How to Collect Horror Video Games

One of the most popular genres in console video gaming is horror. This can also be called horror survival. Whatever you call these scary video games, they are some of the best to play. While other games are fun, horror video games get to your emotions on a deeper level. You're immersed in terrifying worlds that are sure to leave you shaking. If you like this genre and want to improve your collection, there are certain steps you can follow. Read on to build up a great horror survival video game collection.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Money for Purchasing Games
• Video Game Consoles
• Television

1. Assess your current console situation. What video game consoles do you have? Make sure to buy games for the consoles you already own so that you don’t have any added costs.

2. Stick with the tried and true horror series. The most famous series in this genre are Silent Hill, Fatal Frame, and Resident Evil. Try to have at least one game from each of these horror series in order to have a good collection.

3. Mix up horror survival subgenres. Some horror games focus on ghosts while others focus on zombies. For a better collection, be sure to have some of everything.

4. Look for obscure games. The best game collections are the ones that have rare games. If you find a horror game you haven’t heard of, pick it up.

5. Enlist the help of other gamers. Aren’t sure about what horror games to buy? You can get a good idea by talking to game store employees or other gaming friends.

6. Read reviews. If you’re unsure of how good a game is, read the review before you buy it.

Tips & Warnings

• To save money on your collection, buy some or all of your games used.
• For added impact and collection presentation, put your horror games on their own shelf.