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Prospice ser ut som en blandning av Snowrunner och skräck
Prospice is a new game that blends the challenging terrain management of Snowrunner with horror elements. Players must make deliveries on a haunted island, navigating treacherous environments and supernatural threats. An open playtest is currently available on Steam for approximately one week.
Angel Engine Opens The Doors To A Bleak Sci-Fi Horror
Angel Engine, a new horror and simulation game developed by HMS Studios and published by Black Lantern Collective, is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £6.69. The game combines unsettling sci-fi elements with surgical simulation, set in a post-apocalyptic future where players take on the role of a scientist involved in a desperate initiative to save humanity.
Steam quietly dropped six free games — here they are, from creepiest to strangest
Steam has added six new free-to-play games to its library, including the horror title SSTWL – Sector Breach, the visual novels Tyrania Enforcers and Cosdarica’s Journey at the End of the World, the idle RPG Lost Vessel, the simulator Road Diner Simulator: Prologue, and the co-op FPS Codename CURE II. These titles represent a diverse range of genres from various small developers.
This upcoming Steam game is pioneering the accursed trucking genre, and as a former delivery guy I could not be more…
Prospice: Anomalous Logistics, an upcoming driving and delivery simulation from developer Code Wakers, has launched an open playtest on Steam. The game features surreal and unsettling elements, tasking players with delivering cargo on an island described as 'cursed by the corpses of ever rotting gods' while managing resources and surviving supernatural threats.
'A new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent' may be coming later this year
Frictional Games is reportedly working on a new version of its 2010 horror title Amnesia: The Dark Descent, with a late 2026 release window mentioned in the company's annual report. While details are scarce, speculation suggests it could be a remake, remaster, or a port for platforms like the Nintendo Switch. The studio's next major game is also in pre-production.
Hideo Kojima says he was "blown away" by surprise horror hit Backrooms, which reminds him of "pseudo-3D…
Hideo Kojima expressed his admiration for the surprise horror hit Backrooms, comparing its atmosphere to early pseudo-3D games from the 2D era. He praised the film's art direction, which he felt cleverly incorporated elements of art, architecture, and psychology to evoke a sense of confinement and anxiety. The article also touches on the film's success and its director's cut.
First reactions to Mike Flanagan's Carrie series call it a "powerful" Stephen King adaptation and "not at all what you are expecting"
Early reactions to Mike Flanagan's upcoming Carrie series adaptation for Prime Video have been overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising its powerful take on Stephen King's novel. The show, which stars Summer H. Howell as Carrie, is noted for its surprising modernization and relevant exploration of teenage anxieties and the cycle of violence, deviating from expectations while remaining reverent to the source material.
Game Demos
Dead Stop - No Vacancy, a retro horror game inspired by 80s themes, is available as a demo on Steam for Windows. The game puts players in the role of a reporter who takes a wrong turn and ends up at the mysterious Paradise Motel.
Silent Hill: Townfall Features 5 Endings, Including Two Locked Behind New Game+
Silent Hill: Townfall will feature five distinct endings, with three main endings determined by player choices and two secret endings locked behind New Game+. Player actions, including aggression levels and investigation thoroughness, will influence the outcome. The game launches September 24th for PlayStation 5 and PC, and a new trailer will be shown at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th.
Silent Hill: Townfall takes place in 'the perfect storm'—a remote Scottish town that stands on the edge…
Director Jon McKellan discussed the setting and themes of the upcoming horror game Silent Hill: Townfall, which is set in 1996 Scotland. He highlighted the relevance of the era's technological advancements and the town's isolation to the game's narrative, emphasizing the importance of player empathy for the community. McKellan also noted that the subjective nature of Silent Hill allows for diverse player interpretations of the story.
Resident Evil Movie Is Most Violent Thing Zach Cregger Has Ever Made — “You Gotta Go Grotesque”
Director Zach Cregger described his upcoming Resident Evil movie as the most violent project he has ever undertaken, emphasizing its grotesque and brutal nature. He stated the film focuses on a single character's journey fighting monsters rather than expanding on the game's lore. The movie, starring Austin Abrams, is set to release on September 18, with the Resident Evil game series seeing continued success with Resident Evil Requiem selling over 8 million units.
Serve refreshments and spot demons in Night Plane, a PSX-style horror job sim about being a flight attendant in 1999
Night Plane is a new PSX-style horror job simulator where players take on the role of a flight attendant in 1999. Developed by Liquid Static Studio and Snapping Turtle, and published by New Tales, the game challenges players to serve passengers, stow baggage, and identify supernatural threats like goatmen during flights. The game is set to release later this year and will feature retro-inspired visuals and gameplay mechanics.
The Sinking City 2 visar skräck, action och pussel i nytt gameplay
The Sinking City 2, developed by Frogwares, will feature more horror, action, and puzzle-solving elements compared to its predecessor. A new gameplay trailer showcases investigation mechanics and confirms an August 18 release date for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Silent Hill: Townfall Might Be Exactly What the Series Needs | IGN Preview
Silent Hill: Townfall's first-person perspective creates an intimate experience that enhances the dread and storytelling. The preview demo suggests the game offers a compelling new direction for the series, leaving the reviewer eager for more.
Silent Hill Townfall Hands-On Preview
This preview of Silent Hill: Townfall offers a glimpse into the upcoming horror title. The article focuses on the game's atmosphere and narrative elements, hinting at the psychological terror players can expect.
The Sinking City 2 Showcases Intriguing Gameplay Footage, Intense Horror, and Action
The Sinking City 2 has showcased new gameplay footage highlighting its intense horror elements and action sequences. The game features a protagonist named Calvin facing terrifying threats with ruthless efficiency.
Henry Cavill's Warhammer 40,000 project at Amazon announces involvement of popular horror director, reminding…
Games Workshop's 2026 financial report confirms their long-term partnership with Amazon Studios for Warhammer 40,000 film and TV adaptations, with Henry Cavill attached as star and executive producer. Horror director Mike Flanagan has been brought on board and is set to begin scripting after initial outlines were completed.
The Witcher 3 director says solely aiming for high sales is a great way to make a game "fail," and he wants to measure his new RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker by the "opinions of fans"
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of the upcoming RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker and a veteran of The Witcher 3, believes that solely focusing on high sales figures is a detrimental approach to game development. He stated that he prefers to measure the success of his games by fan reception and artistic achievement, asserting that if a game is good, sales will follow. The Blood of Dawnwalker is described as a 14th-century horror RPG where a half-human, half-vampire protagonist has 30 days to save their family.
Here are our PS Plus monthly games for August, with a bonus pack for Marvel fans
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for August, including Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition for PS5 and PS4, Big Walk for PS5, and Signalis for PS4. Subscribers also receive a bonus pack for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, featuring avatars and in-game poses.
I already own too many dolls, but I know this upcoming Monster High Michael Myers release is going to stalk my dreams…
Mattel has announced a new Monster High Skullector doll inspired by Michael Myers from Halloween II, set to release on August 8, 2026. The doll features details like VHS high heels and a pumpkin skull motif, and will be available first to Fang Club members on August 7. Other announced dolls include Oogie Boogie and classic Universal Monsters characters.
