Single-player games like Whispers in the Shadows
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Whispers in the Shadows, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.
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Ranked picks
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It Happened At Night - A New Nightmare
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
While working at a remote site deep in the woods, Chloe becomes entangled in a disturbing mystery that leads her into something far more terrifying than she could have imagined.
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Clown House: Lunacy
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
A narrative horror experience where violence is a trap. Unravel the secrets of a derelict mansion and its uncanny clown residents. Solve puzzles. Observe the clowns, deduct their needs and what angers them to survive. And never harm the residents of the Clown House. It has eyes.
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CLeM
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
CLeM is a narrative-driven puzzle adventure game with a dark twist. Wake up in a world where puzzles intertwine with exploration, weaving a unique narrative rooted in alchemy. A voice awakens you. It gives you purpose. To guide you, you find a notebook with mysterious entries and a house to explore.
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Enigma of Fear
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
Become Mia, a paranormal detective searching for her missing father inside the Perimeter - a place that doesn't exist. Investigate clues like a real detective and unravel the mysteries behind the Enigma of Fear, defeating the terrible monsters who'll try to stop you.
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Lunar Eclipse
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
Explore dark locations, solve puzzles, and uncover a gripping story. Fight or evade bloodthirsty zombies using wit and agility. Immerse yourself in a tense adventure with a charming blonde heroine in a chilling, atmospheric world.
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The Coma 3: Bloodlines
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
Welcome to the world of The Coma 3: Bloodlines. In this realm of shadows rumors and urban legends become reality, and danger lurks around every corner. If a living intruder dies here, their body will be severed from their spirit and never wake again ...
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Joyville
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
Joyville is a horror-puzzle adventure game set in an abandoned children's camp. Brace yourself for a gripping journey through the shadows, solving puzzles, and trying to survive amidst the hidden horrors that await you.
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Pacify
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Whispers in the Shadows.
An online co-op horror game where you pacify, weaken and capture supernatural creatures for PAH Inc. Each level has a different story, unique monsters, and multiple endings. Play single player or together with up to 6 friends. Includes proximity voice chat with fun effects.
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Undead Defense TD
Single-player alternative to Whispers in the Shadows — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Zombies are coming! Build your defenses and expand your settlement to create a safe space for humanity. Use turrets, walls and light towers to keep the darkness safe. Expand your settlement to find abandoned settlements and additional resources.