We’re constantly researching what’s out there, what creeps, clicks, and claws its way into players’ brains. Lately, a few of our marketing collaborators (the ones with Steam wishlists longer than their lifespans) have been diving into the weirder corners of horror gaming.

So here it is: their personal favorites from 2025. Just a few genuinely great games that deserve more bites.

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We loved the atmospheric throwback to the classics in Crow Country, taking us all the way back to the PlayStation 1 era and hard jewel cases that cut your fingers when cracked from overuse.

Crow Country surprised us in almost every way possible, and we definitely recommend it. It gave us a bright idea for a cool, creepy theme park in Stay Dead... maybe.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1996010/Crow_Country/

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During the horrors of the night, your home is often your haven, until it isn't. NINH reminded us that good horror not only invades your personal space but also messes with your mental space. It fed our paranoia and totally made most of us jump whenever someone rang the doorbell.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3180070/No_Im_not_a_Human/

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A game quite similar to the vision we have for Stay Dead, SPB showed us that great art, gameplay, and a killer protagonist are sometimes what you need to get the ball rolling on a great horror game, with major Signalis vibes but less secretive. A great game that greatly inspires us.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1598780/Silly_Polly_Beast/

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An indie that hit the world by storm. The way it combines usual horror elements with unconventional (and extremely cute!) character designs and comedy is a huge inspiration for the Stay Dead team. And while we're aiming for a full-on singleplayer experience, there's still a lot to learn about how to revitalize the genre.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3241660/REPO/

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This indie project combines the gameplay of 'Papers, Please!' with lovecratfian nightmares and very-very-very dark humor, bringing new life (pun intended, since you play as a doctor) to the genre and forces the player to make constant hard choices and learn the routine quickly, or succumb to the madness. And while the gameplay is widely different from what we envision for 'Stay Dead', the unique art style and the combination of 2D and 3D models is something that we're doing with the Rottington family in our game!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3138780/Do_No_Harm/

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While the premise is similar to another one we mentioned on this list ('No, I'm not a human'), we felt that it should be included, since it shows how different developers approach the same subject completely differently. It's a very unique blend of a turn-based RPG and survival horror that the fans of the genres should totally check out!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3373660/Look_Outside/

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We hope to make it to your own list of favorite indie games you played in 2026!

Wishlist now!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3856830/Stay_Dead/

Step into the role of an undead knight on a relentless journey against hordes of dark enemies. In Dimachaerus, Gigantic G’s latest hack’n slash, you dive into a medieval world with cartoon-style visuals, intense combat, and thrilling challenges.

Explore dangerous environments, battle through armies, dodge deadly traps, and switch weapons to unleash unique combos. Thinking fast is your only chance to survive.

Download now and unleash your fury from the shadows.

Right after the Halloween Scream Season is over and the celebrations of Día de los muertos around the world came to an end (check for videos and photos on our socials) we come to our next Highlight: It's time for the next show, this time in Lisbon for DevGAMM awards.

Its still time to register for the playtest here and be among the first to give us feedback on the game and have your say - not just if you are a taco lover and want to share recipes, but also if you like to be a detective or always wanted to have a very clever and magic dog. This is your call.

And if you like us, then please consider telling your friends and family and also follow our Kickstarter page.

PS: do you spot who this is on the photo?

A New Blade Enters the Arena ⚔️

After months of planning, prototyping, and soul-searching, we’re proud to unveil our next project:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4038650/Samurai_Standoff/

This game is a love letter to the flash-era mini-games we grew up with; fast-paced, reflex-driven duels where timing is everything.

You’ll fight as one of six unique warriors, each with their own story, style, and reason for stepping into the fray. From Bluetail, the lizard samurai captain of the Royal Guard, to Ichi, the elusive fox assassin of the Kitsune Clan, every character brings something different to the battlefield. Whether you’re climbing the ranks in solo campaigns or testing your reflexes in multiplayer, every fight is a test of precision and nerve.

We’re building Samurai Standoff as a compact, focused experience; something we can finish and release while continuing work on UNDERNEATH. It’s part of our plan to self-fund the studio and keep growing sustainably.

