Survival Horror
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PS5 Leads Resident Evil Requiem Sales as 'Consoles Are Dead' Chat Falls Flat
Analysis of sales data for Resident Evil 4 indicates that the PlayStation 5 was the leading platform in the US during February, contrary to speculation that PC sales dominated. Despite strong PC performance, PlayStation has historically been the primary platform for the Resident Evil series, with the latest entry achieving record-breaking sales worldwide.
SCP: Fragmented Minds Expands with Chapter 02 on April 3
HST Game Studios and indie.io announced that Chapter 02 of their survival horror game, SCP: Fragmented Minds, will be released as a free update on April 3, 2026, for PC via Steam. This new chapter expands the game's systems, introduces new SCP entities, and continues the story within the SCP Foundation universe, including a quest arc for SCP-049 and new gameplay mechanics like the Wrist Device and Reality Anchors.
In Space, No One Can Hear You Clean… CLEANER COMPANY, A Deep Space Co-op Cleaning Sim, Coming 2026
Cleaner Company, a sci-fi co-op cleaning simulation, is set to launch on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in 2026. Published by Mythwright and developed by Wildflame Studio, the game tasks players with cleaning up hazardous deep space environments in up to 4-player online co-op. Players can sign up for a future playtest and will need to survive alien threats while upgrading their cleaning equipment.
Survive The Hunt In Dinosaurs Bodycam
Dinosaurs Bodycam, a survival horror FPS developed and published by GamePoc, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game utilizes a bodycam perspective to enhance immersion and tension as players investigate a research facility overrun by genetically enhanced dinosaurs.
"The answer will become clear some day" - We asked the Resident Evil Requiem director who Leon is married to, but Capcom is still playing coy
Resident Evil 4 director Koshi Nakanishi addressed speculation about Leon Kennedy's marital status, stating that while the answer will be revealed later, the ring signifies Leon having a 'place to go home to.' The game has achieved over 6 million sales and a new story expansion is in development.
I'm convinced the greatest horror game of all time is a lonely nightmare from 2003, and that's why I can't stop playing the Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly remake
The remake of Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly, originally released in 2003, offers a deeply atmospheric and melancholic horror experience. Despite some repetitive scares and an occasionally frustrating combat mechanic where enemies regenerate health, the game's intoxicating gothic mood and focus on fragility make it a standout. The narrative follows twins Mio and Mayu in the cursed Minakami Village, with Mio using the Camera Obscura to find her missing sister and fend off wraiths.
The Last of Us sparked "internal fight" at Naughty Dog, says veteran designer: "We had to tell the team 'it's not just another zombie game'"
A veteran designer revealed that Naughty Dog faced internal struggles during the development of The Last of Us, with the team needing to emphasize that it was more than just a typical zombie game. The focus was on the emotional narrative and the surrogate father-daughter relationship between Joel and Ellie, which was a key point of discussion during its early stages.
Edge Issue 422 Review Scores: Resident Evil Requiem, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, & More
GamerForge's review praises Resident Evil Requiem as a thrilling return to form, blending beloved gameplay elements from Resident Evil 4 and 7. Despite some narrative reliance on nostalgia, the game is considered a great experience available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Crabmeat Review – Crabbing in a Dystopian Antarctic Nightmare - MonsterVine
The Antarctic fishing horror game Crabmeat is now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Searching Interactive, this short, first-person, point-and-click survival horror title immerses players in a dystopian nightmare.
I've been playing this Resident Evil board game for years, but I didn't know how much it had taught me until I…
The author reflects on how playing the Resident Evil: The Board Game has taught them the strategic nuances of traditional survival horror, contrasting it with the more action-oriented video game installments. This tabletop experience, particularly with the Steamforged Games adaptation, emphasized careful planning, resource management, and calculated risks, skills that proved beneficial when later playing Resident Evil Requiem on PlayStation 5.
Demos and Freebies
FEAR OF SLEEP is a survival horror game set in a sprawling MetroBunker where players control Roy, a maintenance android navigating industrial corridors. The game is available on PC via Steam.
DEMO LIVE NOW: AAA Artist’s Debut Indie Horror 'FEAR OF SLEEP'
The demo for FEAR OF SLEEP, the debut sci-fi survival horror game from Signal Decay Games, is now available on Steam. Led by AAA artist Konrad Honey, known for his work on Call of Duty and Aliens, the game emphasizes a no-hand-holding experience with physics manipulation and player-investigated narrative.
GamerForge Review: Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake - A Village Celebration
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly receives a remake that revitalizes the classic Japanese horror experience with enhanced visuals and atmosphere. This new version aims to capture the chilling narrative of the original while offering a fresh presentation.
GamerForge Review: Resident Evil Requiem - A Bloody Welcome Home
Resident Evil Requiem successfully blends gameplay elements from Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 7, offering a thrilling return to form for the series. While some narrative choices and a reliance on nostalgia indicate a struggle to fully innovate, the game is ultimately a great experience.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Best Settings Guide For PC & Steam Deck
This guide provides the best settings for the Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake on PC and Steam Deck. The remake, developed by Koei Tecmo, features a visually striking atmosphere but suffers from sluggish movement, challenging combat, and optimization issues.
GamerForge Review: Resident Evil Requiem - A Bloody Welcome Home
This review offers a second opinion on Resident Evil Requiem, contrasting with a previous low score. The reviewer, a self-proclaimed fan of the series, found the game to be "okay," expressing a personal connection to the franchise.
GamerForge Review: Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake - A Village Celebration
Koei Tecmo's remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly offers a visually striking return to Minakami Village, but is marred by sluggish movement, difficult combat, and poor optimization. Despite the atmospheric Katana Engine, the remake struggles to overcome technical issues, impacting the experience of the iconic sisters.
Games Inbox: Is Requiem the best Resident Evil game?
Readers discuss their thoughts on Resident Evil Requiem, with some considering it among the best in the series, though slightly behind remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 4. The article also touches on Microsoft's lack of live service games, the potential of Crimson Desert, early gaming memories, and the advancements in graphics technology like ray tracing and upscaling.
15 Must Have Resident Evil Requiem PC Mods You Need to Install
This guide highlights 15 essential PC mods for Resident Evil Requiem, designed to enhance gameplay and replayability. Mods range from quality-of-life improvements like auto item reveals and health bars to significant gameplay alterations such as adding more enemies, introducing the Xenomorph, and enabling new movement mechanics.
Psychological Survival Horror SCP: Project Pneuma Drops Its First Teaser
Zatun has released the first teaser for its upcoming psychological survival horror game, SCP: Project Pneuma, set within the SCP universe. The game, which is being developed under the SCP Creative Commons license, is slated for a late 2026 release and will feature stealth, resource management, and environmental storytelling. Players will take on the role of a junior researcher trying to survive a containment breach and evade deadly anomalies.
