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The creators of Postal just announced a new FPS where you play as a victim of the Postal Dude's original killing…
Running With Scissors has announced Flesh & Wire, a new horror first-person shooter where players take on the role of a victim of the original Postal Dude's 1997 killing spree. The game will feature tracking the Postal Dude across the Arizona desert, battling military forces, and confronting traumatic memories. Flesh & Wire is slated for release next year.
Crisol: Theater of Idols Review | TheXboxHub
Crisol: Theater of Idols is a first-person action-adventure game set in Spain, featuring a unique blood-powered combat mechanic and a steampunk fantasy narrative. Players control Gabriel, a soldier of the Sun God, who must fight against the Sea God's followers on the island of Tormentosa. Despite some narrative confusion, the game offers engaging combat, interesting puzzles, and strong visual design powered by Unreal Engine 5.
Paragnosia: Museum – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Paragnosia: Museum is a horror game where players take on the role of Esther Mason, an exorcist tasked with breaking a curse at the Duskheath Museum. Players must use a rail-mounted camera to photograph anomalies and exorcise spirits over eight rounds, with survival depending on maintaining protective seals. Beta sign-ups are now open for the game, which features occult-themed exhibits and sessions lasting 45-200 minutes.
Requiem is my first Resident Evil game - I had no idea what was happening, but loved it anyway
The author shares their experience playing Resident Evil Village: Winters' Expansion as their first entry in the Resident Evil series. Despite being unfamiliar with the franchise's lore and plot, they thoroughly enjoyed the game.
SAEKO: Giantess Dating Sim coming to Switch this summer
SAEKO: Giantess Dating Sim, a giantess dating sim and horror visual novel from HYPER REAL and SAFE HAVN STUDIO, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on June 25th. The game, which was originally released for PC in May 2025, features dual gameplay systems for day and night, with distinct art styles and challenging choices.
Horripilant Spider Puzzle Guide - Spider Web Solution
This guide for the horror game Horripilant explains how to solve the tricky spider web puzzle. The solution involves using the in-game map to distract the spider, allowing players to clear the web and progress. Horripilant is a clicking-based horror game with positive reviews on Steam.
Running With Scissors announced horror first person shooter Flesh & Wire
Running With Scissors has announced Flesh & Wire, a new horror first-person shooter that delves into the dark psychological roots of the POSTAL series. Players will control Angel on a revenge mission across Arizona, facing cults, the law, and military forces in a surreal 'Dreamscape' that blends reality with nightmares. The game promises a brutal arsenal and otherworldly powers.
2 Scary, 2 Silly, and 2 Chill Indie Games ✌️
This article provides reviews for six indie games: REANIMAL, LOVE ETERNAL, Lovish, The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest, WiZmans World Re;Try, and Tiny Garden. The games span various genres including horror, puzzle, action platformer, Metroidvania, and RPG, and are available on platforms like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Look for your lost documentary making sister in an ancient fungus filled Antarctica in the walking sim horror Cryptica
The psychological horror game Cryptica is set to release in 2026, featuring a narrative where players search for a missing sister in a fungus-infested Antarctica. The game, described as a walking simulator, incorporates elements of cosmic horror and hallucinations induced by permafrost melt. It is available to wishlist on Steam.
Lab 47 – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Lab 47 is a cooperative exploration adventure game where players join an experimental team activating interdimensional portals to various realities. The game features online co-op, allowing players to explore worlds inspired by horror and dark fantasy, collect artifacts, and upgrade equipment to access more dangerous dimensions. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
BATHYSPHERE – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
BATHYSPHERE is a horror strategy adventure game where players pilot a 1940s deep-sea submersible trapped in a repeating battle. Players must use sonar to locate and strike an enemy bathysphere to survive and descend deeper, uncovering clues within mysterious underwater facilities. Beta sign-ups are now open.
Halloween Slashes Into PAX East With First Ever Playable Demo
The first playable demo for the asymmetrical stealth horror game Halloween will debut at PAX East, featuring a 1v4 multiplayer experience where one player controls Michael Myers and four others attempt to survive. Developer IllFonic, alongside partners, will host a panel with John Carpenter and attempt a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Michael Myers. The game launches September 8, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Clint Hocking, Creative Director of the next Assassin's Creed, leaves Ubisoft following restructure
Clint Hocking, Creative Director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, has departed Ubisoft following a company-wide restructure. Hocking, known for his work on Far Cry 2 and Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory, was leading the development of the new title, which is described as a horror-focused experience. Jean Guesdon has taken over as Creative Director for Codename Hexe.
Silent Hill’s James Sunderland and Pyramid Head Coming to Fortnite
Fortnite is collaborating with the Silent Hill franchise, bringing characters James Sunderland and Pyramid Head to the battle royale. This unexpected crossover is seen as a strategic move by Epic Games to leverage horror content and by Konami to promote upcoming Silent Hill projects like the Silent Hill 2 Remake. The collaboration is expected to drop in the coming weeks and could pave the way for other horror franchises to appear in Fortnite.
Review | The Run (PC)
The Run is a visually stunning and engaging FMV game that offers a tense narrative experience on PC. Despite some minor interface issues and occasional dialogue awkwardness, the game excels with its beautiful scenery, strong acting from Roxanne McKee and George Blagden, and a compelling story with multiple endings. The game lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes, with plenty of replayability due to its branching paths and unlockable content.
Berry Bury Berry Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% completion in the horror game Berry Bury Berry, which is available on Steam. It lists all achievements and trophies, including how to unlock them, such as completing days, growing berries, banking money, and finding specific collectibles.
Total Chaos Review
Total Chaos is a highly ambitious horror game that successfully blends intense dread with solid first-person shooter and melee combat mechanics. Developed by Trigger Happy Interactive and published by Apogee Entertainment, the game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, offering a terrifying experience with minor annoyances like save point placement and some survival elements.
Most Popular Game Genres in 2026
In 2026, game genres are more important than individual titles as players gravitate towards styles that fit their play habits. Action, Shooter, and RPGs lead on PC and consoles due to immediate engagement, skill progression, and meaningful choices, respectively. Mobile gaming sees dominance from Puzzle and Casual genres, while Battle Royale, Simulation, and others maintain popularity through replayability, low-pressure gameplay, and flexibility.
REANIMAL Review
REANIMAL, developed by Tarsier Studios, offers a harrowing horror experience reminiscent of Little Nightmares, featuring a bleak world, grotesque enemies, and a focus on atmosphere over complex puzzles. Despite floaty platforming and basic combat, the game delivers a grim and impactful journey, available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Hideo Kojima’s OD: Release Date, Gameplay, And Everything We Know
Hideo Kojima's upcoming horror game, OD, developed by Kojima Productions in collaboration with Xbox Game Studios, is still in early development with no release date announced. The game will feature performances by Sophia Lillis, Udo Kier, and Hunter Schafer, and is being built with Unreal Engine 5. Kojima has teased a unique 'fear-throttling' gameplay system and a blurring of lines between gaming and film, with input from filmmaker Jordan Peele.