multiplayer horror Archives

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January 6, 2026

What games did you play over the holidays?

During the holiday season, various games captivated players in the gaming community: - Herdling: Players guide twelve creatures called Calicorns to the summit of a mountain within three hours, earning achievements along the way. - Ball x Pit: An indie roguelike that combines elements of Vampire Survivors with pinball mechanics, where players collect and upgrade balls to fend off enemies. - Lusternia: Age of Ascension: A text-based MMO where players engage in a fantasy setting as a snake-man Monk, featuring a community-driven experience with no microtransactions. - Tanto Cuore: A deckbuilder game where players hire anime maids and balance hiring staff while competing against rivals. - Lushfoil Photography Sim: A game focused on recreating photographs using a DSLR in serene landscapes, transforming exploration into an engaging experience. - Fallout 3: A nostalgic return to the game, played without mods, reaffirming appreciation for its atmosphere and quests. - Kletka: A multiplayer horror game set in a dystopian environment, emphasizing cooperative gameplay and resource management.

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December 7, 2025

Despite a disaster launch, Blair Witch inspired horror game sells over 100,000 copies as dev commits “to face everything head on”

Multiplayer horror games have gained popularity due to platforms like YouTube and Twitch. Recent successful titles include R.E.P.O, Phasmophobia, and Lethal Company, inspiring indie developers to create multiplayer experiences. Digital Cybercherries is developing a game called Don't Scream Together, which combines cooperative gameplay with a found footage horror aesthetic. The game faced challenges at launch, receiving negative reviews primarily due to microphone calibration issues and player confusion about mechanics. Despite this, it sold 100,000 copies within days, with 60,000 on the first day. The developers engaged with the community and addressed feedback, leading to updated reviews from some players. They released a patch to fix audio problems linked to Windows 11 Audio Enhancements and committed to improving microphone calibration. Don't Scream Together is currently available at a 38% discount on Steam until December 10.

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October 15, 2025

One the the best parts of Phasmophobia’s success is the new wave of co-op horror games, ‘There was nothing, now there’s obviously quite a lot’

Phasmophobia has significantly impacted the horror gaming genre since its release five years ago, contributing to a resurgence in multiplayer horror games, particularly during the pandemic. Its success has inspired the development of new cooperative titles like Lethal Company, REPO, Demonologist, Devour, and Forewarned. Daniel Knight, the creator of Phasmophobia, aims to expand the realm of multiplayer puzzle games, with horror elements enhancing the experience. This has fostered a community of players interested in cooperative gameplay and has encouraged new developers to explore the genre.

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September 26, 2025

Remember that great Friday the 13th game that got shuttered? The same studio is doing it all again, except this time it’s Halloween

Developer Illfonic is creating a new game inspired by the 1978 horror film Halloween, set in the small town of Haddonfield. The game features asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay where four residents must evade the killer, Michael Myers. Survivors can alert neighbors, contact the police, or guide others to escape points, while Myers is invincible but can be detained by the police. The game will also include single-player vignettes that allow players to experience key moments from the film from Michael Myers' perspective. The game is set to be released on September 8, 2026. Concerns have been raised about the long hype cycle and the game's potential longevity due to past issues with Illfonic's Friday the 13th game.