20 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 20 most successful horror games for Android.

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.

Slenderman Origins 2

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The name of this game is deceptive. One of the most terrifying aspects of Slenderman is the uncertainty: no one knows where this thin, faceless man came from, whether he's even human, what his goals are, and why he abducts people. And fear always comes with the unknown.

The internet-born creepy character is attributed with various, often contradictory properties, so you never know what to expect. The only thing known for sure: the only way to escape Slenderman is to run without looking back.

The goal of the game is not to overcome the thin man. Your task is to find and save the children he has abducted before it's too late. If you haven't removed your headphones after the previous game, don't do it now: you'll need to navigate Slenderman Origins by sound. And if you feel that Slenderman is nearby, don't look back: he can't harm you unless you see him. Run!

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.

Awakening Horror

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The car of a character named George Turner breaks down just a few meters from a small town. He heads there for help, but is engulfed by fog and monsters emerge. To save his life, he must hide in one of the houses.

Awakening is a first-person action-horror game with a full story and several hours of gameplay. The main goal of the player is to find a way out of the town, where they will meet strange residents and learn their stories.

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.

Emily Wants to Play Pro

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You play as a pizza delivery person who receives an order from a house where people have recently died. The customer is a girl who is already dead. In such a case, it would be better to quit or find a replacement, but no, the character decides to handle it themselves.

The delivery person has to play with the ghost of Emily throughout the night in her twisted games, such as hide and seek. Only here, you can die during the process.

By the way, you need to figure out for yourself what game the ghost wants to play. Clues will be scattered throughout the house to help you. But be wary of anti-clues, which will lead you to death.

Distraint: Pocket Pixel Horror

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Usually, horror games scare with screamers, but here it's the atmosphere that's terrifying. You can expect creepy locations and a soundtrack. This is a psychological horror about a young man named Price, who, in pursuit of a prestigious position, is tasked with taking away the property of an old woman. But something goes wrong, and he plunges into real horror.

He is haunted by paranormal activities. The story is made up of his regrets and fears, which he must face head-on. Your task will be to escape from the creepy house.

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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