Last updated on August 30, 2025
Gamers around the world are enjoying an epic year with many exceptional titles to discover. Fans of the spine-chilling genre are also treated to immersive games where the oppressive atmosphere weighs heavier than iron. Here is the list of the 5 best horror games of 2025 that are not to be missed.
Dying Light: The Beast
Following the overwhelming success of the previous two titles, Techland is preparing to release a new installment in this famous franchise. Dying Light: The Beast marks the return of Kyle Crane, who must resist the beast within him more than ever before. Half-human, half-monster, he seeks revenge. This journey takes him to Castor Woods, another zombie-infested village where survival comes at a considerable price. With its realistic parkour movements, dark environment, and action-packed gameplay, this horror game is a solid addition to the series.
R.E.P.O.
Among all the horror games of 2025, R.E.P.O stands out for its creativity and particularly successful multiplayer mode. The task is simple: go to a haunted location, collect valuable items, and bring them to safety. But it’s not as easy as it sounds. In a team of up to 6 players, you embark on a procedurally generated map, so you don’t know the exact location of the valuables. What’s more, the laws of physics are exaggerated in this game, making it easier to destroy or damage the items you’re carrying. This mix of horror and somewhat frustrating fun makes the game highly replayable, especially with friends.
Silent Hill f
The world of Silent Hill is far from being exhausted. Made with a strong sense of Japanese horror authenticity, this installment takes us to the town of Ebisugaoka, embraced in a mysterious fog. This iconic setting serves as the background for the disturbing and emotionally charged events that our protagonist, Shimizu Hinako, must endure. Silent Hill f offers several possible endings, encouraging players to replay the game and make different choices. Without a doubt, this title is the most immersive and moving of all the horror games released in 2025.
Little Nightmares III
The concept behind Little Nightmares III is based on its delirious design, sprinkled with disturbing events. We play as one of two innocent children trapped in this phantasmagorical nightmare. Our goal is to escape this dark and grotesque place, either alone or by cooperating with another player. To do so, we will have to face dangers and solve puzzles without being distracted by this dark yet alluring place. Will these two little ones remain friends, or will their minds be swallowed up by the nightmare? We will soon have the answer.
Cronos: The New Dawn
The new sci-fi adventure created by Bloober Team invites us to travel through time between two desolate locations. In Cronos: The New Dawn, humanity has disappeared, leaving Earth in the hands of monstrous creatures. As terrifying as they are, they are also difficult to kill. When a monster discovers a corpse, it merges with it, becoming faster and tougher. And even if survival won’t be a walk in the park, this horror game promises to be full of emotions.
These final months of the year are STACKED in promising titles. Looking forward to play all the upcoming games on this list, especially Little Nightmares III and Cronos. Silent Hill f has some weird charm to it too, I’m not sure if I’m a fan of the direction they’re taking the combat in but the premise for extra endings and content in further playthroughs sounds nice to me.
I’m going to start with Little Nightmares 2 before 3… but I loved the first one and even the DLC, so there’s no doubt about the sequel. I’m eagerly awaiting it. For Cronos, I’m waiting for the price to drop gradually, just like for Silent Hill 2, which I’m going to get before SH f.