30 most horrifying games on Android

Scaring the modern gamer is no easy task. Even on a PC with a large monitor and surround sound, ugly monsters jumping out from around the corner cause irritation rather than fear.

Immersing a player in a frightening atmosphere using the small screen of a mobile device is even more challenging, but some game developers manage to do it. Today, our selection includes 30 most successful horror games for Android.

Limbo

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An old-school platformer set in a world of horrors. You’ll need to solve puzzles in complete darkness, as well as run and hide from various monsters. The atmosphere of the game is somewhat reminiscent of Little Nightmares, so if you are a fan of that series, you'll definitely enjoy Limbo.

If you're looking for a game filled not only with horror but also with atmosphere, we recommend giving it a try at least once.

Erich Sann: Scary Academy

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Dive into the world of an academy filled with supernatural creatures, mysteries, and secrets. You'll have to find various items, steal a violin, and hide from a dangerous ghost that lurks around every corner. The main thing—don’t make a sound...

If you enjoy exploring, finding items, and hiding from monsters, this game will definitely appeal to you.

Room 817: Scary Escape Horror

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Embark on an exciting adventure through an abandoned hotel and face your fears head-on. From paranormal phenomena to pure horror, you’ll uncover the secrets of this place and try to understand its origins. Beware, you might want to stay here forever...

The game is filled with gloomy music and triggers that activate at the most unexpected moments. If you can't stand jump scares, we recommend not playing it in the dark.

METEL Horror Escape

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Escape from a maniac and save his victims before they’re killed. You'll need to solve puzzles under time pressure while keeping an eye on the maniac, making sure he doesn't catch you. Be careful, time is limited. If you get caught, you’ll have to start over.

This game will keep you on edge from start to finish. You’ll need to act quickly and precisely. The key is not to second-guess yourself and never look back.

Mental Hospital IV Horror Game

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Explore a mysterious psychiatric hospital and uncover the secrets hidden behind its walls. You’ll encounter terrifying creatures and learn the lengths people will go for science. By the way, the game features night vision, but be prepared for jump scares.

If you enjoy exploring creepy places and revel in a sinister atmosphere, this game is definitely for you. Pay attention to the notes and messages—they will immerse you deeper into the plot and answer all your questions.

The Past Within

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Unlike the other games, this one is cooperative and offers shared gameplay with a friend through a mysterious world. The story is quite unusual—you will find yourself in the same world, but at different times: one of you in the future, and the other in the past. You’ll have to face the horrors of this world together with your friend and solve all its puzzles.

If you love horror games and would like to play them with a friend, this title is perfect for a fun and unforgettable experience.

Moth Lake: A Horror Story

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Unite with other teenagers and uncover the secrets of the town, which will bring you some unpleasant surprises. You will face not only terrifying creatures but also inner demons that will allow you to delve deeper into the story and its meaning. This game is not only scary but also intriguing from a psychological perspective: themes like loss, depression, and anxiety are woven through its characters.

If you’re a fan of horror and psychology, you should definitely check out Moth Lake: A Horror Story. Plus, the old mini-games add a nice touch!

Joker Show—Horror Escape

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Imagine your parents are out of the house, a maniac dressed as a clown has broken in, and now your life is in danger. This is the premise of the game. It’s reminiscent of Granny, but much easier. A clown will chase you, and your task is to solve puzzles and drive him out of the house before he catches you.

911: Prey

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You’ve been captured by a maniac, and your goal is to escape his lair before he consumes you. Explore the area and find ways to deal with him, including the most radical ones, because your life is at stake. Try to remember where his belongings are located and don’t touch them—if he notices something is off, it’s on you.

If you enjoy tense games where every minute counts, 911: Prey is exactly what you need.

Alien: Isolation

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An atmosphere of constant tension and fear—that’s how you can describe this horror. You’ll travel to a space station where you’ll encounter many monsters and not-so-mentally-stable humans. Explore the once peaceful place’s walls and try to survive. You’ll not only hide from monsters but also solve puzzles, hack terminals, and doors. The most exciting part begins when the Alien, the creature featured on the game’s cover, enters the game...

Sci-fi horror fans will definitely love this one.

Little Nightmares

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The critically acclaimed game is now available on Android. Dive into the universe of the game and witness the horrors humans are capable of. As you progress, not only will the environment and music change, but so will the protagonist. Whether for better or worse—that’s for you to decide...

