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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.
The Cheapest Horror Game On Xbox And PlayStation – Dare You Enter Village of the Curse?
Village of the Curse, a budget-priced horror game from publisher Sometimes You and developer Leakage Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation for £1.69. The game tasks players with investigating a mysterious settlement filled with supernatural threats and dark secrets.
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
THE WELL IS NOT EMPTY is a first-person horror exploration game where players descend into abandoned tunnels to investigate a dried-up water source and unsettling sounds. The gameplay involves navigating dark passages, manually powering generators, and using stealth to avoid creatures. A beta demo is available on Steam.
Die Severed launches demo on Steam: a lo-fi horror dice game about debt and dismemberment
Independent developer Philip Markowski has released a demo for Die Severed, a lo-fi horror dice game about debt and dismemberment, on Steam. Players gamble with dice to pay off debts, with the risk of losing a finger if they fail. The demo features the core roguelite loop, unique dice, abilities, and rule-bending House Rules.
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The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a new horror game that draws inspiration from the works of H.P. Lovecraft. The preview offers a glimpse into its unsettling atmosphere and unique gameplay mechanics.
Summer Game Fest 2026 predictions: 5 games I'm convinced we'll see
This article predicts five games likely to be showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, including Metro 2039, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Alien Isolation 2, Witchbrook, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. It discusses potential release dates, gameplay reveals, and the significance of each title for their respective developers and publishers.
Review: Decollate Decoration (Nintendo Switch)
Decollate Decoration is a short horror visual novel with point-and-click gameplay on the Nintendo Switch, featuring a cute but creepy 2D pixel art style. Players guide a ghost girl trying to take her beloved with her to the afterlife within 49 in-game days, with choices leading to six different endings. While lacking gore or jump scares, the game builds an unsettling atmosphere through its narrative and character design.
Director of one of 2026's biggest surprise horror hits slams GenAI: "If I could snap my fingers and make generative AI disappear forever, I probably would"
Kane Parsons, director of the surprise horror hit Backrooms, has expressed strong opposition to generative AI, stating he would eliminate it if possible. While acknowledging potential VFX uses, he finds no creative enjoyment in AI tools and views their prevalence as a symptom of cultural and economic decline, though he is interested in artistically interrogating its iconography in future projects.
Hopes for a Star Wars horror movie renew as Deadpool and Wolverine director has an idea for an unlikely mash-up
Shawn Levy, director of Deadpool & Wolverine and executive producer on the horror film Backrooms, has an idea for a Star Wars horror movie. He is currently working on Star Wars: Starfighter and is intrigued by the possibility of a Backrooms-inspired Star Wars mashup. Levy expressed interest in exploring new genres within the Star Wars universe, a sentiment echoed by Andor creator Tony Gilroy.
Meowmories is a horror game from a cat’s perspective
Meowmories is a horror adventure game developed in Unreal Engine 5 where players experience the world from a cat's perspective as they search for their owner. The game features voice-activated meows to stun enemies, memory collection for multiple endings, and a focus on trial-and-error gameplay. A demo is scheduled for release soon on PC via Steam, with the full game expected to have a playtime of 1-2 hours.
Cronos: Lazarus Images Leak Ahead of Reveal, Allegedly DLC Instead of a Sequel
Images allegedly from Cronos: Lazarus have leaked, suggesting it may be DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn rather than a standalone sequel. The leaker's tweets indicate the expansion will continue the narrative of the successful horror title, which was praised for its insightful story and world-building.
Encryptid is the horror game Pokémon fans have wanted for years
Encryptid is described as a horror game that fulfills the desires of Pokémon fans for a darker, more mature take on the monster-collecting genre. The game blends elements of horror with creature collection mechanics.
After Silent Hill f combat discourse, Silent Hill Townfall goes all-in on stealth as "evasion is your only…
Silent Hill: Townfall will launch on September 24, 2026, with a greater emphasis on stealth gameplay, including evasion and hiding, rather than direct combat. This approach contrasts with the more action-oriented Silent Hill f, and the game will feature a first-person perspective. The announcement was made during a PlayStation State of Play showcase.
