Games Like The Shore

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: Lovecraftian 37.3%, Horror 14.6%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, Exploration 7.3%, First-Person 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in underwater psychological horror that explores existential themes similar to the narrative depth of The Shore.

1924. Private Investigator Pierce is sent to look into the tragic death of the Hawkins family. Plunge into a world of creeping madness and cosmic horror. Cryptic clues, shadowy figures, and pure terror bar your way as you fight to retain your sanity and solve an otherworldly mystery.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 58.7%, Horror 12.6%, Psychological Horror 10.5%, Narration 5.7%, First-Person 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a deep, narrative-driven investigation into Lovecraftian lore that mirrors the mystery-solving elements of The Shore.

Powered by Unreal Engine 5, The Sinking City Remastered brings the eerie, atmospheric world of Oakmont back to life with enhanced gameplay and fully relit environments, perfect for both newcomers and returning players.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40.9%, Horror 10.9%, Narration 10.4%, Psychological Horror 9.5%, Exploration 7%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that perfectly captures the oppressive, water-logged atmosphere and cosmic dread found in Lovecraftian fiction.

1975. Disaster strikes the Beira D oil rig off the coast of Scotland. Navigate the collapsing rig to save your crew from an otherworldly horror on the edge of all logic and reality in this 3x BAFTA Games Award-winning narrative horror experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 38.3%, Underwater 17.3% ★, Horror 12.4%, Psychological Horror 11.3%, First-Person 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Set on an isolated oil rig, this game provides the same claustrophobic, atmospheric horror and sense of helplessness found in The Shore.

Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth is a first-person horror game that combines intense action and adventure elements.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 62.1%, Horror 17.4%, FPS 7.6%, First-Person 5.9%, Atmospheric 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic first-person experience that balances intense action sequences with the creeping madness of the Cthulhu Mythos.

Conarium is a chilling Lovecraftian game, which follows a gripping story involving four scientists and their endeavor to challenge what we normally consider to be the ‘absolute’ limits of nature. Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft’s novella "At the Mountains of Madness", but largely set after the original story.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 62.9%, Horror 13.9%, Psychological Horror 9.1%, First-Person 6.4%, Story Rich 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the exploration of Lovecraftian environments and puzzle-solving, making it a direct thematic sibling to The Shore.

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: Lovecraftian 48.1%, Horror 13.4%, Psychological Horror 10.5%, Exploration 8.4%, Realistic 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short but highly atmospheric Lovecraftian exploration game that emphasizes environmental storytelling and cosmic dread.

DREDGE is a single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your boat, and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets. Explore a mysterious archipelago and discover why some things are best left forgotten.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 55.6%, Exploration 13.7%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Horror 11.5%, Atmospheric 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique take on underwater exploration that slowly introduces Lovecraftian horror elements as players venture into deeper, more dangerous waters.

Moons of Madness is a first-person, story-driven cosmic horror game where the scientific exploration of Mars meets the supernatural dread of Lovecraft.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 52.4%, Horror 17.2%, Psychological Horror 9.5%, First-Person 6.9%, Exploration 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This sci-fi horror game effectively combines Lovecraftian themes with a desolate, alien setting that forces players to question their reality.

Amnesia: The Bunker is a first-person horror game set in a WW1 bunker. A relentless, AI-driven monster stalks you. Survival depends on finding tools, crafting items, and keeping the lights on.

Why similar: FPS 19.8%, Horror 18.6%, Psychological Horror 15.3%, First-Person 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers an intense first-person survival experience where resource management and environmental awareness are key to avoiding an unstoppable threat.

A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40%, Horror 12%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, First-Person 8.1%, Exploration 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich first-person horror game that excels at building tension through environmental puzzles and psychological trauma.

The Land of Pain is a Lovecraftian horror adventure. After something strange appears in the woods, you'll have to learn how to survive as you fend off a dark and disturbing evil. Flee from an unrelenting enemy, solve puzzles, and unravel the ancient mystery that's befallen this land.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 45.1%, Horror 13.5%, Psychological Horror 11.5%, Exploration 8.5%, First-Person 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A slow-burn, first-person exploration game that relies on atmosphere and a sense of isolation to build its Lovecraftian narrative.

Dive into a hostile world that challenges your very existence, in this survival horror game with RPG elements. Unravel a thousand-year-old mystery, risk your sanity and face the Outer Gods with your skills. Every bullet and every decision counts now, are you up to the task?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40.4%, FPS 13.4%, Horror 11.3%, Psychological Horror 10.8%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-horror experience that leans heavily into the dark, oppressive atmosphere of Lovecraftian mythology.

