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Nine Nights to Exposure is a single-location horror game set in a remote lakeside cabin, focused on photography and anomaly reporting. Capture and report anomalies, uncover a family tragedy buried in the past… and try to survive all nine nights.

Why similar: Perma Death 29.7%, Hidden Object 26.9%, Horror 12.3%, Simulation 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.8%

A Psychological Horror game. Featuring puzzles, immersive environment, a tense atmosphere, and a unique hand-drawn art style.

Why similar: Hidden Object 42.1%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Horror 12.1%, Linear 9.5%, Simulation 8%

Lost Memories is a horror roguelike action-adventure where the player is to uncover a mystery.

Why similar: Hidden Object 24.7%, Roguelite 19.4%, PvE 16.4%, Horror 8.9%, Linear 8.9%

On the brave drop's journey to try to save the village of drops, he faces many challenges, puzzles, and development choices that must be accomplished. Caution is a must.

Why similar: CRPG 43.4%, Roguelite 18.4%, PvE 15.2%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Linear 7.1%

Anomaly Observer is a horror observation game where you become CCTV operator watching paranormal footage. Watch your surroundings closely and report any suspicious activity! Nobody knows what awaits you in your next shift!

Why similar: Perma Death 24.2%, Hidden Object 19.7%, Roguelite 16.3%, PvE 13.4%, Horror 9.6%

Spot the anomalies hiding in a dating app. A loop horror game inspired by "The Exit 8." Swipe through 8 profiles each day and judge whether something is wrong. Get 9 correct in a row to escape — one mistake sends you back to Day 0.

Why similar: Hidden Object 36.7%, Perma Death 36.1%, Horror 13.6%, Casual 4.8%, Linear 3.5%

Escape from Horn head is 3D horror game. You need to find the keys and potions before he catches up with you. Explore the rooms, look for objects and avoid the pursuer. Try to find the best way, remember the movement of the Horned-headed demon chasing its victim, that is, you.

Why similar: Hidden Object 38.6%, PvE 23.4%, Linear 8.9%, Horror 8.9%, First-Person 8.1%

A collection of atmospheric horror games about ADHD. Four authors' interpretations of psychological horror with different mechanics and narratives

Why similar: CRPG 36.5%, Hidden Object 19.7%, Horror 15.2%, Simulation 9.5%, First-Person 6.2%

The Hopebringer is an Unreal Engine 5 powered top down RPG, featuring procedurally generated scenarios in a fantasy setting. Partake in single player, or online co-op adventures. Unlock new scenarios, which you can then repeat at any time in multiplayer.

Why similar: CRPG 50.9%, Roguelite 21.9%, PvE 18.4%, 3D 5.8%, Adventure 1.5%

"It Mimics" is a short indie horror game heavily inspired by the original Slender The Eight Pages game. Step into the shoes of an unknown protagonist, collect the eight pages, and survive being followed by something lurking in the woods.

Why similar: Hidden Object 43.8%, Horror 15%, First-Person 13.9%, Linear 13.5%, Action 6.9%

Dr. Suun is a thrilling horror experience that combines intense chases with mind-bending puzzles. Players step into the shoes of James, a man drawn into the mystery of an abandoned hospital with a haunting past. As he uncovers its secrets, the lines between reality and nightmare begin to blur.

Why similar: Hidden Object 45.1%, PvE 25%, First-Person 8.9%, 3D 7.6%, Horror 4.4%

Delve into the Tomb of Vercilias as a bounty hunting adventurer in this old-school CRPG styled dungeon crawling rogue-lite. Your goal is to find the dark mage Vercilias and bring him to the King, dead or alive. Many before you have tried—will you be the first to succeed?

Why similar: CRPG 41%, Perma Death 28.1%, Roguelite 17.9%, First-Person 7%, Magic 4.8%

Grandmother, this is a horror game in which you have to get out of an old mansion where you are held by a crazy granny. You have five days.

Why similar: Hidden Object 34.9%, PvE 23.3%, Horror 17%, First-Person 10.5%, 3D 7.5%

Survive through somewhat harsh environment! collect & craft item, manage resources. be aware that you have limited space and time.

Why similar: Perma Death 38.3%, Hidden Object 35.1%, PvE 19.4%, 3D 5.3%, Adventure 1.2%

You have to visit an abandoned bunker and find mysterious artifacts in a limited time, your flashlight charge will not last long and staying in such a place in complete darkness will mean certain death

Why similar: Perma Death 40.7%, Hidden Object 24%, Horror 13.8%, 3D 8.9%, Action 6.8%

Broken Tape is a narrative-driven first person walking simulator with the elements of psychological horror. You take the role of a test subject in a secret organization. You were tasked with a job to eliminate anomalies in a series of old tapes, containing more than you might expect.

