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What Have You Done, Father? Review | TheXboxHub
What Have You Done, Father? is a first-person horror game that puts players in the shoes of Father Mathias Marton in 1940s Transylvania, who becomes entangled in a murder mystery after succumbing to temptation. The game offers a compelling narrative with religious and detective elements, enhanced by atmospheric environmental storytelling. Despite some technical hiccups and pacing issues, the game's unique story and strong atmosphere make it a worthwhile experience for fans of narrative-driven titles.
Konami fans rejoice, there's Prime Days deals just for us
Konami titles are featured in Prime Day deals, offering discounts on games like Silent Hill f and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. While Silent Hill 2 is currently sold out, other Konami games are available with significant price reductions, catering to fans of horror and action RPG genres.
Vampire: The Masquerade's D&D crossover is a condescending cave-in to people who are afraid of trying something…
This opinion piece discusses the recent announcement of a Vampire: The Masquerade rulebook for Dungeons & Dragons, titled Bound by Blood. While acknowledging its potential appeal to D&D players and character-building enthusiasts, the author expresses frustration with the industry's tendency to integrate existing IPs into D&D rather than promoting dedicated systems for specific genres like horror or vampire themes. The article encourages players to explore dedicated Vampire: The Masquerade systems for a more authentic experience.
Keep the Facility Secure When Security 51 Launches on July 27
Alawar announced that its atmospheric horror security guard simulator, Security 51, will launch on Steam on July 27th. Players will step into the role of a security officer within Area 51, tasked with monitoring access and following protocols to contain anomalies.
Silent Hill f Gets Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Collaboration Costume
Silent Hill f has received a free update adding collaboration costumes from Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Players can now equip the Crimson Butterfly costume on protagonist Hinako, making her resemble Fatal Frame 2's Mio Amakura. This cosmetic update is available for all players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Three Axes Bar: Paid or Pain – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Three Axes Bar: Paid or Pain is a new roguelite horror game inspired by Buckshot Roulette, where players must survive rounds in an infernal bar by cheating a slot machine and a strange barman. The game features over 100 items for synergies, meta-progression, and multiple endings based on player choices. A beta sign-up is currently available.
The Scourge | Tai Ương - 20% Off for Steam Summer Sale
Rare Reversee's psychological horror puzzle game, The Scourge: Tai Ương, is available for 20% off on Steam during the Summer Sale until July 10. The game, set in 1990s Saigon and inspired by Vietnamese urban legends, has received "Overwhelmingly Positive" recent reviews on Steam. A free demo is also available.
Omen Exitio: Hunger Released
Omen Exitio: Hunger, a horror-themed investigative adventure game from Tiny Bull Studios and 2P Games, has been released on Steam for Windows and macOS. The game is currently available with a 10% launch discount.
Smash Hit Speed-Climbing, Entity Evading Roguelite White Knuckle Gets Biggest Content Addition Yet: The Nest Update Drops Massive Fifth Region For Free, Giving Fans 20% More Gameplay, Enemies and More to be Discovered - Available Now
Developer Dark Machine Games and publisher DreadXP have released 'The Nest Update,' a massive free content addition for their horror-tinged roguelite speed-climber White Knuckle. The update introduces a fifth region, new sub-regions, an Endless Mode, new enemies like The Mass and The Hunter, and new mechanics and items. The game, currently in Early Access on PC, has received overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam.
The Life Road’s New Survivor is Bringing Justice to Dead by Daylight
Dead by Daylight has introduced Shane Wiigwaas, its first indigenous Survivor, as part of The Life Road chapter and 10th Anniversary celebrations. Shane, an Anishinaabe defense attorney, brings new Perks and a unique story to the asymmetrical horror game. Behaviour Interactive emphasized the importance of authentic representation in his character design.
7 Nights with Vroombi combines the horror of a haunted house with the mounting irritation of being a robot vacuum cleaner
7 Nights with Vroombi, a game combining horror and simulation elements, has launched on Steam. Players control a robot vacuum cleaner tasked with cleaning a haunted house each night, encountering eerie phenomena and cryptic notes left by a child named Lily. The game is designed for a single sitting and features multiple endings.
Roadmaps and Plans
Hideo Kojima has teased a revolutionary new gameplay system for his upcoming horror title, OD. While details remain scarce, Kojima suggests the game will push the boundaries of the horror genre with its innovative mechanics.
SATED – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
SATED is a new roguelike cooking horror game where players prepare meals for abominations within a decaying megastructure. Using ingredients from a sentient fridge, players must balance cooking mechanics and navigate procedurally generated mazes. A beta sign-up is currently available for the game.
Prime Day PS5 Deals Include Big Discounts On Elden Ring, Dragon Quest, And More
Amazon's Prime Day event features significant discounts on numerous PlayStation 5 games, including FromSoftware's Elden Ring and its spin-off Elden Ring: Nightreign, both available for $20. Other notable deals include the Silent Hill 2 remake, Lost Soul Aside, Resident Evil Requiem, and Assassin's Creed Shadows, with prices slashed by up to 50% on select titles.
Netflix is launching a new horror game by the developers of Oxenfree — and your phone is the controller
Netflix is launching a new first-person horror game called Unhinged on June 30, developed by Night School Studio, the creators of Oxenfree. The game will be available to all Netflix subscribers and uses a smartphone as the primary controller for actions like receiving calls and using a flashlight. Unhinged features a cast including Sadie Sink, Zoë Kravitz, and Troy Baker, and offers multiple paths with a playtime of under an hour.
Five Nights at Freddy's 3 star says the horror sequel has a new writer, which means game creator Scott Cawthon may…
Actor Skeet Ulrich, who stars in the Five Nights at Freddy's film franchise, has indicated that a new writer is working on the script for the upcoming third movie. This potential change marks a departure from franchise creator Scott Cawthon's sole writing credit on the previous installments. The article also touches on the critical reception of Five Nights at Freddy's 2.
First-Person Horror Unhinged Announced by Oxenfree Developer and Netflix
Night School Studio, the developer behind Oxenfree II, has announced a new interactive horror game called Unhinged, in collaboration with Netflix. The game stars Zoe Kravitz and Sadie Sink as neighbors experiencing a home invasion and will be playable on mobile devices, streaming directly to TVs. Influenced by the Nintendo Wii and DS, Unhinged is described as a short, intense experience structured like a Netflix episode, launching on June 30th for Netflix subscribers.
Standard Human Pizza – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Standard Human Pizza is a horror cooking simulator where players manage a pizzeria serving monster customers in an isolated village. Players must use lethal ingredients to eliminate dangerous clientele when necessary, with culinary choices directly impacting safety and an unfolding mystery. A beta sign-up is currently available.
Legendary LucasArts Artist Bill Tiller Stars in Zombies Ate My Neighbors Tribute Interview for Lethal Wedding
Mega Cat Studios released a tribute video interview with veteran artist Bill Tiller, known for his work on LucasArts titles like The Curse of Monkey Island and his cameo in Zombies Ate My Neighbors, in support of the Lethal Wedding Kickstarter. Tiller discusses his approach to Lethal Wedding's horror-inspired box art and his decades-long career in the games industry. Lethal Wedding is set to release on Sega Genesis and PC, with potential releases on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 & 5.
Survival Roguelike RPG Skyhill: Hotel Survival Is Now Out on Android
The survival roguelike RPG Skyhill: Hotel Survival, developed by Mandragora Games, has been released on Android. Originally launched in 2015, the game features turn-based combat, random room generation, and a post-apocalyptic setting where players must scavenge for supplies and fight mutated creatures.
