Games Like Hello Charlotte EP2: Requiem Aeternam Deo

"All ended well.There was nothing to grieve about." A farewell, and a greeting.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Philosophical 15.6%, Surreal 9.5%, Story Rich 8.5%, Visual Novel 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct conclusion to the series, offering the necessary closure to the meta-narrative and existential themes established in the second episode.

A sequel to Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk. Dive into demented and bizarre world once again and help the girl become a little happier.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.8%, Visual Novel 20%, Surreal 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Horror 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same deeply intimate, surreal, and uncomfortable psychological exploration of a troubled mind through a unique visual novel format.

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: Psychological Horror 18.9%, Anime 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Horror 8.6%, RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same eerie, surreal atmosphere and high-quality pixel art style that makes the exploration of its strange world feel both charming and unsettling.

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 13.4%, Surreal 11.7%, Horror 10.5%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Anime 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational RPG Maker horror game that excels at using its environment and subtle storytelling to build a sense of isolation and dread.

A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity.

Why similar: Philosophical 17.9%, Psychological Horror 14.4%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Horror 9.3%, Dark 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the intense emotional weight and gothic psychological storytelling found in the Hello Charlotte series.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 33.4%, Story Rich 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Horror 10.5%, Multiple Endings 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Like Hello Charlotte, it uses a deceptively cute RPG Maker aesthetic to explore heavy themes of trauma, dissociation, and repressed memories.

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: Psychological Horror 31.6%, Horror 14.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Dark 10%, Surreal 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the blend of childhood innocence and dark, psychological horror through a surreal, point-and-click adventure lens.

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.2%, Surreal 18.9%, Horror 11.5%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Dark 9%

Why You'll Like It: As a pioneer of the surreal exploration genre in RPG Maker, it shares the dream-logic and abstract storytelling that defines the Hello Charlotte experience.

"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: Psychological Horror 16.7%, Horror 12.8%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Anime 9.9%, Dark 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a strong focus on character-driven narrative and psychological dynamics within a dark, confined RPG Maker setting.

“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: Psychological Horror 20.1%, Surreal 17%, RPG 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Story Rich 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic surreal RPG Maker title that utilizes meta-narrative elements and a bizarre, dreamlike world to challenge the player's perception of reality.

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.4%, Horror 16.9%, Anime 12.1%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential RPG Maker horror game that focuses on a young protagonist navigating a house filled with dark secrets and psychological tension.

NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD is a “multi-ending ADV” depicting daily life with “OMGkawaiiAngel”, a young girl with a rather extreme need for approval attempting to become the #1 “Internet Angel” (streamer).

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.5%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Anime 13.6%, Dark Humor 12.6%, Multiple Endings 8%

Why You'll Like It: It explores the dark side of internet culture and mental health with a meta-commentary style that feels spiritually aligned with Hello Charlotte.

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: Horror 30.6%, Psychological Horror 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, RPG 7.4%, Female Protagonist 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in RPG Maker horror that relies on environmental storytelling and sudden, impactful psychological shifts.

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: Psychological Horror 13.9%, Surreal 13.3%, Horror 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Anime 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RPG Maker horror title that balances puzzle-solving with a dark, supernatural narrative.

Led by her new friend, Mr. Voice, Misfortune ventures into the woods, where mysteries are unraveled and a little bad luck unfolds.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.2%, Dark Humor 18.1%, Horror 12.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Story Rich 9%

Why You'll Like It: It presents a dark, whimsical, and tragic story through the eyes of a child, mirroring the bittersweet tone of the seed game.

Project Kat is a short, unconventional RPG horror game in which there is always another way. Solve puzzles, make friends (or not), and guide Kat as she attempts to uncover the mystery behind a strange golden letter.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19%, Anime 11.1%, Horror 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Multiple Endings 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric experience that excels at building tension and mystery within a charming, pixelated environment.

The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.8%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Anime 15%, Horror 13%, Dark 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive meta-horror experience that subverts player expectations through psychological manipulation and a shift from cute to disturbing.

A reverse-detective adventure, where you control your character's face

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19%, Surreal 16.9%, Horror 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique, meta-narrative approach to pixel horror where the player's choices and facial expressions directly influence the surreal outcome.

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 19.3%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Anime 10.6%, RPG 9.8%, Dark 9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a young female protagonist navigating a surreal, dreamlike world that is as beautiful as it is terrifying.

A short psychological adventure about a stressed girl who wants to explore her ceiling.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Anime 11.3%, Multiple Endings 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, meta-narrative experience that questions the nature of the game itself, much like the meta-elements in Hello Charlotte.

