10 Best Psychological Horror Games on PlayStation 5 (December 2025)

As 2025 starts to wind down, spooky season is back in full force. For that reason, it’s the perfect time to load up psychological horror on PlayStation 5. For this reason, this update blends newer releases with hidden gems that shine once the lights are off. With that said, this list of the 10 best psychological horror games on PlayStation 5 stays simple and unranked. Along the way, you’ll find creepy slow-burns, story-driven scares, and games that quietly get under your skin. So, grab your controller and settle in; whether you want chills or full-on tension, these games are ready to test your nerves.

10. Amnesia: The Bunker

Amnesia: The Bunker is one intense ride. Right from the start, you’re stuck in a WWI bunker with a monster that never quits, and honestly, it will make you sweat. What’s more, every playthrough feels a little different, so you never know what’s coming next. Along the way, you’ll sneak through dark hallways, fight or hide, and constantly worry about your tiny ammo stash. Even more tricky, turning on a light feels risky. Thankfully, safe rooms give brief relief, but not for long. In the end, the run is short, but still, those nail-biting moments, escaping darkness, and setting traps stick longer.

9. Alien Isolation

Alien: Isolation proves that horror isn’t just about jump scares; it’s about the dread that sticks with you. Right from the start, the Xenomorph doesn’t follow a script. Instead, it listens, learns, and checks vents. Along the way, players hide in lockers, holding their breath while it paces outside, hissing as if it knows they’re there. On top of that, the ’70s sci-fi aesthetic shines, with CRT monitors, clunky terminals, and shadowy corridors. With that in mind, almost no weapons, just noisemakers and nerves, make it stealth horror at its finest. Overall, Alien: Isolation is slow, suffocating, and unforgettable.

8. Until Dawn

Eight friends, one creepy mountain lodge, and a night that goes horribly wrong. Until Dawn drops players straight into a horror nightmare, right away, choices matter, thanks to the butterfly effect system, and every decision can doom a favorite character. Meanwhile, the game blends tense suspense with brutal jump scares, slow-building dread, and surprisingly fun co-op moments when friends pass the controller back and forth. At the same time, the story twists keep you guessing, and PS5 enhancements make it look sharper and run smoother than ever. 

7. Dead by Daylight

Dead by Daylight on PS5 is pure chaos. At the same time, one player becomes the killer. The other four are scrambling to repair generators, dodge traps, and survive. Meanwhile, sometimes it feels like the killer is everywhere at once. Along the way, corners are dark. Shadows move. Every chase is different, and every second counts. Additionally, the PlayStation 5 upgrades make it even crazier. What’s more, crossovers with movies, shows, and other games keep things unpredictable. All in all, it’s messy, tense, and completely replayable horror fun that never really lets go.

6. Cronos: The New Dawn

Cronos: The New Dawn throws players into a messed-up, nightmarish world after a massive cataclysm. Every choice matters, and yep, sometimes it’s terrifying. So, as a Traveler, hopping through time rifts helps find lost people and, at the same time, search for a way back to 1980s Poland. Along the way, quick reflexes help, but also, a bit of luck doesn’t hurt. On top of that, hidden secrets pop up when least expected, and danger is basically everywhere. Overall, it’s tense, chaotic, and strangely addictive, a real mix of strategy, reflexes, and fear.

5. Silent Hill 2 Remake

Silent Hill 2 Remake throws players into a creepy, mind-bending story following James Sunderland, a widower pulled to the town by a letter from his dead wife. Right away, things feel off. Shadows linger too long, monsters appear when least expected, and it’s honestly a bit nerve-wracking. Occasionally, you want to run, but meanwhile, the PS5 remake is gorgeous and spooky and, additionally, feels fresh. And the sound is incredible, with every creak, whisper, and distant groan contributing to the best soundtrack. By the end, it’s terrifying, confusing, messy, and overall, totally unforgettable.

4. The Quarry

The Quarry drops players into a wild night at Hackett’s Quarry, where nine teenage counselors must survive. Right away, supernatural creatures and violent locals turn everything chaotic. At the same time, every choice matters. Meanwhile, the star-studded cast, including Ariel Winter, David Arquette, and Lin Shaye, brings every moment to life. On top of that, the PS5 version not only delivers sharper graphics but also ramps up tense environments while providing cinematic storytelling. And in the end, The Quarry is chaotic, intense, and sometimes hilarious, yet somehow completely addictive.

3. Allan Wake 2

Years after the original, players dive into a twisted, mind-bending nightmare in Alan Wake 2. Right away, an FBI agent investigates a brutal murder, while Alan himself is trapped in a strange alternate dimension. Along the way, switching between their perspectives adds tension, confusion, and also some seriously creepy moments. Meanwhile, the PS5 version cranks up the eerie woods, shifting shadows, and unexpected surprises that stick with you. And honestly, it’s stylish, strange, sometimes funny, yet still absolutely terrifying, a psychological horror experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

2. Dead Space

Jumping onto the USG Ishimura feels like stepping straight into a nightmare, and Dead Space does not hold back. Right away, Isaac Clarke is running and hiding and, at the same time, trying not to lose his mind while Necromorphs pop up everywhere. Meanwhile, the PS5 version looks insane, with flickering lights, seamless rooms, and even jump scares that make you yelp. Concurrently, the tension never lets up, and in fact, sometimes it’s just pure chaos. It’s scary, a little messy, and a total psychological horror thrill ride.

1. Visage

Turning a simple house into a living nightmare, Visage takes the spot as one of the best psychological horror games on PS5. Right from the start, you control Dwayne Anderson while exploring a strangely structured house with a dark history. Along the way, avoiding darkness is crucial. What’s more, there’s no combat, light is your fragile lifeline, and every creaking floorboard keeps tension high. On top of that, the PS5 Enhanced Version adds smoother frame rates, faster loading, and realistic haptic footsteps. In the end, slow, subtle, and psychologically devastating, this game haunts long after the credits roll.