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Hideo Kojima is taking an unprecedented approach to marketing his new horror game, *OD*, by keeping details under wraps to maximize its fear factor. Described as an experiment to push the "limits of fear," it aims for a unique, unadulterated shock. Backed by Xbox and featuring a notable cast, this mysterious project promises a fresh take on psychological terror.
VILE: Exhumed's physical edition offers a second chance for this potent found-footage horror game, delivering an immersive desktop mystery with deeply personal themes of misogyny and entitlement. Priced at $9.99, it comes in a classic jewel case with an 8-page booklet, no DRM, and supports a non-profit.
Indie horror games are taking Hollywood by storm, with fan-driven virality leading to major film adaptations like *Five Nights at Freddy's*, *Iron Lung*, and *The Mortuary Assistant*. Streamers and dedicated communities are proving to be the ultimate tastemakers, shaping the next wave of cinematic scares.
Sandy Petersen, creator of the Call of Cthulhu tabletop RPG, shares the surprising origin of its iconic Sanity system. During an early playtest, players instinctively acted terrified when confronted with horror, revealing the mechanic's power to make players *feel* dread, not just track it. This accidental discovery profoundly shaped horror gaming forever.
`Look Outside`'s April Fools' 'smooch mode' is now a permanent, optional feature, letting players kiss enemies and neighbors for hilarious, blushing reactions. Easy to activate via a 'Casanova' save, it offers unique replayability and a comedic twist to the cosmic horror game.
