Okay, so Whistleblower isn’t necessarily a game like the other entries on this list, but it is the first expansion for Outlast, which is quite possibly the scariest game I’ve ever played. That alone earns it a spot on this list, as does the shroud of mystery that still surrounds it. We know it’s a prequel to what’s arguably the scariest game of 2013 and for me, that’s enough.
Techland brought us Dead Island, a fairly unique take on the unstoppable zombie subgenre that took off thanks in part to an unforgettable trailer. The game didn’t really live up to the hype, and neither did its sequel, but from the looks of it, Dying Light comes across as a spiritual successor to that franchise, the sequel fans were clamoring for following its release. It’s intense, gorgeous, and blends parkour with the weapon crafting that was so great about the series that served as its inspiration. Did I mention it’s gorgeous?
Since Tecmo doesn’t seem to be showing any interest in making another Fatal Frame, we’re going to have to live with DreadOut. Thankfully, this game looks amazing. This is because it’s being developed by a studio that shows an obvious passion for the survival horror genre, as well as the required level of talent to make it possible to create a game that fills the Camera Obscura shaped hole in many of our hearts. I played its demo and enjoyed it quite a bit. Hopefully the full game will show as much promise.
