New Resident Evil-Style Horror Game is Coming to PS5 in January

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If you enjoyed the scary atmosphere and unsettling environment of Resident Evil 7, you should check out Apartment No. 129. This creepy first-person game puts you in an abandoned apartment building filled with gruesome sights and creatures hunting for victims. Coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on January 16th, Apartment No. 129 combines shooting, puzzles, and a detailed environment to create a horror experience that feels both new and reminiscent of classic titles.

PlayStation has always been a great place to find scary games, including some of the most popular survival horror titles ever made – franchises like Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Fatal Frame all began on PlayStation. While Xbox hasn’t traditionally been known for horror, Xbox Game Pass has significantly expanded its horror library. Over the years, both big-budget and independent horror games have entertained players on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo. Recently, popular horror series have seen a comeback, attracting more fans and encouraging players to explore new and unique horror titles.

Apartment No 129 is Like Resident Evil 7 Meets Steam’s Indie Horror Library

Originally released on Steam in 2024, the mystery adventure game Apartment No 129 is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on January 16th. Players become Emir, a detective investigating a tragic event in a rundown apartment building where two young girls died. After the incident – said to be based on a real story – the building’s residents were driven to insanity and abandoned the place, leaving behind rumors of a haunting presence. As Emir searches for the truth, he’s plunged into a terrifying world where he must confront both his own fears and the creatures lurking within the seemingly empty building.

If you enjoy the unsettling atmosphere of games like Layers of Fear combined with the action of Resident Evil, you might like Apartment No 129. Currently, it has “Mostly Positive” reviews on Steam, and is also available on PS5 and Xbox. Reviewers agree the story is engaging, though the shooting mechanics can feel a little awkward. Be prepared to read a lot of text to solve puzzles and advance. While it can be slow-paced at times, Apartment No 129 delivers a suspenseful horror experience with surprisingly good live-action cutscenes, making it a good choice for horror fans.

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Many indie games initially launch on Steam, and this is proving to be a vital stepping stone for developers. Starting on PC allows smaller studios to gain recognition and funding before expanding to consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, reaching a wider audience. The upcoming release of the horror game Apartment No. 129 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in January is a perfect example of this trend – it first found success on Steam and is now expanding to consoles.

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2025-12-24 21:35