If you’re anything like me, then sometimes you absolutely love to get the pants scared off of you. Unfortunately, not all horror games are created equal. There are loads of games which intend to give you the creeps but fall way short of the target. If you want some of the best scares available on the PlayStation 4, then you’ll want to check some of these titles out.
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Resident Evil 2
Resident Evil fans have had a few good years. Resident Evil 7 was a killer return to form that had me feeling equal parts excitement and terror. As if that weren’t enough, Resident Evil 2 is an amazing remake of the beloved classic game with some new elements mixed in. If you want some great scares and awesome gameplay I suggest picking it up.
$39 at Amazon
Horrific choices
Until Dawn
Until Dawn isn’t a perfect game. However, it’s one of the best horror games I’ve ever had the pleasure to play. Supermassive Games did a great job developing a creepy mood that drips off the screen. It’s also nice to see when a developer creates a decision-making mechanic that actually seems to have an impact on how the game plays out. The decision-making then adds to the replayability of the game.
$20 at Playstation
No one can hear you scream
Alien: Isolation
Holy macaroni, I loved this game. If you’re a fan of Ridley Scott’s original Alien film, then you’re going to love this. Developer Creative Assembly managed to capture the mood and visual style of the first Alien film almost impeccably. On top of that, it’s chock full of truly tense and frightening moments. The original Alien film was essentially a slasher film in space and that is exactly what Alien: Isolation feels like as you try to creep, hide, and run away from a Xenomorph.
$22 at Amazon
End of the journey
The Walking Dead: The Final Season
If you’ve been following the previous Walking Dead games, you MUST play this game. If you haven’t played the previous games, go play those first especially if you love the show! This is the final game in the series and it will bring you with a sense of closure in the end. The visuals are a huge improvement in this game and the story doesn’t fail to leave you in tears at least once or twice. The zombies continue to scare the life out of you as you hope each decision isn’t your last.
$30 at Amazon
Kill or be killed
Dead by Daylight
I have never been as terrified of being chased in a game than I am when it’s my friend playing the killer. Work together to survive, but just don’t speak too loudly or they’ll know where to find you. If you’re a fan of classic horror films, you will feel right at home in Dead by Daylight. This is one of the best group survival games out there, and we highly recommend it if you have a few other friends that also love to be scared.
$21 at Amazon
As scary as before
The Last of Us: Remastered
I’ll never forget how I felt the first time I played this, or the second time, or the third time. It’s remastered so beautifully that even if you’ve played it five times, it’s worth it to play the remastered version a first time. If you’ve never played before, get ready to experience the heavy emotions this game has packed for you. There will be moments you’ll swear the enemy can hear your heart beating because you’re so nervous to make a move. The game is so intense that you might want to make time for a nap after you play!
$23 at Amazon
Survival horror
The Evil Within 2
I wasn’t a huge fan of the first game in the series but I’m glad that Tango Games took another swing at it with The Evil Within 2. If you’re on the hunt for a solid survival horror experience then this game is certainly worth your time. Despite the fact that there are moments where The Evil Within 2 seems to rehash to pretty well-trod tropes, it still does a great job of building and cranking up tension when it’s needed.
$19 at Amazon
World vs Us
Don’t Starve Together
The second game in the Don’t Starve series, this time with friends. Collecting items, cooking food, and hiding from the creatures of the darkness are some of the things you’ll be doing. Every attempt at survival has had my heart racing as the clock ticked to darkness while my friend and I frantically searched for a solution. It takes a few play throughs to understand how it works, and part of the horror is realizing you don’t know how to survive.
$15 at Playstation
Classic horror reborn
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
The king is back! There were some moments in the previous decade where I was pretty certain that the Resident Evil franchise had lost every ounce of its creepy mojo. However, in 2017, Capcom dropped Resident Evil 7 in our collective laps. Not only is it a fantastic Resident Evil game, but it may also just be one of the best horror games of all time. With solid scares, a great mood, and pacing so tight you can bounce a quarter off of it, it’s worth your time.
$25 at Amazon
All in one
Outlast Trinity
I have memories of my roommate screaming the loudest scream you’ve ever heard while playing Outlast. Outlast Trinity has all three games together in one horrifying package. The first person aspect of it makes each terrifying thing you see that much more real. The games are like every nightmare you’ve had come true. There is a 100% chance of you being scared while playing this game.
$27 at Amazon
Time to get scared
Just like horror films, there are a lot of video games released in the genre but precious few shining gems. I often find myself disappointed when a horror game falls short, but when it’s done right it’s one of the best gaming experiences in the world. If you had to go with one, we’d recommend the Resident Evil 2 remake, which is currently making us remember why we love getting scared and why the series is so beloved.
Alien: Isolation mixes the older horror fans with the newer gamers, giving a unique experience of whether or not you could have survived in the film. All the hiding and avoiding the alien gives such a satisfying feeling of horror that we guarantee will keep you playing for more. There really is nothing more terrifying than being chased by one of the most feared creatures in history!
