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Smuggle contraband VHS tapes across the border. Discover the remnants of illicit industry. Prepare for an assassination. This is Paratopic, an atmospheric retro-3D horror adventure through a cursed fever dream.

Why similar: Experimental 25.9%, Surreal 25.6%, Retro 13.2%, Horror 12.1%, Psychological Horror 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the disjointed, low-poly, and surreal narrative style that defines the experimental horror genre.

Placed in a world without change, you must create fate by watering an ancient plant. Determine a future and live with it.

Why similar: Surreal 27.1%, Retro 21.3%, Adventure 15.6%, Indie 13.3%, Psychological Horror 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its surreal, dreamlike world and PS1-era visuals mirror the experimental nature of the seed game.

A thirty-minute childhood-horror walking-sim about toys and a giant rat. A short, single-sitting experience.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 28.9%, Horror 25.8%, Adventure 24.3%, Indie 21%

Why You'll Like It: A short, childhood-themed horror experience that utilizes retro aesthetics to create a lingering sense of dread.

A slow burn retro horror game, in which you arrive at the old lighthouse on a small island near the coast of the United States. After the previous keeper has gone missing, you need to take over his duties and watch after the light.

Why similar: Surreal 20.4%, Psychological Horror 19.1%, Horror 18.6%, Retro 15.1%, Indie 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It excels at building an atmospheric, low-poly horror experience that feels both classic and deeply strange.

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 30.9%, Surreal 24.9%, Horror 19.3%, Retro 17.9%, Indie 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully blends claustrophobic psychological horror with a retro aesthetic that feels deeply unsettling.

The five crew members of the Tulpar are stranded in the empty reaches of space, shrouded in perpetual sunset. God is not watching.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 31.8%, Surreal 23.5%, Retro 18.3%, Horror 16%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines psychological intensity with a retro-inspired visual style that feels both nostalgic and horrifying.

Meet colorful characters, discover mysterious secrets, and reassemble the fractured remains of an ethereal crystal as you explore a series of abstract worlds based on dreams, nightmares, and the places in between.

Why similar: Surreal 39.2%, Retro 20.2%, Horror 15.4%, Psychological Horror 14.5%, Adventure 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a surreal, exploration-heavy journey through dreamlike landscapes that align perfectly with the seed game's vibe.

A short horror game where you pilot a tiny submarine through an ocean of blood on an alien moon.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 36.9%, Horror 29.2%, Surreal 13.8%, Indie 10.4%, Adventure 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, claustrophobic, and experimental horror experience that relies on atmosphere over traditional jump scares.

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: Experimental 39.5%, Psychological Horror 26.3%, Horror 13.6%, Retro 8.3%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal, and deeply psychological experience that captures the feeling of a fractured reality.

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

Why similar: Surreal 43.5%, Psychological Horror 34.2%, Horror 22.3%

Why You'll Like It: An experimental, surreal psychological horror game that challenges the player with its unique mechanics and dreamlike narrative.

What is inside the Red Fridge? Collection of six episodes of psychological analog horror. Tour through liminal spaces filled with surreal events and uncanny strangers. Inspired by retro horrors of the PSX era.

Why similar: Psychedelic 27.2%, Surreal 20.2%, Psychological Horror 15.4%, Retro 14%, Horror 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic, experimental horror game that leans heavily into surreal imagery and disjointed storytelling.

Bite-sized surreal horror with multiple choices. Make your own way through the claymation madness!

Why similar: Surreal 38.5%, Psychological Horror 28.1%, Horror 14.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Indie 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal, and psychological experience that feels like a strange, forgotten piece of media.

You are thrown into a weird world by the machine Garage. Can you escape from it?

Why similar: Psychedelic 43.4%, Retro 29.1%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Adventure 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a bizarre, dreamlike, and surreal point-and-click experience that feels like a fever dream.

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: Psychological Horror 33.6%, Surreal 29.2%, Horror 20.9%, Adventure 11.7%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on atmospheric, psychological exploration within a surreal, dream-like environment.

DREAM LOGIC is a story driven first-person atmospheric horror game which takes place in liminal spaces. Explore various nostalgic, dreamlike, uncanny environments. But don't feel too safe, there's a sneaky creature watching your every move.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 44.5%, Horror 27.1%, Adventure 17.9%, Indie 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, exploration-based horror game that emphasizes atmosphere and disjointed logic.

