psychological horror Archives

AppWizard

November 26, 2025

Get Mouthwashing, Buckshot Roulette, and 11 other indie horrors for just $1 each

Buckshot Roulette is an indie horror game that transforms Russian roulette into a chilling experience using a 12-gauge shotgun. It is part of the Indie Fears Humble Bundle, which features 13 games for a price of £11.67. Other notable games in the bundle include Mouthwashing, which has a 95% rating on Steam and is set on a shipwrecked space freighter, and Arctis Eggs, where players prepare food for Antarctic residents while appeasing a deity. The Indie Fears Bundle will be available until November 28, 2025, at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. The complete list of games in the bundle includes: - Mouthwashing - Buckshot Roulette - Arctic Eggs - Who's Lila - THRESHOLD - ORDER 13 - NO-SKIN - Kiosk - Adios - The Boba Teashop - Daemonologie - Massacre at the Mirage - Terror at Oakheart

Winsage

November 24, 2025

Scary experiment shows an infamous Windows XP build sending an old PC into chaos

Windows XP is no longer officially available for modern machines, but tech enthusiasts continue to explore its interface, particularly through virtual machines. The MetraByte YouTube channel recently showcased an experiment with "Windows XP Horror Edition," a version designed to disrupt and destabilize systems. This version can corrupt files and disable essential features, creating unsettling visuals and a chaotic user experience. The creator installed it on an isolated machine to avoid damaging their primary computer, emphasizing the importance of caution. A "Peaceful version" of the OS, which maintains the horror aesthetic without destructive elements, is also available on archive.org, but neither version should be installed on a primary PC.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Psychological Horror Game ‘Total Chaos’ out Now on Xbox Game Pass, PC and consoles

Apogee Entertainment, in collaboration with Infogrames, has released Total Chaos, a psychological horror game developed by Sam Prebble. The game features a blend of survival horror elements, including resource management, melee combat, and gunplay, set in the desolate Fort Oasis. Players will explore nine chapters filled with haunting visuals and grotesque environments, uncovering the island's dark secrets while managing resources and crafting weapons. The game includes a soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka, known for his work on Silent Hill. Total Chaos is available for .99 on Steam, Xbox Series X|S with Game Pass support, and will soon be released on GOG and the Epic Games Store, with SteamVR support expected in Q2 2026.

AppWizard

November 12, 2025

Every PC and Xbox game shown during Sony’s PlayStation State of Play Japan November 2025

The PlayStation State of Play occurred on November 11, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET, with the full show available on YouTube for over 40 minutes. Games and updates featured include: - Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, launching on February 5, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. - BrokenLore: Unfollow, releasing on January 16, 2026, and BrokenLore: Ascend, both available on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation. - Coffee Talk Tokyo, launching on March 5, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. - DAMON and Baby, expected on PlayStation and PC in early 2026. - DLC for Digimon Story Time Stranger, PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC, and Super Robot Wars Y. - Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, set for March 12, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. - Dynasty Warriors Origins DLC, launching on January 22, 2026. - Fate Trigger entering early access in Q1 2026 for Windows PC and PlayStation 5. - Monster Hunter Wilds Update 4 on December 16, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5. - Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse, launching on March 5, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. - A demo for Octopath Traveler 0 is available now, with the full game releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. - Elden Ring Nightreign DLC titled The Forsaken Hollows, launching on December 4, 2025, for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

The fourth Steam Scream Fest is here, and there’s a lot more on sale than just horror games

The Steam Scream Fest offers discounted PC games until November 3rd at 10 am PT. Highlights include: - The Outlast Trials: 70% discount. - Inscryption: currently on sale (price not specified). - Mouthwashing: priced at .99, praised by PC Gamer. - The Walking Dead: Telltale Series: priced at .99 (price not specified). - V Rising: half-off at .99. - Crow Country: available for .99 (price not specified). New Points Shop items include a gif of Nosferatu.

