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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Seventh Lair
Seventh Lair is a short visual novel featuring some cast members of The House in Fata Morgana. It exists in a parallel universe to the original game, so it can be enjoyed even by those unfamiliar with it.
You Will (Not) Remain
You must stay in your apartment as the city around you falls to an Eldritch horror.
Wytchwood
Wytchwood is a crafting adventure game set in a land of gothic fables and fairytales. As the old witch of the woods, explore a strange countryside, collect magic ingredients, brew sorcerous spells, and pass judgement upon a capricious cast of characters.
Rogue Lords
A dark fantasy roguelike where you play as the Devil! Lead famous evil geniuses through events and turn-based fights to spread terror and corruption. Create synergies between your disciples, use your evil powers and take revenge on those miserable Demon Hunters.
Castlevania Advance Collection
Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!
If On A Winter's Night, Four Travelers
If On A Winter's Night, Four Travelers is a narrative-driven point-and-click adventure with horror elements that explores the stories of four characters in a masked ball taking place aboard a train in the late 1920s.
Erannorth Chronicles
Erannorth Chronicles blends old-school card strategy with deep RPG progression in a vast sandbox world. With no fixed story, revel in unmatched freedom and limitless character customization.
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.
Blood Spear
Blood Spear is a unique ranged action-adventure student game in which you play as a demonic spear. Emerging from a deep slumber, you are thirsty for blood. Throw with precision to impale and defeat powerful foes inside grandiose environments where a long-coveted power lies.
When The Night Comes
When The Night Comes is a queer, narrative-driven, supernatural visual novel.
Anima : The Reign of Darkness
Explore a dark fantasy world, descend into the darkest depths and fight hordes of demons in this fast paced Action RPG. Fully customize your character, loot hunderd of unique items and destroy the evil that is corrupting the world once again!
东方栖霞园 ~ Blue devil in the Belvedere.
Mysterious red eyes popped up in forest, the shrine was raided by unknown vermin, ominous black magic diffused everywhere, while the scarlet devil had been awaiting for opportunity... Is it an magic outbreak, or a conspiracy? Now, set out on a journey to the truth and unravel the enigmas!
Dinner with an Owl
Break the puzzling spell of your eccentric host! Dinner with an Owl: A short surreal point and click adventure.
Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager
Legend of Keepers is the perfect mix between Dungeon Defender and Roguelite. You have been hired as a dungeon manager by the Dungeons Company. Your job is simple: protect their dungeons!
The Little Red Lie
2D side scrolling, adventure, horror game where you avoid monsters and solve puzzles.
The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2
A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world where the gods are real. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice you make has a price to pay and consequence to it. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!
BloodRayne: Terminal Cut
Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of the action horror game that unleashed the red-headed dhampir on the world. In a story spanning five years, Rayne must stop a madman bent on using occult relics to bring about a new age of domination for the Third Reich.
At Dead Of Night
At Dead Of Night is part horror film, part horror game and part ghost hunt. It blends live-action and graphics to create a unique immersive horror experience like no other.
Amnesia: Rebirth
A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.
CROSSBOW: Bloodnight
CROSSBOW: Bloodnight is a frantic score-attack arena shooter set in a world of camp horror and gore. Master the occult powers of your automatic crossbow and fight for every second of survival against a relentless demonic horde! Hunt. Die. Hunt again.
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