You play as Isaac Clarke as he explores the spaceship, fighting off Necromorphs along the way and dealing with psychosis. Dead Space is set on a spaceship that has been overtaken by alien monsters called Necromorphs. If you are a fan of aliens, monsters and story-based narratives, this game’s got it all. We asked the team to suggest some of the top games at the intersection of games and other creative industries! These are all great options to play if you are looking for innovative, forward-thinking gameplay or simply some good spooks to get you in the Halloween spirit.ĭead Space – This 2008 survival horror game takes you out of this world. Read on to find out more about our very spooktacular flash sale and claim your 33% discount code. Want to know more about the intersection of games and other media formats? Consider attending the highly anticipated virtual conference Beyond Games this November, and join us as we explore the future of interactive entertainment. As Halloweekend is upon us, we decided to take a look at some of the best games that integrate horror elements while going quite literally beyond the game with either inspiration from other media or later iterations in other media formats.

From games inspired by films to films based on games and more, the horror genre is a prime space for seeing innovative popular culture at its finest. When it comes to the intersection between entertainment and games, horror is a goldmine.

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