Survival, horror at the sunless depths of the Pacific Ocean: Stranded on the seafloor with low light and few tools, an industrial diver takes desperate steps to surface before his oxygen — and sanity — give out.

Why similar: Underwater 42.9% ★, Horror 23%, Psychological Horror 16.9%, First-Person 11.6%, Atmospheric 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A survival horror game set in the crushing depths of the ocean, focusing on the psychological toll of isolation and limited resources.

H.P. Lovecraft meets Cyberpunk. Delve deep into a dystopian world and investigate what is happening to you and your friends in a domed city. Solve puzzles, hack systems and plug in to explore other dimensions. Discover a truth that might tear apart your sanity and question your very existence.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 53.5%, Psychological Horror 13.4%, Horror 10%, First-Person 6.6%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fascinating blend of cyberpunk and Lovecraftian horror that features surreal environments and psychological tension.

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: Lovecraftian 48.6%, Horror 19.1%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, First-Person 6.3%, Exploration 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: An indie horror title that uses a retro aesthetic to deliver a potent, Lovecraftian-inspired story about isolation and madness.

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: Horror 23.2%, Psychological Horror 17.6%, Narration 17.3%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, First-Person 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that uses surreal, shifting environments to mirror the protagonist's descent into madness.

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: Lovecraftian 48.9%, Psychological Horror 16.1%, Horror 13.2%, Story Rich 7%, First-Person 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game with strong religious and surreal themes that challenge the player's perception of reality.

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 42.7%, Psychological Horror 16.5%, First-Person 13.1%, Story Rich 7.4%, Exploration 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person thriller that blends historical mystery with modern-day horror, offering a diverse range of gameplay mechanics.

When reality is a nightmare, nightmares become real. In this psychological horror game, you fight the terrifying creatures invading your mind. Can you save your sanity?

Why similar: Horror 27.8%, Psychological Horror 24.2%, First-Person 15.4%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person psychological horror game that explores the trauma of war through surreal, monster-filled environments.

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: Lovecraftian 43.6%, Horror 9.1%, Psychological Horror 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.9%, Exploration 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person horror game that focuses on exploration and uncovering the dark secrets of a cursed town.

Face unspeakable horrors. Succumb to madness. Welcome to a free daemonic narrative experience inspired by H. P. Lovecraft.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 49.5%, Horror 15%, Narration 9.4%, Psychological Horror 8.6%, First-Person 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful, narrative-focused adaptation of Lovecraft's work that serves as a perfect companion for fans of the genre.

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 41.9%, Psychological Horror 30.1%, First-Person 9.6%, Realistic 5.3%, Exploration 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply unsettling psychological horror game that prioritizes atmosphere and the feeling of being hunted in a shifting, haunted environment.

Scorn is an atmospheric first-person horror adventure game set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 37%, Horror 20.4%, Psychological Horror 11%, First-Person 9.4%, FPS 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, grotesque, and atmospheric first-person horror game that focuses on environmental storytelling and puzzle-solving.

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: Horror 22.7%, Psychological Horror 22.2%, First-Person 13%, Exploration 12.2%, Story Rich 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game utilizes constant environmental changes to create a disorienting, psychological horror experience that feels very similar to the surreal nature of The Shore.

Penumbra: Overture is a first person survival horror game, emphasizing on survival and problem solving instead of mindless violence and gore.

Why similar: Horror 31.6%, Lovecraftian 29.4%, Psychological Horror 13.3%, First-Person 10.7%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational first-person horror game that emphasizes physics-based puzzles and a sense of vulnerability against unknown forces.

As captain of the Pandora sub, you must explore the Trench and retrieve data from the Neptune wreckage. But beware - the trench is home to unimaginable horrors that will test your courage. Can you survive the terrors of the deep and complete your mission, or will you become the next victim?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 36.9%, Underwater 25.5% ★, Narration 11.9%, Horror 11.7%, Realistic 6%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated underwater survival-horror game that captures the fear of the unknown lurking in the deep sea.

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40.2%, Narration 11.2%, Horror 10.7%, Psychological Horror 9.3%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title successfully merges classic detective gameplay with the cosmic horror of the Cthulhu Mythos.

