Video games offer a form of entertainment that’s unlike any other as you are transported to different worlds at the click of a button. In one game you might be a football star, while in another you’ll be fighting terrorists at the border. Among the dozens of genres available, horror games have made their own mark in the industry with their spellbinding narrative and pulse-pounding graphics. Some of these games are so scary, they will keep you up at night. If you’re ready for a thrilling adventure that always has you at the edge of your seat, then check out these horror games on the Xbox One that do just that.
Outlast Trinity
Developed by Red Barrels, Outlast Trinity is a first-person horror survival game that takes you to an immersive third-world environment where you are left with no weapons to defend yourself. Running towards a hideout is the only way ahead. You are Blake Langerman, a cameraman who works with his wife, Lyn, and together, you are a pair of journalists who are willing to go the extra mile. While searching for the clues related to a seemingly impossible murder, you are led miles into the dark deep Arizona desert. With over 20 hours of intense gameplay, this game has enough juice to keep you up all night. With 4 million+ downloads and over 50 million YouTube views for game walkthroughs, you can expect this crowd-pleaser to offer an intense experience.
Resident Evil 2
If there is one game that has enjoyed a cult status in the genre of horror video games, then it has to be the Resident Evil franchise. Resident Evil 2 is a remake of the classic game and comes with stunningly 4K visuals that are realistic enough to keep you up all night – however, it’s the detailed storyline that draws you into its world. The storyline revolves around two characters, police officer Leon Kennedy and college student Claire Redfield. While Claire is looking for her brother amidst a Zombie epidemic, Kennedy has to deal with this case on his first day at the office – you can explore either character’s perspective while playing this game. Don’t worry about choosing one over the other – you’ll be in for a treat either way. With the fate of both characters in your hands, are you brave enough to get them through this disastrous outbreak?
Alien: Isolation
Alien: Isolation is a game based on the popular movie franchise. You are stuck on a ship with the alien pursuing you. You have no weapons to defend yourself. Just a meter which tells you if the alien is in close proximity. The AI in the game is built in such a way that your smallest misstep will lead to detection from the alien. If you are looking for a game that will keep you at the edge of your seat and ensure you jump out of it once in a while, then this is definitely worth checking out.
Resident Evil Biohazard 7
The Resident Evil Biohazard 7 takes horror games to the next level with its ultra-realistic in-your-face visuals. The incoming targets come out of nowhere and are so close to you that you have to get away just in the nick of time. It includes the exploration series you find in the previous Resident Evil games and also has various puzzles for you to solve. With disturbingly realistic images flashing at you, the game has the ability to generate a truly tense atmosphere, keeping you up all night!
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