Do you dare open the next door? For Halloween 2026, on October 31, we’ve rounded up horror and survival horror video games to push your nerves to the limit. Packed with tense atmospheres, chases, and spine-tingling encounters: choose what scares you most, whether you’re playing solo or with friends.
From accessible games with scary themes to genuinely terrifying or disturbing softs, there's something for everyone! But whatever the case, you're sure to have fun, and even be frightened. All the more reason to stay in front of your screen and plunge into the heart of horror with these terrifying games, this Halloween 2025!
And if you're not too keen on horror games, you can always check out our guide to new video games for October 2025.
October 2026 video game releases: the new titles to watch for on PC and consoles
October 2026’s video game releases are piling up across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with notable titles including Rayman, Ace Combat, Star Wars, Dragon’s Dogma, and Final Fantasy. Here are the month’s key new releases, grouped by profile, along with the calendar of dates to watch. [Read more]
A good reason to play, too, if you can't get out (at least if you can't). To your joysticks!
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is available, Rose Belmont heads off to hunt monsters in Paris
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has been available since October 15, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Evil Empire in collaboration with Konami and Motion Twin, this new 2D installment follows Rose Belmont through a Paris of 1499 overrun by Dracula’s creatures. [Read more]
Hellraiser Revival: The horror game is now available — our review
Hellraiser: Revival, a horror video game inspired by the universe created by Clive Barker, has been available since October 8, 2026 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Boss Team Games and published by Saber Interactive, this first-person survival-horror plunges players into a new story against the Cenobites, with Doug Bradley reprising his iconic role as Pinhead. [Read more]
Tenebris Somnia: a survival horror that merges retro gaming and cinema, now available
What if your nightmares weren’t…? Tenebris Somnia, a video game developed by Saibot Studios with director Andrés Borghi, has been available since October 16, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. A survival horror blending pixel art, 2D exploration, and live-action sequences. [Read more]
Silent Hill Townfall: Konami's survival horror is now available — our review
Silent Hill Townfall, developed by Screen Burn Interactive and published by Konami, lands on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series on September 24, 2026. Presented as a fresh entry in the horror saga, this survival-horror game unveils a story centered on Simon, a heavy atmosphere, and the exploration of the fog-blanketed town of St. Amélia. [Read more]
The Blood of Dawnwalker: Bandai's intriguing vampire video game is now available
Vampires are everywhere now! The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action-RPG developed by Rebel Wolves and published by Bandai Namco, is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series since September 3, 2026. An open-world dive into an alternate 14th century ruled by vampires. Ready to sink your fangs in? [Read more]
The Mound - Omen of Cthulhu: Lovecraft-inspired cooperative horror game now available
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a video game developed by ACE Team and published by NACON, is available since July 15, 2026 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series. This four-player cooperative horror game sends players on an expedition inspired by the universe of H. P. Lovecraft. [Read more]
October 2026 video game releases: the new titles to watch for on PC and consoles
