Games Like Butcher's Creek

Can you escape the home of a cannibal serial killer? It's only a matter of time until you're dinner!

Why similar: Survival Horror 33.6%, Horror 28.8%, First-Person 15.1%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same gritty, low-fi, and terrifying atmosphere of being hunted by a sadistic killer in a remote, claustrophobic location.

An immersive power fantasy simulator with tactical stealth elements set in a sewage infused garbage world

Why similar: Surreal 30%, Dark Humor 22.5%, Lore-Rich 18.1%, Psychological Horror 16.8%, First-Person 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the dark, cynical humor and grotesque, surreal violence found in the most disturbing horror titles.

A horror game about claustrophobia. During a storm your service dog is forced down a broken sewer drain. You find the nearest sewer entrance and run in after it. Along the way you will meet others that are also stricken by abnormal or psychological fear.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Horror 18.1%, Survival Horror 17.5%, Surreal 16.3%, First-Person 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in claustrophobic, first-person psychological horror that emphasizes vulnerability and intense, unsettling encounters.

A first-person action horror game set in a nightmarish manor infested with zombies, psychotic cultists, and a horde of other horrors. Utilize an assortment of different weapons in a brutal fight for survival as you try to escape from the Nightmare of Decay.

Why similar: Horror 21.1%, Survival Horror 20.6%, Gore 19.9%, Demons 13.1%, First-Person 11%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy, first-person horror game that focuses on visceral combat and survival against hordes of undead.

Weird west legends meet eldritch horror in BLOOD WEST, an immersive stealth FPS. Become the Undead Gunslinger, doomed to roam the barren lands until he manages to purge their curse, freeing his soul. 3 varied scenarios, perk-based character progression, and 20+ hours of gameplay await you!

Why similar: Demons 23.6%, Horror 19.7%, Survival Horror 17.9%, Dark 15.1%, First-Person 14.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines atmospheric, first-person survival-horror with a desolate, wilderness setting that feels spiritually aligned with the Appalachian horror vibe.

A serial killer is terrorizing the city, and Sara's deadbeat boyfriend hasn't done the laundry. Can Sara survive a late-night trip to the laundromat, or will the Womb Ripper perform an early delivery?

Why similar: Gore 14.9%, Crime 13.6%, Horror 12.3%, Survival Horror 12.1%, Psychological Horror 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It captures a specific, grimy aesthetic and slow-burn, atmospheric horror that feels like a direct companion to the style of Butcher's Creek.

Hunt squirrels, staple them to a corpse, and meet god.

Why similar: Dark Humor 34.4%, Horror 18.9%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, First-Person 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This short, bizarre horror game perfectly captures the dark, offbeat humor and nature-based dread found in the seed game.

Trapped in a dark, Victorian city consumed by an ancient curse, you must plan your survival and daring escape using nothing but stealth, an arsenal of eccentric weapons, and your wit in this haunting adventure inspired by the immersive sims and survival horror greats of the late 90s and early 2000s.

Why similar: Survival Horror 33.3%, First-Person 17.9%, Dark 16.4%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Exploration 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This immersive sim features intense melee combat and a dark, Victorian-horror aesthetic that rewards careful, tactical play.

Witch Hunt is a challenging horror themed hunting game that takes place in the 18th century. Main focus of the game is on exploration, non-linearity, and atmosphere.

Why similar: Survival Horror 20.5%, Horror 19.7%, Psychological Horror 13.2%, Gore 13%, First-Person 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A slow-paced, atmospheric survival-horror game set in a dark, isolated forest where you must hunt down supernatural entities.

