As we approach the end of 2025, spooky season is once again in full swing—and for many of us, that means diving headfirst into the supernatural side of video games. Horror games have never been healthier or more diverse than they are right now. From lavish AAA productions to tiny indie projects capable of burrowing under your skin in under an hour, the genre continues to evolve in fascinating ways. Each year brings new experiments in fear, atmosphere, and storytelling, while older classics endure thanks to timeless design and unforgettable scares.
This list represents more than two dozen of the best supernatural and horror games of all time, updated to reflect both recent standouts and enduring classics. It’s not ranked. Fear is subjective, after all. Some players crave relentless tension, others want narrative-driven dread, and many enjoy horror best when it’s mixed with dark humor or co-op chaos. The goal here isn’t to crown a single “scariest” game, but to showcase the breadth of what horror gaming can be at its best.
Whether you’re looking to be psychologically disturbed, narratively challenged, or simply scared out of your chair with friends, these games represent the genre at its finest.
Alan Wake 2
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: Remedy
Few modern horror games are as ambitious—or as confident—as Alan Wake 2. Remedy’s long-awaited sequel doesn’t just revisit its cult classic; it transforms it. The game weaves together two playable protagonists, dual realities, and multiple genres, blending survival horror with psychological thriller and live-action storytelling.
Its supernatural elements are deeply tied to its narrative, turning darkness itself into an enemy and language into a weapon. This is a horror game that demands attention, patience, and interpretation, rewarding players with one of the most daring stories ever told in the medium.
Alien: Isolation
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Xbox One, PS4, Xbox 360, PS3, PC
Release Year: 2014
Developer: Creative Assembly
Even more than a decade later, Alien: Isolation remains one of the most terrifying games ever made. Its brilliance lies in restraint. You are not a super-soldier—you are prey. The Xenomorph stalks you relentlessly, learning from your behavior, reacting dynamically, and turning every encounter into a nerve-shredding ordeal.
Its commitment to the atmosphere and tone of the original 1979 film is unparalleled, making this the definitive interactive Alien experience and a masterclass in sustained tension.
Tooth and Claw’s Horror Library
Platform: PC
Developer: Tooth and Claw
Sometimes the scariest horror comes in small doses. On itch.io, solo developer Dan McGrath, operating as Tooth and Claw, has quietly assembled one of the most impressive collections of experimental horror games available anywhere.
Titles like Incident at Grove Lake demonstrate an exceptional understanding of pacing, sound design, and psychological discomfort. These games may be short and free, but they punch far above their weight, proving that imagination often matters more than budget.
Amnesia: The Bunker
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: Frictional Games
Amnesia: The Bunker reinvents its franchise by embracing replayability and systemic horror. Set in a World War I bunker, the game traps players with a monstrous presence that adapts and hunts dynamically.
Scarcity defines the experience. Resources are limited, light is precious, and safety is never guaranteed. It’s one of the purest examples of survival horror in modern gaming, and arguably the scariest entry in the Amnesia series.
The Mortuary Assistant
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch
Release Year: 2022
Developer: Darkstone Digital
What makes The Mortuary Assistant so effective is its grounded premise. Before the ghosts arrive, the horror begins with the mundane reality of working in a mortuary—preparing bodies, handling tools, and confronting death directly.
The supernatural intrusions escalate subtly, creating a sense of paranoia that lingers even between scares. Multiple endings and procedural events ensure no two playthroughs feel the same, making it deeply unsettling long after the credits roll.
Dead Space (2023)
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: EA Motive
This remake of Dead Space sets a new standard for how classic horror games should be modernized. Rather than simply updating visuals, EA Motive rebuilt the experience with seamless environments, improved storytelling, and adaptive difficulty.
The Ishimura feels more alive—and more hostile—than ever, and the grotesque Necromorphs remain some of the most disturbing enemy designs in gaming history.
Little Nightmares
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Switch, Xbox One, PS4
Release Year: 2017
Developer: Tarsier Studios
Little Nightmares captures the feeling of a childhood nightmare with uncanny precision. Its grotesque environments and distorted characters feel both whimsical and horrifying, evoking fairy tales filtered through dread.
The game relies heavily on visual storytelling, allowing players to interpret its horrors rather than explain them outright. It’s proof that horror doesn’t need dialogue to be unforgettable.
The Outlast Trials
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: Red Barrels
By introducing co-op into the Outlast formula, The Outlast Trials takes a risk—and largely succeeds. The series’ trademark cruelty remains intact, but the shared experience adds moments of chaotic humor alongside terror.
Played solo, it’s still brutally frightening. Played with friends, it becomes a unique blend of screams, laughter, and shared trauma.
