Games Like Psych

MADiSON is a first person psychological horror game that delivers an immersive and terrifying experience. With the help of an instant camera, connect the human world with the beyond, take pictures and develop them by yourself. Solve puzzles, explore your surroundings and most importantly, survive.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22%, Horror 20.5%, Survival Horror 13.3%, Dark 12.5%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person psychological horror game that relies heavily on puzzle-solving and atmospheric dread to keep the player on edge.

Visage is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore a mysterious ever-changing house in a slow-paced, atmospheric world that combines both uncannily comforting and horrifyingly realistic environments, and enjoy a genuinely terrifying experience.

Why similar: Horror 28.7%, Psychological Horror 26.3%, Survival Horror 13.3%, Dark 10.4%, Atmospheric 5%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive first-person psychological horror experience, focusing on exploration and uncovering a dark, tragic history through environmental storytelling.

The era-defining first-person psychological horror in all its terrifying glory. All of the game’s chapters collected into one convenient package that allows you to plumb the depths of madness in pursuit of artistic revelation.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.4%, Horror 15.5%, Emotional 13.7%, Dark 10.5%, Interactive Fiction 10%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully uses shifting environments and psychological tension to tell a narrative-driven story about a troubled artist.

This story-driven adventure follows a mystery of death and despair from reality into the surreal realms of objective memories and subjective experiences. Search the mind, solve puzzles, and unravel the dark truth in this psychological thriller.

Why similar: Thriller 28.8%, Psychological Horror 18.4%, Emotional 16.9%, Dark 12.5%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique investigative mechanic where players explore the memories of others, perfectly capturing the psychological mystery aspect.

Set in 1944 Italy, Martha Is Dead is an award-winning dark psychological thriller where the lines between truth, superstition, and tragedy blur. Explore a haunting countryside, uncover disturbing memories, and peel back layers of mystery. Every choice shapes the nightmare…are you ready to face it?

Why similar: Dynamic Narration 23.9% ★, Thriller 20.7%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Horror 11.9%, Dark 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Set in WWII Italy, this game offers a deeply dark and psychological narrative that mirrors the investigative and emotional tone of the seed game.

REVEIL is a narrative first-person psycho-thriller game that focuses on story, puzzles and exploration. Find out what’s going on inside Walter Thompson and what his dark past at the Nelson Bros Circus has to do with it.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.3%, Horror 18.7%, Dark 15%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Exploration 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven first-person horror game that focuses on uncovering a mysterious past through atmospheric exploration and puzzles.

The Shattering is a first-person, story-driven, psychological thriller. Its defining features are the dynamic environments, beautiful aesthetic and intriguing story. The gameplay is meant to submerge you in the mind of John, as you take each step forward into the twisted mystery of what happened.

Why similar: Thriller 39.7%, Adventure 19.2%, Horror 10.7%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Psychological Horror 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This psychological thriller emphasizes a surreal, narrative-heavy experience that explores the fragility of the human mind.

A first‑person cyberpunk horror detective story set in a decaying, neon‑scarred future. As an Observer who invades minds to hunt for clues, you will sift through corrupted memories to track down a mysterious killer and confront your own dark past.

Why similar: Dynamic Narration 40.4% ★, Horror 20.5%, Psychological Horror 19.8%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, First-Person 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines detective-style investigation with surreal, psychological horror elements in a dense, atmospheric setting.

Insomnis is a first-person horror game focused on story, exploration and solving puzzles to advance through a terrifying atmosphere. Players take control of Joe Castevet, who will have to deal with a mysterious inheritance he has just received. Discover all the secrets of the Castevet mansion!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17.7%, Horror 16.3%, Survival Horror 12.7%, Realistic 12%, Action-Adventure 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy horror game that focuses on uncovering family secrets within an atmospheric, shifting environment.

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: Psychological Horror 21.6%, Horror 20.5%, Survival Horror 13.4%, Dark 11%, Atmospheric 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on psychological trauma and narrative exploration, making it a strong thematic match for the seed game.

