Games like Sanitarium

Point-and-click adventure game. Solve puzzles in a dark, psychological horror setting.

93% positive from 1,341 · 2014 · 27% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $9.99 $4.99 -50% · Lowest ever $0.99 (2019-08-23)

Point & ClickAdventureHorror Psychological HorrorAtmosphericClassic

Six games like Sanitarium

Pathologic Classic HD

88% positive from 4,539 reviews20153% finish itDeck Verified

Psychological survival horror game. Players manage resources and make difficult choices in a plague-ridden town.

What players likedIt's a unique, difficult, and atmospheric Russian literature-like misery simulator with amazing music and lore.

The catchMost of the game is slowly walking across town between short, cryptic conversations.

Both are tagged Psychological Horror, Atmospheric and Adventure.

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I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream

89% positive from 3,862 reviews20132% finish itDeck Verified

This is a point-and-click adventure game where players explore character backstories and solve puzzles to outwit an insane AI. It features adult themes and a dark, psychological feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive storytelling and clever puzzles, reminiscent of classic cryptic point-and-click adventure games.

The catchObtuse puzzles and easy softlocks make a walkthrough close to mandatory.

Both are tagged Classic, Point & Click and Horror.

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Peggle Extreme

95% positive from 2,853 reviews2007Deck Playable

Peggle Extreme is a fast-paced puzzle game where players shoot a ball to clear pegs. It combines pinball and pachinko mechanics with a unique feel.

What players likedPlayers describe it as a fun, welcome Valve-themed demo for Peggle, offering enjoyable stages and challenges.

The catchIt is over in well under an hour, with only ten levels and few extras.

Both are tagged Classic and Psychological Horror.

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SIMULACRA

90% positive from 4,653 reviews201711% finish itDeck Verified

This is a mobile phone horror thriller where players piece together a missing person's story by exploring their phone. It features live-action footage and decryption puzzles for an immersive, realistic feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its interesting lore, memorable characters, and replayability through multiple endings and easter eggs, similar to horror mystery games with jumpscares.

The catchPuzzles feel unfulfilling and grow repetitive quickly

Both are tagged Psychological Horror, Point & Click and Horror.

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STASIS: BONE TOTEM

93% positive from 2,622 reviews2023Deck Verified

This is an isometric point-and-click horror adventure game. Players solve puzzles and explore an underwater base to uncover a corporate secret.

What players likedPlayers praise this atmospheric sci-fi body horror adventure for its engaging puzzles, well-written characters, and suspenseful, disturbing story.

The catchMany puzzles run on moon logic and effectively require a walkthrough to get past.

Both are tagged Psychological Horror, Point & Click and Horror.

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Smile For Me

98% positive from 1,887 reviews201940% finish itDeck Verified

A point-and-click adventure where the only replies you have are yes and no. Nod and shake your head at the 23 residents of the Habitat to fix their troubles and unmask Doctor Habit.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique art style, charming characters, and blend of whimsical, creepy, and psychedelic elements, reminiscent of Psychonauts.

The catchSplit mouse/keyboard eye and body controls feel disorienting

Both are tagged Psychological Horror, Point & Click and Adventure.

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More about Sanitarium

What players liked

Players praise its unique, unsettling atmosphere and storytelling, comparing it to games like Harvester and Phantasmagoria.

The catch

Movement is glacially slow and the clunky controls make backtracking a real chore.

Reviews: 93% positive from 1,341
Released: 2014
Finish it: 27% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $9.99 $4.99 -50% · Lowest ever $0.99 (2019-08-23)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 93% positive, but with 1,341 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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