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The Cheapest Horror Game On Xbox And PlayStation – Dare You Enter Village of the Curse?
Village of the Curse, a budget-priced horror game from publisher Sometimes You and developer Leakage Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation for £1.69. The game tasks players with investigating a mysterious settlement filled with supernatural threats and dark secrets.
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY is a first-person horror exploration game where players descend into abandoned tunnels to investigate a dried-up water source and unsettling sounds. The gameplay involves navigating dark passages, manually powering generators, and using stealth to avoid creatures. A beta demo is available on Steam.
Die Severed launches demo on Steam: a lo-fi horror dice game about debt and dismemberment
Independent developer Philip Markowski has released a demo for Die Severed, a lo-fi horror dice game about debt and dismemberment, on Steam. Players gamble with dice to pay off debts, with the risk of losing a finger if they fail. The demo features the core roguelite loop, unique dice, abilities, and rule-bending House Rules.
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The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a new horror game that draws inspiration from the works of H.P. Lovecraft. The preview offers a glimpse into its unsettling atmosphere and unique gameplay mechanics.
Summer Game Fest 2026 predictions: 5 games I'm convinced we'll see
This article predicts five games likely to be showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, including Metro 2039, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Alien Isolation 2, Witchbrook, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. It discusses potential release dates, gameplay reveals, and the significance of each title for their respective developers and publishers.
Review: Decollate Decoration (Nintendo Switch)
Decollate Decoration is a short horror visual novel with point-and-click gameplay on the Nintendo Switch, featuring a cute but creepy 2D pixel art style. Players guide a ghost girl trying to take her beloved with her to the afterlife within 49 in-game days, with choices leading to six different endings. While lacking gore or jump scares, the game builds an unsettling atmosphere through its narrative and character design.
Director of one of 2026's biggest surprise horror hits slams GenAI: "If I could snap my fingers and make generative AI disappear forever, I probably would"
Kane Parsons, director of the surprise horror hit Backrooms, has expressed strong opposition to generative AI, stating he would eliminate it if possible. While acknowledging potential VFX uses, he finds no creative enjoyment in AI tools and views their prevalence as a symptom of cultural and economic decline, though he is interested in artistically interrogating its iconography in future projects.
Hopes for a Star Wars horror movie renew as Deadpool and Wolverine director has an idea for an unlikely mash-up
Shawn Levy, director of Deadpool & Wolverine and executive producer on the horror film Backrooms, has an idea for a Star Wars horror movie. He is currently working on Star Wars: Starfighter and is intrigued by the possibility of a Backrooms-inspired Star Wars mashup. Levy expressed interest in exploring new genres within the Star Wars universe, a sentiment echoed by Andor creator Tony Gilroy.
Meowmories is a horror game from a cat’s perspective
Meowmories is a horror adventure game developed in Unreal Engine 5 where players experience the world from a cat's perspective as they search for their owner. The game features voice-activated meows to stun enemies, memory collection for multiple endings, and a focus on trial-and-error gameplay. A demo is scheduled for release soon on PC via Steam, with the full game expected to have a playtime of 1-2 hours.
Cronos: Lazarus Images Leak Ahead of Reveal, Allegedly DLC Instead of a Sequel
Images allegedly from Cronos: Lazarus have leaked, suggesting it may be DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn rather than a standalone sequel. The leaker's tweets indicate the expansion will continue the narrative of the successful horror title, which was praised for its insightful story and world-building.
Encryptid is the horror game Pokémon fans have wanted for years
Encryptid is described as a horror game that fulfills the desires of Pokémon fans for a darker, more mature take on the monster-collecting genre. The game blends elements of horror with creature collection mechanics.
After Silent Hill f combat discourse, Silent Hill Townfall goes all-in on stealth as "evasion is your only…
Silent Hill: Townfall will launch on September 24, 2026, with a greater emphasis on stealth gameplay, including evasion and hiding, rather than direct combat. This approach contrasts with the more action-oriented Silent Hill f, and the game will feature a first-person perspective. The announcement was made during a PlayStation State of Play showcase.
Until Dawn 2 has sold me with its campy teen slasher vibes, and it proves there's nothing like old-school scares
Until Dawn 2, developed by Firesprite, is set to revive the campy teen slasher horror of the original. The game promises a return to old-school scares with a new cast and a mysterious island setting, contrasting with Supermassive Games' more serious sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020. The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive features actors Neil Newbon and Dacre Montgomery, and is already generating excitement for its B-movie slasher vibes.
The Order of Serenity Launches Its First Playable Demo on Steam
Independent developer Dark Panda has released the first playable demo for their upcoming game, The Order of Serenity, on Steam. Players will step into the role of an undercover journalist infiltrating a dangerous cult, with early gameplay focusing on gaining trust, completing tasks, and investigating the cult's secrets. The demo aims to provide a slower, more immersive psychological horror experience connected to the universe of Psycho Fear.
Until Dawn 2 announced, but it's by a new developer — either way, I'm still excited for more slasher…
Until Dawn 2 has been announced and is being developed by Firesprite Games, not the original creators Supermassive Games. The story follows a group of ghost hunters who encounter real-life horror on a tropical island. The game is slated for a 2027 release and will feature the signature tough choices and consequences of the original.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for early June 2026 announced
Microsoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in early June 2026, including titles like Herdling, Total Chaos, Solarpunk, Undisputed, Persona 5 Royal, and Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions. Several other games are also being added and removed from the service throughout June.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, Beastro, Undisputed, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in June, including Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, Beastro, Undisputed, and Solarpunk, with many available day one. The service will also see games like Jurassic World Evolution 2 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge leaving the library on June 15.
Potongan Sadis Dracula (1958) Ditemukan Setelah Dianggap Hilang
A three-minute cut of the 1958 film "Dracula," starring Christopher Lee and directed by Hammer Films, has been rediscovered at Warner Brothers after being considered lost for decades due to its graphic content. The restored footage, which includes violent and suggestive scenes, has been remastered in 4K and will be screened in cinemas around Halloween.
Unseen Liminality Levels Guide
This guide for Unseen Liminality details various in-game levels such as The Lobby, The PoolRooms, The Hotel, and The Mall, explaining how to access them and the entities that may be encountered. It also covers the game's fast travel system via the Level Select menu.
Skybound Games takes on Global Publishing for Sker Ritual
Skybound Games, in partnership with 5th Planet Games, will now globally publish Sker Ritual, developed by Wales Interactive. This collaboration aims to leverage Skybound's expertise in the horror genre and global reach to optimize catalog sales, promotions, and bundled offerings for the game. Wales Interactive will continue to focus on game development and expanding the Sker universe.