Games Like Devexus

You've been invited to participate in a study for the newly developed Circadial pills, a medicine designed to remedy your life-long insomnia. Explore the empty halls of the facility and the landscapes of your dreams to uncover the source of your night terrors. You will never be the same.

Why similar: Abstract 14.6%, Lore-Rich 14%, Surreal 12.8%, Lovecraftian 11.1%, Psychological Horror 10.9%

You've got a new babysitting job, and things are taking a turn for the weird. Feed him, read him a bedtime story, and try not to fall into his dreams. How long can you stay in control?

Why similar: Gothic 13.7% ★, Lore-Rich 13.2%, Supernatural 13%, Lovecraftian 12.3%, Surreal 12%

Join a group of young streamers traveling to the town of "San Juan de los Muertos" to find real evidence of the spirit of a tormented woman called "La Llorona," who haunts the villagers every night.

Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 15.7% ★, Lore-Rich 14.4%, Supernatural 12.4%, Surreal 11.9%, Demons 10%

A story about a woman who lives alone near the forest.

Why similar: Supernatural 16.5%, Surreal 15.9%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Abstract 12.3%, Psychological Horror 12.2%

「除靈館」是一款解謎逃脫遊戲，玩家醒來時發現自己被困在一棟廢棄的洋館中，必須透過解開各種謎團與觀察各類線索，想辦法逃出洋館！

Why similar: Supernatural 24.8%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Demons 12.1%, Horror 11.2%, Puzzle 10.3%

Activate, Jump, Bomb, Out Run, Get Power Ups, Find Hidden Items, Speed Run, Pull Levers, Activate Switches, Out Smart Enemies, And Unravel The Story And Destroy The Dimension Crafted By An Ancient Craft Called Vein-Weaver Knitting.

Why similar: Surreal 16.3%, Psychological Horror 14.5%, Gothic 13.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Horror 12.9%

The Great Deer is a point-n-click adventure game where you play as an intrepid explorer searching for an artefact of great value. Journey into an ancient and long forgotten temple, discover the secrets within, and uncover the dark truth behind a sinister ritual taking place within its walls.

Why similar: Surreal 14.7%, Supernatural 12.5%, Lovecraftian 11.7%, Demons 11.6%, Logic 10.4%

A first-person supernatural horror inspired by the legends of Bhangarh Fort. Explore India’s most haunted place, uncover your brother’s disappearance, and survive the ancient curse that still haunts the ruins.

Why similar: Supernatural 28.9%, Lore-Rich 25.8%, Psychological Horror 15.2%, Horror 13.1%, Multiple Endings 10.4%

"Reality. A term concocted by creatures to give worth to their version of reality..." What happens if a 2D being is dragged into a 3D realm? Follow the "hero" through a world he/she barely understands and survive the demonic beings who brought our hero into this realm.

Why similar: Demons 21.1%, Supernatural 18.4%, Psychological Horror 17%, Surreal 16.9%, Horror 11.9%

The legend speaks of an illusive temple cursed by the evil wizard Somnus. In this experimental puzzle-adventure game, two explorers uncover the temple and dive deep into its depths, only to find connections to our own future. Will they survive the madness, or will their psyches break them first?

Why similar: Abstract 17.5%, Surreal 14%, Dynamic Narration 13.3% ★, Psychological Horror 13%, Horror 8.5%

Not thrilled that fate has led him into the confines of a sinister place, Varlu is left with no choice but to come face to face with many types of demons, including his very own.

Why similar: Gothic 15.3% ★, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Surreal 13.3%, Lovecraftian 13%, Demons 11.7%

The game will center around two investigators who uncover a profound terror while delving into consecutive disappearances. A man with a dual-layered memory, a fragmented reality, an endless rainy night... What in the world is the Black Stone? Could it possibly mark the genesis of everything?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 25.4%, Noir 25.1%, Psychological Horror 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Puzzle 9.6%

Heralded by a comet, seen as a harbinger of doom, the Black Death arrived in Florence in 1348. Wander through the woods to escape the plague, face various riddles and encounter mysterious creatures.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 15.6%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Demons 12.8%, Horror 12.1%, Supernatural 11.7%

In this puzzle-adventure horror game you must find an exit in a dreamscape-like maze. An all seeing creature watches over this environment, stay quiet and out of its sight. Solve puzzles, stay alive, and wake up.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.6%, Abstract 16.3%, Demons 13.7%, Horror 11.7%, Multiple Endings 11%

Hidden Love in the Monochrome MetropolisA uniquely-styled text adventure game. The protagonist wakes up in a mysterious city after death, only to learn that every soul is granted one chance at reincarnation. But his missing death memory haunts him with endless doubts.

