Survival Horror
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Unsealed: The Mare Review | TheXboxHub
Unsealed: The Mare is a survival horror game developed by a solo developer, inspired by nightmares and sleep paralysis. Players control Vera, who wakes up in a fragmented nightmare realm and must solve puzzles and evade a ghostly antagonist called The Mare. The game features a first-person perspective, two modes (Stalker and Hunted), and a unique 'focus sight' mechanic that blends memory and reality to overcome obstacles.
Tormented Souls 2 is now available via GOG
Dual Effect and PQube have announced that the survival horror game Tormented Souls 2 is now available on GOG. The game is the sequel to the original Tormented Souls, which was released in 2021.
‘Tormented Souls 2’ is now available via GOG
Tormented Souls 2, the sequel to the 2021 survival horror homage, is now available via GOG. Developed by Dual Effect and published by PQube, the game continues Caroline's journey. The article questions whether the sequel successfully recaptures the magic of the original or merely retreads familiar ground.
Reanimal Review – A Familiar Nightmare Reborn | Invision Game Community
Reanimal is a cinematic horror platformer from Tarsier Studios that successfully evolves the studio's signature formula into a cooperative experience. The game features unsettling environments, tense chase sequences, and environmental puzzles, with a narrative told through imagery and implication. While playable solo, it shines brightest in co-op, offering a polished and atmospheric survival horror experience.
Horsemen Four Productions unveils “The Void”: A Survival Horror FPS
Independent studio Horsemen Four Productions has announced "The Void," a wave-based survival horror first-person shooter inspired by "The Mist" and spiritual theology. Developed by Jeffy Zachariah, the game emphasizes precise combat, limited resources, and tactical decision-making, drawing parallels to "Devil Daggers." The studio, founded by Jeffy and Joel Zachariah, has a background in real-time cinematography and level design, contributing to "Tempest Rising."
20 Horror Games to Keep an Eye on in 2026 and Beyond
The horror game genre is set for a significant expansion with ambitious titles planned for 2026 and beyond. This list highlights 20 upcoming horror games, including Silent Hill: Townfall, which focuses on psychological storytelling, atmospheric tension, and narrative-driven experiences with surreal horror elements and puzzles.
Dying Light: The Beast – Why Now Is the Right Time to Return to Castor Woods
Techland has released the Restored Land update for Dying Light: The Beast, introducing a new mode where zombies do not respawn and resources are scarcer, shifting the gameplay towards a more cerebral experience. The update also adds Roadkill Rallies, new event-based side quests, and improvements to parkour, breathing new life into the game for both new and returning players. PC performance remains strong with the update.
Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For April 2026
April 2026 will see a diverse range of new games released for Xbox and PC, with many titles also launching day one on Game Pass. Notable releases include the roguelike Hades II, the cyberpunk action platformer REPLACED, and the unique word game Beyond Words. The month offers a variety of genres, from RPGs and survival horror to simulation and fighting games, ensuring something for every player.
Resident Evil Requiem Gets New Photo Mode Update
Capcom has released a new update for Resident Evil Requiem, introducing a Photo Mode accessible from the pause menu. The update also includes various bug fixes, localization improvements, and adjustments to character expressions. Resident Evil Requiem is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Opinion: As Resident Evil Turns 30, It's Time Capcom Revisits The Classics
As the Resident Evil franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary, this opinion piece argues that Capcom should revisit and re-release older, less accessible titles like Survivor, Outbreak, Gaiden, and Dead Aim. While acknowledging the success of modern RE Engine remakes, the author believes these classic games offer a unique glimpse into the series' original vision and the late '90s pop culture, and should be made available on modern platforms.
Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake Xbox Review | Invision Game Community
This review discusses the remake of Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly, highlighting its strengths in atmosphere, visuals, and expanded narrative, while also critiquing its combat balance and gameplay changes. The remake offers a faithful yet reimagined experience with new content and modern gameplay mechanics, though some argue it loses some of the original's dread. Despite combat issues, the game's engaging story and terrifying audio design make it a recommended survival horror title.
Get every Frictional horror game ever made—Penumbra, Amnesia, and SOMA—for just $15 in this screamingly good…
Humble Bundle is offering a collection of Frictional Games horror titles, including the Penumbra trilogy, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, Amnesia: Rebirth, Amnesia: The Bunker, and SOMA, for $15. The bundle is available until April 1, with Steam keys needing to be redeemed by April 1, 2027.
How Resident Evil’s Spencer Mansion Taught Us To Survive Horror
The Spencer Mansion in the original Resident Evil, released in 1996, served as a foundational element in teaching players the mechanics of the then-new survival horror genre. Its design was instrumental in establishing the genre's core gameplay loops and player experience.
How Resident Evil’s Remake Turned Spencer Mansion Into Survival Horror’s Final Exam
Capcom's 2002 remake of Resident Evil redefined survival horror by presenting a new take on the iconic Spencer Mansion. This reimagining offered players fresh challenges and lessons in horror, even for those familiar with the original.
Project Songbird Review – The horrors of writer’s block
Project Songbird is an indie horror game that blends walking simulator and survival horror elements with a focus on narrative and atmosphere. Players control Dakota, a musician dealing with grief and creative block, exploring an isolated cabin and nightmarish psychological spaces. The game features impeccable audio design, superb voice acting, and a gripping narrative that handles dark themes with sensitivity.
Solve A Dark Mystery In File Destined
File Destined is an atmospheric horror and investigation game available on Xbox Series X|S for £8.39. Players step into the role of Oliver, investigating a murder case that quickly becomes more complex and unsettling. The game emphasizes slow, careful investigation, with players needing to manage their lighter as their only source of light in a hostile environment.
Bite By Night Class Tier List – Best Class at Launch
This Bite By Night Class Tier List ranks the available classes from best to worst based on their roles and abilities. The Security Guard is placed in S-tier due to its useful Cams ability, while the Medic and Fighter are ranked A and B tier respectively. The free Customer class is in C tier, suitable for new players.
WIN: 1 of 4 copies of Resident Evil Requiem for PlayStation 5
A giveaway is offering Australian residents a chance to win one of four physical copies of Resident Evil Requiem for PlayStation 5. The game features survival horror elements with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and agent Leon S. Kennedy. The competition closes on May 28th.
Zero Station: Interval – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Zero Station: Interval is a reality-bending anomaly hunting game where players must identify spatial distortions within an interdimensional subway station to survive. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, the game emphasizes intuition and memory, as mistakes reset the player's progress. A beta demo is available for download.
Alien Deathstorm is Influenced by Lovecraftian Eldritch Horror and 1980s VHS Sci-Fi, Says Rebellion
Ben Fisher, head of design at Rebellion, discussed the inspirations behind Alien Deathstorm, citing Lovecraftian eldritch horror and 1980s VHS sci-fi. The game features a combat engineer protagonist and will be released for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
