Whether you’re a seasoned survival horror fan or just looking for something spooky to play this October, horror games are more diverse, and more discoverable, than ever. From AAA psychological thrillers to cozy-but-creepy indies, the horror genre is no longer one-size-fits-all.
With Kodex, it’s easier than ever to uncover new favorites, track what you’re playing, and build your seasonal wishlist across every platform you game on.
Here are some of the best horror games to play this Halloween, broken down by vibe, platform, and scare level.
Psychological Horror: Mind Games & Slow-Burn Dread
For fans of story-driven tension, unreliable narration, and creeping paranoia.
Alan Wake 2
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
A masterclass in atmospheric horror. This sequel blends FBI investigation with twisted reality and survival gameplay. Perfect for long fall nights.
Silent Hill f
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
The game explores Hinako’s personal fears and struggles with growing up and arranged marriage through psychological horror, puzzles, and grotesque monsters rooted in Japanese folklore and the town’s hidden history.
Layers of Fear (Remake)
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
An unsettling dive into madness and artistic obsession, fully reimagined in Unreal Engine 5.
Multiplayer Chaos: Scare Your Friends (or Get Hunted)
For players who prefer their scares loud, fast, and unpredictable.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
A 3v4 asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience. Whether you’re escaping or doing the chasing, the tension never lets up.
Dead by Daylight
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Mobile
A modern multiplayer staple, now featuring licensed killers and survivor characters from Alien, Chucky, and Silent Hill.
The Outlast Trials
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
A co-op prequel to the Outlast series that ramps up the panic with team-based objectives and randomized terror.
Cozy-But-Creepy: Cute on the Surface, Sinister Underneath
For those who want eerie vibes without constant jump scares.
Little Misfortune
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
A beautifully illustrated narrative game with a dark sense of humor and tragic undertones.
Grave Seasons
Platforms: PC (Coming soon)
Imagine Stardew Valley… if the villagers were hiding something sinister. You’re a cryptozoologist sent to uncover who (or what) is behind local disappearances.
Don’t Scream
Platforms: PC
A found-footage horror experiment where you control a camera in real time — but if you scream (via mic detection), the game ends.
Hidden Gems: Underrated Horror Games You Might’ve Missed
Discovered by Kodex users, rising in popularity thanks to genre lovers and algorithm-fueled collections.
Fear and Hunger 2: Termina
Platforms: PC
A brutal indie horror RPG with a cult following. Permadeath, trauma systems, and a haunting soundtrack make this one for the hardcore.
Dredge
Platforms: PC, Switch, Xbox, PS5
A fishing game — but cursed. Beneath its chill surface is a dark, mysterious world of cosmic horror and unknowable sea creatures.
Silt
Platforms: PC, Switch, PS5
Explore a surreal underwater landscape filled with eerie machines and mind-bending puzzles.
Death Relives
Platforms: PC, Consoles
A first-person horror game based on Aztec mythology — blending ancient folklore with supernatural survival elements.
Discover Them All with Kodex
Whether you’re a horror superfan or just want something moody to match the season, Kodex makes it easy to:
● Sync your library across all platforms
● Add horror titles to your lists
● Explore curated horror collections
● Discover new titles with our AI
And with community ratings, discovery tools, and creator-curated lists, you’ll uncover gems that never show up on mainstream stores.
