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Best horror games for Android

Horror games use darkness, sound, scarce resources and sudden shocks to keep you on edge, covering survival horror, jump scares and being hunted.

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37 games ranked · How we rank

  1. Number 1: Granny

    DVloper

    4.3 out of 5 (4.4M) 500M+ installs

    A free, tense escape game that rewards patience and quiet movement over speed.

    Download Now: Granny Read our review of Granny

  2. Number 2: Eyes - The Horror Game

    Fearless Games sp. j.

    4.5 out of 5 (894.7K) 100M+ installs

    A free mobile horror game with offline solo play and online modes that suits players who enjoy learning a location while something hunts them.

    Download Now: Eyes - The Horror Game Read our review of Eyes - The Horror Game
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  1. Number 3: Horror Tale 2: Samantha

    Euphoria Horror Games

    4.6 out of 5 (53.4K) 10M+ installs

    A free episodic horror puzzle adventure with a strong 1990s setting and a mystery worth following, held back only by its ads and purchases.

    Download Now: Horror Tale 2: Samantha Read our review of Horror Tale 2: Samantha

  2. Number 4: Granny: Chapter Two

    DVloper

    4.3 out of 5 (1.3M) 100M+ installs

    A free, ad-supported stealth horror game that rewards patience and repetition inside one very dangerous house.

    Download Now: Granny: Chapter Two Read our review of Granny: Chapter Two

  3. Number 5: The Baby In Yellow

    Team Terrible

    4.3 out of 5 (683.3K) 100M+ installs

    A free, short horror game with a memorable hook, best for players who like their scares playful and bite-sized.

    Download Now: The Baby In Yellow Read our review of The Baby In Yellow

  4. Number 6: Scary Teacher 3D

    Z & K Games

    4.2 out of 5 (2.1M) 100M+ installs

    A free, ad-supported prank game with a memorable premise, 15 rooms to explore and enough timed tension to keep younger players engaged.

    Download Now: Scary Teacher 3D Read our review of Scary Teacher 3D
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  1. Number 7: Granny 3

    DVloper

    4.2 out of 5 (628K) 100M+ installs

    A free, tense stealth escape game that rewards patience and repeated attempts, with ads as the trade-off.

    Download Now: Granny 3 Read our review of Granny 3

  2. Number 8: DuoMix

    MUSIC HERO

    4.5 out of 5 (81.4K) 5M+ installs

    A free, spooky-themed music game that suits casual tinkerers who want quick creative fun rather than serious production.

    Download Now: DuoMix Read our review of DuoMix

  3. Number 9: Only You Are Here

    Kids Games LLC

    4.5 out of 5 (72.3K) 5M+ installs

    A moody first-person horror adventure about escaping a dream, best for players who enjoy multiple endings and hidden secrets.

    Download Now: Only You Are Here Read our review of Only You Are Here

  4. Number 10: Hide in The Backrooms: Horror

    CASUAL AZUR GAMES

    4.1 out of 5 (42.6K) 50M+ installs

    A free, ad-free horror game of hide and seek with noclip escapes and relentless nextbots, best for players who want fast, tense rounds.

    Download Now: Hide in The Backrooms: Horror Read our review of Hide in The Backrooms: Horror

More of the best horror games

  1. 11 Baldi's Basics® Classic Basically, Games! 4.2 50M+
  2. 12 Fridge Horror Game Honor apps 4.4 5M+
  3. 13 Five Nights at Freddy's Clickteam USA LLC 4.7 1M+
  4. 14 Carrion DevolverDigital 4.3 1M+
  5. 15 Five Nights at Freddy's 2 Clickteam USA LLC 4.6 1M+
  6. 16 Haunted Merge: Horror Story WhaleJoy Game Limited 4.7 1M+
  7. 17 Siren horror: Big head game 3d Khadiev - Scary Horror Games 3D 4.2 10M+
  8. 18 Ultimate Custom Night Clickteam USA LLC 4.6 1M+
  9. 19 Little Nightmares Playdigious 4.4 1M+
  10. 20 Silent Castle: Survive Harvest Star Game 4.4 10M+
  11. 21 Five Nights at Freddy's 4 Clickteam USA LLC 4.5 1M+
  12. 22 Nextbots In Backrooms: Shooter HOOKAH GAMES IT SERVICE L.L.C 4.3 10M+
  13. 23 Hello Neighbor Nicky's Diaries tinyBuild 4.2 10M+
  14. 24 FNaF 6: Pizzeria Simulator Clickteam USA LLC 4.6 500K+
  15. 25 Five Nights at Freddy's 3 Clickteam USA LLC 4.5 500K+
  16. 26 Five Nights at Freddy's: SL Clickteam USA LLC 4.5 500K+
  17. 27 Hello Neighbor tinyBuild 3.9 50M+
  18. 28 Nightmare Puzzles: The Unknown CYLINDER GLOBAL PTE. LTD. 4.2 10M+
  19. 29 Poppy Playtime Chapter 1 Mob Entertainment 4.3 1M+
  20. 30 Bunker: Zombie Survival Games Go Dreams 4.3 5M+
  21. 31 Poppy Playtime Chapter 3 Mob Entertainment 4.4 100K+
  22. 32 Poppy Playtime Chapter 2 Mob Entertainment 4.0 500K+
  23. 33 HorrorCraft: Dark Realms SimulationCraft Studios 3.9 1M+
  24. 34 Dead by Extraction PIXEL RABBIT LIMITED 3.9 500K+
  25. 35 Left 4 Exfil PIXEL RABBIT LIMITED 4.3 50K+
  26. 36 Escape Giant Obby SfantasticGames 3.8 1M+
  27. 37 Identity V NetEase Games 2.7 10M+
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About horror games

They bring scary stories and intense moments to a phone and suit players who enjoy suspense, puzzle-solving under pressure or the thrill of escape. Some rely on scripted jump scares and linear paths, while others emphasize hiding, stealth and unpredictable enemies. Some focus on story and exploration, others on repeated runs and resource management. The main differences are how fear is delivered and how much control you have over the pace.

What to look for

  • Check how the game handles jump scares versus sustained dread, because some players prefer a slow build while others want sudden shocks.
  • Look at the control scheme, since touchscreen movement and camera angles can make or break tense moments, especially when being chased.
  • See whether the game can be played offline, as many horror titles rely on streaming or online checks that limit when you can play.
  • Understand how the game makes money, such as ads between chapters or in-app purchases for hints, because these can interrupt the atmosphere.
  • Read about save systems and difficulty, as limited saves or unforgiving enemies can add tension but also frustration for some players.

How we rank

Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.