Tag: Horror
News Phasmophobia Finally Has An Xbox Release Date, Arrives Later This Month
The popular online co-op horror game
It was all the way back in mid-2023 that the online co-op horror game Phasmophobia was first announced for Xbox, and although it's suffered numerous delays since then, we've finally now got a concrete release date for Series X and S! Yes, as announced at the Xbox Partner Preview showcase today, Phasmophobia will...
News Pneumata Promises To Deliver 'True Survival Horror' On Xbox This Friday
"One of the scariest psychological horrors in years"
We've been keeping an eye on the upcoming survival horror game Pneumata for a while here at Pure Xbox, and although it's been delayed indefinitely over the last few weeks, it's finally got a release date of this Friday, September 20th. Why are we so interested? Well, firstly it looks cool, and it...
News PS1-Style Horror Game 'Crow Country' Is Launching On Xbox To Amazing Reviews
"It is a real triumph"
Earlier this month, we included the PS1-style survival horror game Crow Country in our roundup of exciting indies to look forward to on Xbox, and the good news is that the critics appear to be absolutely loving the game so far! Some of the highlights here include a 5/5 from The Guardian, a 4/5
News Xbox 'Golden Week' And Horror Sales Now Live, 350+ Games Discounted
Including some big AAA discounts!
The Xbox Store seems to be absolutely packed with discounts at the moment! Late last week, we were treated to two big new sales that are lasting until the end of April, and now we've got at least another two to mention today. Looking at the Xbox Store, the big highlights of this latest batch are "Golden Week" and...
News Microsoft Says 'No' To Horror Game That's Apparently 'Too Crazy For Xbox'
"Only PlayStation will allow it"
It's not very often we hear about games that Microsoft has literally blocked from appearing on the Xbox Store, but that's apparently what's happened in the case of Christmas Massacre, which arrives for PlayStation on November 17th. The horror game, which originally launched back in 2021 for PC and has since received...
Talking Point What’s Your Scariest Video Game Moment?
Camp fire stories
There's something different about playing a horror game rather than watching a scary movie. Being in direct control of the action and physically having to push your character forward is a daunting experience, putting you in the director's seat, rather than simply watching the action unfold on screen. Knowing the horror won't happen...
Pick One Which Of These Horror Franchises Is Your Favourite?
What scares you the most?
Are you ready for a Sunday of spooks, ghouls and bumps in the night? It's the perfect weekend to be scared, or for those who are of the faint of heart, embracing the light-hearted vibes of Halloween. There are dozens upon dozens of titles out there that embrace the atmosphere of the holiday. Ranging from terrifying haunted...