A haunted convent. Statues that move on their own. A buried past. Welcome to Saint Idelora’s convent, where becoming a saint comes with a price.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.4%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Horror 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on psychological horror and religious trauma with a strong narrative-driven approach similar to the seed game.

Journey through the psyche… Welcome to the Seaside Hotel, where the final hour of your night shift awaits. Tend to guests, explore their dreams, and lose your sense of Self – time and again. In this dark, labyrinthine adventure, unravel the path to the truth below.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 14.5%, Visual Novel 9.4%, Horror 9.4%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Dark 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It uses a repetitive, dreamlike structure to explore psychological themes in a way that feels very similar to the seed game's pacing.

Pixel adventure inspired by classics like Zelda and Silent Hill.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 14.8%, Dark Humor 14.7%, Horror 11.4%, Anime 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art horror game that emphasizes atmosphere and the consequences of choices in a dark, fairy-tale-inspired world.

Your Turn To Die -Death Game By Majority- is a multi-ending horror adventure game. Sara Chidouin returns home from school late one night to discover that something's gone terribly wrong. When she comes to, she finds herself, her friend Joe, and 9 other people trapped in a mysterious place.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.2%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Dark 13.6%, Multiple Endings 12%, Interactive Fiction 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gripping visual novel that forces the player into psychological dilemmas and high-stakes decision-making.

Chloé’s Requiem -encore- is a 2D Adventure Horror game set in Modern Europe. The genius violinist Michél is invited into an old mansion. Inside waits Chloé, who asks him to “Break the curse of the mansion”. What awaits the pair after the mystery is solved…?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.2%, Horror 14.9%, Dark 12.1%, RPG 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the musical themes and dark, gothic atmosphere that permeate the Hello Charlotte series.

Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.7%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Anime 11%, Surreal 10.6%, Multiple Endings 9.8%

Weep for the dead! In this short psychological horror story, play as a professional mourner travelling between funerals. Ride a nightmarish bus whose destination depends on how you choose to face your traumas.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 16.7%, Surreal 16.4%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Dark 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, short visual novel that excels at creating an unsettling, dreamlike atmosphere through stylized visuals.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: Dark Humor 24.8%, Psychological Horror 17.6%, Horror 11.4%, Dark 10.7%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: While more aggressive in its tone, it shares the dark, RPG Maker-based psychological exploration of a broken world.

A story about a dead lamb walking.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.5%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12%, Horror 11.1%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%

"A Requiem for Innocence" is a companion to the visual novel "The House in Fata Morgana." It tells the tale of a young man dragged down by his ambitions and a girl both worshiped as a saint and maligned as a witch. For them, there is no happily ever after.

Why similar: Visual Novel 44%, Psychological Horror 21.2%, Story Rich 18%, Anime 16.8%

MOOD is a short visual novel combining horror, dark humor, and dialogues on a wide variety of topics, from old movies to ancient wars. You were the one who summoned your new companion, there is no backing out now!

Why similar: Philosophical 16.8%, Psychological Horror 13%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Visual Novel 10.1%, Dark 8.5%

Before you realize it, dreams have become a curse. Wander through a darkened room and descend into the depths of her mind. A story-driven first-person horror game that leads you into an abyss of anguish and despair. Dedicated to those who once pursued their dreams—and to those who still do.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 28%, Horror 17.7%, Surreal 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Anime 8.4%

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: Psychological Horror 15.2%, Horror 11.8%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Dark 9.4%, Multiple Endings 8.7%

Your end is my beginning. A short psychological visual novel with exploration and puzzle elements... it already lays shattered.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.5%, Visual Novel 15.7%, RPG 11.9%, Anime 11.4%, Exploration 7.8%

Outside the door is a mystic visual novel set within one office. You are about to figure out the stories of a few visitors without having a single memory of yourself.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.4%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Anime 15.5%, Surreal 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

Without a Dawn is a dark, psychological, and philosophical visual horror novel featuring hauntingly beautiful pseudo-ASCII art.

