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2022 PC 19.99 € 👍 78 % Mostly positive, 4,408 reviews on Steam

In this 2D action game you lead a team of explorers deep beneath the ocean floor to learn what happened to a lost expedition. Along the way you run into alien structures and deadly creatures in a tense sci-fi horror atmosphere.

What defines Hidden Deep:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Lots to discover
  • Strong, story-driven narrative

The closest matches for Hidden Deep are Athanasia, Ghost Song and Inescapable. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Hidden Deep special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Athanasia

91 %

2026 PC 16.49 €

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Lots to discover
  • Dark, serious atmosphere

A survival horror shooter with immersive sim elements where you explore a mysterious facility and fend off predators from prehistory and the future using gear and wits. Its Metroidvania structure rewards exploration.

Ghost Song

Sci-fi setting

An atmospheric 2D Metroidvania set on the lonely moon Lorian V, where you awaken as a Deadsuit, explore eerie caverns, gain new abilities and uncover cosmic secrets. Fluid combat and a moody sci-fi setting define the adventure.

Inescapable

Sci-fi setting

An indie sci-fi Metroidvania set at a remote interplanetary mining outpost, where you uncover a dark mystery while exploring interconnected areas with horror undertones.

Carrion

Sci-fi setting

You play a shapeless alien creature breaking out of a research facility and hunting humans in a reverse horror twist. Its Metroidvania structure, fluid tentacle movement and unlockable abilities make growing and devouring everything in your path the core thrill.

Outbuddies DX

Lots to discover

An atmospheric Metroidvania where you shoot your way through a sprawling, alien undersea city with the help of companion buddies. It focuses on discovery, backtracking and 2D action combat.

Moadra

Sci-fi setting

A grim sci-fi Metroidvania set on the alien planet Protea VI, where you fight dangerous creatures, grow stronger and uncover a terrible buried secret.

Otherskin

Sci-fi setting

A third-person Metroidvania shooter in which Alex explores an alien planet and absorbs organic abilities that reshape both combat and traversal. New powers steadily open up more of the world.

AM2R: Return of Samus

Sci-fi setting

A fan-made remake of Metroid II that blends classic Samus Aran gameplay with modern controls, expanded areas and punchy boss fights. Hunting the Metroids across planet SR388 is atmospheric and rewards thorough exploration.

System Shock 2

Sci-fi setting

A landmark immersive sim horror RPG set aboard an infested starship, where scarce resources, flexible skill builds and the unforgettable AI SHODAN create relentless dread.

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