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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

I've had a lifelong fear of large bodies of water, maybe because I grew up smackdab in the middle of the Sonoran Desert. It's bad enough that I can only tread water in a lake or, heaven forbid, 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 ...

There’s something timeless about gathering friends at a sleepover and daring each other to play creepy games. Whether it’s the thrill of testing your bravery, the rush of adrenaline when the lights go ...

I’m starting to think I’m either completely desensitized to horror, or the standard villain in these games aren’t particularly scary. You can, however, get a ...

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 ...

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 ...