Games Like Yuppie Psycho: Executive Edition

Pixel adventure inspired by classics like Zelda and Silent Hill.

Why similar: Stealth 11.3%, Gore 10.8%, Dark Humor 10%, Survival Horror 9.5%, Psychological Horror 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game shares the exact blend of puzzle-solving, exploration, and unsettling pixel-art horror.

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 31.4%, Puzzle 17.2%, Horror 15.3%, Gore 14.4%, Story Rich 13.2%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, puzzle-heavy psychological horror game that captures the same sense of unease and dark, imaginative storytelling.

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 13.6%, Horror 11.8%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Puzzle 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic exploration-based psychological horror game that relies on atmosphere and puzzle-solving rather than jump scares.

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 21.1%, Dark Humor 20.2%, Choices Matter 14.6%, Horror 12.3%, Story Rich 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar dark, whimsical narrative style that explores heavy psychological themes through a unique, stylized lens.

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 18.8%, Horror 16.2%, Anime 12.5%, Survival Horror 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric pixel-horror game that emphasizes narrative discovery and puzzle-solving within a confined, dangerous environment.

DISTRAINT is a 2D psychological horror adventure game for PC. In order to secure a partnership in a famous company, Price seizes the property of an elderly woman. In that very moment, he finds out the price of his humanity.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 26.7%, Horror 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Story Rich 8.3%, Puzzle 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror game that focuses on 2D exploration and a heavy, oppressive narrative atmosphere.

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: Horror 31.2%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Survival Horror 7.7%, Puzzle 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential puzzle-driven horror experience that rewards careful exploration and attention to detail.

An unsettling adventure following a boy with a prosthetic face. After a string of mysterious murders, Sal and his three friends discover something truly sinister casting shadows over their small town.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.3%, Dark Humor 18.7%, Horror 15.6%, Puzzle 15%, Story Rich 14.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, narrative-driven episodic horror game that excels in building a disturbing atmosphere through its unique art style.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.1%, Story Rich 15.1%, Multiple Endings 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Horror 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Deeply psychological and narrative-focused, this game uses a vibrant pixel-art style to mask and explore profound, dark themes.

You are Price, a man who sold his humanity to get a partnership from a leading company: McDade, Bruton & Moore. DISTRAINT 2 follows on from the events of the first game. It's a sinister tale about restoring hope and finding your purpose.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 22.9%, Dark Humor 17.9%, Horror 16.7%, Story Rich 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation that refines the psychological horror and narrative-driven puzzle mechanics of its predecessor.

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: Story Rich 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Puzzle 13.3%, Choices Matter 12.5%, Multiple Endings 12%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative puzzle game that breaks the fourth wall and creates a deep emotional connection through its unique mechanics.

Explore the haunted halls of Heavenly Host Elementary in Corpse Party (2021), the horror cult classic now updated for the next generation.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 17.1%, Horror 15.2%, Multiple Endings 11.9%, Choices Matter 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-style school horror game that features multiple endings and high-stakes decision-making.

You are Youngho, a Korean high school student trapped and relentlessly pursued by a psychotic killer in the hellish corridors of Sehwa High. Run, hide, explore, and survive while piecing together the mystery The Coma in this remastered version of the Korean cult classic.

Why similar: Horror 21%, Anime 17.7%, Survival Horror 16%, Psychological Horror 14%, Multiple Endings 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A survival horror game set in a school that requires stealth and careful exploration to survive a relentless pursuer.

"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: Psychological Horror 16.7%, Survival Horror 14%, Puzzle 13.7%, Horror 13.6%, Anime 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused puzzle horror game that emphasizes character-driven storytelling and atmospheric tension.

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 27.1%, Anime 15.7%, Dark Humor 14.9%, Multiple Endings 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-commentary on modern digital life that uses psychological horror to explore the pressures of internet fame.

The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters is a Korean survival horror-adventure. Venture from your deserted school to survive the horrors of the night. Explore the surrounding Sehwa district and uncover the shadow realm's dark secrets. Use everything at your disposal to avoid a demoness hellbent on killing you!

Why similar: Horror 25.8%, Survival Horror 22.5%, Psychological Horror 9.3%, Anime 9.2%, Gore 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Refines the survival horror mechanics of the first game with improved visuals and a more expansive, terrifying environment.

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 37.1%, Multiple Endings 13%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Story Rich 10.3%, Horror 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An intense, short-form psychological exploration that uses a distinct art style to depict mental health struggles.

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: Horror 22.2%, Survival Horror 22.2%, Psychological Horror 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Anime 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cosmic horror game with a distinct, retro-inspired aesthetic that emphasizes menu-driven exploration and dread.

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 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Anime 10.2%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Puzzle 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric pixel-art horror game that emphasizes exploration and puzzle-solving in a strange, otherworldly setting.

Explore a school plagued by unnatural phenomena in this horror-adventure game revolving around the missing girl Misao. Improving upon 2017's "Definitive Edition" with refreshed graphics and support for HD resolutions, you can now experience the terror in a new form.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.8%, Horror 12.8%, Puzzle 12.6%, Survival Horror 12.5%, Anime 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A school-based mystery horror game that relies on puzzle-solving and exploration to uncover a dark history.

