Survival horror games

There are tons of Survival horror games offering a variety of entertaining yet educational experiences related to Survival horror. Players can learn about the Survival horror in an interactive way, as the games are designed to be fun and engaging. The games range from simple arcade-style challenges to more complex strategic puzzles. All these Survival horror games feature vibrant, colorful graphics and simple, easy-to-understand instructions, so even the youngest players can join in on the fun.

The Cat Lady

The Cat Lady (2012)

The Cat Lady is a psychological horror video game by Remigiusz Michalski (Harvester Games). It follows the story of Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40-year old on the verge of suicide. The game features stylized artwork, keyboard controls and English voice acting plus an atmospheric 70 minute soundtrack by Micamic. This dark and mature game is not suitable for those under 18 years old due to its strong adult themes.
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Steins;Gate

Steins;Gate (2014)

Steins;Gate is a video game set in the city of Akihabara, Japan, where anime culture thrives. It follows a group of friends who discover how to send messages back in time unintentionally. Through their discovery they are pulled into a world full of secrets and timelines that can be altered by the press of a button. Their actions could potentially change the future for all mankind.
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The Last of Us

The Last of Us (2013)

The Last of Us is a post-apocalyptic video game set twenty years after a pandemic has drastically changed the world. The remaining humans are scattered, with some infected and running amok while survivors fight each other for resources. Joel, an experienced survivor, is tasked to smuggle fourteen-year old girl Ellie out of a military quarantine. What begins as just another job quickly turns into a grueling journey across the country filled with dangers at every turn.
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Silent Hill 2

Silent Hill 2 (2001)

Silent Hill 2 is a horror video game that follows the story of James, who lives three years after his wife's death. He receives a mysterious letter from her, asking him to meet in Silent Hill - a place with deep personal meaning for them both. With no other choice but to follow the request, he embarks on an adventure full of surreal horror and real danger as he searches for answers in Silent Hill.
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System Shock 2

System Shock 2 (1999)

System Shock 2 is a first-person shooter video game that features both traditional elements found in shooters as well as unique elements that make it stand out. Players will find several gameplay elements such as logs, inventory, skills, persistent world, leaning, hacking and RPG-style character development. There are multiple weapons and enemies to fight against while the plot is always present but not so confining like most other shooters - there's usually more than one task to accomplish. The levels are designed realistically with logical reasons behind them and the player can drop items on one level and go back later to retrieve them. System Shock 2 continues this classic game design from its predecessor System Shock 1 giving players an immersive experience full of compelling storylines.
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Steins;Gate 0

Steins;Gate 0 (2016)

Steins;Gate 0 is a new story in the critically-acclaimed Steins;Gate series. In this game, players will explore a whole new world line from the depths of despair, where their favorite characters return alongside a brand new cast. The main theme of this game is how to save humanity from all its problems when one can't even save the people they love.
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BioShock: The Collection

BioShock: The Collection (2016)

BioShock: The Collection is a remastered compilation of the original BioShock, BioShock 2, and BioShock Infinite games. This compilation includes all single-player content from each game as well as additional content such as "Columbia's Finest" pack and Director's Commentary: Imagining BioShock featuring Ken Levine and Shawn Robertson. All three games have been upgraded to 1080p resolution for an enhanced gaming experience. Players can return to the cities of Rapture and Columbia in this collection for a classic adventure with modern graphics.
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BioShock

BioShock (2007)

BioShock is a critically acclaimed, award-winning first person shooter game that transports players to the underwater city of Rapture. After their plane crashes into icy waters, players take control of their world by hacking mechanical devices, commandeering security turrets and crafting items necessary for survival. The environment of Rapture is powered by Ecological A.I., with inhabitants that interact in meaningful ways which affect gameplay experiences. Players can also genetically modify their bodies through Plasmid Stations scattered throughout the city and upgrade weapons with ionic gels, explosives and toxins to customize them to the enemy and environment. With stunningly realistic water effects and next generation graphics illustrating its art deco world, BioShock offers an unforgettable experience as it poses a moral dilemma: do you exploit or save innocent survivors?
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Let It Die

