Top 10 Supermassive Games' Horror Games, Ranked

Top 10 Supermassive Games' Horror Games, Ranked

Halloween has just passed so we decided to close out the spooky season by ranking our favorite horror games made by Supermassive Games. From Until Dawn to their Dark Pictures anthology series, Supermassive Games has forged their path into the horror scene by creating interactive horror games that took the gaming industry by storm and so, we are proud to be ranking some of their best games yet. 

We are also proud to formally announce that we will be reviewing the upcoming chapter of the Dark Pictures anthology, Directive 8020, in 2025.

10º - Hidden Agenda

Hidden Agenda is a cinematic adventure game that immerses players in a narrative of investigation, corruption, and tension. Utilizing the PlayLink system, players use their smartphones to make choices that significantly affect the story, leading to multiple endings. While the game features solid visuals and engaging mini-games for clue-finding, it suffers from uneven voice acting and a somewhat predictable story. The cooperative element, where players can sabotage each other's choices, adds a fun twist, making it enjoyable in both solo and group settings. Overall, Hidden Agenda offers a solid interactive experience, though it falls short of reaching its full potential due to narrative shortcomings and technical limitations.

9º - The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR

The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR delivers an exciting on-rails horror experience for PSVR2, taking players through chilling scenarios inspired by the Dark Pictures anthology. The game features a rollercoaster-like ride filled with jump scares and intense action, lasting around four to five hours with high replayability due to multiple paths and difficulty settings. However, some horror elements can become predictable, and while the visuals are stylized, they may not fully achieve their highest potential. Despite these shortcomings, Switchback VR remains an entertaining addition to the PSVR2 lineup, particularly for fans of arcade shooters and horror experiences.

8º - Until Dawn: Rush of Blood

Until Dawn: Rush of Blood is a fun VR horror experience that propels players through a haunted amusement park, leveraging the unsettling atmosphere of the Until Dawn universe. This on-rails shooter prioritizes fast-paced action over narrative depth, immersing players in intense, jump-scare-filled encounters with terrifying creatures. While the storyline lacks the engagement of its predecessor, the effective use of VR mechanics and adrenaline-pumping gameplay make Rush of Blood a must-try for horror enthusiasts and VR fans alike. The combination of nostalgia and immersive thrills keeps players coming back for more.

7º - The Dark Pictures: Man of Medan

The Dark Pictures: Man of Medan immerses players in a nautical supernatural horror experience, following a group of friends whose diving trip takes a terrifying turn aboard a ghost ship. The branching narrative allows player choices to significantly impact character fates, enhancing replayability and engagement. The atmospheric setting and tension effectively create a sense of dread, though some character development feels lacking, and certain gameplay mechanics can be clunky. Overall, Man of Medan successfully establishes a compelling start to the anthology, leaving players curious for more chilling adventures.

6º - The Dark Pictures: The Devil in Me

The Dark Pictures: The Devil in Me is a creepy new entry in the anthology, set in a modern-day replica of H.H. Holmes' infamous "Murder Castle." The game expertly creates a suffocating atmosphere of dread, filled with traps and puzzles that add a fresh layer of interactivity to the series. The story follows a film crew trapped in the eerie mansion, where your decisions determine who survives. While the game’s setting and concept are compelling, some of the character development feels shallow, and certain quick-time events can be frustrating. Nonetheless, The Devil in Me delivers an intense, suspense-filled experience with high stakes, making it a thrilling new chapter for fans of the series.

5º - The Dark Pictures: Little Hope

The Dark Pictures: Little Hope is a tense, atmospheric horror game that takes players on a journey through a haunted, fog-covered town with a dark history. The game excels at creating a creepy atmosphere and a sense of isolation, with strong visuals and an unsettling story inspired by the Salem witch trials. The branching narrative offers multiple outcomes, making your choices critical in determining the fate of the characters. However, some players might find the pacing slow, and the characters less compelling compared to other entries in the anthology. Despite this, Little Hope delivers an engaging and spooky experience for fans of interactive horror.

4º - The Casting of Frank Stone

The Casting of Frank Stone delivers a tense horror experience that will resonate most with Dead by Daylight fans, offering a deep dive into the lore across two timelines. While it nails the oppressive atmosphere and builds tension, its narrative feels underwhelming at points, with certain gameplay elements, like the 8mm camera, feeling underutilized. The game’s pacing can drag, but key decision-making moments keep the player engaged. Ultimately, it's a love letter to Dead by Daylight enthusiasts, though it may not have the same impact for newcomers.

3º - The Dark Pictures: House of Ashes

The Dark Pictures: House of Ashes is a unique combination of military action and supernatural horror, this time set within the Iraq War, where soldiers and archaeologists find themselves trapped in an ancient, monster-infested temple. The underground setting establishes a tense, claustrophobic atmosphere, while choice-based gameplay keeps players on edge, with decisions leading to life-or-death consequences. Though some of the choices feel less impactful than in previous entries, the pacing is strong, balancing equal amounts of exploration and quick-time events. Strong character development and presentation combine to make House of Ashes a suspenseful horror experience that fans of the anthology series will remember for quite some time.

2º - The Quarry

The Quarry is an interactive horror game that captures the spirit of a classic teen slasher. Join nine camp counselors on their last night to unravel a terrifying mystery in this summer camp. The game shines with its cinematic presentation, stunning graphics, and solid voice acting from a talented cast. Like Until Dawn, the branching choices and butterfly effect system create high replay value, as a choice might come to one of many different directions, counting life and death. Some pacing issues do come up, especially in the more slow-burning parts, but where it counts, The Quarry really knows how to build tension and provide an extremely memorable horror experience. Perfect for those who love narrative driven and choice heavy games.

1º - Until Dawn

Until Dawn is a high-intensity, cinematic horror game that effectively merges well-woven interactive storytelling with very suspenseful gameplay. Set in a remote mountain lodge, the game tells the tale of a group of friends whose night of fun turns into a fight for survival against mysterious forces. Probably the most outstanding feature of the game is the "butterfly effect" it enforces: every choice is weighted, meaning each subsequent playthrough will be very different. Chilling atmosphere with great graphics and a haunting soundtrack that amplifies tension. Though some of its characters' dialogues may sound a bit cheesy, Until Dawn's branching narrative and unexpected plot twists make it an experience no horror fan should miss.