Why similar: Hidden Object 34.5%, Perma Death 31.5%, Horror 10.7%, Simulation 7.2%, 3D 6%

Monitor camera feeds, report valuable info, and hand-deliver shady packages. An hourly quota of reports will test your keen eye to spot the differences, while timed deliveries will force you outside unexpectedly. Until you clock out for the night almost nowhere is safe.

Why similar: Hidden Object 35.3%, Perma Death 21.3%, Horror 17.3%, Simulation 12.3%, 3D 6.1%

A free detective "Hidden object" game. Solve the crime now!

Why similar: CRPG 49.9%, Hidden Object 27.4%, First-Person 8.9%, Linear 5.7%, Casual 5%

MiSa is a single-player horror adventure game where the player moves through five locations in the mind of the main character Mark. The goal of the game is to find a way from the world of illusions to reality, successfully distinguishing between them.

Why similar: Perma Death 25.1%, Hidden Object 17.8%, PvE 14%, Horror 10.4%, Linear 10.3%

Watch the cameras. Spot the anomalies. Report every irregularity. Fix systems and meet your report quota. But when strange events pull you out of the security room, the museum becomes dangerous. This is no longer a typical night shift when your reflection starts moving on its own.

Why similar: Perma Death 35.6%, Hidden Object 29.5%, Horror 10.2%, First-Person 9%, 3D 6.5%

Swing, smash, and combo your way through the dead. DIVINE SHOCK is an infinitely scaling first-person rogue-lite, where you are a Paladin, standing between the dead and the mortal realm.

Why similar: Perma Death 33%, CRPG 19.2%, Roguelite 17.9%, PvE 12.4%, First-Person 10.1%

Wizard of Hunting Life is an action RPG game. Hunt to level up, earn money to buy equipment and challenge stronger enemies.

Why similar: CRPG 54.5%, PvE 13%, Action 9.1%, Female Protagonist 9%, 3D 7.2%

When your madness is not desired, When your madness that you did not want is strangled by the bars in the pit. You go from being a powerless goat to a human being, and the only way to surprise the white coats who want to cure you completely is to take refuge in the craziness you want.

Why similar: Hidden Object 36.5%, PvE 23.8%, Horror 15.3%, First-Person 9.3%, 3D 7.3%

You find yourself trapped in a dream. If you capture anomalies in the dream with a camera, you might be able to escape.

Why similar: Hidden Object 41.8%, Perma Death 17.4%, Horror 15.9%, First-Person 11%, 3D 8.1%

Inspect passengers, scan luggage, interrogate suspects, and uncover hidden contraband at an international airport. Use X-rays, metal detectors, and police dogs to stop smuggling and rise through the ranks in Airport Contraband Police.

Why similar: CRPG 44.3%, Hidden Object 24.2%, Simulation 10.2%, First-Person 7.8%, Casual 7.2%

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: CRPG 43.7%, Perma Death 29.8%, Roguelite 18.8%, Horror 7.6%

Forsaken Manor is an exhilarating 3D horror game where you must explore an abandoned and grim house filled with secrets and dangers. Your task is to find all the key items hidden in the dark corners of this sinister place to unveil its dark secrets and survive.

Why similar: Hidden Object 59.5%, First-Person 16.5%, 3D 12.4%, Casual 9.6%, Indie 1.3%

The RPG "Node Nexus" is here! Connect nodes and battle by defining your favorite "variables" in modules like "Warrior" and "Mage"!

Why similar: CRPG 60.5%, Roguelite 22.9%, PvE 14.3%, Casual 1.9%, Indie 0.3%

Collect blood cells, rescue the girl!

Why similar: Perma Death 60.9%, Roguelite 37.9%, Indie 1.2%

Complete the gallery of an eccentric millionaire, collect entities and objects from the Backroom, record their anomalies, expand their lores and uncover hidden rooms and secrets. Randomness, roguelite replayability, unique galleries and runs, horror, absurd humor... One mistake and you’ll be doomed!

Why similar: Perma Death 30.7%, Hidden Object 26.2%, Roguelite 22.1%, Horror 6.1%, First-Person 6%

Your parents left for the night, and you stayed at home alone, you were bored and you decided to call the Jester (Joker), but something went wrong... It looks like you succeeded, now the jester wants to play with you, hide and don't let him catch you, find a way to call the jester away.

