As Halloween approaches, the gaming world is offering a variety of horror titles that are perfect for setting the mood. The arrival of October, marked by cooler weather and shorter days, signals the start of the spooky season. This year, instead of revisiting classic horror games, a list of the 10 best horror games from 2026 is being highlighted for those looking to dive into the genre. One standout title is Resident Evil Requiem, released on February 27. This game blends the horror elements of Resident Evil 2 with the action-packed gameplay of Resident Evil 4, making it the best-rated game in the franchise over the past 20 years. Another notable release is Silver Pines, a metroidvania-style survival horror game from Wych Elm. Inspired by popular films and television shows like Twin Peaks, X-Files, and Blue Velvet, as well as games such as Silent Hill and Resident Evil, Silver Pines offers a unique and atmospheric experience. Other notable titles include Silent Hill Townfall, released on September 24 by Screen Burn Interactive, which continues the Silent Hill franchise's expansion into new settings, this time in the Scottish city of St Amelia. REANIMAL, available since February 13, is a game from Tarsier Studios, known for Little Nightmares. It presents players with a universe that is both unsettling and intriguing, offering both solo and cooperative gameplay. Halloween enthusiasts might enjoy Halloween: The Game, released on September 8 by IllFonic. This adaptation of John Carpenter’s original film includes both an asymmetric multiplayer mode and a solo mode where players can take on the role of Michael Myers, the film’s iconic killer. Hellraiser: Revival, released by Saber Interactive, is a survival horror game inspired by the Hellraiser film franchise. It follows Aidan Lynch, a member of a biker gang, as he faces off against the Cenobites in a story that mixes elements of sadomasochism and a fanatic cult.