Psychological Horror
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Horror Masterpiece Amnesia: Rebirth is coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Abylight Studios announced that Frictional Games' psychological horror title Amnesia: Rebirth will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 30, 2026. The game, originally released on PC in 2020, has been optimized for the new hardware. The article also mentions the recent release of SOMA for the Nintendo Switch.
Psychological Horror RPG “Akolyta” Launches Gamefound Campaign to Fund Episode 1 Development
Indie developer Pterosoft Studio has launched a Gamefound campaign to fund the first episode of their psychological horror RPG, Akolyta. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, focuses on serious themes of mental health and trauma, with narrative elements co-written by a licensed psychologist. The campaign aims to raise €250,000 to develop and release Episode 1.
Sing for us: Project Songbird now available for console and PC
The narrative-driven psychological horror game Project Songbird is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by solo indie studio FYRE Games, the title features a 4-5 hour story, cinematic presentation, and combat encounters. A launch trailer and a 10% discount for PlayStation 5 and PC players are available.
PS5 Launches Interesting New Adventure Game to Great Reviews
Project Songbird, a new psychological horror adventure game, has launched on PlayStation 5 to positive reviews, holding a Metacritic score of 80/100. Developed by Conner Rush of FYRE Games, the $15.99 title offers a 4-5 hour narrative experience where players control a musician named Dakota.
Dark Trip Meta Quest Review | Terminal Gamer
Dark Trip is a VR horror experience for Meta Quest that immerses players in a German laboratory where hallucinogens are key to uncovering the truth. This unsettling and mind-bending game questions whether its short but memorable experience justifies its price.
Psychological Romantic Horror Bishoujo 'ERROR:Ai.lien' About an Obsessive AI Girlfriend Gets New Trailer
Indie developer Gamincat has released a new trailer for ERROR:Ai.lien, a psychological romantic horror visual novel set to launch on PC via Steam in 2026. The game explores a player's relationship with an obsessive AI girlfriend named Airi, blending visual novel storytelling with light adventure gameplay and stealth elements. The title features fully voiced Japanese dialogue and a soundtrack that shifts between calm and unsettling themes.
“She Understands You. And She Won’t Let You Go.”
Gamincat, Inc. has released a concept movie for its upcoming AI romance horror adventure, ERROR:Ai.lien, set to launch on Steam in 2026. The game explores the blurred lines between affection and obsession in a world where AI companions are commonplace. The concept movie, titled "The Collapse of Love," showcases the shift from gentle companionship to inescapable obsession.
Psychological horror Who Are You will release in 5 days
The sci-fi psychological horror game "Who Are You!?" from Haunting Humans Studio will launch its first episode on PC via Steam on March 27th, 2026, with subsequent episodes unlocking further content. The game is set in the 1980s and explores themes of alien abduction and its psychological impact, featuring input from a psychologist and ufology researchers. It will also support Steam Deck and has received several indie game award nominations.
Spiritus Sancti – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Spiritus Sancti is a first-person psychological horror game where players use their real-world microphone to speak sacred rites and survive demonic encounters. The game features a shape-shifting apartment environment and requires precise timing of spoken Latin invocations to progress. A beta demo is available on Steam.
The Others Will Join Shortly – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Others Will Join Shortly is a psychological horror game where players are trapped in a corporate office and must complete a card-matching task. The game introduces uncertainty as images swap between turns, increasing the psychological torment and the player's fight for survival. A beta demo is available on PC via Steam.
Twenty One 0.10: A Dark Mystery Unfolds in Steam’s Latest Indie Card Game
The indie card game Twenty One has received a significant update, version 0.10, on Steam, introducing new minigames, environments, and archive entries that deepen its psychological horror elements. Developer Creatune has expanded the game beyond its core mechanics, adding atmospheric table designs and unsettling narrative pieces that encourage player theorizing.
Out Fishing – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Out Fishing is a first-person horror fishing game where players rebuild their lives at an abandoned lake. The game involves fishing during the day to upgrade gear and build a camp, while nights bring dangers from the forest, fog, and water. The beta demo is available on Steam.
Darkwood co-creator announces psychological horror game HOARDER for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Awaken Realms and developer Byzel have announced HOARDER, a new psychological horror game. It is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Byzel is described as an indie team within Awaken Realms Digital.
NO-SKIN Launches On Xbox And PC With A Twisted, Looping Horror Experience
The horror game NO-SKIN is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Play Anywhere support. Developed by NoEye-Soft and published by Feardemic, the game blends psychological horror with roguelite elements, featuring a unique hand-drawn pixel art style against photographic backgrounds. Players are trapped in a shifting house where each run offers different encounters and challenges, with permanent upgrades available to aid survival.
Final Dev Diary Explores Psychological Horror and Lasting Impact
Daedalic Entertainment and DALOAR released the final developer diary for The Occultist, detailing its psychological horror elements and focus on player interpretation. The game, launching April 8, 2026, emphasizes slow-burning suspense over jump scares. A PC demo is available in multiple languages.
10 Horror Movies That Explore Fear Beyond the Supernatural
This article analyzes ten horror movies that delve into themes of trauma, loss, grief, and abuse, moving beyond supernatural scares. Films like Martyrs, The Babadook, and Hereditary are highlighted for their exploration of psychological pain and its terrifying manifestations. The list suggests that the most frightening monsters are often internal, stemming from human suffering and emotional wounds.
Terminal Shift - Release Date news
Terminal Shift, a psychological horror game set in a looping airport terminal, is set to release on April 15, 2026. Players must gather numbers hidden within procedurally generated loops to find the access code and survive encounters with a threatening entity. The game features a minimal UI, dynamic movement, and multiple difficulty modes.
Urban Myth Dissolution Center Launches on Mobile as Premium Release
Hakababunko and Shueisha Games have released the mystery adventure game Urban Myth Dissolution Center on iOS and Android for $17.99. The single-player psycho-detective game features Azami Fukurai, who can see memories of places through her glasses. The game is also available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, and has sold over 100,000 units.
Good Children Say Grace Is a Manga-Inspired Psychological Horror About Hunger and Possession, Demo Set for
Good Children Say Grace, a psychological horror adventure game inspired by manga, will release a playable demo on PC via Steam on April 2, 2026, with an Early Access launch to follow. The game features a narrative focused on family, hunger, and possession, with contributions from Japanese creatives like voice actress Kaori Shimizu and composer Norihiko Hibino. Development is led by a small team with mentorship from Metro series developers, and the game will feature a nonlinear, branching story with multiple endings.
The Floor Above
SwyTapp Games has announced The Floor Above, a story-driven psychological and anomaly horror game set to release on April 8, 2026, for PC via Steam. The game's core mechanic involves blinking, which can alter the environment, challenging players to distinguish reality from anomalies within a repeating narrative loop that features multiple endings and dark humor.