Games Like Fausts Alptraum

A 2D exploration adventure game set in a creepy, mysterious art gallery.

Why similar: RPGMaker 36.6% ★, Horror 18.5%, Puzzle 8.6%, Psychological Horror 8.3%, Anime 6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of the genre that shares the same focus on exploration, puzzle-solving, and psychological tension in an art-themed setting.

A young girl, Viola, is drawn inexorably to a mysterious manor that seems to change behind her back. It is a place of pain, turmoil and death. Plumb its detestable depths and abominable history. Untangle riddles that bar your perilous path. And flee the hellish halls of The Witch’s House.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.1% ★, Horror 24.5%, Psychological Horror 3.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%, Puzzle 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This classic RPGMaker horror game features similar trap-based puzzle mechanics and a dark, fairy-tale-inspired atmosphere.

This is a game in which you traverse the extremely dark world inside a dream.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.6% ★, Horror 16.1%, Psychological Horror 9.8%, Female Protagonist 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive surreal exploration game that heavily influenced the dream-like, psychological nature of many indie horror titles.

Witness the tale of a most foolish family. A remake of the classic horror exploration game makes its way to Steam.

Why similar: RPGMaker 48.4% ★, Horror 17.7%, Psychological Horror 7.8%, Anime 6.2%, Puzzle 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential RPGMaker horror experience that balances a compelling, dark narrative with exploration and puzzle-solving.

Delve into the enthralling world of Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum, the acclaimed RPG Maker gothic horror game that'll take you on a moving journey of self-discovery.

Why similar: Horror 40.4%, Puzzle 12.8%, Anime 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-production-value psychological horror game that mirrors the surreal, identity-focused journey found in Fausts Alptraum.

Alicemare is a somehow familiar yet totally unique adventure game infused with subtle hints of horror, created by △○□× (Miwashiba) using the WOLF RPG Editor.

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.1% ★, Horror 14.1%, Anime 6.6%, Psychological Horror 5.8%, Puzzle 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at creating a dream-like, fairy-tale atmosphere that feels both whimsical and deeply unsettling.

Stray Cat Crossing is an indie pixel horror game about an encounter with a mysterious little girl named Cat. Explore a surreal world filled with colorful characters, challenging riddles, and dark secrets.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.7% ★, Horror 20%, Adventure 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Indie 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, atmospheric adventure that shares the same focus on navigating strange, dream-like environments.

Explore a school plagued by unnatural phenomena in this horror-adventure game revolving around the missing girl Misao. Improving upon 2017's "Definitive Edition" with refreshed graphics and support for HD resolutions, you can now experience the terror in a new form.

Why similar: RPGMaker 34.3% ★, Horror 17.3%, Puzzle 8.8%, Psychological Horror 8.1%, Anime 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar blend of school-based mystery and supernatural horror with a strong emphasis on narrative discovery.

Trick or treating in a vampire's house.Trick & Treat is a light-hearted Halloween adventure. It's about exploring and solving puzzles in a spooky atmosphere. There will be some horror elements, romance, many bad ends and a happy ending of true love.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.3% ★, Horror 18.6%, Puzzle 5.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Anime 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, charming, and spooky experience that captures the essence of classic RPGMaker horror.

Cat in the Box is a horror adventure game. Help the poor girl explore the mansion and escape from unknown entities that are pursuing her. Use a variety of tools and your wits to overcome any challenges you face. At times, you'll even have to wake yourself from nightmares to survive.

Why similar: RPGMaker 54.6% ★, Horror 21.5%, Adventure 3.6%, Psychological Horror 3.6%, Pixel Graphics 3%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that relies on mystery and puzzle-solving to keep the player unsettled throughout.

In a world filled with yōkai, a surging dark power has overshadowed a Japanese town. A group of 2 developers have produced a Japanese pixel adventure game to tell a tale that dates back to the Heisei era...In the name of dreams and passion.

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.6% ★, Horror 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Female Protagonist 4.3%, Anime 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused game that uses its pixel-art style to deliver a haunting and atmospheric mystery.

“I’m the Batter. I’ve been entrusted with a sacred mission.” -- One of the most influential RPGs of the last 20 years is finally coming to Steam. Take control of the Batter as he seeks to purify an uncanny and hopeless world haunted by specters, guided by a cryptic, grinning cat called The Judge.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.1% ★, Psychological Horror 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, RPG 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cult classic that uses a surreal, minimalist art style to deliver a haunting and unforgettable psychological narrative.

This isn't a horror game. Nothing will jump out at you.

Why similar: RPGMaker 63.7% ★, Horror 10.4%, Adventure 6.7%, Indie 6.4%, Psychological Horror 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, impactful experience that focuses on psychological ambiguity and surreal imagery.

