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8 Games Like The Quarry To Question Your Everything in 2025

My hunt for games like The Quarry began the moment I finished my fifth playthrough of this 2022 interactive horror hit. After spending years perfecting their craft with multiple critically acclaimed titles under their belt, Supermassive Games outdid themselves once again.

And that’s how we got the most polished narrative horror game yet – a teen slasher that’s a masterclass in cinematic storytelling, player choice, and genuine scares.

But what if you’ve already guided those nine summer camp counselors through their harrowing night at Hackett’s Quarry? Well, you might be surprised how many phenomenal titles capture that same brilliant mix of meaningful decisions and edge-of-your-seat tension.

From supernatural mysteries to psychological thrillers, these are the best games to follow the same choice-driven horror formula.

Our Top Picks for Games Like The Quarry

Before diving into the full list, here are the cream-of-the-crop – games that embody all the best qualities everybody loves The Quarry for:

  1. Until Dawn (2015) – the spiritual predecessor that set the standard for interactive horror.
  2. The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes (2021) – a military horror story with mysterious threats lurking in ancient ruins.
  3. The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series (2012) – an emotional zombie apocalypse where your choices determine who survives.
  4. The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan (2019) – a ghost ship mystery that filled with psychological horror and confined spaces.

This only scratches the surface, so keep reading to discover more about fantastic The Quarry alternatives, each offering its own unique twist on interactive horror games.

8 Best Games Like The Quarry: Narratives For Scares

If you loved making life-or-death decisions in The Quarry, you’re in for a treat. I chose the following games based on their strong narrative focus, branching storylines, and the promise to keep you on the edge of your seat.

1. Until Dawn

Until Dawn
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2015PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5Supermassive Games

As one of the most beloved horror games of its generation, Until Dawn is the gold standard for interactive horror storytelling. Eight friends trapped on a snowy mountain must survive until dawn while facing an unearthly threat and their own fears.

The stellar cast, including Rami Malek and Hayden Panettiere, also brings these characters to life with astonishing motion-capture performances.

What makes this game the top pick is its butterfly effect system – every choice has enormous consequences that ripple throughout the story. I’ve seen entire character arcs change based on split-second decisions made hours earlier. The tension builds masterfully as you juggle both immediate threats and long-term consequences.

Until Dawn perfectly balances teen drama with next-level horror, which feels both familiar and fresh, even for regular horror game enjoyers. You’ll find yourself second-guessing every decision as you try to keep everyone alive until morning – though in my experience, that’s harder than it sounds.

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2. The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes

The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2021PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/SSupermassive Games

Brought by the creators of The Quarry, House of Ashes is one of my favorite adventure games thanks to the seamless combination of military action and supernatural dread. Set during the Iraq War, it follows American and Iraqi soldiers who discover an ancient Sumerian temple hiding unthinkable horrors.

The claustrophobic underground setting creates an atmosphere of constant anxiety and uncertainty.

While the setting is already intriguing on its own, the biggest catch is its character dynamics, forcing former enemies to work together for survival. As you get to know the cast, each decision feels properly weighted with both personal and group consequences, as you face an unknown threat that no amount of combat experience could prepare anyone for.

However, the quick-time events feel more refined than in previous The Dark Pictures titles, which I can give loads of praise for. To be exact, they test your reflexes enough without feeling unfair. The branching storylines also offer multiple endings worth exploring, though you’ll definitely need steady nerves to see them all.

Get your copy of The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes >

3. The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series

The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2012PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, mobileTelltale Games, Skybound Games

Telltale’s The Walking Dead is widely regarded as one of the most enjoyable zombie games ever created and for a good reason. Lee and Clementine’s journey through the zombie apocalypse revolutionized narrative gaming and proves that the scariest prospect is not survival, but who we can become when society is no more. And trust me, you’ll feel your heart race during certain choices that give no clear “right” answer.

The main hook of this series is its vibrant characters and their development. Unlike many zombie stories that focus on gore, Telltale doubles down on the human side of the apocalypse and choices that may haunt you later. Each episode builds on all your previous decisions and blends into a truly personal journey.

That being said, the best way to experience this emotional rollercoaster is through The Definitive Series, as it bundles all seasons with enhanced graphics and bonus features.

Get your copy of The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series >

4. The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan

The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2019PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo SwitchSupermassive Games

Unlike its action-focused brother House of Ashes, Man of Medan feels more influenced by popular survival games of its time. This first entry in The Dark Pictures Anthology follows five friends whose diving trip turns into a nightmare aboard a World War II era freighter. Here, the confined spaces and twisting reality create a uniquely claustrophobic horror experience.

What stood out to me was its multiplayer option. I’ve played through it both alone and with my brother using the online co-op mode, and both experiences felt entirely different. The shared story mode turns horror gaming into a somewhat social experience, where your friend’s choices can either help or doom your characters.

