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If your game night lacks the constant threat of industrial dismemberment, we have fantastic news. Mike Klubnika—the twisted mastermind behind the breakout hit Buckshot Roulette—and co-developer GDeavid have officially released Machine Party on Steam. Described as a “friendslop” collection of delightfully violent party games, Machine Party lets 2 to 4 players compete in a series of glorious, gore-soaked mini-games to prove whose life actually has value. Better yet, you can ruin your friendships for cheap: the game is currently sitting at a 15% launch discount until August 13. 15 Ways to Betray Your Best Friends Pumped up by a heavy industrial soundtrack from composer Alex Peipman, Machine Party takes the wholesome, party-game genre and subjects it to a series of borderline-illegal safety violations. Set inside the gloomy, familiar Klubnika universe, the game drops test subjects into 15 unique mini-games where split-second reflexes, cold calculation, and shameless backstabbing are all on the table. Whether you’re dodging deadly machinery or navigating tense
Continue reading →
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Fresh off their dreamlike trip down the rabbit hole with their Alice in Wonderland line, DIFF Eyewear is back. This time, to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust on your everyday wardrobe. Prepare to be swept off your feet by their brand-new Disney Princess Collection. It’s an enchanting lineup of luxury shades inspired by Ariel, Cinderella, Moana, Jasmine, and Belle! Blending classic fairytale charm with everyday wearability, each frame captures the unique spirit and storybook magic of these beloved heroines. Better yet? Every regal pair is priced at $119, making it easier than ever to add a touch of royalty to your summer look. Meet the Royal Lineup Ariel 3.0: Inspired by life under the waves, these shades feature a playful oversized silhouette dipped in dreamy, shimmery pink tortoise hues straight out of a mermaid’s treasure trove. Pearl-inspired details cascade along the temples, whilmermaid’snk gradient lenses nod to the Little Mermaid’s iconic hair and ballgown. Perfect for free spirits always
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The Underworld Universe is expanding its supernatural footprint once again. Mad Cave Studios has officially announced VICTORIA JAGUAR, a brand-new five-issue miniseries from Underworld creator Mark London (Battlecats, Hunt. Kill. Repeat.). Bringing the ancient horror to life is comics superstar Marco Rudy (Bucky Barnes: The Winter Soldier, Justice League Dark), who delivers stunning painted interior artwork and the main cover, with lettering by industry veteran Pat Brosseau (Dick Tracy). Since its debut in 2024, Mad Cave’s shared universe has built a sprawling line of high-concept supernatural thrillers—including Revolution 9, Hour of the Wolf, Exit City, Mister Nemo, and the massive crossover event Endless Night. Now, the mythology takes a deep dive into ancient immortal folklore. The Nightmare Is Real The story follows a man tormented by impossible, flesh-tearing nightmares who travels across the globe in search of the mythical Victoria Jaguar—an immortal protector chosen by the Night Sky itself centuries ago. But when Victoria digs into the truth behind his
Continue reading →
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Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the North Atlantic, Netflix is gearing up to unleash a spine-tingling new creature-thriller that proves the ocean holds way more than just cod and lobster. The streaming giant has dropped the first teaser trailer for “Below.” It’s a six-episode coastal nightmare starring Josh Hartnett (Penny Dreadful, Trap, Oppenheimer). Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things) and Mackenzie Davis (Station Eleven) also star. Before dropping anchor on Netflix this October, the series will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 10. A Small Town with Big Aquatic Problems Filmed on location in St. John’s, Newfoundland, the series drops audiences into a tight-knit seaside village where the local wildlife has suddenly developed a taste for terror. In the series, Calvin Penney (Hartnett) is a big‑hearted fisherman living in a small Newfoundland town. He is still haunted by his father’s mysterious death from decades ago. When a sea creature
Continue reading →
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Last year, Angry Orchard brought Friday the 13th to the Orchard by partnering with the Jason Universe for a blood-curdling hard cider 12-pack and tie-in short film. This year? They’re hanging up the hockey mask, picking up the landline, and giving horror fans a Halloween collaboration that is a total Scream. Just in time for the spooky season, Angry Orchard Hard Cider is joining forces with the iconic Scream franchise to drop a limited-edition “Thriller Pack”—complete with a brand-new, Ghost Face-inspired flavor! Four Flavors to Die For Dropping in stores this August, the 12-can variety pack features four distinct autumn-ready flavors re-themed with killer Halloween names: Caramel Apple Curse, Headless Pumpkin, Blood Orange, and Mystery Caller. While the first three sound delicious enough to lose your head over, it’s the Mystery Caller can that will have horror collectors scrambling. Not only is the can itself emblazoned with the iconic, slash-happy Ghost Face mask, but the entire “Thriller Pack” box comes