Among Ashes is a terrifying first-person survival horror game. Your friend has sent you a link to a game that someone posted online, but as you play you quickly realise that something is terribly wrong. Whatever you do… K̴͉͚̗̅̃̄E̷͓̤̺̊͠E̴̤̰̿̽P̴̠̳̀́ ̴̨̮̭̕̚P̷̠͇̳͐̓̀L̶̹̔Ả̷̧Y̵̘̺͆̓Ï̸̻̏͂N̷͙̯͊G̵͖̹̠̽̿

Why similar: Survival Horror 15%, Horror 14.7%, Psychological Horror 14.5%, Dark 12.5%, First-Person 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person psychological horror game that masterfully builds tension through its atmospheric, meta-narrative approach.

Cry of Fear is a psychological single-player and co-op horror game set in a deserted town filled with horrific creatures and nightmarish delusions. You play as a young man desperately searching for answers in the cold Scandinavian night, finding his way through the city as he slowly descends into madness.

Why similar: Horror 38.7%, Psychological Horror 20.4%, Survival Horror 20.3%, First-Person 8.1%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, gritty first-person survival-horror game that excels at making every encounter feel desperate and dangerous.

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: Survival Horror 19.7%, Horror 18.2%, Psychological Horror 16.2%, First-Person 13.1%, Atmospheric 10%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an intense, first-person survival experience where you must scavenge and fight back against a persistent, terrifying threat.

As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator.

Why similar: Horror 32.4%, Survival Horror 21.4%, Gore 14.1%, First-Person 13.2%, Exploration 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game features brutal, melee-focused survival horror in a remote, hostile wilderness that forces you to fight for your life against cannibalistic foes.

Remorse: The List is a classic survival horror game where the player must figure out what is happening in the little hungarian town of Hidegpuszta, and your only clue is a list that doesn't make much sense. Exploring will be the key to unveiling its secrets and get out of there alive.

Why similar: Gore 20.3%, Survival Horror 13.3%, Psychological Horror 12.5%, Horror 12.4%, Dark 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This indie horror title emphasizes violent, first-person combat and exploration in a dark, unsettling environment.

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 19%, Horror 15.1%, Psychological Horror 14.2%, Surreal 10.6%, Demons 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A haunting, first-person psychological horror game that focuses on exploration and the discovery of a dark, tragic story.

When reality is a nightmare, nightmares become real. In this psychological horror game, you fight the terrifying creatures invading your mind. Can you save your sanity?

Why similar: Gore 16.2%, Horror 14.9%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Survival Horror 13.1%, Dark 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deeply atmospheric, first-person horror experience that blends psychological trauma with terrifying creature encounters.

Will you survive when the world falls apart? Jawbreaker is a punishing stealth & survival horror game that will have you running, hiding, and fighting in a terrifying gang-infested society on the verge of collapse. Though that’s not all, once the sun goes down the true fear begins...

Why similar: Crime 18%, Gore 13.7%, Horror 9.9%, Survival Horror 9.5%, Surreal 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person, atmospheric horror game that emphasizes action and gore in a dark, confined setting.

Survival Horror in first person where you must manage your ammunition well, explore varied scenarios and face nightmarish beings, while investigating the macabre experiments with children, the result of a mind unhinged by madness and family loss.

Why similar: Survival Horror 15.2%, Gore 15.2%, Psychological Horror 12.5%, Combat 12.2%, Horror 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends action-adventure with survival-horror, offering a first-person experience that keeps the player constantly on edge.

Your task is simple, exterminate all vermin. The sledge hammer you have been provided is capable of destroying almost all office appliances and furniture that may be uncooperative. Your time is running out.

Why similar: Surreal 21.3%, Horror 14.5%, Psychological Horror 14.2%, Dark 12.7%, First-Person 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, first-person horror game that uses dark humor and unexpected shifts in reality to unsettle the player.

Pitty Meaty is a horrifying creepypasta survival horror game where you must survive in a dangerous territory under the constant threat of a menacing, swollen corpse head.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.4%, Horror 13.4%, Survival Horror 12.7%, First-Person 11.3%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A hack-and-slash action game that leans into the gore and dungeon-crawling elements of the horror genre.

