There have been horror games for as long as video games have existed, but it would take a special approach to the genre to see it enter the zeitgeist. We can now look back on the 5th generation of ...

Survival horror games offer some of the most adrenaline-packed, stressful experiences in the horror niche, giving psychological horror games a run for their money. If you’re looking for a spectacular ...

Ahh, yes. Robot horror games, the latest entry in the horror scene. Horror games aren’t just about creepy ghosts or lurking monsters anymore. Some of the scariest stories are about the cold, ...

Rachael is a University of Lincoln graduate and Writer on Game Rant! During her time at uni she was able to research and write her dissertation on psychological horror video games - Outlast, P.T. Demo ...

There are always a ton of horror games to look forward to, and 2026 doesn't seem to be changing that. Here are just 10 of the ...

Horror games are terrifying enough, right? You’re walking down an innocent-looking path, probably minding your own business, when out pops some paranormal monstrosity to ruin your life (and the carpet ...

Frictional Games' Thomas Grip takes me through one of my most anticipated (and most terrified of) games of 2026 ...

Ontos, revealed by Frictional Games at The Game Awards, aims to double down on SOMA's cerebral approach to horror ...

I’ve been obsessed with scary movies for as long as I can remember, but it’s taken me a long time to truly get into horror video games. I’ve developed somewhat of a tolerance for typical film frights, ...

Villains in horror games can be scary through body horror, unpredictability, or creepiness. Some horror games fall flat with non-threatening villains, reducing the fear factor. Ramon Salazar from ...

October is upon us, and for those who enjoy scary games, it’s the best time of year to play them. With the days getting darker and new horror video games coming out almost every week, it’s a great ...