Games that are weird, uncanny, or creepy
I’m looking for games that are unsettling, disturbing, uncanny, creepy or deeply off.
Something with a strong atmosphere, intentional discomfort, and thoughtful, cohesive design. Some gameplay difficulty would be a plus.
Basically, I want games that are really, really weird. Ideally, the design and overall aesthetic should either fully match that weirdness or contrast with it in a way that enhances the strangeness.
Examples of what I like: Both Fear & Hunger games, both Blasphemous games, Metamorphosis (demo), LISA, Darkwood, Pathologic 2, Bloodborne, and even parts of Sekiro all fit what I’m after. edit: Add Look Outside, Majora's Mask, Seaman, Hylics, and maybe SCORN aesthetically (not gameplay). Additionally, I like the eurojank look.
What I’m *not* looking for: P.T. clones or walking sims (e.g., MADiSON), Silent Hill, Resident Evil, Amnesia: The Bunker, Crow Country, Doki Doki, or Outer Wilds. I’m also not interested in games with a conventional or overly clean cutecene-heavy “video game” aesthetic (ex. Alan Wake 2), or else with a straightforward scifi look (SOMA). The weirdness needs to extend beyond the narrative and be present in the overall design.
thanks!
edit: added examples