Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Alien: Isolation (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Alien: Isolation on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Outlast, which both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult.
- Alien: Isolation is tagged Horror, Survival Horror, Sci-fi, Aliens, Atmospheric, Stealth, First-Person, Space by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 2 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Outlast
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Horror, First-Person and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2013).
Hell is an experiment you can't survive in Outlast, a first-person survival horror game developed by veterans of some of the biggest game franchises in history. As investigative journalist Miles Upshur, explore Mount Massive Asylum and try to survive long enough to discover its terrible secret... if you dare.
Outlast at a glance Released 2013 Studio Red Barrels Player sentiment 96% positive of 138,407 Price $14.99 HorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorGoreSurvivalStealthDifficult
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Metro: Last Light
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2013).
It is the year 2034. Beneath the ruins of post-apocalyptic Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro, the remnants of mankind are besieged by deadly threats from outside – and within. Mutants stalk the catacombs beneath the desolate surface, and hunt amidst the poisoned skies above.
Metro: Last Light at a glance Released 2013 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 81,499 Price $19.99 FPSHorrorFirst-PersonShooterStealthSurvivalSurvival HorrorSci-fi
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Prey
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including Sci-fi, Space and Horror; released around the same time (2017).
In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.
Prey at a glance Released 2017 Studio Arkane Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 54,539 Price $29.99 Sci-fiSpaceHorrorFPSFirst-PersonAliensSurvival HorrorStealth
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SCP: Secret Laboratory
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Horror, First-Person and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2017).
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape.
SCP: Secret Laboratory at a glance Released 2017 Studio Northwood Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 234,020 Price Free HorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorShooterFPSSurvivalSci-fiPsychological Horror
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The Evil Within
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2014).
Developed by Shinji Mikami -- creator of the seminal Resident Evil series -- and the talented team at Tango Gameworks, The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension.
The Evil Within at a glance Released 2014 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 85% positive of 33,579 Price $19.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorGoreSurvivalStealthDifficultShooter
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
A tropical paradise seethes with hidden evil in Far Cry®, a cunningly detailed action shooter that pushes the boundaries of combat to shocking new levels. Freelance mariner Jack Carver is cursing the day he ever came to this island.
Far Cry at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 82% positive of 11,764 Price $9.99 FPSShooterFirst-PersonDifficultStealthSci-fiHorrorGreat Soundtrack
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Manhunt
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Gore, Stealth and Horror.
You awake to the sound of your own panicked breath. In Manhunt, you must run, hide and fight to survive. If you can stay alive long enough, you may find out who did this to you. This is a brutal blood sport.
Manhunt at a glance Released 2003 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 71% positive of 9,522 Price $3.49 GoreStealthHorrorPsychological HorrorSurvival HorrorGreat SoundtrackSurvivalDifficult
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Aliens vs. Predator
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including FPS, Aliens and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2010).
Survive, hunt and prey in the deadly jungles and swamps in distinctly new and thrilling first person gameplay.
Aliens vs. Predator at a glance Released 2010 Studio Rebellion Player sentiment 91% positive of 21,551 Price $1.49 FPSAliensSci-fiHorrorShooterGoreFirst-PersonStealth
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DEVOUR
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Psychological Horror.
DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game for 1-4 players. Stop possessed cultists before they drag you to hell. Run. Scream. Hide. Just don't get caught.
DEVOUR at a glance Released 2021 Studio Straight Back Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 88,093 Price $9.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorSurvivalFirst-PersonVRDifficultGore
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Dead by Daylight
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Survival; released around the same time (2016).
10 years of horror. 10 years of jump scares and close calls. 10 years of brutal sacrifices and thrilling escapes. Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil where even death is not an escape, four determined Survivors face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits.
Dead by Daylight at a glance Released 2016 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 78% positive of 931,065 Price $7.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorSurvivalGoreStealthFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorDifficult
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Half-Life: Alyx
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 11 player tags including VR, FPS and Horror.
Half-Life: Alyx is Valve’s VR return to the Half-Life series. It’s the story of an impossible fight against a vicious alien race known as the Combine, set between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2. Playing as Alyx Vance, you are humanity’s only chance for survival.
Half-Life: Alyx at a glance Released 2020 Studio Campo Santo Player sentiment 98% positive of 105,097 Price $59.99 VRFPSHorrorFemale ProtagonistShooterFirst-PersonSci-fiAliens
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F.E.A.R.
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Horror, FPS and Shooter.
Experience the original F.E.A.R. along with F.E.A.R. Extraction Point and F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate.
F.E.A.R. at a glance Released 2005 Studio Monolith Productions Player sentiment 94% positive of 19,502 Price $9.99 HorrorFPSShooterGoreFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorSci-fiGreat Soundtrack
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Metro Exodus
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including FPS, First-Person and Horror.
Flee the shattered ruins of the Moscow Metro and embark on an epic, continent-spanning journey across the post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness. Explore vast, non-linear levels, lose yourself in an immersive, sandbox survival experience, and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year in the greatest Metro adventure yet.
