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November 30, 2025

Grab a free Steam key for AILA, the new survival horror FPS that’s a perfect warm-up for Resident Evil Requiem

Fireshine Games has released a new horror game titled AILA, a "psy-tech horror adventure" where players assume the role of a game tester accompanied by an AI assistant. The game features nightmarish scenarios, puzzles, and resource management, drawing inspiration from titles like Resident Evil and Amnesia. To celebrate the launch, Fireshine Games is giving away ten Steam keys until December 18, with winners notified via email. AILA is currently available on Steam at a 20% discount, priced at .99 / £19.99 until December 9.

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October 31, 2025

GOG’s 2025 Autumn Sale Kicks Off This Week, Save On Hundreds Of PC Games

GOG's annual Autumn sale has started, offering significant discounts on a wide range of PC games. The sale runs until November 5. GOG is notable for its absence of Digital Rights Management (DRM), allowing players to download and install games on multiple devices without restrictions. Discounts include Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion, The Alters, the definitive editions of the Mafia Trilogy, and RoboCop: Rogue City. Classic titles available include Brutal Legend, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Grim Fandango Remastered, the enhanced version of The Witcher 2, and The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt Complete Edition. GOG is also the exclusive platform for the original versions of Resident Evil and Dino Crisis.

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October 25, 2025

A Fantastic Horror Game Even Haters Can Enjoy Is Free To Claim On PC

Fear the Spotlight is a horror game launched by Blumhouse, available for free on the Epic Games Store until October 30, 2024. The narrative follows two high school friends, Vivian and Amy, who encounter a haunting scenario after a séance. The game features puzzles tied to the school's tragic history, including a fire that killed several students. Players face a spotlight-headed creature that symbolizes the fear of scrutiny. The game is available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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October 16, 2025

2022 Survival-Horror PC Game Now Free on Steam for 24 Hours

A 2022 survival-horror game, Golden Light, is available for free on Steam for the next 24 hours, coinciding with Halloween. It has a 91% approval rating from nearly 2,000 user reviews and a score of 78 on Metacritic. The offer is provided through Fanatical and will end on early October 17. Golden Light combines survival-horror, first-person shooter, and roguelike elements, featuring gameplay where props hunt players. It is available for download on the Steam Deck, though its compatibility is marked as "Playable." The game offers approximately seven hours of gameplay.

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October 15, 2025

Tarkov’s brutal FPS action collides with Dead by Daylight’s horror crossovers in this new extraction shooter

Grey State Studio, a Tencent Games subsidiary, is developing a Lovecraftian extraction shooter titled "Rules of Engagement: The Grey State." The game combines elements from titles like Escape From Tarkov and Hunt: Showdown, incorporating a Dead by Daylight-style approach to horror. Players will take on the role of a Strider, an elite operative, navigating a military secret location filled with grotesque creatures and alien artifacts in PvPvE matches. The game features a 'horrorverse' populated by beings inspired by horror films, literature, and internet creepypasta. An alpha test will showcase four classes: Pyro, Phantom, Sledge, and a secret class. The game is set for a free release in 2026 and is available for wishlisting on Steam.

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October 5, 2025

Delta Force devs’ horror game combines extraction shooters, Dead by Daylight, and CRPGs, and it has no right to look this good

Team Jade is developing a new tactical shooter titled Project Spectrum, which combines elements of various gaming genres to create a unique multiplayer experience. The game features a blend of tactical military simulation and a supernatural environment, with players acting as agents equipped with military-grade weaponry. The gameplay includes navigating a dilapidated mansion while tracking a dark energy source called the Ember, encountering eerie creatures, and managing a sanity meter that distorts perception. The game introduces an asymmetrical multiplayer component where players can become the Executioner, a powerful entity that poses a threat to agents. Players can customize their agents and engage in resource management through a crafting system that allows for weapon upgrades. The progression system diverges from typical extraction shooter models, enabling players to recruit, manage, and upgrade their agents, adding depth to the gameplay. Project Spectrum aims to deliver a fresh take on multiplayer gaming by blending tactical FPS, extraction shooter, survival horror, and CRPG elements.

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October 3, 2025

Amnesia creator Frictional Games teases its next game, and it may be something new but it sure feels like SOMA

Frictional Games, known for horror titles like Penumbra, Amnesia, and SOMA, has teased their next project through a YouTube clip titled FrictionalNextProject.mp4, following an alternate reality game (ARG) that started with a SOMA update on September 22. This update addressed technical issues and hinted at deeper mysteries. Frictional Games is collaborating with Kepler Interactive for this project, marking a shift from their previous self-publishing model. The Hotel Samsara website, linked to the teaser, presents a narrative about a luxury experience gone wrong, featuring a character named Felix. The teaser suggests themes of neo-luxury and horror, reminiscent of SOMA's psychological horror elements. There is currently no official release timeline for the new game, but fans can sign up for updates on the Hotel Samsara website.

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August 31, 2025

I owe Bloober Team an apology, Cronos: The New Dawn is 🔥🔥🔥

Cronos: The New Dawn, developed by Bloober Team, is set to launch on Xbox PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on September 5, 2025. The game features a protagonist known as "The Traveller," who navigates a world altered by an event called "The Change," which has created grotesque entities. The gameplay includes melee combat and gunplay, with mechanics inspired by horror titles like Dead Space and The Evil Within. Players must manage resources and engage strategically with their environment to survive. The game is noted for its atmospheric horror and a unique Eastern European setting.

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August 25, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (August 25, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, creating a challenging environment for gamers to find hidden gems. Waterpark Simulator - Release Date: August 23 - Developer: CayPlay - Description: A game that captures the essence of fun and adventure in a vibrant aquatic environment. Deep Sleep: Labyrinth of the Forsaken - Release Date: August 22 - Developer: scriptwelder - Description: A horror-themed point-and-click game where players control Amy, who investigates her brother's death through puzzles and storytelling. Crescent Tower - Release Date: August 20 - Developer: Curry Croquette - Description: A classic dungeon crawler with 8-bit pixel art, featuring nine classes across three races and turn-based combat. HorrorToleranceTest - Release Date: August 20 - Developer: うさうさはっぴーげーむず - Description: A Japanese horror game with mini-games that challenge players' reactions to various horror scenarios.

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August 8, 2025

Warner Bros. Discovery Adds 3.4 Million Streaming Subscribers, But “Minecraft” and “Sinners” Power Q2

Warner Bros. Discovery reported second-quarter earnings with a revenue of .8 billion, a slight increase from the previous year. Net income rose to .6 billion, a recovery from last year's loss, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 9% to billion. The studio segment generated .8 billion in revenue, a 55% year-over-year increase, driven by successful films like Minecraft and Sinners. The company plans to release 12 to 14 new films annually, including major tentpole films and titles from DC Studios and New Line. Streaming growth included the addition of 3.4 million subscribers, leading to an 8% revenue increase to .8 billion. The linear TV segment faced challenges, with revenue down 9% to .8 billion and adjusted EBITDA declining by 24% to .5 billion. WBD completed six major carriage renewals and is preparing for a strategic split, creating a new entity for its studios and HBO, while linear networks will become a separate company named Discovery. CEO David Zaslav emphasized limiting library content licensing to enhance HBO Max's appeal and highlighted ongoing efforts to revive franchises like Superman and Lord of the Rings. The company is also expanding into gaming and theme parks, with Bruce Campbell leading these initiatives. Zaslav discussed plans for bundling streaming services to improve consumer experience and noted the resilience of the TV advertising market despite economic pressures.