You’ve caught every ghost type in Phasmophobia ,your group knows exactly which room to avoid, and now you’re wondering what to play next. The good news is that there are plenty of co-op horror games like Phasmophobia ,and some of them do things the original doesn’t.
I’ve split this list into two types: games that copy the ghost-hunting formula (investigate, gather evidence, survive), and games that capture the same ” scared with friends” feeling in a completely different way.
Every game here is on Steam ,and I’ve included review scores, prices, and player counts so you can pick one fast.
Review scores are approximate and based on Steam’s English language reviews at the time of writing. Prices are base USD prices and change during sales ,so check each store page before you buy.
Key Takeaways
- For the closest match to Phasmophobia’s ghost-hunting loop ,try Demonologist, Ghost Exile ,or Ghost Watchers.
- For the best-reviewed pick, Lethal Company and R.E.P.O. sit at 96 to 97% positive.
- Most of these cost under $15, and a couple cost under $10.
- Several are still in Early Access ,so expect updates and the occasional rough edge.
Ghost-Hunting Games Closest to Phasmophobia
1. Demonologist
- Steam review: Very Positive (83%)
- Price: $19.99
- Players: 1 to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: Clock Wizard Games
- Keywords: paranormal investigation ,exorcism, demons, psychological horror, co-op ,first-person
- View on Steam
Your job is to identify the type of evil spirit haunting a cursed location and exorcise it with your equipment, alone or with a team. It’s the most direct competitor to Phasmophobia ,with a darker, more cinematic feel. Recent reviews are more mixed than the overall score ( around 65% over the last 30 days) ,so it’s worth trying the demo first.
2. Ghost Exile
- Steam review: Very Positive (86%)
- Price: $14.99 (Early Access)
- Players: 1 to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: LostOneTeam
- Keywords: ghost hunting, exorcism ritual ,investigation, co-op, perma-death ,early access
- View on Steam
When hunting ghosts here, you need to determine the ghost type ,carry out an exorcism ritual ,and only then can it no longer harm anyone. Rush to a conclusion and it can end badly.
The Steam page promises more than 20 ghost types and over 11 maps ,so there’s plenty to learn.
3. Ghost Watchers
- Steam review: Very Positive (82%)
- Price: $14.99
- Players: Up to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: Renderise
- Keywords: ghost hunting, ghost catching, survival horror, co-op ,VR support, detective
- View on Steam
You explore and hunt ghosts in abandoned houses. It follows the same investigation idea but adds a twist: once you’ve identified the entity ,you weaken and capture it ,which makes the hunt more action-oriented than Phasmophobia. Version 1.0 launched in July 2025 after a long Early Access period.
4. FOREWARNED
- Steam review: Very Positive (92%)
- Price: $12.99
- Players: 1 to 4 (online co-op, PC and VR crossplay)
- Developer: Dreambyte Games
- Keywords: ancient Egypt, tomb exploration, survival horror ,puzzles, VR, co-op
- View on Steam
Instead of a haunted house, you explore ancient Egyptian ruins with a team of fellow archaeologists ,investigating phenomena, collecting treasure, discovering lore ,and banishing the evil inside.
Expect puzzles and traps alongside the scares, and mummies that behave very differently from the usual kind. It has the highest review score among the ghost-hunting-style picks here.
5. Ghost Exorcism INC.
- Steam review: Mostly Positive (75%)
- Price: $11.99 (Early Access)
- Players: 1 to 6 (online co-op)
- Developer: StudioGoupil
- Keywords: exorcism, supernatural investigation ,co-op, detective, atmospheric ,early access
- View on Steam
You track down entities with your detectors, identify them, then carry out the exorcism protocol to send them back before it’s too late. It supports up to six players ,which makes it a good fit if your friend group is bigger than four. It has the lowest score on this list ,so treat it as a budget option for fans who want more of the genre.
6. Pacify
- Steam review: Very Positive (87%)
- Price: $4.99
- Players: Single-player or online co-op (Steam mentions up to 6 friends)
- Developer: Shawn Hitchcock (Hitchcock Games)
- Keywords: haunted house, co-op horror, supernatural ,proximity voice chat, procedural ,indie
- View on Steam
In Pacify you pacify, weaken, and capture supernatural creatures for a company called PAH Inc. Each level has its own story, monsters, and multiple endings ,plus proximity voice chat with fun voice effects. Graphics are basic ,but at this price it’s an easy way to test a haunted-house night with friends.
