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Carrie's Mike Flanagan explains why he chose to exclude one infamous scene: "I didn't have much of a…
Director Mike Flanagan explains his decision to omit the infamous pig slaughtering scene from his adaptation of Carrie, finding the cruelty of the human characters more horrific. The scene, present in both the novel and the 1976 film, was depicted off-screen in the TV series.
Capcom reveals Pragmata’s horror origins
Capcom initially considered making Pragmata a horror game before shifting focus, as revealed by producer Masachika Kawata. The company decided against a horror focus for the new IP to avoid competing with its established Resident Evil franchise. The game is available on Nintendo Switch.
Hail to the Rainbow coming to Nintendo Switch
Hail to the Rainbow, a story-driven adventure game with horror and shooter elements set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk world, is coming to Nintendo Switch on October 21, 2026. Developed by solo developer Sergey Noskov and published by Sometimes You, the game will be available digitally for $14.99 with a pre-order discount.
Mike Flanagan's Exorcist sequel gets its first teaser as horror legend calls it "unsafely dark"
Director Mike Flanagan has released the first teaser for his upcoming horror film, The Exorcist: Martyrs, starring Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Flanagan described the movie as "unsafely dark" but ultimately hopeful, with a theatrical release planned for March 12, 2027.
Supermassive meddelar att The Conjuring: Unspoken släpps nästa vecka
Supermassive Games, following recent layoffs, has announced that their new horror game, The Conjuring: Unspoken, will be released next week on October 13th as part of a Netflix subscription. The game is based on the Conjuring film series and features decision-making gameplay, playable on TV using a mobile phone as a controller or on PC with keyboard and mouse. The studio is also working on Until Dawn 2, scheduled for January 28th.
A Scary-Looking New Conjuring Game Just Got Announced, And It’s Out Next Week On Netflix
Netflix and Supermassive Games have announced The Conjuring: Unspoken, an interactive paranormal investigation game playable on mobile devices via Netflix. The game, which releases on October 13, allows players to make dialogue choices to progress the story as demonologist Francesca Noakes, using tools like an EMF reader and spirit box to find ghosts within the fictional Red Lion Inn. Familiarity with The Conjuring franchise is not required but enhances the experience.
A new campaign version of our favorite horror board game got fully funded in just 54 seconds
The crowdfunding campaign for Nemesis Legacy, a new campaign version of the popular horror board game, reached its funding goal in under a minute. The game promises a 35+ hour story with permanent consequences and branching missions, building on the cat-and-mouse mechanics of the original Nemesis.
Replay's October theme is 'spooky': send us creepy, scary and weird clips for a chance to win a…
GamesRadar+ is calling for community submissions of spooky, scary, and weird video clips for their October 'spooky' theme. Participants can win a $250 Amazon voucher for the best clip fitting the theme or the best general clip. Submissions will be shared with the GamesRadar audience, with winners chosen by the GamesRadar+ team.
Gamers Nightmare 2026 | Resident Evil: Collection One
The article looks back at Resident Evil: Collection One, a comic adaptation published by WildStorms between 1998 and 1999, as part of the 2026 season of fear.
Onyx: The Dark Grip Composer Focused on “Evoking a Sense of Unease” But “With Elements of Hope”
Composer Jan Borysewicz discussed his approach to the music for Bloober Team's upcoming game, Onyx: The Dark Grip, aiming to evoke unease with elements of hope rather than pure horror. He believes the score would fit well in a feature film, and Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno expressed excitement about the collaboration. The game is set to launch in 2027 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Carrie stars want to create a version of the mother-daughter relationship that we've never seen before: "They…
The upcoming Prime Video adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie, created by Mike Flanagan, offers a fresh perspective on the mother-daughter relationship between Carrie and Margaret White. Actors Summer H. Howell and Samantha Sloyan highlight the humane and fleshed-out portrayal of their dynamic, which even Stephen King himself has praised for its brilliance and commentary on social media.
It's spooky season, and these early Prime Day horror Blu-Ray deals make for perfect preparation
Amazon's Prime Big Day Deals are offering discounts on a variety of horror Blu-rays, perfect for spooky season and Halloween preparation. The sale includes older classics, newer releases, and box sets, with discounts varying across titles.
This week in PC games: Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Hellraiser: Revival, and a throwback tycoon game about turning utopias into carparks
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, with a notable focus on horror titles for Halloween. Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen are among the notable releases, alongside several early access titles like Car Park Capital, a tycoon game with a negative sentiment, and Permafrost, a survival game.
Svenska End of Abyss släpps till bra men inte fantastiska betyg
The Metroidvania horror game End of Abyss from Swedish studio Section 9 Interactive has received mixed reviews, averaging 73/100. Players praise its eerie atmosphere and exploration, but criticize drawn-out boss fights and slow character movement. A demo is available on the Epic Games Store.
Is There A Real Godzilla Bloodbath Mod For Minecraft? (And Is It Any Good?)
This article investigates the existence and quality of 'Godzilla Bloodbath' mods for Minecraft, inspired by popular YouTube videos. It clarifies that the viral videos are often staged or use post-production effects, but identifies two real mods, Bloodbathen and Venominus Bloodbath, that offer a similar kaiju-themed horror experience within the game.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 52
This article highlights several underappreciated games, including the Cursed horror series, the text-based fantasy adventure Shadow and Ink, and the RPG-infused block breaker Wizorb. It also touches on the classic arcade shooter Pooyan and the indie platformer Flinthook, showcasing diverse gameplay mechanics and design choices.
New York Comic Con 2026 preview: The 5 panels you can't miss
New York Comic Con 2026 will feature panels for upcoming Marvel series like VisionQuest, X-Men '97 season 3, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man season 2. Prime Video will showcase Blade Runner 2099 with its stars, while Peacock presents the horror prequel Crystal Lake and Showtime teases Dexter: Resurrection season 2. Avatar: Seven Havens, a sequel to The Legend of Korra, will also have a panel with sneak peeks.
Believe the hype: M. Night Shyamalan's new movie is being called a "masterpiece" and the "perfect…
M. Night Shyamalan's new film, Remain, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor, has received overwhelmingly positive early reactions from its surprise screening at Beyond Fest. Critics are calling it a "masterpiece" and his best work since "Signs" and "The Village," with some comparing it to Hitchcock's "Vertigo."
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 5 to 9
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between October 5th and 9th. Titles include Gears of War: E-Day, STAR WARS: Galactic Racer, KINGDOM HEARTS Collection I-III, and many more across various genres.
The Daily Grind: Has an MMORPG ever scared you?
This article discusses the intersection of MMORPGs and the horror genre, particularly during the Spooky Season. It asks players if they have ever been genuinely scared by an MMORPG, referencing The Secret World as a positive example.
