Halloween season is finally upon us, and with that comes a slew of scary movies, TV shows, and video games. Thanks to several notable titles, 2024 has been an interesting year for horror games. Here’s our list of 10 horror games worth playing this Halloween season.
Silent Hill 2 Remake
Developer: Bloober Team
Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment
Platforms: PlayStation 5, and PC
Silent Hill 2 is a single-player survival horror game remade and built entirely in Unreal Engine 5. Based on the 2001 game of the same name, this remake is arguably one of this year’s best horror games. Bloober Team remains passionate about making titles in this genre and if you’re a fan of the Silent Hill series, then this remake is worth checking out.
A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead
Developer: Stormind Games
Publisher: Saber Interactive
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC
A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is a single-player first-person perspective survival horror game based on the popular A Quiet Place film franchise. This game features a new storyline and lead protagonist as players navigate through a post-apocalyptic world inhabited by aliens. The game utilizes stealth and a cool microphone feature that allows in-game creatures to detect you if you make a sound. If you’re a fan of movies, you’ll most likely enjoy this game too.
Fear The Spotlight
Developer: Cozy Game Pals
Publisher: Blumhouse Games
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC
Fear The Spotlight is an atmospheric third-person horror adventure game about two friends who experience an unforgettable night at their mysterious high school after performing a séance. This game was primarily designed to evoke a classic ’90s horror vibe and has clever puzzles reminiscent of the Resident Evil games. If you want to learn more about the game check out my full review.
Edge of Sanity
Developer: Vixa Games, and Scalac Sp. z o.o.
Publisher: Vixa Games, and Daedalic Entertainment
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Edge of Sanity is a psychological survival horror game set in Alaska during the Cold War. With a handcrafted 2D art style and intense atmosphere, this H.P. Lovecraft-inspired game depicts the horrors of survival in the midst of madness. If you’re looking for a unique game that will have you on the edge of your seat then this is the one to check out.
Until Dawn Remake
Developer: Supermassive Games
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Platforms: PlayStation 5, and PC
Until Dawn is a single-player interactive drama survival horror video game that follows eight young adults trying to survive an intense night at Blackwood Mountain. Developed by Supermassive Games, this title originally launched on PlayStation 4 in 2015. If you’re a fan of QTE games with life-and-death consequences based on choice then Until Dawn is the perfect choice.
Phasmophobia
Developer: Kinetic Games
Publisher: Kinetic Games
Platforms: Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC
Phasmophobia is a first-person paranormal horror investigation game where players can work together or alone to identify ghosts haunting various places. This critically acclaimed title originally launched on PC in 2020 and is out right now on consoles. If you’re interested in supernatural games then this one should be on your radar.
The Casting of Frank Stone
Developer: Supermassive Games
Publisher: Behaviour Interactive
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC
The Casting of Frank Stone is a single-player interactive drama survival horror game about four aspiring filmmakers trying to make a horror movie in a steel mill during the 1980s. Developed by Supermassive Games, The Casting of Frank Stone also features QTEs, puzzles, and meaningful choices. If you enjoyed Until Dawn or other Supermassive Games then this might be worth checking out.
No Room In Hell 2
Developer: Torn Banner Studios
Publisher: Torn Banner Studios
Platforms: PC
No Room In Hell 2 is an 8-player co-op action horror game set in a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies. Developed by Torn Banner Studios and available now in Early Access, No Room In Hell 2 is far from perfect but does offer players plenty of fun if they play together. Several more features are also set to be added to the game periodically so it might be worth keeping an eye on from here on out.
Killer Klowns From Outer Space
Developer: IllFonic Games, and Teravision Games
Publisher: IllFonic Games
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC
Killer Klowns From Outer Space is an asymmetrical survival horror game based on the 1988 film of the same name. Set up as a 10-player game, a team of 3 is chosen to play as the evil Klowns with the main objective of starting the Klownpocalypse. The remaining 7 players take on the role of humans who must avoid being caught by the Klowns. This game is the perfect homage to the film and is worth your time if you like asymmetrical survival games.
Clock Tower Rewind
Developer: WayForward, Limited Run Games, and Human Entertainment
Publisher: Limited Run Games
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Clock Tower Rewind is a point-and-click survival horror game that follows Jennifer Samson as she tries to escape a mansion under siege by a crazed stalker. Contributing Editor Ricardo Negron described this game as a satisfying experience and one of his favorite highlights from PAX West 2024. If you played the original game and want to check out the modernized features then now is the perfect time.
This concludes our list of recent horror games worth checking out. Have you played any games on the list or can think of a few more recent titles that should be included? Let us know your thoughts on this in the comments section below.
