Horrorgames had a solid outing in 2024, with titles ranging from AAA games likeSenua’s Sage: Hellblade 2and theUntil Dawn Remaketo indie horror games likeCrow CountryandFear the Spotlight. Out of all the horror games released in 2024, none was likely as exciting asBloober Team’sSilent Hill 2 Remake, which revived the beloved franchise in a huge way, going on to earn several nominations at The Game Awards 2024. While the horror gaming line-up for 2025 isn’t as clear yet as some would hope, there still seems to be a lot of solid games for fans to sink their teeth into in the new year.
Thehorror game genreis in somewhat of a state of limbo at the moment, with a steady stream of massive titles releasing in recent years and a variety of highly anticipated titles still without release dates. This in-between period can still be an exciting time for horror game fans, especially with several brand-new projects on the horizon. While 2025 might be a stronger year in terms of horror game news than actual releases, there should still be plenty available to send shivers down players' spines.
Major Horror Games Slated for a 2025 Release
Major Upcoming Horror Games Without Release Dates
While most 2025 horror games currently lack a firm release date, there are several standout games that should be released next year. Beyond the coming year, there are even more highly anticipated titles in the pipeline that will likely receive some sort of update in 2025. Although the future of the horror game genre seems a bit unclear, the foundation has been laid for 2025 to still be a great time to be a fan of the genre.
Resident Evil 9 May Get a Reveal in 2025
Resident Evil 9 Rumors Will Likely Come to a Head
TheResident Evilfranchise is a pillar of the horror game genre as one of its foundational series, and all eyes are on Capcom to announce what fans can expect from the series next. Following 2021’sResident Evil Villageand 2023’sResident Evil 4 Remake, 2025 seems to align with the release schedule for a new entry in the series. However,Capcom has remained tight-lipped aboutResident Evil 9’s developmentbeyond confirmation that it is in production withResident Evil 7: Biohazarddirector Koshi Nakanishi at the helm.
A lack of concrete details aboutResident Evil 9hasn’t stopped the rumor mill from firing on all cylinders over the past year.Resident Evil 9rumors and leaksinclude details like the return of Leon Kennedy and Jill Valentine as protagonists, to an open-world map set on an island in the South Pacific. Even ifResident Evil 9isn’t released in 2025, the increasing number of leaks and rumors surrounding the title suggest fans could at least be in for an official reveal in the coming year.
Konami Could Provide Updates on Silent Hill f and Silent Hill Townfall
After the Silent Hill 2 Remake, the Series Could Carry the Hype into 2025
Along withResident Evil, another titan of classic horror games is back at the forefront of the genre again with theSilent Hill 2 Remakereviving Konami’s dormant series. In addition to theSilent Hill 2 Remake, Konami has announced more projects from the series are in the works withSilent Hill fandSilent Hill Townfall. While little is known about these titles, 2025 seems like the perfect year to capitalize on the hype fromSilent Hill 2and provide fans with an update on the progress of these brand-new entries.
Bloober Team is Poised for Another Big Year in 2025
Multiple Projects from Bloober Team Are in Development
After the very positive receptionSilent Hill 2received in 2024, developer Bloober Team has made a name for itself in the horror gaming community. With multiple projects from the developer on the horizon, 2025 could be a big year for the studio if these can capture the same level of acclaim theSilent Hill 2 Remakedid. One titleBloober Team has slated for a 2025 release isCronos: The New Dawn, which looks to draw inspiration from series likeDead SpaceandResident Evil. The other major title Bloober Team has in the works is a mysterious collaboration with Nintendo known only as “Project M,” which will hopefully have a light shed on it in 2025.
Bloober Team also has two unnamed projects in development: “Project C” and “Project R,” in partnership with Private Division and Skybound Entertainment, respectively.
Dead By Daylighthas become renowned for its big-name collaborations, which include additions fromAlan Wake,Dungeons and Dragon,Tomb Raider, andCastlevaniain 2024. The asymmetrical horror multiplayer game is set to receive what could be some of its biggest collaborations yet in 2025, with the year starting with a Junji Ito crossover, as well as the highly-anticipatedFive Nights at Freddy’s crossovercoming sometime in Summer 2025 as well. While it’s not yet known what these crossovers will entail, fans can likely expect to see new killers and survivors from these respective collaborations.
The Dark Pictures Anthology is Set to Kick Off Season 2 with Directive 8020
Supermassive Games is Dipping its Toes into the Sci-Fi Horror Genre
AfterThe Dark Pictures Anthologycapped off its first season of games with the release ofThe Devil in Mein 2022, many fans were left wondering what would be in store for season 2. The first game of this upcoming season,Directive 8020, is set for a 2025 release, though the specific date is unknown. The game will star Lashana Lynchand features a real-time alien threat inspired by the likes ofThe Thingand theAlienfranchise.
Kojima Productions' OD Might See an Update
The Bizarre Horror Title from Hideo Kojima Still Has Major Questions Surrounding It
Renowned gaming auteur Hideo Kojima could be delivering fans a massive 2025 withDeath Stranding 2: On the Beachplanned to release next year. However, the more exciting title for horror fans will likely beKojima Productions’OD, which was first revealed at The Game Awards 2023. Although little is known about the game beyond its initial live-action reveal trailer, Kojima promises that the game will produce an entirely new kind of media—a tantalizing prospect that will hopefully be elaborated upon in 2025.
2025 Should Continue to Be Exciting for Indie Horror Game Fans
The Indie Horror Scene Should Thrive Once Again in 2025
The backbone of the horror gaming community is its indie developers, with dozens of indie horror titles filling fans with terror each year. There are already some intriguing indie horror titles slated for a 2025 release, includingTenebris Somniafrom New Blood Interactive—the publisher behind games likeFaith: The Unholy Trinity,Dusk, andGloomwood.Post Traumais another 2025 indie horror title fans should keep an eye on after its release was delayed out of 2024 and into the new year.
Silent Hill 2
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Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.High-end Graphics and SoundWith ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you’ll feel like you’re standing in the thick of it.Larger EnvironmentsExplore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.Over-the-shoulder CameraThe remake moves from the original’s fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.Evolved Combat GameplayFamiliar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