The hero Ivry wakes up from a nightmare and finds himself in a weird room. To escape from fear and darkness, he has to search and explore on his own until he discovers the truth and finds his sister Iva.A puzzle game 《PRICE》

Why similar: Horror 30.2%, Puzzle 22.1%, Anime 14%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Psychological Horror 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, puzzle-heavy game that uses an anime-inspired aesthetic to tell a dark and psychological story.

Paper Lily is an RPG horror game in which you can solve puzzles in different ways. Explore a hidden world, meet strange characters, and guide Lacie as she attempts to find answers about her unusual condition.

Why similar: Horror 20.5%, Psychological Horror 15.8%, Puzzle 12.2%, Anime 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, high-quality pixel art game that emphasizes psychological horror and intricate puzzle mechanics.

A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Story Rich 5.6%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional and beautifully crafted RPG that blends lighthearted moments with a somber, supernatural narrative.

Alas, it was the "promised place," where Shiori was never meant to go. Finally, a remake of The Forest of Drizzling Rain, that masterpiece of an exploration horror game with multiple endings from the creator of the big hit Angels of Death!

Why similar: Horror 29.7%, RPGMaker 27% ★, Adventure 8.9%, Anime 8.1%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy mystery game that focuses on atmospheric storytelling and uncovering dark secrets in a secluded location.

There was a crooked man, and he walked a crooked mile... This is the first title in the series known as The Strange Man, developed by Uri Games. Experience the myriad horrors awaiting David as he moves into his new house.

Why similar: RPGMaker 38.9% ★, Horror 20.9%, Psychological Horror 9.5%, Anime 7%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, character-driven horror game that excels at building tension through its narrative and eerie environments.

Tide Up is a rather dark and gloomy adventure game. Accompany the girl in a dreamlike world of wonder. Collect the pearls scattered around the world and help the girl escape!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.8% ★, Horror 14.6%, Anime 6.1%, Puzzle 4.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-centric horror game that features a distinct visual style and a focus on escaping dangerous situations.

After months of waiting, Annie finally snags a ticket to the new art exhibit. However, things take a turn for the worst: she finds herself trapped in the museum's haunted basement. Help her navigate puzzles, traps, and more as she tries to escape - and find out the truth of what's really going on.

Why similar: RPGMaker 44.8% ★, Psychological Horror 11.2%, Horror 11.1%, Puzzle 6.5%, Anime 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares a thematic connection to art and psychological exploration, making it a great companion to Fausts Alptraum.

A horror exploration game that takes place in an underground labyrinth. Avoid malicious creations that are hungry for your soul. Depart from the nightmares that constantly haunt you.

Why similar: RPGMaker 39.3% ★, Horror 13.6%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Puzzle 9.2%, Anime 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark and psychological adventure that utilizes a unique, cute-but-creepy aesthetic to tell its story.

Waking up in the beautiful night, maiden with cat’s ears whose name is Nyarutoru finds her friends nowhere. What are they waiting her ahead?

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.4% ★, Horror 18.8%, Anime 6.8%, Puzzle 6.7%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and unsettling horror game that focuses on the psychological state of its characters.

Delilah is an ordinary school girl who accidentally discovers an old mansion on a rainy night. As her exploration in the mansion continues, she finds many mysterious phenomena that can't be explained. In this mansion covered by ashes, what's the secret hidden deep underground?

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.7% ★, Horror 19.8%, Anime 8.4%, Female Protagonist 5.1%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, narrative-driven game that explores themes of loss and psychological turmoil.

This is a recreational healing Mini-plot game explored at home. Players will play and wander around the house from the perspective of a little girl. What will she do when she is alone? What strange stories will happen in the process, and in the process of exploration, you may find some strange secrets....

Why similar: RPGMaker 33.3% ★, Horror 29.1%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, Anime 9.3%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that captures the feeling of isolation and fear within a domestic setting.

Play as a little girl named 'Luna', and survive from the dark being while discovering the secrets behind her. The more you traverse on her memory, the more you will discover dark truths that lie deep inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 29.7% ★, Horror 17.9%, Puzzle 11%, Psychological Horror 8.5%, Female Protagonist 7.1%

Strange events occur at a sanatorium for those with unusual abilities. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth. What will be released when all secrets are revealed? Goodness? Or… pure ”EVIL”?

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.3% ★, Horror 13.1%, Psychological Horror 7.5%, Puzzle 6.9%, Anime 6.6%

This is a horror puzzle RPG first released in 2016. Players control Qiu Xiaoqi as she explores a mysterious room filled with puzzles alongside a white-haired youth. They unravel mechanisms to uncover the truth behind her loss of consciousness. Will the wish be fulfilled? The story is yours to shape!

