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Horror games and October just fit together perfectly, don’t they? Last year, I put together a calendar of horror games launching in October, and you all really seemed to enjoy it. Since it was so useful and honestly a blast to write, I’m back with another one for 2025. If you’re a horror fan like me, this calendar should keep your gaming schedule packed for the entire month.
This year’s list has something extra I’m not just covering October releases. I’m also including some of 2025‘s standout horror games that launched earlier in the year. This means you’ll get a mix of recent hits and overlooked gems before we dive into what’s actually dropping this October. I’m also highlighting some exciting new horror demos you can play right now if you want to add games to your wishlist beyond Halloween.
With all that said, here are all the new horror games to play for Halloween 2025.
If you’re trying to catch up on what you’ve missed so far this year, there’s quite a bit to cover.
Major horror releases stayed quiet for most of the year, but the last few months brought several noteworthy titles that generated significant buzz in the horror gaming community.
This marks Bloober Team’s first game following their Silent Hill 2 remake success. The third person survival horror experience has helped solidify Bloober Team as a trusted name in modern horror gaming. Set in a brutal post apocalyptic world, you play as The Traveler fighting grotesque creatures in a time bending narrative. The body horror elements stand out particularly, with enemies that can merge with fallen corpses to become even more dangerous. Fire becomes your primary tool for permanently dispatching foes.
This standalone expansion launched and surprised many by being arguably the best Dying Light experience to date. Why? It’s genuinely the scariest and most unforgiving entry in the franchise. Kyle Crane returns after 13 years of captivity, and the game doesn’t hold back on atmosphere or tension. The super charged volatiles create genuine dread during night sequences, while enhanced gunplay and a focused 18 hour story keep the experience tight. For survival horror enthusiasts, this represents everything the series should be.
Perhaps the biggest release of them all, Silent Hill f moved the legendary series out of America and into 1960s Japan. Playing as Hinako in an abandoned Japanese village, you experience a story that feels both classically Silent Hill while doing so much new. The bloodied sakura blossoms create unforgettable imagery, and the new monster designs tap into distinctly Japanese horror aesthetics. The game successfully transports the franchise’s psychological horror DNA into a completely fresh setting.
At the end of September, we got a new Alien game well, sort of. This takes the formerly VR only experience and reimagines it for traditional screens. The original Meta Quest version had visual downgrades and enemy AI issues, but both have been improved for this release. If you’re a fan of Alien: Isolation style xenomorph encounters, this updated version is worth checking out.
If you keep up with all the major horror releases and want something more under the radar, here’s a rundown of indie horror games worth your time. They didn’t wait for spooky season to launch, but they make excellent picks for Halloween gaming marathons.
This one finally debuted and delivers a strange haunted house story that goes places you absolutely cannot predict. The P.T. influence is clear, but Luto takes those concepts in wildly unexpected directions. Without spoiling anything, prepare for narrative twists that challenge your assumptions about what kind of horror game you’re playing.
A grimy horror action hybrid that evokes films like Upgrade. This leaves you feeling uncomfortable but oddly satisfied. The body horror elements don’t pull punches, and the visceral combat creates a uniquely nauseating experience. It’s not traditional horror, but it burrows under your skin effectively.
Imagine Papers, Please set in a world of creepy monsters disguised as humans. Your job? Don’t let the impostors through. As if someone knocking on my door wasn’t already unnerving enough. The paranoia builds with every decision, creating tension from simple gameplay loops.
A love letter to PS1 style horror games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. While many retro inspired horror games aim for the PS2 era, Heartworm deliberately went further back. The killer soundtrack alone justifies the experience, keeping you immersed in that classic aesthetic. For fans of retro horror gaming, this hits the right notes.
This one is far from traditional horror. Essentially a climbing simulator where you’re trapped in a dystopian facility that seems designed to kill you. No monsters chase you the environment itself becomes the threat. The verticality and constant danger of falling create a unique form of tension.
Basically 2.5D State of Decay. For some, that description is enough. This tough and immersive zombie sim expects you to die repeatedly. Resource management, base building, and permadeath mechanics create genuine stakes for every action. The day night cycle forces smart planning.
An isolating horror story that drops you alone in a department store during a storm. Entities move only when you’re not looking at them. It taps into one of horror gaming’s most effective feelings that something is right behind you. The environmental storytelling and atmosphere create persistent dread.
