The Chant similar games & best alternatives

The Chant

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5 • 2022

Should you play it?

A single-player, third person horror action-adventure game set on a remote spiritual island retreat. To survive you must craft, fight, and escape the psychedelic horrors set loose when a spiritual ritual goes wrong and awakens a dimension of cosmic terror.

What works

  • Unique cosmic horror and cult story
  • Engaging combat with resource management
  • Atmospheric visuals and sound design
  • Interesting monster and environment design
  • Free dlc expanding story and gameplay

Things to keep in mind

  • Combat can feel clunky or repetitive
  • Short game length with limited replay value
  • Some story and character development feels rushed
  • Resource scarcity can be frustrating
  • Facial animations and some voice acting uneven

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Last update: 17/09/2026