Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy—it’s also the perfect time to dim the lights, grab a controller, and dive into something terrifying. 2025 has already dropped several new horror releases worth screaming over, alongside returning classics that remain Halloween staples. Whether you’re after spooky solo stories or multiplayer scares with friends, here are the top 10 horror games to play this Halloween.
Best Horror Games to Play This Halloween
These are the ten best horror games that released in 2025 — perfect for the spooky season!
10. Resident Evil Village (Gold Edition)
Even though it released a few years back, Resident Evil Village is still a must-play every Halloween. Between Lady Dimitrescu’s castle, grotesque bosses, and gothic horror vibes, it’s a modern classic. The Gold Edition adds extra modes and DLC, making it the definitive version to revisit this October.
9. Phasmophobia (Ongoing Updates)
Phasmophobia remains one of the scariest co-op experiences out there. The ghost-hunting sim has continued to receive major updates in 2025, keeping it fresh for new and returning players alike. It’s a perfect Halloween party game—just don’t drop the EMF reader when things get real.
8. Killing Floor 3 (2025)
Nothing says Halloween chaos like mowing down waves of grotesque monsters with friends. Killing Floor 3 keeps its cooperative formula but cranks up the intensity with new maps, more customization, and even scarier enemies. If you want fast-paced action instead of slow dread, this is the pick.
7. No, I’m Not a Human (2025)
This first-person visual novel blurs the line between story and nightmare. With branching paths and multiple endings, No, I’m Not a Human forces players to confront unsettling truths while keeping them guessing at every turn. It’s more eerie than gory, but perfect for Halloween storytelling vibes.
6. Labyrinth of the Demon King (2025)
Set in a twisted, demon-infested feudal Japan, Labyrinth of the Demon King combines action, exploration, and folklore-inspired horror. Its claustrophobic environments and relentless demonic encounters make it a tense ride—ideal if you like your scares with a dose of combat.
5. Heartworm (2025)
Retro horror fans, rejoice—Heartworm is a love letter to the fixed-camera, tank-control era of the ’90s. With unsettling environments and psychological storytelling, it nails that classic survival horror feel while modernizing the experience. It’s nostalgia with a fresh layer of fear.
4. Dead Take (2025)
For fans of slow-burn psychological horror, Dead Take delivers. Set in a sprawling, eerie mansion, this first-person adventure leans heavily on puzzles, exploration, and FMV sequences that blur reality and nightmare. If you prefer dread over action, this one’s a must-play.
3. Little Nightmares III (2025)
Launching October 10, 2025, Little Nightmares III continues the series’ surreal, nightmare-fuel journey. For the first time, it adds two-player co-op, letting you and a friend explore its eerie environments together. It’s atmospheric horror at its finest—creepy without needing cheap jump scares.
2. Dying Light: The Beast (2025)
The Dying Light series takes survival horror into a darker direction with The Beast. This standalone spin-off combines fast-paced parkour with brutal nighttime encounters against relentless zombie hordes. With new beast abilities and full co-op play, it’s a great pick if you want Halloween scares with friends.
1. Silent Hill ƒ (2025)
Konami’s legendary series is back with a bold new twist. Silent Hill ƒ transports players to 1960s Japan, blending psychological terror with grotesque body horror and haunting atmosphere. The setting alone makes it one of the most unique—and most unsettling—entries in the franchise, perfect for a long Halloween night.
Quick Picks By Vibe
- Co-op horror: Killing Floor 3, Dying Light: The Beast, Little Nightmares III.
- Psychological/solo: Silent Hill ƒ, Heartworm, Dead Take, No, I’m not a Human.
- Classic survival-horror feel: Tormented Souls 2, Cronos: The New Dawn, Labyrinth of the Demon King.
Halloween Horror Games FAQ
What are the best horror games to play on Halloween 2025?
- Silent Hill ƒ, Tormented Souls 2, Little Nightmares III, Dying Light: The Beast, and Cronos: The New Dawn are standout 2025 picks across psychological, co-op, and survival-horror styles.
Which new horror games released in 2025 are co-op?
- Killing Floor 3 and Dying Light: The Beast headline co-op action; Little Nightmares III adds two-player co-op to its signature atmosphere.
What’s the scariest psychological horror of 2025 so far?
- Silent Hill ƒ leads for mood and story; Heartworm and Dead Take scratch the retro/slow-burn itch.
Are there any indie horror hits in 2025?
- Yes—Heartworm, Dead Take, No, I’m not a Human, and Labyrinth of the Demon King have all launched to buzz on PC.
What horror games are dropping right before Halloween 2025?
- Tormented Souls 2 (Oct 23) and Little Nightmares III (Oct 10) land perfectly for late-October streams and marathons.
Which Horror Game Will You Play This Halloween?
From retro throwbacks like Heartworm to fresh nightmares like Silent Hill ƒ, Halloween 2025 offers something for every type of horror fan. Whether you want pulse-pounding co-op chaos or a lonely night of creeping dread, this list has you covered. Looking to see which games dropped during the spooky season? Check out our October 2025 Game Release guide, so you don’t miss out on new titles!
