Best Psychological Horror Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,018 Psychological Horror games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Psychological Horror game rankings were last updated on 2/24/2026.
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1. People Playground
Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.
People Playground holds the #1 spot for "best Psychological Horror game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 306,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 302,118 positive reviews and 4,668 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play People Playground on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 7/23/2019 |
| Developer | mestiez |
| Publisher | Studio Minus |
| Steam App Id | 1118200 |
2. Half-Life: Alyx
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 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 100,623 positive reviews and 1,778 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Half-Life: Alyx on the Steam Deck.
3. Aseprite
Aseprite is a pixel-art tool to create 2D animations, sprites, and any kind of graphics for games.
Aseprite has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,034 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,782 positive reviews and 252 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Aseprite on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/22/2016 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Igara Studio |
| Steam App Id | 431730 |
4. Pizza Tower
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Pizza Tower has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,421 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,237 positive reviews and 1,184 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/26/2023 |
| Developer | Tour De Pizza |
| Publisher | Tour De Pizza |
| Steam App Id | 2231450 |
5. OneShot
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 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,927 positive reviews and 1,032 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OneShot on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/8/2016 |
| Developer | Future Cat LLC |
| Publisher | KOMODO |
| Steam App Id | 420530 |
6. MiSide
Let's imagine that you have a game in which you care for a character. But could you imagine one day getting into that game yourself?
MiSide has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 136,292 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 133,413 positive reviews and 2,879 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MiSide on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,317 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,468 positive reviews and 849 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
8. Travellin Cats in Paris
Find 100 cats hidden in Paris, France in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cat game creator!
Travellin Cats in Paris has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,718 positive reviews and 184 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/17/2023 |
| Franchise | Travellin Cats |
| Developer | Travellin Cats |
| Publisher | Travellin Cats |
| Steam App Id | 2313250 |
9. Travellin Cats in Jingle Jam
Find 200 cats hidden around a festive holiday village and a winter wonderland in this FREE hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cat game creator! Can you find them all?
Travellin Cats in Jingle Jam has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,404 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,344 positive reviews and 60 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 12/1/2023 |
| Franchise | Travellin Cats |
| Developer | Travellin Cats |
| Publisher | Travellin Cats |
| Steam App Id | 2608050 |
10. Papa's Freezeria Deluxe
Return to Calypso Island to serve seasonal sundae treats in Papa's Freezeria Deluxe! Craft sundaes in the Freezeria for all your quirky customers while earning tips, points and Special Recipes. Switch gears and take a trip in the Food Truck to concoct your own chilly creations and see who shows up!
Papa's Freezeria Deluxe has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,463 positive reviews and 98 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Papa's Freezeria Deluxe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Papa Louie Games |
| Developer | Flipline Studios |
| Publisher | Flipline Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2291760 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Psychological Horror games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 5,773 | 7/23/2019 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 360 | 3/23/2020 | 97 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6,015 | 2/22/2016 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 347 | 1/26/2023 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 65 | 12/8/2016 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 379 | 12/10/2024 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,041 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110 | 3/31/2023 | 96 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,297 | 10/23/2023 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 244 | 12/6/2025 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,932 | 3/24/2023 | 96 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 221 | 10/11/2024 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 1/26/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 2/3/2021 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,993 | 3/6/2025 | 96 | $49.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,605 | 9/15/2015 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 6/7/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 55 | 7/28/2014 | 96 | $0.74 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 24). People Playground on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 5). Half-Life: Alyx on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). Aseprite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). Pizza Tower on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 9). OneShot on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). MiSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Travellin Cats in Paris on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 6). Travellin Cats in Jingle Jam on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). Papa's Freezeria Deluxe on Steam. Steam Store.