Top 10 Free-to-Play Horror Games That Will Terrify Anything but Your Wallet

Undoubtedly, the video game industry progressed a lot in recent years. With creative technologies, developed system requirements, and improvised controllers, developers also brought a change in-game prices. It is certain that popular games cost heaven nowadays. Although these popular games are pricey, developers tend to offer their old developments for a lesser price tag when they launch a new game in the market. So, there are also free games available for people.

Following the immense popularity of horror games, developers brought many good horror-themed video game projects for free. Here goes a list of the top ten horror games that are absolutely free on Steam.

Top ten free-to-play horror games

Dark Fracture: Prologue

Dark Fracture Prologue is a first-person horror game developed by Twisted II Studio. Set in a fictional forest of North USA, this game offered a psychological-horror experience for players while exploring the never-ending map of the game. Throughout its gameplay, players encountered an eerie feeling and almost walked on the edge of the madness. Dark Fracture: Prologue brought a different suspense in players’ minds by making them question almost everything they see in the game. Released in 2020, this game’s sequel will most probably release in 2024. 

Deathly Stillness

Deathly Stillness is a third-person horror game that offered a TPS set-up without any plot. As the description cited, it is a boring game that offers players the option to shoot the in-game zombies for completing the quest. Deathly Stillness didn’t debut officially. It released within 17 days and created as a tutorial for other TPS horror games. This game’s horror-themed environment is not for giving goosebumps but provides a fun-filled experience for the players. Available for free on Steam, Death Stillness is a must-play for zombie shooters. 

Cry of Fear

Developed and published by Team Psykskallar, Cry of Fear is another psychological horror game in a single-player and cooperative manner. Set in a fictional deserted town in Scandinavia, this game offered players to act like its young protagonist and look for answers so that they can leave the town. Cry of Fear offered a unique horror experience by transitioning the in-game protagonist into a person descending into madness slowly. The transition itself brought a heavy spooky feeling throughout the game. Cry of Fear can be your next favorite game to play during Halloweens this year.  

Cursed

Produced by Disaster Squad, the Cursed trilogy is one of the finest games in horror environments. Despite its unusual non-scary experience, Cursed offered one of the finest gaming experiences with its point-and-click feature. This unique fun experience of the game made it very popular among fans. Cursed offered players to explore a tunnel in search of a missing girl. Although this game isn’t really scary but it sure will cheer up the mood anytime. 

Dagon: by H.P. Lovecraft

Based on a story by Lovecraft with a similar title, Dagon: by H.P. Lovecraft offered madness, and unspeakable horrors just like a usual Lovecraft narrative. This game brought a lot of immersion to players and came as a free game on Steam. Dagon’s USP lay in its extraordinary visuals and story narration, which gave a one-of-a-kind gaming experience for VR users. Dagon is not a lengthy game and can easily be completed within half an hour. However, the gameplay itself became like a narrative through its impeccable storytelling. Developed and published by Bit Golem, this game should be a must-play for Lovecraftian aesthetic lovers. 

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Dark Deception

Developed by Glowstick Entertainment, Dark Deception is a first-person perspective game with a horror setup. This game’s direct message for players was to run or die. In this game, players were trapped in a maze with a mysterious woman. Many spooky monkey-like enemies were also seen in the game. Dark Deception is a great choice for survival-horror game fans. Its creative gameplay and dark aesthetics are sure to catch anyone’s attention. 

Dissonance

Set in a fictional research facility abandoned for years, Dissonance can be an ideal name for horror-adventure game lovers. Trapped in a poisonous atmosphere, players needed to use many gadgets while discovering the research facility. Developed by Resonance Studio, this horror game offered strategic actions for players within a short period. Throughout the game, we saw players holding their breath as they discover more in-game mysteries. 

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Deceit

Developed and published by World Makers, Deceit is a horror game that depended much on the player’s own instincts. This meant that in this game players were offered to act as per their instinct and trust factors to resist virus-infected enemies. Deceit is an action multiplayer FPS game that presented a spooky environment through its gameplay. Players can opt for innocent characters and find resources in-game which often bring a sinister vibe. Ultimately, they have to trust their instinct on the items and survive. 

Empty Shell: Prologue

This free horror game on Steam appeared as an absolute favorite for critical video game lovers. Empty Shell: Prologue offered intense opponents, and mind-boggling puzzles with intriguing suspense for players throughout the game. This game’s rogue-like aesthetics brought an excellent horror atmosphere for players. 

Entropy: Zero 2

Entropy: Zero 2 is a combat-oriented game developed by Breadman. This game’s new weapons and interesting enemies brought a lot of positive appreciation from the fans. Entropy was a modification of another famous game, Half-Life 2. Set in a fictional facility, Entropy offered players the to explore Dr. Judish Mossman’s communications facility and capture him. 

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