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If you like unusual genre mixes, this horror racing game might be just for you
Distance is a unique game that blends racing platforming with horror and sci-fi elements, offering a challenging experience with precise controls and atmospheric storytelling. Originally a student project called Nitronic Rush, the game was later released on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, with its developer Refract potentially working on new unique experiences.
We Gotta Go is a new co-op game about exploring a dangerous haunted mansion… and its bathroom
We Gotta Go is a new co-op horror game from FuzzyBot where players must navigate a haunted mansion to reach a locked bathroom. The gameplay involves surviving monsters, collecting items, and avoiding losing control of bodily functions. A demo is available ahead of its April 14th launch on PC.
Incantation launch trailer – horror-themed adventure game comes to Nintendo Switch
The horror-themed adventure game Incantation, adapted from a Taiwanese live-action film, has launched on Nintendo Switch with a new trailer. Players guide Jia Jun Lee through a haunted village to find her missing daughter, solving puzzles and performing rituals while evading supernatural threats. The game features a cinematic 3D first-person perspective and environments inspired by Taiwanese culture.
Acclaimed indie dev is leaning into the "uncomfortable uncanniness" that comes from hyper-realistic graphics…
Developers behind the upcoming horror game Prove You're Human are intentionally leaning into the "uncomfortable uncanniness" of hyper-realistic graphics. Creative director Remy Siu and Black Tabby Publishing co-founder Tony Howard-Arias believe the uncanny valley is a strength of the medium, especially as games pursue photorealism. The game, which features an AI robot desperately trying to convince the player it's human, is available to wishlist on Steam.
Narin: The Orange Room Released
Narin: The Orange Room, a third-person horror/adventure game developed by RedSensationGames, Urnique Studio, and Rising Tide, has been released on Steam for PC. The official launch trailer offers a glimpse into the game's experience.
Last Summer Announced
Silent Lamb Studio has announced Last Summer, a new horror game set to release on PC via Steam. The game is built around an asymmetrical multiplayer experience, a genre already featuring many titles.
More Game Releases
Werewolf: The Gloaming Malice has been released on Steam for PC, macOS, and Linux. Players take on the role of a Hunter trapped in a Shadow Fortress, tasked with finding gears and uncovering clues to expose lies and execute hidden targets.
Saturday Interviews
Cuba's upcoming indie game, titled 'Game', is being developed with themes of fear, family, and the sun. The article discusses the inspirations behind the project.
3 new to Netflix shows you need to check out this weekend (April 10–April 12)
Netflix has added three new horror films to its catalog for the weekend of April 10-12: the disaster shark movie Thrash, the 2022 installment of the Scream franchise, and the sequel A Quiet Place Part II. These films offer a mix of creature features and slasher thrills for viewers.
Murder Meet Cute selected as InterfaceX26 World Premiere main feature
Murder Meet Cute has been selected as a World Premiere main feature for InterfaceX26, a week-long Steam sale and livestream event running from April 27 to May 4. The interactive fiction game, developed by Kitico, LABORARE, and Crybaby Studios, will be highlighted during a live showcase on May 2, hosted by GameSpot's Kurt Indovina and Lucy James. InterfaceX26 aims to bring more visibility to 'Fake OS' genre games.
Demos and Freebies
The indie game Neverway is now available on Steam for PC, macOS, and Linux, featuring a demo. Players take on the role of Fiona, who starts over on a farm and becomes the herald of a dead god, encountering both friendships and horrors.
Dead by Daylight has a Grimoire site that lets fans vote on new survivor, killer, and chapter concepts
Behaviour Interactive has launched a new website called 'Grimoire' for Dead by Daylight, allowing players to vote on concepts for upcoming survivors, killers, and chapter themes. The site features artwork with religious and demonic aesthetics, offering fans a direct way to influence future content development.
UnderMine 2 Duskfall Update Launching May 1
The UnderMine 2 Duskfall Update, version 0.7, is set to launch on May 1, introducing the Duskfall location, Thimble Ticket market, a new "The Grim Crucible" difficulty, and a boss fight against Bul & Gogi. Several other games are also featured with upcoming releases and playtests, including Obey the Insect God, Shift at Midnight, Philosophie du Soi, SpaceCraft, and Frostrail.
Video game adaptation Exit 8 is more than just a horror movie about liminal space – it's an examination of…
The film Exit 8, an adaptation of a Japanese video game, uses liminal spaces to explore themes of personal responsibility and fear of the unknown. Director Genki Kawamura explains that the film reflects a self-centered modern mood where people ignore societal issues. The narrative follows a man lost in looping corridors who must confront his own anxieties about impending fatherhood.
Netflix has a new shark horror movie starring a former Bridgerton lead, and the reviews are actually pretty good
Netflix's new shark horror movie, Thrash, directed by Tommy Wirkola and starring Phoebe Dynevor, has received positive reviews, holding a 70% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film features Dynevor as a pregnant woman trapped in a town overrun by sharks after a hurricane.
The Confinement Launches: When AI Becomes Your Silent Executioner
The Confinement, a new indie platformer developed by gdamian, has launched on PC, focusing on psychological horror and precision gameplay driven by an AI antagonist. The game challenges players to navigate a facility where an AI learns from their failures, offering a unique take on the genre without traditional monsters or jumpscares. Its minimalist approach and exploration of AI anxieties are highlighted as significant contributions to indie game development.
5 Rekomendasi Film Akhir Pekan, The King's Warden-Project Hail Mary
This weekend's cinema releases include "The King's Warden," a historical drama about a young king and a village chief, and "Project Hail Mary," a sci-fi adventure starring Ryan Gosling as an amnesiac astronaut tasked with saving Earth. Other recommendations feature "Yohanna," a humanitarian drama, "Don't Follow Me," a horror film about an influencer, and "Ayah, Ini Arahnya Ke Mana, Ya?," a family drama.
Disharmony Playtest start April 7! news
The asymmetrical multiplayer horror game Disharmony will begin its closed beta playtest on April 7 and run until April 11. Players can request access via the Disharmony Steam Store page starting April 7. The beta will feature limited-time sessions daily from 19:00 to 23:00 CEST.
Town of Zoz Launches Today: Cooking Meets Horror in New Indie Game
Town of Zoz, a new indie game developed by Studio Pixanoh Team, has launched on PC via Steam. The game uniquely blends cooking simulation with horror elements, tasking players with preparing meals that unlock memories and facing nightmarish creatures to save their hometown. The developers emphasize the game's cultural depth, focusing on traditional recipes and community rebuilding.
Scary Shawarma Kiosk The Anomaly All Anomalies And How To Spot Them
This guide details all the anomalies players need to identify and avoid serving in the Roblox game Scary Shawarma Kiosk The Anomaly. It covers various customer types, anomalous events, and provides tips for distinguishing between normal and dangerous patrons to ensure survival.
