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Vote for the scariest game of all time: Round 1
PC Gamer is hosting a bracket-style tournament to determine the scariest PC game of all time. Readers nominated games, and the top 16 have been seeded into head-to-head matchups. Voting for the first round concludes on Wednesday, October 28, with subsequent rounds narrowing the field until a winner is revealed on Saturday.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent's co-founder explained the 'the dynamic of Steam' to Red Barrels after…
Red Barrels, the developers of Outlast, revealed that the success of Frictional Games' Amnesia: The Dark Descent was instrumental in their own development and marketing strategy. Amnesia's sales figures provided a benchmark, and its co-founder, Thomas Grip, later offered advice on navigating Steam's sales dynamics, which helped Outlast achieve significant commercial success.
No publishers wanted Outlast because they'd 'rather invest $50,000 in 10 mobile games' so Red Barrels relied on public investment programs and their own savings instead
Developer Red Barrels faced significant challenges securing publishers for its debut horror title, Outlast, with many preferring to invest in mobile games. The studio, co-founded by Philippe Morin, ultimately relied on public funding from the Canada Media Fund and personal savings to develop and release the game, which went on to sell millions of copies and spawn successful sequels.
Outlast designer says that one playtester was so upset by the horror series they 'ran out of the studio to go cry…
Red Barrels co-founder Phillipe Morin discussed the intense and graphic nature of the Outlast series, noting that some playtesters have been so affected they left the studio in tears. The company prioritizes transparency about its content during recruitment, though some individuals have still found the material too disturbing to continue working there. Despite the challenging content, the Outlast series has achieved significant commercial success.
No Publisher Wanted Outlast. 60 Million Players Later, The Horror Juggernaut Is Doing Just Fine.
Red Barrels' horror series Outlast, which began as a debut effort from a 10-person team with no publisher interest, has now attracted over 60 million players. The studio's founders, who left AAA studios, self-funded the first game and learned publishing on the fly, eventually finding success with the signature night-vision camera and unflinching gore. The latest entry, The Outlast Trials, has become their most successful game, embracing live-service elements while staying true to the series' core horror identity.
Achievement hunters: Can you identify the games these milestones are from?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify video games based on their achievement descriptions. It includes 17 questions covering a variety of titles and encourages players to share their favorite or most dreaded achievements.
Silent Hill: Townfall Is The Franchise’s Answer To Alien: Isolation, And It’s Already On Sale
Silent Hill: Townfall is being praised for its atmospheric horror gameplay, drawing comparisons to Alien: Isolation and Resident Evil 7. The game is available at a discounted price of $37.49 on Steam through Fanatical, offering a 25% saving at launch.
15 video game franchises that need to end - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that numerous long-running video game franchises have overstayed their welcome and should be retired to encourage innovation. Titles like Assassin's Creed, Call of Duty, Halo, and The Last of Us are cited as examples of games that have become repetitive and are primarily cash grabs, with the author suggesting developers should focus on new intellectual properties instead.
Interview: Holostars Vtuber Goldbullet Discusses His Hollow-Heart Horror Series
HOLOSTARS VTuber Goldbullet discusses his new animated horror series, Hollow-Heart, inspired by survival horror games like Resident Evil and Danganronpa. The episodic series, set in an alternate universe, will feature HOLOSTARS EN members and is planned for a Halloween 2026 release. Goldbullet also shares insights into his creative process and aspirations for future animation projects.
‘We did say we were going to work on it at some point:’ Red Barrels co-founder says a ‘project’ is in the works, and I sure hope it’s Outlast 3
Red Barrels co-founder Philippe Morin confirmed that the studio is working on a new game project in parallel to their live-service title, The Outlast Trials. While not explicitly named, Morin hinted that it could be Outlast 3, stating that the franchise's financial success makes a new entry logical. The studio is currently balancing development between two projects.
Red Barrels co-founder talks the future of horror, 15 years of Outlast, and what’s next for the franchise
Red Barrels co-founder Philippe Morin discusses the studio's 15-year journey, the evolution of the Outlast franchise from single-player horror to the co-op experience of The Outlast Trials, and the future of horror games. Morin touches on the challenges of game design, the impact of streamers, and the studio's plans for new projects alongside ongoing support for The Outlast Trials.
Finding the Success Recipe for the Games Launching in 2026
This analysis discusses key elements for game success in 2026, emphasizing targeting specific audiences over universal appeal and avoiding excessive monetization. It highlights the importance of innovative yet familiar mechanics, unique visuals, careful music selection, and learning from both successful indie titles and established games like Baldur's Gate and Stardew Valley. The article also predicts increased AI involvement, personalization, genre mashups, and a greater need for social media discovery.
50 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Hollywood is actively developing over 50 film and television adaptations of video game properties, ranging from major franchises like Elden Ring and Call of Duty to indie titles such as The Mortuary Assistant. While some projects like Death Stranding and Mortal Kombat 2 are further along, many others are in early development or face potential delays, with varying degrees of success seen in past video game movies.