Fractured Minds is an immersive artistic short game, exploring anxiety and mental health issues. Embark on a journey through the human psyche to experience the everyday challenges associated with these conditions.

Why similar: Indie 50.8%, Psychological Horror 31.2%, Adventure 18%

Why You'll Like It: It explores psychological themes through a short, atmospheric, and immersive first-person perspective.

A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 84.1%, Adventure 15.9%

Why You'll Like It: It utilizes a distinct retro aesthetic to deliver a profound and unsettling psychological horror narrative.

You find yourself stranded along a lonely, abandoned road, desperately seeking help. You stumble upon an old, farm-themed amusement park, you will feel.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 36.2%, Retro 24.5%, Horror 21.9%, Adventure 9.1%, Indie 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the seed game's focus on psychological discomfort and experimental, dark storytelling.

A surrealist indie first-person adventure game based on art and derealization. Explore the idea of a mind losing its grasp with reality, as reality turns into a dream, and that dream turns into a nightmare.

Why similar: Experimental 27.7%, Psychedelic 26.8%, Surreal 22.5%, Psychological Horror 13.4%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, psychedelic adventure that prioritizes atmosphere and experimental visual design.

The year is 1990. It’s been two years since the mysterious disappearance of Edward Crow and the abrupt closure of his theme park, Crow Country. But your arrival has broken the silence, Mara Forest. If you want answers, you’ll have to venture deep into the darkness of Crow Country to find them…

Why similar: Psychological Horror 34.4%, Retro 30.6%, Horror 24.5%, Indie 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to PS1-era survival horror that maintains a consistent, moody, and atmospheric tension.

You have a strange dream where you meet a creature named Glitch Daddy, telling you that the world is ending very soon. Then, you wake up and go to unravel the truth through a wild, abstract psychedelic journey.

Why similar: Psychedelic 40.1%, Surreal 28.7%, Psychological Horror 18.8%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its psychedelic, surreal, and experimental nature makes it a strong companion for fans of unconventional horror.

You start the game, you wake up, and eventually you will close the game. One day, you may even start the game again. That's the game.

Why similar: Experimental 22.9%, Psychedelic 19.6%, Surreal 18.1%, Psychological Horror 15.4%, Horror 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, experimental psychological horror game that creates a deeply uncomfortable and surreal atmosphere.

A short horror game where you dig through the flesh of a giant whale

Why similar: Psychological Horror 33.4%, Horror 19.1%, Surreal 16.8%, Adventure 14.8%, Indie 8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a dark, psychological, and dystopian experience that fits the experimental horror mold.

A short first-person horror game where you wander through an eerie forest using the dials of a microwave.

Why similar: Surreal 35.2%, Psychological Horror 23.3%, Horror 16.9%, Retro 14.6%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans into surreal, psychological horror with a focus on exploration and unsettling imagery.

An atmospheric retro inspired survival horror game. Enjoy the late shift at 'The Month' in an abstract and unsettling night of terror, spooks and convenience.

Why similar: Psychedelic 63.3%, Psychological Horror 27.2%, Adventure 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures an old-school, atmospheric horror vibe that is both strange and memorable.

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: Surreal 29.1%, Retro 28.1%, Adventure 17.4%, Indie 11.3%, Psychological Horror 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled psychological horror game that focuses on surreal dreamscapes and unsettling exploration.

Relive the nostalgia with OYASUMII, a horror and exploration game inspired by PSX and N64 classics. Enter liminal spaces and face surreal terrors in an adventure that challenges your skills and sanity. Are you ready to relive the golden age of video games with OYASUMII?

Why similar: Surreal 26.2%, Psychedelic 20.8%, Psychological Horror 18%, Retro 15.1%, Horror 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a short, surreal, and psychological horror experience that emphasizes exploration and unease.

A first-person, PSX-style horror game about living with a monster. Do as you're told... or don't. Just be ready for the consequences.

Why similar: Psychedelic 32.1%, Surreal 24.2%, Psychological Horror 18.6%, Retro 11.4%, Horror 9.9%

Albino Lullaby is a horror adventure game that doesn't rely on jump scares or gore. Escape from a surreal psychological nightmare as the world dynamically twists and contorts around you.

Why similar: Surreal 32.4%, Horror 22.1%, Adventure 16.3%, Psychological Horror 15.6%, Indie 13.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and unsettling horror experience that prioritizes environmental storytelling and psychological tension.