Necrophosis is a first-person horror adventure, plunging you into a nightmarish realm teeming with grotesque forms and ominous visuals. Delve into eerie landscapes and uncover secrets in this atmospheric journey through the macabre.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 45.3%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Horror 11.4%, Narration 8.8%, Exploration 7.1%

Prepare to question what is reality, and what is insanity in one of the scariest psychological horrors in years. The tenants are going missing, screams echo and blood seeps through the walls of Clover Hill.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 32.1%, FPS 13.3%, Horror 11.5%, Psychological Horror 9.8%, Exploration 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-horror game that mixes first-person shooting with psychological elements and exploration in a dark, mysterious setting.

NEDRA is a story-driven, atmospheric action-adventure blending survival horror with cosmic terror. Set in a Soviet-era Antarctic station, all the explorers have vanished without a trace, leaving you to uncover the chilling truth.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 33.8%, FPS 12.6%, Horror 10%, Psychological Horror 8.8%, Exploration 6.4%

Hell Dive is a first-person horror game where you are a Maritime Operative alone aboard a submarine. Sent on a mission to revive an abandoned deep-sea colony, you uncover dark secrets as terrifying and deadly horrors await in its depths

Why similar: Lovecraftian 42.6%, Psychological Horror 12.2%, Horror 11.9%, Philosophical 8.3%, First-Person 6.6%

The Shore VR is a first-person story-driven game with an atmospheric environment and narrations. You will play the role of a man who ends up on a mysterious island. Strong elements of Lovecraftian horror, struggle to survive in an unknown world.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 27.4%, Underwater 14.4% ★, FPS 8.9%, Mythology 8.6%, Narration 7.9%

An FPS horror game set in a surreal, dark and deadly biomechanical world never seen before. Humankind is just a small part of a hostile universe. Want to survive? Discover its secrets.

Why similar: FPS 26.6%, Horror 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 12%, First-Person 11.5%, Psychological Horror 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric FPS that features a unique, surreal world filled with hostile entities and environmental hazards.

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 31.6%, Psychological Horror 18.3%, FPS 14.9%, Exploration 10%, First-Person 9.8%

Linear underwater horror game about a search dive that quickly turns into fight for survival after an encounter with hellish creature.

Why similar: Underwater 34.8% ★, Horror 14.7%, Psychological Horror 13.6%, FPS 10.3%, First-Person 8.2%

Uncover the chilling secrets beneath the Antarctic ice in this survival horror FPS. Shoot unimaginable creatures, solve cryptic puzzles, and fight for your life in the frozen wastelands.​

Why similar: Lovecraftian 38.6%, Horror 17.3%, Psychological Horror 11.8%, First-Person 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

The Echo Paradox is a first-person psychological horror game. Humanity stands on the brink of an unsettling revelation – alternate dimensions are real, but eerily without signs of life.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40.7%, Psychological Horror 15.5%, Horror 14.9%, Exploration 8%, First-Person 7.2%

The Dark Occult is a psychological driven horror game that puts players in a constant state of anxiety that crescendos into raw panic and terror. You will encounter grotesque creatures, who will take your life at any moment.Your only goal -- survive.

Why similar: Horror 51%, Psychological Horror 28%, First-Person 13.3%, Action 7.7%

A 3rd person, fixed-camera survival horror adventure. Fear the Presence, a mysterious entity you cannot fight: stay alert, hide, breathe slowly... Explore cursed places where unseen spirits and lost souls linger in a true horror story for the ages.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 42.6%, Horror 17.2%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Exploration 6.7%, Atmospheric 5.5%

Where do you run to when your demons reside within you? Decarnation is a pixel art adventure/action puzzle game with a horrific story inspired by some of the most influential films and novels in the genre. Dive into a breathtaking thriller where nightmares and dreams intertwine…

Why similar: Lovecraftian 41.1%, Horror 12.8%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Puzzle 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.5%

Dive into a world of despair in the world of Underwater. Take the role of an unknown inmate entering the a deep sea prison where mutants roam and barely any traces of human life remain. You will have to use all your ingenuity to escape and avoid becoming the meal of the hideous denizens.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 42.3%, Psychological Horror 15.9%, First-Person 10.2%, Story Rich 8.7%, Exploration 7.1%

Beneath is a Lovecraft-inspired survival FPS. Scarce ammo, merciless enemies and a sense of the unknown combine in a 10+ hour, story-driven single player campaign, built for both veteran gamers and those seeking a challenging old school experience.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 40.5%, FPS 14.9%, Horror 11.8%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

A mysterious signal. A missing crew. And the one man trying to piece it all together. As Abe Douglas, dive deep into a fully underwater metroidvania to explore massive oceanic biomes, battle monstrous bosses, and piece together a mystery that threatens not only your crew, but your own sanity.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 41.8%, Underwater 28.2% ★, Psychological Horror 9.4%, Exploration 7.7%, Action-Adventure 5.1%

