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Directive 8020 review: One giant leap for sci-fi body horror
Directive 8020 is a sci-fi horror game that delivers body horror and a sense of cosmic insignificance, featuring a unique 'Turning Point' system that allows players to undo decisions. The game, developed and published by Supermassive Games, is available on PC and is expected to release on May 12, 2026, for $50. The review highlights the game's branching narrative, complex characters, and gruesome death scenes, noting its improvements over previous Supermassive titles.
I didn't think a 2D platformer could be scary, but oh boy did this game about a forsaken nun in a dead world of…
Metamorphosis is a unique and excellent 2D platformer with survival horror and body horror elements, featuring gruesome pixel art and superb sound design. Despite its initial slow start, the demo showcases a deeply unsettling atmosphere and challenging combat mechanics that reward player skill. The game is currently available as a demo on Steam with a release date to be announced.
Statues: Junji Ito Story Collection Is as Unsettling as You’d Expect
Statues: Junji Ito Story Collection is a compilation of 10 unsettling horror manga stories by Junji Ito, published by Viz Media. The collection features a range of tales, from general unease to graphic body horror, with stories originally published in the early 1990s. While some tales are more odd than terrifying, the overall quality showcases Ito's mastery of the genre.
Clayface trailer doesn't address Batman, but there are enough Gotham nods to suggest the Caped Crusader will show…
The first trailer for the DC body horror project Clayface has been released, featuring Matt Hagen. While the trailer heavily references Gotham and Batman lore, it does not explicitly confirm whether Robert Pattinson's Batman will appear in the project.
Clayface release date, plot, trailer, cast and more news
The DCU horror film Clayface is set to release on October 23, 2026, with James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU: Chapter One. Directed by James Watkins and scripted by horror maestro Mike Flanagan, the movie stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen/Clayface. The film will explore the origin story of the actor who becomes the shapeshifting villain after a disfiguring accident and a visit to an off-beat scientist.
First look at DC Studios' Clayface is more face than clay
DC Studios has revealed the first look at Clayface, starring Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, which is described as a full-on body horror film set to release on October 23. Additionally, James Gunn shared a cryptic first look at filming for Man of Tomorrow, which is slated for a July 9 release.
Tiny Chills: Not From Ear – Alpha Download | Alpha Beta Gamer
Tiny Chills: Not From Ear is a short, atmospheric body horror game where ear cleaning duties uncover disturbing anomalies and connect to a town's disappearances. The game features retro-styled visuals and an unfolding narrative that rewards player curiosity with unsettling revelations. An alpha version is available for download on PC.
Psychological Horror Experience About Becoming a Nuclear Missile, BRAINSHELL Demo, releases Today on Steam
The psychological horror game BRAINSHELL, which puts players inside a nuclear missile, has released its demo today on Steam. Developed by the Finnish BRAINSHELL Team, the game features experimental mouse-only controls, a story set in 1963 during the nuclear arms race, and visuals inspired by early PlayStation games.