Let It Die (2016)

Let It Die is a video game set in the year 2026 AD, after a large tectonic disturbance caused mass destruction around the world. South Western Tokyo split off into the ocean and became an island covered by fog. A mysterious spire then rose from the ocean through this island, piercing the clouds above it. Players take on the role of someone brave enough to explore this tower in search of its mysteries and secrets hidden from mankind's eyes.
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Devotion

Devotion (2019)

Devotion is a first-person atmospheric horror game set in 1980s Taiwan. Players explore an apartment complex that is gradually shifting into a hellish nightmare, as they discover the lives of the family within it and the religious beliefs that have shaped them. As their journey progresses, players will uncover each member of the family's vows to their faith and how those commitments have guided both their devotion and the events leading up to this supernatural transformation.
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Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly (2003)

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly (also known as Project Zero II) is a horror video game in which players take on the role of Mio Amakura and her twin sister Mayu. After seeing a mysterious crimson butterfly, Mayu chases it into the dark forest, with Mio reluctantly following behind. The sisters eventually stumble upon an abandoned village that will become the setting for their terrifying journey. Players must help them uncover its secrets and survive through supernatural horrors while discovering why they were brought to this place in the first place. With spine-chilling gameplay, eerie atmosphere, and intense action sequences, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly provides an unforgettable experience that's sure to keep you up at night!
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Silent Hill

Silent Hill (1999)

Silent Hill is a survival horror video game in which the player takes on the role of a father searching for his daughter who has gone missing in the eerie town of Silent Hill. The game follows an alternate dimension filled with gruesome and dark secrets -- a place between reality and hell where death is no escape. Players must follow a trail of blood and mutilation as they attempt to save their loved one from demonic forces that lurk within Silent Hill.
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Resident Evil Village

Resident Evil Village (2021)

Resident Evil Village is the eighth major entry in the Resident Evil series and features ultra-realistic graphics powered by the RE Engine. The story follows Ethan Winters, a character from the previous game who has moved on with his wife Mia to start a new life away from tragedy. However, events are set into motion when Chris Redfield appears out of nowhere and throws Ethan into an unknown nightmare as he searches for answers. Players will have to fight for survival against whatever danger lurks around every corner.
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Silent Hill 3

Silent Hill 3 (2003)

Silent Hill 3 is a survival horror video game developed by Konami that continues the series' trademark of psychological horror and terrifying gameplay. Players assume the role of Heather, a teenage girl who must explore and unravel the connection between Silent Hill and her inner fears. With enhanced graphics, deeper story elements, and more grotesque monsters than before, Silent Hill 3 promises to be one of the best horror adventures ever created. It features new monsters, items, weapons such as a submachine gun for players to battle their way through this twisted town.
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The Evil Within 2

The Evil Within 2 (2017)

In The Evil Within 2, players take on the role of Detective Sebastian Castellanos who is at his lowest point. But when he is given a chance to save his daughter, he must enter a world filled with nightmares and uncover the dark secrets of an idyllic town. Players must confront horrific threats in this warped world using weapons and traps or sneak through the shadows to survive.
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SOMA

SOMA (2015)

SOMA is a sci-fi horror video game from Frictional Games, the creators of Amnesia and Penumbra series. Set in the PATHOS-2 research facility, SOMA puts players in a world that has been disrupted by strange occurrences and machines with increasingly dangerous behavior. The only way out is to explore this world filled with delusive human consciousness while avoiding malevolent forces. With no weapons available players must rely on their wits to survive in this entropic exploration of synapse and circuit.
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Clive Barker's Undying

Clive Barker's Undying (2001)

Clive Barker's Undying is a first-person shooter horror game developed by Electronic Arts. Set in 1920s Ireland, players assume the role of Patrick Galloway, master of the occult and armed with arcane magic and weapons. The goal is to unravel the mysterious curse that has befallen an old friend's family known as the Covenant; failure to do so will result in death. With its intense story and unique gameplay elements, Clive Barker's Undying provides an unforgettable experience for fans of horror games alike.
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl (2007)

