Blumhouse Games Debuts with 'Fear the Spotlight' Lo-Fi Horror
The game combines 90s horror aesthetics with a heartfelt teen narrative in a unique gaming experience.
- Fear the Spotlight is Blumhouse Games' first release, developed by Cozy Game Pals, a husband-and-wife team.
- The game features a lo-fi, low-poly aesthetic reminiscent of 90s horror games, though it sometimes struggles to maintain that retro feel.
- It follows two teen protagonists, Vivian and Amy, navigating a haunted high school setting and dealing with relatable teen issues.
- The game was initially released in 2023 and has been expanded with new content, including a second campaign from Amy's perspective.
- Despite some tonal inconsistencies and gameplay challenges, the game is praised for its sincere storytelling and engaging puzzles.