Best Thriller games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated thriller games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free thriller games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The Bunker
The Bunker is an award-winning interactive psychological horror movie. You are John, born underground the day the bombs fell, now alone and trying to survive. But when an alarm goes off, a catastrophic chain of events begins. Unlock the dark secrets of your past as you try to escape The Bunker.
STEINS;GATE
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.
Minds Eyes
You venture through your mind, trying desperately to wake up from your nightmares. Will you make it out?
A Date in the Park
A short and mysterious free point and click adventure game, inspired by the feeling of oddness in an everyday situation.
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
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…
Sherlock Holmes: The Devil's Daughter
Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…
Root Double -Before Crime * After Days- Xtend Edition
Rescue squad captain Watase Kasasagi wakes up without his memories in the middle of his most critical mission yet-- a nuclear meltdown at a research facility. In an unfamiliar place and without his years of training, he must rescue the survivors and escape...
G-senjou no Maou - The Devil on G-String
You play as Azai Kyousuke, the son of an infamous gangster. Kyousuke knows what he likes and lets nothing stand in his way in getting what he wants. Referred to as God by his classmates, he often enjoys listening to Bach and "working" part time for his stepfather.
Nevermind
Nevermind ushers you into dark and surreal worlds within the minds of trauma patients. When played with supported biofeedback technology, Nevermind picks up on indications of fear—lashing out if you allow your feelings of anxiety to get the better of you.
Nyctophilia
Nyctophilia is 2D psychological thriller about bad things in your head.
Notch - The Innocent LunA: Eclipsed SinnerS
This is an isolated town, a town of memories that have been forgotten by its people. However, this small town has not been quiet and peaceful since the murders began... Time passes by, where are the sinful spirits going? Are my memories reality, or just a dream?
Magnetic: Cage Closed
Magnetic: Cage Closed is a first person puzzle game where the player manipulates magnetic forces to accomplish their goals. The mechanics are focused around a single tool: The Magnet Gun which allows you to create electromagnetic fields with either positive or negative charges.
Sanitarium
Originally released in 1998 on PC, and awarded as the Adventure Game of the Year, The timeless horror point-and-click, Sanitarium, is returning to frighten the bravest adventure game fans.
Gods Will Be Watching
Gods Will Be Watching is a minimalistic “point and click thriller” centered on despair, commitment, and sacrifice as players face intriguing puzzles and tough decisions that will affect their entire crew’s wellbeing.
WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.01
From the author of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes WORLD END ECONOMiCA. This is the first episode out of three part sci-fi/economic thriller visual novel set on the moon.
Black Mirror I
Black Mirror is a dark adventure game that details the aftermath of the tragic death of William Gordon. Playing as his grandson Samuel players must unveil the truth behind the events of that fateful, stormy night.
Lifeless Planet Premier Edition
PREMIER EDITION - While seeking life on a distant planet, an astronaut discovers an abandoned Russian town. He suspects his mission is a hoax until a mysterious young woman saves him from a strange and deadly phenomenon...
Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut
Play as special agent Francis York Morgan in this open-world action-adventure as you solve the case of the Red Seed Murders and survive in a small, quirky American mountain town where supernatural creatures and a mysterious raincoat-clad, axe-wielding killer seek to end his investigation for good.
Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller
FBI agent Erica Reed has an uncanny talent: she can see the past and piece together how a crime unfolded. But not even this sixth sense could save her younger brother, Scott, from a brutal serial killer. Three years later, the investigation into Scott’s murder has gone cold -- but Erica’s work has only just begun.
The 39 Steps
Prepare to experience the original man-on-the-run thriller in a completely new way! There are secrets to be discovered, locations to be explored and - above all - an incredible tale to be told in this ground-breaking interactive novel.Most played thriller games on Steam
Take a look at the top thriller games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 01st 2025.
1. 1000xRESIST
1000xRESIST is a thrilling sci-fi adventure. The year is unknown, and a disease spread by an alien invasion keeps you underground. You are Watcher. You dutifully fulfil your purpose in serving the ALLMOTHER, until the day you discover a shocking secret that changes everything. 1000xRESIST is a female protagonist, thriller and futuristic game developed by sunset visitor 斜陽過客 and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on May 09th 2024 has received 3,727 reviews of which 3,608 were positive and 119 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played thriller games.