This is a short, first-person psychological horror game with VHS effects. Be careful, you are facing a terrifying being.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 35.9%, Horror 25.4%, Adventure 16%, Retro 14.2%, Indie 8.5%

An atmospheric horror micro-game that touches on topics of anxiety, isolation, body image and obsessive habits with a surreal PSX aesthetic.

Why similar: Surreal 29.3%, Psychedelic 27.5%, Experimental 25.5%, Horror 12.4%, Adventure 5.3%

Nevermind ushers you into dark and surreal worlds within the minds of trauma patients. When played with supported biofeedback technology, Nevermind picks up on indications of fear—lashing out if you allow your feelings of anxiety to get the better of you.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.5%, Surreal 28.2%, Horror 15.4%, Adventure 14%, Indie 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It uses psychological horror elements to create a unique, puzzle-driven experience that responds to the player's stress.

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

Why similar: Experimental 28.8%, Surreal 27.7%, Psychological Horror 20.8%, Horror 10.9%, Indie 6.5%

An indie psychological horror experience about surviving infinity. Navigate an endless expanse of rooms, ascend through various levels, gather items and artifacts, avoid going insane, evade corrupted entities, and see just how deep the realm known as The Backrooms goes.

Why similar: Experimental 40.1%, Psychological Horror 22.7%, Surreal 15.1%, Horror 13.3%, Adventure 8.8%

A short, 3D narrative-driven horror platformer. Journey deep into the meat tunnel and talk with survivors to uncover the grim truth.

Why similar: Psychedelic 49.7%, Psychological Horror 39.8%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 2.2%

Step into a world where dreams and reality mix. You find yourself in a dream-like world, and explore a different traumatic experience each day. Your choice determines if the boy accepts these moments and moves on, or stays in the past.

Why similar: Surreal 37.8%, Psychedelic 32.3%, Psychological Horror 18.6%, Indie 6.3%, Adventure 4.9%

Explore terrifying liminal spaces. Horror walking simulator with reality-bending platforming and supernatural threats. Get lost between dimensions.

Why similar: Adventure 50%, Psychological Horror 25.4%, Horror 14.4%, Indie 10.2%

Chapter-based Backrooms experience. Embark on a chilling journey through the unknown. Visuals based on early 2000's camcorders.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 52.6%, Horror 35.2%, Adventure 12.2%

In Rise of Insanity, as a doctor of psychology you will explore the darkest recesses of the human mind. Overcome your fear to find the truth behind the tragedy that has befallen your family.

Why similar: Psychedelic 27.3%, Psychological Horror 20.8%, Surreal 18.4%, Horror 15.8%, Adventure 9.5%

This is a collection of short and experimental horror experiences, focused on surreal and bizarre plots.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 28.1%, Surreal 20.4%, Retro 19.3%, Horror 19.2%, Adventure 10.5%

Paranormal VHS is a horror game that features a VHS tape-inspired aesthetic. The game's story revolves around a popular vlogger who spends a night in haunted locations in search of paranormal activity. Brace for intense jumpscares.

Why similar: Psychedelic 25.4%, Surreal 18.5%, Adventure 15.4%, Psychological Horror 14.2%, Horror 13.4%

Experience true psychological horror as you explore nightmares inspired by the creator's struggles with depression and OCD. The defenseless protagonist must avoid monstrous manifestations of what haunts his subconscious in his quest to wake up into reality.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 45.9%, Horror 34.6%, Indie 11%, Adventure 8.5%

This occult item will guide you through a bizarre in-between world and help you to confront past demons as well as piece together former memories that may lead to closure. Seek a better understanding of who you were, who you’ve loved and how much you’ve lost in this 3rd person horror adventure game.

Why similar: Horror 30.2%, Adventure 24.3%, Surreal 19.3%, Psychological Horror 14.8%, Indie 11.3%

Welcome in Bad Dream: Coma. A point & click game where unique minimalistic art style creates an unforgettable and atmospheric experience. Travel through the surreal and disturbing dreamland where everything depends on your actions. You can't die but you can suffer greatly...

