Horror is always a popular genre, and for a good reason. There’s just something about those thrills we get when we boot up a horror game and are thrusted into the paralyzing fear of jump scares, gory insanity, and so much more. Game Pass has its fair share of horror games that certainly anyone can enjoy.
Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service spanning both the Xbox and PC world. Game Pass boasts a library of over 100 games that you can choose to download from. Plus, subscribers to Game Pass get access to EA Play, and with Ubisoft’s latest work with Microsoft, you can get access to popular Ubisoft titles as well.
If you’re looking to get a good thrill this weekend, check out this list of the top 5 best horror games you can try right now on Game Pass. You can also watch the video version of this list below on our official YouTube channel:
1. Dead Space 2
The original Dead Space was a terrifying game made by Visceral Games and it was a smash hit. However, the sequel was an even more bloodcurdling title. Players jump back into the story of Isaac Clarke as he deals with visions of his dead girlfriend and the horrifying Necromoprhs.
Throughout the game, players interact with some chilling images of abandoned schools and a Unitologist church. The best part? It’s available to play on Game Pass right now. The sequel has new Necromorphs, new weapons, new armor, and so much more. Additionally, the sequel improved upon lots of controls and features from the previous game, so you’re bound to have a great time with this one.
A Dead Space 2 remake has also recently been announced, with EA Motive leading development on it.
2. A Plague Tale: Innocence
We can’t talk enough about how amazing A Plague Tale: Innocence is. A truly horrifying game, A Plague Tale takes players through the shoes of Amicia and Hugo, two French siblings who must fight against a murderous Inquisition and the Black Death.
The game does not shy away from gruesome imagery with its disgusting rat infestations and bloody violence. For the horror fans out there, it’s a perfect Game Pass title.
A Plague Tale: Requiem also launched in October 2022 for those who can’t get enough of the ghastly plague.
3. Dead by Daylight
Featuring some of horror’s most iconic characters, Dead by Daylight is a multiplayer horror experience where you either play the killer or the survivor. There’s no shortage of suspense or fear when you boot up a match of Dead by Daylight.
With DLCs, you can play iconic characters from classics like Friday the 13th and Stranger Things. Since 2016, the game has received lots of updates, so you’re sure to have a ghastly good time with this one.
4. Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
Travel to Helheim with Senua in one of Game Pass’ most popular titles. Hellblade follows the story of Senua, who seeks to save the soul of her dead lover. Throughout the game, players are exposed to Senua’s mental illness and her hallucinatory symptoms.
It’s a powerful display of mental illness in a horror game, and there’s no shortage of terrifying monsters to fight.
5. Alien: Isolation
Live out the terror with this sci-fi survival title. Alien: Isolation places a heavy emphasis on stealth and fear with the terrifying Xenomorph stalking through the halls. As you try to survive, the Xenomorph certainly won’t leave you alone.
This game is a perfect Game Pass title for those looking for a bit of thrill, suspense, and terror.
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Zainah Yousef
Zainah Yousef is the author of The Fallen Age Saga and specializes in gaming, social media advice, and reviews. She's been writing all her life and she probably won't stop anytime soon.
