Horror Games

Step into the dark with our curated horror games category. Whether you crave tense survival, creeping psychological dread, or adrenaline-pumping jump scares, this collection brings together the best scary games across PC, console, mobile, and VR.

Why play horror games?

Horror games deliver immersive storytelling, high-stakes gameplay, and unforgettable atmospheres. They turn fear into a fun challenge — testing your nerve, problem-solving, and reflexes while delivering memorable moments you won’t forget.

Thrilling, emotional experiences you cant get elsewhere
Immersive worldbuilding and suspense-driven narratives
Strong replayability through branching paths, multiple endings, and hidden secrets

Types of horror games to explore

Discover the variety within the horror genre and find the style that scares you best:

Survival horror: Resource management, limited supplies, and tense encounters with enemies (classic examples and modern revivals).
Psychological horror: Mind-bending stories, unreliable narrators, and atmosphere over gore.
Jump-scare horror: Fast-paced moments designed to shock and startle for quick thrills.
Asymmetrical multiplayer horror: One powerful hunter versus multiple survivors in cat-and-mouse matches.
Indie horror: Innovative, experimental titles that push creative boundaries on a budget.
VR horror: Fully immersive experiences that place you directly in terrifying environments.

What to look for when choosing a horror game

Atmosphere: Lighting, sound design, and pacing create tension.
Story and lore: Strong narratives reward exploration and attention to detail.
Mechanics: Stealth, crafting, puzzles, or combat will shape the kind of fear you face.
Difficulty and accessibility: Adjustable settings and difficulty options help tailor the experience.

Tips for getting the most out of horror games

Play in a quiet, dark room with headphones to maximize immersion.
Use subtitles and brightness settings to catch story details without ruining ambience.
Start with story-driven or survival classics if you want a balanced introduction.
Take breaks — long play sessions can dull the emotional impact and make repeats less scary.
Try co-op or multiplayer options for a social twist on fear; being with friends changes the experience.

Playing with friends

Many horror fans prefer co-op or multiplayer to share scares and strategies. Look for games with:

Drop-in co-op or session-based matchmaking
Asymmetrical modes where one player becomes the antagonist
Voice chat support to communicate during tense moments

Platforms: where to play

PC: Most diverse library, mods, and graphics options
Console: Polished, controller-friendly experiences
Mobile: Bite-sized scares and experimental indie titles
VR: Unparalleled immersion — best for players ready to face intense fear

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Use filters to find the perfect scare: subgenre, difficulty, platform, multiplayer, and user ratings. New releases and indie gems are added regularly, so check back often for fresh nightmares.

Dare to play? Find your next terrifying adventure and see how long you can last in the dark.

What are the best free horror online games ?

Exhibit Of Sorrows: Explore a surreal clown-themed gallery in Exhibit Of Sorrows - solve looping puzzles, uncover secrets, and escape before the exhibit alters forever
The Freak Circus: Yandere dating sim: play a cafe waitress navigating obsession, dangerous clowns, and town disappearances in a sinister circus mystery
REPO: Co-op horror for up to 5 players—steal relics in monster-haunted sites using stealth, physics-based interactions, and proximity voice chat.
Granny 3: The Ultimate Escape Challenge: Granny 3: The Ultimate Escape Challenge — Outsmart traps, solve puzzles and escape a deadly house within 5 days in this intense horror stealth game.
The Visitor: The Visitor - a creepy point-and-click horror puzzle where an alien parasite consumes lifeforms to evolve into a deadly threat.
Ice Scream: Guide Jay through a creepy factory, solve puzzles, and outwit Rod in Ice Scream — a tense horror-adventure with multiple endings

What are the most popular horror online games ?

The Survey: The Survey — psychological horror where your answers to an eerie survey shape a unique, fear-driven narrative.
Five Nights at Shrek’s Hotel 2: Survive five terrifying nights at Shrek’s Hotel—use security cams to monitor Shrek, Donkey, Fiona and Puss in Boots.
Granny: Survive five days of stealth and puzzles to escape a sinister house while avoiding the deadly Granny
Amanda the Adventurer: Amanda the Adventurer - time-travel horror-puzzle where nostalgic VHS episodes turn sinister; answer right or face shocking jump scares.
Buckshot Roulette: Buckshot Roulette — a tense, shotgun-based Russian Roulette horror game where every spin could be your last (1–2 players).
That’s Not My Neighbor: Play That’s Not My Neighbor — 1955 horror where you vet visitors to stop shapeshifting doppelgangers from infiltrating a sinister apartment building.
Pou’s Revenge: A horror twist on Pou: care for your pet or face its terrifying transformation and deadly hauntings in Pou’s Revenge.
BloodMoney: Dark, quirky clicker where you inflict pain on Harvey to raise $25,000 for life-saving surgery — multiple endings, unsettling storytelling.