Why similar: Surreal 33.3%, Psychological Horror 26.1%, Horror 20.3%, Adventure 12.1%, Indie 8.2%

A short Psychological Horror Experience for one night that takes you through the dark corridors of a mental asylum. For best experience a dark room and headphones recommended.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 53.3%, Horror 36.8%, Adventure 9.9%

Closer To Home is a dialogue-focused surreal horror exploration game. Navigate connections between reality and dreams, look for weird stuff and make friends. There is no reason to fear death.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 60.6%, Horror 35.7%, Indie 3.7%

Your task today: Memorize your environment and report any anomalies. Good luck with your shift! "Shift 87" is an observation horror game with subtle anomalies and unsettling occurrences.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 40.8%, Psychedelic 29.8%, Horror 15.8%, Adventure 13.7%

Hello! Hi! How are you? It's time to play! TAKE CARE OF THE DOG is a short story about... taking care of a dog! Play around, follow him, find items, go get the water in the basement (for some reason) and a lot more!

Why similar: Surreal 37.6%, Psychological Horror 33.3%, Horror 20.1%, Adventure 9%

Your memory is fading. Things around your home keep changing; they are not what they appear to be. Find what is wrong, take pictures to restore your memory. Try to remember. Learn what you have forgotten, learn what has happened. It is not what it seems to be.

Why similar: Surreal 33.8%, Psychological Horror 30%, Horror 20.2%, Indie 9.2%, Adventure 6.8%

HOMESICKNESS is a point-&-click psychological horror indie game exploring the nuances of nostalgia. Play as Theo, trapped in CHILDREEF’s daycare, descending floor by floor; surviving the remnants of time. Use the Kids' multi-tool, listen to obscure tapes, and make your way to the lot. She's waiting.

Why similar: Experimental 49.9%, Psychological Horror 26.2%, Horror 11.7%, Retro 6.2%, Adventure 4.4%

THE NORMAL THING is a story about a dog who lost his memory. Sunless forests, strange gardens, weird inhabitants... Start a little journey to retrieve your memory.

Why similar: Adventure 44.9%, Horror 36.5%, Indie 18.6%

This short psychedelic visual novel takes place in a strange world inhabited by harrowing creatures shunned by the light. You’ll meet someone who has made this world their own, and in doing so, learn the reason why you shouldn't be there.

Why similar: Psychedelic 39.4%, Psychological Horror 22.3%, Surreal 18.1%, Horror 12.2%, Adventure 8%

You find yourself in a strange world with no idea how you got there. As you explore more, the world gets increasingly convoluted and unstable. You are now in... The Backrooms.

Why similar: Psychedelic 43.6%, Psychological Horror 18.1%, Horror 14.1%, Surreal 10.2%, Indie 8.6%

Inspired by Allison Road. SUPERNORMAL is a psychological horror game set in a seemingly ordinary apartment harboring dark secrets. Play as Detective Wyatt, tasked with unravelling the disappearance of Masato Sakamoto's daughter. Search for clues and unravel the sinister truth.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 51.4%, Horror 35.5%, Adventure 13.1%

Walking simulator. Explore cozy liminal spaces that feel unsettlingly familiar and spark your imagination, like a dream you’ve been in before.

Why similar: Surreal 34.9%, Psychological Horror 34.5%, Horror 14.7%, Adventure 9.4%, Indie 6.5%

Go about your normal every day life and meet new friends in this short visual novel!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 49.9%, Horror 29.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 9.3%

A short horror experience rendered with a real-time VHS filter (grain, scan lines). Freely explore the spaces of a strange yellow maze. Independently created by a 12-year-old developer using UE5, it immerses you in a purely liminal space atmosphere.

Why similar: Horror 27.2%, Adventure 25.2%, Psychological Horror 18.2%, Retro 17.1%, Indie 12.3%

A bite-sized 3D Platformer with a few weird elements.

Why similar: Surreal 31.9%, Psychedelic 27.6%, Psychological Horror 22.9%, Horror 17.6%

"Do you think a house can dream?" Ritual Static is a surreal first-person photography horror game following a young man in his childhood home the day before a big move. Surf the television, sink into static, and rot in the dark.

Why similar: Psychedelic 36.3%, Psychological Horror 31.6%, Horror 19.8%, Adventure 12.3%

Seybul Tech is a walking simulator. Navigate as an office employee, confronting peculiar encounters while in search of an exit from this enigmatic abyss.

Why similar: Surreal 38%, Psychological Horror 31.6%, Horror 15.7%, Indie 8.4%, Adventure 6.2%