Halloween gaming can mean investigating a haunted house with friends or spending an evening with something that keeps you checking the corridor behind you. There’s also room for costume hunts and pumpkin-filled festivals if you prefer lighter scares.
These 10 games you should be playing this Halloween cover all three moods. You’ll find solo horror, multiplayer panic, and seasonal events across PC, consoles, and mobile. Pick the kind of evening you want before choosing what to download.
1. Phasmophobia
- Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
- Players: Solo or up to four in online co-op
- Cost: Paid
Phasmophobia puts you on a ghost investigation with equipment such as EMF readers and Spirit Boxes. You gather evidence to identify the haunting, but the ghost can hunt you while you work. It suits groups who enjoy solving a mystery between moments of panic.
The Crimson Eye event runs from October 8 to November 1, 2026. Investigations, optional objectives, and Blood Moon totems contribute to event rewards. Double investigation XP and rewards follow from October 15-22.
2. Dead by Daylight
- Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
- Players: Online multiplayer, four Survivors against one Killer
- Cost: Paid; additional characters and cosmetics may cost extra
Dead by Daylight turns a slasher chase into a multiplayer match. Survivors repair generators and try to escape while the Killer hunts them. Rescue attempts create awkward choices because helping a teammate can put you directly in danger.
Choose this for competitive horror and unpredictable chases. You can join other Survivors for teamwork or take the Killer role if you would rather be the reason everyone runs.
3. Resident Evil Requiem
- Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2
- Players: Solo
- Cost: Paid
Resident Evil Requiem pairs Grace Ashcroft’s survival sections with Leon Kennedy’s heavier action. Grace has limited supplies, so deciding when to fight or flee matters. Leon’s firearms and hatchet give his encounters a different pace.
Both characters support first-person and third-person views. That choice helps you settle into the puzzles, investigation, and combat in a way that feels comfortable. Pick it for a substantial horror campaign with room to fight back.
4. Silent Hill f
- Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
- Players: Solo
- Cost: Paid
Silent Hill f follows Hinako Shimizu through a Japanese town that becomes consumed by fog and disturbing changes. Its psychological horror and unsettling imagery make it a strong choice if atmosphere matters as much as the next enemy.
Exploration, puzzles, and combat sit within that nightmare. Save this one for an evening when you can pay attention to the story and surroundings. The appeal lies in wondering what the town will become next.
5. Little Nightmares III
- Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2
- Players: Solo with an AI companion or two-player online co-op on the same platform
- Cost: Paid; free trial and Friend’s Pass available
Little Nightmares III sends Low and Alone through oversized places inhabited by threatening Residents. Their bow and wrench help solve environmental puzzles as they search for a way out. The small characters and huge surroundings give each escape an uneasy feel.
Friend’s Pass lets an owner invite someone on the same platform without a second full purchase. Returning players also have September’s paid The Shores DLC, which adds flooded streets and a lighthouse to explore.
6. Alien: Isolation
- Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS
- Players: Solo
- Cost: Paid; first two missions free on supported mobile devices
Alien: Isolation follows Amanda Ripley aboard Sevastopol station, where an Alien hunts her. You scavenge supplies, craft tools, and use the environment to avoid it. Moving through a corridor becomes a decision you want to get right.
Choose it for sustained tension and stealth. On mobile, check the supported-device list before downloading. The free opening missions give you a way to try the controls and atmosphere before buying the full game.
7. Cult of the Lamb
- Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
- Players: Solo or two-player local co-op
- Cost: Paid; Woolhaven expansion sold separately
Cult of the Lamb mixes dungeon fights with managing a flock and its settlement. You gather resources, build structures, and perform dark rituals between runs. Its cartoon style and dark humor suit an evening of occult weirdness with fewer outright scares.
If you already have a developed cult, 2026’s Woolhaven expansion adds winter survival and new dungeons. You can also raise animals on a ranch. That content becomes accessible near the end of the base game, so newcomers can start with the original campaign.
8. Fortnite
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, supported Android and iOS devices
- Players: Online; competitive matches and cooperative Horde Rush
- Cost: Free-to-play; optional purchases
Fortnitemares 2026 runs from October 1 to November 1. Five Nights at Freddy’s animatronic bosses and Freddy Krueger join Battle Royale, while cursed abilities and Halloween weapons change how fights unfold.
For a shared monster battle, try Horde Rush and its waves of Cube Monsters. This is the pick for Halloween action with friends if you prefer shooting back to hiding. Licensed Shop outfits are separate purchases.
Watch the official Fortnitemares gameplay trailer for a look at the seasonal chaos:
9. Pokémon GO
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Players: Individual exploration with social and raid activities
- Cost: Free-to-play; optional purchases
Pokémon GO’s Halloween Part I runs from October 27 at 10 a.m. to November 1 at 10 a.m. local time. Costumed Pikachu, Zubat, and Sinistea join the event, along with themed research and nighttime Lavender Town music.
Part II continues until November 5 at 8 p.m. local time and introduces Shiny Greavard. Choose this for lighter Halloween collecting during your usual walks. The free Halloween GO Pass offers progression rewards, while its Deluxe upgrade costs extra.
10. Guild Wars 2
- Platforms: PC
- Players: Online MMO; solo exploration and group activities
- Cost: Free base game; paid expansions
Shadow of the Mad King is scheduled for October 13-November 3, 2026. The festival’s established attractions include the Mad King’s Labyrinth, Clock Tower jumping challenge, and Mad King Says.
It suits players who want Halloween to fill a shared world. You can spend an evening on platforming challenges or seek out festival fights with others. The pumpkin-filled setting offers a lighter break from the list’s more intense horror campaigns.
Pick Your Next Halloween Game
Your Halloween pick depends on how much you want to be scared and who’s joining you. Choose a solo horror game for a tense evening, gather friends for co-op, or enjoy a lighter seasonal event. Check multiplayer requirements before buying and event dates before planning your session.
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