Other Co-op Horror Games That Feel Like Phasmophobia
7. DEVOUR
- Steam review: Very Positive (90%)
- Price: $9.99
- Players: 1 to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: Straight Back Games
- Keywords: cult, possessed, survival horror, chase, objectives ,VR support
- View on Steam
DEVOUR is a co-op horror survival game where you stop possessed cultists before they drag you to hell. The pitch is simple: run, scream, hide ,and try not to get caught.
It’s faster and more frantic than Phasmophobia ,with objectives to complete under pressure instead of slow evidence gathering.
8. Lethal Company
- Steam review: Overwhelmingly Positive (97%)
- Price: $9.99 (Early Access)
- Players: Up to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: Zeekerss
- Keywords: scavenging, co-op horror ,proximity chat, funny ,sci-fi, procedural
- View on Steam
It’s a co-op horror game about scavenging abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company ,monsters roam the corridors, proximity voice chat makes every scream audible ,and the result swings between genuine dread and absurd comedy.
If your group loves the voice-chat moments in Phasmophobia, this is a natural next step.
9. R.E.P.O.
- Steam review: Overwhelmingly Positive (96%)
- Price: $9.99 (Early Access)
- Players: Up to 6 (online co-op)
- Developer: semiwork
- Keywords: physics, extraction, co-op horror, monsters ,comedy, proximity chat
- View on Steam
R.E.P.O. is an online co-op horror game for up to six players. You locate valuable ,fully physics-based objects and handle them carefully as you retrieve and extract them.
Drop something and the monsters will find you. It’s chaotic, funny ,and a bit scary, and it works well for groups of five or six.
10. Content Warning
- Steam review: Very Positive (93%)
- Price: $7.99
- Players: 2 to 4 (online co-op)
- Developer: Landfall (Skog, Zorro, Wilnyl, Philip, thePetHen)
- Keywords: horror comedy, filming, monsters, roguelike, co-op ,proximity chat
- View on Steam
Film your friends doing scary things to become SpöökTube famous, with the game’s own warning that it’s strongly advised not to go alone. You explore, record monsters, and upload the footage for views ,so the scares double as comedy material.
It’s the cheapest game on the second half of this list and great for short sessions.
How to Choose the Right Game
- I want the closest thing to Phasmophobia: Demonologist, Ghost Exile ,or Ghost Watchers.
- I want puzzles with my scares: FOREWARNED.
- I have a group of five or six: R.E.P.O. or Ghost Exorcism INC.
- I want chaos and laughs: Lethal Company ,R.E.P.O., or Content Warning.
- I’m on a tight budget: Pacify ($4.99) or Content Warning ($7.99).
FAQ: Games Like Phasmophobia
What is the closest game to Phasmophobia?
Demonologist and Ghost Exile are the nearest in structure ,since both have you identify a spirit and exorcise it. Ghost Watchers is similar, with more action.
Can I play these games solo?
Many of them have a single-player option, including Demonologist ,Ghost Exile, FOREWARNED, DEVOUR, and Pacify. Content Warning is built for groups ,and the game itself recommends not going alone.
Which games work on Steam Deck?
When I checked, Pacify, DEVOUR, Ghost Exorcism INC., and Content Warning were listed as Steam Deck Verified ,and others like Lethal Company and R.E.P.O. were listed as Playable. Check each Steam page for the latest status.
Do I need to play with voice chat?
It’s strongly recommended. Several of these games, including Pacify, Lethal Company ,and Content Warning, use proximity voice chat, and that’s a big part of the fun.
Are any of these games mature?
All of these are horror games with violence and scary themes. A few, such as DEVOUR and Ghost Watchers ,also carry a “Sexual Content” tag from Steam users ,so check the store page’s content descriptions if you’re buying for someone younger.
Final Thoughts
Phasmophobia set a high bar, but it isn’t the only way to get that “please don’t leave me alone in this room” feeling. If I had to pick one starting point ,I’d say Demonologist for pure ghost hunting ,and Lethal Company if you’d rather laugh and scream in equal measure. Both are well worth the price.
Looking for more? Browse our guides to the best co-op horror games on Steam and the best co-op survival horror games.
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