The Best Horror Games of 2023, Ranked
The top 10 horror games of 2023, according to critics
2023 has been an incredible time for gaming across all genres, but the year has provided a remarkable showcase for horror specifically. With the spooky season in full swing, here are the top ten highest-rated horror games of 2023, according to critics.
The Top 10 Horror Games of 2023
10. System Shock

Release Date: May 30, 2023
Platforms: PC (console release arriving at a later date TBA)
Metacritic Score: 78
9. Bramble: The Mountain King

Release Date: April 27, 2023
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 80
8. World of Horror (Console Release)

Release Date: October 19, 2023
Platforms: macOS, Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5
Metacritic Score: 82
7. Killer Frequency

Release Date: June 1, 2023
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 82
6. Oxenfree II: Lost Signals

Release Date: July 12, 2023
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5
Metacritic Score: 84
5. DREDGE

Release Date: March 30, 2023
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 85
4. Dead Space Remake

Release Date: January 27, 2023
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 89
3. Alan Wake II

Release Date: October 27, 2023
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 89
2. Resident Evil 4 – Separate Ways DLC

Release Date: September 21, 2023
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 91
1. Resident Evil 4 Remake

Release Date: March 24, 2023
Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Metacritic Score: 93
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