Games like A Light in the Dark

A visual novel with interactive item examination and multiple endings. It's a story-driven game about two contrasting characters overcoming prejudice.

93% positive from 1,729 · 2018 · 34% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · Lowest ever $5.99 (2021-12-13)

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Six games like A Light in the Dark

CHAOS;CHILD

93% positive from 3,964 reviews201925% finish itDeck Playable

This is a dark, supernatural visual novel where players investigate serial murders by choosing delusions to alter reality and unlock multiple endings. It features a mystery-driven narrative with character interactions and branching paths.

What players likedPlayers praise Chaos;Child as a masterpiece and the best Sci;Adv game, surpassing its predecessor Chaos;Head in story, characters, and emotional impact.

The catchThe true ending feels disappointing and inconclusive

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Visual Novel.

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The House in Fata Morgana: A Requiem for Innocence

96% positive from 1,776 reviews2018Deck Verified

Visual novel with a tragic, historical narrative. Players experience a millennium of sorrow through multiple perspectives.

What players likedPlayers praise the game's ability to create a deeply compelling character from someone seemingly unforgivable.

The catchMuch of the story frames a grown man's infatuation with a young child as romantic.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Visual Novel.

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DOKA 2 KISHKI EDITION

84% positive from 3,628 reviews20184% finish it

This is a survival horror game with a core loop of killing zombies or people in creative ways. It features a sandbox element for creating areas and a unique gut-pulling mechanic.

What players likedPlayers praise this masterpiece for its enjoyable gameplay, even on low-end PCs.

The catchThe English option is half done, with much of the text staying in Russian.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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STANDBOX

91% positive from 2,964 reviews2023Deck Playable

A physics sandbox where players experiment with ragdoll simulation, causing injury and observing recovery. It's a compact, experimental playground focused on systemic interactions.

What players likedPlayers praise the gore and physics, comparing it to games like Gorebox and People Playground, and desire a community workshop.

The catchContent runs dry within hours and the developers stopped updating it long ago.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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Akane

95% positive from 2,876 reviews20185% finish itDeck Verified

Akane is a one-hit-kill arena arcade slasher focused on high-score chasing. Players fight waves of diverse enemies with various unlockable gear and powerful samurai skills.

The catchRuns out of new content fast, with the whole game seen in about half an hour.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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Rage Wars

90% positive from 2,166 reviews201610% finish it

Rage Wars is a 2D shooter with a story mode and zombie arena. Players use a rage mechanic and collect potatoes to unlock weapons.

What players likedPlayers praise this surprisingly entertaining, braindead 2D side-scroller for its simple left-right-jump gameplay and Rage Comic aesthetic.

The catchThe gameplay is a single monotonous loop with barely any story or variety.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Casual.

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More about A Light in the Dark

What players liked

Players praise its narrative depth and character development, reminiscent of a visual novel with a unique kidnapping premise.

The catch

Preachy, repetitive social messaging dominates the writing

Reviews: 93% positive from 1,729
Released: 2018
Finish it: 34% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: Lowest ever $5.99 (2021-12-13)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 93% positive, but with 1,729 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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