Bleak Haven is a cinematic survival horror where faith is twisted, every shot matters, and survival hangs on what you can build. Explore haunted ruins, abandoned villages, and face a cult preparing the world for a god no one should ever witness.

Why similar: Survival Horror 14%, Psychological Horror 12.8%, Horror 12.5%, Gore 10.7%, Combat 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-horror game that prioritizes a dark, thriller-like atmosphere and intense, action-oriented encounters.

A 90’s-inspired slasher survival horror. A Halloween party at a remote farm turns into a nightmare as you explore macabre farms, dark cornfields, and dangerous settings where you'll have to run, fight, and survive.

Why similar: Gore 16.7%, Survival Horror 12.7%, Psychological Horror 12.2%, Horror 10.5%, Dark 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a story-rich, psychological horror experience with a focus on survival and gore.

Doorways is an immersive horror adventure, featuring a complex story and deep atmosphere.

Why similar: Horror 26.2%, Survival Horror 12.2%, Crime 10.7%, Gore 9.2%, Dark 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie, first-person horror adventure that focuses on exploration and solving puzzles within a dark, mysterious setting.

You are a veteran, in a post World War 3 apocalyptic world. Starving and alone, you fight to keep your sanity in the hell that this world has decayed into. In a desperate attempt to find food, you stumble your way into an abandoned prison, but you find out it is not as abandoned as you believed...

Why similar: Gore 15.4%, Survival Horror 14.1%, Horror 13.6%, Psychological Horror 13.1%, Dark 11%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a classic, atmospheric, first-person survival-horror experience with a focus on exploration and dread.

Project Crypt: The horror adventure about escaping a city overrun by monsters.

Why similar: Conspiracy 18.8% ★, Survival Horror 12.6%, Horror 12%, Psychological Horror 11.3%, Dark 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person horror game that leans into the FPS genre while maintaining a dark, story-rich atmosphere.

Ultraviolent, fast-paced, merciless retro FPS action. Slaughter your way through nightmarish industrial mazes, transformed cityscapes, and surreal alien structures to cut down the Growth.

Why similar: Gore 19.9%, Demons 18.2%, Surreal 17.6%, Horror 13.2%, First-Person 12.7%

Escape the nightmarish human abattoir in this blood-soaked Horror FPS.

Why similar: Gore 31.1%, Horror 20.7%, First-Person 16.4%, Dark 12.4%, Action 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This action-horror title features first-person combat and a relentless, gritty tone that fits the survival-horror mold.

You are being hunted for your misdeeds. With blood on your hands and weight on your conscience, you must collect the relics of your past, and confront your demons once and for all...

Why similar: Demons 21.3%, Dark 13.1%, First-Person 12.7%, Horror 11.8%, Psychological Horror 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines action and adventure elements with a creepy, 3D horror aesthetic that keeps the player moving.

First-person survival horror with ghosts and demons. Find yourself smack in the middle of a haunted forest in the dead of night. Talk to spirits through your Spirit Board. Capture evidence of the paranormal, but beware, fiercely aggressive demons are on the hunt.

Why similar: Gore 18%, Demons 18%, Horror 16.3%, Crime 13%, Survival Horror 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An indie horror game that focuses on the mystery and terror of exploring haunted, isolated locations.

Psychological single-player first-person horror. Explore dark environments, fight with melee and guns, and solve puzzles in this retro 2000s-inspired nightmare where the truth is more terrifying than the monsters.

Why similar: Survival Horror 14.2%, Psychological Horror 13.9%, Surreal 13.2%, Horror 11.3%, Dark 10.5%

Years into a brutal lockdown, a once-thriving city lies in ruins, abandoned by its government and overrun by vicious, mindless infected. Grab your hammer, collect your nerves and enter the mayhem.

Why similar: Horror 21.7%, First-Person 17.3%, Dark 16%, Exploration 12.8%, Action 10.1%

A fast run and gun horror shooter with roguelike elements

Why similar: Gore 36%, First-Person 25.2%, Horror 16.6%, Action 12.6%, Combat 7.1%

In this story focused horror game, you are a priest! And you need to help a family with their cursed house, explore, follow your visions, find the root, and exorcize it!

