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Little Nightmares III - The Backstage Review | TheXboxHub
The Backstage, the first story DLC for Little Nightmares III, returns players to the nightmare with a new co-op partner, Dime, and a head torch mechanic. This DLC introduces a new enemy, The Puppeteer, and offers more challenging puzzles than the base game. Despite its short length, the DLC provides a terrifying and visually impressive experience that maintains the series' signature atmosphere.
Obsession has officially passed Sinners to become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade so far
The horror film Obsession has become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade, earning approximately $371 million worldwide against a $750,000 budget. It surpassed Sinners, which grossed $370.3 million globally. Director Curry Barker is considering a sequel for Obsession but wants to wait several years.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 29, 2026
This week's gaming releases include Monopoly: Star Wars – Heroes vs. Villains on June 30, Attack on Titan 3 on July 1, and Rhythm Paradise Groove and Hyperwired on July 2. HAUNTMATES, a co-op horror investigation game, will also be released on July 3. The article highlights the variety of genres and platforms available for these new titles.
PS5 Getting Surprise Remaster of Cult Classic 2008 Action Game
A remaster of the 2008 cult-classic horror game Ao Oni is coming to PlayStation 5 on July 3 for $9.99. Developed by Game Studio, the remaster was previously released on PC and Nintendo Switch. It includes new modes like High Speed Mode and Ao Oni Ai’s Story.
Hideki Kamiya thinks there should be a cozy Resident Evil game, where 'retired Leon goes fishing in the…
Game director Hideki Kamiya, known for his work on the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 2, has proposed a concept for a cozy, non-scary Resident Evil game. He envisions a title where a retired Leon Kennedy engages in activities like fishing, gardening, and baking, rather than survival horror. Kamiya suggested this idea to Capcom, expressing his own desire to play such a game.
Village of the Curse Review | TheXboxHub
Village of the Curse is a low-budget, first-person horror game from Leakage Games where players explore an abandoned village filled with secrets and superstition. While it offers a short, atmospheric experience with some jump scares and environmental storytelling, it treads familiar ground and lacks significant innovation. The game is suitable for players seeking a quick horror fix and easy achievements on Xbox platforms.
Amanda the Adventurer 3 Review | TheXboxHub
Amanda the Adventurer 3 concludes the creepy puzzle trilogy with a satisfying narrative resolution, moving from the attic and library to the Hameln Entertainment facility. The gameplay retains its first-person perspective, with puzzles based on watching in-game TV episodes, offering an upgrade in clarity over the previous installment. Despite some minor frustrations with pausing tapes, the game's environments, sound design, and voice acting contribute to a fitting and emotional end to the series.
Creepy Shift: House For Sale Review | TheXboxHub
Creepy Shift: House For Sale is a first-person horror game that blends job simulator mechanics with supernatural elements, focusing on a duo that cleans haunted houses. Players uncover clues about a family's mysterious disappearance while performing cleaning tasks and solving puzzles, all while dealing with ghostly encounters. Despite some minor control and physics issues, the game offers a fun and addictive experience with a compelling story and effective jump scares.
What Have You Done, Father? Review | TheXboxHub
What Have You Done, Father? is a first-person horror game that puts players in the shoes of Father Mathias Marton in 1940s Transylvania, who becomes entangled in a murder mystery after succumbing to temptation. The game offers a compelling narrative with religious and detective elements, enhanced by atmospheric environmental storytelling. Despite some technical hiccups and pacing issues, the game's unique story and strong atmosphere make it a worthwhile experience for fans of narrative-driven titles.
Konami fans rejoice, there's Prime Days deals just for us
Konami titles are featured in Prime Day deals, offering discounts on games like Silent Hill f and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. While Silent Hill 2 is currently sold out, other Konami games are available with significant price reductions, catering to fans of horror and action RPG genres.
Vampire: The Masquerade's D&D crossover is a condescending cave-in to people who are afraid of trying something…
This opinion piece discusses the recent announcement of a Vampire: The Masquerade rulebook for Dungeons & Dragons, titled Bound by Blood. While acknowledging its potential appeal to D&D players and character-building enthusiasts, the author expresses frustration with the industry's tendency to integrate existing IPs into D&D rather than promoting dedicated systems for specific genres like horror or vampire themes. The article encourages players to explore dedicated Vampire: The Masquerade systems for a more authentic experience.
Keep the Facility Secure When Security 51 Launches on July 27
Alawar announced that its atmospheric horror security guard simulator, Security 51, will launch on Steam on July 27th. Players will step into the role of a security officer within Area 51, tasked with monitoring access and following protocols to contain anomalies.
Silent Hill f Gets Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Collaboration Costume
Silent Hill f has received a free update adding collaboration costumes from Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Players can now equip the Crimson Butterfly costume on protagonist Hinako, making her resemble Fatal Frame 2's Mio Amakura. This cosmetic update is available for all players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Three Axes Bar: Paid or Pain – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Three Axes Bar: Paid or Pain is a new roguelite horror game inspired by Buckshot Roulette, where players must survive rounds in an infernal bar by cheating a slot machine and a strange barman. The game features over 100 items for synergies, meta-progression, and multiple endings based on player choices. A beta sign-up is currently available.
The Scourge | Tai Ương - 20% Off for Steam Summer Sale
Rare Reversee's psychological horror puzzle game, The Scourge: Tai Ương, is available for 20% off on Steam during the Summer Sale until July 10. The game, set in 1990s Saigon and inspired by Vietnamese urban legends, has received "Overwhelmingly Positive" recent reviews on Steam. A free demo is also available.
Omen Exitio: Hunger Released
Omen Exitio: Hunger, a horror-themed investigative adventure game from Tiny Bull Studios and 2P Games, has been released on Steam for Windows and macOS. The game is currently available with a 10% launch discount.
Smash Hit Speed-Climbing, Entity Evading Roguelite White Knuckle Gets Biggest Content Addition Yet: The Nest Update Drops Massive Fifth Region For Free, Giving Fans 20% More Gameplay, Enemies and More to be Discovered - Available Now
Developer Dark Machine Games and publisher DreadXP have released 'The Nest Update,' a massive free content addition for their horror-tinged roguelite speed-climber White Knuckle. The update introduces a fifth region, new sub-regions, an Endless Mode, new enemies like The Mass and The Hunter, and new mechanics and items. The game, currently in Early Access on PC, has received overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam.
The Life Road’s New Survivor is Bringing Justice to Dead by Daylight
Dead by Daylight has introduced Shane Wiigwaas, its first indigenous Survivor, as part of The Life Road chapter and 10th Anniversary celebrations. Shane, an Anishinaabe defense attorney, brings new Perks and a unique story to the asymmetrical horror game. Behaviour Interactive emphasized the importance of authentic representation in his character design.
7 Nights with Vroombi combines the horror of a haunted house with the mounting irritation of being a robot vacuum cleaner
7 Nights with Vroombi, a game combining horror and simulation elements, has launched on Steam. Players control a robot vacuum cleaner tasked with cleaning a haunted house each night, encountering eerie phenomena and cryptic notes left by a child named Lily. The game is designed for a single sitting and features multiple endings.
Roadmaps and Plans
Hideo Kojima has teased a revolutionary new gameplay system for his upcoming horror title, OD. While details remain scarce, Kojima suggests the game will push the boundaries of the horror genre with its innovative mechanics.