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This article discusses various gaming topics, including Bungie's new extraction shooter Marathon, the future of the Final Fantasy series amidst declining youth interest, and the rise of Mascot Horror games like Five Nights at Freddy's. It also touches on indie horror games and a potential connection between the character Nate from Baby Steps and Nathan Drake.
Best Android Horror Games – Happy Halloween!
With Halloween approaching, this guide highlights the best horror games available on Android. The list includes a variety of titles such as Fran Bow, Limbo, Alien: Isolation, Five Nights at Freddy's Series, and The Walking Dead: Season One, offering diverse scares and gameplay mechanics for mobile players.
20 Horror Games to Keep an Eye on in 2026 and Beyond
The horror game genre is set for a significant expansion with ambitious titles planned for 2026 and beyond. This list highlights 20 upcoming horror games, including Silent Hill: Townfall, which focuses on psychological storytelling, atmospheric tension, and narrative-driven experiences with surreal horror elements and puzzles.
The director of Tales of Kenzera: Zau learned his most important game development lesson while working with Ridley Scott: 'That's why we're able to make games faster'
Surgent Studios, facing financial difficulties after its debut game Tales of Kenzera: Zau underperformed, has pivoted to a faster development model. Inspired by conversations with Pocketpair and the work ethic of Ridley Scott, director Abubakar Salim led the studio to release two distinct games, Dead Take and FixForce, focusing on sustainability and iterative learning.
Steam made him "radioactive," but the creator of banned horror game Horses wants his next project to be just…
Andrea Lucco Borlera, the creator of the horror game Horses, discusses the challenges he faces after the game was banned from Steam and Epic Games. He describes the game's surrealist horror themes and his determination to continue developing similar projects despite publisher concerns.
Get every Frictional horror game ever made—Penumbra, Amnesia, and SOMA—for just $15 in this screamingly good…
Humble Bundle is offering a collection of Frictional Games horror titles, including the Penumbra trilogy, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, Amnesia: Rebirth, Amnesia: The Bunker, and SOMA, for $15. The bundle is available until April 1, with Steam keys needing to be redeemed by April 1, 2027.
James Marsden Spills X-Men Secrets, and Servers Go Flyi... | TAG
This gaming news roundup covers several topics including a discount on a Tomtoc Nintendo Switch 2 carrying case, Crimson Desert potentially coming to Switch 2 with some compromises, and Sonya Walger cast as Freya in Amazon's God of War series. It also touches on James Marsden's X-Men line, a server rack tossing competition, rumored 2026 game releases, an unofficial browser port of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, free mobile games from Epic Games Store, a Silent Hill F DLC for Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Dispatch coming to Xbox, and Saros being made easier than Returnal based on player feedback. Finally, it notes Netflix's recent price increase.
There's No Sign Of Silent Hill F On Switch 2, So This Fatal Frame DLC Will Do
Koei Tecmo has released free DLC for Fatal Frame II on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Silent Hill f-inspired cosmetic items. While there is no current sign of Silent Hill titles for the console, this collaboration offers a taste of horror crossovers. Fatal Frame II itself received a 7/10 review for its atmospheric horror.
Is this really the most terrifying video game enemy?
This article discusses whether spiders are the most terrifying enemy in video games, arguing that despite their common use in horror titles, they often lack originality compared to more unique monsters. The author suggests that while arachnophobia makes spiders frightening for some, developers may include them as a reliable way to evoke fear in a segment of the player base.
Dead by Daylight’s 10th Anniversary Party Tickets Drop — A Decade of Terror Deserves a Celebration
Behaviour Interactive is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its asymmetrical horror game Dead by Daylight with a special party, with tickets now on sale. The article reflects on the game's decade-long journey from a niche title to a mainstream success, highlighting its enduring community and consistent development.
Resident Evil Requiem's Grace actor did "a lot of research" into panic disorders, which makes playing the game with a real-life anxiety condition the scariest the series has ever been
Resident Evil Requiem is considered the scariest in the series due to Angela Sant'Albano's portrayal of Grace Ashcroft, who experiences panic attacks and anxiety. Sant'Albano conducted extensive research into panic disorders to authentically capture the character's struggles, which are further emphasized by in-game mechanics like an unsteady aim and proneness to tripping. The game's depiction of anxiety aims to raise awareness for the condition.
I'm even more excited for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil adaptation now I know he's beaten Requiem twice
Director Zach Cregger, known for 'Barbarian', has expressed his excitement for the upcoming Resident Evil film adaptation, revealing he has completed 'Resident Evil Requiem' twice. While Cregger has played many Resident Evil games, he admitted 'Resident Evil Village' was too scary for him to finish. The new film is planned for release later this year and will not directly follow game plots or past movie installments.
Almost Every PS VR2 Game Reviewed (Part Fifteen / Letter O) - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
This review covers multiple PlayStation VR2 titles, including Odania: Sports Arena, Oh Shape Ultimate, Oniriam, Operation Serpens, Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission VR, Organ Quarter, and OVRDARK: A Do Not Open Story. The article assesses each game based on fun and jank, offering recommendations and warnings for potential players.
Amazing fan concept shows off what RE9 would look like with a classic fixed camera—and I think it should make a comeback
A fan concept reimagines Resident Evil 9 with a classic fixed camera perspective, sparking discussion about its potential return. The article argues that this perspective, largely absent in modern games, could enhance tension and atmosphere in horror titles like Resident Evil 9 and Signalis.
Something for the Weekend – 14/03/26
This week's gaming news includes updates on Resident Evil Requiem DLC, Fortnite Save the World going free-to-play, Epic Games increasing V-Bucks prices, and layoffs at EA's Battlefield Studios. New releases and DLCs like Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Adorable Adventures, and Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core are also highlighted, alongside a closed beta for Tropico 7. Reviews were published for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Laysara: Summit Kingdom, and Fatal Frame II: The Crimson Butterfly Remake, among others. Early impressions of Bungie's Marathon and Ready or Not's Boiling Point DLC were shared, along with an interview about Rainbow Six Mobile.
Reframed: How the Fatal Frame II Remake Scared Its Way Through Development
Game directors Hidehiko Nakajima and Makoto Shibata discussed the development of the Fatal Frame II remake, sharing insights into designing horror games and the real-life inspirations behind its terrifying narrative. The original Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly was released in 2003 and is considered a classic in the Japanese horror genre.
Rob Pardo says 'love' is the most important development milestone
Game directors Hidehiko Nakajima and Makoto Shibata discussed the development of the Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, highlighting the keys to designing effective horror games. They also touched upon the real-life inspirations behind the game's haunting elements.
Making the case for strong (human) narrative editors
Game directors Hidehiko Nakajima and Makoto Shibata discuss the development of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, focusing on the keys to designing effective horror games and the real-life inspirations behind its haunting narrative. The remake is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
29 Best Horror Games To Play In The Dark In 2026
This 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.
The 16 Best Horror Games On Xbox Game Pass In 2026
This guide highlights the 16 best horror games available on Xbox Game Pass, catering to various tastes within the genre, from multiplayer zombie survival to single-player space horror. It includes titles like DayZ, Dead by Daylight, The Evil Within 2, and the Dead Space remake, offering a comprehensive look at the scariest experiences on the service.
