Games Like OMORI

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27%, RPGMaker 16.5% ★, Story Rich 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Psychological Horror 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its melancholy pixel world, meta storytelling, and tender emotional bond with the protagonist capture the same sweet-but-devastating tone that makes OMORI hit so hard.

UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.3%, Story Rich 14.7%, Multiple Endings 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Psychological Horror 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like OMORI, it uses a quirky retro RPG framework, unforgettable characters, and route-based emotional consequences to turn a simple-looking adventure into something much deeper.

“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 22.9% ★, Psychological Horror 17.2%, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Story Rich 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares OMORI's uncanny, symbolic RPG feel, using simple exploration and battles to build an increasingly disturbing atmosphere and ambiguous psychological narrative.

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

Why similar: RPGMaker 20.9% ★, Psychological Horror 20.9%, Story Rich 11.8%, Multiple Endings 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This classic surreal horror adventure delivers the same blend of innocent aesthetics, eerie spaces, and emotionally resonant character relationships beneath the fear.

Live with the ever-present burden of being trapped in a time loop only you can know about in this turn-based RPG. Create a better future for you and your friends. Find hope where there is none left. Pray to the stars and free yourself from time.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 24.8%, Story Rich 17.6%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, RPG 10%, Hand-drawn 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its turn-based RPG structure, lovable party dynamics, and intensely character-driven story about repression and emotional collapse make it a superb follow-up to OMORI.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 26.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 19.6%, Psychological Horror 11.3%, RPG 11%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its childlike dream setting slowly giving way to darker truths makes it one of the closest matches to OMORI's contrast between fantasy escapism and emotional pain.

Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.8%, Story Rich 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, RPG 9.3%, JRPG 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its offbeat humor, excellent soundtrack, heartfelt party interactions, and darker undercurrents make it a natural pick for anyone who loved OMORI's tonal balancing act.

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

Why similar: RPGMaker 35.7% ★, Psychological Horror 30%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Horror 8.5%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of OMORI was wandering through dream logic and unsettling symbolism, this is one of the purest versions of that experience on Steam.

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 32.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Story Rich 13.9%, Multiple Endings 11.4%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs pixel-art psychological horror with strong character writing and a creeping sense of dread in a way that feels very aligned with OMORI's mood.

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.5%, Story Rich 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Though more rhythm-driven, it nails the same kind of colorful surrealism, unsettling tone shifts, and emotionally strange journey through a reality that doesn't feel right.

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 26.6% ★, Psychological Horror 15.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Multiple Endings 7%

Why You'll Like It: This short RPG Maker adventure mixes fairy-tale imagery, trauma-themed storytelling, and unsettling dream spaces in a way that strongly echoes OMORI's style.

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 21.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Story Rich 11%

Why You'll Like It: Its cute presentation and accessible RPG structure hide a story about death, grief, and acceptance that scratches a similar emotional itch on a smaller scale.

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 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.1%, RPG 15.7%, Anime 7.6%, Colorful 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers ornate psychological horror, identity-focused storytelling, and a dreamlike descent through symbolic spaces that OMORI fans will likely appreciate.

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

Why similar: RPGMaker 34.2% ★, Psychological Horror 24.4%, Horror 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Story Rich 7%

Why You'll Like It: This RPG Maker horror favorite shares OMORI's mix of vulnerable protagonists, disturbing revelations, and strong atmosphere despite being more puzzle-focused.

Heartbound is a non-traditional role-playing game about a boy, his dog, secrets, and sanity.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.3%, Psychological Horror 23.9%, Story Rich 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It channels the same EarthBound-inspired indie RPG energy, combining charming character moments with ominous psychological and supernatural themes.

A magical adventure about two high school sweethearts set at the end of their school days - and the end of the world. Explore a crumbling town and help friends face their inner demons, which could be the key to stopping reality itself disintegrating. And don’t forget to pet the cats.

Why similar: Story Rich 36.9%, Pixel Graphics 30.4%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Anime 8.9%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This pixel-art coming-of-age story similarly explores mental health, memory, and reality-bending emotional wounds beneath a warm surface.

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 40% ★, Horror 14.7%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its cute top-down presentation hiding cruel horror and escalating dread makes it a strong fit if OMORI's tonal contrast was what grabbed you.

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: RPGMaker 26% ★, Psychological Horror 20.5%, Horror 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: For players who want the RPG Maker horror side of OMORI pushed further, it delivers intense atmosphere, trauma, and memorable multi-ending storytelling.

