The Coma 2B: Catacomb is a chilling prequel to The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters, drawing players back into the unsettling mirror dimension. You once again assume the role of Youngho, the protagonist from the first game, as he navigates the warped Sehwa District. The story unfolds as Youngho, having barely escaped the horrors of the mirror dimension, finds himself inexplicably drawn back into its clutches. This time, he’s on a quest to find a powerful relic sword, guided by the…
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Kevins Halloween Hitlist While We Wait Here
While We Wait Here is a unique and intriguing game that takes place in a small diner on the brink of the world’s end. As the owner, you’re tasked with serving customers, taking their orders, and engaging in conversations that delve into their deepest fears, hopes, and regrets. What I Liked: Engaging Story: The narrative is captivating, exploring existential themes and human connection in a compelling way. The impending doom of the world acts as a backdrop to the personal…
Read MoreKevins Halloween Hitlist Puppet House
Puppet House on Xbox is a mixed bag of horror and puzzle-solving, offering a short, atmospheric adventure with some interesting puzzles but ultimately falling short in several areas. Positives: Atmosphere: The game effectively creates a creepy atmosphere with its spooky mansion setting, haunting sound design, and dim, flickering lights. The environments are detailed and immersive, adding to the overall suspense. Puzzles: The puzzles range from simple to moderately challenging, requiring players to explore the mansion, solve riddles, and decipher clues.…
Read MoreKevins Halloween Hitlist Fear the Spotlight
Fear the Spotlight is a delightful throwback to the classic survival horror games of the 90s. It captures the essence of those beloved titles, offering a tense and atmospheric experience that’s both nostalgic and fresh. The game’s low-poly graphics and pixelated aesthetic might seem dated at first glance, but they contribute to its charm. The retro style, combined with the eerie sound design and haunting music, creates a genuinely unsettling atmosphere. The gameplay is a mix of exploration, puzzle-solving, and…
Read MoreKevins Halloween Hitlist Camp Sunshine
Camp Sunshine is a nostalgic throwback to 80s horror and 16-bit gaming, offering a unique blend of adventure and action. While its gameplay is relatively simple, it effectively captures the spirit of its inspirations, creating a thrilling and suspenseful experience. Story and Atmosphere The game’s narrative is a classic slasher flick formula, complete with a masked killer, a group of unsuspecting campers, and a dark, mysterious past. While the plot is familiar, it’s executed with charm and a healthy dose…
Read MoreKevin’s Halloween Hitlist A Night On The Farm
A Night On The Farm is an atmospheric, first-person, retro-inspired, horror adventure with deep lore and surprising plot twists. Uncover the mystery surrounding your crashed car and the farm’s inescapable draw. Discover cryptic notes and audio logs as you gain access to [REDACTED] and make decisions that alter the story’s outcome! A Night on the Farm is a haunting indie horror game that delivers a chilling experience on Xbox. As a stranded traveler, you find yourself alone on a desolate…
Read MoreKevin’s Halloween Hitlist Home Safety Hotline
Home Safety Hotline is a unique horror puzzle game that takes players on a late-90s adventure as a call center operator fielding calls from distressed homeowners facing supernatural threats. The game’s retro aesthetic and blend of horror and humor make for a captivating experience. While not outright scary by any means, it is very weird and unsettling at times. The base gameplay is you receive a call with a situation, using clues as to what the caller is saying you…
Read MoreKevin’s Halloween Hitlist: Mischief Night Massacre
This time, I’m going to suggest something a little different. Nothing better this time of year in New England than cracking open the windows for the fresh fall air and curling up with a good book and a coffee. Well that’s exactly what I did! Jason Parent’s Mischief Night Massacre is more than just a collection of horror stories; it’s a carefully curated exploration of the darkest corners of the human psyche. Each tale within this anthology delves into profound…
Read MoreKevin’s Halloween Hitlist: Alice Madness Returns
Alice: Madness Returns is a dark and twisted reimagining of Lewis Carroll’s beloved Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. This action-adventure game takes players on a haunting journey through a corrupted Wonderland, where familiar characters and landscapes have been warped by madness and despair. A Visually Stunning Nightmare The game’s visuals are a feast for the eyes, with intricate level design and a grotesque, yet beautiful, art style. The once-idyllic Wonderland is now a decaying and dangerous place,…
Read MoreKevin’s Halloween Hitlist: The Casting of Frank Stone
Supermassive Games’ latest interactive horror title, The Casting of Frank Stone, delivers a chilling tale that’s sure to keep players on the edge of their seats. While it doesn’t quite reach the heights of previous entries in the series like Until Dawn, it’s a solid addition to the horror genre. The game follows a group of aspiring actors who find themselves trapped in a haunted mansion during a casting audition. The story’s premise may seem familiar to fans of horror,…
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