Top Horror Games

Top horror games at TGC cover survival horror, psychological scares and supernatural mysteries on PS5, Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch 2. You will find remakes of well-loved classics, big-budget sequels and smaller, stranger releases, so there is something for every level of nerve. If you already know your console, the PS5 horror games and Xbox Series X horror games pages narrow the list down.

Some of these games reward careful exploration and scarce resources, while others lean on action, so check the style before you buy. If you collect physical PS5 games, there is plenty here to fill the shelf, and Switch 2 owners can look through the full range of Nintendo Switch 2 games for more scares on the go. Recent additions include Silent Hill: Townfall Day One Edition on PS5 and Halloween: The Game on Xbox Series X.

How to choose a horror game

Start with the kind of fear you enjoy. Survival horror, such as the Resident Evil series, has you managing ammunition and health while something keeps coming after you. Psychological horror leans on atmosphere, puzzles and story, and suits slower evenings with the lights down. Horror ratings vary, so check the age rating on each product page before buying for someone else. The same title is not always available on every console, so confirm the platform too. For more seasonal frights, take a look at Halloween Terrors.

Getting the sound right

Audio does a lot of the work in horror, and a good set of gaming headsets makes footsteps and distant noises much harder to ignore. On PlayStation, a spare pad from our PS5 controllers range is handy when a friend wants a turn.

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