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The Exorcist: Martyrs trailer arrives online, promising unholy horrors for Scarlett Johansson
A trailer has been released for The Exorcist: Martyrs, directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Scarlett Johansson as a detective investigating paranormal activity. The film, which also features John Leguizamo, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Laurence Fishburne, is set to arrive in theaters on March 12, 2027. This new installment aims to revive the franchise after the perceived failure of The Exorcist: Believer.
Leave It To Control Resonant To Make City Buses Scary
Remedy Entertainment's Control Resonant masterfully transforms mundane objects, like city buses, into terrifying enemies through its unique blend of horror and surrealism. This approach, inspired by David Lynch, challenges player familiarity and creates a sense of dread, exemplified by the Hiss Transporter enemy. The game builds upon the concept of Altered Items established in the original Control, recontextualizing everyday items into sinister tools of destruction.
Battlefield 6’s Dead Space Event Has Players Storming Area 51
Electronic Arts and DICE are introducing a Dead Space-themed in-game event for Battlefield 6, described as a "non-canon" experience. This event will feature Necromorphs within the Area 51 setting, allowing for creative freedom in its implementation.
Silent Hill boss says Konami planning more new games for years to come
Konami is planning to release new Silent Hill games annually, with producer Motoi Okamoto confirming that projects beyond the current wave are already in development. Following the successful releases of Silent Hill 2 remake, Silent Hill f, and Silent Hill: Townfall, the next title will be a remake of the original 1999 game. Konami is collaborating with various studios like Bloober Team and NeoBards Entertainment to bring diverse experiences to the franchise.
Hellraiser: Revival Divides Opinion on Release
Hellraiser: Revival has launched to a divided reception, with critics offering a wide range of scores from 4.5/10 to 9/10, while players on Steam have overwhelmingly praised the game. Developed by Saber Interactive and published by Boss Team Games, the first-person horror title is noted for its faithfulness to Clive Barker's original material and its extreme content, which has already caused issues for some content creators. Despite praise for its atmosphere and story, some critics cited bugs and frustrating design.
Capcom says Resident Evil Requiem started out as an online game, explains why the idea was abandoned
Capcom revealed that Resident Evil Requiem was initially conceived as an online game, according to producer Masachika Kawata. A mid-development survey yielded unfavorable results, prompting the team to shift focus back to the horror concept and abandon the online direction. The protagonist was also changed from Leon to Grace to better emphasize the game's horror elements.
Valor Mortis Showcases More Cronenbergian Horrors in New Launch Trailer
Valor Mortis, a first-person Souls-like horror game from One More Level, is set to launch on October 13th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. A new trailer showcases its Cronenbergian horrors, featuring a Napoleonic-era plague that transforms soldiers and citizens into grotesque monstrosities. Players will control James Alexander, a revived soldier battling these nightmarish creations.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (October 9-11)
This week's streaming highlights include new adaptations and original series across major platforms. Prime Video offers a modern take on Stephen King's Carrie, while Netflix presents the supernatural thriller Below and Apple TV features John Cena in the action-comedy Matchbox: The Movie. Paramount Plus expands the Avatar universe with Avatar: Seven Havens, and Netflix also adds the thriller Animals.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival – Launch Trailer
The launch trailer for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival has been released, marking the end of anticipation and the beginning of the experience. Players are invited to descend into Hell, wield the Genesis Configuration, and face the Cenobites and their fanatical cultists.
I enjoy how Hellraiser: Revival's 'real-life' bondage club makes the rest of Hellraiser: Revival feel kind of embarrassing
The article discusses how the 'real-life' BDSM club in Hellraiser: Revival inadvertently highlights the ridiculousness of the game's horror elements and other violent video games with sexual themes. The author finds the contrast between the game's attempts at dark fantasy and its actual gameplay mechanics, such as crafting and combat, to be embarrassing and childish, with the sex club serving as a point of ironic humor.
Good Smile Company has re-released the cute but terrifying Sadako Ring Nendoroid this spooky season
Good Smile Company has re-released its Sadako Nendoroid figure, inspired by the original Ring horror film, for the Halloween season. Pre-orders are available for $54.99 until November 11, with the figure expected to ship between April and June of next year. The collectible includes interchangeable face plates, a miniature well, and a VHS tape accessory.
Hellraiser: Revival review - BDSM horror gets the unsubtle, but still often enjoyable double-A treatment
Hellraiser: Revival is a messy, uneven, but often fascinating double-A horror game that attempts to revive the iconic franchise. While its narrative and tone are inconsistent, the game features engaging combat, tense set-pieces, and visually striking Labyrinth sections that elevate the experience.
Hellraiser Revival review - Angels, demons, and everything in between
Hellraiser Revival offers a compelling horror experience that pays tribute to its source material with intriguing characters and a cohesive narrative. The game tackles mature themes like sadomasochism and abuse, but does so in a way that is both unsettling and thought-provoking. Its environments, sound design, and combat mechanics, particularly the use of the Genesis Configuration, contribute to a polished and impactful horror game.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival review – we have such sights to show you
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is a hyper-sexual survival horror game that boldly embraces the franchise's themes of sadomasochism, offering a faithful yet derivative experience. While its handling of sex and violence is uncompromising and its Labyrinth sections are well-realized, the gameplay suffers from ropey combat and poor enemy AI, making it a janky but fascinating adaptation.
Hellraiser: Revival Review
This review of Hellraiser: Revival criticizes the game for its lack of quality, stating that while the antagonist Pinhead looks the part, little else in the game is executed to a similar standard.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival review: "Pinhead's return is glorious, and exactly what I wanted as a fan of the horror classics"
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is a glorious and violent follow-up to the original movies, successfully capturing the spirit of Clive Barker's novella. While the combat can feel weightless at times, the game excels in its thematic depth, exploration of the Labyrinth, and the utilization of the Cenobites. The game is praised for its mature handling of themes like consent and objectification, making it a strong resurrection of the Hellraiser franchise.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Review
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is an ambitious game that does not shy away from its extreme displays of sex and violence. The review suggests the game embraces its mature themes.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Is The Best Entry In The Franchise Since The Original Film
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is a grotesque and ambitious horror-action survival game that successfully brings Clive Barker's vision to life with incredible fidelity. Despite a shaky start and an identity crisis, the game evolves into a unique experience, blending stealth, melee combat, and shooting mechanics with a compelling narrative rooted in the Hellraiser lore. The game handles mature themes of desire, abuse, and BDSM with consideration, making it a well-deserved addition to the Hellraiser legacy.
Mike Flanagan says his Carrie series could lead to "something else down the line," and would "love to know a lot more about" the mystery women we meet in the finale
Director Mike Flanagan discussed the potential for future seasons of his Carrie TV series, stating that while the current season honors the character's arc, there is significant potential for exploring the mystery women introduced later in the season. He expressed a desire to know more about these characters and hinted at the possibility of a Carrie trilogy, with star Summer H. Howell also keen to return.
BrokenLore: Ascend Launches on on January 7, 2027 for PC and PS5
BrokenLore: Ascend is set to launch on January 7, 2027, for PC and PlayStation 5. The game follows daredevil streamers Ren and Yui as they climb Elysium Tower, facing a monster inspired by Japanese folklore. The title aims to build on the intense and terrifying experiences of previous franchise entries.