Why similar: RPGMaker 43.2% ★, Horror 15.1%, Psychological Horror 7.1%, Puzzle 6.9%, Anime 6%

Ann, an art student finds herself trapped in the school when she accidentally broke one of the school's rules. With the help of the school's security guard, help Ann navigate her way out and uncover the secrets of the school before she becomes a permanent resident of the school.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.7% ★, Horror 21.2%, Psychological Horror 6.4%, Anime 5.6%, Pixel Graphics 4%

A recreational healing Mini-plot game explored at home. Players will play and wander around the house from the perspective of a little girl. What will she do when she is alone? What strange stories will happen in the process? and in the process of exploration, you may find some strange secrets....

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.6% ★, Horror 16.1%, Psychological Horror 7.8%, Anime 6.5%, Female Protagonist 5.4%

A girl, draped in mystery and chased by an evil fate, escapes from a frozen land. Now, a year later, with her memory gradually returning, she is forced to make an important decision.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.5% ★, Anime 10.3%, Puzzle 7%, Female Protagonist 5.4%, RPG 4.9%

In the story, the player plays the KUI, a 14-year-old girl with mental illness, who falls into her own spiritual world for an unknown reason during a daily activity. Players must pass through puzzles and various strange characters to communicate. The player's attitude toward various items in the game will affect the outcome of the game.

Why similar: RPGMaker 56.1% ★, Horror 18.5%, Psychological Horror 5.1%, Female Protagonist 5%, Adventure 4.6%

Moving into a shabby apartment, a saturnine girl with hidden secrets finds a notebook that allows her to communicate with another world. A thrilling adventure taking place across multiple timelines ensues.

Why similar: RPGMaker 28% ★, Horror 18.7%, Puzzle 13.3%, Psychological Horror 10.7%, Female Protagonist 6%

TinkerQuarry is an RPG about a girl trapped in an uncanny plane of existence called “The Dollhouse”.

Why similar: RPGMaker 45% ★, Horror 19.2%, Psychological Horror 7.9%, Puzzle 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

A girl who has lost her memory must collect five scattered memory fragments in the school to remember the events of that day.

Why similar: Horror 31.3%, RPGMaker 30.9% ★, Puzzle 12.7%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Adventure 6.5%

My Light In The Dark is a short story about a girl who lives with her abusive mother. The girl finds out some dark secrets about her mother, and she has to find a way to escape the house.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.8% ★, Horror 14.7%, Puzzle 7.8%, Psychological Horror 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

On a rainy night, Xiaoyin disappears searching for the legendary “Miracle Grass.” Yixuan follows clues into a trap-filled cave where bodies, monsters, lies, and warmth intertwine. Multiple endings guide you through fairy tale and reality, revealing a fate woven from hope and loss.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.9% ★, Horror 17.4%, Anime 6.7%, Female Protagonist 5.7%, Puzzle 5.6%

"Please... kill me." "Help me get outta here, and I'll kill you." ~ Angels of Death is a psychological horror-adventure game, consisting of four episodes.

Why similar: RPGMaker 37.6% ★, Horror 15.5%, Puzzle 7.9%, Psychological Horror 7%, Anime 5.7%

HorrorVale: A grand Spooktacular adventure about a girl, her dog, and her long journey to save him in a strange and horrifying Underworld.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.4% ★, Horror 26.1%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 7.3%, RPG 6.6%

Rose must escape the Cursed Mansion - a demonic space that preys and feeds on fear and despair. In this horror RPG you'll solve puzzles and learn the mansion’s history. Mystery, malignant spirits, and misery everywhere. Cursed Mansion brings an eerie atmosphere which leaves one with goosebumps.

Why similar: RPGMaker 39.4% ★, Horror 15.6%, Psychological Horror 7%, Puzzle 6.1%, Female Protagonist 4.8%

The story takes place after school, when Willie decides to confess his love to the girl of his dreams, Liza. Afraid of being refused, he hesitated for a while. Should he summon up his courage and confess his love to her?

Why similar: RPGMaker 33% ★, Horror 23.7%, Anime 10.9%, Psychological Horror 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Labyrinthine Dreams is a short puzzle game about overcoming the scars of the past and following the right path, even in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Why similar: RPGMaker 66.6% ★, Adventure 11.8%, Indie 10.3%, Puzzle 6.3%, Female Protagonist 5.1%

Cat Silence is a horror suspense puzzle game with urban legend themes. The story takes place in an abandoned experimental middle school. With the deepening of the investigation, the unknown and long-buried bloody stories of this school slowly emerged, putting together a chilling truth...

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.4% ★, Horror 17.1%, Psychological Horror 7.3%, Anime 6%, Female Protagonist 5.6%

The Witches Tea Party is a story-driven adventure game with a magical world and colourful characters. There will be small quests, collectables, mysteries, disturbing rooms and multiple endings. Having tea with witches is probably not an easy task...