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Dark Sky Films is preparing to unleash Blood Shine, a striking fusion of arthouse sensibility and visceral folk horror, directed by Emily Bennett and Justin Brooks. It is a haunting descent into obsession and a story that blurs the line between enlightenment and agony. A Hallucinatory Spiral Blood Shine centers on Clara, played by Shelby Oaks star Emily Bennett, a devout zealot who worships the light through solitary, increasingly sadistic rituals deep in the countryside. Enter Brighton West (David Call). He is a troubled filmmaker who retreats upstate in a desperate bid to finish his latest screenplay. When a chance encounter brings the two together, Brighton becomes entangled in Clara’s radical spiritual practices. He becomes convinced that her ceremonies hold the key to transforming him into a god. However, Clara draws the director into a fever-dream web of faith, flesh, and ultimate sublime terror. Indie Horror Royalty Assembles The film boasts an impressive lineup of genre favorites. Bennett and Call
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who The new official poster for Robert Eggers’ Werwulf has finally clawed its way into the light. It gives us a first glimpse at a contorted transformation that promises a creature feature unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Eggers has revealed he is aggressively stripping away modern cinematic cliches and reconstructing the werewolf mythos from its primal, folk-horror roots. Set against the bleak, unforgiving backdrop of 13th-century England, the film follows an ancient apex predator stalking the countryside, turning medieval superstition into a horrifying, living nightmare. A Powerhouse Ensemble of Heavy Hitters True to form, Eggers has assembled an elite cast of favorite collaborators and powerhouse talent to navigate the dark ages. The film is led by Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp, hot off their work on Eggers’ Nosferatu. They are joined by Eggers’ favorite, Willem Dafoe, bringing back the unhinged, mad-eyed intensity of The Lighthouse. Ralph Ineson, whose gravelly, rumbling presence anchored The Witch, is also starring. Bodhi Rae Breathnach
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Parenthood is already a sleep-deprived nightmare, but Finnish filmmaker Hanna Bergholm is about to make it officially terrifying. Shudder has officially snapped up the rights to Nightborn, Bergholm’s highly anticipated follow-up to her grotesque, body-horror indie darling Hatching (2022). The streaming giant locked down distribution worldwide, ensuring horror fans everywhere can witness the chaos. The dark, visceral fable debuted in competition at Berlinale. Next, it is set for its North American premiere at the Fantasia Festival on July 22. Thankfully, you won’t have to wait long to stream it at home; the film drops exclusively on Shudder on August 1. Motherhood Can Be a Nightmare Written by Bergholm and Ilja Rautsi, Nightborn follows Saga and her British husband, Jon, who move into an isolated woodland house to build a perfect, picture-postcard family life. Naturally, because this is a horror film, that dream immediately implodes. The second their baby is born, Saga realizes something is deeply, horribly wrong with her newborn
Continue reading →
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So, if there’s one thing modern horror fans know for certain, it’s that if Maika Monroe is starring in a horror film, we are in for an absolute, skin-crawling masterpiece. Fresh off the heels of Longlegs, she is returning to the genre in Victorian Psycho. The 19th-century-set film which has an R-rating from the MPAA for “strong bloody violence and brief sexual material.” Dark Secrets in the Manor Adapted directly from the acclaimed novel by author Virginia Feito herself, the film casts Monroe as Winifred, an eccentric governess. She arrives at a remote, gloomy gothic estate to care for a wealthy family’s children. Naturally, it doesn’t take long for the manor’s staff and residents to notice that something is deeply, terribly wrong. Beneath Winifred’s delicate, polite exterior lies a dark and bloody secret. She, however, isn’t just a quiet teacher. She is a ruthless, cold-blooded 19th-century serial killer. A Masterclass Genre Ensemble Under the direction of Zachary Wigon (Sanctuary) and
Continue reading →
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If classic genre cinema has taught us anything, it’s that a sweltering summer night down under is the perfect backdrop for carnage. Writer-director Mia-Kate Russell is bringing that bloody tradition back with her film, Penny Lane Is Dead. A Cupcake Game Gone Terribly Wrong Set on a scorching summer night in 1986 Australia. The film centers on Penny Lane, who joins her best friends Toni and Amy to celebrate her recent college acceptance. What should have been an innocent night of teenage rebellion takes a sharp, violent left turn. Penny’s deeply troubled cousin, Kat, decides a cruel prank is in order. However, the thoughtless, spiked-cupcake game quickly spirals out of control. What unfolds is a chaotic, blood-soaked night of betrayal, rage, and raw survival. Russell delivers a brutal descent into friendship gone wrong, laced with pitch-black comedy and visceral tension. Ensemble and Creative Team Bringing this retro nightmare to life is a talented ensemble cast led by Sophia Wright-Mendelsohn, Tahlee