The Sirena Expedition is a short PSX-style horror-platformer in which you explore a mysterious underwater facility.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 34.3%, Underwater 28.7% ★, Horror 13.1%, Narration 12.4%, Exploration 5%

Explore a post-pandemic fictional Mediterranean island and confront your fears! Immerse yourself in a seemingly abandoned city and struggle to find a precious Banydebosc red wine bottle to cure your loved ones. But be aware; your Nemesis is hunting you. Indie Jumpscares included! :D

Why similar: Horror 19.6%, Psychological Horror 18.1%, First-Person 11.6%, Exploration 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9%

SUFFER THE NIGHT is a first-person survival horror experience. Alone in a secluded cabin during a violent storm, horror illustrator Stacey Linden discovers the true meaning of fear. Explore a constantly changing world and solve puzzles; but above all: survive!

Why similar: Lovecraftian 46%, Horror 13.9%, FPS 13.4%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Psychological Horror 6.3%

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 41.2%, Psychological Horror 22.7%, First-Person 12.2%, Story Rich 6.9%, Puzzle 6.2%

Amnesia: The Dark Descent, a first person survival horror. A game about immersion, discovery and living through a nightmare. An experience that will chill you to the core.

Why similar: Horror 31.7%, Lovecraftian 31.6%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, First-Person 7.8%, Puzzle 5.4%

Narrative-driven first person horror adventure inspired by Lovecraft's short novel "The Nameless City". Explore the ruins of a city that some say they are older than humanity itself. While you delve deeper into the ancient buildings, reality and visions blend into an indistinct haze.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 54.7%, Psychological Horror 14.6%, Horror 10.6%, Puzzle 5.7%, Exploration 5.5%

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: Horror 29.6%, First-Person 24.5%, Psychological Horror 17.8%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Story Rich 13.5%

Marginalia is a first-person horror game that transports you to Kestlebrook, a secluded valley where history becomes enmeshed with a strange present. Weeks ago Eric left. Days ago you got a letter telling you to come to him. Now you're here, but precisely where is here? And better yet, when?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 38.1%, Horror 12.4%, Mythology 11.8%, Psychological Horror 11.1%, Exploration 8.9%

A single-player, third person horror action-adventure game set on a remote spiritual island retreat. To survive you must craft, fight, and escape the psychedelic horrors set loose when a spiritual ritual goes wrong and awakens a dimension of cosmic terror.

Why similar: Horror 22.5%, Psychological Horror 21.7%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Realistic 12.9%, Exploration 10.2%

As the lights go out, the embers of darkness are stoked in the sleepy town of Dormont. Confront uncomfortable horrors, keep your sanity in check and survive the night in this story-driven first-person psychological-thriller.

Why similar: Horror 21.4%, Psychological Horror 19.9%, Exploration 13%, First-Person 12.2%, Story Rich 8.6%

Set in the unforgiving lands of Alaska, Edge of Sanity is a Cthulhu-inspired, 2D survival horror game. Uncover a disturbing story while madness claws at your mind. Lead a group of survivors and explore, scavenge and survive together - against untold eldritch horrors.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 39.6%, Horror 13.2%, Narration 11.4%, Psychological Horror 10.1%, Exploration 8.2%

Stan, a professional diver in the North Sea, is struggling to overcome a life-changing loss during an extended mission underwater. Stuck in his self-imposed solitude, he starts to experience strange events and will have to make the most significant choice of his life...

Why similar: Underwater 56.4% ★, Exploration 14.9%, Narration 12.8%, Story Rich 9.2%, Atmospheric 6.6%

Enter the mind of traumatized WW1 veteran Alexander Dockter and experience the terrorizing nightmare of trying to escape a sinking ocean liner while being haunted by the most terrifying entities you’ve ever come across.

Why similar: FPS 20.6%, Horror 20.4%, Psychological Horror 17%, First-Person 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9%

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: Horror 23.3%, Psychological Horror 20.2%, Realistic 10.3%, Multiple Endings 9.5%, Exploration 8.6%

The Familiar Stranger is a 3D psychological horror game where twisted memories and nightmares blur. Uncover dark secrets while evading a relentless entity that watches from the shadows. Can you escape the horrors of the past, or will they consume you?

Why similar: Action-Adventure 22.4%, Exploration 18.9%, Horror 18.2%, Psychological Horror 15.4%, Realistic 11.7%