Comparison guide
Games like Dark Hours: similar indie games to play next
Dark Hours works because fast decisions, readable runs, and meaningful progression all click together. This guide starts from those signals and links you directly to our full reviews.
Why these games fit Dark Hours fans
Picked by shared tags, review scores, short verdicts, and editorial fit. The list is curated rather than a purely automatic sort.
6.5LOCKDOWN Protocol
Fun with friends, messy solo experience
Nov 18, 2025
If you liked Dark Hours, LOCKDOWN Protocol delivers familiar action, asymmetric and co-op for a seamless next pick. We scored it 6.5/10.
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9.0Absolum
Stunning roguelite beat ’em up with deep combos.
Oct 9, 2025
Absolum leans into action, co-op and indie, hitting the same notes that make Dark Hours click. We scored it 9.0/10.
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8.8Escape Simulator 2
Immersive co-op puzzles with strong editor tools.
Oct 27, 2025
Shared strengths in adventure, co-op and indie make Escape Simulator 2 an easy follow-up to Dark Hours. We scored it 8.8/10.
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