NIGHT IN THE WOODS is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet and lots to do across a lush, vibrant world.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 36.1%, Story Rich 22.8%, Hand-drawn 17.8%, Atmospheric 6.7%, Stylized 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Even without RPG combat, its focus on depression, dissociation, friendship, and a drifting young protagonist makes it a strong tonal companion piece to OMORI.

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 45.6%, Story Rich 17%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Horror 10.3%, Hand-drawn 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It similarly follows a troubled child through disturbing, symbolic horror while blending sadness, surrealism, and a fractured sense of reality.

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 43.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Story Rich 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Multiple Endings 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is a more abstract pick, but its intimate portrayal of mental instability and distorted perception overlaps closely with OMORI's psychological focus.

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39%, RPGMaker 24% ★, Story Rich 21%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It trades horror for pure emotional storytelling, but its memory-focused structure and devastating narrative payoff will resonate with OMORI players.

A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.

Why similar: RPGMaker 23.2% ★, Psychological Horror 18.6%, Story Rich 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, JRPG 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is a gentler recommendation, but its emotionally devastating story about escapist fantasy and painful real-world circumstances overlaps strongly with OMORI's heart.

A completely self-contained portable version of one of the highest user-rated games. Built on an entirely new engine with new UI, support for Steam Deck, & more. Features world-bending puzzles, intriguing denizens, surreal environments, and a captivating story about the truth of the game's reality.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Story Rich 16.5%, Multiple Endings 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, RPGMaker 11.9% ★

A bonkers time-loop tragicomedy murder mystery thriller featuring multiple casualties and a suspicious cat, from the creator of To the Moon & Finding Paradise.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.5%, Story Rich 20%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, RPG 10.5%, JRPG 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its reality-warping narrative, emotional mystery, and bittersweet writing make it a good choice if OMORI's twists and melancholy stuck with you.

"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 25.1% ★, Psychological Horror 20.7%, Story Rich 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Horror 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its anime-styled psychological horror, strong protagonist dynamics, and oppressive atmosphere make it a solid match for OMORI's darker side.

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: Psychological Horror 23.8%, RPGMaker 22% ★, Multiple Endings 11.5%, Story Rich 10.6%, Horror 9%

Why You'll Like It: Its slow-burn psychological horror and symbolic exploration of guilt and suffering make it a great fit for players who liked OMORI's heavier themes.

A surreal RPG with a unique graphical style and droll scenario.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.7%, RPG 17.5%, JRPG 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

“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: RPGMaker 29.7% ★, Psychological Horror 16.7%, Multiple Endings 10.1%, Story Rich 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It leans more into classic RPG Maker horror, but its dream-centered premise and emotional undercurrents make it relevant for fans of OMORI's surreal unease.

A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 40.8%, RPG 19%, Story Rich 14.6%, Indie 13.1%, Colorful 6.5%

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: RPGMaker 23.4% ★, Psychological Horror 19.5%, Party-Based RPG 11.2%, Story Rich 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Experience the quiet terror of this 1-bit love letter to Junji Ito and H.P. Lovecraft. Navigate a hellish roguelite reality with turn-based combat and unforgiving choices. Experiment with your deck of event cards to discover new forms of cosmic horror in every playthrough. The inevitable awaits...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 40.2%, Horror 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 4.9%

Hylics is a recreational program with light JRPG elements.

Why similar: RPGMaker 34.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 27.1%, RPG 9.8%, Indie 5.8%, JRPG 5.1%

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 43%, Story Rich 19.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Horror 11.6%, Indie 6.2%

A surreal post-life adventure

Why similar: RPGMaker 28.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 21.5%, Psychological Horror 14.4%, RPG 11.8%, Story Rich 10.1%

AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵

Why similar: Story Rich 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, JRPG 16.8%, RPG 13.7%, Horror 13.6%

Board the train! Run away from a weirdo! Solve some puzzles! Make friends with some ghosts! Try not to become a ghost yourself!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.2%, Multiple Endings 14%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Story Rich 10.6%, Horror 10.4%

F&H 2: Termina is oppressive, relentless and hopeless. A mix of jRPG and Survival Horror. Turn-based combat meets resource management. 3 days to explore the wicked town of Prehevil and find out about its dark secrets. 3 days until the pale and sickly green moon rises at its apex. Termina is upon us!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.9%, Party-Based RPG 14.5%, JRPG 11.7%, Horror 11.4%, Multiple Endings 9.8%

A eulogy for happiness, and a lament for connection that never was.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 33.4%, Story Rich 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Horror 10.4%, Multiple Endings 9.6%

And now, for today's story.