A partially live action horror story about being an actor. Even if you can’t relate to that profession, the game puts you effectively into the protagonist’s mindset through terrific acting performances and a genuinely harrowing narrative. The blend of live action and gameplay creates an interesting hybrid experience.
Cosmic horror with a retro visual style that leaves you thinking about its meaning long after finishing. It plays like a fever dream not scary in traditional jump scare ways, but evocative and nightmarish. The short but trippy experience sticks with you.
We can’t overlook the many Lethal Company inspired games that debuted in 2025. This year saw numerous co-op horror games sending you to explore creepy locations together, all stemming from Lethal Company’s late 2024 success.
Darkwater sends you and your crew to operate and repair a submarine deep underwater.
R.E.P.O. sends you into haunted houses to collect scrap for selling.
The Headliners casts you as photojournalists during a Cloverfield style alien attack.
Each is fun in different ways. R.E.P.O. might be the strongest overall, but they all scratch slightly different itches. I find myself returning to all of them (plus Lethal Company itself) at different times. For players interested in multiplayer horror experiences, these represent the genre’s current evolution.
Before we get to actual October 2025 releases, a few more games deserve highlighting. These won’t be ready for full release this Halloween, but you can play portions of them through free demos on Steam.
A psychedelic horror story set in a dystopian city where people who fall asleep tend to disappear. It comes from a creative partnership between Cory Davis (Spec Ops: The Line) and Nine Inch Nails’ Robin Finck. The demo showcases a unique vision blending surreal horror with grounded dystopian elements.
Reminds me of F.E.A.R. with its mix of monsters and first person gunplay. The game reportedly has military sim level dedication to combat tactics, creating an intriguing horror premise. The demo lets you experience how tactical shooting blends with supernatural threats.
A concept I truly love. You’ll explore a series of VHS tapes in a creepy apartment abandoned by your brother. Each tape leads you into a different era of horror movie history, pulling you through time. The meta narrative possibilities are fascinating.
A co-op game where you run a convenience store and must keep out monsters disguised as humans. It’s both creepy and fun, tapping into those same paranoid feelings as No, I’m Not a Human but with multiplayer chaos added.
A first person shooter baked in Spanish iconography. It feels like a middle ground between Resident Evil 4 and BioShock maybe a game blend you didn’t know you wanted. The demo shows promising action horror mechanics with distinctive visual style.
Release Date: October 9
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
This one has been on watchlists for a while. The incredible art style evokes classic Disney animations, but the horror story at its root makes it feel more like a Grimm’s Fairy Tales chapter. After years of waiting, this unique visual experience finally debuts in the first half of October.
Release Date: October 9
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
Four years since Little Nightmares 2, we’re finally getting the next installment in this super creepy series. This one adds co-op so a friend can experience the scares with you. While Tarsier Studios won’t be developing it, Supermassive Games takes over, which should maintain the series’ quality given their horror expertise.
Release Date: October 9
Platforms: PC
Another nauseating horror game from DreadXP’s catalog. The Lacerator traps you in a dungeon with a killer who routinely removes your limbs as you attempt escape. It’s not for everyone, but it delivers intense body horror for those who can handle it.
Release Date: October 21
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One
An RPG long in development, this is more horror adjacent than pure horror, but that’s often enough. After development struggles, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs veterans The Chinese Room brought it across the finish line. Set in moody Seattle, expect one part vampire action RPG and one part neo noir murder mystery. For RPG horror fans, this represents a significant release.
Release Date: October 22
Platforms: PC
This offers a fascinating look at video game development processes. It’s partly a prototype for In Sound Mind (a horror game from 2021), but plays so differently and tells its own story that it merits a separate playthrough. Before developer We Make Stuff releases Nightmare House, you can see where the studio originated from.
Release Date: October 23
Platforms: PC
There are many Backrooms games on Steam, but Escape the Backrooms is perhaps the most popular. It’s getting its 1.0 launch just in time for Halloween. This co-op horror game takes players to dozens of iconic locations from the liminal horror and Backrooms specific subgenres a big deal for many modern horror fans.
Release Date: October 23
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
The original Tormented Souls was heavily inspired by classic Resident Evil games. Its sequel looks to deliver more of those specific experiences fixed camera angles, combat soaked in desperation, and careful ammo conservation. The first game garnered a cult following, so it’ll be interesting seeing where the series goes as it establishes itself in survival horror history.
Release Date: October 27
Platforms: PC
This detective game is set in a creepy hotel where everyone is a suspect. Its distinct art style looks like a classic cartoon or comic book full of paranormal, occult, and macabre elements. The game also unfolds on a timer, meaning you’ll catch some clues you’re present for while risking missing events happening elsewhere in the manor.