9.3
3,608
119
58
players
2. Nobody Wants to Die
Lose yourself in the dystopian world of New York, 2329; immortality comes at a price that someone has to pay. In this interactive noir story, lead the investigation using advanced technology, as Detective James Karra who risks it all in pursuit of a serial killer targeting the city’s elite. Nobody Wants to Die is a 3d, detective and noir game developed by Critical Hit Games and published by PLAION. Released on July 17th 2024 has received 3,658 reviews of which 3,159 were positive and 499 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.3
3,159
499
12
players
3. BURIED STARS
『BURIED STARS』 is an adventure game that takes place at a collapse site of a live audition show. The trapped survivors communicate with each other, and through social media, while waiting for the rescue team’s arrival. But an unexpected turn of events splits them apart and drives them into a corner. BURIED STARS is a visual novel, mystery and thriller game developed and published by LINE Games Corporation. Released on November 29th 2021 has received 1,805 reviews of which 1,539 were positive and 266 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.2
1,539
266
11
players
4. Fears to Fathom - Norwood Hitchhike
Holly Gardner, a 19 year old on an interstate drive experiences unusual happenings that leads to an unplanned stay at a motel, little did she know what was transpiring down in Norwood Valley. Fears to Fathom - Norwood Hitchhike is a psychological horror, horror and atmospheric game developed and published by Rayll. Released on January 06th 2022 has received 2,447 reviews of which 2,156 were positive and 291 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.5
2,156
291
10
players
5. OXENFREE II: Lost Signals
Five years after the events of OXENFREE, Riley returns to her hometown of Camena to investigate mysterious radio signals. What she finds is more than she bargained for. OXENFREE II: Lost Signals is a thriller, supernatural and adventure game developed by Night School Studio and published by Netflix. Released on July 12th 2023 has received 1,891 reviews of which 1,684 were positive and 207 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.5
1,684
207
5
players
6. SILENT BREATH
Unpredictable horrors lurk around every corner, forcing you to find the missing people while desperately clinging to survival. In this experience even your own mind can become your enemy. Stay vigilant and keep your voice hushed, or risk becoming another victim of the forest's darkness SILENT BREATH is a horror, psychological horror and 1990's game developed and published by EXODIAC STUDIOS. Released on April 05th 2024 has received 994 reviews of which 740 were positive and 254 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played thriller games.
7.1
740
254
4
players
7. Scauage
Scauage is a short horror experience where you play as a scavenger looting an abandoned house, uncovering its dark secrets and collecting hidden treasures while facing what lurks within. Scauage is a horror, psychological horror and survival horror game developed and published by KREIDPIX. Released on December 06th 2024 has received 448 reviews of which 411 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.5
411
37
3
players
8. April 24th
The main character is an experienced journalist who always strives to uncover the truth. He manages to gain access to the house, which is guarded by the police. April 24th is a simulation, thriller and psychological horror game developed by NOBODY and published by EMIKA_GAMES. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 701 reviews of which 606 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.1
606
95
3
players
9. CORPSE FACTORY
Discard your sense of morality and enter the world of CORPSE FACTORY. An obscure website allows users to request a death. Victims supposedly receive a photograph of their own corpse before they are killed! With English voice acting by an all-star cast. CORPSE FACTORY is a visual novel, violent and psychological horror game developed and published by RIVER CROW STUDIO. Released on May 31st 2022 has received 766 reviews of which 634 were positive and 132 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played thriller games.
7.8
634
132
3
players
10. Summer of '58
In the summer of 2008. The main character, at the request of followers, goes to Russia to explore the abandoned camp "Yunost". Locals say that this place is inhabited by restless souls. This will need to be checked. Summer of '58 is a horror, thriller and atmospheric game developed and published by EMIKA_GAMES. Released on July 21st 2021 has received 4,495 reviews of which 4,039 were positive and 456 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played thriller games.