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl is a unique role-playing game that allows players to become stalkers, scavenging the dangerous radioactive Zone of Chernobyl for anomalous formations which they can sell on the Zone's border in exchange for money, weapons and protective equipment needed to explore previously inaccessible areas within the Zone. Unlike traditional RPGs, this game does not rely on character levels or changing characteristics; instead it focuses on developing real mastery through first-person shooter combat tactics, allowing player skill to be their greatest asset as they traverse the hostile environment of the radioactive wasteland known as The Zone.
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Dying Light

Dying Light (2015)

Dying Light is an open world survival horror video game in which players traverse a chaotic and destroyed environment. Players have to fight for their own survival against various enemies, including the infected, as well as other desperate humans who will attempt to take whatever supplies they can get their hands on.
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Resident Evil 3: Nemesis

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (1999)

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a horror survival game set in the fictional city of Raccoon City, where Jill Valentine must escape from hordes of flesh-eating zombies and other mutants. The game takes place one and a half months after the events at the mansion lab incident, where players will uncover new secrets about Umbrella Corporation's devious activities. Players will have to rely on their wits and strength to survive as they are pursued by the relentless "Nemesis", an advanced bio-weapon created by Umbrella Corporation.
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Rule of Rose

Rule of Rose (2006)

Rule of Rose is a horror video game set in 1930s England about the tragic fate of young Jennifer, who was taken to the Rose Garden Orphanage after her parents were killed in an airship accident. In this dilapidated building she encounters a group of children called the Aristocracy of the Red Crayon, who kidnap her and take her aboard an impossibly large zeppelin on a journey to a distant land. With help from Brown, her loyal canine companion, Jennifer must find valuable gifts for the Aristocracy or suffer fatal consequences. The game features intense melee combat against monsters, multiple endings and hidden extras.
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Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner - Soul Hackers

Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner - Soul Hackers (2013)

Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner - Soul Hackers is an RPG set in a futuristic world where technology and supernatural forces collide. The game takes place in Amami City, a cyberpunk metropolis with a dark undercurrent of occult activity. Players navigate the city through first-person dungeon-crawling and must battle demons to progress. Along the way, they uncover secrets about Amami City's hidden mysteries and face off against powerful enemies as they search for a way to save the city from its impending doom.
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Penumbra: Black Plague

Penumbra: Black Plague (2008)

Penumbra: Black Plague is a psychological horror video game developed by Paradox Interactive. Players take on the role of Philip, an intrepid explorer in search of his missing father. Set in a shadowy and underground complex, Philip must gather clues and solve puzzles while fighting off enemies and facing horrifying terrors that threaten to strip him of his sanity. Along the way he must confront fear itself as he strives to uncover the truth behind his father's disappearance. With intense combat sequences and mind-bending puzzles, Penumbra: Black Plague offers an immersive experience for players looking for thrilling horror adventure.
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Fatal Frame III: The Tormented

Fatal Frame III: The Tormented (2005)

Fatal Frame III: The Tormented is an interactive horror video game experience where the player takes on the role of Rei, a cursed young woman. As she suffers from guilt and tormented dreams, Rei is led into a formidable world where reality and nightmares are blurred together. In order to escape this nightmare, Rei must solve the mystery behind her tattoo. Fatal Frame III: The Tormented provides a terrifying virtual experience that has players coming back for more fear-inducing gameplay.
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Resident Evil 3

Resident Evil 3 (2020)

Resident Evil 3 follows the story of Jill Valentine, a former member of S.T.A.R.S., who is trying to uncover the truth behind strange disappearances in Racoon City and the shadowy Umbrella Corporation's involvement with them. With reports of a cannibal virus spreading through town and vicious dogs roaming the streets, Jill must fight her way to freedom from certain doom while being pursued by an extremely powerful enemy sent out by Umbrella to eliminate her. Despite overwhelming odds and danger lurking around every corner, she must find a way out before it's too late for herself and everyone else in Racoon City.
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The Devil Inside