AppWizard

October 14, 2025

Blumhouse’s latest horror game Sleep Awake is the first psychological horror I’ve enjoyed in a hot minute

Psychological horror is a genre that balances between brilliance and gimmickry, and Eyes Out's game Sleep Awake aims to create a lasting impact. The gameplay follows Katja, who navigates a dangerous world filled with violent cultists while searching for a loved one. Stealth is crucial as players maneuver through dilapidated environments, facing threats from cultists in gas masks. A mysterious force causes people to vanish when they fall asleep, leading survivors to engage in painful rituals to stay awake. The game features moments of beauty amidst horror, such as serene alleyways and dreamlike sequences that blend reality with the subconscious. These elements contribute to a visually stunning and unsettling experience.

AppWizard

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.

AppWizard

September 29, 2025

PC Gaming Show @ TGS 2025 Coverage

The PC Gaming Show at TGS 2025 showcased over 30 upcoming PC games. Key announcements include: - Nightdive Studios is remaking "Blood," set to launch on December 4th. - "Earth Must Die," a point-and-click adventure, features a voice cast including Ben Starr and Tamsin Greig; release date TBA. - A demo for "Minos," where players build labyrinths, is available now. - "Moomintroll: Winter's Warmth," a sequel to Snufkin, is in development. - "Awaysis," a dungeon brawler, has playtest sign-ups available. - "Billie Bust Up," a 3D platformer, has a new gameplay trailer; release date TBA. - "Yakuza Kiwami 3" will launch on February 11th, 2026, featuring an alternative storyline. - "Gravebound," an online extraction shooter, has a free playtest available now. - "Kaiju Cleanup" has playtest signups available. - "HOTEL BARCELONA" is out now, blending horror and action. - "Mars Tactics" will release in May 2026. - "CLAWPUNK," a roguelite, is set to launch on November 14th. - "Killing Floor 3" will receive a major update on Halloween. - "Farmbotic," a co-op farming game, is launching in 2026. - "Denshattack!" is a train stunt game coming in 2026. - "Doomspire," a roguelike deckbuilder, is out now. - "MotionRec," a puzzle platformer, is coming later this year. - "Mind Diver," a mystery adventure, is out now. - "JOIN US," a cult simulation game, is set for 2026. - "Threads of Time," a visually stunning title, has no release date yet. - "Soulmask" will leave Early Access in Q4 2025. - "Outward 2" is set for a Summer 2026 release. - "House Flipper 2" will introduce a Pets DLC next year. - "OKU," a narrative-driven game, has no release date yet. - "Morbid Metal," a single-player hack and slash roguelite, will open playtests soon. - "Huntsman," a horror game featuring giant spiders, is set to release in November 2025. - "RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores" is coming in 2026. - "Absolum," a beat 'em up roguelite, launches on October 9th. - "Task Time," a competitive party game, has a playtest available now. - "BrokenLore: DON'T LIE," a psychological horror game, is in development.

TrendTechie

September 23, 2025

Долгожданную Silent Hill f слили на торренты раньше официального релиза

KONAMI, in collaboration with NeoBards Entertainment, has announced Silent Hill f, set in 1960s Japan, with a release date of September 25. Pre-orders for the Deluxe version allow early access. The game lacks anti-piracy measures, leading hackers from Rune to create a Portable version available on unofficial platforms, requiring about 47 GB of storage. The story follows Hinako Shimizu, a high school student in Ebisu Gaoka, as she faces chaos filled with fog and monsters while solving puzzles that explore the themes of beauty and horror.

AppWizard

September 8, 2025

Borderlands 4 is near, Final Fantasy Tactics is back — PC gaming is stacked in September

Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to release on September 4, 2025, and has already broken the concurrent player record on Steam. Borderlands 4 will be released between September 11 and 12, 2025. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is scheduled for September 30, 2025. Silent Hill f will launch on September 25, 2025, and Dying Light: The Beast will be released on September 19, 2025. Other notable titles include Firefighting Simulator: Ignite on September 9, Dead Reset on September 11, Chrono Gear: Warden of Time on September 12, No, I'm Not a Human on September 15, Strange Antiquities on September 17, DeadWire and Formula Legends on September 18, Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree on September 18, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter on September 19, Endless Legend 2 on September 22, Blade & Soul Heroes on September 24, Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile, PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, and Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian all on September 25, EA SPORTS FC 26 and Hotel Barcelona on September 26, and Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny on September 30, 2025.