Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Night in the Woods (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Night in the Woods 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: Sally Face - Episode One, which both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric.
- Night in the Woods is tagged Story Rich, Adventure, Atmospheric, Stylized, Dark Humor, Exploration, Choices Matter, Singleplayer 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.
- 1 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
- 1
Sally Face - Episode One
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Psychological Horror and Mystery; released around the same time (2016).
An unsettling adventure following a boy with a prosthetic face. After a string of mysterious murders, Sal and his three friends discover something truly sinister casting shadows over their small town.
Sally Face - Episode One at a glance Released 2016 Studio Portable Moose Player sentiment 97% positive of 29,068 Price $2.99 Story RichPsychological HorrorMysteryHand-drawnNarrative2DDark Humor
- 2
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Choices Matter, Funny and Psychological Horror.
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe at a glance Released 2022 Studio Crows Crows Crows Player sentiment 94% positive of 36,046 Price $24.99 Choices MatterFunnyPsychological HorrorExplorationStory RichMysteryDark Humor
- 3
Omori
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Psychological Horror, Story Rich and Hand-drawn; released around the same time (2020).
Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.
Omori at a glance Released 2020 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 97% positive of 88,417 Price $19.99 Psychological HorrorStory RichHand-drawn2DExplorationStylized
- 4
Kathy Rain
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Mystery, Story Rich and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2016).
Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.
Kathy Rain at a glance Released 2016 Studio Clifftop Games Player sentiment 92% positive of 4,003 Price $9.99 MysteryStory RichPsychological HorrorHand-drawnChoices MatterExploration
- 5
Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Mystery; 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 Visual NovelStory RichMysteryPsychological HorrorDark HumorFunny
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OneShot
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Choices Matter and 2D; released around the same time (2016).
OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.
OneShot at a glance Released 2016 Studio Future Cat LLC Player sentiment 98% positive of 64,849 Price $9.99 Story RichChoices Matter2DExplorationPsychological Horror
- 7
Cube Escape: Paradox
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Psychological Horror, Mystery and Story Rich; 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 Psychological HorrorMysteryStory Rich2DHand-drawn
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The Test
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Psychological Horror and Choices Matter; released around the same time (2020).
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
The Test at a glance Released 2020 Studio Randumb Studios Player sentiment 97% positive of 20,122 Price $1.19 Story RichPsychological HorrorChoices MatterVisual NovelMystery
- 9
Steins;Gate 0
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Choices Matter; released around the same time (2015).
If you can't save the one you love… How can you save humanity? Sequel to the visual novel cult classic. Experience an alternate worldline of STEINS;GATE.
Steins;Gate 0 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Mages Player sentiment 96% positive of 8,409 Price $34.99 Visual NovelStory RichChoices MatterPsychological HorrorMystery
- 10
What Remains of Edith Finch
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Mystery and Exploration; 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 Story RichMysteryExplorationPsychological HorrorVisual Novel
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DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Psychological Horror, 2D and Story Rich; released around the same time (2015).
DISTRAINT is a 2D psychological horror adventure game for PC. In order to secure a partnership in a famous company, Price seizes the property of an elderly woman. In that very moment, he finds out the price of his humanity.
DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition at a glance Released 2015 Studio Jesse Makkonen Player sentiment 93% positive of 12,901 Price $0.69 Psychological Horror2DStory RichMysteryDark Humor
- 12
Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Why it matched: both horror, psychological and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Visual Novel, Mystery and Story Rich.
Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger.
Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc at a glance Released 2010 Studio Spike Player sentiment 96% positive of 38,287 Price $19.99 Visual NovelMysteryStory RichPsychological HorrorDark HumorFunnyExploration
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Strobophagia | Rave Horror
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Choices Matter, Mystery and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2020).
An occult forest rave ⸸ Strange rituals ⸸ Enigmatic organisers ⸸ An ancient evil ⸸ Pure Psychedelic Horror
Strobophagia | Rave Horror at a glance Released 2020 Studio Green Tile Digital Player sentiment 83% positive of 110 Price $19.99 Choices MatterMysteryPsychological HorrorStylizedExploration
- 14
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2016).