From the creators of Amnesia: The Dark Descent comes SOMA, a sci-fi horror game set below the waves of the Atlantic ocean. Struggle to survive a hostile world that will make you question your very existence.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.7%, Horror 17.4%, Survival Horror 14%, Dark 12.6%, Atmospheric 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, it is a masterclass in psychological horror that forces players to confront existential dread through exploration and narrative discovery.

Sanity of Morris: a psychological horror adventure game. Your flashlight reveals the clues you need to stay sane in the search for your father. Discover the truth. Could aliens be real?

Why similar: Thriller 23.7%, Psychological Horror 18.7%, Survival Horror 14.4%, Horror 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It blends detective investigation with psychological horror, requiring players to search for answers in a dark, mysterious environment.

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: Crime 17.4%, Thriller 13%, Psychological Horror 11.4%, Horror 9.8%, Survival Horror 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This detective-style horror game tasks players with investigating a supernatural mystery, mirroring the investigative loop of the seed game.

Lunacy: Saint Rhodes is a first-person psychological horror adventure game. Explore your dark family history, solve puzzles and experience a gut-wrenching feeling of terror. You are being watched; never alone, never safe.

Why similar: Thriller 22.7%, Psychological Horror 14.9%, Horror 12.6%, Realistic 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric horror game that uses an AI-driven system to keep the player on edge while exploring a dark, cursed town.

Mirror Forge is a first-person psychological survival horror game. Roam between realities of fear, madness & machinery. Solve puzzles, explore an atmospheric world, survive horrifying entities.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.4%, Thriller 15.4%, Horror 14.1%, Survival Horror 13.8%, Dark 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological survival horror game that uses atmospheric, dark environments to tell a complex, mystery-driven story.

Enter the abandoned arcade after your car has crashed, and the shelter you were looking for is trying to eat you alive in this dark mystery-horror adventure. Solve mysteries, keep JANITOR satisfied, and always be aware of what's behind your back.

Why similar: Thriller 26.8%, Psychological Horror 17.5%, Horror 14.4%, Dark 9.8%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, atmospheric, and puzzle-focused horror experience that rewards careful exploration of its environment.

Evil Inside is a first-person psychological horror game. After the death of his mother and the arrest of his father for it, Mark decides to contact her using the Spiritual board. But it fades away, and here is when all begins... Mark will face his greatest fears to discover the truth.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.3%, Horror 18.3%, Realistic 13.9%, Survival Horror 12.7%, Atmospheric 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person horror game centered on a protagonist trying to uncover the truth behind a family tragedy through puzzle-solving.

Take part in a one-man investigation and solve the mystery of your brother’s disappearance. Find out the truth by exploring unsettling liminal locations. Discover the story chapter by chapter, with each one unveiling their common tragedy.

Why similar: Horror 34.4%, Survival Horror 27.6%, Psychological Horror 24%, Atmospheric 8.9%, First-Person 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that uses diverse, dark settings to explore themes of fear and memory.

In Fear I Trust is a critically acclaimed first-person horror adventure. Explore eerie locations, solve puzzles and unravel the dark truth behind a secret soviet experiment in this story-driven psychological thriller.

Why similar: Thriller 27.1%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Horror 14.2%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Realistic 7%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror series that emphasizes puzzle-solving and narrative discovery in a first-person perspective.

DYING: Reborn is a first-person Room Escape puzzle game in which players must tackle all kinds of puzzles in a series of dark and eerie environments. Gameplay revolves around collecting, discovering and putting together pieces of a twisted story that will make your hair stand on end...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 43.4%, Puzzle 18.7%, Horror 18.5%, Adventure 13.9%, Indie 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-focused horror game that requires players to investigate their surroundings to escape and uncover the truth.

12 March 1938, Renée, 16, was ripped out of her world, her only fault was that of not knowing her place in the world.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.3%, Horror 23.8%, Exploration 15.3%, Dynamic Narration 12.7% ★, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply psychological narrative game that focuses on exploration and uncovering the dark history of an abandoned asylum.