As you’d expect, the branching narrative offers more than a few endings and countless creative death scenes, so multiple playthroughs are encouraged. On the other hand, I must mention that some quick-time events can feel punishing, but the atmosphere and story twists make it worth the occasional frustration.

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5. Life is Strange: Complete Season

Life is Strange: Complete Season
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2015PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, MobileDONTNOD Entertainment

If The Quarry’s horror elements were a bit much for you, then games like Life is Strange are a good alternative, mixing supernatural elements with emotional drama.

As photography student Max Caulfield, you discover the power to rewind time, but every change you make has unforeseen consequences. And the game’s Pacific Northwest setting becomes a moody stage to match this story.

Unlike traditional interactive horror games, the real fear here comes from the butterfly effect of your choices. I’ve found myself rewinding decisions time and time again, only to realize there’s no perfect solution. Life is Strange also tackles heavy themes like bullying, mental health, and loss with surprising maturity for its setting.

The relationship between Max and her best friend Chloe is the emotional foundation of the story and, for me at least, making each decision felt more personal than any monster encounter could. When combined with the time-rewind mechanic, it creates moments of genuine fear of the consequences of playing with fate.

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6. Detroit: Become Human

Detroit: Become Human
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2018PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5Quantic Dream

I couldn’t let myself sleep at night if I didn’t mention one of my top story games of the last decade – Detroit: Become Human.

In this story, you follow three androids whose unlikely tales suddenly interweave in a dystopian near-future Detroit, where every decision can lead to drastically different outcomes. And to be frank, the game’s branching narrative system is one of the most impressive I’ve seen to this day.

The visual production is simply stunning, with some of the most realistic character models in gaming overall. Each of the three protagonists offers a unique perspective on the story, and their paths can cross or diverge based on your choices.

The game’s flowchart system also lets you see exactly how your decisions affected the story and helps you explore new paths on your next playthroughs.

While Detroit: Become Human is not horror in the traditional sense, the game creates real tension through its high-stakes scenarios and permanent character deaths. One wrong move can eliminate a character from the story entirely, so you better be ready for every fast decision or crucial quick-time event on your path.

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7. Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2010PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5Quantic Dream

Heavy Rain is a psychological crime thriller that pioneered many of the features we see as standard in modern interactive dramas.

Following four characters investigating the Origami Killer, the game creates suspense through its realistic approach to crime and consequences. For example, each playable character can die permanently, changing the story’s direction completely.

What this game is best known for, is making mundane moments feel intense through its innovative quick-time event system. I’ve found myself stressed even doing simple tasks like making breakfast or changing a baby’s diaper, thanks to the game’s ability to turn any situation into a “meaningful moment”.

Jokes aside, while Heavy Rain has somewhat aged graphically, the noir atmosphere and branching narrative paths still hold up surprisingly well. The story tackles dark themes with maturity, and the multiple endings provide genuine motivation for at least a few replays.

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8. Road 96

Road 96
Release YearPlatformsDeveloper
2021PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo SwitchDigixArt

Road 96 is one of the nicest indie games to pick up for a more lighthearted take on The Quarry and its choice-based storytelling. And the best part – it offers a truly fresh direction on top of its procedurally generated road trip adventure.

Set in the mysterious dystopian country of Petria, you must attempt to escape across the border, meeting loads of different characters and making choices that affect both you and your nation.

One of the first things you’ll notice right out of the bat is the vast variety of mini-games and interaction styles that keep the gameplay fresh. But we’re here for the story, so the branching narrative takes note of your choices which will matter to both your character’s fate and the larger story.

What makes this game extremely fun is how each playthrough creates a different combination of events and characters. While it doesn’t have horror segments, the game is jam-packed with the tension of a political thriller and the constant threat of capture… or worse. But, of course, no spoilers here.

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FAQs

What kind of game is The Quarry?

The Quarry is an interactive horror game where your choices directly shape the fate of nine camp counselors trying to survive the night.

How many endings does The Quarry have?

The Quarry features 186 different endings. Each playthrough can end with different outcomes based on your choices and character survival combinations.

Is The Quarry harder than Until Dawn?
No, The Quarry features more forgiving quick-time events and gameplay mechanics. This makes it more accessible without sacrificing narrative depth.

What are the top 3 games like The Quarry on Xbox Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass includes Telltale’s The Walking Dead, As Dusk Falls, and Road 96. They offer similar choice-based stories with great characters.

Dovydas Vėsa

Contributing Writer | MMORPGs, FPS, racing, and action aficionado

I specialize in MMORPGs, FPS, racing, and action games, but still praise Assassin's Creed II as the greatest. My approach blends over 10 years of in-depth analysis of all the latest games, industry trends, and everything behind the curtains.

I'm driven by love for video games as a medium, believing they represent the highest form of art, combining music, writing, cinema, and many more. My goal is to share my knowledge and enthusiasm, helping others discover the games that best suit their tastes.