The little she had was taken away, but Lorelai refuses to give up, she will fight. And not even death will stop her from getting it all back...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.7%, Horror 19.5%, Puzzle 17.8%, Story Rich 11.8%, Exploration 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mature psychological narrative that explores trauma through a grim and surreal lens.

Exploration, puzzles and a touch of classic horror awaits you! Uncover the secrets and mysteries of Neuville's Mansion. Test your logic against diverse puzzles, locate and use a variety of items, and don't lose your sense of direction, as navigation itself becomes an obstacle in your path!

Why similar: Horror 14.1%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Survival Horror 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Anime 10%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused horror game that uses a top-down perspective and puzzle elements to build tension.

Tiny Bunny is a non-linear horror visual novel. Those, who have heard the voice of the forest, are beyond help.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20%, Horror 18.5%, Gore 16%, Choices Matter 13.4%, Story Rich 13%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric visual novel horror game that excels in building a sense of dread through its narrative and art.

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 27.4%, Story Rich 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, Puzzle 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative, genre-bending mystery that uses different gameplay styles to tell a cohesive, dark story.

There is nothing Joe wouldn't do for his wife. But as they try to save their marriage with a romantic getaway, things go from bad to worse, and from worse... to insanity...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 31.2%, Horror 18.9%, Story Rich 15.7%, Gore 10.7%, Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A disturbing, surreal psychological horror experience that focuses on themes of guilt and madness.

The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. She has no family, no friends and no hope for a better future. One day she discovers that five strangers will come along and change everything...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.6%, Horror 24.9%, Story Rich 16.4%, Puzzle 11.6%, Exploration 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, psychological horror game known for its unique art style and deeply unsettling, mature storytelling.

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 23.8%, Puzzle 14.7%, Anime 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Top-Down 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, puzzle-heavy horror adventure that focuses on identity and memory in a dreamlike world.

A little boy falls asleep to a horrible nightmare. Can you make him happy again?

Why similar: Horror 35.1%, Gore 22.2%, Cute 18.5%, Story Rich 8.4%, 2D 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and deeply disturbing psychological horror game that uses a deceptive, colorful art style to mask its true nature.

You are wetware, working a mysterious job.

Why similar: Dark Humor 23.6%, Psychological Horror 19.4%, Horror 14%, Puzzle 13%, Exploration 9.4%

It's Sara's first day of work. However, when she takes the elevator to go to the office, she suddenly finds herself on a mysterious floor. What truth lies behind these weird rooms? Will you be able to move on? Or rather... will you want to move on?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.5%, Anime 16.4%, Story Rich 11.9%, Multiple Endings 11.6%, Choices Matter 11.5%

Detention is an atmospheric horror game set in 1960s Taiwan under martial law. Incorporated religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology, the game provided players with unique graphics and gaming experience.

Why similar: Horror 25.6%, Psychological Horror 22.8%, Puzzle 14.4%, Story Rich 10.3%, Gore 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, story-rich horror game that blends historical context with supernatural psychological elements.

Join forces with the psychic Director of the Urban Myth Dissolution Center and solve a variety of cases involving cursed relics, rental properties with shady histories, and dimensional anomalies. Monstrous oddities and otherworldly planes abound in this occult mystery adventure game!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Horror 12.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, Exploration 11.2%

You bought a PC that belonged to a suicidal developer, do you dare to run "Game.exe"?

Why similar: Survival Horror 26.8%, Psychological Horror 25.8%, Story Rich 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Exploration 10.9%

Sort forms, get to know your mysterious new collegues & unravel mysteries they're trying to cover up as you step in to replace the previous RH at this mysterious pharmaceutical company.

Why similar: Dark Humor 26.5%, Psychological Horror 25.9%, Horror 12.6%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Choices Matter 9.4%

Psychroma is a psychological horror side-scroller set in a haunted cyberpunk house. Collect cards and explore the memories stored on them to piece together your past. But the deeper you go, the more you expose yourself to the brightest heat, the warmest color...

Why similar: Cyberpunk 33%, Psychological Horror 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Story Rich 11.2%, Exploration 8.3%

"ELEVATOR: AVICI" is a 1st-person psychological horror with a retro, HK lo-fi aesthetic. Trapped in a decaying apartment elevator, your only link to the outside is a strange voice on the intercom claiming to be a repairman. Will you follow his commands, or find your own escape from the darkness?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 28.9%, Horror 20%, Puzzle 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Gore 9.9%

A long-form, choice-driven psychological horror and depression game in which the protagonist’s ending changes based on the choices made by “you,” the voice he hears in his head.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.9%, Horror 17.8%, Gore 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Story Rich 11.3%

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 16.4%, Horror 13.4%, Multiple Endings 12.9%, Survival Horror 11.8%, Anime 10.1%

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: Horror 20.7%, Gore 16.3%, Psychological Horror 14.3%, Anime 14%, Multiple Endings 6.9%

A short pixel psychological survival horror and gruelling story told with no words.