The Devil Inside (2000)

The Devil Inside is a horror-themed video game from TalonSoft. Players take on the role of the star of a live Hollywood television show, investigating paranormal activity and uncovering dark secrets. The game was developed by Hubert Chardot, author of Alone In The Dark series, creating an eerie atmosphere throughout the experience. Players must use their wits to survive and overcome the horrors they encounter in order to reach their goal.
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Maid of Sker

Maid of Sker (2020)

Maid of Sker is a first-person survival horror video game set in an old hotel with a gory and macabre history from British folklore. Players must brave the nightmares of the Quiet Ones while trying to stay alive, all without making a sound or breathing. It's up to players to solve puzzles and find ways out of dangerous situations as they uncover secrets about the hotel's past.
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Dead State

Dead State (2014)

Dead State is a post-apocalyptic RPG set at the beginning of the zombie apocalypse. Players must organize a group of allies to survive, fortifying shelters, scavenging for food and supplies, and making uncertain alliances with other survivors. It features shelter building and management, turn-based tactical combat, reactive story/dialogue elements focusing on survival as well as recruiting new allies. The ultimate goal is to build an effective team capable of staying alive in this chaotic time where humanity teeters on the brink of extinction. Do you have what it takes?
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Natural Selection 2

Natural Selection 2 (2012)

Natural Selection 2 is a stand-alone video game available through Steam that is a revamped version of the Half-Life mod. The game features two unique sides, alien and marine, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Players can customize their characters to suit their playstyle or join one of several premade classes. Natural Selection 2 also includes a variety of maps that are designed for intense 5v5 battles between the two opposing teams. The game has been praised for its focus on teamplay and strategy, as well as its excellent visuals and sound design.
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Amnesia: The Dark Descent

Amnesia: The Dark Descent (2010)

Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a first-person survival horror video game in which the player takes on the role of an unnamed protagonist whose memories are slowly fading away into darkness. The only thing left for them to do is escape from their terrifying pursuer and survive whatever lies ahead. Players must explore and discover ways to progress through the nightmarish environments, all while experiencing intense immersion and fear as they make their way through this harrowing journey.
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Dino Crisis

Dino Crisis (2000)

In Dino Crisis, the player takes on the role of a covert operative sent to infiltrate an isolated research compound. However, something goes wrong during their mission and they find themselves pursued by a relentless prehistoric terror. In this Survival Horror video game, raw instinct and adrenaline take over as players must fight for survival while trying to escape from danger.
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The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes

The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes (2021)

The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes is a horror video game from the creators of Until Dawn. Players take control of five different characters, and each character's story will branch out based on their decisions made throughout the game. With multiple ways to play, including 2-player online coop mode and movie night mode for up to 4 friends, there are many paths to explore in this thrilling story. Each game in The Dark Pictures Anthology offers a complete and original story that can have different outcomes depending on the choices you make as a player.
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Back 4 Blood

Back 4 Blood (2021)

Back 4 Blood is a new, original video game from the same creators and development team behind the popular co-op shooter Left 4 Dead. It takes the best of what made Left 4 Dead so successful, such as its cooperative gameplay, and combines it with modern technology and additional features to create an even more exciting experience. Players will have access to cutting-edge graphics and game mechanics while still enjoying their favorite elements of classic zombie shooters.
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The Quarry

The Quarry (2022)

The Quarry is a thrilling video game with an iconic ensemble cast of Hollywood talent. Players take control of one of nine camp counselors, and face unimaginable choices as they try to survive the horrors that await them at Hackett's Quarry. Every decision shapes their unique story from a tangled web of possibilities as relationships build or break under the strain. Players can enjoy the horror with friends in online play, or together in a party couch co-op experience where each player picks a counselor and controls their actions. Movie Mode allows players to watch The Quarry as a cinematic thriller, while adjustable difficulty settings let players of any skill level enjoy the horror. Starring David Arquette, Ariel Winter, Brenda Song, Evan Evagora and more!
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Outlast

