Games like Candlelight
by 正方形劳伦斯, Lawsquare133
Ed broke the curfew to visit his friends in order to find out the truth of his granddaughter's disappearance, but the truth was far more terrible than he thought.
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$3.99Typing Ritual
Mar 6 · Fridiculous
Both: Lovecraftian · Interactive Fiction
Typing Ritual is a first-person psychological horror game where players perform a summoning ritual by typing ancient texts. As the ritual progresses, the environment changes, and tension builds. Mistakes have consequences, and time is limited.
Text-BasedLovecraftianPsychological HorrorStory RichTypingNoirInteractive FictionWord GameStylizedMystery
-75%$4.99Forgive Me Father
Apr 7 · Byte Barrel
Both: Lovecraftian
Forgive Me Father is a dark retro horror FPS set in a comic book style world inspired by the novels of H.P. Lovecraft. As the only one left with full senses, you begin a journey in search of answers and relief. How long can you last?
FPSLovecraftianBoomer ShooterActionShooterRetroFirst-PersonIndieStylized3D👍 3,709
$9.99Dread X Collection 2
Aug 21 · DreadXP, David Szymanski, Torple Dook, Lovely Hellplace, Scythe Dev Team, Secret Cow Level, panstasz, Mahelyk, Daniel Mullins Games, Wither Studios, Akabaka, Vidas Salavejus, Wayward Preacher, John Szymanski, Bathysfear Labs, Abbey 'Scruncho' Smith
Both: Lovecraftian · Puzzle
Explore 12 horror games made in 10 days connected by a meta narrative experience you didn't expect. Step into a world of darkness and discover the secrets you didn't know were right beneath the surface. Find the tapes and unlock the mystery inside the Dread X Collection 2.
HorrorLovecraftianPsychological HorrorSurvival HorrorAtmosphericSingleplayerPuzzleFirst-PersonStory RichAction👍 573
$6.99No one lives under the lighthouse Director's cut
Apr 21 · Marevo Collective
Both: Lovecraftian
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.
IndieHorrorAdventureLovecraftianAtmosphericPsychological HorrorRetroDarkMysteryFirst-Person👍 2,338
$6.99SCP: Descent
Mar 20 · Pixel Drip Games
Both: Puzzle · Lovecraftian · 1980s
Inspired by SCP-087, step into the shoes of an unfortunate student long before the stairwell became legend. Follow the clues left by those who came before, your only choice is to descend.
HorrorPuzzleLovecraftian1980sAtmospheric3DActionFirst-PersonRealisticConspiracy👍 105
$4.99This Book Is A Dungeon
Oct 9 · Nathan Meunier
Both: Interactive Fiction · Lovecraftian
Auto-cannibalism. Demonic Seduction. Occult Rituals. Bloodfeasting Worms. This dark, horrific Twine-based dungeon crawler pairs edgy interactive fiction with grisly pixel art and light RPG elements. Navigate this sprawling narrative-driven labyrinth bristling with otherworldly doom.
IndieAdventureInteractive FictionHorrorDungeon CrawlerChoose Your Own AdventureLovecraftianText-BasedRPGPixel Graphics👍 193
$4.99Gnosis
Mar 15 · So Ro
Both: Interactive Fiction · Gothic
A dark atmospheric test that asks you to see things in new ways, including the experience of playing itself. In this love letter to flash horror, explore 60 ending permutations and reactivity to your answers, as the game not only allows but implores you to play and break it how you see fit.
Interactive FictionPoint & ClickGothicChoose Your Own AdventureAtmosphericHand-drawnMinimalistMysteryStylizedText-Based
$19.99Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
Apr 10 · Shockwork Games
Both: Lovecraftian · Gothic
Alder's Blood is a tactical strategy game with stealth-based combat, RPG elements, crafting, resources gathering, and management, exploration, and a rich storyline. Set in a grim world, where mankind killed their God and is facing extinction.
RPGTurn-Based TacticsDark FantasyLovecraftianStory RichStealthStrategyHorrorGothicIndie👍 209
$9.99Impostor Factory
Sep 30 · Freebird Games
A bonkers time-loop tragicomedy murder mystery thriller featuring multiple casualties and a suspicious cat, from the creator of To the Moon & Finding Paradise.
Story RichEmotionalPixel GraphicsAdventure2DRPGSingleplayerTop-DownAtmosphericPsychological Horror👍 11,971
-75%$0.74Cthulhu Saves the World
Jul 13 · Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Both: Lovecraftian
The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!
JRPGLovecraftianComedyRPGIndieRetroTurn-BasedFantasyFunnySingleplayer👍 3,001
$4.99Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness
Jul 11 · Cryo Interactive
Both: Lovecraftian · Puzzle
In this thrilling point-and-click adventure based on the works of H.P Lovecraft, you’ll traverse the haunting world of Gothic New England, solving puzzles and acquiring information to help Stanton solve the mystery of the Necronomicon.
AdventureLovecraftianPoint & ClickCasualHorrorFirst-PersonAtmosphericStory RichPuzzleExploration👍 167
$4.99Journey to Incrementalia
Oct 23 · Adam Travers
Both: Incremental
Journey to Incrementalia is an active incremental auto-battler about a necromancer on a short quest. Cast diabolical spells, summon an army and open the gates of hell on your quest to break down 99 walls and reach the lost city of Incrementalia.
IncrementalAuto BattlerStrategyIdlerRPGDark FantasyRetro2DHack and SlashLinear👍 895
$0.99The Lost Souls
Apr 11 · GDNomaD
Both: Gothic · Puzzle
What does it feel like to find yourself in hell? You don't feel the wind, you don't see the sun. No more hearing child's laughter. No memory of those who once were your friends and family.
IndieHorrorFirst-PersonGothicStory RichPuzzleShortWalking SimulatorExploration3D👍 203
$2.99Realms of the Haunting
Apr 24 · Gremlin Interactive
Both: 1990's
Forged in the Beginning and protected by the Seven Seals, there lies a place where thought and creation intertwine. The center for all realms of existence, it is the balancing force between good and evil, man and spirit. A focal point for all energies, and the one element that has kept the consuming nature of darkness at bay... Until now.
ActionHorrorFMVFirst-PersonFPSAdventureRetroClassicPoint & Click1990's👍 188
$9.99Sucker for Love: First Date
Jan 20 · Akabaka
Both: Lovecraftian
Put the 'love' in 'Lovecraftian horror'! Perform terrifying rituals to win the affections of eldritch horrors and smooch 'em... at any cost!
AnimeRomanceStory RichLovecraftianHorrorCuteDating SimPsychological HorrorComedyVisual Novel👍 2,685
$0.99Loot Box Quest
Dec 13 · Going Loud Studios
Both: Incremental
The spiritual successor to DLC Quest! Earn that sense of pride and accomplishment in the way that only repetitive clicking can deliver. It's a clicker game, so chill out, have a few chuckles, and watch numbers get bigger while the industry burns around us all.
CasualIncrementalSatireFunnyIndieDark ComedyMemesSingleplayerIdlerLoot👍 470