Why similar: Dark Humor 19.6%, Stealth 14.6%, Psychological Horror 14.5%, Horror 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Spot anomalies and uncover hidden clues to escape an office where overwork turns strange and experiments happen more often than coffee breaks.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.4%, Multiple Endings 19.8%, Horror 19%, Exploration 12.8%, Survival Horror 11.3%

First Person Psychological Horror. Addicted to virtual ecstasy, trapped in digital hell. Navigate glitchy dreamscapes and a city that never sleeps. Every mission brings you closer to your next dose, but will you follow your protective AI, or the man behind a liberating new drug?

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.6%, Gore 19.5%, Cyberpunk 18.4%, Horror 14.9%, Story Rich 10.6%

While trying to find a payphone during a powerful storm, Mitch instead finds himself in a library filled with horrors and traps all laid out to end his life. Guide him to sanctuary or his demise in this horror adventure game found on a strange cartridge.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 15.4%, Multiple Endings 12.6%, Horror 11.4%, Survival Horror 11.2%, Puzzle 10.1%

A survival horror puzzle game about exploring an abandoned children's toy, stalked by the shambling husks of scrapped concepts that pursue you endlessly throughout the environment as you try to solve the cryptic puzzles left behind by the developers and keep your pet alive.

Why similar: Survival Horror 16.5%, Psychological Horror 16.3%, Horror 12.5%, Puzzle 11.9%, Top-Down 9%

Legend tells of a door deep below Tokyo's sewers. All who enter are lost forever. Detective Ito's partner is missing. Explore Tokyo & uncover the darkness that lays beneath the streets in this Point & Click - meets Visual Novel - narrative adventure that questions the very core of Ito's sanity.

Why similar: Anime 20.2%, Psychological Horror 19.3%, Horror 17.3%, Choices Matter 10.7%, Gore 10.3%

Lamentum is a pixel art survival horror game, set in New England in the mid-nineteenth century.

Why similar: Gore 16%, Survival Horror 14.9%, Psychological Horror 10.7%, Horror 8.8%, Multiple Endings 8.4%

Vlad Circus: Descend into Madness puts your sanity to the test, challenging you to escape a labyrinth of nightmares and torment. Test your mind against a slow burn of puzzles, light survival mechanics, and methodical action.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 20.2%, Puzzle 13.7%, Horror 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Dark Humor 11.1%

You're working overtime again in your dead-end job, whilst your boss is on vacation. However, strange things are happening throughout the office. Complete your daily work tasks, explore your office, report any anomalies you may find, and you may just find yourself getting a promotion...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 28.9%, Choices Matter 14.3%, Exploration 13%, Horror 12.9%, Puzzle 11.9%

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: Psychological Horror 18.9%, Multiple Endings 15.9%, Puzzle 14.9%, Horror 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%

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: Psychological Horror 39.6%, Horror 23.8%, Anime 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Story Rich 6.6%

How far would you go to bring someone back from the dead? Discover the depths that some will go to in this horror-adventure game.

Why similar: Horror 25.1%, Anime 24.4%, Multiple Endings 23.6%, Story Rich 15.5%, Adventure 8.3%

Join Julian and his friends in this psychological horror experience inspired by point-n-click computer games from the early 2000s. Witness many shenanigans with characters from the infamous 98xx.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 31.1%, Horror 29.8%, 2D 12.2%, Multiple Endings 11.2%, Story Rich 5.3%

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

Why similar: Multiple Endings 20.9%, Psychological Horror 20.6%, Anime 16.2%, Horror 13.6%, Story Rich 10.7%

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: Gore 18%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Multiple Endings 14.1%, Horror 13.3%, Choices Matter 12.9%

Catherine: a tale of love, betrayal, and the terror of commitment. Experience the mature action-adventure-puzzle game unlike any other from the makers of the Persona series, now enhanced for PC in all its Classic glory. Is love over? Climb to the top or die trying.

Why similar: Anime 17.8%, Puzzle 15.8%, Multiple Endings 13.5%, Choices Matter 13.4%, Story Rich 11.2%

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

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.5%, Horror 16.3%, Multiple Endings 15.3%, Puzzle 14.7%, Choices Matter 13.1%

A PSX Inspired horror game where you must work and cook at a shop late at night and the horrors that comes with it.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29%, Horror 27.9%, Multiple Endings 22.6%, Choices Matter 11.6%, Adventure 6.4%

"DEAD DREAMS" is a 2D psychological horror game focused on puzzle-solving and atmosphere with a complex non-linear story in which every element has a meaning...

Why similar: Gore 15.1%, Psychological Horror 13.1%, Horror 12%, Puzzle 11.7%, Multiple Endings 11.3%

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: Dark Humor 28.5%, Psychological Horror 17%, Choices Matter 12.7%, Horror 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Burnhouse Lane tells a story of Angie Weather, a one foot in the grave agency nurse attempting to complete five impossible tasks in order to win her life back. Solve puzzles, make friends and enemies, run, hide and fight in this dark adventure that'll take you on a trip to another world and back...

Why similar: Dark Humor 22.8%, Puzzle 13.7%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Choices Matter 13.4%, Horror 10.9%