Why similar: Story Rich 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 23.5%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, Multiple Endings 11%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%

Experience YIIK: A Postmodern RPG 1.5 (I.V) update with revamped battles and cutscenes. A child relinquishes her name for a birthday invite, hoping to find her brother. Alex's reality unravels, guided by a mysterious cat, witnessing a woman vanish, igniting an obsession that threatens his world.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.3%, Turn-Based 20.4%, Story Rich 11.9%, JRPG 11.3%, Multiple Endings 10.1%

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 50.9%, Multiple Endings 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Story Rich 8.9%, Anime 6.9%

You are trapped in an experiment, trying to find ways to make you still "yourself" , persevere, and survive.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 30.5%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, RPGMaker 15.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Story Rich 9.2%

A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.5%, JRPG 14.8%, Story Rich 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 11.9%, Multiple Endings 8.6%

Thanks to next generation AI technology, BUDDY SIMULATOR 1984 simulates the experience of hanging out with a best buddy! Your buddy learns from you, constantly adapting to your interests and personality. But most importantly, your buddy can play games with you!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 37.7%, Story Rich 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Horror 12.3%, RPG 7.7%

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 44.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Horror 13.5%, Indie 7.9%

In a creaky old tavern, in a forgotten corner of the video-game universe, a storm is raging. An anonymous caller suggests that there is a murder plot. Six video game protagonists are the only plausible suspects...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.1%, Great Soundtrack 21.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Indie 7.9%

An exploration/horror/adventure game about the codependent, love-hate relationship between two men.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 38%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Multiple Endings 9.5%, Horror 9.4%, Story Rich 8.3%

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 49.2%, Great Soundtrack 20.5%, Story Rich 11.1%, Horror 10.6%, Anime 6.9%

Look Outside is a survival horror RPG set in a single apartment building. A mysterious event turns anyone who looks out the window into grotesque monsters, leaving the world in absolute chaos. Scavenge the building to seek food, supplies, and weapons while encountering strange characters.

Why similar: RPGMaker 37.5% ★, RPG 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Horror 14.8%, Atmospheric 3.9%

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: RPGMaker 31.8% ★, Psychological Horror 19.3%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Multiple Endings 12%, Story Rich 11.1%

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

Why similar: RPGMaker 31.6% ★, Psychological Horror 30.2%, Story Rich 14.8%, RPG 5.9%, Horror 5.4%

Knuckle Sandwich is a turn-based RPG by Andy Brophy. Get a job, beat up some monsters, and solve a mystery that's plaguing Bright City.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.3%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Story Rich 13%, Party-Based RPG 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 11%

Two souls are drawn into a mysterious otherworld—and torn apart. In a realm filled with danger and restless spirits, each searches for the other while uncovering hidden truths. A suspenseful multi-ending adventure where every choice shapes their fate.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.6%, RPGMaker 11.7% ★, Story Rich 11.2%, Multiple Endings 10.1%, Horror 9.7%

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 41.1%, Story Rich 20.8%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Horror 11.9%, Indie 5.4%

Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 60.2%, Story Rich 14.5%, Multiple Endings 13.1%, Anime 7.8%, 2D 2.4%

Fear & Hunger is a horror dungeon crawler set in the dark and hopeless dungeons of fear and hunger. The game is a hybrid of survival horror and dungeon crawler genres with its influences ranging from Silent Hill to Nethack. There are roguelike elements to the game as well as a heavy foundation of a j-RPG.

Why similar: RPGMaker 39.1% ★, Psychological Horror 27.8%, Horror 11.6%, RPG 10%, JRPG 4.4%

Strange Telephone is a 2D adventure game in which the player explores strange worlds created with merely 6 digits, and has multiple endings.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 35.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Story Rich 12.6%, Indie 9.8%, Atmospheric 5.9%

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29%, Multiple Endings 17.8%, Story Rich 13.3%, Hand-drawn 10%, Horror 8.9%

Make friends, make enemies, go fishing, collect cards, beat up sharks, beat up tigers, obtain the denim blade, train a fuzzy infantile insect for battle, and uncover ancient secrets in this monster-filled adventure.

Why similar: RPGMaker 35.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 18.6%, RPG 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Indie 6.5%