Best Scary Mystery Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to scary mystery games or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 249+ iOS apps and games has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Scary Mystery Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Scary Horror 2: Escape RoomScary Horror 2: Escape RoomFree4.6★ (1.8K)YesYesNov 2026
2Gloomy Tales: Halloween HotelGloomy Tales: Halloween HotelFree4.6★ (190)YesYesNov 2026
3Twisted StoryTwisted StoryFree4.7★ (2.9K)YesYesNov 2026
4True Fear: Forsaken Souls 3True Fear: Forsaken Souls 3Free4.7★ (329)NoYesNov 2026
5Haunted Manor 2Haunted Manor 2Free4.3★ (567)NoYesNov 2026
6An Elmwood TrailAn Elmwood TrailFree4.9★ (266K)NoYesNov 2026
7Mariam GameMariam GameFree4.1★ (9.5K)YesYesNov 2026
8Haunted Merge: Horror StoryHaunted Merge: Horror StoryFree4.8★ (3.2K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Scary Mystery Games

Scary Horror 2: Escape Room#1

Scary Horror 2: Escape Room by ARPAplus

True fear-creepy mystery game
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.6😊(1.8K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Embark on a terrifying escape room adventure filled with suspense, riddles, and unexpected plot twists. Solve challenging puzzles to uncover the truth behind your abduction and find your way out of a nightmare. This offline horror game offers a chilling story and immersive atmosphere.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Challenging puzzles
  • 🔒 Creepy atmosphere
  • 👍 Engaging storyline
  • 👍 Extensive gameplay
  • 👍 Good value for free game

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🔍 Unclear hints
  • 💸 Frequent ads
  • 🔍 Difficult to interact with certain items
Gloomy Tales: Halloween Hotel#2

Gloomy Tales: Halloween Hotel by DO GAMES LIMITED

Spooky hidden objects games
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.6😞(190 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Embark on a spooky adventure in a haunted hotel filled with secrets and creatures. Solve challenging puzzles and explore dark corners in this thrilling Halloween-themed hidden object game. Can you uncover the mysteries and survive the night?

What We Love

  • 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
  • 🎨 Terrific graphics and special effects
  • ⏱️ Lengthy game duration

Room to Improve

  • 🙄 Ads in the middle of puzzles
  • 🤔 Unintuitive gameplay mechanics
  • 🤯 Overly difficult mini-games
  • 🤖 Lack of touchscreen sensitivity
  • 🕰️ Distracting sales timer clocks
Twisted Story#3

Twisted Story by CHICKEN SKIN LLC

Something's wrong.
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.7(2.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in Games
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A mystery horror story game where you detect discomfort in conversations and avoid bad endings. Notice subtle oddities in dialogue and make choices carefully to steer clear of terrifying outcomes.

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FAQ about Scary Mystery Games

What are the best scary mystery games for iPhone?
Scary Horror 2: Escape Room tops our scary mystery games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 1.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top scary mystery games we rank are free to download, including Scary Horror 2: Escape Room and Gloomy Tales: Halloween Hotel.
Scary Horror 2: Escape Room shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ scary mystery games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.