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24 games like Bendy and the Ink Machine (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

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The short version

Closest match: Layers of Fear (2016), which both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle.
Bendy and the Ink Machine is tagged Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle, Cartoony, Survival Horror, Cartoon, Dark 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.
5 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value Bendy and the Ink Machine

The five things Steam players tag Bendy and the Ink Machine with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.

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First-Person
Singleplayer
Puzzle
Cartoony

Bendy and the Ink Machine at a glance
Reception	Very Positive on Steam (89% of 36,934)
Watch-outs	players report softlocks and broken quests, performance and stutter, lost progress or broken saves, crashes and freezes
Price	$5.99

Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.

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

1
Layers of Fear (2016)
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 10 player tags including Horror, Psychological Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2016).
A first-person psychological horror with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and storytelling. Explore an ever-shifting Victorian mansion as a painter seeking to complete his masterpiece, even at the cost of his own sanity.
Layers of Fear (2016) at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Bloober Team SA
Player sentiment 88% positive of 27,676 Price $1.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 27,676)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Psychological Horror, Atmospheric, Walking Simulator, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $1.99 — $4.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorPsychological HorrorFirst-PersonStory RichIndieDarkPuzzleGreat Soundtrack
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2
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2019).
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted is a collection of classic and original mini-games set in the Five Nights universe. Experience the horror in flat (non-VR) mode or VR. Oculus Rift and HTC Vive are supported. A VR Headset is NOT required to play.
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Steel Wool Studios
Player sentiment 96% positive of 13,118 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 13,118)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, VR, Singleplayer, Robots, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $29.99 — $24.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorDarkPuzzleStory RichIndie
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3
Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Story Rich and First-Person; released around the same time (2013).
From the creators of Amnesia: The Dark Descent and Dear Esther comes a new first-person horrorgame that will drag you to the depths of greed, power and madness. It will bury its snout into your ribs and it will eat your heart.
Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs at a glance
Released 2013 Studio The Chinese Room
Player sentiment 70% positive of 12,114 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (70% of 12,114)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Walking Simulator, Atmospheric, Story Rich, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $19.99 — $14.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorStory RichFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorMysteryIndieSurvival HorrorDark
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4
Poppy Playtime
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 10 player tags including Horror, Free to Play and Puzzle; released around the same time (2021).
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Mob Entertainment
Player sentiment 88% positive of 141,927 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 141,927)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 5 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle, Cartoony
Why players like it: Horror, Free to Play, Singleplayer, Puzzle, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorFree to PlayPuzzleFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorDarkMysteryPsychological Horror
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5
Little Nightmares
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Dark and Puzzle; released around the same time (2017).
Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.
Little Nightmares at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Tarsier Studios
Player sentiment 95% positive of 116,529 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 116,529)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Atmospheric, Adventure, Singleplayer, Puzzle-Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $19.99 — $14.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorDarkPuzzleIndieStory RichPsychological HorrorGreat SoundtrackSurvival Horror
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6
Amnesia: Rebirth
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including First-Person, Puzzle and Story Rich; released around the same time (2020).
A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.
Amnesia: Rebirth at a glance
Released 2020 Studio Frictional Games
Player sentiment 77% positive of 9,326 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 9,326)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Action-Adventure, First-Person, Puzzle, Story Rich, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $29.99 — $24.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:First-PersonPuzzleStory RichHorrorSurvival HorrorDarkPsychological HorrorMystery
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7
Cube Escape: Paradox
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Puzzle, Free to Play and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2018).
The tenth Cube Escape follows the story of detective Dale Vandermeer who finds himself trapped in two different universes and needs to escape. Cube Escape: Paradox will be released together with the accompanying Paradox: A Rusty Lake Film.
Cube Escape: Paradox at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Rusty Lake
Player sentiment 97% positive of 12,197 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 12,197)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Puzzle, Free to Play, Psychological Horror, Point & Click, Mystery — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:PuzzleFree to PlayPsychological HorrorMysteryIndieHorrorStory RichDark
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8
What Remains of Edith Finch
