horror games

AppWizard
June 8, 2025
Obsidian Entertainment has announced that The Outer Worlds 2 will feature six companions with their own questlines linked to distinct factions, allowing players to influence their character arcs through gameplay choices. The game is set on Arcadia, a new colony governed by The Protectorate, and will include an enhanced perk system similar to Fallout: New Vegas, allowing for specialized character builds. Players will take on the role of a customizable Sky Marshall, with an emphasis on traits that affect gameplay dynamics. The sequel aims for deeper RPG mechanics and a more complex narrative due to increased development time and resources. The game is scheduled for release on October 29, 2025.
AppWizard
June 8, 2025
Publisher Kwalee, in collaboration with developer Malformation Games, has announced the retro-inspired survival horror game Ground Zero, set in a post-apocalyptic South Korea. The game will be available on PC via Steam, but a release date has not been provided. Ground Zero features a narrative centered around a meteor impact that devastates South Korea, with players taking on the role of an elite Korean operative and her Canadian partner two months after the disaster. Key features include combat with mutated monsters, exploration of a ruined city, a variety of combat abilities, upgrades through Genome Points, battles against large bosses, and elements reminiscent of classic survival horror games, such as fixed cameras and intricate puzzles. Unlockables and bonus content will also be available.
AppWizard
June 8, 2025
Publisher PQube and developer Dual Effect have released a demo for Tormented Souls II on PC via Steam. The demo features about 60 minutes of gameplay, starting with Caroline Walker and her sister Anna's journey to Villa Hess, a clinic in southern Chile. Upon arrival, Anna goes missing, leading Caroline to confront captors and a sinister plan involving the Wildberger twins. Caroline's character design has evolved, featuring a blood-red dress and rugged leather jacket, reflecting her growth as a protective older sister. Tormented Souls II is set to launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC in 2025.
AppWizard
June 2, 2025
Zeekerss has released version 70 of Lethal Company, which includes a revamped mansion, enhanced features, and a new monster called the Giant Sapsucker. The update introduces five new furniture items (fridge, doghouse, sofa chair, microwave, electric chair), a new log titled "Team Synergy," and a new plan for logs that allows players to collect them as rare scrap. Enhancements to the Company Cruiser include reinforced materials, a self-correcting feature, and a speed boost. The radar system has been redesigned with a face cam, a new compass HUD, a path indicator to the nearest exit, and contour lines for outdoor terrain. The mansion now has eight new rooms and hallways with interactable objects, improving exploration and navigation.
AppWizard
May 18, 2025
Labyrinth of the Demon King is a first-person dungeon crawler that combines elements from classic survival horror games. Key tips for new players include: always kick for defense, use consumables like talismans, prioritize stamina upgrades, and be patient with weapon upgrades. Players can repair a broken katana by providing an intact sword, with the repair quality depending on the sword used. Multiple versions of the katana can be created, resulting in different models and stats, with the prison sword being a notable example. The game features hidden layers and intricate weapon upgrade mechanics. It received an 81% rating from Shaun Prescott and is available on Steam, with a launch price that will increase on May 27.
AppWizard
May 14, 2025
Developer Gun Interactive has announced that support for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will conclude after an upcoming patch in May, with no further downloadable content, balance adjustments, or bug fixes planned. The game will remain available for purchase and will not be removed from digital storefronts. Launched in August 2023, the game has gained a following in the asymmetrical multiplayer horror genre.
AppWizard
May 14, 2025
Labyrinth of the Demon King is a first-person dungeon crawler developed by J. R. Hudepohl and published by Top Hat Studios, set to release on May 13, 2025, priced at £16.75. The game combines horror and adventure, drawing inspiration from the King's Field series and early survival horror games, featuring a visual style that evokes mid-’90s graphics. Players can use various weapons, including a katana, otsuchi, and rifle, with talismans providing additional combat complexity. The game includes a stalking figure named Nuribotoke, reminiscent of Resident Evil's Mr. X, and features puzzles that require backtracking and engagement with narrative elements found in scrolls about Buddhist folklore.
AppWizard
March 17, 2025
SPINA Studio and SUPERHOT PRESENTS are developing a retro-style survival horror game titled PHASE ZERO, set to launch on PC via Steam, with a demo expected soon. The game features episodic chapters focusing on two protagonists, set in the fictional town of Flint Peak in 1994 during a snowstorm. A mysterious illness transforms the town's inhabitants into grotesque creatures. Players will navigate the environment using fixed camera angles and prerendered backgrounds, reminiscent of 90s horror games. Key features include confronting mutated monsters, exploring a 3D pre-rendered environment, and experiencing a chilling soundtrack.
AppWizard
March 17, 2025
I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream, originally launched in 1995, will be released on consoles on March 27, breaking its 30-year exclusivity to PC. The game will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. It was co-designed and co-written by Harlan Ellison, who also voiced the supercomputer AM. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic landscape where humanity is controlled by a sentient machine.
AppWizard
March 6, 2025
Post Trauma is a horror game in development by Red Soul Games and will be published by Raw Fury. It is inspired by classic titles like the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 2, featuring fixed camera angles. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals. The narrative follows Roman, a train conductor who faces nightmarish creatures after a panic attack. Post Trauma will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC (via Steam), and PlayStation 5. This is the debut title from Red Soul Studios, aiming to blend nostalgia with innovation in the horror genre. A trailer for the game is available on YouTube.
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