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If your game night lacks the constant threat of industrial dismemberment, we have fantastic news. Mike Klubnika—the twisted mastermind behind the breakout hit Buckshot Roulette—and co-developer GDeavid have officially released Machine Party on Steam. Described as a “friendslop” collection of delightfully violent party games, Machine Party lets 2 to 4 players compete in a series of glorious, gore-soaked mini-games to prove whose life actually has value. Better yet, you can ruin your friendships for cheap: the game is currently sitting at a 15% launch discount until August 13. 15 Ways to Betray Your Best Friends Pumped up by a heavy industrial soundtrack from composer Alex Peipman, Machine Party takes the wholesome, party-game genre and subjects it to a series of borderline-illegal safety violations. Set inside the gloomy, familiar Klubnika universe, the game drops test subjects into 15 unique mini-games where split-second reflexes, cold calculation, and shameless backstabbing are all on the table. Whether you’re dodging deadly machinery or navigating tense
Continue reading →
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Fresh off their dreamlike trip down the rabbit hole with their Alice in Wonderland line, DIFF Eyewear is back. This time, to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust on your everyday wardrobe. Prepare to be swept off your feet by their brand-new Disney Princess Collection. It’s an enchanting lineup of luxury shades inspired by Ariel, Cinderella, Moana, Jasmine, and Belle! Blending classic fairytale charm with everyday wearability, each frame captures the unique spirit and storybook magic of these beloved heroines. Better yet? Every regal pair is priced at $119, making it easier than ever to add a touch of royalty to your summer look. Meet the Royal Lineup Ariel 3.0: Inspired by life under the waves, these shades feature a playful oversized silhouette dipped in dreamy, shimmery pink tortoise hues straight out of a mermaid’s treasure trove. Pearl-inspired details cascade along the temples, whilmermaid’snk gradient lenses nod to the Little Mermaid’s iconic hair and ballgown. Perfect for free spirits always
Continue reading →
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The Underworld Universe is expanding its supernatural footprint once again. Mad Cave Studios has officially announced VICTORIA JAGUAR, a brand-new five-issue miniseries from Underworld creator Mark London (Battlecats, Hunt. Kill. Repeat.). Bringing the ancient horror to life is comics superstar Marco Rudy (Bucky Barnes: The Winter Soldier, Justice League Dark), who delivers stunning painted interior artwork and the main cover, with lettering by industry veteran Pat Brosseau (Dick Tracy). Since its debut in 2024, Mad Cave’s shared universe has built a sprawling line of high-concept supernatural thrillers—including Revolution 9, Hour of the Wolf, Exit City, Mister Nemo, and the massive crossover event Endless Night. Now, the mythology takes a deep dive into ancient immortal folklore. The Nightmare Is Real The story follows a man tormented by impossible, flesh-tearing nightmares who travels across the globe in search of the mythical Victoria Jaguar—an immortal protector chosen by the Night Sky itself centuries ago. But when Victoria digs into the truth behind his
Continue reading →
NetflixNewsStreaming TVThrillerTrailers
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the North Atlantic, Netflix is gearing up to unleash a spine-tingling new creature-thriller that proves the ocean holds way more than just cod and lobster. The streaming giant has dropped the first teaser trailer for “Below.” It’s a six-episode coastal nightmare starring Josh Hartnett (Penny Dreadful, Trap, Oppenheimer). Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things) and Mackenzie Davis (Station Eleven) also star. Before dropping anchor on Netflix this October, the series will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 10. A Small Town with Big Aquatic Problems Filmed on location in St. John’s, Newfoundland, the series drops audiences into a tight-knit seaside village where the local wildlife has suddenly developed a taste for terror. In the series, Calvin Penney (Hartnett) is a big‑hearted fisherman living in a small Newfoundland town. He is still haunted by his father’s mysterious death from decades ago. When a sea creature
Continue reading →
HalloweenMoviesNewsProduct
Last year, Angry Orchard brought Friday the 13th to the Orchard by partnering with the Jason Universe for a blood-curdling hard cider 12-pack and tie-in short film. This year? They’re hanging up the hockey mask, picking up the landline, and giving horror fans a Halloween collaboration that is a total Scream. Just in time for the spooky season, Angry Orchard Hard Cider is joining forces with the iconic Scream franchise to drop a limited-edition “Thriller Pack”—complete with a brand-new, Ghost Face-inspired flavor! Four Flavors to Die For Dropping in stores this August, the 12-can variety pack features four distinct autumn-ready flavors re-themed with killer Halloween names: Caramel Apple Curse, Headless Pumpkin, Blood Orange, and Mystery Caller. While the first three sound delicious enough to lose your head over, it’s the Mystery Caller can that will have horror collectors scrambling. Not only is the can itself emblazoned with the iconic, slash-happy Ghost Face mask, but the entire “Thriller Pack” box comes
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsTrailers
Dark Sky Films is preparing to unleash Blood Shine, a striking fusion of arthouse sensibility and visceral folk horror, directed by Emily Bennett and Justin Brooks. It is a haunting descent into obsession and a story that blurs the line between enlightenment and agony. A Hallucinatory Spiral Blood Shine centers on Clara, played by Shelby Oaks star Emily Bennett, a devout zealot who worships the light through solitary, increasingly sadistic rituals deep in the countryside. Enter Brighton West (David Call). He is a troubled filmmaker who retreats upstate in a desperate bid to finish his latest screenplay. When a chance encounter brings the two together, Brighton becomes entangled in Clara’s radical spiritual practices. He becomes convinced that her ceremonies hold the key to transforming him into a god. However, Clara draws the director into a fever-dream web of faith, flesh, and ultimate sublime terror. Indie Horror Royalty Assembles The film boasts an impressive lineup of genre favorites. Bennett and Call
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsTrailers
who The new official poster for Robert Eggers’ Werwulf has finally clawed its way into the light. It gives us a first glimpse at a contorted transformation that promises a creature feature unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Eggers has revealed he is aggressively stripping away modern cinematic cliches and reconstructing the werewolf mythos from its primal, folk-horror roots. Set against the bleak, unforgiving backdrop of 13th-century England, the film follows an ancient apex predator stalking the countryside, turning medieval superstition into a horrifying, living nightmare. A Powerhouse Ensemble of Heavy Hitters True to form, Eggers has assembled an elite cast of favorite collaborators and powerhouse talent to navigate the dark ages. The film is led by Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp, hot off their work on Eggers’ Nosferatu. They are joined by Eggers’ favorite, Willem Dafoe, bringing back the unhinged, mad-eyed intensity of The Lighthouse. Ralph Ineson, whose gravelly, rumbling presence anchored The Witch, is also starring. Bodhi Rae Breathnach
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsShudderStreaming TVTrailers
Parenthood is already a sleep-deprived nightmare, but Finnish filmmaker Hanna Bergholm is about to make it officially terrifying. Shudder has officially snapped up the rights to Nightborn, Bergholm’s highly anticipated follow-up to her grotesque, body-horror indie darling Hatching (2022). The streaming giant locked down distribution worldwide, ensuring horror fans everywhere can witness the chaos. The dark, visceral fable debuted in competition at Berlinale. Next, it is set for its North American premiere at the Fantasia Festival on July 22. Thankfully, you won’t have to wait long to stream it at home; the film drops exclusively on Shudder on August 1. Motherhood Can Be a Nightmare Written by Bergholm and Ilja Rautsi, Nightborn follows Saga and her British husband, Jon, who move into an isolated woodland house to build a perfect, picture-postcard family life. Naturally, because this is a horror film, that dream immediately implodes. The second their baby is born, Saga realizes something is deeply, horribly wrong with her newborn
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNewsTrailers
So, if there’s one thing modern horror fans know for certain, it’s that if Maika Monroe is starring in a horror film, we are in for an absolute, skin-crawling masterpiece. Fresh off the heels of Longlegs, she is returning to the genre in Victorian Psycho. The 19th-century-set film which has an R-rating from the MPAA for “strong bloody violence and brief sexual material.” Dark Secrets in the Manor Adapted directly from the acclaimed novel by author Virginia Feito herself, the film casts Monroe as Winifred, an eccentric governess. She arrives at a remote, gloomy gothic estate to care for a wealthy family’s children. Naturally, it doesn’t take long for the manor’s staff and residents to notice that something is deeply, terribly wrong. Beneath Winifred’s delicate, polite exterior lies a dark and bloody secret. She, however, isn’t just a quiet teacher. She is a ruthless, cold-blooded 19th-century serial killer. A Masterclass Genre Ensemble Under the direction of Zachary Wigon (Sanctuary) and
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsShudderStreaming TVTrailers
If classic genre cinema has taught us anything, it’s that a sweltering summer night down under is the perfect backdrop for carnage. Writer-director Mia-Kate Russell is bringing that bloody tradition back with her film, Penny Lane Is Dead. A Cupcake Game Gone Terribly Wrong Set on a scorching summer night in 1986 Australia. The film centers on Penny Lane, who joins her best friends Toni and Amy to celebrate her recent college acceptance. What should have been an innocent night of teenage rebellion takes a sharp, violent left turn. Penny’s deeply troubled cousin, Kat, decides a cruel prank is in order. However, the thoughtless, spiked-cupcake game quickly spirals out of control. What unfolds is a chaotic, blood-soaked night of betrayal, rage, and raw survival. Russell delivers a brutal descent into friendship gone wrong, laced with pitch-black comedy and visceral tension. Ensemble and Creative Team Bringing this retro nightmare to life is a talented ensemble cast led by Sophia Wright-Mendelsohn, Tahlee
Continue reading →