Left Alone plunges you into a first-person psychological horror journey, where darkness and memories intertwine. As secrets emerge from shadows, use your wits to solve puzzles and explore haunting, forgotten locations. Every step echoes with the past; can you face the truths that await?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.2%, Horror 15.7%, Survival Horror 11.7%, Exploration 10.6%, Puzzle 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person exploration game that emphasizes puzzle-solving and atmosphere to tell its dark, mysterious story.

Remorse: The List is a classic survival horror game where the player must figure out what is happening in the little hungarian town of Hidegpuszta, and your only clue is a list that doesn't make much sense. Exploring will be the key to unveiling its secrets and get out of there alive.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17.1%, Survival Horror 14.6%, Horror 14.4%, Dark 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This survival horror game balances combat with significant puzzle-solving and exploration in a mysterious, dark town.

Psychological horror, which is part of the games CASE: Animatronics and CASE 2: Animatronics Survival.

Why similar: Crime 20%, Psychological Horror 14%, Thriller 13.8%, Horror 11%, Action-Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the investigative aspect of horror, tasking players with solving a dark mystery through exploration.

Fears to Fathom is an episodic psychological horror game where each episode unveils a short story narrated by the ones who survived.

Why similar: Horror 26.6%, Psychological Horror 21.6%, Crime 15.7%, Interactive Fiction 7.2%, Atmospheric 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An episodic, narrative-driven horror game that focuses on psychological tension and realistic, grounded mystery.

A first-person horror game Incoming Evil, you will explore an unsolved event about 3 missing people. Nobody knows what happened to them, the police could not solve the case. You are an experienced detective; the case handed over to you.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 24.1%, Horror 20.7%, Dark 13.9%, Puzzle 8.9%, Atmospheric 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style first-person horror game that focuses on exploration and uncovering secrets in a dark, isolated environment.

Deep in international waters, Tesla’s Helios stands still. An unbound utopia for scientific research, Rose Archer steps aboard in search of her sister, quickly to discover not all is as it seems. A single word covers the entrance… QUARANTINE!

Why similar: Horror 41.6%, Adventure 24.6%, First-Person 14.1%, Indie 9.4%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven, first-person atmospheric game that focuses on uncovering a mystery within a grand, isolated setting.

Set in a creepy amusement park hiding a dark and sinister secret, The Park is a first-person psychological horror experience focused on exploration and storytelling.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27%, Horror 26.5%, Thriller 16.6%, Atmospheric 8.8%, First-Person 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, intense psychological horror experience that focuses on narrative and atmosphere over combat.

"INDICTED" is a first-person psychological horror game exploring the fears of Arthur, a police investigator with a dark past. With immersive graphics and environments, and a touch of horror from the 80s and 90s. Thus bringing a unique experience of horror and survival.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.7%, Survival Horror 19.6%, Realistic 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Atmospheric 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-horror game that blends action-adventure with a dark, psychological narrative.

Family curse is a mystical horror from the first person with a frightening atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the intricate history of the Crouse family and find out the terrible secret of the people who died in the cursed house.

Why similar: Thriller 23.2%, Dynamic Narration 22.4% ★, Psychological Horror 15.2%, Horror 13%, Exploration 6.9%

The story of Henry Bishop is a first-person psychological thriller, where the player will have to fight, guess riddles, immerse into a mystical plot and an incredible story.

Why similar: Horror 22.6%, Psychological Horror 16.7%, Survival Horror 15.1%, Dark 9.2%, Adventure 7.5%

A first-person atmospheric horror-puzzle game that focuses on the narrative to tie together the gruesome world with creative puzzles. Explore the mind of a twisted serial killer who wants nothing else than to show his work of art as well as tell his story to the world.

Why similar: Thriller 22.2%, Horror 16.7%, Psychological Horror 13%, Atmospheric 11%, Puzzle 8.5%

A psychological first-person horror experience. Set in California, USA, blurring the line between game and reality. Confront the events which completely changed Zane Zaminsky´s life.

