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I had my doubts about the Backrooms movie, but this new detail shared by its director changed my mind
Director Kane Parsons revealed that the upcoming movie adaptation of The Backrooms features a massive 30,000 square foot set that caused crew and actors to genuinely get lost, aiming to capture the disorienting nature of the source material. Parsons, who previously worked on a YouTube series adaptation, emphasized the importance of maintaining the endless, unchanging nature of the liminal spaces.
Review Film: Para Perasuk
Wregas Bhanuteja's film 'Para Perasuk' is an experimental and theatrical horror-mystical film that incorporates traditional Indonesian culture. The movie explores themes of personal trauma, societal conflict, and the clash between tradition and modernization, featuring strong performances and elaborate choreography.
Sega posts cryptic Alien: Isolation 2 teaser: 'A feeling of being safer than one really is'
Sega and Creative Assembly have released a cryptic teaser trailer for what is strongly implied to be Alien: Isolation 2. The trailer, titled "False Sense Of Security," features a rainy cityscape and an in-game save point, hinting at a return to the survival horror elements of the original game. The description suggests a continued focus on the terror of being stalked by the Xenomorph.
Investigate a Real-Life Cold Case in the New Trailer for the Mystery Horror Adventure SOS Recordings, Unveiled at the Wishlisted Showcase
CRITICAL REFLEX has announced three new horror titles: SOS Recordings, Cucina Stellata, and Grobnopolis | Last Days. A new trailer for SOS Recordings, a mystery horror adventure based on a real-life cold case, premiered at the Wishlisted showcase. The publisher also detailed Cucina Stellata, a psychological horror game focused on culinary rituals, and Grobnopolis | Last Days, an atmospheric horror experience set in 1980s Poland.
Alien: Isolation 2 Gets Its First Teaser Trailer
Creative Assembly has released a teaser trailer for a new Alien: Isolation project, titled 'False Sense of Security'. While not officially confirmed as a sequel, the trailer features iconic elements from the original game and suggests a continuation of the survival horror series. The developer has previously announced a new Alien: Isolation title is in development for 2024, with potential platforms including the Nintendo Switch.
Alien: Isolation sequel gets new teaser trailer
Sega and Creative Assembly released a new teaser trailer for the sequel to Alien: Isolation, coinciding with Alien Day. The trailer, which features an ESRB rating pending logo, hints at the upcoming game that was first announced to be in early development in 2024. The original Alien: Isolation was released in 2014 across multiple platforms.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of May 2026
May 2026 is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring titles across various genres and platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Notable releases include the musical narrative sim Wax Heads, the action-adventure Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several games will also be entering early access, offering players a chance to experience ongoing development.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 27, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of April 27, 2026, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Titles range from cozy adventures like Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth and inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories, to action-packed games such as He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction and Invincible VS. The lineup also includes strategy games like Lunchbreak Tactics, horror with Mourning Tide, and roguelikes like SAROS and Gambonanza.
N/A Museum – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
N/A Museum is a first-person horror exploration game where players investigate a sealed art museum after a mysterious fire. Players must uncover the truth behind the incident, avoid a watchful curator, and interpret the rules of lurking entities to survive and escape. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Alien: Isolation Sequel Gets First Teaser Aptly Titled “False Sense of Security”
Creative Assembly and Sega have released a teaser for the sequel to Alien: Isolation, titled "False Sense of Security." While details like an official name, release date, and platforms are not yet available, the teaser hints at a return to the survival horror gameplay of the original. The original Alien: Isolation was released in 2014 for PC and consoles.
What to read this weekend: Monsters in the Archives dives deep into Stephen King's early works
This article recommends two new reading materials for the weekend: 'Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King,' which explores the early works of Stephen King, and the first issue of the Image Comics miniseries, 'Corpse Knight.'
INDIE Live Expo April 2026 Recap Highlights 200+ Games and Announcements
The April 2026 INDIE Live Expo showcased over 200 indie games, featuring world premieres, trailers, and release dates. Notable announcements included Crymelight, Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King’s Castle LOL, In Us, and Feather’s Edge. The event also highlighted upcoming titles and a concurrent Steam sale featuring over 700 games.
Kritikus Nilai Lee Cronin's The Mummy Jauh dari Kisah Asli The Mummy
Critics have largely panned Lee Cronin's new film The Mummy, with many noting its departure from the original franchise's core themes of colonialism and revenge. Despite a 47% score on Rotten Tomatoes, audiences have responded more favorably with a 75% score, finding the film to be an entertaining, albeit chaotic, horror experience.
Sinopsis Songko, Legenda Teror Penghisap Darah Masyarakat Minahasa
Songko is a new Indonesian horror film based on a local legend from Minahasa, Manado, set in the 1980s. The story follows a remote village plagued by mysterious deaths of young women, leading residents to believe a blood-sucking entity called Songko is responsible. The film, directed by Gerald Mamahit, explores themes of fear, suspicion, and supernatural elements within a close-knit community.
Ini Kata Para Penonton Salmokji: Whispering Water
The horror film "Salmokji: Whispering Water" has received praise from audiences in South Korea since its release on April 8, with many fans visiting the actual location featured in the movie. The film, based on an urban legend about a reservoir, has garnered an average rating of 3.2 on Letterboxd, with viewers commending its tense jumpscares, visuals, and cinematography, though some criticized the lack of depth in supporting characters.
Over Your Dead Body is an ultra-violent, surprisingly heartwarming gorefest with kills that would make Michael Myers…
Over Your Dead Body is an ultra-violent action-horror comedy directed by Jorma Taccone, starring Jason Segel and Samara Weaving as a couple who plan to murder each other, only to be interrupted by escaped convicts. Despite the extreme gore, the film features a surprisingly heartwarming love story that ultimately prevails. The movie is currently in theaters.
Review Film: The Drama
The Drama is a film that explores the intense trials a couple faces before marriage, presented in a suspenseful and uncomfortable atmosphere that blurs the lines between romance and horror. Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, the movie features strong performances from Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, who convincingly portray characters navigating anxiety and emotional turmoil. While labeled a rom-com, its original plot and dark humor create a thought-provoking, albeit emotionally taxing, viewing experience that questions the depth of our understanding of our partners.
5 Rekomendasi Film Akhir Pekan, Para Perasuk hingga The Drama
This weekend's cinema releases include a variety of genres, featuring Indonesian cultural exploration in 'Para Perasuk' and Minahasan horror in 'Songko'. Audiences can also enjoy psychological drama in 'The Drama' and the biopic 'Michael' chronicling the life of Michael Jackson. 'Mother Mary,' starring Anne Hathaway, also premieres, focusing on a pop icon's comeback.
DOLLMAKER Creeps Onto Xbox – A Twisted Game Of Precision And Fear
The puzzle horror game DOLLMAKER is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £5.79. Developed by MrWhiteNoiz and published by Upscale Studio, the game challenges players to accurately recreate dolls from photographs under a time limit. The experience focuses on observation, speed, and a tense atmosphere.
Don't miss The Third Shift, a Game Boy horror museum that cleverly entangles Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation
The Third Shift is a new Game Boy horror game that blends Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation. Players take on the role of a security guard at a museum with a dark history, navigating exhibits and uncovering secrets while being surveilled. The game cleverly uses multiple perspectives and fixed camera angles to create a unique and unsettling experience.
