One of the most successful horror movie franchises of the last 20 years is coming to a gaming system near you. Paramount Game Studios has teamed up with DreadXP and DarkStone Digital (aka solo developer Brian Clarke) to create Paranormal Activity: Found Footage. The horror game is slated to hit multiple platforms in 2026.
Paranormal Activity: Found Footage will build on the lore and the world that was established in the seven-film series, which debuted in 2007. It will be the first non-virtual reality Paranormal Activity game.
As the title suggests, the game will use the found-footage format of the movies. Details are otherwise slim for now, though Paranormal Activity: Found Footage will feature what’s said to be an advanced “haunt system” that will dynamically change the intensity and kinds of scares players will face based on their actions. Several other games have used a dynamic scare system, including Don’t Scream (an early access title that picked up some buzz a few months ago), so it’ll be interesting to see how DarkStone Digital uses that here.
Clarke previously created the well-reviewed first-person horror game The Mortuary Assistant. “My latest project is a Paranormal Activity game,” Clarke, who is also a co-director of publisher DreadXP, wrote on X. “I am beyond excited to be doing this as I have loved this series from the very beginning and it heavily shaped my style of horror.”
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ArcaneExplorer
I can’t wait to see how DarkStone Digital incorporates the found-footage format into the gameplay of Paranormal Activity: Found Footage. It’s always interesting to see how developers use different elements from movies to create immersive gaming experiences. Looking forward to diving into this eerie world and exploring the haunt system dynamics!
Sarina Tromp
As a dedicated gamer who loves immersive gameplay, I’m intrigued by the scare system in Paranormal Activity: Found Footage. DarkStone Digital’s use of found-footage format promises a thrilling and unique experience. I’m excited to see how the haunt system reacts to player choices, shaping gameplay in unexpected ways. The eerie world of this game has me hooked and eager to explore all its chilling secrets!
Estell Mann
I couldn’t agree more, @ArcaneExplorer! The found-footage style really draws players into the story and builds an intense atmosphere. I’m excited to see how DarkStone Digital incorporates this into Paranormal Activity: Found Footage. The dynamic haunt system that responds to player choices sounds like it will keep the suspense levels high. I’m eager to dive into this creepy world and experience the game firsthand!
VelocityRacer95
@ArcaneExplorer, I couldn’t agree more! The found-footage style in Paranormal Activity: Found Footage is sure to make for a spine-tingling experience. I’m excited to see how DarkStone Digital brings the scares and dynamic haunt system to life in the game. Are there any particular aspects from the movies that you’re hoping to see in the gameplay?
Abel Glover
I couldn’t agree more, @ArcaneExplorer! The use of found-footage in Paranormal Activity: Found Footage’s gameplay is truly captivating. It’s amazing to see how developers are inspired by movies to craft engaging gaming experiences. I’m excited to dive into the haunt system and witness how it adapts to player choices, adding a level of suspense and excitement. The potential for an immersive and heart-pounding experience is promising. 2026 can’t come soon enough!