survival-horror Archives

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

This week in PC games: deep-sea roguelite raids, first-person horror cookery, and a spruced-up Dawn of War

Edwin is on a brief hiatus and prefers to be addressed as "Dr. Edwin" during meetings. He expects others to turn off their cameras and mute themselves if they forget. This week’s overview of new PC game releases includes: - Nebelmer: A compact open-world explorer that won Best Student Game at the Belgian Game Awards. - Echoes of the End: A narrative-rich fantasy hack-and-slash game inspired by Iceland's landscapes. - Abyssus: A 4-player roguelike co-op shooter set in sunken temples. - Dungeon Stalkers: An early access "extraction PvPvE dungeon crawler" with puzzling elements. - Alchemy of the Earth: A game where players mix potions to fend off skeletons. - Stomach: A survival horror cooking game set on an abandoned cruise ship. This week is quiet due to Edwin and Nic being on leave, while Mark plays Mafia: The Old Country. Gamescom is approaching.

AppWizard

July 31, 2025

This freaky Lovecraftian horror FPS is coming to Xbox and PS5, with a demo on Steam now — the devs said “you never know” about Game Pass, too

Beneath is an upcoming survival horror first-person shooter set to launch in 2025 on Xbox, PS5, and PC, developed by Camel 101 and published by Wired Productions. The game combines stealth mechanics and ammunition scarcity similar to Metro with intense combat and supernatural elements akin to F.E.A.R. It features Lovecraftian themes and is set primarily near, on, or beneath the ocean. Players will assume the role of Noah Quinn, an experienced diver facing nightmarish creatures and an ancient evil while trying to protect his daughter and humanity. The game includes adaptive AI enemies and limited ammunition, requiring players to strategize and use stealth. A free-to-play demo is available on Steam until August 4, 2025.

AppWizard

July 20, 2025

Epic Games Store Users Can Now Get Viral Horror Game for Free

Prime Gaming is offering a bonus free game for subscribers of Amazon Prime, which is Amnesia: The Dark Descent, a classic horror title released in 2010. To redeem the free Epic Games Store code, users must have an Amazon Prime subscription, and the redemption window is open until August 11. Amnesia: The Dark Descent is the first entry in a series by Frictional Games and has received an 85 score on Metacritic and an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam. The game offers an immersive first-person survival horror experience, with gameplay lasting around 8 to 12 hours.

BetaBeacon

July 11, 2025

Capcom Announces Real-Time Strategy Title ‘Resident Evil: Survival Unit’ for iOS, Android

Resident Evil: Survival Unit is a new mobile game developed by Aniplex Inc. and JOYCITY Corporation in collaboration with Capcom. The game will offer a real-time strategy experience tailored for iOS and Android platforms.

BetaBeacon

July 8, 2025

Aniplex, JOYCITY, and Capcom announce Resident Evil: Survival Unit for iOS, Android

Aniplex has announced a new strategy game called Resident Evil: Survival Unit, developed in collaboration with JOYCITY and Capcom. The game will be available on iOS and Android devices in North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and Asia.

BetaBeacon

July 4, 2025

Resident Evil: Survival Unit for iOS and Android is a

Capcom is developing a new strategy game called Resident Evil: Survival Unit for iOS and Android mobile devices. The game is a real-time strategy experience set in the survival horror universe of Resident Evil. More details will be revealed during a livestream on July 10th.

AppWizard

June 28, 2025

Steam Summer Sale is even better than I thought – here are the most worthwhile deals

The Steam Summer Sale includes significant discounts on several popular games. The Resident Evil 4 remake is available for .99/£16.49, marking a 50% discount. Cyberpunk 2077 is priced at .49/£17.49 with a 65% discount. The Dead Space remake is on sale for .99/£9.99, offering an 80% discount. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is discounted to .79/£37.79, a 10% reduction from its original price of .99/£41.99. Devil May Cry 5 is available for .99/£5.99, reflecting a 75% discount. The sale ends on July 10.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Post-apocalyptic South Korea retro survival horror game Ground Zero announced for PC

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

May 18, 2025

You’ve got to play my dark horse GOTY candidate if you too are a sicko for one of the ultimate RPG gimmicks: a trash level 1 sword that can be forged into a god slayer

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

March 26, 2025

Quite a Ride, a Survival-Horror Game Set on a Bike, Announced for PC

Developer Goodwin Games has announced a new survival horror game for PC titled Quite a Ride, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The game features a fog-laden rural setting filled with secrets and monsters, inspired by Stephen King and '80s/'90s horror films. Players must pedal a bicycle to survive, as their phone's battery drains over time, affecting gameplay. The game includes a pseudo-multiplayer element where players' collective actions can unlock new locations and quests. Quite a Ride is available for wishlisting on Steam.