Why similar: Hidden Object 32%, Horror 20.3%, PvE 15.6%, First-Person 12.7%, 3D 9.9%

A futuristic Sci-fi Point-and-Click Adventure Game with American Sign Language animations, everything in pixelart style.

Why similar: CRPG 53.3%, Hidden Object 28.5%, First-Person 7.6%, Female Protagonist 5.5%, Adventure 4.6%

A dark fantasy dungeon crawler/roguelike. Fight one-on-one in turn-based combat. Find gear that improves or completely changes your tactics. Delve procedurally generated dungeons where choices matter. Die, upgrade your characters, unlock new skills and experiment with perks to find the best build.

Why similar: Perma Death 31.4%, CRPG 30.3%, Roguelite 15.4%, PvE 13.7%, Magic 5.7%

Venture into the world of chilling psychological horror, where the line between reality and nightmare is thinner than a spider's web. Grandview is not just a game, it is a test for your nerves and mind.

Why similar: Hidden Object 35.6%, PvE 23.1%, Horror 10.8%, First-Person 10.4%, 3D 7.6%

Fight against ruthless hordes of zombies, break through infected ruins, collect codes and keys, read notes left in a hurry, and search for clues. Each step may be the last, but it is the only one that brings us closer to the truth about what happened in Zone 404.

Why similar: Hidden Object 31.6%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Horror 15.2%, Linear 13.2%, First-Person 11.9%

Play as a dog (Shiba Inu) and save him from his nightmare. Explore a fever dream landscape to unlock different outfits and abilities. Climb the tower and achieve victory !

Why similar: Hidden Object 46.3%, PvE 29.3%, 3D 8.8%, Casual 7.3%, Simulation 5.4%

Weaponmancer is an action roguelite where you, a unique mage, summon weapons to fend off diverse foes. Navigate bullet-riddled challenges, adapt with every run, and harness fallen enemies' essence to evolve and conquer.

Why similar: Perma Death 38.4%, Roguelite 25.1%, PvE 19.1%, 3D 5.4%, Magic 5%

On a quest to recover the Scepter of Zeus for The Museum of Lost Secrets, archeologist and adventurer Samantha Swift stumbles upon one of the greatest archeological finds of all time! Unfortunately, she also runs into greedy treasure hunter Ravena Stryker.

Why similar: Hidden Object 66%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Casual 12.9%, Adventure 3.9%

You are on the night shift at the bank. You hear noises all the time. You need to find out what they are and find your partner. As you pass, you will need to find the keys and open locked rooms.

Why similar: Perma Death 28.9%, Hidden Object 25.3%, PvE 15.7%, Horror 9.7%, First-Person 7.7%

Dark Tree is a thrilling action game where you have to fight an evil deity, the Dark Tree, and its minions. You are in for epic battles with hordes of various enemies and memorable bosses. This game will not leave you indifferent.

Why similar: CRPG 46.4%, Roguelite 20.9%, PvE 15%, Linear 9.4%, Magic 5.2%

Survive this nightmare by hiding in your surroundings. Be discreet, because death will be final.

Why similar: Perma Death 51.3%, Horror 18.5%, Action 13.3%, 3D 12%, Violent 3.6%

The Watcher's Eye is a horror-like game based on the legends of the Dark Web. Your main goal is to survive by spotting as many anomalies as possible on the CCTV cameras. If you have a keen eye for observation then this game is for you!

Why similar: Hidden Object 50.7%, Horror 17.8%, First-Person 16.7%, Action 13.6%, Indie 0.6%

Two Die is a turn-based, tactical, roguelike RPG where every action is determined by the roll of two six sided dice. Battle enemies to upgrade your character and discover what hides in your lost memories.

Why similar: CRPG 38.8%, Perma Death 26.8%, Roguelite 18.2%, PvE 14.3%, Action 1.9%

Every battle is a test. Every choice is a step towards victory. Combine skills, experiment with tactics and find your own style that will turn you into a nightmare for your enemies!

Why similar: CRPG 42.5%, Perma Death 29.8%, PvE 16.4%, 3D 5%, Casual 3%

MushrooMonster is a first-person survival horror game. You arrived at the forest island tonight to fight the evil mushroom monster. There is only one way to kill the monster - that is to collect 12 mushrooms and burn them in a bonfire.

