Can a Sidescroller Be Scary? | Overwhelm | Hybrid Plays

Most well known horror games are 3D. But is it possible to create a significantly scary experience in only two dimensions? My answer is yes. Today, we're looking at Overwhelm, Axiom Verge, and Metroid Fusion, which are just a few examples of 2D games that nail atmospheric horror. Come along for the spookiest episode of Hybrid Plays yet!

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