Best Gothic 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 gothic games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free gothic games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.
The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing
Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal.
Brutal Legend
Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.
Legacy of Kain: Defiance
Take control of two powerful and highly evolved vampires: Kain, an all-powerful demigod, and Raziel, a demonic angel of death. Each equipped with a legendary sword, Kain & Raziel must battle through a world loaded with conflict and intrigue as they attempt to unravel their destinies and defeat the dark forces that seek to condemn...
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2 (2001)
In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and travel back through the currents of time into various eras of Nosgoth's past in your relentless pursuit of Kain.
They Bleed Pixels
They Bleed Pixels is a fiendishly difficult action platformer inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and classic horror.
Risen 2: Dark Waters
Set several years after the end of Risen, raging titans have devastated the world and pushed humanity to the brink of existence. Subsequently, monstrous creatures have risen from the watery depths of the sea and their attacks have brought all seafaring to a grinding halt.
Alice: Madness Returns
Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.
Gothic II: Gold Edition
Gothic II: Gold Edition brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips!
Risen
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage.
Hexen: Beyond Heretic
While the Sidhe elf Corvus battled the evil forces of D'Sparil, the remaining Serpent Riders were busy corrupting other dimensions. As a Warrior, Mage, or Cleric, you must defend your realm of Cronos from the second Serpent Rider known as Korax.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.
Painkiller: Black Edition
Painkiller Black Edition includes the expansion pack Battle Out of Hell, featuring 10 additional single-player levels and many new villains.
Disciples II: Gallean's Return
Disciples II: Gallean's Return is a compilation edition that includes the base game, Disciples II: Dark Prophecy, plus the two standalone expansions Disciples II: Guardians of the Light and Disciples II: Servants of the Dark.
Gothic 1
War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...Most played gothic games on Steam
Take a look at the top gothic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 15th 2025.
1. Risen
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage. Risen is a rpg, open world and gothic game developed by Piranha Bytes and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic. Released on October 02nd 2009 has received 9,754 reviews of which 8,652 were positive and 1,102 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played gothic game, thanks to its 170 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
8,652
1,102
170
players
2. Risen 3 - Titan Lords
The world has been abandoned by its gods and is scarred from the rampage of the Titans. Humanity is struggling to regain strength. You, however, have more pressing concerns: your own life has been shattered and you must set off to reclaim what is lost amidst the darkness spreading throughout the world. Risen 3 - Titan Lords is a rpg, open world and gothic game developed by Piranha Bytes and published by THQ Nordic. Released on August 13th 2014 has received 6,082 reviews of which 4,525 were positive and 1,557 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played gothic games.
7.3
4,525
1,557
92
players
3. The House in Fata Morgana
A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity. The House in Fata Morgana is a visual novel, story rich and gothic game developed by NOVECT and published by MangaGamer. Released on May 13th 2016 has received 4,925 reviews of which 4,672 were positive and 253 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played gothic games.
9.1
4,672
253
76
players
4. Nunholy
In a world overrun by vampires, a group of nuns with their own stories have arrived at the Hunters' Guild. They are ready to wield any power—even that of demons—to defeat their enemies. What fate awaits them on this perilous journey? Nunholy is a female protagonist and action roguelike game developed and published by Chowbie. Released on January 16th 2025 has received 3,223 reviews of which 2,908 were positive and 315 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played gothic games.
8.7
2,908
315
50
players
5. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2
Dracula, weak and yearning release from immortality, must reclaim his powers and defeat Satan. An epic fantasy adventure set in an expansive modern-day world!Awoken after centuries of slumber, weakened and yearning for release from his immortal bonds, Dracula must reclaim his powers and make a pact with Death, to defeat Satan and gain... Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 is a action, adventure and vampire game developed by MercurySteam and published by KONAMI. Released on February 25th 2014 has received 5,771 reviews of which 4,890 were positive and 881 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played gothic games.
8.2
4,890
881
44
players
6. Lost in Random™
Play the odds in Lost in Random™, a gothic-fairy-tale-inspired action-adventure where every citizen’s fate is determined by a roll of the dice. Lost in Random™ is a adventure, action and action-adventure game developed by Zoink and Thunderful and published by Electronic Arts. Released on September 10th 2021 has received 4,474 reviews of which 3,976 were positive and 498 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played gothic games.
