Every Horror Game Confirmed for October 2024 So Far

As a seasoned horror enthusiast with over two decades of gaming under my belt, October 2024 is shaping up to be a veritable feast for fright fans like myself! The lineup of upcoming horror releases is as chilling as a midnight stroll through a graveyard on a foggy night.

As we’ve come to call October “Spooky Season,” it’s brimming with video games that revolve around horror themes. Each one is competing for a place in our hearts before Halloween arrives. This year, there are at least seven significant horror games lined up for release in the upcoming weeks.

For horror enthusiasts, October 2024 promises an enormous selection: from long-awaited sequels, reimaginings of iconic horror games, and several thrilling new releases. However, before jumping into the fright, fans might want to discover a bit more about what awaits them this Halloween season.

Every Horror Game Releasing in October 2024 Explained

Until Dawn Remake – October 4

Get ready for the Spooktacular start to Halloween, as the remake of the chilling classic Until Dawn is due out on October 4, 2024, available on both PS5 and PC platforms. The Until Dawn Remake breathes new life into the modern horror gem from 2015, meticulously recreating it using Unreal Engine 5. Expect a more polished visual experience, fluid animations, and enhanced gameplay dynamics that make the choice-driven narrative of Until Dawn feel even more immersive than ever before.

Silent Hill 2 Remake – October 8

Revisiting a cherished horror masterpiece, Bloober Team’s reimagined version of “Silent Hill 2” is now scheduled for release on October 8, available on PS5 and PC. Initially, fan reactions to the trailers were divided due to speculation about the remake’s artistic direction and increased focus on combat. However, recent previews have been more favorable towards “Silent Hill 2 Remake”, with numerous outlets commending the game’s eerie ambiance and obvious homage to the 2001 original. The remake will introduce a new third-person viewpoint, enhanced stealth capabilities, and combat upgrades, in addition to its revamped graphics and animations.

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred – October 8

This year, not one but two highly anticipated releases are happening simultaneously: the “Vessel of Hatred” expansion for Diablo 4, and a remake of Silent Hill 2. However, each offers a unique gaming experience. The “Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred” expansion introduces a fresh Spiritborn class to the isometric action-RPG genre, as well as an entirely new region called Nahantu. This expansion also includes numerous new quests, enemies, dungeons, and Mercenaries for players to explore and conquer.

A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead – October 17

In the style of the hit horror series it’s named after, “A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead” places players in charge of a survivor suffering from asthma, navigating deserted cities, dilapidated subway systems, and the remnants of a shattered civilization. True to form for “A Quiet Place“, sound will be crucial in “The Road Ahead“, as players must be vigilant about the noise they produce to keep from drawing the attention of the Death Angels.

Fear the Spotlight – October 22

Initially launched with great acclaim in September 2023, the game Fear the Spotlight was briefly taken down from Steam a short while ago due to its creators being approached by Blumhouse Games. This collaboration provided them with the necessary resources to transform their Indie project into a complete horror experience. In Fear the Spotlight, players perform a seance in a haunted school and must stealthily escape, avoiding the ghostly monster whose head resembles a spotlight. The game is set to return on Steam and debut on consoles on October 22.

No More Room in Hell 2 – October 22

A long-awaited sequel, “No More Room in Hell 2”, resurfaced a few months back with the news that Torn Banner Studios, known for their work on “Chivalry”, would be collaborating with the original developers to bring the zombie survival game to life. Recently, it was officially confirmed that “No More Room in Hell 2” will debut on Steam’s early access platform on October 22, and they intend to stay there for approximately a year.

Alan Wake 2: The Lake House DLC – October

Although fans have known for some time that Alan Wake 2‘s Lake House DLC is coming, it’s only been given a tentative release date in October. This expansion will allow players to assume the role of FBC Agent Estevez, who delves into the mysteries hidden within the research facility on Cauldron Lake that belongs to the Federal Bureau of Control.

2024-09-30 23:04