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Following the success of Mouthwashing, developer Wrong Organ wasn't ready to make a better 'story game,'…
Developer Wrong Organ is shifting focus from narrative horror with Mouthwashing to a co-op tank simulator called Carcass Clad. The studio aims to avoid being pigeonholed and explore different gameplay experiences, with plans to potentially return to a "gameplay story game" in the future.
Silent Hill: Townfall Continues To Revitalize the Series in New, Horrifying Ways | IGN Preview
Silent Hill: Townfall is described as a slow-paced, first-person thriller that taps into the signature style of horror associated with the Silent Hill series. The preview suggests the game aims to revitalize the franchise with new, horrifying elements.
Amnesia studio delays its new game into 2027
Frictional Games has announced that its upcoming ambitious title, Ontos, has been delayed and is now slated for a 2027 release. The studio cited the need to ensure the game's size, scale, and narrative depth are fully realized. Ontos aims to explore existential themes rather than traditional horror, drawing comparisons to their previous work on Soma.
Resident Evil director says it would feel "inorganic" to "shoehorn" legacy characters into his movie: "I have to put the story first and foremost"
Resident Evil movie director Zach Cregger stated that including legacy characters like Leon Kennedy and Jill Valentine would feel "inorganic" to his self-contained story, prioritizing original narrative elements. He emphasized that the film's protagonist is an "idiot" with no combat skills, differentiating it from typical game characters. The movie, set to open in cinemas on September 18, will feature an entirely original story within the Resident Evil universe.
TUNED IN, A SHIFTING ANTHOLOGY OF NIGHTMARES
Vercors Games, a new studio founded by former Tequila Works staff and talent from Airship Syndicate and Blizzard, has announced its debut title, Tuned In. This horror game traps players in a cursed television broadcast, featuring puzzles, branching narratives, and a graphic novel aesthetic. A free prologue will be available to those who sign up for the upcoming Kickstarter campaign, with the full game set to launch on Steam and Steam Deck in 2027.
After Backrooms' success, Weapons director Zach Cregger is writing a horror movie based on internet urban legend…
Director Zach Cregger, known for 'Weapons,' is writing a horror movie based on the internet urban legend Siren Head. Warner Bros. Pictures acquired the rights after a bidding war, with Brian Duffield set to direct. This follows the success of Cregger's 'Backrooms' and highlights a trend of adapting online legends into films.
Sadist 2: Final Scream - A cult brutal "sandbox" DOS game from 2000 updated in 2026!
The 2000 cult classic DOS game Sadist II: Final Scream has received a 2026 update from developer GadZombie, making it playable on modern operating systems like Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux via a DOSBox wrapper. This brutal 2D sandbox simulator features interactive destruction, customizable environments, and various player-controlled characters and weapons.
Hideo Kojima's experimental Xbox exclusive, OD, is reportedly safe from Microsoft cuts
Hideo Kojima's upcoming experimental Xbox exclusive, OD, is reportedly safe from recent cancellations and funding cuts within the Xbox division. Despite Microsoft reevaluating its gaming priorities, sources indicate that OD will continue to be published by Xbox. The game, described as a new form of media blending film and gaming, is being developed by Kojima Productions and features involvement from director Jordan Peele.
Unhinged review – Trapped in linear, under the guise of choice
The review criticizes Unhinged, stating it is neither a compelling horror experience nor a true video game. It suggests that even the involvement of Troy Baker could not salvage the title, which is described as linear despite offering the illusion of choice.
Obsession star teases Curry Barker's next "buddy comedy" turned horror movie: "It's like if Key and Peele walked into Hereditary"
Director Curry Barker is set to release his next film, 'Anything but Ghosts,' a horror-comedy about fake paranormal hunters that turns genuinely scary. The film, starring Cooper Tomlinson and Barker himself, is in the same universe as Barker's breakout hit 'Obsession,' which has grossed over $370 million worldwide. Barker also has a new take on 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre' in development with Universal.