Why similar: Thriller 26.3%, Psychological Horror 23.5%, Horror 19.6%, Puzzle 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%

Wander through an interactive nightmare set within the confines of a once-happy household. Piece together the mystery behind a harrowing series of events while struggling to survive encounters with an entity that relentlessly stands in the way of finding absolution.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.7%, Horror 21.2%, Dark 10.8%, Realistic 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.3%

The Empty Eyes is a first-person psychological horror experience that immerses you in an investigation steeped in mystery. Every step inside the house brings you closer to a hidden truth, while tension mounts and fear takes root in your mind.

Why similar: Thriller 23.4%, Psychological Horror 17.4%, Horror 15.7%, Survival Horror 13.3%, Dark 8.4%

There are 6 depths to descend; the further you go, the more terror you will experience. Uncover mysteries, solve puzzles, and immerse yourself in a dark storyline that Inside Depth 6 has to offer. Journey through all 6 depths to uncover the secrets buried within.

Why similar: Thriller 26.5%, Psychological Horror 15.5%, Horror 14%, Dark 11.9%, Realistic 8%

Don't Be Afraid is an adventure horror game, that allows you to personate a boy, kidnapped by a psychopath. You have to survive, escape and find out how you were kidnapped. Exploring the gigantic, mysterious house of your torturer, you will soon reveal many secrets, hidden inside it’s walls…

Why similar: Thriller 18.8%, Horror 14.9%, Psychological Horror 14.6%, Survival Horror 13.8%, Realistic 10.1%

A psychological first-person horror game where you enter a memory-erasing protocol and relive a trauma. Uncover dark secrets, and experience fear through immersive atmosphere.

Why similar: Thriller 22%, Psychological Horror 17%, Horror 14.7%, Dark 10.3%, Realistic 9.7%

Mists of Aiden is a first-person story driven horror game. You play as a thief trapped in an eerie mansion. Each choice can open a new mystery of the house and lead to a unique walkthrough and ending. Uncover final secret of the house. Uncover your own secrets.

Why similar: Horror 32.6%, Psychological Horror 22.9%, Adventure 8.5%, Atmospheric 8%, Dark 7.9%

Silver Chains is a first-person horror game with a strong emphasis on story and exploration. Search for clues within an old abandoned manor to unravel the truth about the terrible events which have happened.

Why similar: Horror 36.3%, Psychological Horror 29.9%, Adventure 9%, Exploration 5.8%, First-Person 5.7%

Luto is a psychological horror experience where you take on the role of someone unable to leave their home. Every attempt to escape will lead you deeper into the unknown, where nothing is as it seems and everything will test your senses.

Why similar: Thriller 20.7%, Psychological Horror 18.8%, Dark 12.5%, Emotional 12.1%, Exploration 7%

The Beast Inside is a unique, gripping twist on thriller and survival horror. Immerse in the story of long-buried secrets, personal tragedies, and madness. Play as two protagonists bounded by dark heritage. Combat the enemies, solve riddles and experience real terror in the 3D-scanned environment.

Why similar: Horror 33.1%, Survival Horror 16.4%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Atmospheric 6.1%, First-Person 6%

"Exanimum: The Silent Call" is a first-person psychological horror game. In this chilling experience, you will find yourself confronting terrifying mysteries and chilling secrets.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.3%, Thriller 20.8%, Horror 20.1%, Dark 12.7%, Realistic 10.7%

Omitted is a first-person psychological horror game. Experience being left alone in an old hospital, discover its secrets and try to survive.

Why similar: Thriller 26.2%, Psychological Horror 18.9%, Horror 14.9%, Dark 11.1%, Atmospheric 8.3%

Echoes Of Dread is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore the mansion, solve puzzles, and uncover the secrets hidden within. Prepare for unexpected encounters with terrifying entities.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17.4%, Horror 15.1%, Thriller 14.4%, Survival Horror 11.8%, Dark 7.4%

Forest Asylum 2 - An Indie Psychological Horror Game and the sequel to the well-received first part. Embark on a Therapy that will change your life!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22%, Survival Horror 16.7%, Horror 13.9%, Dark 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9%

Embark on a terrifying adventure of a priest accused of murdering an altar boy. Gray Dawn is a psychological thriller infused with religious elements and combines story-driven quests with an artistic experience.

