If we look around horror-themed mobile games, we will find a wide selection of titles that deliver intense experiences for fans of the genre. Among them are free-to-play productions, affordable indie games that surprise with creativity and atmosphere, as well as AAA gems.
In this list, we focus on the best paid horror games for smartphones, but investing in these titles certainly won’t significantly impact your budget (with few exceptions – check #1) while providing excellent entertainment.
Top 10 best horror games for smartphones:
- Resident Evil 4
- Oxenfree
- Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Alien: Isolation
- Little Nightmares
- I Have no Mouth, And I Must Scream
- Limbo
- The Walking Dead
- Sanitarium
- Grim Fandango Remastered
1. Resident Evil 4
An excellent mobile version of the cult horror game, available only to owners of Apple devices. Unfortunately, large and expensive games do not sell well in mobile versions.
2. Oxenfree
The mobile version of Oxenfree is a narrative adventure game blending thriller and supernatural horror elements. Players take on the role of a teenage girl who, along with friends, opens a mysterious portal on a deserted island. The game features a unique dialogue system where player choices influence relationships and endings.
3. Five Nights at Freddy’s (series)
This iconic series of mobile survival horror games puts players in the role of a night guard in a haunted house. The gameplay revolves around monitoring cameras to survive five night shifts. Expect numerous jump scares and gradually increasing tension that create a uniquely terrifying atmosphere.
4. Alien: Isolation
A stellar mobile adaptation of the cult survival horror. It’s arguably one of the best mobile games not only in horror but overall. Players navigate a space station, evading a relentless alien. Stealth and resource management are key to survival.
5. Little Nightmares
“Little Nightmares” on mobile is a mystery-filled horror platformer where players control a girl trapped in a gloomy world full of monsters. The game is distinguished by its dark visuals and atmospheric lighting, which effectively build tension and unease.
6. I Have no Mouth, And I Must Scream
The mobile version of the cult dark adventure based on Harlan Ellison’s story (Polish title: “Nie mam ust, a muszę krzyczeć”). Players embody one of several characters trapped by the omniscient and sadistic supercomputer AM. The game delivers a psychologically intense narrative filled with moral choices and disturbing visions.
7. Limbo
Limbo is a dark 2D platformer with strong horror and puzzle elements where players guide a nameless boy through a dangerous world. The gameplay relies on trial and error, requiring patience and keen observation.
8. The Walking Dead (Seasons 1 & 2)
The mobile version of this adventure game tells a touching, emotional story in a zombie-infested world. Players make difficult decisions influencing character relationships and story development, with engaging dialogues and dynamic action scenes featuring survival elements.
9. Sanitarium
Mobile adaptation of the classic psychological horror from a third-person perspective. Players control a man dreaming of a surreal, unsettling world full of puzzles and dark secrets. The focus is on atmosphere and logical challenges.
10. Grim Fandango Remastered
A remaster of the classic adventure with dark humor and noir atmosphere. Players follow Manny Calavera, an agent in the afterlife, uncovering a conspiracy in the realm of the dead. The mobile version updates graphics and optimizes touch controls.
Unfortunately, Grim Fandango Remastered has disappeared from Google Play Store, likely due to Google’s app update and compatibility requirements for newer Android versions. If developers do not update their apps regularly, games can be removed from the store.
Bonus – Unofficial Port of Amnesia: The Dark Descent
The unofficial Amnesia: Dark Descent port (known as Sclerosis) is an intense first-person survival horror where players embody Daniel, waking up in an abandoned castle with no memory of the past. The game features exploring dark, claustrophobic locations and constant monitoring of the protagonist’s mental state. Due to its unofficial status, it was quickly removed from stores. A video showing the mobile gameplay is available below.
FAQ
How much do these games cost on smartphones?
Prices range from approximately 5 to 60 USD. The most expensive game on the list is Resident Evil 4, but you can try it for free.
Do I need a powerful phone to play these games?
It depends on the title. Most listed games run well even on cheaper phones. However, for playing Resident Evil 4 or Alien: Isolation comfortably on high graphics settings, a more powerful smartphone is recommended.
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