Why similar: Demons 17.1%, Survival Horror 14.1%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Horror 13.4%, First-Person 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological, first-person horror game that focuses on uncovering a dark mystery through exploration and atmospheric tension.

Necrophosis is a first-person horror adventure, plunging you into a nightmarish realm teeming with grotesque forms and ominous visuals. Delve into eerie landscapes and uncover secrets in this atmospheric journey through the macabre.

Why similar: Surreal 27.3%, Psychological Horror 18%, Horror 16%, Demons 13.7%, First-Person 10.5%

BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW is a first-person psychological horror game that explores the impact social media has on mental health through the story of Anne, a victim of bullying trapped in a surreal nightmare where she must solve a dark mystery and confront sinister creatures.

Why similar: Crime 16.7%, Demons 12%, Surreal 11.3%, Horror 10.5%, Psychological Horror 10%

Experience the psychological horror of being kidnapped by a serial killer. Driven to escape, explore everything around you, use your wits, uncover secrets, and face the unimaginable dread of being in the victim’s place. Inspired by a true story.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 16.2%, Horror 16.2%, First-Person 12.8%, Survival Horror 11%, Dark 10%

Welcome to the darkness of the town; here, you walk a fine line between reality and dreams, questioning your sanity. Black Light Kills takes you deep into Aiden’s mind, where nightmares begin as reality fades.

Why similar: Crime 17%, Surreal 15.8%, Demons 15.8%, Gore 9.5%, Dark 8.7%

Doorways: Holy Mountains of Flesh is an Immersive Horror Adventure, featuring a Complex Story and Deep Atmosphere.

Why similar: Demons 17.7%, Gore 16.2%, Horror 12.3%, Survival Horror 11.3%, Psychological Horror 10.8%

Scrap hunting season has gone wrong, VHS slasher survival horror.

Why similar: Crime 22.9%, Survival Horror 19.4%, Horror 18.3%, Psychological Horror 16.1%, Atmospheric 9.2%

Bad Cheese is a psychological horror inspired by the eerie charm of 1920s animation. Step into the tiny paws of a mouse spending the weekend at home with a dysfunctional Dad while Mom's away. Be on your best behavior and KEEP DADDY HAPPY.

Why similar: Gore 19.9%, Horror 15.2%, Psychological Horror 15.1%, First-Person 11.1%, Dark 10.6%

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: Surreal 16.1%, Survival Horror 13.3%, Psychological Horror 13.1%, Horror 12.8%, Demons 9.3%

Venture through the Labyrinth Of The Demon King, solving puzzles and fighting fearsome monsters in an epic quest to track down the demon who betrayed your lord and end its life.

Why similar: Demons 19.9%, Survival Horror 18.5%, Horror 15.5%, First-Person 12.3%, Psychological Horror 12.3%

Fight off Krampus on Christmas Eve, in a terrifying, double-barrel-wielding, jump-scaring, thrill ride!

Why similar: Demons 25.2%, Dark Humor 16.9%, Horror 16.7%, Story Rich 10.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Christmas is coming and Larry's got a big problem - his Christmas tree is telling him to KILL! Lead him through his murder rampage.

Why similar: Dark Humor 23.6%, Gore 22.5%, Surreal 20.1%, Horror 16.4%, Survival Horror 11.9%

Inspired by 80s slasher films, Christmas Mutilator™ is an immersive horror and home invasion game. Your husband and children are trapped in the storm, you are stuck in a cabin for the holidays. Use every tactic you can to stay alive and get out of your house as a vicious psychopath breaks in.

Why similar: Gore 38.1%, Surreal 13.3%, Survival Horror 9.6%, Horror 9.5%, Psychological Horror 9%

The Demon Within Me is a first-person psychological horror game featuring a dark, lonely, and atmospheric environment that offers an immersive and disturbing experience.