Identity V

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If you love hiding, this game is definitely for you. This popular horror game has captured the hearts of not only horror fans but also those who can’t stand them. Your main task is to hide from terrifying creatures—the hunters—and try to escape from the creepy place you’ve found yourself in. Be careful and don’t trust your teammates too much. They might betray you…

The Bathroom Horror Game

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Remember the time when, as a child, you were afraid of terrifying monsters living under the bed or in the closet? Well, in this game, they really are there. You’ll find yourself in a haunted house, where real zombies can attack you from around the corners. All you need to do is survive the night. But can you do it before they eat you alive?

INCUBO M: Horror Adventure

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A sweet story about anything but sweet fears. This story will tell you about a child whose heart is filled with anxiety and fears, and whose life is full of horrors and nightmares. You will have to reminisce with him about all the precious moments in his life and find the bright light that will chase away the darkness, along with the monsters that torment you throughout the game...

Death Park

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Even the brave hunter Sam Winchester is afraid of clowns. It's not surprising, as their creepy makeup can hide anything. In this game, you're not a hunter, but just a regular person lost in a large amusement park. And you will be there alone with a bloodthirsty clown.

The game has a plot, but it's the atmosphere that really captivates you. The horror truly frightens thanks to the clown who sees and hears every sound you make. Hiding from the clown won't be easy. Also, as you progress, you'll have to solve many complex puzzles to escape the park.

Five Nights at Freddy’s

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The phenomenally successful first part spawned an entire game franchise. The action of the first part is set in Freddy Fazbear's Pizza, where the player has to work as a night security guard. But you'll have to fear not robbers and bullies, but animatronic dolls that come to life at night and are eager to reach the guard and deal with him in the most brutal way.

The game doesn't allow for movement: you're always at the security console, and your only defense against the monsters are surveillance cameras and remotely controlled doors.

Despite the game exploiting the cheapest scary trick—screamers, it does so masterfully. You won't stop flinching at the sudden appearances of the approaching bloodthirsty dolls right away.

CASE: Animatronics

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The creators of this game were likely inspired by the success of Five Nights at Freddy’s, as there are many similarities: confined spaces, electrical problems, animatronic beasts eager to kill. However, in terms of gameplay, CASE: Animatronics is a completely different game.

Our character, Detective Bishop, is not tied to a security console: they can freely move around the police station, searching for hiding spots to evade the mad robots. The view from surveillance cameras is streamed to a tablet in hand.

This protagonist doesn't just wait for morning, hoping everything to end—they actively search for the reasons behind the events and try to find a way to stop the villain. Whether the detective succeeds is up to you.

Knock-knock

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Ice-Pick Lodge became famous for its non-trivial approach to game creation with the release of the cult Utopia. This game is a kind of art house from the world of game design, so you naturally expect something unusual from Knock-Knock. And it's for a good reason.

You need to unravel the mystery of a forest house. Something incredible started happening there after sunset: walls broke, lights went out, howling came from the attic. All night, your character must repair the walls, restore the light, and hide from strange guests who want to visit you. You need to survive until dawn and understand what happened during the night.

Granny

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The action of this game also unfolds in the wilderness of the forest. Our character got lost, found a strange house, and then was attacked by a granny. Your task is to escape from captivity within five days and avoid getting caught by the creepy lady, or else something irreparable will happen.

Granny is a monstrous creature whose voice you will remember forever. Your character is far from her first victim, and the more you learn about the house and its dreadful inhabitant, the more terrifying the picture becomes.

Granny's success was inevitable. Initially conceived as a spin-off to the Slenderina series, it turned into a series itself. In the second part, an equally frightening grandfather joined our granny. In the third part, Slenderina herself appeared, and the small house in the forest was replaced by a luxurious three-story mansion full of creepy puzzles.

Horrorfield

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Most horror games involve a single-player campaign. Horrorfield is a different story. It is an asymmetric survival horror like Dead by Daylight, where you must fend off a bloodthirsty monster along with other survivors controlled by real players. Or become the monster yourself.

A group of players finds themselves in an enclosed location, where a killer prowls. Each character has unique abilities: the athlete runs fast, the doctor can heal wounds, the engineer can fix breakdowns, and so on. One of the players takes on the role of the monster, whose task is to kill all the survivors.

The monsters also have different abilities: a weak werewolf can transform into a fast and strong wolf, a ghost can pass through walls, and a butcher can break equipment repaired by the survivors.

