Sometimes, it's not about atmosphere in a horror game — it's about the perfect time to ambush you with a jump scare.

2. I loved the xenomorph hiding in plain sight on a statue in Episode 2. The scare was perfect and unexpected, as we, the audience, were led to believe it was still possible to be down some floors in ...

Many video games are full of alien horrors, but these are the best games that let players turn the tables and become the terror from outer space. When you purchase ...

What is a “jumpscare”? Well, if you live in a home without teenagers to explain it to you, it’s the thing that happens when you’re watching a horror movie and some abrupt sound, image, or other bump ...

As Disney and 20th Century Studios revive the Alien and Predator series, we think a new video game crossover should already be in the works.

Jump scares are a contentious topic in horror. Some people love them, others feel that they're cheap. It's an easy way to elicit a fear response, and sometimes, it can feel like a storyteller is ...

Evan is a Communications student based in Edmonton, Alberta. Formerly a sports writer, he was drawn to Game Rant by his longtime passion for video games. An avid gamer since the age of 13, Evan has ...