Why similar: Demons 21.6%, Psychological Horror 16.4%, Horror 16.2%, Dark 13.1%, First-Person 13.1%

Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.6%, First-Person 22.7%, Horror 14.7%, Gore 12.3%, Action 6.7%

What starts as the preparation for a special Halloween night event at a summer camp turns into a nightmare when someone with a bloodied axe ends the lives of all your friends. Will you manage to escape and save yourself?

Why similar: Survival Horror 21.9%, First-Person 20%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Exploration 12.7%, Action 11%

Crisol is a survival horror adventure set in a twisted version of Spain. As a soldier captured by religious dogmatism, you must use your own blood as ammunition, without draining to the point of death. Explore the cursed island of Tormentosa, uncover dark secrets, and battle horrifying enemies.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.6%, Horror 15.8%, Survival Horror 13.6%, First-Person 11.5%, Dark 11.3%

80's horror inspired FPS, a nightmarish scene taking place at an abandoned orphanage.

Why similar: Horror 20.1%, First-Person 18.6%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Exploration 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.5%

HELLSEED is a first-person horror adventure that combines puzzles, action, and a chilling narrative. In a dark world full of supernatural threats, you’ll need to solve complex puzzles and manage your sanity. This isn’t just a fight for survival—it's a journey into the depths of terror.

Why similar: Horror 14%, Demons 12.4%, Survival Horror 12.3%, Gore 12.3%, Psychological Horror 11.8%

BUTCHER is a fast-paced, blood-soaked 2D shooter where carnage is the only way forward. Become a ruthless cyborg tasked with eradicating humanity, leaving nothing but blood, guts, and destruction in your wake. There's no such thing as too much violence in this grim, retro-styled gorefest.

Why similar: Gore 63.7%, Dark 18.6%, Action 15.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%

GORE is a Lovecraft-inspired horror experience set deep in the Rocky Mountains. Explore the wilderness and uncover the origins of the fleshy entity.

Why similar: Gore 20.8%, Horror 16%, Psychological Horror 15.6%, Survival Horror 13.9%, First-Person 10.7%

The Beast Inside is a unique, gripping twist on thriller and survival horror. Immerse in the story of long-buried secrets, personal tragedies, and madness. Play as two protagonists bounded by dark heritage. Combat the enemies, solve riddles and experience real terror in the 3D-scanned environment.

Why similar: Horror 28.2%, Survival Horror 14.7%, Gore 13.5%, Psychological Horror 11.8%, First-Person 10.6%

Immerse yourself in retro top-down visuals as you face the horrors of Breckenridge Hall through intense first-person combat. Scavenge, solve puzzles, and upgrade your gear. Do whatever it takes to survive—but remember: You Will Die Here Tonight.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Dark 19.4%, Combat 15%, Survival Horror 14.1%, Horror 12.7%

Shame Legacy is a first-person survival-horror, set in a forsaken cultist village. You attempt to survive using stealth and escape. By solving puzzles, you unravel the mystery that's h(a)unting you.

Why similar: Survival Horror 25.8%, Dark 19.8%, First-Person 18.1%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Horror 11.4%

It's a Retro PS2 style Horror ARPG about a frustrated executioner in late 17th century. He ran away from the gallows. It aroused a riot of monsters, he had to clean up this cruel mess, and find out the truth of this crazy world.

Why similar: Survival Horror 34.8%, Horror 33.2%, Gore 16.9%, Action 10.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%

A horror game where you play a hand-held console in the backseat during a long drive home.

Why similar: Survival Horror 17.9%, Horror 15.5%, Dark 14.7%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Story Rich 10.4%

Implements of Hell is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore the mysteries, unlock the secrets, and change the outcome in a slow-paced atmospheric, and extremely horrifying experience.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.2%, Horror 21%, Dark 17.4%, Atmospheric 12.2%, First-Person 10.6%