Nine participants awaken, trapped in an underground facility. To escape, they must play a game with deadly consequences. Who will live, and who will die? The choice is yours. Let the Decision Game begin…
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma at a glance Released 2016 Studio Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 82% positive of 4,898 Price $19.99 Visual NovelStory RichPsychological HorrorMysteryChoices Matter
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Firework
Why it matched: both horror, psychological and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including 2D, Mystery and Psychological Horror; released around the same time (2021).
An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering.
Firework at a glance Released 2021 Studio Shiying Studio Player sentiment 98% positive of 44,417 Price $9.99 2DMysteryPsychological HorrorVisual NovelHand-drawnConversation
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Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!
Why it matched: both horror, psychological and story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Psychological Horror, Visual Novel and Story Rich; released around the same time (2021).
Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.
Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! at a glance Released 2021 Studio Team Salvato Player sentiment 97% positive of 32,198 Price $14.99 Psychological HorrorVisual NovelStory Rich2DDark HumorConversation
- 17
Clannad
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Choices Matter.
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Clannad at a glance Released 2004 Studio Key Player sentiment 98% positive of 10,936 Price $44.99 Visual NovelStory RichChoices Matter2DPsychological Horror
- 18
Steins;Gate
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Choices Matter.
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Steins;Gate at a glance Released 2009 Studio 5pb. Inc. Player sentiment 97% positive of 26,892 Price $29.99 Visual NovelStory RichChoices MatterMysteryPsychological Horror
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Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Mystery and Story Rich.
Jabberwock Island—You and your classmates were ready for fun in the sun until Monokuma returned to restart his murderous game! Trapped in a kill-or-be-killed situation, your only hope rests in solving the island’s mysteries.
Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair at a glance Released 2012 Studio Spike Chunsoft Player sentiment 96% positive of 32,628 Price $19.99 Visual NovelMysteryStory RichPsychological HorrorFunny
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DREDGE
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Exploration, Mystery and Psychological Horror.
DREDGE is a single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your boat, and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets. Explore a mysterious archipelago and discover why some things are best left forgotten.
DREDGE at a glance Released 2023 Studio Black Salt Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 56,620 Price $10.79 ExplorationMysteryPsychological HorrorStylizedStory Rich
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Puzzle Agent
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Mystery, Funny and Hand-drawn.
Created with indie comic artist Graham Annable's unique narrative and visual sensibilities, delivered with the distinctive Telltale storytelling style, Puzzle Agent is sure to challenge, thrill and engage in more ways than you can shake a cryptogram at!
Puzzle Agent at a glance Released 2010 Studio Telltale Player sentiment 89% positive of 2,838 Price $4.99 MysteryFunnyHand-drawn2DStory Rich
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Fran Bow
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Psychological Horror, Story Rich and 2D; released around the same time (2015).
Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.
Fran Bow at a glance Released 2015 Studio Killmonday Games AB Player sentiment 97% positive of 22,936 Price $14.99 Psychological HorrorStory Rich2DHand-drawn
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Pony Island
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Psychological Horror, 2D and Story Rich; 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 Psychological Horror2DStory RichFunny
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Lobotomy Corporation | Monster Management Simulation
Why it matched: both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Psychological Horror, Story Rich and 2D; released around the same time (2018).
A roguelite monster-management simulation inspired by the likes of the SCP Foundation, Cabin in the Woods, and Warehouse 13. Order your employees to perform work with the creatures and watch as it unfolds; harness greater energy, and expand the facility
Lobotomy Corporation | Monster Management Simulation at a glance Released 2018 Studio ProjectMoon Player sentiment 94% positive of 56,811 Price $24.99 Psychological HorrorStory Rich2DVisual Novel
Common questions
What game is most like Night in the Woods?
Sally Face - Episode One, on the evidence we have. It both horror, psychological, story-rich and atmospheric. 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 Night in the Woods" 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 Night in the Woods. 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.