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Explore a Montréal neighborhood in the 70s, investigate a supernatural phenomenon that inflicts nightmares on its residents, and delve into the depths of the world of dreams to save their lives. October Nightmares is a point & click cosmic horror game where exploration mixes with puzzle solving.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2027
Developer: Studio Chien d'Or
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows

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  59. #59 Abaddon
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nice to meet studios LTD
    Windows

    Abaddon is a first-person psychological horror game steeped in Lovecraftian elements. Descend into a haunting story as you take on the role of Jimmy, searching for his missing brother Georgie while confronting his past in a nightmarish world.

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 36.3%, First-Person 13.4%, Horror 10.3%, Psychological Horror 8.7%, Dark 7.9%

  60. #60 A Call From Under the House
    65% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Party Crasher Studios
    Windows · Mac

    A short point-and-click Lovecraftian adventure game where the player must investigate a house suspected of cultish activity.

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 49.2%, Point & Click 27.2%, Puzzle 11.2%, Adventure 8%, Horror 3.7%

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