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Commence ‘Operation: Deep Freeze’; Tripwire Interactive Releases Killing Floor 3’s Third Seasonal Update, Packed with New Content and Features
Tripwire Interactive has released the third seasonal update for Killing Floor 3, titled 'Operation: Deep Freeze,' for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This free update introduces a new Antarctic map, a new Specialist named Masterson III, new weapons like the Tekko-Kagi and M-97 Trench Gun, a new Scavenger Zed and Alpha Scavenger boss, and gameplay enhancements to speed up combat. The update also includes a new Survival Option for longer missions and the Season Three Supply Pass with a comic book reader.
Ready or Not Boiling Point – Enter the house of tactical techno-thriller horror
The tactical shooter Ready or Not has released its new Boiling Point DLC, adding three new missions set in an amusement park, a bank during riots, and City Hall. The DLC also introduces new weapons and quality-of-life improvements, maintaining the game's tense atmosphere and tactical gameplay. The Boiling Point DLC is priced at $9.99 / £7.99 and can be played by non-owners if the host owns it.
Directive 8020’s new trailer is all about the ‘movie night’ multiplayer
Supermassive Games' upcoming sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020, will feature a 'Movie Night Mode' allowing up to five players to experience the story together locally, with online multiplayer planned post-launch. The game, set to release on May 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, also introduces a 'Turning Points' feature for rewinding key moments and a traditional 'Survival Mode' with permanent consequences.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes launches on PS VR2 April 24
Little Nightmares: Altered Echoes, a new VR experience in the franchise, is set to launch on PlayStation VR2 on April 24, 2026. Players will control Dark Six in first-person, navigating distorted environments and encountering familiar characters and threats from the series.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes launches April 24 for PS VR2, SteamVR, and Quest
The virtual reality horror game Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is set to release on April 24 for PlayStation VR2, SteamVR, and Meta Quest platforms. The game expands on the Little Nightmares universe with new challenges and environments.
"It's not a full game mode, but here": Resident Evil Requiem gets kawaii makeover as Capcom tries to appease Resident Evil 2 director, who's been begging for a scare-free game since 1998
Capcom has created a 'kawaii' makeover for Resident Evil Requiem, adding pink cat ears and cherry blossoms to in-game characters, in an attempt to appease Resident Evil 2 director Hideki Kamiya. Kamiya has expressed a long-standing desire for a less scary, more puzzle-focused experience within the Resident Evil series, even suggesting a 'safe mode' and cheerful music.
You'll wish you'd been ghosted after watching the new trailer for upcoming horror movie Obsession
The new trailer for the upcoming horror movie Obsession has been released by Universal Pictures. Directed by Curry Barker, the film centers on a man who uses a mysterious item to make his crush love him more, only for it to turn into a terrifying nightmare. Obsession is set to release in US cinemas on May 15, 2026.
As horror fans call for more continuity across the series, Evil Dead's Bruce Campbell explains why he hasn't…
Bruce Campbell, known for his role as Ash Williams in the Evil Dead franchise, explained that his absence from more recent Evil Dead movies stems from a disinterest in studio politics and schmoozing executives. While he has produced subsequent films and appeared in the TV series Ash vs Evil Dead, Campbell prefers a more hands-off approach to filmmaking, leaving the studio interactions to his collaborators Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert.
This horror game where you're a conscious nuclear missile boasts 'one handed mouse only controls', leaving me with assumptions that proved incorrect when I had to saw my own limbs off
The horror game Brainshell, developed by the four-person Finnish Brainshell Team, features a unique premise where players control a conscious nuclear missile in a 1963 alternate reality. The game utilizes one-handed mouse controls and incorporates experimental elements, including a disturbing mechanic where the player must saw off their own limbs. The demo showcases a chilling atmosphere with warped sound design and a narrative that delves into the protagonist's indoctrination.
After stepping down from Scream 7, Happy Death Day director sets horror return with supernatural pic that may or may not…
Director Christopher Landon is returning to horror with the supernatural film Final Boarding, which he is writing and directing for Sony's Screen Gems. The film is based on a short story of the same name, and Landon will work from both the original story and a previously written script.
10 TV Shows That Mix Spooky Moments with Laugh-Out-Loud Fun
This article lists 10 supernatural comedy TV shows that blend spooky elements with humor, offering a fun way to enjoy both genres. The list includes series like The Bondsman, What We Do in the Shadows, Wizards of Waverly Place, and The Addams Family, highlighting their unique mix of horror and comedy.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Origins Developer Diary
A developer diary for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Origins has been released, showcasing gameplay that leans towards combat rather than the survival horror style some fans were hoping for. Despite this shift, the project remains of interest due to the beloved Hellraiser IP and its commitment to a single-player experience.
Beautiful PS5 Remake of PS2 Game Out Today on PS Store
Koei Tecmo has released Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake today on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. This overhauled version of the 2003 PlayStation 2 horror game features modernized visuals, audio, and gameplay systems. The remake follows twin sisters lost in a haunted village, using the Camera Obscura to fight vengeful spirits.
UFOPHILIA is now available on Nintendo Switch
UFOPHILIA, a horror investigation experience developed by K148 Game Studio and published by JanduSoft, is now available on Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to investigate extraterrestrial phenomena, gather evidence, and survive encounters with alien beings across seven distinct locations.
Pocong Cursed Hospital Walkthrough
This guide provides a walkthrough for the horror game Pocong Cursed Hospital, detailing objectives and strategies for each of its four stages. It explains the lore behind the Pocong monster from Malaysian and Indonesian folklore and offers tips on how to survive its pursuit by using hiding spots and a camera mechanic.
To celebrate Resident Evil Requiem, Fanatical's latest sale drops the series to its lowest prices yet - including the newest horror game
Fanatical is holding a sale on the Resident Evil series, with prices dropping to their lowest point. This includes the Resident Evil Village: Winters' Expansion, which is described as a new horror game that can be played standalone and evokes nostalgia for the series.
Resident Evil 2 Director Says Requiem Needs a 'Non-Scary' Mode for Fraidy Cats Like Him
Game designer Hideki Kamiya has suggested that Resident Evil Village should include a 'non-scary' mode to allow players to enjoy the puzzles and combat without the intense horror elements. He believes this would make the game more accessible, drawing parallels to titles like SOMA and Crow Country which offer options to reduce or remove threats.
John Carpenters Toxic Commando Review - Lost in the Horde | COGconnected
This review evaluates John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, questioning if it will successfully translate the director's unique style into a compelling interactive experience. The game appears to be a horde-based action title with horror elements.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando review - from the director of The Thing
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a competent co-op shooter that, despite its association with the acclaimed director, feels like an Xbox 360 era throwback. While the music and gunplay are solid, and the siege and vehicle sections are fun, the game suffers from unoriginal ideas, underdeveloped abilities, and a weak script. It offers a reasonably priced diversion for friends looking for a new co-op experience, but its connection to John Carpenter is limited primarily to the soundtrack.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake review | Loot Level Chill
Koei Tecmo's remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly aims to revitalize the cult classic horror title. The review assesses whether the new version successfully captures the essence of the original while offering a compelling horror experience.