Why similar: Hidden Object 36.8%, Perma Death 30%, First-Person 12.4%, Horror 11.7%, Action 8.1%

Escape from Tung Tung Sahur it's a puzzle-horror game where you must to survive from Italian Brainrot Characters. The main door is covered with different locks and now you have to search the house and find keys and other objects to unlock the door and escape this house.

Why similar: Hidden Object 34.8%, Perma Death 18.9%, PvE 11.9%, First-Person 10%, Horror 8%

This is an action RPG in which Charois, a little witch, goes underground with her golem. Using skills such as “dowsing” and items found in the game, players can safely reach the deepest part of the basement by avoiding traps and threats from powerful enemies.

Why similar: CRPG 53.7%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, PvE 15.8%, 3D 6.3%, Action 3.2%

Witch Guild Survivor is a fun horde roguelite game where you play as a witch that must survive from the monsters using your poweful spells! Collect white orbs and upgrade your magic spells. Choose a combination of various elements to generate synergies between them in each run

Why similar: Perma Death 45.2%, Roguelite 31.8%, Magic 9.1%, Action 5.9%, Female Protagonist 5.2%

Fearless journalist Laura is again brought in to investigate strange murders taking place in New York. Immerse yourself in an exciting crime story and solve the mystery of a dangerous criminal surrounded by lightning!

Why similar: Hidden Object 69.7%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Casual 10.4%, Adventure 6.2%

This is an extremely challenging game. You only have 100 chances. During this period, it will make you frustrated again and again. However, as long as you don't give up and complete the challenge, it will also bring you a great sense of accomplishment. The same is true of our real life!

Why similar: Perma Death 48.5%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, First-Person 10.9%, 3D 6.3%, Casual 5.6%

You are on the night shift at the mall. While you were taking your post, your partner went missing. All the time you hear some kind of noise. You need to find out their origin and find your partner. As you pass, you will need to find the keys and open locked rooms.

Why similar: Hidden Object 29.6%, Horror 17.3%, Simulation 13%, PvE 11.1%, First-Person 10%

Blending dark fantasy elements of a CRPG with turn-based combat of a JRPG, this "slow burn" survival rogue-lite positions you in a massive open world where every decision matters. With permadeath (optional) and a day/night cycle, study the codex and learn your enemies or meet certain death.

Why similar: CRPG 50%, Perma Death 32.4%, Roguelite 17.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

“JU-MEN: Cursed Masks” is a short horror game about organizing countless masks and noticing subtle anomalies. Masks may change when you’re not looking—their color, shape, gaze, or position. What you notice depends on how carefully you’ve arranged them.

Why similar: Hidden Object 50%, First-Person 12.2%, Horror 12%, Simulation 9.5%, 3D 9.2%

In the roguelike survival game Rune Forge, the core gameplay revolves around a system called the "Rune Forge," which allows players to freely combine skill modules to create unique abilities.

Why similar: Perma Death 41%, Roguelite 27.3%, PvE 20.5%, Magic 4.6%, Casual 2.4%

Embark on a thrilling journey as a multitasking mom in Mom Simulator 2023! Immerse yourself in the exhilarating challenges and delightful joys of running a household, conquering everything from daily routines to exciting tasks like grocery shopping and family outings. Join the adventure now!

Why similar: CRPG 49.8%, Hidden Object 27.4%, First-Person 8.9%, Simulation 7.3%, 3D 6.6%

The Facility is a single player, first person escape game with physics and horror elements. Solve a variety of physics based puzzles as you try to escape the facility, while relentless being chased by the experiment gone wrong. All while the timer ticks.

Why similar: Hidden Object 37.4%, PvE 22.9%, Female Protagonist 14%, First-Person 7.6%, 3D 5.7%

Quick runs, endless challenges. Noon Stone is a tactical adventure with RPG elements blending procedural exploration, strategic upgrades, and dice-driven combat.

Why similar: CRPG 45.4%, Perma Death 31.4%, Roguelite 20.2%, Casual 3%

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: CRPG 42.8%, Perma Death 30%, Roguelite 19.1%, Horror 8.2%

Black Runes is a horror game with first-person puzzle elements, in which you have to play as a person caught in a hopeless situation, shrouded in magic.

Why similar: Hidden Object 43.7%, PvE 23.5%, Linear 11.2%, First-Person 9.5%, Action 6.3%

You are brought to another dimension, to help a weak faction fight their aggressive enemy. You will need to upgrade your arsenal and abilities, to take on this task and become victorious.

Why similar: Roguelite 43.5%, PvE 32.3%, First-Person 14.1%, Action 9.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%