Understanding Cultures of Taboo as an Indonesian Ghostbuster: Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror
Pamali, which means abstinence, prohibition or things that should not be done at a certain place or time because they can cause evil.
Stifled – The noises we make in the dark create our fear
Stifled is a great and interesting experience, because it is different than other. But on the other hand, the story leaves much room for speculation – maybe too much. If you’re sensitive to this topic and you don’t want to risk being disappointed now, I would recommend to grab it for a discount later. Besides that, it is, as I said, a great little horror walking simulator with a surprisingly innovative gameplay mechanic.
In SIMULACRA we struggle with our bad conscience while searching for a missing woman
With SIMULACRA, Kaigan Games delivered a masterpiece. Building up on Sara Is Missing, this game has been improved in every possible way. It looks better and smoother, recreating a more believable phone experience. Voice and video acting is more professional (although still a bit overacted at times) and the story is more believable.
Atmospheric Horror “Home Sweet Home” Takes us on a Scary Trip to Thailand
In ‘Home Sweet Home’, we have to think of ways to survive, by being stealthy, hiding from evil spirits and also solving some puzzles. The storyline is unique, and I think it’s one of the freshest story-lines I’ve ever played in Asian horror games.
The Letter: Never Ignore a Chain Letter or it May Get You Killed
The Letter is a visual novel made by Filipino studio Yang Yang Mobile and it takes the consequences of such a chain letter very seriously. The game is inspired by Japanese and Korean ghost stories such as The Grudge or The Ring, so players might have an idea what to expect already.
‘Sky Garden’ and ‘Home Sweet Home’ represent Vietnam and Thailand at Game Connection 2017 America
Two candidates from Southeast Asia represent regional game development at Game Connection America 2017. Part of this significant industry event are the Development Awards where 22 games from various platforms have been nominated in different categories by a wide cast of jury members.
Our Darkest Night – Don’t Let the Killer Get You (Early Access)
Taking a closer look at Our Darkest Night – a 2D survival game from Thailand currently in Early Access.
Microphone-enabled horror game ‘Stifled’ – Can they hear you scream in the dark?
A preview of “Stifled” an innovative horror video game from Singapore with an echo-locating system.
Enter the haunted mansion in ‘The Letter’
Yang Yang Mobile’s ‘The Letter’ is a visual novel with horror elements from the Philippines.
Voyeuristic phone simulator ‘Sara Is Missing’ wants us to feel awkward
Sara is Missing is a visual novel with horror and detective elements for Android devices.
Unfinished business in Malaysia: Tell No One
A closer look a the demo of the Malaysian horror game Tell No One.
Finding a virtual SEA – Looking for games
What games are there in Southeast Asia and a short look at DreadOut from Indonesia.