As 2026 winds down to an inevitable conclusion, we're highlighting some of the very best horror games of the year so far.

It's that time of year again: The Game Awards are on the horizon, and despite being one of the most talked-about genres in gaming, horror still doesn't have its own category in the annual video game ...

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 ...

It’s the spookiest month of the year, and as you might expect, online gaming platforms are teeming with new horror games. If you’re a fan of scary games, Halloween is the best time to look out for new ...

A supernatural flood has overrun the city of Arkham. As the protagonist, you must learn why and how you can stop it. The Sinking City 2 is a pure detective storyline, but since monsters are heavily ...

Morgan Pinder is a writer at GameRant and a graduate researcher at Deakin University in Australia. Their research interests are in video games, environmentalism and gothic media. Morgan’s most recent ...

The horror game genre is known for a wide range of terrifying titles, but over the past few years, indie games have dominated the space. More and more developers are trying their hand at creating a ...

Gaming has been Samarveer’s greatest passion, and the Literature graduate in him takes immense joy in dissecting games for their themes, messages, and impact. Samarveer holds a deep appreciation of ...

Horror gaming continues to experiment, delivering scares in unique ways, boosting indie development. Immersive Sim games pair well with horror, offering unique experiences like The Cat Lady or ...

Digital horror has changed significantly as game developers have gained access to better graphics, sound systems, lighting ...

Survival horror games are an excellent way for horror fans to get their fear-fixes, but at the same time not feel completely helpless while being afraid. There is a distinct difference between average ...

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, ...