Frightening Fun: 10 Terrifying Co-op Games you can play with your friends this HALLOWEEN.
The Ultimate Co-op Horror Lineup for Halloween
Halloween night is the perfect time to share a terrifying experience with friends. Playing horror games together can turn fear into unforgettable fun. The world is full of co-op titles that demand teamwork, communication, and courage. Thus, facing the supernatural with a squad makes the screams even louder. Here are 10 of the best co-op horror games to play with friends across Southeast Asia and the world this spooky season.
1. Dead by Daylight
This is a legendary horror multiplayer game. Players are divided into two factions: the “Murderer” and the “Survivor.” Survivors must work together to repair generators. This opens the escape door. This 4v1 fighting game is known for its tension and the brutality of its selectable killers. These killers come from famous movies and franchises like Freddy Krueger or Ghost Face. The game may not be very haunting, but it is extremely stressful. You never know when the killer is secretly playing with your job.
2. Hunt: Showdown 1896
Hunt: Showdown 1896 is a shooting survival game. It mixes horror with the intensity of monster hunting. Players take on the role of an old fashioned bounty hunter. They must invade an area full of supernatural targets, including zombies, demons, and mutants. You compete against other teams to eliminate the targets and escape with a reward. The haunting aspect of the game lies in the sound of footsteps and sniper fire. The 1896 era atmosphere makes everything look dull and cold. It is a game that is both haunting and exciting at the same time.
3. R.E.P.O.
This is a co-op horror game where players are a supernatural collection team for a company. You must go into a haunted house or cursed location to retrieve a strange object. All the while, “something” is constantly watching you. This game heavily focuses on communication and planning. The slightest mistake or noise can spell disaster for the entire team. Additionally, the characters in this game are surprisingly cute.
4. Dark Hours
This 4-player horror game requires you to survive in a dark environment full of mysteries. The game atmosphere is reminiscent of Phasmophobia mixed with Outlast. Players must use a flashlight, detection devices, and mindfulness to explore a wasteland full of Dark Hours puzzles. The soundtrack is creepy. The rhythm of the Jump Scares may shock even hardcore players.
5. Phasmophobia
We must talk about this game because it is one of the most famous ghost hunting games in the world. The game puts players in the role of a professional ghost hunter. They must use tools like EMFs, Spirit Boxes, and video cameras to check for evidence of spirits. The highlight is the realism of communicating with ghosts through your real microphone. The more you play with your friends, the more fun it becomes. Every name you call out may be the last word you say.
6. Barotrauma
Tired of land? Let us move to underwater horror. This dangerous submarine survival game is set deep underwater. Players must cooperate to control the ship, manage the electrical system, repair damage, and prevent strange deep sea creatures from attacking. Tensions arise constantly because everyone has different duties. The slightest mistake can turn an entire ship into an undersea graveyard. It is a stressful and hilarious game, especially when a friend accidentally causes a detonation. That is often more terrifying than encountering monsters.
7. Escape the Backrooms
This survival game is set in a parallel world. It is filled with endless empty spaces. Players must find a way out of the “Backrooms,” where mysteries are constantly haunting you. The game features an uncomfortable atmosphere, haunting silence, and a sweaty escape rhythm.
8. DEVOUR
An indie survival game with a unique charm. The player takes on the role of a cult member. You must perform a ritual to exorcise demons from the body of a possessed leader. This is not simple, as the demons become fiercer every time your ceremony is underway. This co-op game is full of panic and loud screams from teammates who can never be silent. It is a game that brings good laughter on a spooky Halloween night. Sometimes, it can result in a tired panting sound from running away from a ghost all night.
9. PANICORE
This co-op horror game focuses on escaping haunted places. The game combines elements of Lethal Company and Phasmophobia. Players must explore, collect, solve puzzles, and dodge strange creatures chasing them. The highlight is the extremely pressurizing sound and light atmosphere. It also uses a sound system that forces the mic to be turned on. This makes talking to friends a matter of survival or death.
10. Lethal Company
An indie game that went viral in a short time. Players take on the role of an employee for a strange company. The selling point of this game is the hilarity of death. Each round is filled with laughter and anger from the mistakes of your friends.
Whether your friends prefer realistic spooky scares or hilarious horror, these 10 games are a great choice to spend Halloween with friends. They offer a creepy atmosphere mixed with high-volume laughter and shouting into the microphone. Do not let this year’s ghost release day be lonely.
