It's one thing to see something scary in a movie; it's another to feel like you've experienced it firsthand via a video game. Scary video games have had a bit of a renaissance in the last decades, thanks to titles like Dead Space and Outlast that put a renewed emphasis on creating fear and tension after the genre had started to go in a more action-oriented direction via titles like Resident Evil 4.
As graphic technology continues to improve, so too does the potential for ever-more terrifying gaming experiences. There are many games that will scare the pants off you, but if you're looking for the best, must-play horror gaming experiences, these 15 titles are essential.
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