Why similar: Noir 20.7%, Lore-Rich 17.2%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Minimalist 14.1%, Psychological Horror 11.2%

Argumentum ad culpam is a gothic visual novel about the world of eternal agony. A capricious dance of principles and death. Take part in twisted battles of wits, where morality is only a tool for survival, and decide what future that world will have.

Why similar: Gothic 20.9% ★, Abstract 14.6%, Logic 12.4%, Supernatural 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%

Piece together your memories. Reveal the truth. A minimalistic Lovecraftian tale of symbols, sentences, and quiet discovery.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 17.2%, Gothic 15.8% ★, Surreal 15.5%, Abstract 11%, Horror 9.3%

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Why similar: Surreal 24.7%, Lovecraftian 20.2%, Horror 17%, Psychological Horror 11.8%, Stylized 9.9%

The Devil's Face is an impressive first-person horror game with a gripping storyline. You play as Jonathan, who embarks on a journey to the afterlife. There, he will face judgment for his actions and endure the hell he has created for himself.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 18.6%, Supernatural 16.3%, Demons 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Psychological Horror 9.9%

Dark fantasy indie horror. The game tells the story of three friends who were embroiled in a strange game.

Why similar: Supernatural 22.9%, Demons 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Horror 11.8%, Psychological Horror 10.4%

The Missing Parts of Maria Gwozdek is a dark fantasy visual novel about fulfilling your aspirations by sacrificing parts of yourself. Literally.

Why similar: Supernatural 21.6%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Noir 12.8%, Multiple Endings 12.3%

Psychological-surreal-analog-survival horror game. Find the smiles and get out.

Why similar: Noir 18.9%, Lore-Rich 18.2%, Surreal 14.7%, Abstract 14.1%, Psychological Horror 12.3%

Paratives is a 1-4 players ghost hunting indie horror game where you'll have to use your detective skills to gather clues and evidences. Paratives offers a thrilling and immersive experience that will test your skills and keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Demons 16.1%, Surreal 15%, Gothic 14% ★, Psychological Horror 12.8%, Noir 12.4%

A dark puzzle game featuring intriguing mysteries, a unique artstyle, and skeletons. Platform your way through haunted forests, cursed ruins, dark mountains, and more, searching for the mythical Sunken City to solve its ancient puzzles.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 24.6%, Supernatural 18%, 2D Platformer 16%, Minimalist 11.1%, Puzzle 10.6%

A Gothic horror faerie tale.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 16.9%, Gothic 13.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Demons 11.6%, Lore-Rich 11.5%

A story-driven psychological thriller about the horrific consequences of a loved one's suicide.

Why similar: Surreal 20.3%, Abstract 18.4%, Psychological Horror 15.9%, Horror 12.9%, Minimalist 10.7%

You’re invited to a birthday sleepover in May 1985. But when the laughter fades, the nightmare begins. Explore, solve puzzles, and survive the night in this psychological horror inspired by MADiSON and Stranger Things.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.1%, Lore-Rich 18.1%, Supernatural 17%, Horror 16%, Demons 12.4%

Revisiting a childhood classic, Beasts of Burden is a disturbing experience that will traumatize your child-self. Explore a Groundhog-Day scenario where all is not as it seems, and discover the horrifying truth lying just under the surface in this impactful psychological horror nostalgia trip.

Why similar: Abstract 19.2%, Psychological Horror 14.9%, Gothic 13.3% ★, Demons 11.9%, Horror 11.6%

At Di Yingling High, rumors of missing girls run rampant. Exchange student Meng Jiangnan uncovers the school’s hidden darkness. The Remake heightens the suspense with black-and-white comic visuals and upgraded systems. Will you face the truth?

Why similar: Dynamic Narration 16.7% ★, Noir 16.5%, Lore-Rich 15.7%, Surreal 13%, Psychological Horror 9.8%

"Can I Buy You A Cheeseburger?" is a reality-bending puzzle game. Explore a fractured mindscape, solve subconscious riddles, and experience surreal storytelling through figurative expressionism. Uncover hidden truths and reconstruct your reality.

Why similar: Surreal 18.9%, Abstract 15.5%, Psychological Horror 13.6%, Lore-Rich 11.4%, Horror 11.2%

All We Need is a first-person horror exploration. Uncover supernatural mysteries, face chilling encounters, and navigate haunting landscapes. Unravel the consequences of Jack's fateful decision. Survive the psychological challenges that await. Can you escape the horrors?

