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Silent Hill 2 remakers Bloober Team are boldly going where few horror devs have gone before in Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a "psychological thriller" starring Ro Laren
Bloober Team, known for Silent Hill 2 and Cronos: The New Dawn, is developing Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a psychological thriller set on an uncharted planet. Players will control Ro Laren, voiced by Michelle Forbes, as she encounters hostile creatures and a mind-altering entity. The game is scheduled for a 2027 release and is a collaboration with Paramount Games Studio.
Halloween: The Game’s Scary New Story Trailer Shows Michael Myers Finding His Mask And Knife
A new story trailer for Halloween: The Game has been released, showcasing the single-player mode where players embody Michael Myers. The trailer highlights how Myers acquires his iconic mask and knife. The game will feature a six-chapter campaign and a multiplayer mode. Digital preorders are available, with the deluxe edition offering early access starting September 4 and the standard release on September 8 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
SGF 2026: Taking a First Look at Don't Fret—Five Nights At Shreddy’s
Don't Fret, a new horror game inspired by titles like Bendy and the Ink Machine, offers a unique blend of music and psychological terror. The game places players in the role of Fret, a cartoon guitar who must navigate a nightmarish music school called Harmonic Heights, facing both physical and psychological horrors.
Halloween teases single-player slash 'em up campaign in grisly new trailer
IllFonic and Gun Media have revealed a single-player campaign for Halloween: The Game, focusing on Michael Myers' origin story. The trailer showcases gameplay where players control Myers, emphasizing stabbing and stalking mechanics. The game is set to release on September 8 and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Monster horror simulation game My Cannibal Family announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
My Cannibal Family, a monster horror simulation game with cooperative multiplayer, has been announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, with a planned 2027 release. Players will build a theme park to lure and harvest visitors to feed their mutant family, seeking revenge on those who wronged them. A closed PC playtest is currently available.
The Sinking City 2 arrives this August, and there's a demo you can play right now
Frogwares announced that its Lovecraftian horror sequel, The Sinking City 2, will launch on August 18 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. An hour-long demo is also available now on Steam. The game shifts focus to horror and survival, with optional detective work, and development has been impacted by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The Sinking City 2 launches in August
Frogwares has announced that The Sinking City 2 will launch on August 18th for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. A playable demo is now available on Steam, introducing the new protagonist Calvin and the flooded city of Arkham. The game features Lovecraftian horror elements, survival mechanics, and a narrative focused on occult adventurer Calvin Rafferty.
How To Reach The Backrooms In Scary Shawarma Kiosk The Anomaly (And Escape)
This guide explains how to access and escape The Backrooms, a limited-time event in Scary Shawarma Kiosk The Anomaly inspired by internet horror and the Backrooms movie. Players must serve a specific customer and follow him to a hidden doorway to enter. To escape, a puzzle involving assembling a shawarma must be solved.
What We Played – 007 First Light, Mina The Hollower & Gothic Remake
Several gaming outlets shared their recent play experiences, including 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, and Mina The Hollower. Other titles mentioned include Skull & Bones, Diablo 4, God of War, and the newly released Gothic 1 Remake. The article also touches on upcoming previews and reviews for various games.
Bloober Team and Lionsgate Reveal SAW: GENESIS, A New Asymmetrical Multiplayer Horror Game That Expands The Lore of the SAW Universe
Lionsgate, Bloober Team, Broken Mirror Games, and Anshar Studios have revealed SAW: GENESIS, a new asymmetrical multiplayer horror game set before the events of the SAW films. The game features a 3v1 format where three players must escape traps orchestrated by a single 'Judge' player. Early Access is planned for this fall, with playtests available soon.
SAW: GENESIS Announced
Lionsgate, Bloober Team, Broken Mirror Games, and Anshar Studios have announced SAW: GENESIS, a new 3v1 asymmetrical horror game. The title is inspired by the popular SAW film franchise.
First Alien: Isolation 2 Footage Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026
The first trailer for Alien: Isolation 2 was revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026, showcasing a new planet and the return of the Xenomorph. The footage hints at a continuation of the survival horror experience from the original game.
I am diagnostically rabid for Silent Hill remake studio Bloober's new Saw horror game
Bloober Team, known for the Silent Hill 2 remake, has revealed Saw: Genesis, a 3v1 asymmetrical horror multiplayer game based on the Saw franchise. Set 100 years before John Kramer became Jigsaw, the game features players sacrificing limbs to escape traps. The reveal trailer also announced an alpha sign-up and confirmed Tobin Bell's return as Jigsaw.
Alien Isolation 2's first trailer takes the horror to a colony planet
The first trailer for Alien Isolation 2 has been released, showcasing a new colony planet setting. The abbreviated name 'AI 2' is highlighted as a potentially frightening aspect of the upcoming horror title.
Creative Assembly gives new sneak peek of Alien Isolation 2
Creative Assembly has provided a new sneak peek at the upcoming Alien: Isolation 2. Further details about the game's development and content were shared.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers, including Resident Evil Veronica remake, Alien: Isolation 2, genAtlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7: Revelation. Several developers also revealed new projects, such as PlatinumGames' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and RGG Studio's Virtua Fighter: Crossroads. The event also featured updates on existing titles like Palworld and Fortnite, alongside reveals for new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Monster Hunter.
The Future Game Show Summer Showcase airs tomorrow and will offer an extended look at Exodus, plus new trailers and big…
The Future Game Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, featuring over 40 upcoming games with new trailers and world premieres. The event will include an extended gameplay look at Archetype Entertainment's sci-fi action RPG, Exodus, and will be hosted by actors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan. Other featured titles include Halloween: The Game, WARDOGS, Annimo, Don't Fret, The Pines, Grave Seasons, Shark Dentist, Terminal War, and Alkahest.
Review Film: Hokum
Hokum, directed by Damian McCarthy, is a simple yet effectively crafted horror film that utilizes Irish folklore and well-timed jump scares to create a tense atmosphere. The film successfully balances supernatural terror with human drama, avoiding excessive gore and relying on subtle psychological horror, similar to early entries in The Conjuring franchise. McCarthy's work, supported by strong performances and technical contributions from Joseph Bishara and Colm Hogan, marks a promising commercial step for the director.
