The holiday season is here, but forget about carols and jingles—December 2024 is packed with some of the spookiest horror video games. If you thought November’s releases were chilling, December is set to deliver everything from psychological thrillers to pulse-pounding survival experiences. And don’t worry, we’ll keep the fire going all month long with horror-filled features, suggestions, and countdowns to make your holidays creepier than ever. Remember, CreepyBonfire.com brings you fresh horror game and movie releases every single month!
Here’s your guide to the best horror games dropping this December.
[Bober Bros] The Hole – December 5
A nightmare begins with the sound of drilling. [Bober Bros] The Hole explores the unsettling fractures in domestic life as you uncover dark secrets lurking behind the walls of your seemingly ordinary home. The game dives deep into psychological horror, offering no cheap scares—only the terrifying realities hidden in plain sight. Every creak and crack reveals more about the chilling truth, ensuring a disturbing experience that’ll linger long after you finish.
Dungeon Done – December 6
Gather your team because Dungeon Done is here to test your survival instincts. In this co-op horror extraction game, you and up to five friends explore dungeons abandoned by heroes. But danger isn’t gone—it lurks in the shadows, ready to strike. The goal? Loot as much treasure as possible and make your escape. But heavy chests require teamwork, sealed doors demand clever strategies, and survival depends on sticking together. Can you get out alive before the dungeon claims you?
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Granny: Escape Together – December 6
Granny is back, and this time, it’s multiplayer. In Granny: Escape Together, you and up to two friends must find a way out of Granny’s haunted house in under five days. Puzzles, hidden keys, and deadly secrets await at every turn. Granny isn’t the only danger—you’ll also face something terrifying lurking in the basement. Move quietly, think quickly, and stay out of sight. The immersive hide-and-seek mechanics will have your heart racing with every creak of the floorboards.
Zort – December 7
One of the most anticipated Horror Video Games coming in December is this one. Zort combines horror and fun with an innovative co-op experience. Up to four players explore haunting maps filled with traps, creatures, and secrets. Voice chat makes it easy to strategize—or panic—together as you search for the exit. The mix of mini-games and unique survival mechanics adds a playful twist, keeping things fresh while still delivering tension. Whether you’re screaming in fear or laughing with friends, Zort promises a horror experience unlike any other.
Among Ashes – December 9
What starts as a game becomes a nightmare. In Among Ashes, you’re lured into playing a mysterious first-person horror game called Night Call. As the virtual terrors bleed into reality, you’ll face monsters in both worlds. Solve puzzles and fight for survival in a retro-styled manor, while dark entities in your own home haunt your every move. With its layered storytelling and meta-horror elements, this game is sure to keep you up at night.
Go Home Annie – December 10
Time to hop onto the unsettling world of the SCP Foundation in Go Home Annie. As Annie, a low-level employee of this shadowy organization, you’re tasked with testing artificially replicated paranormal events. But the job quickly takes a dark turn as you uncover the secrets of the Replication Division. Twisted puzzles, strange anomalies, and psychological tension make this game a standout in the horror genre. Will you escape the loop, or will the SCP Foundation consume you?
10 Dead Doves – December 13
Friday the 13th brings 10 Dead Doves, a narrative horror game with fixed perspectives and Appalachian atmosphere. Play as Marcus Stetson, a backpacker on the trail with his fiery friend Sean. Together, they search for the “Ant Farm,” a mythical place tied to dead birds and cryptic warnings. As the story unfolds, cryptic dreams and a haunting figure known as The Wren will test your sanity. Equal parts quirky and unnerving, this game is perfect for fans of deeply atmospheric storytelling.
The Cabin Factory – December 13
Keeping up the spooky spirits for Friday 13th. Inspect, report, and survive in The Cabin Factory. As a newly hired inspector, your job is simple: decide if the cabins you visit are haunted. But be warned—if the answer is “yes,” your next step is to run. Drawing inspiration from liminal spaces and classic walking simulators like P.T., this short horror experience will keep you on edge. Clocking in at about an hour, it’s a quick yet impactful dive into psychological terror.
UNHEIM – December 17
Set in Bavaria, UNHEIM redefines the horror surveillance genre. Armed with outdated tech and paranormal gadgets, you must monitor and report anomalies while surviving direct confrontations with hostile entities. Each encounter requires quick thinking and strategy as the creatures adapt to your actions. With its high difficulty and focus on survival, UNHEIM promises to challenge even the most seasoned horror fans. Can you outwit the lurking horrors and make it through the night?
Alien: Rogue Incursion – December 19
Alien fans, this one is for you and we can say one of the most anticipated Horror Video Games for December is here. Xenomorphs invade VR in Alien: Rogue Incursion. This action-horror game puts you in the boots of Zula Hendricks, a former Colonial Marine, as she battles through a research facility teeming with deadly aliens. Using iconic gear like the Motion Tracker and Pulse Rifle, you’ll need sharp reflexes and nerves of steel to survive. With reactive AI and dynamic combat, every decision matters. Noise can attract enemies, and mistakes will lead to gruesome deaths. Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled fight for survival in the Alien universe.
On Air – December 27
Closing out December is On Air, a survival horror game with sci-fi elements. Set in 1969 during Hurricane Camilla, you wake up in the mysterious Algol Hotel. The ordinary rooms soon give way to nightmarish landscapes filled with lurking creatures and metallic screeches. With the help of a unique device, you must unravel the hotel’s secrets and escape before the conspirators find you. The blend of atmospheric tension and puzzle-solving makes On Air a must-play for fans of survival horror.
December is packed with thrills, jumpscares, and nightmares to keep you wide awake during the holidays. From psychological mysteries to cooperative terror, these horror games are ready to make your season anything but merry. Don’t forget to check CreepyBonfire.com every month for the freshest horror movie and video game releases to keep the fear alive year-round! Meanwhile, check out The Most Immersive Horror Games That Listen to Your Microphone.
