Survival horror refers to a subgenre of survival video games that include horror game elements. The player character is vulnerable and under-armed, which puts emphasis on puzzle … See more

Origins (1980s–1996)
The origins of the survival horror game can be traced back to earlier horror fiction novels. Archetypes have been linked to the books of See more

De-emphasized combat
Survival horror games are a subgenre of horror games, where the player is unable to fully prepare or arm their avatar. The player usually encounters several factors to make combat unattractive as a primary option, such as a … See more

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