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Huntin' Buddies is a 4-player online horror-comedy hunting game set in a national park, available on PC via Steam. Players must hunt wildlife to meet quotas and work together to drag large carcasses.
Hand-Drawn Visual Novel Horror Game The Doll Shop Announced for PC
The Doll Shop, a hand-drawn visual novel horror game with romantic elements, has been announced by indie banner Atelier Sentô, founded by comic book artists Cecile Brun and Olivier Pichard. The game is set in a snow-covered Japanese village and features exploration, item collection, puzzle-solving, and dialogue choices with consequences. It is scheduled for release in October 2026 on Steam for PC.
Game Reviews
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu has been reviewed by The Wand Report. The review likely covers gameplay, story, and other aspects of the horror title.
Big Hollywood studios are fighting over new director on the block Kane Parsons ahead of his Backrooms sequel
Director Kane Parsons, fresh off the success of his feature film debut 'Backrooms,' is reportedly in negotiations for a lucrative first-look deal with A24. However, other major studios like Warner Bros., Universal, and Sony are also vying to sign the young director. The article highlights a trend of original, lower-budget films with new directors outperforming major blockbusters.
Happy's Humble Burger Cult Released
Happy's Humble Burger Cult has been released on Windows via Steam, offering a cooperative cooking and horror experience for up to four players. This title serves as a sequel to Happy's Humble Burger Farm.
Roman Sands RE:Build sets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Roman Sands RE:Build will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 16, 2026, as announced by Serenity Forge and Arbitrary Metric. The game, originally planned for 2023, is a genre-bending experience that combines visual novel, adventure, puzzle solving, horror, and survival simulation elements.
Roadmaps and Plans
Ubisoft is reportedly working on a New Game Plus mode for Assassin's Creed Black Flag, referred to as 'Resynced'. Additionally, a new game based on Clive Barker's Hellraiser is in development for PlayStation platforms, exploring horror themes.
Midday Multiplex
This article rounds up recent official trailers for several games, including Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, For Honor's Arakure Hero Reveal, and an Animal Spotlight for Planet Zoo 2's African leopard. It also briefly mentions Prinny.
Get Five Of The Best Carnage-Filled Games For Under $6
Fanatical is offering a 'Best of Killer Bundle' deal where customers can purchase five games for $5.99, with prices dropping further for larger purchases. The bundle includes titles like Chernobylite, multiple Sniper Elite games, Zombie Army Trilogy and 4, and Postal: Brain Damaged, focusing on carnage-filled and chaotic shooter experiences.
Desktop Explorer is a mystery/horror game about the last time when computers were good
Desktop Explorer is a new mystery/horror game that simulates a Windows 95 machine, tasking players with solving puzzles to uncover secrets left by their uncle. The game features era-appropriate software and an expanding suite of tools to navigate its narrative. It aims to evoke a sense of nostalgia for older computing while delivering a spooky experience.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is Out Now, Includes Free DLC Mission
ACE Team has released The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, thanking the community for their support. The game has achieved 800,000 wishlists on Steam and is available with a 20% launch discount for two weeks, including a free Lost Explorer's Sword Pack and a free DLC mission.
The Doll Shop, a hand-drawn visual novel horror game with a touch of romance, will release in October 2026
The hand-drawn visual novel horror game with romance elements, The Doll Shop, is set to release in October 2026. Developed by French comic artists Atelier Sentô, the game features a unique, colorful art style inspired by rural Japan and focuses on emotional storytelling rather than jump scares.
The Mound Omen of Cthulhu Launches on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S | Invision Game Community
NACON and ACE Team have launched The Mound Omen of Cthulhu, a cooperative horror adventure inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's "The Mound." The game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with full crossplay. Players form an expedition team to explore a forgotten land, facing psychological horror, sanity mechanics, and the threat of fallen teammates returning as enemies.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Hits 800,000 Wishlists on Steam Ahead of Launch
ACE Team's upcoming horror game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, has reached 800,000 wishlists on Steam ahead of its July 15, 2026 release. The developer announced a 20 percent launch discount, with a potential for an additional 5 percent if the game gains another 200,000 wishlists. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Vampire Hunter: Nightrise, a First-Person “Castlevania Meets Tunic,” Is Out Now on Steam
Over the Moon Games has released Vampire Hunter: Nightrise on Steam for PC. The first-person game, described as "Castlevania meets Tunic," challenges players to solve a shifting gothic castle within a single three-hour sitting. It features a unique stake launcher combat system and a faith-based resource mechanic.
Mega-viral horror co-op extraction builder ‘Grain Rot’ launching August 7 on PC
The co-op horror extraction builder 'Grain Rot' will launch on PC via Steam on August 7, 2026. Developed by Beck & Branch Games and published by Neem Interactive, the game has gained significant traction with nearly 200,000 wishlists and over 350,000 demo downloads. Players team up to salvage loot from underground ruins while avoiding monsters and potential betrayal from teammates.
19 unmissable PS5 games still releasing in 2026
This article highlights 19 upcoming PlayStation 5 games scheduled for release in 2026, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Marvel's Wolverine, and Grand Theft Auto VI. It details various genres and features, from action RPGs and stealth games to fighting and flight simulations, providing a glimpse into the future of PS5 gaming.
Verity Minecraft mod surpasses 4.9 million downloads in under a month as viral horror sensation continues
A Minecraft mod based on the viral horror sensation 'Verity' has achieved over 4.9 million downloads in less than a month since its release on June 16. The mod, available for Bedrock Edition, recreates the yellow, smiley-faced orb from the popular YouTube video, allowing players to interact with it and experience its nightmarish transformation. Several other mods based on the Verity phenomenon have also seen significant download numbers.
Murder Meet Cute demo out now on Steam as part of the nonbinary coded games
The demo for the interactive fiction game Murder Meet Cute is now available on Steam as part of the nonbinary coded games festival. The demo allows players to experience Amy's interactions in a 90s computer shop setting, debugging machines with picross-style puzzles. The game is also being exhibited in person at Develop Conference Brighton and Otakuthon.
The Outlast Trials Gets Even More Twisted With Season 7: Project Boneyard
The Outlast Trials has launched its free Season 7 update, titled Project Boneyard, introducing a new Prison Farm environment, a fresh Trial called Locksock the Warden, and a new enemy known as The Biter. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as Rig Customisation and Loadout Presets, and is available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
