Halloween is officially here, and there is no better way to celebrate the spooky season than by turning off the lights, putting on your headphones, and diving into some terrifying video games. 2026 has been a massive year for horror fans. We have seen a huge lineup of fresh releases, from intense survival horror to creepy co-op adventures. Whether you prefer gaming on a big screen or taking the scares to bed with a handheld PC, there is a nightmare waiting for you.
If you are looking to build your ultimate Halloween playlist, we have you covered. Here are the top 13 horror games you need to play right now.
1. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival
Taking our number one spot is the brand-new Hellraiser game, which just launched this October. This first-person survival horror game is the absolute best way to scare yourself this Halloween. You get to wield the iconic puzzle box to fight off terrifying enemies and survive an encounter with Pinhead. It is fresh, incredibly atmospheric, and packed with scares.
2. Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom delivered another massive hit earlier this year. You play as FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and returning favourite Leon S. Kennedy. It is the perfect mix of solving tough puzzles, managing your ammo, and running for your life.
3. Silent Hill: Townfall
This is a very creepy return to the famous foggy town. The puzzles are weird, the monsters are deeply unsettling, and the dark story will stick in your mind for days.
4. REANIMAL
From the brilliant team behind Little Nightmares, this new co-op adventure follows a brother and sister trapped on a very dark island. The creatures look exactly like bad dreams come to life.
5. Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy
Just released in October 2026, this game wraps up a popular survival horror trilogy. You explore a decaying home, hiding from smart monsters around every corner. The tension is sky-high.
6. Tormented Souls II
This is a true throwback to classic 90s horror games, complete with fixed camera angles and limited supplies. It is a must-play for fans of old-school terror.
7. Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake
Fighting ghosts with a special camera never gets old. This 2026 remake brings the terrifying Japanese village to modern consoles with amazing, updated graphics.
8. The Blood of Dawnwalker
If you want something a bit different, this is a gorgeous horror role-playing game with a deep vampire twist. It has a rich story and fast action to keep you hooked.
9. Alien Isolation 2
Hiding in lockers is back. The long-awaited sequel brings a brand-new Xenomorph to hunt you down in space. It is incredibly stressful in the best way possible.
10. Stupid Never Dies
Need a quick break from being totally terrified? This colourful zombie action game lets you play as an undead hero stealing monster abilities. It is a very fun change of pace.
11. Silent Hill 2 Remake
This remake remains a total triumph in horror design. The fog is thick, the town is scary, and Pyramid Head is just as frightening as you remember.
12. Dead by Daylight
It is an older game, but it gets massive updates every Halloween. Teaming up with friends to survive classic horror movie killers is a solid holiday tradition.
13. Phasmophobia
Grab your friends and hunt for ghosts using real-world investigative tools. Just try not to scream too loudly into your microphone when the ghost locks the doors.
There you have it. Thirteen amazing games to keep your heart racing this October.
Lock your doors, grab your favourite Halloween snacks, and jump straight into the horror.
