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Silent Hill Remake Coming 2027, First Cast Details Leaked
A new leak suggests that the remake of the 1999 horror game Silent Hill, developed by Bloober Team, has been in development since 2022 and is targeting a 2027 release. The leak also provided initial details about the cast.
The best feature in the original Alan Wake is an absence: the man has no reticle
This article analyzes how the absence of a traditional reticle in the original Alan Wake contributes to its unique atmosphere and gameplay. While Agent Nightingale's inability to aim effectively is presented humorously, the lack of a reticle for the player character enhances panic and immersion, a design choice contrasted with Alan Wake 2's more traditional approach to accessibility.
Buckshot Roulette coming to Nintendo Switch
The horror game Buckshot Roulette, known for its "Russian roulette with shotguns" gameplay, is coming to the Nintendo Switch. Developed by Critical Reflex, the game features intense 15-20 minute rounds against "The Dealer" and a gritty underworld nightclub atmosphere. A release window for the Switch version has not yet been announced.
We're giving away a limited edition Dead by Daylight 10th Anniversary Collector's Set
Behaviour Interactive is giving away a limited edition Dead by Daylight 10th Anniversary Collector's Set to celebrate the game's decade of success. The sold-out $250 set includes a statue, replica flashlight, art book, killer pins, and in-game rewards. The giveaway is open to residents of the US and UK and runs until October 27.
Phasmophobia’s 30 Million Sales Started With a 1,000-Unit Goal
Phasmophobia has surpassed 30 million sales across PC and consoles since its 2020 Early Access launch. Kinetic Games, led by director Daniel Knight, originally aimed to sell only 1,000 units in the first year. The studio also confirmed the return of the Crimson Eye Halloween event and plans for a 1.0 release in the second half of 2027.
Silent Hill, Gravity Rush director's Bokeh Game Studio is reportedly casting for a new horror game
Bokeh Game Studio, founded by Keiichiro Toyama, is reportedly casting for a new, as-yet-untitled horror game. The casting call suggests mature themes and creature transformation, similar to Toyama's previous title, Slitterhead, which received a mixed reception despite a positive review from Eurogamer.
Now this is spelhelg!
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, spanning various genres and titles. Plans include playing Control, Gears of War: E-Day, Pocky & Rocky Reshrined, My Summer Vacation, Tyranny, Resident Evil 4, Galactic Racer, and the new puzzle game Order of the Sinking Star.
Draw maps of a vampiric lighthouse that defies logic in This Is Not For You, the latest horror game inspired by House of Leaves
Interactive Dreams has announced This Is Not For You, a new horror game inspired by House of Leaves. Players control Ulysses, a shipwrecked sailor trapped in a dimension-defying lighthouse where navigation is illogical and blood is slowly drained. The game encourages map-drawing and is set to release next year.
Epic Games Store is giving away a free medieval city puzzler, plus a sense-based horror game
The Epic Games Store is offering two free games for a limited time: TerraScape, a cozy medieval city-puzzler, and Out of Sight, a sense-based horror game. Both titles are available until October 15th, with TerraScape also featuring an Ancient Egypt DLC.
Phasmophobia Hits 30 Million Sales as Crimson Eye Returns | Invision Game Community
Phasmophobia has achieved over 30 million sales worldwide, coinciding with the return of its annual Crimson Eye Halloween event. Kinetic Games announced the milestone as they continue development towards a 1.0 release in late 2027. The success has also led Kinetic Games to launch a publishing division to support independent developers.
Dead by Daylight's Nier Automata crossover brings 2B to The Fog, and I really hope this heralds a sequel
Dead by Daylight has released a crossover event featuring cosmetic outfits for 2B and A2 from Nier: Automata, alongside an outfit inspired by Emil for The Legion. While the crossover is purely cosmetic, the article speculates that it could herald a new Nier game, given the success of Nier: Automata and the closure of Nier Re[in]carnation.
Deadlock isn't a MOBA or a third-person shooter anymore—City Never Sleeps has turned it into a horror game
The article argues that Valve's Deadlock has transformed into a horror game following its 'City Never Sleeps' update, despite its MOBA and third-person shooter roots. The author recounts terrifying encounters with new characters like the Rat King and Abrams, highlighting how unpredictable player actions and new mechanics create a frightening experience.
TOYCRAFTER Review | TheXboxHub
TOYCRAFTER is a first-person horror game where players take on the role of a toy maker. While starting as a mundane task simulator, the game introduces narrative horror elements and jumpscares as the week progresses. The review notes that the game's central twist is predictable and that its gameplay loop, described as similar to a walking simulator, may not appeal to all players.
Why is Hideo Kojima so quiet about OD? "This time I don't want to reveal much," says Metal Gear and Death…
Hideo Kojima stated that despite the lack of recent news on his upcoming horror game OD, development is progressing steadily. He explained that the Screen Actors Guild strikes impacted shooting schedules, but work, including dubbing, is ongoing and expected to continue into 2027. Kojima also mentioned that Xbox was the only publisher that didn't find his pitch for OD "crazy."
What we've been playing - "That's one of gaming's great cities, that is"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Bertie revisits The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, praising its immersive city of Novigrad. Dom discusses the challenging campaign of Gears of War: E-Day on Hardcore difficulty. Kelsey expresses delight in Silent Hill: Townfall, appreciating its blend of the Silent Hill IP with a UK setting. Chris recounts how the mobile party game Heads Up! provided unexpected fun at a social gathering.
GameSpot’s September 2026 Staff Picks
GameSpot's staff highlights their favorite recent game releases, focusing on hidden gems and overlooked titles. The picks include a variety of genres such as a job simulator, a gacha game, an action-heavy combat game, an action-platformer, a turn-based tactics game, a simulation game, a horror game, and a TCG simulator.
Silent Hill: Townfall Comes Out to “Mixed” Reviews on PC, Konami Confirms Patch is in Development
Silent Hill: Townfall has launched on PC with "Mixed" user reviews, citing significant performance issues and technical problems. Despite these criticisms, the game's visuals and atmosphere have been praised. Konami has confirmed a patch is in development for the PC version. The PlayStation 5 version, however, received a positive review score of 9 out of 10, with praise for its story, pacing, and gameplay mechanics.
Silent Hill: Townfall's Scotland setting is "really weird for players," but it's one of the game's highlights
Silent Hill: Townfall's developers at Screen Burn have chosen Scotland as the game's setting, a decision that writer and director Jon McKellan believes is a unique strength. Producer Motoi Okamoto also discussed the choice with Konami. The first-person perspective and atmospheric Scottish environment are highlighted as key elements for player connection and tension.
Hideo Kojima confirms Bill Skarsgård is Physint's lead actor, gives production update on mysterious horror game OD
Hideo Kojima provided updates on his upcoming games, OD and Physint, during Xbox's Tokyo Game Show broadcast. Physint, now published by Xbox after Sony stepped away, will star Bill Skarsgård in the lead role. Development on the horror game OD is proceeding smoothly, with Kojima emphasizing its unique and fear-testing nature.
OD is "progressing smoothly," Hideo Kojima says, teasing it as a "completely new kind of game that tests…
Hideo Kojima has provided an update on his new horror game, OD, stating that development is progressing smoothly and on schedule. Performance capture and ADR recording have resumed, with actors Sophia Lillis and Hunter Schafer delivering intense performances. Kojima described OD as a new kind of game that tests the thresholds of fear.
