PlayStation has identified five horror and survival titles for PS Plus Extra and Deluxe subscribers to play during the Halloween season. The selection includes a mix of classic survival horror, post-apocalyptic narratives, and interactive cinema.
Five PlayStation Plus horror titles for Halloween
The curated list focuses on immersive experiences where player survival depends on interaction rather than passive viewing. The recommended games are:
- Days Gone: Players control Deacon St. John, a former outlaw biker navigating the “Broken Road” against unpredictable weather, hostile gangs, and hordes of wild Freakers. The experience combines combat, exploration, and chases.
- The Last of Us Part II Remastered: Set five years after the original game, the story follows Ellie’s quest for justice in a world of infected and desperate humans. Ellie and Joel had found relative tranquility in the Jackson community before a violent event triggered the search for justice. The first title in the series is also available on the service. Some of the most frightening elements include the Rat King and the hospital sequence.
- Resident Evil Village: This entry follows Ethan Winters to a mysterious village inhabited by creatures and figures such as Lady Dimitrescu. Years after the events of Resident Evil 7, Winters attempted to rebuild his life with Mia before a new tragedy led him to the village.
- Hello Neighbor: A puzzle-based horror game where players must sneak into a neighbor’s house to uncover secrets hidden in a basement. By solving various puzzles, players reveal a mystery kept secret by Theodore Peterson.
- Until Dawn: An interactive experience featuring eight friends at an isolated mountain cabin. Players make choices that determine which characters survive. The group returns to the cabin one year after two members of the group disappeared from the same location.
Pro Tip: For those who prefer a cinematic experience, Until Dawn uses the “Butterfly Effect,” meaning small decisions can lead to drastically different outcomes for the cast.
Until Dawn 2 arrives January 2027
The current availability of Until Dawn serves as a lead-in for the sequel. Until Dawn 2 is scheduled for release on January 28, 2027, exclusively for the PlayStation 5.
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Did you know? The cast of Until Dawn includes professional actors Hayden Panettiere and Brett Dalton, enhancing the game’s feel as an interactive horror movie.
Common questions about PS Plus horror games
Which subscription levels are required for these games?
Access to the five listed titles requires a PlayStation Plus Extra or Deluxe subscription.
Are there other Resident Evil titles available?
While Resident Evil Village is highlighted for Halloween, other titles like Resident Evil Revelations 2 are also available for players seeking horror experiences. That title features the kidnapping of Moira Burton and Claire Redfield to a mysterious island of monsters.
Is the first The Last of Us available?
Yes, the original The Last of Us is available on the PS Plus service alongside the Remastered sequel.
Until Dawn’s reliance on the Butterfly Effect mechanic has made it a staple of the interactive horror genre since its initial release.
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