Psychological Horror
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Total Chaos getting Nintendo Switch 2 release
Apogee Entertainment and Trigger Happy Interactive announced that the psychological horror game Total Chaos will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29, 2026. The port will feature 1080p docked and 720p handheld resolutions, targeting 60 frames per second, and will include the New Game+ update content.
Layers Of Fear Is Getting A Physical Release On Switch 2
Meridiem will release a physical edition of Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition for the Nintendo Switch on September 18, 2026. This edition includes both Layers of Fear and Layers of Fear 2, all DLC, a lenticular postcard, and an art book. The game features immersive first-person gameplay, interwoven stories of creators, and rebuilt visuals with HDR and ray tracing.
Meridiem Announces Physical Edition of Layers of Fear for Nintendo Switch 2
Meridiem announced a physical edition of Layers of Fear - The Final Masterpiece Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on September 18, 2026. This collection bundles Layers of Fear, Layers of Fear 2, and all DLC, along with new chapters that connect the narratives. Developed by Bloober Team, the definitive edition features enhanced visuals with ray tracing and a new original score.
Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition unveils Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Meridiem Games and Bloober Team have announced a physical release for Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for September 18, 2026. This edition includes the base game, Inheritance DLC, The Final Note DLC, Layers of Fear 2, The Final Prologue, and The Lighthouse Chapter, along with a special case, lenticular postcard, and art book.
Czech anomaly horror where dying reveals the story - Echoes of Sin: Confusion
Echoes of Sin: Confusion, an upcoming first-person psychological horror game from solo developer REDcoris, utilizes a unique looping system where dying is integral to progression and narrative discovery. The game features randomized anomalies, no tutorials, and an atmospheric hospital-inspired environment, with a PC release planned for Q2 2026.
Among The Sleep - Coming to iOS & Android, June 2nd! Pre-Register Now!
Krillbite Studio and Snapbreak Games announced that the psychological horror adventure game Among the Sleep will be released on iOS and Android on June 2nd, with pre-registration now open. The game allows players to experience the world through the eyes of a two-year-old child, exploring surreal environments and uncovering a narrative focused on themes of childhood and vulnerability.
Mayfly is a short story-based, quiet horror game set aboard a narrowboat in northern England
Indie studio BACKYARD ZOO has released a demo for their debut quiet horror game, Mayfly, available on Steam. The game follows Caroline Miller's descent into a twisted reality as she searches for her missing husband, featuring voice acting by Tammy King. The full game is also available to wishlist on Steam.
Mascot Horror Game Dark Pals: The 1st Floor Announces 1 May Steam Launch Date
Skunx Games announced that its mascot horror game, Dark Pals: The 1st Floor, will launch on PC via Steam on May 1, 2026. The game features psychological horror elements set in an abandoned children's asylum and incorporates transmedia storytelling through YouTube content. This title is the first in a planned series.
Cult horror game Doki Doki Literature Club pulled from Google Play Store for its "depiction of sensitive themes" and content that "violates" its TOS
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to its depiction of sensitive themes and violation of terms of service. Developer Team Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to reinstate the game on the platform and explore alternative Android distribution methods. The cult psychological horror visual novel remains available on iOS, Steam, Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation.
Who Are You!? Episode 1 Out Now news
The psychological horror game 'Who Are You!?' Episode 1 is now available, drawing inspiration from real UFO research and experiences. The developers express gratitude to their supporters and encourage players to report any bugs encountered on their Discord server to aid in ongoing fixes and improvements for future episodes.
The Pines asks what would Alan Wake look like if it was about therapy, and I kind of want to know the answer
The Pines is an upcoming open-world psychological horror RPG that draws comparisons to Alan Wake and Twin Peaks. Players control Edward Walker, who arrives at a secluded retreat for recovery and finds a sinister undercurrent. The game features detective sequences, a "stalker" system where actions have consequences, and incorporates themes of therapy.
Crop Announced as a New Farming Thriller Published by 11 bit studios
Crop, a new single-player farming thriller developed by Carbonara Games and published by 11 bit studios, has been announced. The game blends farming and management with psychological horror and investigative storytelling, focusing on a struggling homestead and a village facing starvation. Players will grow crops, maintain the land, and uncover dark secrets within the isolated community.
The Pines could be the Alan Wake-type game we’ve been waiting for
The Pines is an upcoming psychological horror RPG developed by Studio Abattoir, drawing comparisons to Alan Wake 2 for its atmospheric setting and narrative focus. The game features RPG elements like dialogue choices and consequences, set in a mysterious town where the protagonist unravels supernatural secrets. Despite some concerns about gameplay mechanics, the ambitious scope and high-quality graphics, utilizing Unreal Engine 5, have generated significant interest.
Doki Doki Literature Club Removed from the Google Play Store Four Months After Its Launch
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to alleged violations of Google's Terms of Service regarding sensitive topics like depression and suicide. Developers Serenity Forge and creator Dan Salvato disagree with the removal, stating the game's intent is to explore these themes constructively. The game remains available on other platforms, and the team is seeking ways to bring it back to Android without censoring its content.
Video game adaptation Exit 8 is more than just a horror movie about liminal space – it's an examination of…
The film Exit 8, an adaptation of a Japanese video game, uses liminal spaces to explore themes of personal responsibility and fear of the unknown. Director Genki Kawamura explains that the film reflects a self-centered modern mood where people ignore societal issues. The narrative follows a man lost in looping corridors who must confront his own anxieties about impending fatherhood.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 13 to 17
This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between April 13 and April 17. Titles include Dosa Divas, Hades II, Replaced, Pragmata, and many more across various genres, with several also available on Game Pass.
Doki Doki Literature Club removed from Google Play over depiction of sensitive themes
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to alleged violations of Google's Terms of Service concerning the depiction of sensitive themes, specifically mental health issues. Publisher Serenity Forge and developer Dan Salvato are working to have the game reinstated and are exploring alternative Android distribution methods. The game remains available on iOS.
Google removes Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store
Google has removed the psychological horror visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store, citing violations of its Terms of Service regarding sensitive themes. Developers Dan Salvato and Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated and are exploring alternative Android distribution methods. The game remains available on Steam, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and iOS.
Carbonara Games & 11 bit studios are bringing psychological horror to farming in Crop
Carbonara Games and 11 bit studios are collaborating on Crop, a new game that blends psychological horror with farming simulation. Players will manage a farm to feed a starving village while experiencing investigative thrills and supernatural horror elements.
Doki Doki Literature Club Removed from Google Play Store Following Policy Violation or Is This Just Another
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to alleged violations of its Terms of Service concerning sensitive themes. Developer Team Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to reinstate the game on Android, while it remains available on iOS and other platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is known for its psychological horror elements and its portrayal of mental health issues.