Horror games need to stand out in a bid to hook players and encourage them to willfully put themselves in positions where they will be shocked out of their wits. An interesting setting is perfect here ...

Game settings are crucial for horror games to stand out and leave a lasting impact on players. Iconic horror game settings like Bright Falls, Ishimura, Yharnam, Rapture, and more are highlighted.

Horror games and secluded islands share a bond tighter than my grip on a controller during a jump scare. Something about the remoteness, the unforgiving isolation, and the “good luck calling for help” ...