Why similar: Noir 20.6%, Lore-Rich 18.9%, Dynamic Narration 18.7% ★, Psychological Horror 11.1%, Horror 9.6%

Go to the 11th floor of a building that doesn't have an 11th floor.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 17.1%, Supernatural 16.4%, Abstract 15.8%, Surreal 13.5%, Psychological Horror 12.2%

The Nefargad is a thriller, puzzle, storytelling and horror game that offers a true first-person perspective. The game narrates the story of an archaeologist named Mert, who is kidnapped and imprisoned in a dungeon and his efforts to escape.

Why similar: Supernatural 18.6%, Surreal 14.8%, Mystery Dungeon 14.8% ★, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Horror 10.5%

Biohacker Krimson challenges Visceratum, a biological singularity brewing in the depths of the Soft City. How are the secrets of one's childhood, the rebellion of consciousness, and the plots of deranged corporations intertwined? You are here to unravel this mystery. Or forge a new one?

Why similar: Noir 19.6%, Surreal 15.1%, Psychological Horror 15%, Lovecraftian 10.6%, Horror 9.6%

Originally released as The Dark Eye, this 1995 cult classic adapts Edgar Allan Poe's most macabre tales. Navigate a nightmarish world of uncanny stop-motion puppetry narrated by William S. Burroughs. Solve twisted puzzles and experience madness through the eyes of both murderer and victim.

Why similar: Gothic 17.8% ★, Surreal 16.2%, Lore-Rich 13.4%, Lovecraftian 13.2%, Psychological Horror 12.1%

Even if you bear no Grudge, your Grudge was surely born. Explore the abandoned house at 77 Oleander, search for your wallet, keys, and phone, and above all else... try not to forget again the next time she tells you to leave.

Why similar: Gothic 23.5% ★, Supernatural 23.3%, Demons 15.6%, Horror 12.1%, Multiple Endings 7.6%

A girl named Hailey struggles to remember the face of her dead sister for a paintings as a suicidal bunny plush & a shadowy hare monster infiltrate her life.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 17.8%, Surreal 16%, Abstract 14.6%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Horror 11%

BLOOD CROSSROAD is a first-person psychological tale about William, a man who must deal with his alcoholism and his deepest shame as he is chased by a mysterious presence from Japanese folklore.

Why similar: Noir 24.7%, Gothic 20% ★, Surreal 18.2%, Psychological Horror 14%, Horror 11.5%

Meet high schooler Haruka and her classmates as they find themselves trapped in an eerie, abandoned hospital connected to an urban legend called “Ayame’s Mercy.” Try to escape, or face a multitude of gruesome ends that will leave you begging for mercy in this all new Corpse Party story.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 23.5%, Supernatural 21.7%, Surreal 12.6%, Horror 11.9%, Psychological Horror 9.9%

SlitherLink is a kind of mathematical intelligence game, which consists of a checkerboard and a number in the checkerboard. When solving the problem, you must use the clues provided by the numbers to connect an uninterrupted closed loop on the checkerboard line.

Why similar: Abstract 26.4%, Logic 23.1%, Mystery Dungeon 22.1% ★, Minimalist 15.8%, Puzzle 12.6%

A psychological-cosmic horror experience, unique in story, art, and heart. Bear witness to a tale of girl's love, rage, hurt, and healing. Only you can bring it an end. Only you can bring World Revolution.

Why similar: Abstract 18.2%, Psychological Horror 17.9%, Surreal 16.3%, Horror 15.9%, Stylized 10.3%

Water Delivery is a first person, horror experience where you play as a water delivery boy. Ride along in the delivery truck from house to house. Deliver filled water jugs, find and return empty jugs, and collect all the payments. Will you be able to finish your final route of the evening?

Why similar: Supernatural 20.7%, Surreal 15.5%, Demons 14.1%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Horror 11.6%

Bad Dream: Stories is a collection of older games in the Bad Dream series in a new, remastered form. Play the series of short point & click titles and travel through the disturbing and atmospheric world of dreams.

Why similar: Abstract 22%, Lore-Rich 20.8%, Minimalist 13.1%, Psychological Horror 11.1%, Puzzle 9.6%

Spend time with your new best friend! Have fun as it takes you through digital worlds to solve puzzles and collect Perfect Stars! After all, it knows what's best! It knows what's best! It knows what's best.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 22.9%, Surreal 16.7%, Psychological Horror 15.4%, Logic 12%, Horror 10.5%

A computer engineer arrives in a remote mountain village, where tech failures and missing residents put him face to face with an unsettling force lurking behind the screen.