Why similar: Thriller 32.8%, Psychological Horror 23.4%, Horror 15%, Adventure 7.5%, Atmospheric 5.9%

Beyond the Evil is an psychological horror game that places the player to a hard experience to find who created one supposed plague that might doom the world.

Why similar: Thriller 26.7%, Horror 17.2%, Realistic 10.6%, Puzzle 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

In Sound Mind is an imaginative first-person psychological horror with frenetic puzzles, unique boss fights, and original music by The Living Tombstone. Journey within the inner workings of the one place you can’t seem to escape—your own mind.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 26.9%, Horror 24.7%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Puzzle 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

Find your missing friend. Uncover the secrets within. Brave a luxurious and haunting mansion in Dead Take, a first-person psychological horror crafted by Surgent Studios.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.2%, Horror 18.3%, Thriller 13.3%, Survival Horror 13.1%, Atmospheric 9.9%

Ontotis is a psychological horror game crafted by a solo developer focusing on atmosphere, mystery and an engaging story. Uncover scattered clues to unveil the chilling fate of the house's residents, while encountering a mysterious humanlike figure seemingly connected to them in their haunting tale.

Why similar: Thriller 22.1%, Psychological Horror 21.6%, Horror 13.1%, Atmospheric 9.9%, Exploration 6.8%

Alex is a blogger who explores places with paranormal phenomena. At the request of his subscribers, he goes to an abandoned place where, according to rumors, some creepy things were noticed. What is happening there? You have to find it out.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.9%, Horror 20.6%, Realistic 13.4%, Atmospheric 11.1%, Dark 10.3%

The Guest is a first-person psychological horror game that focuses on creating fear and tension for the player.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21%, Horror 17.9%, Dark 14.7%, Survival Horror 12.2%, Atmospheric 7.5%

Explore a decadent hotel across different timelines and uncover the dark history of a fanatical cult and your role in their plans.

Why similar: Survival Horror 21.6%, Horror 15%, Thriller 12.8%, Puzzle 10.3%, Atmospheric 8%

Implements of Hell is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore the mysteries, unlock the secrets, and change the outcome in a slow-paced atmospheric, and extremely horrifying experience.

Why similar: Thriller 24.7%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Horror 13.2%, Dark 10.3%, Realistic 10%

"Madness Inside"" immerses you in the dark depths of an abandoned psychiatric hospital, where horrifying experiments were once conducted. Police Lieutenant Vic Voight, in pursuit of a dangerous criminal, unexpectedly finds himself trapped in this nightmarish place.

Why similar: Thriller 27.9%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Horror 14.1%, Realistic 13.5%, Psychological Horror 10.8%

Experience Harry's story of battling multiple personalities and his severe case of schizophrenia. In this First-person horror game, you battle the hallucinations and illusions your mind creates. You misjudge reality and quickly lose control over yourself.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.6%, Thriller 19.4%, Horror 16.3%, Dark 10.7%, Exploration 8.9%

CoRoT is a first-person psychological meta-horror game. Search for cassettes in a transforming house, unraveling its macabre past. A sinister atmosphere surrounds you as you try to understand what's happening and where you really are. Can you discover the truth hidden in its walls?

Why similar: Thriller 18%, Psychological Horror 16.9%, Horror 11.9%, Realistic 8.9%, Dark 8%

Worlds collide as your cursed inheritance throws you into the middle of a series of mysterious events. Discover terrifying secrets as you follow your uncle’s disappearance, and confront a terrible truth that will change your life forever in this cosmic horror first-person adventure.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17%, Horror 16.9%, Thriller 15.5%, Survival Horror 12.5%, Atmospheric 9.6%

Uncover the mysteries of Whitehaven Orphanage in this first-person psychological horror game. Explore the place, collect clues and put the pieces together to find out what happened years ago as you delve deep into your mind.

Why similar: Thriller 22.8%, Psychological Horror 16.7%, Horror 14.4%, Survival Horror 13.6%, Dark 11.8%