Phasmophobia
Platform: PC
Release Year: 2020
Developer: Kinetic Games
Phasmophobia redefined multiplayer horror. Armed with ghost-hunting tools but no real means of defense, players must identify paranormal entities while surviving escalating hauntings.
Its voice recognition system is a stroke of genius, allowing ghosts to react to what players say out loud. Few games blur the line between player and character as effectively as this one.
The Complex: Expedition
Platform: PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: pgWave
Liminal space horror has exploded in popularity, but The Complex: Expedition stands above the rest. It captures the uncanny emptiness of forgotten places with remarkable visual and audio design.
The game thrives on ambiguity. You are never fully sure where you are, why you’re there, or what might be watching you—and that uncertainty is its greatest strength.
Resident Evil 2 (2019)
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Year: 2019
Developer: Capcom
Capcom’s remake of Resident Evil 2 is a masterclass in modern survival horror. The Raccoon City Police Department is a maze of dread, and Mr. X’s relentless pursuit elevates tension to near-unbearable levels.
It perfectly balances nostalgia with innovation, making it one of the most accessible and terrifying entries in the long-running franchise.
Signalis
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Year: 2022
Developer: Rose-engine
Signalis channels classic survival horror through a lo-fi, retro-futuristic lens. Its pixel art aesthetic belies a deeply unsettling atmosphere and emotionally charged story.
Rather than overwhelming players with jump scares, the game sustains a constant sense of unease, making every step feel precarious.
SOMA
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Xbox One, PS4, PC
Release Year: 2015
Developer: Frictional Games
SOMA is horror in the existential sense. Set in an underwater research facility, the game explores identity, consciousness, and the nature of humanity.
Its monsters are terrifying, but its ideas are even more disturbing. Few games leave players questioning themselves quite like SOMA does.
Until Dawn
Platforms: PS4, PS5
Release Year: 2015
Developer: Supermassive Games
A playable slasher film, Until Dawn combines cinematic storytelling with player choice. Every decision matters, and every character can live—or die—based on your actions.
It’s horror as spectacle, but done with surprising depth and replayability.
Sylvio 2
Platform: PC
Release Year: 2017
Developer: Stroboskop
One of horror gaming’s best-kept secrets, Sylvio 2 centers on paranormal audio analysis. Listening to distorted recordings and uncovering hidden voices is deeply unsettling, especially when played with headphones in the dark.
Its realism makes the supernatural feel uncomfortably plausible.
Observation
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Year: 2019
Developer: No Code
In Observation, you play as an AI overseeing a space station plagued by mysterious events. The perspective shift alone is enough to set it apart, but it’s the slow-burn narrative that truly shines.
The game’s ending is haunting, thought-provoking, and impossible to forget.
The Blackout Club
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4
Release Year: 2018
Developer: Question
A co-op stealth-horror game about uncovering a suburban cult, The Blackout Club thrives on tension and teamwork. Silence is survival, and panic is contagious.
It’s a criminally underrated gem that rewards careful play and communication.
Lethal Company
Platform: PC
Release Year: 2023
Developer: Zeekerss
Few games blend fear and humor as effectively as Lethal Company. Its proximity chat and unpredictable monsters create moments of genuine terror punctuated by laughter.
It proves that co-op horror doesn’t need to sacrifice scares for fun.
The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners
Platform: VR
Release Year: 2020
Developer: Skydance Interactive
This is the gold standard for VR horror. Its tactile combat, open-ended levels, and constant resource pressure make every encounter intense.
It’s not just one of the best horror games in VR—it’s one of the best VR games ever made.
Silent Hill 2 Remake
Platforms: PS5, PC
Release Year: 2024
Developer: Bloober Team
Against expectations, Bloober Team delivered a faithful yet bold remake of a horror classic. The psychological weight of Silent Hill 2 remains intact, bolstered by modern visuals and sound design.
It’s oppressive, beautiful, and emotionally devastating.
Slay the Princess – The Pristine Cut
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch
Release Year: 2023
Developer: Black Tabby Games
This visual novel isn’t traditionally scary, but it’s profoundly unsettling. Its branching narrative explores choice, control, and perception in ways few games attempt.
It’s horror through philosophy and self-reflection.
Final Thoughts
Horror games are uniquely suited to the medium’s strengths. Interactivity turns fear into something personal—something you cause, endure, and remember. The games on this list represent decades of experimentation, innovation, and courage from developers willing to push boundaries.
Whether you’re revisiting classics or discovering new nightmares, these supernatural games remind us why horror remains one of gaming’s most powerful and enduring genres. As the nights grow longer, there’s never been a better time to be afraid.