Japanese Horror
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Wired Productions Announce BrokenLore: DON'T LIE Will Launch September 10 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
Wired Productions and Serafini Productions announced that the Japanese psychological horror game BrokenLore: DON'T LIE will launch on September 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A demo is available now as part of Steam Next Fest. The game explores themes of isolation, trauma, and fractured memory from the perspective of a hikikomori named Junko.
Retro Japanese horror game Stroll Walk looks terrifying
Stroll Walk is a low-poly, PS1-style Japanese survival horror game from Kazumi Game Studios where players guide a young girl home through an eerily silent, monster-filled world. The game, which successfully ran a Kickstarter, features no combat, relying on stealth, logic, and distinguishing friends from foes. It is set to release on PC via Steam later this year, with a unique 'descent' mechanic where death alters the game world rather than resetting progress.
Legendary Japanese horror author Koji Suzuki dead at 68
Legendary Japanese horror author Koji Suzuki, best known for his "Ring" series of books, passed away at the age of 68. His work, including the antagonist Sadako, significantly influenced the global popularity of Japanese horror and was adapted into multiple films and even the video game "Dead by Daylight". Suzuki's short story "Floating Water" was also adapted into the film "Dark Water".
One Of The Best Japanese Horror Films Of All Time Is Getting A Limited Edition 4K Blu-Ray
Arrow Films is releasing a limited edition 4K Blu-ray of the 1999 Japanese horror film Audition, directed by Takashi Miike. The release, available for preorder, includes a 4K restoration, new audio options, an introduction and interview with Miike, and a collector's booklet. It also features new interviews with actors Ryo Ishibashi and Eihi Shiina.
One Of Horror’s Most Iconic Games Returns In FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE
KOEI TECMO GAMES has released FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, a rebuilt version of the classic survival horror game. Available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, the remake features updated visuals, sound, and gameplay systems while retaining the original's chilling atmosphere and unique Camera Obscura mechanic.
