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Enter The Survival Horror

Welcome to your new hub for all aspects of survival horror! Here, we recognize that survival horror as a genre is often misunderstood, with many games mislabeled or overlooked. That’s why we’re dedicated to setting the record straight and celebrating the true essence of survival horror.

survival-horrors-this-website-contains-games-with-explicit-violence-and-gore

Enter The Survival Horror

Welcome to your new hub for all aspects of survival horror! Here, we recognize that survival horror as a genre is often misunderstood, with many games mislabeled or overlooked. That’s why we’re dedicated to setting the record straight and celebrating the true essence of survival horror.

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Upcoming Survival Horror Games

Post Trauma

Post Trauma

Post Trauma is a horror game inspired by genre-defining classics of the past decades. Play as Roman, a middle-aged train conductor trapped in a terrifying twisted reality. Explore the unknown, unravel mysteries, and try to survive the unspeakable horrors that lurk in these threatening surroundings.

Developed by: RED SOUL GAMES

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Tormented Souls II

Tormented Souls II

Caroline Walker is back in an award-winning classic survival horror sequel. Explore eerie monasteries and other nightmarish locations. Brace yourself and confront terrifying creatures armed only with makeshift weapons as you desperately try to rescue your cursed sister.

Developed by: Dual Effect

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Cronos: The New Dawn

Cronos: The New Dawn

Cronos: The New Dawn is a pulse-pounding, third-person survival horror game that throws you into the heart of a deadly struggle against overwhelming foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of a twisted time travel story.

Developed by: Bloober Team S.A

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Directive 8020

Directive 8020

Earth is dying and humanity is running out of time. 12 light years from home, Tau Ceti f offers a small sliver of hope. When the colony ship Cassiopeia crash lands on the planet, its crew soon realize they are far from being alone. In space, death takes many forms.

Developed by: Supermassive Games

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Dead of Darkness

Dead of Darkness

Dead of Darkness is a 2D survival-horror action-adventure. Investigate a mysterious island and unravel its disturbing secret. You’ll have to face grotesque creatures, hurdle deadly traps, solve puzzles, and most importantly, survive.

Developed by: Retrofiction Games

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Survival Horror Historical Timeline (1992 - Present)

This timeline traces the evolution of survival horror games, beginning with the genre-defining release of Alone in the Dark in 1992. Widely regarded as the first true 3D survival horror game, Alone in the Dark set the standard with its blend of atmospheric horror, puzzle-solving, and combat. The timeline showcases key milestones in the genre’s development, as well as notable indie contributions. Explore the history of survival horror and see how each game built upon its predecessors, shaping the terrifying experiences we recognize today.

Alone in the dark

Developer: Infogrames

Release Date: 1992-09-01

Unlike most games in 1992, which were predominantly 2D, Alone in the Dark used 3D polygonal character models combined with pre-rendered backgrounds and fixed camera angles. The gameplay in Alone in the Dark emphasized strategic survival, encouraging players to avoid combat when possible, solve intricate puzzles, and manage limited resources like weapons and health. This blend of evasion, exploration, and careful resource management created a tense, atmospheric experience. The features introduced in Alone in the Dark would shape survival horror for decades, becoming defining elements of the genre and now recognized as hallmarks of classic survival horror gameplay.

Clock Tower (1995)

Developer: Human Entertainment

Release Date: 1995-09-14

Clock Tower is a 2D point-and-click survival horror game that prioritizes hiding and evasion over combat. Much of Clock Tower’s plot and artistic style are inspired by the 1985 movie “Phenomena” directed by Dario Argento. Clock Tower would go on to influenced later titles such as Haunting Ground 2005 and contributed to the genre’s focus on tension and vulnerability.

 

Resident Evil

Developer: Capcom

Release Date: 1996-03-22

Resident Evil is a landmark in survival horror, popularizing the gameplay first seen in Alone in the Dark. Its fixed camera angles, limited resources, and iconic zombie encounters set new standards. The game’s success paved the way for future horror titles and established “Resident Evil” as a genre-defining franchise.