8.7
4,039
456
2
players
Best deals on thriller games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of thriller games available on Steam right now, updated on May 01st 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted thriller games.
1. Horror Story: Hallowseed
Horror Story: Hallowseed is a story-driven psychological horror game. An obscure event causes two of your friends to disappear while you were camping in the woods. Left alone and stranded in an unknown place, you need to seek the answers about what happened, face the horror and find your friends. Horror Story: Hallowseed is a horror, psychological horror and atmospheric game developed by Jeff Winner and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on October 28th 2021 has received 325 reviews of which 219 were positive and 106 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 89% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for thriller category.
6.4
219
106
-89%
19.73€
2.17€
2. Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo
Can you trust your own mind? Immerse yourself in a psychological thriller of a new kind, playing with the limits between reality and fantasy. Freely inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s universe. Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo is a adventure, thriller and interactive fiction game developed by Pendulo Studios and published by Microids. Released on December 16th 2021 has received 792 reviews of which 651 were positive and 141 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 87% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in thriller games.
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651
141
-87%
19.77€
2.57€
3. Telling Lies
Four private lives. One big lie. Search through secretly recorded video conversations to discover the truth. The successor to the acclaimed Her Story. Telling Lies is a mystery, fmv and thriller game developed by Sam Barlow, Half Mermaid and Furious Bee Limited and published by Annapurna Interactive. Released on August 23rd 2019 has received 1,216 reviews of which 778 were positive and 438 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in thriller games.
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778
438
-80%
18.65€
3.73€
4. Paper Dolls: Original / 纸人
Paper Dolls Original is a first-person horror adventure game steeped in Eastern culture. You act a man who is separated from his daughter after a car accident. When he awakes, he finds himself in a deserted Asian mansion. Find your daughter and unveil a terrifying story buried for a hundred years Paper Dolls: Original / 纸人 is a horror, adventure and thriller game developed by Beijing Litchi Culture Media Co. and Ltd. and published by Beijing Litchi Culture Media Co., Ltd. and Gamera Game. Released on April 19th 2019 has received 4,483 reviews of which 3,849 were positive and 634 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 70% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for thriller games.
8.3
3,849
634
-70%
13.99€
4.19€
5. Adios
A pig farmer decides he no longer wants to dispose of bodies for the mob. What follows is a discussion between him and his would-be killer. Adios is a mystery, thriller and short game developed and published by Mischief. Released on March 16th 2021 has received 1,169 reviews of which 1,091 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 65% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for thriller games.
8.8
1,091
78
-65%
15.11€
5.29€
6. Loretta
Loretta is a psychological thriller that makes the player an accessory to the heroine’s crimes, leading her through a self-crafted nightmare. Loretta’s story revolves around a woman handling betrayal, her husband’s infidelity, and reclaiming her agency during the socially tumultuous 1940s. Loretta is a visual novel, choose your own adventure and female protagonist game developed by Yakov Butuzoff and published by DANGEN Entertainment. Released on February 16th 2023 has received 357 reviews of which 333 were positive and 24 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 57% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for thriller games.
8.6
333
24
-57%
14.72€
6.33€
7. Nobody Wants to Die
Lose yourself in the dystopian world of New York, 2329; immortality comes at a price that someone has to pay. In this interactive noir story, lead the investigation using advanced technology, as Detective James Karra who risks it all in pursuit of a serial killer targeting the city’s elite. Nobody Wants to Die is a 3d, detective and noir game developed by Critical Hit Games and published by PLAION. Released on July 17th 2024 has received 3,658 reviews of which 3,159 were positive and 499 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a 32% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for thriller games.
8.3
3,159
499
-32%
24.84€
16.89€
Free thriller games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play thriller games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 01st 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play thriller games.
1. Scauage
Scauage is a short horror experience where you play as a scavenger looting an abandoned house, uncovering its dark secrets and collecting hidden treasures while facing what lurks within. Scauage is a horror, psychological horror and survival horror game developed and published by KREIDPIX. Released on December 06th 2024 has received 448 reviews of which 411 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free thriller games on Steam.
8.5
411
37
3
players