16 Horror Game Genres Explained in 18 minutes

Описание: What makes a game truly scary? In this video, we break down every horror game genre to understand the mechanics of fear. From classic Survival Horror to the newly released Silent Hill f.

Most people think horror is just jumpscares, but real fear goes much deeper. I explain the difference between Psychological Horror and Action Horror, why "Walking Simulators" are actually terrifying, and analyze 16 specific subgenres including Analog Horror, Mascot Horror, and Lovecraftian games.

If you are looking for the best horror games to play in 2026, this guide covers everything from Resident Evil and Outlast to hidden indie gems.

Timestamps:
0:17 - What Is Horror
1:33 - Survival Horror
2:52 - Psychological Horror
4:42 - Action Horror
8:32 - Stealth Horror
10:13 - Narrative Horror
11:25 - Lovecraftian Horror
12:36 - Japanese Horror
14:50 - Other Horror Genres
17:47 - Conclusion

Drop a comment if I missed your favorite subgenre! 👇

🎮 Games analyzed: Resident Evil, Silent Hill 2, F.E.A.R., Amnesia, P.T., Bloodborne, Silent Hill f, Scorn, FNAF, and more.

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