So if you’re into cinematic sword fights, animal warriors with layered backstories, and a dash of retro flair, check out the new page for Samurai Standoff.

Hit that Wishlist button, and stay tuned for more updates soon.

Thanks for walking this path with us 🐾

Changelog:

v1.0.8 - v1.0.10

• Updated Unity version to Unity 6.

v1.0.11

• Updated to a patched version of Unity 6 to address the recent Unity security vulnerability.

Hello everyone,
New episode is out,
Anne's story is progresses in this episode,


changelog:

• Added P2E4

• ui fixes and removed some extra ui

thank you,

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2872110/Superdeluxe/

We are excited to announce our November community events. Join the GMs for their next monthly livestream and head to the official Discord for a chance to earn prizes.

The GMs return this November for another livestream with Twitch Drops! Tune in for PvP matches, giveaways, and more.

Livestream Dates:

Start:

·         11/21/2025 (Fri) 22:45 (UTC +0)
·         11/21/2025 (Fri) 15:45 (PST)

End:

·         11/22/2025 (Sat) 01:30 (UTC +0)

·         11/21/2025 (Fri) 18:30 (PST)

Livestream Links:

·         Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gcclassic

Twitch Drops:

The official GrandChase Classic Twitch will livestream for two hours for players to receive Twitch Drops. Players are encouraged to begin viewing at the start time to ensure they are able to view for the full two hours to receive all rewards.

30 Minutes

·         Abyss Card Box x1

·         GP Item Property Scroll x1

·         Premium GC Club (1 Day)

1 Hour

·         Abyss Bullions x10

·         GP Item Property Scroll x2

·         Premium GC Club (1 Day)

2 Hours

·         Hero Dungeon Sweep Ticket x3

·         GP Item Property Scroll x3

·         Premium GC Club (1 Day)

How to Participate:

·         Link your GrandChase Classic account through the account linking page on Twitch or head to this link.

·         Watch the official GrandChase Classic livestream on Twitch during the hours shown above.

·         Viewers must have the livestream actively open and playing in order for it to count towards viewing! You can regularly check your progress from the Twitch Drops inventory menu or by clicking the profile dropdown menu.

·         Claim rewards through the Twitch Drops inventory menu after viewing for the required time.

·         Login to the game to receive your rewards via mail. There may be a delay between claiming and receiving rewards.

Giveaways:

·         This livestream will have five giveaways of 20x Seal Breaker Scrolls

Test your GrandChase knowledge during the Crossword Puzzle Event! Head to the official Discord and navigate to the ‘Crossword Puzzle’ channel starting November 3rd.

Event Period:

Start:

·         11/3/2025 (Mon) 19:00 (UTC +0)
·         11/3/2025 (Mon) 11:00 AM (PST

End:

·         11/24/2025 (Mon) 23:59 (UTC +0)

·         11/24/2025 (Mon) 3:59 PM (PST)

How to Participate:

·         For three weeks in November a new crossword puzzle will be posted in the events section in Discord.

·         Enter all words correctly through the submission form to be entered into a raffle for Seal Breaker Scrolls.

Rewards:

·         10 players who correctly guess all of the characters will receive 20x Seal Breaker Scrolls each week

For further event information, head to https://Discord.gg/GrandChaseClassic

It's been a long time coming, and Doodle WHAT?! is able to connect to Twitch chat once again.

Some other connections have been removed from the game, including Twitter and Binx integration.

We're BearStick, a team that came out of making game jams together, hoping to start a self-funded indie studio.

This game is a love letter to the flash-era mini-games we grew up with; fast-paced, reflex-driven duels where timing is everything. You’ll fight as one of six unique warriors, each with their own story, style, and reason for stepping into the fray.

Some characters didn't make it into the demo. Here's a sneak peek at Nezumi, The Twilight Thief-

We're also working on a supporter pack that will include some exclusive characters. If you've supported us on UNDERNEATH, you might recognize this easter egg-

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3404400/UNDERNEATH/