Psychological Horror
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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.
Little Knight’s Last Night – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Little Knight's Last Night is a psychological horror game where players work as a QA employee examining levels for glitches and anomalies. The beta demo is available on PC via Steam, challenging players to identify and report dangerous anomalies before their shift ends.
The 1998 horror game that haunted my dreams even more than Resident Evil 2 is back, "modernized," and available on consoles for the first time
The 1998 psychological horror game Sanitarium is being modernized as Sanitarium Enhanced, marking its first release on consoles. This updated version will feature controller support for PC and consoles, widescreen display, bonus content, and bug fixes. Sanitarium Enhanced is scheduled for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Sanitarium Enhanced announced for Nintendo Switch, return of the 1998 psychological horror adventure game
Ziggurat Interactive and QUByte have announced Sanitarium Enhanced for Nintendo Switch, a modernized version of the 1998 psychological horror adventure game. This updated edition will feature full controller support, quality-of-life improvements, and bonus content, with a release planned by the end of 2026.
Print I Love U Is a Psychological Horror Visual Novel About a Game Made for Alice
Print I Love U, a first-person psychological horror visual novel from developer Claudio Moltedo and publisher Red Hog Studio, is now available on Steam. Inspired by Nikita Kryukov's "Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk," the game centers on a player who discovers a romance game made for someone named Alice Print on a second-hand computer. The game features hand-drawn pixel art reminiscent of retro Nintendo handhelds and multiple endings.
An Interview with the Developer of Shop Crush
Bohdan Sydorenko, lead designer at indie studio Bsl Cozy Games, discusses his upcoming visual novel shop sim, Shop Crush. Set in the early 2000s, the game blends cozy shop management with psychological horror elements, where players haggle for stock, manage their store, and uncover the mysterious stories of their customers and products. Sydorenko highlights inspirations from games like Reigns and Papers, Please, and discusses the game's art style and narrative focus.
Red Lake – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Red Lake is a surreal psychological horror game that features an unconventional interface where players document anomalies in a shifting forest by writing observations by hand. Players can sign up for a beta playtest to experience the game's unsettling mystery and unique mechanics.
Psalm 5:9-13 – A Short, Unsettling Horror Experience On Xbox And PlayStation
Psalm 5:9-13, a first-person psychological horror experience, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £8.39. Developed by N4bA, Notex, and a1esska, and published by Axyos Games, the game utilizes VHS-style visuals and oppressive sound design to create a short, unsettling atmosphere. The experience is designed to be completed in approximately 30 minutes, focusing on exploration and tension rather than combat.
Creepy Shift: Uncle Joe’s Motel Checks In With A Dark New Horror Story
Creepy Shift: Uncle Joe's Motel, a new psychological horror and simulation game with noir influences, is now available for £8.39 on Xbox Series X|S and PC with Play Anywhere support. Developed by Night Shift Team and published by Red Limb Studio, the game tasks players with mundane motel duties that become increasingly unsettling as they uncover dark secrets. This is the third entry in the Creepy Shift series, following Roadside Diner and House For Sale.
T.W.I.R.L. Is a P.T.-Inspired First- Person Psychological Horror Game
T.W.I.R.L., a new first-person psychological horror game inspired by P.T., has been released on PC, Mac, and Linux by developer Genie Boy Games. The game, which features no HUD and simple controls, will also launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch later this year. It explores themes of childhood secrets and growing up.
Birds Watching – A Very Different Kind Of Xbox Horror
The psychological horror game Birds Watching is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £4.99. Developed by Studio Ortica and published by Dark Product, the game places players on an isolated mountain after a global fire, tasking them with observing wildlife and uncovering unsettling secrets. It previously launched on Steam with a Very Positive reception.
Indie Psychological Horror Adventure Sally Face Lands on Mobile
The indie psychological horror adventure game Sally Face has been released on mobile platforms, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of its first episode. Developed by Steve Gabry under the studio Portable Moose, the mobile version includes all episodes and is available with a limited-time discount on the Google Play Store. The game follows Sal Fisher, a boy with a prosthetic face, as he investigates mysterious murders and interacts with ghosts.
Feed It Is a PSX-Style, First-Person Horror About a Toxic Monster
Feed It, a new first-person horror game with PSX-style visuals, is now available on PC. Developed by Games On A Chair and published by Pretty Soon, the game features a symbiotic relationship with a hungry monster and explores themes of domestic violence. It offers multiple paths, secrets, and endings for replayability.
Baptiste’s New Trailer Proves You Should Never, Ever Trust A Creepy Doll
A new trailer for the upcoming psychological horror game Baptiste has been released, showcasing its creepy doll antagonist and oppressive atmosphere. The game, set after a family tragedy, tasks players with guiding the protagonist Tom to safety while uncovering secrets and solving puzzles. Baptiste is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
FEED IT Review – Real horrors linger
FEED IT is a short, disturbing psychological horror game where players must feed a creature in a house while dealing with themes of abuse and trauma. The game features simple mechanics, a grimy PSX-inspired presentation, and impactful storytelling that leaves a lasting impression despite its unsettling nature. Its focus on psychological distress and survival makes it a challenging but meaningful experience.
Coming Out in gaming this week — August 17, 2026
This week's gaming releases include FEED IT, a PSX-style horror game, and The Sinking City 2, a survival horror set in the Roaring '20s. Other notable titles are the sci-fi RTS Space Tales, the action-RPG Mortal Shell II, and the adventure/simulation puzzle game how to kill a fly. Grim Trials, a roguelike, and Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a visual novel, also launch this week.
Platonica Space in the works for Nintendo Switch
Kamitsubaki Studio and Kazuhide Oka have confirmed that Platonica Space will be released on Nintendo Switch on August 27, 2026. This psychological space exploration adventure game tasks players with navigating interconnected rooms to recover lost memories, with the game's layout and items changing each time the player wakes up.
No Clean Start – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
No Clean Start is a single-player psychological horror game where player mistakes have lasting consequences, reshaping the game world. The game emphasizes observation and persistence over repetition, with information revealed through gameplay rather than tutorials. A beta playtest sign-up is currently available.
Hariti Is a Psychological Horror Inspired by Chinese Folklore but in an Abandoned Hospital
Hariti, a first-person psychological horror game inspired by Chinese folklore, is now available on PC for $6.99. Developed by Ghostcase, the game places players in the role of a mother searching for her missing daughter in an abandoned Chinese hospital, facing grotesque creatures and psychological tension.
I'm enjoying leaving my body behind in Project Looking Glass, an astral horror game in which you telewarp around a map of your terrible memories
Project Looking Glass is an indie astral horror game where players embody a grieving woman participating in secret Cold War astral projection experiments. The game features telewarping mechanics around memories, with puzzles involving audiologs and deductions. The solo developer, MORPH, aims to create a unique and heartfelt experience, though the demo includes potentially bleak themes like death by hanging.