Why similar: Philosophical 23.2%, Psychological Horror 17.2%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Horror 9.3%

Navigate your way through an aquarium overrun by gruesome creatures known as creepies and unravel its hidden mysteries. With each riddle you solve, you’ll find yourself one step closer to uncovering the chilling truth of Bianca Aquarium. Your choices affect the outcome of the game, so choose wisely.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 14%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Horror 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, RPG 7.9%

My Lovely Daughter is an alchemist simulator that explores the depth of a father’s grief and how far he will go to resurrect his daughter. Contains dark and disturbing subject matters, might not be suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

Why similar: Dark Humor 13.2%, Psychological Horror 11.3%, Philosophical 10.4%, Surreal 10.3%, Visual Novel 9%

“I’ll tell you a scary story. It’s so scary you might not be able to take it. It’s the story of the Sand Man...” This is the second title in the Strange Man series, developed by Uri Games. Unable to sleep and exhausted, Sophie wanders into a town where everything sleeps. That is where the terror begins...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 14%, Horror 12.9%, Surreal 10.3%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Multiple Endings 8.6%

She was created for one purpose: to make sure everyone in the world enjoys Halloween. At all costs. A short, fully-voiced horror visual novel exploring instrumental convergence.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.8%, Visual Novel 19.6%, Philosophical 15.5%, Horror 15.3%, Female Protagonist 14.3%

Audrey is a young woman returning to her childhood home. Upon arriving, however, she begins to notice strange happenings around the house. Is this a dream or reality? Whatever it is, it seems so oddly… familiar. Explore with Audrey as she tries to work out the mysteries of her missing memories.

Why similar: Horror 21.1%, RPG 16.4%, Dark 12.8%, Psychological Horror 12.6%, Female Protagonist 10.7%

"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: Visual Novel 12.5%, Anime 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Psychological Horror 9.7%, Cute 9.2%

A horror channel browsing game where each channel holds a different nightmare to experience, explore them and find out the truth about what has happened in a small town where the inhabitants have disappeared.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 14.5%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Dark Humor 12.9%, Horror 12.9%, Dark 10%

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: Psychological Horror 16.2%, Horror 13.2%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 9.7%, Dark 8.7%

You can't remember anything, and all you can see is HER. Delve into your story and uncover the truth behind what happened to you and your parents.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.3%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Anime 10.2%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Horror 9.6%

Delve into a dark adventure following the boy with a prosthetic face and a tragic past. Unravel the sinister mysteries of Sally's world to find the truth that lies hidden beneath the shadows.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.7%, Dark Humor 15.1%, Horror 13.7%, Dark 11.9%, Story Rich 10.5%

A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.4%, Visual Novel 20%, Horror 14.2%, Philosophical 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 8.6%

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: Psychological Horror 19.6%, Horror 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Anime 11.7%, RPG 9.5%

Your class goes on a field trip to Durhal Cathedral before things take an unexpected turn. Solve the mystery before you and your friends perish!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.4%, Anime 14%, Dark 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Story Rich 9.4%

This is a point-and-click, command-selection style adventure game where the protagonist is a girl who has become a ghost. The objective is to fulfill her desires by speaking to her beloved "him" causing poltergeists, visiting in dreams, or even cursing.

Why similar: Horror 28.9%, Visual Novel 26%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Cute 11.8%, Story Rich 6.3%

The little she had was taken away, but Lorelai refuses to give up, she will fight. And not even death will stop her from getting it all back...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.1%, Horror 15.5%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Dark 12.5%, Puzzle 7.9%

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: Psychological Horror 19.4%, Horror 16.4%, Dark 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

A tragic love story following Memori and her search for the missing "him."

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.2%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Horror 13.6%, Cute 10.2%, Anime 10.2%

Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.1%, Psychological Horror 21.3%, Horror 17%, Anime 13.8%, Dark 9.2%

Aki is haunted by a curse. In search of salvation, she travels into the memories of a dead classmate, where she must witness three eerie mystical stories and figure out how to break the shackles of misfortune.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.1%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Dark 14.9%, Story Rich 10.9%, Multiple Endings 8.8%

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: Psychological Horror 22.4%, Dark 12.2%, Anime 9.5%, Horror 9.2%, Cute 8.2%

You've moved to a new house where the previous owner was murdered. They never found his head. But, it has found you.

Why similar: Philosophical 18.4%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Horror 11.4%, Anime 8.9%

Prologue to Children of Silentown, a dark adventure game that tells the story of Lucy, a young girl growing up in a village deep into a forest inhabited by monsters. People disappearing is nothing uncommon in the village, but this time, Lucy is old enough to investigate on her own. Or so she thinks.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17.5%, Surreal 16.2%, Horror 14.8%, Female Protagonist 13%, Cute 8.3%

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: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Horror 17.8%, Female Protagonist 13%, Surreal 12.1%, Story Rich 9.8%

A group of friends unknowingly perform an occult ritual that traps them in an otherworldly elementary school. Here, the vengeful spirits of young children threaten their lives and their sanity, and the only hope of survival is to uncover the chilling details behind the murders of those trapped before them...

Why similar: Horror 23.6%, Psychological Horror 17.5%, Anime 14.7%, Visual Novel 11.2%, RPG 7.1%