Psychological Horror
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First-person liminal psychological horror game Farsight announced for consoles, PC
Indian developer Studio Noori has announced Farsight, a first-person psychological horror game with liminal themes. The game is set to launch on PC and consoles.
MOLE blends psychological horror and machinery simulation as you operate a monstrous drill to pierce the Earth.
Off Black Creations and Oro Interactive announced that the psychological horror and machinery simulation game MOLE will launch on PC via Steam on June 15th for $12.99 USD. The game features tactile interactions, puzzle-solving, and a narrative focused on madness and loss, with a playtime of 4-5 hours.
Adventure game UN:Me announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Shueisha Games and Historia have announced UN: Me, an adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2026. Players will guide a girl with multiple souls within her, navigating a mental labyrinth where choices determine which soul remains. The game features a unique 'Unpredictably Shifting Selves' mechanic and a 'Dialogue Mode' to interact with the souls.
Where Dolls Hang Announced
Steelkrill Studio has announced Where Dolls Hang, a first-person psychological horror game set to release on PC via Steam. The game draws inspiration from the real-life "Island of the Dolls" located in Mexico.
Survival psychological horror game Where Dolls Hang announced for PC
Steelkrill Studio has announced Where Dolls Hang, a first-person survival psychological horror game. The title is set to be released on PC.
Where Dolls Hang Blends Detective Horror and Survival in a Forest Where the Dolls Watch You
Steelkrill Studio has unveiled Where Dolls Hang, a psychological survival horror game inspired by Mexico's Island of the Dolls. Players take on the role of a detective investigating disappearances in a forest filled with mannequins and other unsettling figures. The game features detective investigation gameplay, survival mechanics, and boat traversal through flooded swamps, and is set to launch on PC in 2026.
The new project from DevilishGames is set to arrive on PC and consoles in 2027 and is already available to wishlist on Steam.
Spanish studio DevilishGames has unveiled You Are Family, an upcoming psychological horror adventure game set to release in the first half of 2027 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. The game features a unique visual style created entirely with images captured by a Game Boy Camera, enhancing its unsettling atmosphere.
BrokenLore: FOLLOW Continues A Disturbing Horror Saga On Xbox, PlayStation, PC
BrokenLore: FOLLOW, the latest psychological horror game from Serafini Productions, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game explores themes of self-worth, family pressures, and inner demons through the story of a young woman named Anne. This sequel builds upon the success of BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW, which also received critical acclaim for its storytelling and modern themes.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 1, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the first week of June 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the upcoming Switch 2. Titles include the psychological horror game BrokenLore: FOLLOW, the cozy fantasy incremental game Chef Knight, and the sports simulation eFootball Kick-Off!.
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss review – Thinking Sim
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is a psychological horror game that leans into slow-burn dread and complex puzzles rather than outright terror. Players take on the role of a deep-sea investigator who stumbles upon a portal to another world, leading to a descent into madness. The game features challenging, multi-step puzzles and a corruption system that affects the ending, all wrapped in an oppressive atmosphere.
Zangyou – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Zangyou is a first-person psychological horror game where players must escape a hostile Tokyo office tower controlled by a malevolent AI named MirAI. The game focuses on environmental puzzles, restoring power, and outsmarting threats rather than combat, with exploration becoming increasingly tense as the building actively hunts the player. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Backrooms and Exit 8 make the perfect double feature for videogame-adjacent horror movies
The films Backrooms and Exit 8 are highlighted as excellent examples of "survivalone" psychological horror, drawing parallels to video game experiences. Backrooms, based on a YouTube series and creepypasta, features Chiwetel Ejiofor trapped in an endless office labyrinth, while Exit 8, a direct adaptation of the game, follows a man lost in repeating subway tunnels searching for anomalies. Both films effectively use long takes and unsettling environments to explore themes of trauma and fear, though they struggle to maintain their eerie atmosphere throughout their runtime.
Amanda The Adventurer 3 Arrives On Console As The Creepy Trilogy Reaches Its Finale
Amanda the Adventurer 3 has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, concluding the unsettling horror puzzle adventure trilogy. The game picks up after the events of the second installment, with protagonist Riley Park investigating the mysterious organization Hameln to uncover the truth about Amanda and the conspiracy surrounding the series.
The Inspector unveils its new Moods Trailer
Indie narrative adventure game The Inspector has released a new Moods Trailer, showcasing its updated visuals and atmospheric direction. Developed by Lappi Soft and Edoardo Ventisette, the first-person dreamlike adventure explores the subconscious of coma patients. The trailer highlights distinct moods tied to gameplay mechanics, with a release date for PC yet to be announced.
Sometimes, one spark is all it takes… for something inside you to break!
The playable demo for the narrative-driven beat 'em up Breakdown: Silent Riot is now available on Steam. The demo features the opening section of the game, introducing core combat mechanics and the protagonist's descent into obsession within a decaying Eastern European city. The full game is slated for release in Q3 2026.
Solo Dev Tim Hertel Invites Players to Shape Mystery Horror Game A Story of Questions via Exclusive Prequel Playtest
Solo indie developer Tim Hertel of Under the Bridge Games is launching an exclusive prequel playtest for his upcoming psychological mystery horror game, A Story of Questions, on Steam starting June 2, 2026. This standalone prequel will offer a choice-driven narrative with multiple endings, allowing players to directly influence the game's development through feedback. Hertel aims to provide a meaningful introduction to the game's world and gather crucial technical and gameplay data.
Dread Disc – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Dread Disc is a psychological horror game where installing a mysterious disc transforms the player's apartment through a sinister spot-the-difference game as a malevolent entity attempts to break in. Finding differences in the game physically alters the real living space, unlocking strange doors and morphing objects. Randomized elements and engaging puzzles ensure each playthrough offers fresh terrors.
Schrödinger’s Call Review
Schrödinger’s Call is a visual novel where players embody Mary, the last confidant, who listens to the regrets of spirits. The game features abstract artwork, a sweeping soundtrack, and gameplay similar to Danganronpa or Ace Attorney, focusing on connecting narrative dots and using empathy to help callers. Despite some confusing dialogue options, the game is praised for its storytelling and multimedia integration, making it a definitive visual novel experience.
BrokenLore: Ascend Announced for PS5 and PC, Mixes Horror With Climbing
Serafini Productions has announced BrokenLore: Ascend, a standalone installment in the BrokenLore franchise, for PC and PlayStation 5. The game features two new protagonists, Ren and Yui, who attempt to climb Elysium Tower for social media validation, blending psychological horror with climbing mechanics. A release date is yet to be confirmed.
INDONESIAN SURVIVAL HORROR ADVENTURE AGNI: VILLAGE OF CALAMITY FINDS PUBLISHING HOME
Wired Productions has announced a worldwide publishing deal with Indonesian developer Separuh Interactive for their upcoming survival horror game, AGNI: Village of Calamity. The game, which features an authentic Indonesian setting and psychological horror elements, is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X. A new trailer was also released, featuring music from Wired Productions' label, Black Razor Records.