7 Nights with Vroombi - New Cleaning Horror game
7 Nights with Vroombi, a new cleaning horror game, has been released on Steam. Players control a robo-vacuum named Vroombi tasked with cleaning a house, uncovering eerie mysteries and multiple endings. The game features stylized environments and an approximate playtime of 45 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes.
RATSHAKER™ developer reveals keyboard-eating horror roguelite: KEYKRUNCHER™!
Sunscorched Studios has announced KEYKRUNCHER, a first-person horror roguelite where players interact with their real keyboard to play. Set in the RATSHAKER universe, the game involves completing escalating 'treatment lessons' by pressing specific keys, earning tokens, and surviving increasingly difficult challenges. KEYKRUNCHER is targeting a 2026 release on PC via Steam, with a free demo planned for later this year.
Little Nightmares III - The Backstage Review | TheXboxHub
The Backstage, the first story DLC for Little Nightmares III, returns players to the nightmare with a new co-op partner, Dime, and a head torch mechanic. This DLC introduces a new enemy, The Puppeteer, and offers more challenging puzzles than the base game. Despite its short length, the DLC provides a terrifying and visually impressive experience that maintains the series' signature atmosphere.
Obsession has officially passed Sinners to become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade so far
The horror film Obsession has become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade, earning approximately $371 million worldwide against a $750,000 budget. It surpassed Sinners, which grossed $370.3 million globally. Director Curry Barker is considering a sequel for Obsession but wants to wait several years.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 29, 2026
This week's gaming releases include Monopoly: Star Wars – Heroes vs. Villains on June 30, Attack on Titan 3 on July 1, and Rhythm Paradise Groove and Hyperwired on July 2. HAUNTMATES, a co-op horror investigation game, will also be released on July 3. The article highlights the variety of genres and platforms available for these new titles.
PS5 Getting Surprise Remaster of Cult Classic 2008 Action Game
A remaster of the 2008 cult-classic horror game Ao Oni is coming to PlayStation 5 on July 3 for $9.99. Developed by Game Studio, the remaster was previously released on PC and Nintendo Switch. It includes new modes like High Speed Mode and Ao Oni Ai’s Story.
Hideki Kamiya thinks there should be a cozy Resident Evil game, where 'retired Leon goes fishing in the…
Game director Hideki Kamiya, known for his work on the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 2, has proposed a concept for a cozy, non-scary Resident Evil game. He envisions a title where a retired Leon Kennedy engages in activities like fishing, gardening, and baking, rather than survival horror. Kamiya suggested this idea to Capcom, expressing his own desire to play such a game.
Village of the Curse Review | TheXboxHub
Village of the Curse is a low-budget, first-person horror game from Leakage Games where players explore an abandoned village filled with secrets and superstition. While it offers a short, atmospheric experience with some jump scares and environmental storytelling, it treads familiar ground and lacks significant innovation. The game is suitable for players seeking a quick horror fix and easy achievements on Xbox platforms.
Amanda the Adventurer 3 Review | TheXboxHub
Amanda the Adventurer 3 concludes the creepy puzzle trilogy with a satisfying narrative resolution, moving from the attic and library to the Hameln Entertainment facility. The gameplay retains its first-person perspective, with puzzles based on watching in-game TV episodes, offering an upgrade in clarity over the previous installment. Despite some minor frustrations with pausing tapes, the game's environments, sound design, and voice acting contribute to a fitting and emotional end to the series.
Creepy Shift: House For Sale Review | TheXboxHub
Creepy Shift: House For Sale is a first-person horror game that blends job simulator mechanics with supernatural elements, focusing on a duo that cleans haunted houses. Players uncover clues about a family's mysterious disappearance while performing cleaning tasks and solving puzzles, all while dealing with ghostly encounters. Despite some minor control and physics issues, the game offers a fun and addictive experience with a compelling story and effective jump scares.
