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I need you to play this unbelievably tense 2 hour horror about descending into hell with a grappling hook
Idols of Ash is a tense two-hour horror platformer that challenges players to descend a mysterious pit using a grappling hook. While initially appearing similar to other low-poly horror games, its core mechanic involves skillful use of the grappling hook for descent, swinging, and leaping. The game features a challenging centipede enemy and offers unlockable modes like Nightmare and Sandbox post-completion.
Saber open the Hellraiser: Revival release date box and show it's coming in October
Saber Interactive has announced that Hellraiser: Revival will be released on October 8th. The single-player survival horror game, which features an original story inspired by the Hellraiser universe, will be available on PC. A new trailer showcases gruesome scenes and a rhythmic soundtrack.
Hellraiser: Revival Will Become PS5's Most Gruesome Horror Game This October
Hellraiser: Revival, a new survival horror game set in the Clive Barker universe, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on October 8th, 2026. The game features a new story where the protagonist uses a puzzle box to navigate a hellish labyrinth, with Pinhead, portrayed by Doug Bradley, overseeing the events. The title is expected to be one of the most violent and explicit games on the platform.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings God of War's blockbuster action to horror-tinged feudal Japan
Onimusha: Way of the Sword offers a blend of action-adventure gameplay reminiscent of God of War, set in a horror-tinged feudal Japan. The demo showcases a larger, more immersive world with new NPCs and explorable streets, featuring combat that balances fluid swordplay with challenging boss encounters. The game is set to release on September 25, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Review: Observer: System Redux (Switch 2) - A Sci-Fi Thriller Bursting With Blade Runner Reverence
Observer: System Redux is a cyberpunk sci-fi thriller that pays homage to films like Blade Runner, set in a dystopian Krakow in 2084. Players control Daniel Lazarski, an 'Observer' who hacks into minds to relive memories, searching for his son. The Nintendo Switch version offers impressive graphical fidelity and steady performance, making it a compelling way to experience this narrative-heavy title with horror elements.
Banned horror title Horses begins recouping development costs after selling 30,000 copies
The horror game Horses, previously banned from Steam and the Epic Games Store, has begun to recoup its development costs after selling 30,000 copies and generating $100,000 in revenue. Santa Ragione co-founder Pietro Righi Riva stated that while the revenue is not enough for a new project, it covers investor returns and development costs. The game, which won multiple awards, was eventually released on Itch.io, GOG, and the Humble Store.
Meridiem Announces Physical Edition of Observer System Redux for Nintendo Switch 2
Meridiem will publish a physical Limited Edition of Bloober Team's cyberpunk horror detective game, Observer: System Redux, for the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 30, 2026. The special edition will include the game, a unique case, a lenticular postcard, in-game ad cards, and digital content.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Release Date Set for October
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is set to release on October 8, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game is based on the iconic horror franchise.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival launches in October
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have announced that Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival will launch on October 8th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The horror game features a new story in the Hellraiser universe, with Doug Bradley reprising his role as Pinhead.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival gets release date and twisted new trailer
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have announced that Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival will be released on October 8th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game features a new story within the Hellraiser universe, where players must rescue a loved one from the Cenobites and battle Hell's armies using infernal powers and earthly weapons.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Preview – Bioshock But Make It Sexy
Saber Interactive's Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival blends Bioshock-style gameplay with graphic horror elements. The preview showcased Aidan's fight against cultists using various weapons and the Genesis Configuration puzzle box for environmental manipulation. The game releases October 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
I already like the new survival horror Hellraiser game more than the movie
Saber Interactive's upcoming survival horror action game, Hellraiser: Revival, is already impressing critics with its mature themes and visceral combat. The game draws comparisons to BioShock for its environmental detail and interactive elements, while embracing the explicit and often disturbing nature of Clive Barker's Hellraiser universe. Despite not being outright scary, the game promises a constant supply of shocking moments and satisfying combat.
I was burned alive in Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, and I've never been so glad to suffer in a shooter
A preview of Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, a horror shooter developed by Saber Interactive, highlights its faithfulness to the source material's themes of pain and pleasure. The demo showcased intense combat using the Genesis Configuration and disturbing imagery, with the game set to release on October 8, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Persona 6 looks like a horror game, and I couldn't be happier
The teaser trailer for Persona 6 suggests a significant shift towards the horror genre, a direction the author enthusiastically supports. While previous Persona games have touched on dark themes and featured horror-like enemies, the new trailer's sinister imagery and body part montages indicate a more direct embrace of horror elements. This potential evolution could elevate the series to new heights.
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 – Broken Things (Xbox Review) | Invision Game Community
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5: Broken Things continues the series' tradition of mystery and unsettling atmosphere, delving deeper into the decaying Playtime Co. factory. While the game excels in horror and sound design, offering improved performance on Xbox Series X|S, its core gameplay loop of exploration, puzzles, and chase sequences feels repetitive and lacks significant evolution.
Deadhead: Autorail – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Deadhead: Autorail is a single-player, non-linear horror game where players take on the role of a railway employee on a haunted train lost through time. The game features modular world generation, branching narratives, and a blend of point-and-click adventure with simulation mechanics. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Paizo Inc to Release Limited Printing of 13 Omens: Preview Edition at Gen Con 2026
Paizo Inc will release a limited printing of the 13 Omens: Preview Edition at Gen Con 2026. This 64-page book offers an early look at the new tabletop RPG, featuring playable rules and a scenario called 'The Haunting of Hollybrook Inn'. The game introduces a unique dice mechanic with 'Omen Dice' that increase danger as play progresses.
Co-Op Cooking Horror Happy’s Humble BURGATORY Arrives on Steam Next Month
Happy's Humble BURGATORY, the co-op cooking horror game from Scythe Studios and tinyBuild, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 16th. The game expands on the universe of Happy's Humble Burger Farm, featuring 1-4 player cooperative gameplay where players must manage a fast-food restaurant while avoiding a monstrous mascot. Unique mechanics include voice chat sensitivity that can alert enemies or alter the environment, and over 35 gameplay modifiers that change each run.
Little Nightmares III – The Backstage: Meet the Puppeteer
The first chapter of the 'Secrets of the Spiral' DLC for Little Nightmares III, titled 'The Backstage,' introduces the Puppeteer and her workshop. Players will control Low and Dime as they navigate this new area on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S to rescue their friend Alone from the Puppeteer's clutches, utilizing light-based mechanics to overcome her hypnotic gaze.
Curry Barker says he has a "such a cool idea" for Obsession 2, but thinks people would be just as excited for…
Director Curry Barker has a "cool idea" for a sequel to his horror hit Obsession but prefers to wait several years before making it. He is also considering an anthology series based on the film's world and has upcoming projects including a Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie for A24 and a film titled Anything But Ghosts.
