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If you love horror boomer shooters keep BLIGHTEN on your radar
BLIGHTEN is a horror-themed boomer shooter that emphasizes a dark, retro aesthetic with 2D enemy and weapon sprites in a 3D world. The game features brutal combat, resource management, and a deep narrative set within a decaying research facility. It is available on PC via Proton/Wine.
Stellar Blade Dev Acquires Shinji Mikami's New Studio, Will Publish Its Games
Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound, the new studio founded by horror game veteran Shinji Mikami. Shift Up will now publish games developed by Unbound, whose first project is a new IP built in Unreal Engine 5 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Both Shinji Mikami and Shift Up CEO Hyung Tae Kim expressed enthusiasm for their shared creative vision and commitment to high-quality game development.
NubiaPhobia Launches With A Curious Mix Of Horror, Humour And Point-And-Click Chaos
NubiaPhobia, a point-and-click adventure game developed by Tonguç Bodur and published by Sometimes You - FZCO, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game blends horror, humor, and puzzle-solving with a unique visual style, featuring a story about a cursed village and the quest to break the spell.
Studio Ellipsis Launch New Nightholme Gameplay Trailer | Console Creatures
Studio Ellipsis has released a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming multiplayer PvPvE horror game, Nightholme, which is set to launch on PC and consoles this summer. The trailer showcases the Grimrunners, teams of three players who transform into feared forms to hunt other players in a high-risk, high-reward environment. The game will feature a hub area called the Last Ground, where players choose their transformation archetype and abilities. A closed beta sign-up is now available.
The Backrooms trailer combines creepypasta dread and A24 prestige horror
A24 has released the first trailer for its adaptation of the popular creepypasta 'The Backrooms,' showcasing a prestige horror aesthetic and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve. Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, who gained fame for his original Backrooms shorts on YouTube, the film aims to capture the dread of liminal spaces. The trailer also draws comparisons to other liminal space horror projects like the game 'Exit 8'.
Vultures - Scavengers Of Death is a turn-based, extraction take on Resident Evil, and it's out next month
Vultures - Scavengers of Death, a turn-based extraction horror game with PS1-style graphics, is set to release on April 28th. The game draws heavy inspiration from the original Resident Evil titles, featuring a bio-hazard incident in Salento Valley and two playable characters with unique abilities.
Inky Blinky Bob Review - Thumb Culture
Inky Blinky Bob is a game that appears to draw inspiration from Choo-Choo Charles. Players will explore various islands via a mode of transportation while trying to avoid being eaten by a monster.
Crabmeat Review - Thumb Culture
Crabmeat is a fishing game that incorporates horror elements, putting players in the role of a crab fisherman. The reviewer expresses enjoyment for fishing games that venture into horror, citing Dredge and About Fishing as similar examples.
Inky Blinky Bob Review - Thumb Culture
Eldelic Games has launched Inky Blinky Bob, a surreal action-adventure game available on PC via Steam. The title blends stylized horror, absurdist humor, and chaotic airborne combat, offering a unique experience for players.
Square Enix announces "Nier: Cosmic Horror" on April 1, chaos ensues, Yoko Taro last seen wishing he had had…
Square Enix announced "Nier: Cosmic Horror" on April 1st, leading to fan speculation about whether it's a genuine project or an elaborate April Fools' Day prank. Series director Yoko Taro, known for his unconventional announcements, was reportedly seen FaceTiming with The Weeknd while the announcement was made.
A Palworld horror-themed dating sim spinoff is on the way
Developer Pocketpair has announced Palworld: More Than Just Pals, a horror-themed dating sim spinoff where players can romance and consume the game's creatures. Despite the announcement coinciding with April Fool's Day, Pocketpair insists it is not a joke and has launched a Steam page for the title. This follows the recent announcement of another spinoff, Palworld: Palfarm, a farming simulator.
Faces of Death is shaping up to be the scariest movie of 2026, as new film stills look like The Poughkeepsie Tapes meets…
New stills from the upcoming horror film Faces of Death have been released, showcasing unsettling imagery reminiscent of The Poughkeepsie Tapes and Manhunter. Directed by Daniel Goldhaber and written by Isa Mazzei, the film stars Dacre Montgomery and is set to release in theaters on April 10, 2026.
With the Looks of a PS1-Era Retro-3D Title, The Well Is Not Empty Is an Upcoming Horror Game
The Well Is Not Empty, a new first-person psychological horror game with PS1-style visuals, is coming to PC. Developed and published by indie studio tweakEra, the game tasks players with exploring a mysterious underground well and its abandoned tunnels. Key mechanics involve activating machinery, using a hand-crank generator for light, and evading light-fearing creatures.
Palworld Dating Sim 'Pal world! More Than Just Pals' Gets New Trailer Featuring Horror, Time Loops, and
Pocketpair has released a new trailer for Pal♡world! ~More Than Just Pals~, a spin-off dating sim based on Palworld, which is planned for PC via Steam. The trailer showcases a blend of romance, horror, puzzles, and time loop mechanics, featuring familiar Palworld characters reimagined as classmates and staff. The game is currently available for wishlisting on Steam, though a release date has not yet been announced.
New trailer for A24 horror Backrooms is a terrifying trip through liminal space with the same found footage vibes from…
A new trailer has been released for A24's horror film The Backrooms, which is set to premiere on May 29, 2026. The film, inspired by a viral 2019 photo and a 2022 YouTube series, follows a therapist searching for a missing patient in a dimension of liminal spaces. The cast includes Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett, Lukita Maxwell, and Avan Jogia.
Cursed Palworld dating sim "is real" and just got another trailer as Pocketpair publishing boss says it's our fault for asking for it: "You will carry this burden for the rest of your days"
Pocketpair has released a new trailer for Palworld ~ More Than Just Pals, an official dating simulator spin-off that is confirmed to be in development for PC. Publishing head John Buckley stated that the game is being made due to fan demand and will carry a "burden" for players. The trailer hints at dark undertones, including horror and mystery elements, suggesting a subversion of typical dating sim tropes.
Netflix Series Known for Strong Rewatch Value
This list highlights 10 Netflix series recommended for binge-watching, covering various genres from drama and mystery to anime and horror. The selection includes popular titles, hidden gems, and critically acclaimed shows such as 'From Scratch,' 'Maid,' 'Beef,' and 'Frieren: Beyond Journey's End.'
The Evil Clown Psychology: How Birthday Boy Bridges Generational Horror
The game Birthday Boy explores the psychological horror of clowns, focusing on the betrayal of trust between a child and their protector. ID@Xbox has welcomed the title, which aims to blend primal fears with modern viral scares and cinematic interactive nightmares within the monster horror sub-genre.
Money is life and everything in SUPER DEBT, an unrelenting horror themed bullet-hell roguelike
SUPER DEBT is a new horror-themed bullet-hell roguelike where players must manage money to pay off debt, with every action costing in-game currency. The developer, previously known for Garbanzo Quest, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the game, which will be supported on Windows, Linux, Steam Deck, and macOS.
The Evil Clown Psychology: How Birthday Boy Bridges Generational Horror
The horror game Birthday Boy, which taps into primal fears associated with clowns and shattered trust, has been welcomed by ID@Xbox. The game aims to appeal to both seasoned horror fans and a younger generation familiar with viral scares and cinematic interactive nightmares.