Metro Exodus at a glance Released 2020 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 135,440 Price $29.99 FPSFirst-PersonHorrorSurvivalShooterStealthSurvival HorrorGreat Soundtrack
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The Evil Within 2
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2017).
Detective Sebastian Castellanos has lost everything, including his daughter, Lily. To save her, he must descend into the nightmarish world of STEM. Horrifying threats emerge from every corner, and he must rely on his wits to survive. For his one chance at redemption, the only way out is in.
The Evil Within 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 92% positive of 30,959 Price $39.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorGoreStealthSurvivalShooterFirst-Person
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Hello Neighbor
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Stealth and First-Person; released around the same time (2017).
Hello Neighbor is a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor's house and figuring out what he's hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.
Hello Neighbor at a glance Released 2017 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 86% positive of 32,548 Price $29.99 HorrorStealthFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorDifficultSurvivalFPSPsychological Horror
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Dead Space
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Sci-fi and Space.
The sci-fi survival-horror classic returns, completely rebuilt to offer an even more immersive experience — including visual, audio, and gameplay improvements — while staying faithful to the original game’s thrilling vision.
Dead Space at a glance Released 2023 Studio Motive Studio Player sentiment 91% positive of 70,458 Price $59.99 HorrorSci-fiSpaceSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorShooterSurvivalAliens
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Friday the 13th: The Game
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Gore; released around the same time (2017).
Jason is back! Jason Voorhees is unleashed and stalking the grounds of Camp Crystal Lake! Take on the role as Jason Voorhees and Camp Crystal Lake counselors. This is the game you’ve been waiting for; the chance to kill or be killed on Friday the 13th!
Friday the 13th: The Game at a glance Released 2017 Studio IllFonic Player sentiment 80% positive of 76,840 Price Not listed HorrorSurvival HorrorGoreSurvivalStealthPsychological HorrorDifficult
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Five Nights at Freddy's 3
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2015).
Thirty years after Freddy Fazbear's Pizza closed it's doors, the events that took place there have become nothing more than a rumor and a childhood memory, but the owners of "Fazbear's Fright: The Horror Attraction" are determined to revive the legend and make the experience as authentic as possible for patrons, going to great l
Five Nights at Freddy's 3 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Scott Cawthon Player sentiment 90% positive of 11,334 Price $7.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorDifficultSurvivalGreat Soundtrack
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Resident Evil 7 Biohazard
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2017).
Fear and isolation seep through the walls of an abandoned southern farmhouse. "7" marks a new beginning for survival horror with the “Isolated View” of the visceral new first-person perspective.
Resident Evil 7 Biohazard at a glance Released 2017 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 95% positive of 126,252 Price $19.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonGoreVRPsychological HorrorSurvivalFPS
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Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2016).
Welcome to Circus Baby's Pizza World, where family fun and interactivity go beyond anything you've seen at those *other* pizza places! Now hiring: Late night technician. Must enjoy cramped spaces and be comfortable around active machinery. Not responsible for death or dismemberment.
Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location at a glance Released 2016 Studio Scott Cawthon Player sentiment 90% positive of 12,642 Price $7.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonDifficultSurvivalPsychological HorrorGore
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Resident Evil 7 Teaser: Beginning Hour
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Gore; released around the same time (2016).
You wake up alone on the floor of an abandoned farmhouse. Daylight is quickly fading. You must find a way out. A thrilling horror experience for the five senses. This full model change to the "Isolated View", and photorealistic graphics of RE Engine mark a new beginning for survival horror.
Resident Evil 7 Teaser: Beginning Hour at a glance Released 2016 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 89% positive of 4,839 Price Free HorrorSurvival HorrorGoreFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorSurvivalFPSShooter
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Slender: The Arrival
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2013).
Slender Man returns more terrifying than ever. You're on your own. No one to help you. No one to hear you scream. Relive the horror all over again with cutting edge visuals for the 10th Anniversary Update and experience survival horror at its finest.
Slender: The Arrival at a glance Released 2013 Studio Blue Isle Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 9,349 Price $19.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorSurvivalDifficultFemale Protagonist
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Resident Evil: Revelations
Why it matched: both survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Female Protagonist; released around the same time (2012).
Resident Evil® Revelations returns redefined for PC complete with high quality HD visuals, enhanced lighting effects and an immersive sound experience.
Resident Evil: Revelations at a glance Released 2012 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 81% positive of 18,426 Price $19.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorFemale ProtagonistSurvivalShooterGoreSci-fiGreat Soundtrack
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F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Horror, FPS and Gore.
Assume the role of Special Forces Sgt. Becket as your routine mission quickly turns into a fight for survival against the wrath of Alma Wade. As Alma's terrifying power surges out of control, your squad is forced to battle through an apocalyptic landscape in search of clues for how to destroy her!
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin at a glance Released 2009 Studio Monolith Player sentiment 85% positive of 9,496 Price $14.99 HorrorFPSGoreShooterPsychological HorrorFirst-PersonSci-fiSurvival Horror
Common questions
What game is most like Alien: Isolation?
Outlast, on the evidence we have. It both survival, horror, psychological, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Alien: Isolation" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Alien: Isolation. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.