Outlast (2013)

Outlast is a horror video game set in the desolate mountains of Colorado. The player takes on the role of journalist Miles Upshur who has been tipped off by an inside source about the secretive activities going on at Mount Massive Asylum, recently re-opened by Murkoff Corporation's "research and charity" branch. Upon breaking into the facility, Miles discovers something walking a terrifying line between science and religion, nature and something entirely different. His only hope for escape lies with uncovering what lurks at the heart of Mount Massive.
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Resident Evil

Resident Evil (1996)

Resident Evil is a survival horror video game set in the fictional city of Raccoon City, which has been overrun by mutant beasts and zombies. Players take on the role of either Jill Valentine or Chris Redfield, members of S.T.A.R.S., a rescue squad sent to investigate an ominous mansion at the center of the disaster. As they explore and uncover secrets behind a genetic research facility, players must master an array of weapons while navigating their way through hordes of monsters and other horrors in order to make it out alive.
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Penumbra: Overture

Penumbra: Overture (2007)

Penumbra: Overture is an adventure game that stands out from the crowd due to its 3D engine and cutting-edge physics system. An immersive environment is created for players with natural mouse movements allowing them to open drawers, pull levers, pick up objects and more. The weapon system also differs from traditional games with swinging a melee weapon being done using the mouse for a more realistic feel of combat. Rather than relying on brute force, players are often better off using their wits when facing enemies as they can break down doors, use group co-ordination and interact with the physics. Penumbra: Overture keeps players on edge as they explore scary environments never knowing what lies behind each corner. Highly detailed graphics bring this world alive along with an intriguing story line making players feel part of it all as secrets are uncovered throughout gameplay.
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7 Days to Die

7 Days to Die (2016)

7 Days to Die is an open-world sandbox survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players are dropped into the harsh environment with very few resources and must scavenge, craft, and hunt for basic items needed to survive. They have to contend with natural elements such as cold, heat, hunger and thirst as well as wild animals that see them as prey. But the worst threat comes at night when fast-moving undead come out of hiding looking for human flesh. The game can be played alone or online through splitscreen, giving players a great deal of freedom in how they choose to survive this hostile environment.
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The Vanishing of Ethan Carter

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter (2014)

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a first-person story-driven mystery game focused on exploration and discovery. Players take on the role of private detective Paul Prospero, who must use his occult powers to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of young boy Ethan Carter and a dark ancient force lurking in Red Creek Valley. With its immersive atmosphere, detailed puzzles, and engaging story, The Vanishing of Ethan Carter offers players an unforgettable experience as they explore this unique world searching for clues to solve the case.
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The Evil Within

The Evil Within (2014)

The Evil Within is a horror-survival video game in which players take on the role of Detective Sebastian Castellanos. While investigating a mass murder, Sebastian and his partners encounter an evil force that kills his fellow officers and knocks him unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a world filled with horrific creatures and dead bodies that he must face if he hopes to survive. As he makes his way through this deranged world, Sebastian must unravel the mystery behind this powerful force in order to restore order and save himself from certain death.
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Condemned 2: Bloodshot

Condemned 2: Bloodshot (2008)

Condemned 2: Bloodshot is a first-person action thriller video game by Sega. Players take on the role of former Serial Crimes Unit investigator Ethan Thomas, who has been called back to duty to track down his missing partner. The player must use their deductive skills and brute force to hunt down sadistic serial killers in an environment filled with psychological terror. Combat utilizes firearms, blunt instruments and a new fighting system complete with defensive and offensive combo chains, grapples and holds for survival. To help track the killer, players can use high-tech forensic tools such as fingerprint scanners and cameras. Additionally, Condemned 2: Bloodshot introduces online multiplayer modes including deathmatch for added replayability.
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Resident Evil 0

Resident Evil 0 (2002)

