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Hariti Review – A Chilling Hospital Mystery That Shows Plenty of Promise | Invision Game Community
Hariti is a psychological horror game from developer Ghostcase that offers a chilling hospital mystery with promise, despite some rough edges. The game excels at creating an uncomfortable atmosphere through uncertainty and its unique Chinese-inspired setting, though some scares and puzzles could be more refined. While it doesn't quite reach its full potential, Hariti provides an enjoyable and unsettling experience for fans of the genre.
"They don't make 'em like they used to": How flash player games defined an era of indie horror
The article discusses the unique impact of Flash player horror games from the early 2000s, highlighting titles like Hotel 626, Slender: The Eight Pages, and Exmortis. It explores how these games, often created with limited resources, defined an era of indie horror and continue to inspire modern developers, despite the discontinuation of Flash Player.
New indie horror MOLE reaches top charts, 97% rating on Steam, Jackscepticeye nominates it as best horror of the year
The indie psychological horror game MOLE, developed by Off Black Creations and published by Oro Interactive, has achieved significant success on Steam with a 97% "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating. The game has been praised by major content creators like Jacksepticeye and is noted for its focus on machinery simulation, isolation, and narrative-driven exploration within a deep-bore drilling machine.
Doctor Viscera: Definitive Edition Launches Today on Steam
Doctor Viscera: Definitive Edition has launched on Steam, featuring PSX-style survival horror gameplay within the GrimmHaus Asylum. Developed by Liminal Road, this updated version includes new gameplay elements like the ranged-attacking Nurse enemy, visual improvements, and optimizations, with all new content available free for existing owners. The studio plans future expansions and a console release.
Amanda The Adventurer 3 Is Coming To Consoles
Amanda the Adventurer 3 is launching on consoles, including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch on May 28. Developed by MANGLEDmaw and published by DreadXP, this indie horror title concludes the series' narrative. The game features escape room-style puzzles where players use VHS tape information to uncover secrets.
Marrow Marrow Launches on Steam: Indie Horror Game Goes Live Today
The indie horror game Marrow Marrow, developed by Monster Moon, has officially launched on Steam. The developers, Felix and Rasmus, expressed gratitude to their community for their support throughout the development process. The game features vermin-slaying mechanics and a competitive leaderboard system, aiming to provide replayability beyond traditional horror scares.
Indie Horror Game ‘The Floor Above’ Launches After Year-Long Grind
Indie horror game The Floor Above has launched on PC after a year of development by an 8-person team at Kaltsifer. The game focuses on story-driven anomaly spotting rather than cheap jump scares, aiming for a psychological horror experience. The developers are also planning a trilogy of related games.
New Bendy Game Brings Together Horror’s Biggest Indies in Massive Studio Crossover
A new Bendy game is set to feature a massive crossover event, bringing together multiple prominent indie horror developers and studios, including Scott Games. This unprecedented collaboration aims to unite distinct horror franchises and characters, sparking significant fan excitement and speculation about potential storylines and character interactions.
Click, Saw, and Smooch – Black Lantern Collective Brings Indie Horror to PAX East!
Black Lantern Collective is showcasing several indie horror titles at PAX East, including Sucker for Love: Crush Landing, Horripilant, Angel Engine, and Muffles Life Sentence. The company, which specializes in horror games, is also looking to connect with emerging talent and build its global network. Attendees can experience demos of these upcoming and recently released titles at Booth 22019.
New Exit 8 poster teases the anomalous indie horror game's big screen adaptation
The indie horror game Exit 8 is receiving a film adaptation from distributor Neon, set to release in US theaters on April 10 and UK cinemas on April 24. The movie, which premiered at Cannes Film Festival, follows a protagonist trapped in a looping Japanese metro station, tasked with identifying anomalies to escape. This adaptation joins a growing trend of video game movies, with other notable releases this year including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Mortal Kombat 2.
Crawling Angels is Out Now
The physics-based indie horror mystery game Crawling Angels is now available. Developed by the creator of Perfect Vermin and Brutal Orchestra, the game features sandbox elements and a ragdoll 'Forever Chicken' that players interact with. Players must solve riddles and commune with other children to uncover the truth behind a mysterious midnight carnival.
