The Epic Games Store’s annual Halloween Sale has arrived, and it’s not just horror aficionados who have reason to celebrate. On October 21, 2025, Epic Games rolled out a sale that covers a startlingly broad spectrum of blockbuster titles and cult favorites, mixing heart-thumping horror with some of the most acclaimed games of the past decade. For gamers, it’s a rare opportunity to snag everything from psychological thrillers to sprawling open-world adventures at a fraction of the usual price.
Among the headline-grabbing deals are modern classics such as Red Dead Redemption 2, Cyberpunk 2077, The Witcher 3, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Hogwarts: Legacy. Newer entries like Civilization 7 and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 are also featured, making the sale a veritable feast for anyone looking to expand their digital library. According to Epic Games’ official listing, even older gems like Batman: Arkham City, Bioshock: The Collection, and the nine-year-old Far Cry Primal are available at strikingly low prices—an irresistible invitation for players who may have missed these titles the first time around.
But let’s be honest: it wouldn’t be a Halloween sale without a healthy dose of horror. This year, the Epic Games Store is spotlighting some of the genre’s best, including recent hits like Alan Wake 2 and the highly anticipated remake of Silent Hill 2. Indie darling Dredge—which made waves in 2023 for its eerie atmosphere—joins the roster, alongside zombie-laden favorites Dead Island 2 and Dying Light 2. For those who prefer their scares with friends, the multiplayer sensation Dead by Daylight is also discounted. And if you’re after something a bit off the beaten path, Inscryption offers a folk-horror deck-building experience that’s as moody as it is memorable.
What makes this sale especially intriguing is how it dovetails with a major moment in horror gaming history: the return and reinvention of the Silent Hill franchise. As reported by GameSpot, the Silent Hill series has spent 26 years carving out a reputation as the psychological backbone of survival horror. Its formula—dropping a tormented protagonist into the fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill, where their inner demons take monstrous form—has been both a blessing and a curse. While the approach has yielded unforgettable classics, it’s also risked repetition.
Yet, as the series evolved, it occasionally broke its own mold. Silent Hill 4: The Room shook things up by trapping players in a nightmarish apartment, abandoning the familiar town and cult motifs in favor of claustrophobic exploration and shifting perspectives. This risk-taking spirit, however, faded in subsequent entries like Silent Hill: Origins, Homecoming, and Downpour, which largely retreaded the original formula without moving the series forward.
Then came 2014’s P.T., a playable teaser directed by Hideo Kojima that reinvigorated the franchise with its cryptic, looping hallway and chilling narrative. Although P.T. was ultimately revealed as a preview for the cancelled Silent Hills, its impact on the horror genre was profound—showing fans and creators alike that Silent Hill could still surprise, unsettle, and innovate.
After over a decade of silence, Konami resurrected the series in 2024 with a full remake of Silent Hill 2. While the remake was both well-made and critically acclaimed, many fans and critics noted that it was treading familiar ground. The hunger for something truly new remained.
Enter Silent Hill f, which launched in September 2025 and is now available (and discounted) as part of Epic’s Halloween Sale. This newest entry takes perhaps the boldest step yet: it moves the action out of the iconic American town and into 1960s Japan. Instead of foggy streets and cultish dread, players navigate a world shaped by Japanese folklore, shrines, and temples. The game’s setting is more than just a backdrop—it’s a lens through which new themes and anxieties are explored.
At the heart of Silent Hill f is Hinako, a protagonist whose struggles are rooted not in her own misdeeds but in the suffocating expectations of her society. In 1960s Japan, Hinako faces the prospect of a prearranged marriage, the loss of autonomy, and the crushing weight of tradition. As GameSpot explains, "Whereas previous Silent Hill protagonists are psychologically tortured because of actions and choices they’ve made, Hinako is thrust into a situation she had no say in that drives her to near madness." The game’s multiple endings reflect the consequences not only of Hinako’s choices but of the choices made for her—ranging from madness and addiction to acceptance and, in the best-case scenario, reclaiming her free will.
For longtime fans, Silent Hill f represents a significant thematic shift. While the series has featured female protagonists before, its feminist themes have never been so front-and-center. The narrative tackles misogyny, societal roles, and the struggle for self-determination—issues that resonate far beyond the boundaries of horror gaming.
Beyond its narrative innovations, Silent Hill f also reimagines the franchise’s spiritual and supernatural elements. Instead of the satanic cults and overtly Western religious imagery of past games, this entry draws on Japanese spirituality, incorporating spirit worlds, folklore, and the haunting beauty of shrines and temples. According to GameSpot, "Silent Hill f gives it a unique spin by spotlighting Japanese folklore, shrines, and temples, giving the entire experience a more eastern religious feeling." It’s a far cry from the series’ usual fare, and the result is both familiar and refreshingly strange.
Of course, Silent Hill f isn’t the only horror title making waves this Halloween. The Epic Games Store sale is a treasure trove for anyone eager to revisit or discover the best the genre has to offer. Whether you’re drawn to the atmospheric dread of Silent Hill 2 and Dredge, the pulse-pounding action of Dead Island 2 and Dying Light 2, or the social scares of Dead by Daylight, there’s something for every kind of player. Even those who shy away from horror can find plenty to love in the sale’s blockbuster lineup.
Epic’s Halloween Sale isn’t just about slashing prices—it’s a celebration of gaming’s ability to evolve, surprise, and reflect the anxieties of its time. With Silent Hill f leading the charge, the season’s scariest deals also offer a glimpse into the future of the horror genre: one where old formulas are upended, new voices take center stage, and the only certainty is that the fog will keep rolling in.
For players, the message is clear: whether you’re looking to revisit old nightmares or confront new ones, now’s the perfect time to dive in.