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Story Rich, First-Person and Mystery; released around the same time (2017).
What Remains of Edith Finch is a collection of strange tales about a family in Washington state. As Edith, you’ll explore the colossal Finch house, searching for stories as she explores her family history and tries to figure out why she's the last one in her family left alive.
What Remains of Edith Finch at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Giant Sparrow
Player sentiment 96% positive of 52,603 Price $4.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 52,603)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Story Rich, Atmospheric, Walking Simulator, First-Person, Mystery — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $4.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:Story RichFirst-PersonMysteryIndieGreat SoundtrackPsychological HorrorDarkPuzzle
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9
Pony Island
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Puzzle, Indie and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2016).
Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies.
Pony Island at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Daniel Mullins Games
Player sentiment 95% positive of 18,104 Price $4.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 18,104)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Puzzle, Indie, Psychological Horror, Pixel Graphics, Hacking — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $4.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:PuzzleIndiePsychological HorrorHorrorDarkGreat SoundtrackStory RichFunny
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10
Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Psychological Horror and Survival Horror.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent, a first person survival horror. A game about immersion, discovery and living through a nightmare. An experience that will chill you to the core.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent at a glance
Released 2010 Studio Frictional Games
Player sentiment 95% positive of 35,674 Price $1.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 35,674)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Gore, Psychological Horror, Survival Horror, Atmospheric — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $1.99 — $4.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorPsychological HorrorSurvival HorrorPuzzleFirst-PersonDarkIndieStory Rich
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11
Inside the Backrooms
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Puzzle.
Inside the Backrooms is a horror multiplayer game mixed with different mechanics that will make you spend an intense night with friends. Explore, think, interact, but be careful, it is rumored that there are several entities wishing to find you...
Inside the Backrooms at a glance
Released 2022 Studio MrFatcat
Player sentiment 80% positive of 46,767 Price $6.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (80% of 46,767)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Puzzle, Psychological Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $6.99 — $1.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorPuzzlePsychological HorrorFirst-PersonDarkMysteryStory Rich
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12
Resident Evil 7 Biohazard
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 7 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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 126,252)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Survival Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Gore — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $19.99 — $14.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorViolentPuzzleStory Rich
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13
Ultimate Custom Night
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Horror and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2018).
Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!
Ultimate Custom Night at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Scott Cawthon
Player sentiment 95% positive of 62,777 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 62,777)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Horror, Singleplayer, Survival Horror, Robots — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:Free to PlayHorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonDarkIndiePsychological HorrorStory Rich
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14
Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 12,642)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Horror, Survival Horror, Singleplayer, Robots, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $7.99 — $2.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonDarkIndieStory RichMysteryPsychological Horror
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15
Bendy and the Dark Revival
Why it matched: both survival, horror, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Horror, First-Person and Survival Horror.
Bendy and the Dark Revival® is a first-person survival horror game set in the creepiest cartoon studio to ever exist. Discover the truth. Escape the studio. Above all, fear the Ink Demon…and survive.
Bendy and the Dark Revival at a glance
Released 2022 Studio Joey Drew Studios
Player sentiment 92% positive of 16,194 Price $5.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 16,194)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 5 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle, Cartoony
Why players like it: Horror, Action, Singleplayer, First-Person, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $5.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorIndieCartoonyStory RichDarkPuzzle
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16
Return of the Obra Dinn
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Mystery, Puzzle and Story Rich; released around the same time (2018).
Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.
Return of the Obra Dinn at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Lucas Pope
Player sentiment 97% positive of 35,093 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 35,093)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Detective, Mystery, Puzzle, Story Rich, Atmospheric — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $19.99 — $14.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:MysteryPuzzleStory RichIndieGreat SoundtrackFirst-PersonViolentHorror
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17
Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including Horror, Free to Play and Cute; released around the same time (2015).
Can you survive 1000 rooms of cute terror? Or will you break once the cuteness starts to fade off and you're running for your life from the unspeakable hideous beings that shake and writhe in bowels of this house? They wait for you, they wait and hunger for meeting you.
Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion at a glance
Released 2015 Studio Lag Studios
Player sentiment 93% positive of 15,535 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (93% of 15,535)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Horror, Free to Play, Cute, First-Person, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorFree to PlayCuteFirst-PersonIndiePsychological HorrorCartoonFunny
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18
Little Nightmares II
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Puzzle and Dark; released around the same time (2021).
Little Nightmares II is the second game in a series that has thrilled and captivated millions of players worldwide since 2017. Now it’s your turn to try to survive this critically acclaimed entry in the most charming horror series ever made.
Little Nightmares II at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Tarsier Studios
Player sentiment 93% positive of 58,455 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (93% of 58,455)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Adventure, Singleplayer, Puzzle, Dark — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $29.99 — $24.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorPuzzleDarkPsychological HorrorStory RichIndieGreat SoundtrackViolent
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19
DEVOUR
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2021).
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 88,093)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 4 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Horror, Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Sexual Content — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $9.99 — $4.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorDarkFirst-PersonIndiePuzzleViolent
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Changed
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Cute, Psychological Horror and Puzzle; released around the same time (2018).
You are trapped in an experiment, trying to find ways to make you still "yourself" , persevere, and survive.
Changed at a glance
Released 2018 Studio DragonSnow
Player sentiment 86% positive of 18,545 Price $4.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 18,545)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Cute, Difficult, Sexual Content, Psychological Horror, Puzzle — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $4.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:CutePsychological HorrorPuzzleIndieStory RichGreat SoundtrackHorrorSurvival Horror
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21
Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Mystery and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2017).
A new cast of 16 characters find themselves kidnapped and imprisoned in a school. Inside, some will kill, some will die, and some will be punished. Reimagine what you thought high-stakes, fast-paced investigation was as you investigate twisted murder cases and condemn your new friends to death.
Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Spike Chunsoft
Player sentiment 83% positive of 23,187 Price $39.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 23,187)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, Singleplayer, Puzzle
Why players like it: Visual Novel, Detective, Female Protagonist, Anime, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $39.99 — $34.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:Story RichMysteryGreat SoundtrackPsychological HorrorHorrorPuzzleDarkFunny
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22
We Were Here Together
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 8 player tags including Puzzle, Story Rich and Horror; released around the same time (2019).
As we explore these frozen wastes, misfortune strikes once again. Through the fierce blizzard, a flare lights the sky, followed by a cry for help over the radio - broken, dying... No one else can come to their rescue. Can we make it back - together?
We Were Here Together at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Total Mayhem Games
Player sentiment 82% positive of 17,696 Price $4.93
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 17,696)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Puzzle
Why players like it: Puzzle, Online Co-Op, Co-op Campaign, Story Rich, Escape Room — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $4.93 — $1.06 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:PuzzleStory RichHorrorMysteryFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorDarkIndie
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23
Five Nights at Freddy's 2
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2014).
Welcome back to the new and improved Freddy Fazbear's Pizza! As always, Fazbear Entertainment is not responsible for death or dismemberment.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Scott Cawthon
Player sentiment 94% positive of 26,115 Price $7.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 26,115)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Horror, Singleplayer, Survival Horror, Robots, Psychological Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: $7.99 — $2.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:HorrorSurvival HorrorPsychological HorrorFirst-PersonIndieDarkStory RichMystery
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Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria Simulator
Why it matched: both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Horror and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2017).
Start your own Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria with Freddy Fazbear Pizzeria Simulator!
Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria Simulator at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Scott Cawthon
Player sentiment 94% positive of 33,261 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 33,261)
Matches Bendy and the Ink Machine on: 3 of 5 — Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Horror, Singleplayer, Robots, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Bendy and the Ink Machine: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Bendy and the Ink Machine:Free to PlayHorrorSurvival HorrorIndieFirst-PersonStory RichPsychological HorrorFunny
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Common questions

What game is most like Bendy and the Ink Machine?

Layers of Fear (2016), on the evidence we have. It both survival, horror, psychological, story-rich, atmospheric and puzzle. 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 Bendy and the Ink Machine" 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 Bendy and the Ink Machine. 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.

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