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One Shots: Danger just out of focus
This week's community screenshots feature players from Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, Marvel Heroes, Skate, and City of Heroes. The images highlight in-game events, character designs, and humorous situations encountered by players in their MMO adventures.
One Of Resident Evil's Fundamental Joys Is Watching Beautiful Men Get Hurt
The Resident Evil series, celebrating its 30th anniversary, consistently blends horror with an erotic dimension, particularly focusing on the physical vulnerability and "thirst trap" appeal of its male characters like Leon Kennedy. This fascination with the body's permeability and transformation is a core element, from the consequences of in-game injuries to the depiction of zombies and the intimate, often homoerotic, combat sequences seen in titles like Resident Evil 4.
These 18+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (23rd-29th March)
A list of over 18 new games releasing on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 between March 23rd and 29th has been announced. Notable titles include Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, Life Is Strange: Reunion, and Devil Jam, with releases spanning various genres.
Paranormal Activity: Threshold Demo Coming to PAX East 2026
A playable demo for the upcoming horror game Paranormal Activity: Threshold will be available at PAX East 2026. Developed by DarkStone Digital and DreadXP, the game features multiple timelines and investigative gameplay. Attendees can experience the demo at the DreadXP booth from March 26-29.
Saturday Postmortems/Retrospectives
Developers anonymously revealed significant development issues for Crimson Desert, leading to a "hodgepodge of features" and a nonsensical story. The article also reflects on the 30-year survival and evolution of Capcom's Resident Evil horror franchise.
The Outlast Trials Season 6 Premiering March 24
Red Barrels announced that Season 6 of The Outlast Trials, titled "Project Judas," will premiere on March 24. This new season introduces the Television Studio Trial environment and features returning characters Otto and Arora Kress. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5: Broken Things Drops With Horror and Controversy | Invision Game Community
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5: Broken Things has launched on PC, featuring new horror elements, gameplay mechanics, and lore expansion. Despite initial player reports of glitches and ongoing community debates surrounding leaks and spoilers, the chapter is being praised for its immersive horror experience. Console and mobile releases are anticipated later in 2026.
Project Songbird Review - A Symphony of Horror | COGconnected
Project Songbird aims to deliver a frightening experience, but the article questions whether its horror premise will meet its ambitious goals. The review will determine if the game successfully strikes fear into players.
Project Songbird Review - A Symphony of Horror | COGconnected
Project Songbird is a horror game with potential, featuring fun puzzles and a compelling narrative setup, but ultimately suffers from weak combat and stealth mechanics. The ending is described as a "rug pull" that undercuts the experience and fails to answer questions, leaving the reviewer disappointed despite the initial promise.
3 new to Netflix movies I recommend you watch this weekend (March 21–March 22)
This weekend's Netflix recommendations include the 1985 werewolf comedy Teen Wolf starring Michael J. Fox, the beloved animated films Shrek and Shrek 2 featuring Mike Myers as the titular ogre, and the 2001 thriller Hannibal starring Julianne Moore and Anthony Hopkins. These films offer a mix of genres including comedy, animation, and horror for viewers to enjoy.
No-Skin released on Nintendo Switch
Feardemic has released the horror roguelike game No-Skin on Nintendo Switch. Developed by NoEye-Soft, the game features an experimental art style and storytelling combined with strategic gameplay, challenging players to uncover the mystery of the 'No-Skin Man'.
Cathedral Is the First Graphic Novel From Horror Legend John Carpenter - IGN
Horror legend John Carpenter is releasing his first full-length graphic novel, "John Carpenter's Cathedral," through Storm King Comics on August 4, 2026. Co-written by Carpenter, Sandy King, and Sean Sobczak, the 120-page horror story is set in downtown Los Angeles and follows detectives investigating a murder linked to an ancient evil within an abandoned cathedral. Carpenter described the inspiration as a nightmare landscape filled with sinister monsters.
Share of the Week: Ghost of Yōtei Legends
This week's Share of the Week highlights user-submitted screenshots from the Ghost of Yōtei Legends mode on PlayStation. The next theme will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Resident Evil series, encouraging players to share their scariest moments.
Resident Evil Requiem beats Village launch by 60%, becomes the best-selling US game of 2026 in just 24 hours
Resident Evil Requiem has become the best-selling game of 2026 in the US after just one day of sales, topping charts on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The Nintendo Switch port also charted well, and a Resident Evil Generation Pack including Village and Requiem reached number four on the best-selling Nintendo games list.
Indie Horror Game Releases as ‘Non-Canon’ Version, Free Remake Coming
Indie developer NVG Games has released their horror title Fear of Mine 001, but has declared it 'non-canon' to the main universe, with a free remake planned for the future. The developers cited creative differences and development challenges as reasons for this unusual release strategy. This approach is being viewed as an experimental marketing tactic within the indie horror scene.
I've spent eight hours exploring the Steam Spring Sale with our Games Editor, and these are the 10 best games on…
This guide highlights the best deals from the Steam Spring Sale, featuring ten recommended games available at significant discounts. The list includes titles like Control Ultimate Edition, Silent Hill f, Fallout: New Vegas, and Chivalry 2, with a focus on value and quality for PC and Steam Deck players.
Short Creepy Stories Father’s Limbo Walkthrough Guide
This guide provides a walkthrough for the horror puzzle game Short Creepy Stories Father's Limbo, detailing solutions for puzzles in each room including the Kitchen, Living Room, TV Room, Master Bedroom, Utility Room, Study, Child's Bedroom, and Laundry Room. It also mentions related titles like Short Creepy Stories Deadly Content and Short Creepy Stories Ominous Steamboat, playable on Roblox.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Receives A New Patch On Switch 2
Koei Tecmo has released a new patch, version 1.03.02, for the Nintendo Switch version of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake. The update includes adjustments to film item placement, point exchange rates for Herbal Medicine, Fatal Frame shot damage bonuses, and ghost aggravation mechanics. A demo is also available on the eShop.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Receives A New Patch On Switch 2 This Week
Koei Tecmo has released a new patch for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake on Nintendo Switch, addressing various gameplay adjustments. The update includes changes to item availability, damage bonuses, and enemy behavior. A demo is also available on the eShop, with save data carrying over to the full game.
Reanimal review - Uncosy Game | TechStomper
Reanimal is described as an unsettling, oppressive, and shocking horror game that trusts players to interpret its horrors and draw their own conclusions. The game is noted for its masterful crafting.