed, action-adventure game emphasizing challenge, puzzles, platforming, combat and navigation. Leap, crawl, slash and blast your way through the cavernous bowels of a menacing mountain in a quest to find your lost friends.

Why similar: Gore 52.1%, Violent 27.6%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 6.7%

Experience true psychological horror as you explore nightmares inspired by the creator's struggles with depression and OCD. The defenseless protagonist must avoid monstrous manifestations of what haunts his subconscious in his quest to wake up into reality.

Why similar: Gore 43.4%, Horror 31.7%, Adventure 10.5%, Violent 7.2%, Indie 7.1%

Insomnis is a first-person horror game focused on story, exploration and solving puzzles to advance through a terrifying atmosphere. Players take control of Joe Castevet, who will have to deal with a mysterious inheritance he has just received. Discover all the secrets of the Castevet mansion!

Why similar: Gore 51%, Horror 19.7%, Adventure 16.3%, Indie 6.6%, Puzzle 6.4%

PSYCHO - is an exciting 3D shooter with hardcore elements where you will explore an abandoned psychiatric hospital playing as a fighter SWAT.

Why similar: Horror 42.4%, Adventure 36.6%, Indie 14%, Gore 7.1%

This is a horror game that asks a friend to find out what happened in an abandoned hospital.

Why similar: Gore 60.6%, Horror 22.3%, Violent 14.1%, Indie 3%

Get pulled into the nightmares of reality as you play as an abducted girl from the ger district of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Uncover a secret organization that deals in human trafficking and other horrendous activities. Try to escape from the scariest place on earth!

Why similar: Gore 49.4%, Violent 22%, Adventure 11.3%, Horror 9.5%, Indie 4.7%

Explore the hospital by Thwarting the creatures that are trying to stop you and solving puzzles. Successfully install the internet and surprise customer...

Why similar: Horror 55.3%, Adventure 26.8%, Puzzle 17.9%

Dive into Madhouse Madness: Streamer's Fate, where your stream turns into a wild, eerie adventure. Uncover secrets, solve puzzles, and expect the unexpected in a haunted asylum where nothing is as it seems. Will you brave the madness and reveal the truth?

Why similar: Horror 50.6%, Adventure 34.1%, Puzzle 15.3%

Bite-sized surreal horror with multiple choices. Make your own way through the claymation madness!

Why similar: Horror 31.3%, Adventure 29.6%, Violent 13.7%, Indie 13.5%, Puzzle 12%

A first-person atmospheric horror-puzzle game that focuses on the narrative to tie together the gruesome world with creative puzzles. Explore the mind of a twisted serial killer who wants nothing else than to show his work of art as well as tell his story to the world.

Why similar: Gore 35.1%, Adventure 27.8%, Horror 27.8%, Puzzle 9.3%

A single-player psychological horror game that will take you to the deepest and darkest secrets of the asylum.

Why similar: Gore 44.8%, Horror 28.9%, Indie 16.4%, Adventure 9.9%

When your madness is not desired, When your madness that you did not want is strangled by the bars in the pit. You go from being a powerless goat to a human being, and the only way to surprise the white coats who want to cure you completely is to take refuge in the craziness you want.

Why similar: Horror 56.6%, Adventure 43.4%

Lost in the abyssal depths of limbo, you are a tortured soul who is trapped between life and death, stuck in a dungeon whose puzzles will test you as you strive to go into the afterlife.

Why similar: Violent 57.9%, Adventure 29.8%, Indie 12.4%