Rachael Phillips-Contributor

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May, 2024
BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing
Horror, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, PS4
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About Rachael Phillips

Rachael is a University of Lincoln graduate and Writer on The Best War Games! During her time at uni she was able to research and write her dissertation on psychological horror video games - Outlast, P.T. Demo, Doki Doki Literature Club  are all super interesting in terms of how they generate fear via body horror, narrative style, and design. The relationship between the game and the gamer is something that really interests her, especially the way that games address and reflect real world issues.
She also loves horror films; raised on 80s slashers, creepypasta, and urban legends, it's no surprise that Halloween is her favourite holiday.
Her proudest gaming achievement is getting 100% on Assassins Creed 2; it was the first game she ever fully completed. Her next goal is to finally 100% Metallica's 'One' on expert difficulty on Guitar Hero 3 - she refuses to believe it's impossible without double tap!

Favorite Games

My favourite game has to be Skyrim - I went from watching my older brother play to playing it myself and it never seems to get old. A close runner up is Assassins Creed but I also have an affinity for horror games (particularly Outlast). Of course Minecraft  and Mario Kart  go without saying.

Favorite Movies

My favourite movie is The Lost Boys, well dressed vampires and the beach? What more could you want! 70s/80s horror films in general are my jam, but Sinister  deserves an honourable mention. Despite this I'm not adverse to a romcom or a Dreamworks film every now and then!

Favorite Console

My favourite consoles are the PS1/PS2, perhaps not performance-wise but definitely nostalgia-wise; I have fond memories of playing Xena Warrior Princess and Spyro and I love the potatoey aesthetic! Since then I've jumped to Xbox 360 and PS4, as well as dabbling in the PC world (I still favour controller over mouse and keyboard though).

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9 Best Horror Games About Cryptids

The following horror games about cryptids put the rumored beasts in the spotlight and are perfect for cryptozoologists.

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9 Best Horror Games That Explore Guilt

Guilt is a complex and powerful emotion, something these horror games exploit to deliver powerful stories and terrifying settings.

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10 Horror Game Villains That Deserve A Spin-Off Game

Whether for lore reasons, role reversals, or exciting story potential, these horror villains are primed to star in their own spin-off game.

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10 Best Games With A Vampire Protagonist

These games deliver a wide range of excellent vampiric experiences, putting players in the shoes of some of gaming's best vampires.

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10 Games Inspired By Horror Books

Horror books have acted as inspiration for movies for the better part of a century, and they've also inspired these video games as well.

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Best Found Footage Horror Games

The found footage subgenre of horror began with movies, but it has found life in video games as well.

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9 Best Horror Games About Being Stalked

Being stalked in a game can be incredibly unnerving. For those brave enough to face such a scenario, here are the best horror titles to check out.

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9 Best Robot Horror Games

Fans of robots, technology, and even machinery are certain to enjoy what these unnerving horror games have to offer.

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11 Best Horror Games Set In A School

Dreading that next exam? Terrified of the homeroom teacher? These horror games set in schools are certainly not going to help alleviate those fears.

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Best Horror Games Set In Japan, Ranked

Japan is a popular setting for video games, and horror titles are no exception. For players who love to get scared, here are some of the best.

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Best Fairy Tale Horror Games, Ranked (feature image)
Best Fairy Tale Horror Games, Ranked

These games explore the darker sides of the fairy tales we know and love.

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10 Best Cartoon Horror Games

These games may feature charming cartoon art styles, but underneath, sinister horror stories are lurking.

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Best Games Where You Can Become A Rock Star

Looking to live out your rock star dreams through a video game? These titles offer the best experience.

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7 Best Horror Games Inspired By Sonic (According To Itch.io)

The bizarre world of fan-made horror games on itch.io that revolve around Sonic the Hedgehog is packed with some hidden gems worth your time.

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7 Best Bodycam Horror Games

These titles use the unique perspective of bodycam footage to create creepy, unsettling, or terrifying stories and atmospheres.

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13 Horror Games That Use Security Camera Mechanics

These horror games empower players by giving them access to surveillance to track dangerous monsters, but that doesn't make them any less scary.

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9 Horror Games About Trains

These horror games use the unique setting of a train to build suspense and offer their own brands of scares.

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10 Best Home Invasion Horror Games, Ranked

Home invasions are a terrifying concept, something that these indie horror games explot to invoke fear and paranoia in their players.

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Skyrim: 12 Quests With The Best Active Effect Rewards

Active Effects can prove to be very beneficial in Skyrim. Here are some quests players can complete to unlock the best ones.

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Best Horror Games Set In Stores

Stores might not seem like spooky locales for horror games; however, these games prove that they can be downright terrifying.

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