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2D horror games are just as worthy of attention as high-budget games and offer unique gameplay experiences.
- corpse An exciting reverse horror game using hit and run tactics for satisfying encounters.
- Faith: The Unholy Trinity Channels retro games, using simple visuals for deep horror experiences.
horror The game has carved a niche for itself, with players loving these immersive experiences where they have to explore nightmarish environments and engage terrifying monsters. While modern high-budget horror games are effective for obvious reasons, 2D horror games They also deserve to be in the spotlight.
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some of The best 2D horror games The game is enjoyable, as players are exposed to unique gameplay loops and terrifying moments, all presented through simple, retro or stylized visuals. They either discover an amazing story in these games, face a particularly tough enemy, or try to survive at all costs. And sometimes, they do all of the above.
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corpse
A reverse horror game with Metroidvania elements
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action
Independent games
puzzle


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July 23, 2020
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Studio Phobia
- OpenCritic rating
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strong
Players who want to enjoy a reverse horror game will love it corpse and its unique take on the Metroidvania genre. Players control a monster that lurks in the shadows and devours its prey one by one as it drives ordinary humans unconscious. it scares
This helps keep the game challenging, forcing players to implement hit-and-run tactics rather than being exposed to enemy fire for extended periods of time. This makes every encounter feel like something out of a horror movie, adding to the satisfying feeling players get when they clear a room and go after all their enemies before moving on.
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world of horror
The creepy art style is done in MS Paint and channels Junji Ito's unique brand of horror


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December 8, 2023
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panstasz
- OpenCritic rating
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strong
world of horror It boasts one of the most striking and memorable art styles players will ever come across, and will likely be remembered long after they've finished a game or two of the title. Interestingly, this artwork is quite spectacular even though it was created entirely in MS Paint.
Fans will love Junji Ito world of horror And its tribute to the talented mangaka. The game features gruesome quests presented in a rogue-like style, meaning players start over every time they fail. Each quest exposes players to a monstrous monster or cosmic threat that must be destroyed either directly in battle or through a ritual.
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Faith: The Unholy Trinity
Nostalgia channels retro pixel art games, but with a sinister touch
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October 21, 2022
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Airdorf games
- OpenCritic rating
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able
Players who want to enjoy a 2D horror game that channels the spirit of old games in new and innovative ways will love it. Faith: The Unholy Trinity. It's interesting how a game with such basic visuals can be infinitely scarier than a lazy jump fest that uses shock value rather than a yarn experience. Bring the view.
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Every action the players take adds to the tension Faith: The Unholy Trinitywith something as simple as a pause screen used to scare players at the right time. It's a great example of indie game innovation that implements new ideas in the horror genre that can only be appreciated in video games.
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kill the princess
A novel horror game with strong voice acting and an interesting premise
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October 23, 2023
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able
One of the scariest and most unique visual novels that players can see. kill the princess It's a game that gently embraces players before exposing them to its true horrors. Instead of playing as a knight trying to save the princess, the princess here is a terrifying monster and players must kill this eldritch creature before it breaks loose and destroys the entire world.
Heartbreaking voice acting and great narration kill the princess It is worth checking out for fans of unique horror games. This game manages to surprise players with its plot twists, something that only the best horror games have mastered.
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dark wood
The game's top-down perspective effectively conveys a sense of fear, discomfort, and vulnerability
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August 18, 2017
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Studio Wizard Acid
- OpenCritic rating
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strong
How scary for a game that uses a 2D top-down perspective dark wood is The limited cone of vision makes it possible for enemies to be a bit of a nightmare if they aren't diligent about checking every nook and cranny during the day, and when night falls, the experience becomes truly harrowing.
After scavenging for resources in a semi-open world, players must prepare for the night and its horrors and do their best to survive until sunrise. The incredible audio direction makes these moments stand out even more, with the game's cosmic horror slowly revealing itself to players as they struggle to survive at the end of each day.
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Sunless sky
Exploration and storytelling are excellent in Cold Collapse


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January 31, 2019
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Failbetter games
- OpenCritic rating
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able
For a game that relies on a lot of text and moments of slow exploration, it's surprising how immersive the experience can be. Sunless sky is It is a huge improvement over its predecessor. sunless sea And it can keep fans busy for hundreds of hours if they want to complete each ultimate objective at least once.

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Fortunately, the variety of areas in the game, along with some engaging battles, ensures that players will have a good time exploring the desolate skies and trying to avoid the many horrors that lurk among the clouds. The game's permadeath can be very frustrating, but players can always save carefully to undo any of their mistakes if necessary.
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purgatory
An atmospheric 2D platformer with difficult puzzles and terrifying moments
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July 21, 2010
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Playdead
The minimalist aesthetic of purgatory It ensures that players will focus solely on immersive platforming and puzzle solving as they explore the game's hostile world. Finding the young boy's sister is easier said than done, especially with players facing many dangers on their journey that could lead to a violent end.
Despite its lack of color and 2D art style, it's remarkable to see how frighteningly effective it is. purgatory is Players naturally want to save the child at all costs, and every time a boy under their control meets a grisly end for a mistake they've made.
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OMORI
A psychological horror RPG with an emotional story at its core
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December 25, 2020
- OpenCritic rating
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able
OMORI It is one of the most compelling role-playing games that players can get their hands on. The game's charming art style hides something sinister beneath the surface as players slowly uncover the damage inflicted on a young boy named Sonny.
Eventually, the game's psychological horror traps wrap its claws around the players, who are drawn to the memorable story and the fear that They will not see the way. Reaching the end is a harrowing experience, but players are rewarded with an emotional climax that concludes the gripping story, which explores themes of guilt, movement, and trauma. pays

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