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Netflix Horror Game Starring Sadie Sink and Zoë Kravitz from Oxenfree Developer Night School Studio
Netflix is releasing a new horror game titled Unhinged, developed by Night School Studio, the creators of Oxenfree. The narrative adventure game will feature Sadie Sink and Zoë Kravitz.
Hideo Kojima Hints at OD Accessibility Features
Hideo Kojima discussed his upcoming horror title OD, revealing plans for accessibility features that will allow players easily scared by horror content to still enjoy the game. He mentioned that the concept for this new game system originated during the development of Death Stranding. Kojima also confirmed that Jordan Peele is involved as a writer for the project.
Unhinged – Official Reveal Trailer
Night School Studio, known for Oxenfree and The Afterparty, has revealed its new horror game, Unhinged. The game will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix.
Netflix's Unhinged is bite-sized horror from the makers of Oxenfree
Night School Studio's upcoming horror game, Unhinged, will be playable through the Netflix app using a mobile device as the primary controller. Players will guide Ava, voiced by Zoe Kravitz, through a suspenseful narrative involving a killer on the loose during a hurricane evacuation. The game is designed for short play sessions, with a full playthrough expected to take around 30 minutes, and will be available on June 30.
You Can Play Oxenfree’s Devs New Game Unhinged In 30 Minutes, And It Rules
Night School Studios' new game, Unhinged, offers a 30-minute horror experience streamed through Netflix, utilizing players' real-world phones as an in-game device. Unlike the studio's previous whimsical titles, Unhinged delivers intense scares and gore, focusing on character relationships despite its short runtime. The game's design, spearheaded by Sean Krankel, prioritizes approachability by integrating familiar smartphone functions as the primary gameplay mechanic.
Hideo Kojima Says Every Publisher Told Him His Idea For OD Was “Crazy”
Hideo Kojima revealed that multiple publishers rejected his horror game concept OD, deeming it "crazy" and unfeasible. The game, developed in partnership with Xbox, is described as a "new game system" and aims to be as scary as possible, with a feature to help players who get too frightened. OD will feature celebrity actors and is part of Xbox's effort to support diverse game development.
The Queen’s Gondola out now for free on Steam
Morning Crescent has released The Queen's Gondola, a free cozy horror anomaly game, on Steam for PC. Developed during a layoff period, the game combines anomaly and hide-and-seek mechanics, featuring a narrative and Eldritch horror-inspired anomalies within a hand-crafted environment.
ILL Difficulty Is Key Focus for Developers
Team Clout is actively marketing their upcoming horror game, ILL, focusing on its difficulty system. The developers aim to strike a balance between challenging gameplay and player frustration, ensuring resources are scarce and melee weapons degrade. The game is expected to launch in 2027.
Digimon meets Doki Doki Literature Club: Desktop-Invading Horror 'Digital Anima' is Out Now on Steam
Digital Anima: Virtual Lifeform Care Kit, a desktop-invading horror game, is now available on Steam. Developed by Soiten and published by Dank Hearts Co., Ltd., the game combines virtual pet care with ARG elements, tasking players with investigating real-world websites to uncover a hidden truth. It features an AI-powered chat system for realistic interactions with the virtual pet, Digima.
Brightfall – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Brightfall is an upcoming open-world survival craft game for one to four players set on a cursed 17th-century island. Players must manage their light sources to survive encroaching darkness, scavenge resources, and craft tools to push back the gloom. The game features persistent knowledge unlocks across runs and cooperative gameplay where players can rescue each other from a dark transformation.
'Our game isn't gore porn' says director of game whose trailer features a zombie baby's skull being crushed and someone's eye getting scooped out with a knife
Max Verehin, CEO of Team Clout, defends the graphic content in their upcoming horror game Ill, stating it's not 'gore porn' but aims to evoke emotions similar to Half-Life 2's Ravenholm. He emphasizes the game combines horror and action, focusing on scaring and entertaining players rather than just shocking them. Despite the intense visuals, the game has garnered significant interest, becoming one of Steam's top wishlisted titles, and is slated for a 2027 release.
The Last Question - Free Online Browser Game
The Last Question is a new horror browser game that allows players to instantly play online without downloads. It features a detective interrogation mechanic where players question suspects, analyze statements, and gather evidence to solve crimes.
'They Said I'm Crazy': Kojima's New Single Player Horror Like Nothing Seen Before
Hideo Kojima described his upcoming single-player horror game OD as something unprecedented, aiming to push the boundaries of scariness. He hinted at a unique system designed to allow players to continue even if they find the game too frightening, a concept that initially led publishers to believe he was 'crazy'.
New look at Hideo Kojima’s next game teases horrifying P.T. vibes and Hunter Schafer creeping
A new look at Hideo Kojima's upcoming game suggests a return to horror elements reminiscent of P.T. The preview also features actress Hunter Schafer, hinting at her involvement in the project.
I slept on Grounded for years, and now I’m having spider nightmares
The author expresses a newfound fear of spiders after playing the game Grounded for an extended period. This personal reflection highlights the game's ability to evoke strong emotional responses, even after initial apprehension.
Hideo Kojima Says Upcoming Xbox Horror Game OD Has a Special System for People Who Are Too Scared to Keep Playing
Hideo Kojima revealed that his upcoming Xbox horror game, OD, features a unique system designed for players who find the game too frightening to continue. This mechanic aims to accommodate players with lower tolerance for horror elements.
The Mimic codes (June 2026)
This guide provides working codes for the Roblox game The Mimic, offering free revive credits. It explains how to redeem these codes within the game and where to find new codes through official channels like Discord. The article also details alternative methods for acquiring revive credits, such as in-game purchases and login rewards.
Feed colossal-mechatronic creatures of the deep in this horror fishing roguelite, “SNAP JAW." Demo now available on Steam!
The horror fishing roguelite game SNAP JAW, developed by F16 Gamez, has released a demo on Steam as part of Next Fest. The demo features the first three days of the game's nine-day journey, where players must feed colossal mechatronic creatures or face dire consequences.
IT: Welcome to Derry artist calls his new Resident Evil-like horror "a cinematic experience" – and it's not a zombie game
Team Clout's upcoming horror game, ILL, is described as a "cinematic experience" by creative director Max Verehin, who previously worked as an artist on IT: Welcome to Derry. Inspired by survival horror titles like Resident Evil, ILL focuses on physics-based action, resource scarcity, and a distinct physicality with an emphasis on its anatomically-precise dismemberment system. The game aims to blend filmmaking techniques with video game design, featuring analog sci-fi horror elements set in the 1980s and avoiding typical zombie tropes in favor of unpredictable 'aberrations'.
Necrophosis: Full Consciousness Review | TheXboxHub
Necrophosis: Full Consciousness is a unique first-person adventure game that draws inspiration from the art of Zdzisław Beksiński, featuring a bleak world of death and decay. While the game excels in its visual design, atmosphere, and intriguing puzzles, its gameplay mechanics, including controls and item interaction, could be improved. The experience is recommended for players who enjoy drawing their own conclusions from a narrative and appreciate a morbid, poetic atmosphere.