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Adventure 10.9%, Indie 9%, Story Rich 7%

If you were given another chance, would you take it? Or leave it in the hands of a little girl? Play as Roh, a young girl stuck in a bizarre nightmare of dark and eerie creatures.

Why similar: RPGMaker 35.1% ★, Horror 21.3%, Psychological Horror 8.8%, Puzzle 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

If one’s imagined world of nightmare and the real world unite…. The hide-and-seek game of death in the world of nightmare begins. Discover hints and save yourself from the nightmare!

Why similar: Horror 47.8%, Anime 20.9%, Psychological Horror 15%, Adventure 9%, Indie 7.4%

Get lost in a lucid dream, bending the lines between reality and fiction. Utilize the strange camera to navigate through the ghosts' mysterious residence. Find the purpose of your nocturnal visit in a vivid and dreamlike setting.

Why similar: Horror 36.7%, Psychological Horror 19%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Adventure 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

A casual healing rpg that takes players on a journey around the house from the perspective of a young girl, what does she do when she's home alone? What strange things will you come across in the process, and while exploring, perhaps... What other strange secrets might you discover?

Why similar: Horror 29.1%, RPGMaker 16.4% ★, Psychological Horror 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Puzzle 8.4%

Lucid Dream is Point and Click horror game. The girl dream of being trapped in a weird place even though you fell asleep as always. Collect the item and Find clues! Escape and wake up from the dream!

Why similar: Horror 57.3%, Adventure 14.6%, Indie 11.7%, Anime 8.5%, Mystery 7.8%

《雨鸦》是一款灰色治愈风格的剧情向解谜游戏。探寻久远的回忆，失散又重聚的兄妹俩，孤独而温暖的亲情故事。

Why similar: RPGMaker 44.9% ★, Horror 16.6%, Puzzle 7.4%, Psychological Horror 6.3%, Anime 5.5%

This is a tale of revenge — of a demon, a girl, and their companions. After seven years of development, the popular dark suspense adventure "Noel the Mortal Fate" finally arrives as a complete edition with all 13 seasons included, fully upgraded and with no extra charges.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.1% ★, Horror 11.8%, Anime 6.7%, Puzzle 6.2%, Female Protagonist 5.3%

Savior of the Abyss is a horror adventure game. To avoid sudden death, always pay attention and be suspicious of things around you. Collect and use a variety of tools to get to the surface. Please lead the protagonist safely so that the protagonist can achieve his or her purpose safely.

Why similar: RPGMaker 27.7% ★, Horror 26.8%, Psychological Horror 11%, Puzzle 7.7%, Female Protagonist 7.5%

A story about dreams. Explore a weird house and find the truth. A short game with mild puzzles and some psychological horror elements.

Why similar: RPGMaker 21% ★, Puzzle 19.6%, Psychological Horror 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, RPG 8.9%

"DEAD DREAMS" is a 2D psychological horror game focused on puzzle-solving and atmosphere with a complex non-linear story in which every element has a meaning...

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.8% ★, Horror 17.4%, Puzzle 8.6%, Psychological Horror 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

[The pod will break soon. Will she survive the nightmare or find the truth?]

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.1% ★, Horror 20.6%, Adventure 7.5%, RPG 5.6%, Indie 5.5%

Become an experiment and flee with friends from this chaotic and amazing place. And as the exploration deepens, the truth gradually emerges...

Why similar: RPGMaker 63.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Adventure 9.4%, Indie 7.5%, Horror 6.8%

You have to help a guy named Yeongchul trapped inside his home, navigate the house to protect himself from suspicious person.

Why similar: RPGMaker 34.5% ★, Horror 20.3%, Puzzle 12.5%, Psychological Horror 9.5%, Female Protagonist 8.1%

What would you do for the person you love? Are you sure you're actually in love with them? They say love is all about sacrifice. What are you willing to lose for the one you supposedly love?

Why similar: RPGMaker 63.8% ★, Horror 18.2%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 4.3%, RPG 3%

Journey through a distorted theatre held together by the fragile mind of a grieving puppet master. With only a needle and thread, traverse through this world and evade twisted and terrifying creations. Shatter the delusion and unravel the truth behind it all.

Why similar: Horror 49.8%, Story Rich 12.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%, Dark 8.5%

《化鬼 Deteriorate》是一款动物主角题材的横版解谜恐怖游戏，你需要根据关卡提示解开谜题，并在追逐战中躲避反派的追杀，在【死亡交易】中存活下来。

Why similar: RPGMaker 38.5% ★, Horror 26.8%, Puzzle 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Adventure 4.7%

"Kiki & Ana - The Child" is a cute story experience. Focused on story, art, and music. Must avoid hazards which some people find difficult. Takes about an hour to complete. WARNING: flashing lights, light gore.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.8% ★, Horror 12.3%, Anime 7.8%, Female Protagonist 5.9%, Psychological Horror 5.1%