8.6
3,976
498
28
players
7. Nightmare Kart
Zoom through gothic streets in this horror themed vehicular combat racing game! Nightmare Kart is a racing, vehicular combat and gothic game developed and published by LWMedia. Released on June 05th 2024 has received 6,528 reviews of which 6,329 were positive and 199 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played gothic games.
9.4
6,329
199
11
players
8. The 7th Guest VR
The iconic supernatural mystery, The 7th Guest, has been brought back to life with cutting-edge VR technology, that delivers an atmospheric story like no other. Explore the foreboding mansion, solve challenging puzzles, and uncover its dark secrets. The 7th Guest VR is a adventure, vr and puzzle game developed and published by Vertigo Games. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 466 reviews of which 438 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played gothic games.
8.7
438
28
6
players
9. Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi
It is a misty evening in the year of our lord 1912. The Pattersons, a poor but proud aristocratic family of the British nobility, and some of their closest friends, arrive at the castle Malachi residence of a wealthy Romanian Count. Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi is a horror, vampire and action game developed by Idol FX and published by Funbox Media Ltd. Released on March 06th 2014 has received 3,002 reviews of which 2,622 were positive and 380 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played gothic games.
8.4
2,622
380
3
players
10. HeXen II
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse lurk in the shadows before you. They are Death, Pestilence, Famine, and War. They are the root of all that is evil, but the least of your worries. The last of the three Serpent Riders yet lives. HeXen II is a action, fps and classic game developed by Raven Software and published by id Software. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 543 reviews of which 433 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played gothic games.
7.5
433
110
3
players
Best deals on gothic games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of gothic games available on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted gothic games.
1. Belladonna
Belladonna is a gothic adventure game, twisted and dark. Take the role of a corpse girl rising from the dead in an abandoned laboratory, and unravel the mysteries concerning your own death and reanimation. Belladonna is a point & click, adventure and indie game developed by Neckbolt and published by Plug In Digital. Released on February 27th 2015 has received 756 reviews of which 543 were positive and 213 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 87% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for gothic category.
6.9
543
213
-87%
5.69€
0.73€
2. Risen
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage. Risen is a rpg, open world and gothic game developed by Piranha Bytes and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic. Released on October 02nd 2009 has received 9,754 reviews of which 8,652 were positive and 1,102 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 86% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in gothic games.
8.6
8,652
1,102
-86%
15.00€
2.10€
3. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2
Dracula, weak and yearning release from immortality, must reclaim his powers and defeat Satan. An epic fantasy adventure set in an expansive modern-day world!Awoken after centuries of slumber, weakened and yearning for release from his immortal bonds, Dracula must reclaim his powers and make a pact with Death, to defeat Satan and gain... Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 is a action, adventure and vampire game developed by MercurySteam and published by KONAMI. Released on February 25th 2014 has received 5,771 reviews of which 4,890 were positive and 881 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 81% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in gothic games.
8.2
4,890
881
-81%
19.89€
3.78€
4. Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi
It is a misty evening in the year of our lord 1912. The Pattersons, a poor but proud aristocratic family of the British nobility, and some of their closest friends, arrive at the castle Malachi residence of a wealthy Romanian Count. Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi is a horror, vampire and action game developed by Idol FX and published by Funbox Media Ltd. Released on March 06th 2014 has received 3,002 reviews of which 2,622 were positive and 380 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 61% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for gothic games.
8.4
2,622
380
-61%
3.03€
1.18€
5. The 7th Guest VR
The iconic supernatural mystery, The 7th Guest, has been brought back to life with cutting-edge VR technology, that delivers an atmospheric story like no other. Explore the foreboding mansion, solve challenging puzzles, and uncover its dark secrets. The 7th Guest VR is a adventure, vr and puzzle game developed and published by Vertigo Games. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 466 reviews of which 438 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 59% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for gothic games.
8.7
438
28
-59%
29.88€
12.25€
Free gothic games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play gothic games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play gothic games.
1. Nightmare Kart
Zoom through gothic streets in this horror themed vehicular combat racing game! Nightmare Kart is a racing, vehicular combat and gothic game developed and published by LWMedia. Released on June 05th 2024 has received 6,528 reviews of which 6,329 were positive and 199 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free gothic games on Steam.
9.4
6,329
199
11
players