October 22 is Going to Be a Big Day for PlayStation Horror Fans

October 22 is Going to Be a Big Day for PlayStation Horror Fans

Key Takeaways

  • Fear the Spotlight is set to release on PS4 and PS5 on October 22.
  • The game was showcased at PlayStation State of Play, offering retro horror vibes.
  • Published by Blumhouse Games, Fear the Spotlight aims to stand out among other horror games releasing in October 2024.

As a seasoned horror game enthusiast who’s lived through countless nights filled with virtual screams and heart-stopping scares, I am beyond thrilled to share my excitement about the upcoming release of “Fear the Spotlight.” October 2024 is shaping up to be a bloodcurdlingly brilliant month for horror game fans, and this retro-style survival horror gem seems poised to stand tall among its fearsome contemporaries.


The spine-chilling throwback horror game titled “Fear the Spotlight” has officially announced its release date on October 22, available for both PS4 and PS5. Previously, an earlier version of this game was launched on Steam last year, which garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews from players who tried it. Now, this game is gearing up for a grand debut, aiming to broaden its reach beyond PC to PlayStation and other gaming platforms.

At the recent PlayStation State of Play event, “Fear the Spotlight” was among the games displayed. The PlayStation State of Play didn’t feature a lot of horror games, but “Fear the Spotlight” stood out as one of the exceptions. Now, following the State of Play, PlayStation gamers are aware of when they can give “Fear the Spotlight” a try on their own.

According to PlayStation, the game titled “Fear the Spotlight” will be released on both PS4 and PS5 on October 22. Additionally, it’s anticipated that this game will also launch on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X on the same day, although these platforms weren’t highlighted in the trailer. For those uninitiated with the game, “Fear the Spotlight” offers retro graphics similar to 90s survival-horror games, accompanied by suitable gameplay. The story revolves around protagonist Vivian and her friend Amy conducting a seance at their school after hours. After an expected turn of events, Amy disappears, leaving Vivian to navigate a haunted school, evade a menacing entity, solve puzzles, and ultimately rescue her missing companion.

Fear the Spotlight Release Date

  • October 22, 2024

Significantly, “Fear the Spotlight” is set to be released by Blumhouse Games, a gaming division of Blumhouse Productions – a company renowned for its chilling cinematic productions. With Blumhouse Games aiming to preserve the eerie atmosphere that their film production counterpart is known for, “Fear the Spotlight” will mark the initial game published under this label. Given this, there’s considerable anticipation surrounding “Fear the Spotlight”, yet its intriguing trailer hints at a potential horror gaming gem when it drops on October 22, potentially ranking among the top horror games of the year.

In October 2024, it’s not just “Fear the Spotlight” that will send shivers down your spine. A plethora of indie horror games are set to launch alongside them, accompanied by more recognized titles such as the PS5 remake of “Until Dawn”, the remake of “Silent Hill 2”, “A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead”, and “Clock Tower Rewind”. October 2024 promises to be a bustling month for horror game enthusiasts, with “Fear the Spotlight” officially confirmed for release on October 22nd.

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2024-09-26 23:03