Forgotten Memories

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Rose Hawkins, a juvenile inspector, investigates the disappearance of a girl named Eden. Following the trail of potential kidnappers, Rose ends up in an abandoned clinic, where an unknown person shoots her. When she regains consciousness, she realizes she doesn't remember much of anything: all her memories seem to dissolve in the fog. Now she must save not only the missing girl but also her own identity.

Some gaming journalists call it Silent Hill for phones, and it's hard to disagree with this description. The games share many similarities: the search for a missing girl, the mysterious fog, even some of the monsters look alike. However, Forgotten Memories tells a distinctive story, only superficially resembling Keiichiro Toyama's creation. If you value psychology and atmosphere more than various fanged creatures in horrors, this game is worth trying.

Endless Nightmare 1: Home

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A quite popular horror game with high ratings from players. The first part of the series earned such love thanks to its simple yet effective concept, scary atmosphere, and detective elements.

Endless Nightmare 1: Home is a classic horror thriller. The family of the main character died in his house in a gruesome and mysterious way, and he wants to find out what happened. According to the genre, the main character of the game is a cop who will conduct his own investigation.

Horror Tale: Kidnapper

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Horror Tale: Kidnapper is an adventure and puzzle game in a creepy setting. According to the story, children have been disappearing in the Lakeview town. Someone is clearly abducting them, but no one can find any clues. Your task is to solve this mystery.

The gameplay consists mostly of puzzles and action. However, the journey won't be easy, as the main villain here can truly be frightening. Otherwise, it's an excellent horror puzzle game for genre enthusiasts.

Eyes: The Horror Game

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At first glance, the gameplay of this game seems simple. You need to escape from a large building and carry out valuable items, but a bloodthirsty ghost will be chasing you. So, you'll have to think carefully about your route, constantly monitor supernatural activity, and use interactive elements in the environment.

You can return to the game more than once. All the items, bonuses, and monsters you encountered on the first playthrough will be in different places the second time around.

Be aware: the game includes screamers, so it's definitely not for the impressionable.

Reporter 2

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The main character is a journalist investigating the case of a missing girl. In the first part, users were in a hospital filled with horrors. In the sequel, the theme is centered around the character's nightmares, which start haunting him after the escape.

Here you will find a well-thought-out plot, pleasant graphics, easy and convenient controls, and many interesting puzzles. Don't forget to put on headphones, as the music in the game complements the already dark atmosphere.

True Fear: Forsaken Souls

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If you love psychological games, then True Fear: Forsaken Souls is definitely for you. In the first episode of the story, you meet Holly Stonehouse, whose fate is far from enviable: her mother died under mysterious circumstances, her sister disappeared, and she is haunted by dark forces.

The gameplay consists of traveling to locations, exploring them, studying diaries, and solving puzzles. Each of your actions is just a step in a story where everything is not as it seems at first glance.

The Baby in Yellow

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Children are among the most popular horror villains. It's terrifying to realize that behind those huge naive eyes, some malevolent paranormal entity might be lurking. In this game, you can fully experience this horror.

The Baby in Yellow excels at entertaining and scaring the player. On one hand, it's a very amusing babysitter simulator, where you need to feed, entertain, and put the baby to sleep. On the other hand, when this baby starts crawling on the ceiling, it stops being amusing, and the game turns into a horror.

Evil Nun: Horror at School

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This game is a mimic of Granny, as it has almost the same concept. The main character finds themselves in a confined space, pursued by a monster in the form of a nun.

Although the concept is similar, the creators have developed it further. Locations in the game are more diverse and intricate than in Granny, and the puzzles are more challenging. Over time, players gain access to items that can be used as weapons.

While the plot may be cliché, it manages to keep the interest of players. There are several modes, including one where you play as a ghost haunting a neighbor.

Detention

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This horror game makes players feel extremely helpless, although initially, it may seem like a typical scary game. As you progress, a deep plot and mature themes frequently encountered by teenagers start to unfold.

You'll need to manage characters who risk entering a school where paranormal phenomena occur. Your main task is to uncover the mystery of the terrible history that happened in that school.

The School—White Day

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The story revolves around a group of teenagers trapped in a school. They decide to find a way out, but nightmarish and unexplained events await them, which you need to unravel. The ending will depend on your actions.

If you want a nerve-racking experience, you can set the difficulty level. The game is in first-person, featuring HD graphics and easy controls.

Now you know 20 good horror games for Android. If you're feeling too bored and want to get a little thrill, these horrors are definitely for you!

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