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First-person survival horror Total Chaos is getting a Switch 2 port later this month
The first-person survival horror game Total Chaos is set to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29th. The port will feature 1080p docked and 720p handheld resolutions, targeting 60 FPS with performance options. It will include all post-launch content, such as New Game+ and the Hunter enemy, and support Joy-Con 2 mouse and gyro controls.
Top Hat Studios Presents: Spring Showcase 2026 Happening April 21
Top Hat Studios will host its Spring Showcase 2026 on April 21, featuring new trailers, publishing debuts, and release date announcements for titles like MOTORSLICE, Well Dweller, and BECROWNED. The event will also include reveals for unannounced projects and showcase existing portfolio titles. MOTORSLICE is set to launch in May for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
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.
Look Outside Update 2.3 Brings "A Few Surprises" and More
Developer Francis Coulombe and publisher Devolver Digital have released Update 2.3 for the pixel art horror RPG Look Outside. This update, described as the last major patch for a while, includes improvements to existing boss fights, balance changes, and new rewards. The game is available on PC via Steam and is currently on sale.
9 Essential Tips for Surviving Silent Hill f
This guide provides nine essential tips for surviving the psychological horror of Silent Hill f. It covers mechanics like Sanity and Focus, the importance of learning to counter and dodge, weapon strategies, and the benefits of multiple playthroughs for unlocking endings and achievements. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S.
Among Space – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Among Space is a new survival horror game set on the hostile planet EC-10013, where players are abandoned by their crew and must rely on an AI assistant to survive. The game features exploration of abandoned facilities, black holes, and mines, with enemies that hunt using various senses. Beta sign-ups are currently open for players looking to escape this space nightmare.
Metro 2039 is “Darker Than Anything You’ve Seen Before,” Says Series Author
Author Dmitry Glukhovsky states that the upcoming game Metro 2039 will be significantly darker than previous entries in the series. He attributes this shift to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has influenced the developers at 4A Games and Deep Silver. The game is confirmed for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Resident Evil Games Ranked – Worst to Best
This ranking evaluates the mainline Resident Evil games, prioritizing remakes and excluding spin-offs. Resident Evil 2 Remake is placed at the top for its seamless blend of modern gameplay and classic survival horror elements, while Resident Evil 6 is ranked lowest due to its lack of cohesion. The list highlights the series' ability to balance action, horror, and tension.
Total Chaos is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Getting New Game+ Mode on April 29th
Total Chaos is launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29th, with a New Game+ mode also releasing on the same day. The horror shooter, originally released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S in November 2025, features survival horror elements and resource management. The game was developed by Sam Pebble, who also created Turbo Overkill.
Metro 2039 Will Be "Darker Than Anything You've Seen Before," Book Author Says
Dmitry Glukhovsky, the author of the Metro series, stated that the upcoming game, Metro 2039, will be significantly darker than any previous installment. Glukhovsky, who is currently exiled from Russia due to his anti-war writings, made this assertion on Twitter. Developer 4A Games, originally founded in Kyiv, is expected to fully unveil the game on April 16.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Movie Wants You To Feel To Feel Like You're Trapped Inside It
Director Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil movie aims to immerse audiences in a terrifying experience, focusing on a single protagonist's journey through the Raccoon City Incident without narrative acrobatics. The film, which does not adapt specific game storylines or characters, is set to release on September 18, 2026, coinciding with the franchise's 30th anniversary. Cregger has expressed his fondness for the survival-horror series and has already played the newly released game, Resident Evil Requiem, twice.
Bungie’s Marathon Gets Dark New Trailer Showing Tau Ceti IV Colony
Bungie has released a new trailer for their upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, showcasing the dark and desolate colony of Tau Ceti IV. The trailer emphasizes survival horror elements, rival Runners, and environmental storytelling. Marathon is confirmed for PC and PlayStation 5, with proximity chat and PvPvE mechanics highlighted as key features.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Patch is Live, Adds “High-Risk, High-Reward” Quest in X-18 Lab
GSC Game World has released the "Sealed Truth" update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, adding a new high-risk, high-reward questline within the X-18 Lab. The update also includes fixes for mutant spawns and mission progression, along with new loading screens. The upcoming "Cost of Hope" expansion is set to launch this Summer for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Steam Gamer Conquers Entire Resident Evil Collection
A dedicated Steam user, known as u/potato-xd, has successfully completed the entire Resident Evil collection on PC, spanning nearly three decades of survival horror titles. This achievement involves overcoming challenging gameplay, dated mechanics, and difficult achievements across numerous entries in the franchise, highlighting a growing trend of completionism on the platform.
This Month's Build Your Own Fanatical Favorites Bundle Has 20 Games From All Different Genres to Pick From
Fanatical's Build Your Own Fanatical Favorites Bundle offers a selection of 20 games from various genres, allowing customers to choose their own games for discounted prices. While two games, Isonzo and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 Complete Edition, are sold out, many other titles are collections or double-packs, potentially increasing the total number of games received. The bundle is available on Steam with limited stock and expires in just over three days.
Mortanis Prisoners Review | TheXboxHub
Mortanis Prisoners is a first-person survival horror game set in a World War Two concentration camp, focusing on exploration and puzzle-solving over action. Players control Justina, a Polish resistance fighter who must escape purgatory after being captured by the Nazis. While it successfully channels classic survival horror mechanics and features some engaging puzzles, the game is described as fine but not remarkable, with a story that doesn't quite deliver after a promising start.
New Metro Game Rumored for Next Week PlayStation Announcement
Multiple credible leakers suggest a new Metro game will be announced next week, potentially during a PlayStation State of Play event. While fans are eager for news about Artyom's next journey, concerns exist regarding the long gap since Metro Exodus, potential platform exclusivity, and the development team's current capabilities.
Get Ready! Bigfoot Hunting is coming in one week with an exclusive discount! 👣
Bigfoot Hunting is set to release in one week, offering a limited-time launch discount for the first seven days. Players will venture into the wilderness to investigate mysterious activity, gather evidence, and survive encounters with a dangerous creature.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (April 13, 2026)
This article highlights five new indie games released on Steam in early April 2026, including the horror point-and-click Cult Vacui, the survival horror Subversive Memories, the cozy life sim KuloNiku: Bowl Up!, the action platformer ChainStaff, and the disorienting FPS Agony Increment. It aims to help players discover hidden gems amidst the daily deluge of new releases on the platform.
Co-op horror game Kletka coming to Nintendo Switch [update: new release date]
The co-op horror game Kletka, developed by Callback and published by Sobaka Studio, has a new release date of April 16, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. The game tasks players with descending into a dangerous, ever-expanding building called the Gigastructure while keeping a sentient elevator, Kletka, fed with fuel and flesh to avoid being consumed.