Why similar: Supernatural 18.9%, Psychological Horror 18.2%, Surreal 17.8%, Horror 13.1%, Multiple Endings 10.4%

A 2.5D indie horror game with a strange reverse-fish-eye presentation. Explore and uncover lore and scares. Contains jumpscares and atmospheric/story-driven elements. Be thorough to unlock both endings if you are a completionist, but watch out behind you.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.6%, Abstract 18.2%, Supernatural 16.9%, Horror 11.1%, Psychological Horror 10.8%

A 2D hand-drawn puzzle adventure that spans multiple dimensions and universes. Encounter a diverse cast of characters and unravel mind-bending mysteries as you embark on unique adventures across different worlds.

Why similar: Supernatural 25.7%, Surreal 18.7%, Lovecraftian 15.7%, Psychological Horror 15%, Horror 9.2%

The Night Is Long is a short first-person horror game where a grieving man follows a ghostly vision into an abandoned mansion. Uncover dark secrets, survive atmospheric horrors, and face your past through exploration, puzzles, and subtle scares.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 24.4%, Surreal 16.5%, Psychological Horror 16.2%, Supernatural 14.1%, Horror 13.9%

A heroic story about the unforgettable journey of the cat Darchi, trying to find his life in the underworld with different physical properties.

Why similar: Abstract 20.9%, Surreal 20.2%, Logic 16.7%, Minimalist 13.2%, Psychological Horror 11%

Dreadline Express is a 1st-person, curiosity-driven horror game set aboard the last human train. Unravel mysteries of the enigmatic train, face strange passengers, and shape your path using a unique card-based mechanic that gives you full narrative control. This is no longer our world.

Why similar: Dynamic Narration 18.8% ★, Lore-Rich 17.1%, Abstract 14.3%, Lovecraftian 12.3%, Psychological Horror 11.6%

A psychological horror puzzle game set in an eerie, endlessly repeating commute. Face mysterious anomalies, make crucial decisions, and uncover the truth as you strive to escape this seemingly endless loop.

Why similar: Supernatural 19.3%, Multiple Endings 18%, Horror 17.6%, Psychological Horror 14.9%, Demons 11.1%

The Chaput Baby is a first-person horror game. Play as Samantha, hired to care for the Chaput family's baby. Take on a babysitting night in a former church as you unravel deep secrets about one of the oldest families in the city.

Why similar: Supernatural 23.1%, Lore-Rich 17.8%, Demons 17.3%, Psychological Horror 12.7%, Horror 11.7%

A first-person folk horror story about a scammer exorcist priest trapped in a cursed 19th-century village. Investigate the seven deadly sins by day and survive the forest spirits that hunt you at night.

Why similar: Supernatural 19.5%, Lore-Rich 17.9%, Surreal 14.6%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Multiple Endings 10.8%

Vermilion Arcade is a collection of 8+ horror games inside a surreal and mysterious arcade.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 19.5%, Surreal 19%, Abstract 14.8%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Horror 11.2%

In Witch Stories, the forest doth whisper thy name, and the witch’s gaze falleth heavy upon thee. The world shall not wait, though thou choosest to act or abide still. From sunrise to sunrise, face trials dark and truths most grievous.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 19.1%, Surreal 15.2%, Gothic 12.4% ★, Psychological Horror 11.4%, Demons 10.6%

You wake up in a locked room with no memory and a typewriter that types on its own. It asks you to play a game. Build words into sentences, fight back against the voice in the machine, and survive long enough to learn why you're here. Some answers are worse than the questions.

Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 20.6% ★, Noir 20.3%, Psychological Horror 11.4%, Logic 10.5%, Horror 9.4%

The rehearsal must be flawless. Every sound, every light timed perfectly. You are one of the best stage manager's after all. Failure is not an option. The play is cursed... and it demands perfection.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 20%, Demons 17%, Supernatural 16.1%, Lovecraftian 14.3%, Psychological Horror 13.7%

Absolute Tenebra is a third-person survival horror game. Play as a mysterious girl trapped in a surreal building, immersed in a living darkness where nightmares come to life. Explore haunted halls, solve puzzles, and evade horrific creatures to uncover the secrets of the Wardheim Museum.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.4%, Horror 16.6%, Surreal 13.8%, Puzzle 13.6%, Supernatural 11.7%

Haramita Renkai is trapped somewhere deep in the underworld after a ritual gone awry. Armed with naught but his wits, his talismans and a burning desire for self-criticism, Renkai attempts to flee the grasp of the ravenous Demon Parade and escape back to the mortal plane.

Why similar: Demons 20.9%, Abstract 19.8%, Surreal 16.5%, Horror 14.1%, Psychological Horror 11.1%