The documentary series, set to release in April, spans five episodes with a total runtime of 5.5 hours, showcasing over 50 horror and game industry icons.
March 13, 2025 – Following an outstanding 9.1 out of 10 average rating from a preview by backers, TerrorBytes: The Evolution of Horror Gaming has unveiled its launch trailer and commenced its final pre-sale campaign. This new documentary series, featuring 50+ horror luminaries such as John Carpenter and Akira Yamaoka, is now available for pre-order ahead of its April release. Exclusive perks include early digital access to episodes 1 and 2, name credit in the series, access to the Darkness Unlimited streaming service, and a digital copy of FPS: First Person Shooter. Fans can discover more about TerrorBytes and secure their copy at terrorbytesdoc.com.
Each episode of TerrorBytes delves into a distinct theme, starting with survival horror and progressing to licensed games, FMV and interactive movie games, the indie horror scene, and concluding with “cursed” and controversial games. The impressive lineup includes renowned figures like John Romero, Corey Taylor, Swery65, and many others.
Writer and director Richard Moss expressed, “Horror games offer a diverse range of experiences and emotions separate from traditional gaming, and their culture of innovation extends back to the early days of video games. It has been an incredible journey to document the genre’s story in this series.” Producer Daniel Richardson added, “Shooting with the pioneers of horror gaming worldwide has been a dream come true. The development of TerrorBytes into the documentary we envisioned has been tremendously rewarding, and fans will undoubtedly find this tribute to one of the medium’s greatest genres captivating.”
Episode 1 – Enter The Survival Horror: This episode delves into the evolution of survival horror, from its early titles like 3D Monster Maze to the explosive success in the 90s with games like Alone in the Dark, Resident Evil, and Silent Hill, exploring its lasting impact and popularity today.
Horror enthusiasts can pre-order their copy of TerrorBytes and learn more at terrorbytesdoc.com.
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