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Paranormal Activity game isn't moving aheadThe development of the horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold has been canceled. Darkstone Digital's Brian Clarke stated that the project was not given the necessary time extension to become a great game, leading to the decision to "go separate ways" with the publisher. The cancellation is reportedly due to Paramount's merger with Warner Bros. and their desired Q4 2026 release window.- Paranormal Activity: Threshold Has Been CancelledDeveloper DarkStone Digital and publisher DreadXP have announced the cancellation of their upcoming horror game, Paranormal Activity: Threshold. The solo developer, Brian Clarke, cited a need for more development time, which Paramount, the IP holder, denied. Clarke chose to cancel the project rather than release a subpar product and plans to continue making horror games after a break.
- Paranormal Activity: Threshold Canceled as Developer Says Paramount Declined ExtensionDarkStone Digital founder Brian Clarke announced that the horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold has been canceled because Paramount declined a request for an extension of development time. Clarke stated that he chose to part ways with Paramount rather than release a subpar product, with publisher DreadXP supporting the decision. Despite the cancellation, Clarke plans to continue making horror games after a short break.
- Paranormal Activity: Threshold canceledPublisher DreadXP and developer DarkStone Digital have canceled the survival horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold, which was announced in 2024. No specific reasons for the cancellation were provided.
Paranormal Activity Game Canceled Because Paramount Wouldn't Give Its Devs More TimeParamount has canceled the development of the horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold after refusing a time extension request from developers Darkstone Digital and DreadXP. Creator Brian Clarke stated he would not release a subpar product and chose to part ways with the project. The game had previously received a positive reception at PAX East.- Paranormal Activity: Threshold freaked me out at PAX East 2026DarkStone Digital's demo for Paranormal Activity: Threshold at PAX East 2026 successfully captured the suspenseful atmosphere of the film franchise. The preview offered a glimpse into the game's horror elements.
CookieRun DevNow Showcase Highlights Open World Adventure, Chapter 2, and MoreThe CookieRun DevNow Showcase revealed several new titles and updates, including the ambitious open-world RPG CookieRun: New World targeting a 2029 release on mobile, PC, and console. Also announced were the casual idle RPG CookieRun: Crumble for the latter half of this year, and CookieRun: Kingdom – Chapter 2, launching in May with a new story arc and playable region. CookieRun: Kingdom also features an upcoming K-Pop collaboration and is available on mobile platforms.
Paranormal Activity: Threshold Demo Coming to PAX East 2026A playable demo for the upcoming horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold will be available at PAX East 2026. Developed by DarkStone Digital and DreadXP, the game features multiple timelines and investigative gameplay. Attendees can experience the demo at the DreadXP booth from March 26-29.
29 Best Horror Games To Play In The Dark In 2026This guide highlights 29 of the best horror games available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, suitable for playing in the dark. The list includes a variety of experiences, from solo adventures and co-op scares to big-budget sequels and indie hits, with updates provided throughout the year.