Valve has announced its themed sale events for the first half of 2027 on Steam, promising a slew of discounts and promotions. From horror games to indie titles, multiple themes will drive the sales schedule. Gamers can expect significant savings across various genres throughout the first six months of the year.
Director Curry Barker, riding the success of Obsession, confirms he's in no hurry to produce Obsession 2, opting for a careful approach to the sequel. With Obsession surpassing $286.49 million globally on a $750,000 budget, Barker prioritizes quality over haste. Meanwhile, he's set to helm a new The Texas Chainsaw Massacre chapter, aiming to bring a fresh, frightening experience to a new generation.
Get ready for more chilling experiences as The Obsessive Shadow Chapter 2 announces its upcoming release on PC VR, PlayStation VR2, and Meta Quest. Building upon the survival horror foundations of its predecessor, this new chapter promises to intensify the frights with enhanced VR capabilities. Players can expect a deeper dive into psychological terror across next-gen VR platforms.
This week, four more Backrooms-themed games joined the over 500 related titles on Steam, highlighting a surge in both creative interpretations and low-effort cash-ins. With at least 150 playable games amidst the crowd, finding a gem requires caution. Publisher Secret Mode's curated event offers a beacon of hope amidst the chaos.
Dead Space fans hoping for a fourth installment face disappointment as series writer and producer Chuck Beaver states "the numbers just aren't there" to support its development, citing the franchise's inability to meet the increasingly high sales thresholds required by EA. Despite selling over 2 million copies, the 2023 Dead Space remake did not perform well enough to justify a sequel. The news underscores the challenges horror games face in achieving the broad commercial success needed to sustain long-running series.
Discover how Resident Evil Requiem's director, Koshi Nakanishi, envisions the future of iconic character Leon Kennedy, potentially returning even at 70. Learn how the game balances Leon's aging with humor and horror elements, and what this means for the series' approach to character longevity. With a mix of intense action sequences, like motorbike chases through Raccoon City, and reflective moments, Leon's role in Resident Evil Requiem sets a compelling precedent.
Little Nightmares VR Altered Echoes brings horror to new heights on VR, offering surreal levels and creepy monsters—perfect for fans and newcomers alike.
Indie horror game Amygdala: Prelude has been stuck in Steam approval for three years, leaving developers frustrated as they watch others release their games.
Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil film promises a faithful adaptation with practical effects and a focus on resource management, releasing September 18, …
