[Up to 5] “Phasmophobia”-Like 1 Ghost vs. 4 Investigators Horror Launches—Scare Friends! Today's 6 Steam Picks [Oct. 27, 2026]

New titles are released on Steam every day. Many of you probably want to check out the most talked-about new releases but find it hard to keep up with the constant stream of new releases, right?

That’s why the Game*Spark editorial team has narrowed down the selection to titles that meet the following criteria: “released within the last three days, whether in Early Access or as a full release” and “have received over 100 reviews (regardless of whether they’re positive or negative).” We’re introducing all the fresh picks across every genre! Check out this article to see which titles are currently drawing the most attention on Steam.

SEVERANCE (Out of Early Access)

This ghost-investigation horror game supports co-op play for up to five players, where you must survive attacks from supernatural entities while uncovering the true nature of the ghosts. Players take on the role of investigators, exploring locations where mysterious phenomena occur to identify the types of dangerous ghosts present.

During investigations, players use tools such as EMF meters, video cameras, thermometers, and dolls to observe paranormal phenomena and ghost-specific behaviors at the scene and gather evidence. To narrow down the ghost’s identity, it’s crucial to share the information gathered with teammates and identify its behavior patterns.

Additionally, as a unique feature of this title, it includes a mode where players face off against AI-controlled ghosts, as well as an asymmetric multiplayer mode where one player takes on the role of a ghost to attack the investigators. As the ghost, you can enjoy outmaneuvering the investigators by knocking on doors, throwing objects, or lowering their sanity levels before launching an attack.

Stygian: Outer Gods (Out of Early Access)

A survival horror game influenced by the works of H.P. Lovecraft.Set in the same world as *Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones*, released in 2019, this game follows you as you explore Kingsport—a fog-shrouded settlement that was once prosperous but is now largely in ruins—alongside the enigmatic occult researcher Victoria, where you’ll encounter nightmares that have existed for centuries.

During your exploration, you’ll investigate dark forests, mines, the coastline, and old mansions to gather clues and items that advance the story. In combat, you can use melee weapons such as knives, sickles, and hammers, as well as firearms like revolvers, shotguns, and rifles.The game also features a progression system where you select skill cards to enhance your abilities. The choices and actions you take during exploration influence the story’s development, and maintaining your sanity while exposed to fear and madness is a crucial element of survival.

REKA (Out of Early Access)

Set in a world inspired by Slavic folklore, this adventure game lets you enjoy life as a witch and explore the world.Players take on the role of Reka, an apprentice to the legendary witch Baba Yaga, and journey through a world filled with autumn forests, swamps, and villages. The game’s standout feature is the ability to bring along a “magical house”—which walks on giant bird legs—on your adventures. As you explore this lush, natural world, you’ll hone your powers as a witch and build a life of your own.

Along the way, you can gather materials to learn spells, tame wild animals to make them your companions, or bring them back to your home. The Magical House, which serves as your base, can be freely customized into a hideaway of your own design by arranging walls, furniture, and decorations as you please.

In the full version, the story finally comes to a conclusion, and side quests, shrines, and collectibles have been added. For house building, in addition to new types of wood and items, the update includes the ability to place or delete multiple building blocks at once via drag-and-drop, a compass to indicate rotation direction, a smarter snap function, and improvements to roof construction.

Phantom Line: Prologue

This is the free prologue version of “Phantom Line,” a cooperative shooter where players take on the challenge of containing paranormal phenomena. As a member of an elite special operations unit tasked with dealing with “Anomalies”—strange, unexplainable phenomena unknown to the general public—you’ll work for a mysterious conglomerate known as Mortfield Industries.

In the game, you’ll head to the Iron Corridor—a region of Eastern Europe ravaged by international tensions and supernatural phenomena—where you’ll face rifts in space-time, monstrous creatures, and serious international conflicts.

In the Prologue edition, you can experience training, the first story mission, and an introductory exploration of the island.Gear up and head into the battlefield either alone or with up to three fellow operators. Since the playtest version released in March, the game has undergone several updates, including a shorter tutorial, an expanded Anomaly Pocket, and a complete overhaul of the gunplay.

Task Bar Cube

An idle RPG that can be played in full-screen mode or via the taskbar. You can level up your characters and pets as they continue to battle automatically, and by engaging in combat, you’ll collect rare equipment items divided into seven tiers.

Chests, which you can obtain every 5 minutes of play, come in different tiers, and all items inside can be listed on the Steam Community Market.

PixelBoss: Shattered Depths (Out of Early Access)

A high-difficulty 2D platformer with pixel art graphics. Players navigate stages filled with dangerous traps and enemies, using their sword and shield to take on the foes and bosses that stand in their way.

Stages are filled with spikes, collapsing platforms, and mechanical traps; players must navigate by crossing moving platforms and jumping over obstacles with precise timing.