This week, we dive into the darkness with a column dedicated to the most iconic horror games. Among them,Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II which has just been released.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade IIit is the long-awaited sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. The first opus plunged us into the tormented mind of Senua, a Celtic warrior struggling with her inner demons as much as supernatural forces. Well, get ready, because in this sequel, the developers have decided to push the anxiety slider even further.
The graphics are so realistic that it almost looks like a documentary about hell. Nordic landscapes are as beautiful as they are terrifying. And what about Melina Juergens’ acting performance? She plays Senua with such intensity that one wonders if she didn’t really face demons to prepare for this role.
But the real tour de force of Hellblade II, it’s his ability to mix psychological horror and Norse mythology. We move from brutal action scenes to moments of pure introspection, where Senua fights against her own fears and hallucinations. It’s a game that doesn’t just scare you, it makes you think about the very nature of madness and courage and brilliantly tackles the theme of mental health.
resident Evil : the undisputed king
Impossible to talk about horror games without mentioning the series resident Evil. Since its debut in 1996, this saga has redefined the genre with its hungry zombies, labyrinthine mansions and intrigues. Each new opus is a promise of cold sweats and limited ammunition.
silent Hill : permanent anxiety
Another pillar of the genre, silent Hill. With its thick fog, nightmarish creatures and twisting plots, this series is the video game equivalent of a descent into hell. Each episode is a dive into a cursed city where nightmares come true. The remake of Silent Hill 2 will be released on October 8, 2024.
Outlast : defenseless terror
Finally, impossible not to mention Outlast, this game that redefined fear by placing you in the shoes of a defenseless journalist, armed only with his infrared camera. Immersed in a psychiatric asylum where the patients are more dangerous than the guards, Outlast plays on helplessness and darkness to create a truly terrifying experience.
The second opus, Outlast 2, pushes the limits of horror even further by immersing you in a community of religious fanatics in the depths of Arizona. Here, fleeing and hiding are your only options, making each encounter with the enemy incredibly stressful.