Release Date: October 28
Platforms: PC
This should appeal to players who enjoyed Alien: Isolation or Amnesia: The Bunker. You’re trapped on a ship with a roaming monster that reacts to your actions. It’s a deadly game of hide and seek meant to set up a wider story universe for future installments.
Release Date: October 31
Platforms: PC, PS5 (exclusive physical edition)
There’s always something launching on Halloween itself. This year, that’s Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic. Though already available digitally, you can grab the physical disc for PS5 on the month’s final day. Unlike the original FNAF games, this is one of few entries switching perspectives to become a first person horror experience.
October 2025 represents one of the strongest Halloween gaming seasons in recent memory. The combination of major franchise entries, innovative indie releases, and the continued growth of co-op horror creates exceptional variety for horror fans.
We’re also seeing developers more willing to experiment. The success of Lethal Company inspired creative variations rather than simple clones. The indie scene continues pushing boundaries with genre blending experiences that challenge expectations.
Horror gaming accessibility has never been better. Whether you prefer Roblox horror experiences for casual scares or deep narrative adventures like Silent Hill f, options exist across every platform and budget.
Based on years of horror gaming experience, here are tips for maximizing your Halloween sessions:
Mix your experiences – Alternate between action horror and atmospheric games to avoid burnout. Following intense combat with contemplative exploration helps maintain engagement.
Know your limits – Horror games can be genuinely stressful. Take breaks when needed. There’s no shame in stepping away when anxiety peaks.
Set the mood – Dim lighting, good headphones, and minimal distractions enhance horror significantly. These games are designed with specific atmospheres in mind.
Try co-op – If solo horror proves too intense, the Lethal Company style games offer scares with the safety net of friends.
Explore different eras – Balance new releases with classics. Horror gaming has a rich history worth revisiting.
Several exciting horror games launch after Halloween. Resident Evil Requiem arrives February 2025, Alien: Isolation 2 is in development, and Silent Hill Townfall from No Code remains on the horizon. The horror gaming calendar stays full well beyond spooky season.
The genre continues evolving with developers understanding fear comes in many forms. From pure survival horror to psychological thrillers, action horror hybrids to atmospheric exploration 2025 showcases the genre’s vitality and range.
Little Nightmares 3 (October 9) headlines the month with co-op gameplay. Other notable releases include Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 (October 21), Tormented Souls 2 (October 23), and Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic physical edition (October 31).
Silent Hill f (September release), Dying Light: The Beast (August release), and Cronos: The New Dawn represent major releases from earlier this year. For indie experiences, try Luto, Heartworm, Pigface, or Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days.
Yes, Steam offers free demos for Sleep Awake, Beneath, Dead Format, Shift at Midnight, and Crisol: Theater of Idols. These let you experience portions of upcoming games before their full releases.
R.E.P.O. leads the Lethal Company inspired games, though Darkwater and The Headliners offer equally compelling experiences. The Outlast Trials and Dead by Daylight remain excellent choices for asymmetrical and co-op horror.
Silent Hill f delivers compelling narrative with its 1960s Japan setting and psychological horror elements. Dying Light: The Beast also impresses with its focused 18 hour story featuring Kyle Crane’s return.
2025 combines major franchise returns (Silent Hill, continued Resident Evil presence), robust indie innovation, and the maturation of co-op horror. The variety spans AAA blockbusters to experimental indies, creating unprecedented options across all platforms.
This depends on preference. Solo play delivers intense personal horror, while co-op games like R.E.P.O. or Little Nightmares 3 provide shared scares with teammate support. Many games offer both modes, letting you choose your experience.
Halloween 2025 delivers an exceptional horror gaming lineup across every subgenre and platform. Whether you want unique horror experiences or prefer established franchises, something here will satisfy your craving for digital scares.
The indie scene particularly deserves recognition for taking risks and delivering innovative experiences AAA studios often avoid. Games like Luto, Pigface, and Eclipsium prove you don’t need massive budgets to create memorable horror.
As October continues, this list represents comprehensive coverage of new horror games worth your time. The horror gaming community remains vibrant, with developers responding by creating increasingly sophisticated experiences.
Grab your controller, dim the lights, and prepare for genuinely unforgettable horror gaming this Halloween season. Whether battling zombies, solving paranormal mysteries, or simply surviving until dawn, 2025 offers something special for every horror fan.
