psychological
Mind games taken way too far; explore the disturbing genre of psychological thrillers that make us question our perception of sanity and reality.
Haunted Adult Games Kids Should Never Play . Top Story - October 2023.
Tricks are for kids, but ritualistic games are for adults, especially when the following are at play. The games mentioned here bring unknown curiosities to life, so they say, playing on fears and the irresistible lure of a good mystery. If you aren’t afraid of potentially psychologically distressing fun, play one or two games from this list. Just in time for Halloween!
By Criminal Matters2 years ago in Horror
Harrowed
They sit across from each other, one man, one woman. The man has a knife in his hand which he is using to cut slices from an apple and then with it, feeding himself the slices. He holds the knife out to the woman, an apple slice sitting atop it. Her mouth is watering visibly but she shakes her head and curls her lip up into a sneer. She doesn't want anything from the man.
By Adam Diehl2 years ago in Horror
Haunted House Series- Comfort Food
"Do you have to go out tonight?" she asked, sounding plaintive as he came out of the bathroom. George looked a little silly in his running clothes, the combination still making him look a little like a beach ball even months after he'd started running in the evening. He had been checking his weight on the bathroom scale and the news was dire, as it always seemed to be. The dial had spun around and for a moment he had been hopeful that it might show improvement. He had been running for nine and a half months, despite his mother's protests, and every time he stepped onto the scale he prayed it would show him some improvement.
By Joshua Campbell2 years ago in Horror
The Sacrifice of Innocence
In the dimly lit basement of an old, dilapidated house, three strangers huddled together, their breaths shallow and trembling. Sarah, a young woman with wide, frightened eyes, clutched a flickering candle, casting eerie shadows on the faces of Mark and Lily, two others who had become her unlikely companions in this nightmare.
By Damola adejare2 years ago in Horror
Scout's Honor
This was a new addition to my bookshelf, and my growing TBR pile, that was bought on a whim during an unscheduled (and quite unnecessary) trip to the bookstore. This particular book happened to be on one of the display tables around the store, and I’m a sucker for a good book display, so I grabbed myself a copy and, after some more browsing and selecting, made my way to the cashier with a small stack of books wrapped in my arms. I’m not entirely sure why, perhaps something intuitively sank its hooks in me, but I knew that this was a book that I needed to begin right away. After more than 150 pages in one night, I was captivated, engrossed, and frankly horrified, but I couldn’t seem to put it down.
By Kurt Mason2 years ago in Horror
The Faceless Man. Content Warning.
The Faceless Man The old house stood on a hill, overlooking the town. It had been empty for years, ever since the last owner had died mysteriously. Some said the house was haunted, and that a faceless man roamed its halls at night.
By Taydes williams2 years ago in Horror
The Psychology of Horror: Why Do We Find Certain Things Scary?
The horror genre has intrigued people for centuries, from scary stories told around campfires to frightening movies. The reason why horror captivates us so much is because it can trigger emotions like fear, suspense, and anxiety. But what makes certain things scary? Why do we become fascinated with the eerie, supernatural, and macabre? This article delves into the psychology behind horror, uncovering the mechanisms that make us scream, shiver, and crave spine-tingling experiences.
By Smita Bimbra2 years ago in Horror