Resident Evil 0 is a survival horror video game set in the fictional Raccoon City. Players take on the role of rookie cop Rebecca Chambers or escaped convict Billy Cowen as they investigate a series of grisly murders. Along the way, they must fight off zombies and solve challenging puzzles while uncovering the truth behind the killings. The new Partner Zapping System allows players to quickly switch between characters for added strategic options.
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Neverending Nightmares

Neverending Nightmares (2016)

Neverending Nightmares is a psychological horror video game created by developer Matt Gilgenbach, inspired by his own struggles with mental illness. Players take on the role of Thomas and explore his nightmares in an attempt to escape them. The game features a branching narrative which allows players to make choices that will have consequences for the story's outcome. Neverending Nightmares offers gamers an immersive experience full of suspense and fear as they uncover its secrets and discover what lies beyond their nightmares.
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Alone in the Dark

Alone in the Dark (2008)

Alone in the Dark is an action-packed video game that has been adapted to a "season-style format" of 30-40 minutes of gameplay per episode. To help players stay immersed and informed, each episode starts with a quick summary of the last one and ends with a cliffhanger to leave them wanting more. The game features state-of-the-art real time physics and environmental interaction for an immersive experience. Players will be kept on their toes as they battle through this thrilling survival experience.
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ZombiU

ZombiU (2012)

ZombiU is a Wii U video game that takes place in a post-apocalyptic London, where the human race has been infected with a deadly plague. Players must survive against hordes of zombies while navigating through the labyrinth of streets and underground tunnels. The game utilizes the new controller as well as other survival gear to help players make it out alive. As they scavenge for supplies and weapons, they must stay alert to avoid being attacked by the undead and eliminate any threats that stand in their way. With one chance at life, ZombiU will test players' determination and resourcefulness as they fight their way through this zombie Survival-Horror First Person Shooter experience.
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Killing Floor

Killing Floor (2009)

Killing Floor is a co-op survival horror game where up to 6 players can join an online mode or play solo. The objective of the game is for players, either alone or with friends, to cleanse each area of zombies in waves until they reach the last one - known as 'The Patriarch.' These enemies are actually specimens from a government program who have escaped and gone rogue. Players must use weapons such as chainsaws and rocket launchers to fend them off while also trying not to breach the Official Secrets Act 1911, 1920, 1989 by revealing too much information about their mission. In Killing Floor you will face hordes of zombies but ultimately it's your job to make them all go away!
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Alundra

Alundra (1997)

Alundra is an action-adventure game where the player takes on the role of Dreamwalker Alundra who is summoned to a troubled village. The aim of the game is to explore vast dungeons, find weapons and solve puzzles while fighting off enemies in order to save the village from great evil. Players must use their wits as well as combat skills in order to progress through this enthralling adventure and reach its satisfying conclusion.
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Dead by Daylight

Dead by Daylight (2016)

Dead by Daylight is an upcoming multiplayer horror game in which four players take on the role of Survivors, while one takes on the role of a Killer. The goal for the Survivors is to escape and avoid being caught, tortured and killed by the Killer. Death Is Not an Escape as they must outwit, outplay and outlast their opponent to survive.
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Slender: The Arrival

Slender: The Arrival (2013)

Slender: The Arrival is a popular horror video game created as the official continuation of Slender: The Eight Pages. It was developed by Blue Isle Studios in collaboration with the writers behind the Marble Hornets series, and features a brand new storyline and improved visuals. Players take on the role of Lauren, who must explore various environments to uncover clues about her friend Kate's disappearance while avoiding encounters with an unnerving entity known only as "The Slender Man". This spooky game offers intense suspense, jump scares and puzzles that will keep players on their toes until they discover what happened to poor Kate.
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Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi

Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi (2003)

Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi is a survival horror video game that combines intense first person shooter action with an atmospheric setting. Players must explore the gothic castle full of vampires, searching through its shadowy halls and dank dungeons to rescue their friends and family before time runs out. If they fail, an ancient supernatural being will be resurrected and threaten mankind. This thrilling game from iGames promises a unique experience filled with suspense and horror.
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