5 Horror Video Games Worth Playing on the XBox Series X
If you’re looking for some fantastic horror games to play on your Xbox Series X, you’re in luck. There are plenty of titles that will make your blood run cold and your heart race faster, whether you prefer survival horror, psychological horror, or cosmic horror.
Here are five of the best horror games on Xbox Series X that you should check out.
- Resident Evil Village
The latest installment in the legendary Resident Evil franchise, Village is a stunning showcase of what the Xbox Series X can do. The game features gorgeous graphics, ray tracing, and 60fps performance, making the gothic setting and the terrifying creatures come to life like never before. You play as Ethan Winters, who travels to a remote village in Europe to rescue his kidnapped daughter from a cult of mutants and monsters. Along the way, you’ll face off against werewolves, vampires, dolls, and more, using a variety of weapons and tools to survive. The game also has some puzzles, exploration, and stealth elements, as well as a thrilling story that will keep you hooked until the end.
- The Medium
The Medium is a unique horror game that lets you switch between two realities: the real world and the spirit world. You play as Marianne, a medium who can communicate with the dead and see beyond the veil. She goes to an abandoned resort in Poland to investigate a mysterious vision, but soon discovers that the place is haunted by a dark force. The game uses a split-screen mechanic to show both worlds at the same time, creating some interesting gameplay possibilities and challenges. The game also has a strong atmosphere, inspired by the Silent Hill series, and a captivating soundtrack composed by Akira Yamaoka.
- Scorn
Scorn is a first-person horror game that takes place in a nightmarish world of flesh and metal, inspired by the works of H.R. Giger. The game is all about immersion and exploration, as you wander through the grotesque environments and encounter horrific creatures. The game has no dialogue or cutscenes, so you have to figure out the story and the objectives by yourself. The game also has some combat and puzzle elements, but they are not the main focus. Scorn is a game that will make you feel uneasy and disgusted, but also fascinated by its twisted beauty.
- Little Nightmares 2
Little Nightmares 2 is a sequel to the acclaimed platformer horror game that follows the adventures of Six, a girl in a yellow raincoat who tries to escape from a world of nightmares. In this game, she is joined by Mono, a boy with a paper bag over his head, who helps her navigate through new dangers and locations. The game has stunning visuals and sound design, creating a creepy and surreal atmosphere that will haunt you for days. The game also has some stealth and puzzle elements, as well as some intense chase sequences and boss fights.
- Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes
The third entry in the Dark Pictures Anthology series, House of Ashes is a cinematic horror game that puts you in control of five characters who are trapped in an underground temple in Iraq. The game is set in 2003, during the Iraq War, and follows a group of US soldiers who stumble upon an ancient evil that awakens from its slumber. The game is full of twists and turns, as well as multiple endings and choices that affect the fate of the characters. The game also has a co-op mode that lets you play with your friends online or locally.
What do you think of this selection? Do you agree or disagree? Have you played any of these titles or do you have your own game that has not been mrntioned? We would love to hear from you.
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