Games like Summer of '58

This is a first-person psychological thriller walking simulator. Explore an abandoned Soviet camp to uncover a 1958 tragedy through environmental observation.

89% positive from 4,899 · 2021 · 7% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · Lowest ever $0.98 (2024-10-28)

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Six games like Summer of '58

Father's Day

86% positive from 1,115 reviews202232% finish itDeck Playable

A psychological thriller walking simulator with realistic gameplay and a narrative told through player recordings. It focuses on three characters dealing with loss and a scientist's dark plan.

What players likedPlayers praise its complex, interesting storyline with effective jumpscares and an unexpected twist.

The catchA frustrating clown chase level stops the game dead and kills the tension.

Both are tagged Thriller, Walking Simulator and Psychological Horror.

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Adios

91% positive from 1,341 reviews202122% finish itDeck Playable

Cinematic first-person narrative game. Players make choices in a tense day with a hitman, impacting the story's outcome.

What players likedPlayers describe "Adios" as a short, emotional walking simulator or visual novel, highly praising its well-done voice acting and impactful story.

The catchBarely an hour of mostly listening to dialogue, with dull filler minigames.

Both are tagged Thriller, Walking Simulator and Atmospheric.

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Fears to Fathom - Norwood Hitchhike

87% positive from 3,235 reviews202261% finish itDeck Playable

This is an episodic psychological horror game with a VHS aesthetic. Players make choices via text messages and voice input to survive unsettling events.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive, realistic, low-poly PS1-era horror vibe, feeling like a "one quality level above" short horror.

The catchBugs and crashes are common, and sparse autosaves force long replays each time.

Both are tagged Thriller, Psychological Horror and Atmospheric.

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The Boba Teashop

95% positive from 1,052 reviews202585% finish itDeck Playable

This is a cozy horror simulation game where you manage a boba tea shop. The core loop involves preparing drinks and serving customers while experiencing unsettling events.

What players likedPlayers praise its fun, short horror experience with well-calculated jumpscares and cool VHS aesthetics.

The catchMaking drinks is shallow busywork and the story stays bland right through the ending.

Both are tagged Walking Simulator, Psychological Horror and Atmospheric.

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KARMA: The Dark World

92% positive from 4,412 reviews202550% finish itDeck Verified

This is a first-person psychological thriller where players investigate memories using advanced tech. It features a dystopian 1984 East Germany setting with a focus on espionage and betrayal.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, emotional, and thought-provoking psychological horror story, often compared to "1984," "Still Wakes The Deep," and "Observer: System Redux."

The catchThe story starts strong then collapses into a confusing ending that explains nothing.

Both are tagged Walking Simulator, Psychological Horror and Atmospheric.

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Welcome to Kowloon

81% positive from 1,910 reviews202371% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a short, first-person indie horror walking simulator with a focus on atmosphere and exploration of a mysterious, densely populated city. It features creepy characters and a sense of hidden secrets.

What players likedPlayers praise its tense atmosphere and realistic visuals, reminiscent of other horror escape games with key/item puzzles.

The catchThe horror is carried by cheap, repetitive jumpscares rather than real tension.

Both are tagged Walking Simulator, Psychological Horror and Atmospheric.

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More about Summer of '58

What players liked

Players praise its engaging story and solid jumpscares, offering a short but detailed horror experience.

The catch

Cheap jumpscares fire so often they kill any tension long before the game ends.

Reviews: 89% positive from 4,899
Released: 2021
Finish it: 7% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: Lowest ever $0.98 (2024-10-28)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 89% positive, but with 4,899 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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