We already published the list of best original Xbox games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best original Xbox survival/horror games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the original Xbox definitely has a great library of survival/horror games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the original Xbox and survival/horror games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Silent Hill 4: The Room
- Release Data: KCET/Konami, 2004
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Silent Hill 4: The Room is an interesting sequel that attempts to branch out in several areas of gameplay and setting while remaining true to the psychological thriller-style that’s always set the Silent Hill series apart from more action-oriented scares.
If you’re a horror fan or a Silent Hill fan, Silent Hill 4: The Room is certainly worth looking at.
#9. Breakdown
- Release Data: Namco/Electronic Arts, 2004
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Breakdown is an average action game that happens to feature some exceedingly cool moments of brilliance, and for anyone looking for something new and interesting in the genre of first-person action-adventure titles, these moments of exceptionality make the game worth a look.
#8. The Thing
- Release Data: Computer Artworks/Black Label Games, 2002
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
In the end, The Thing‘s unique blend of action, puzzle-solving, and team management works very well.
The mix of gameplay elements really helps to keep the game interesting the whole way through, since at just about every turn the game asks you to do something that you haven’t done before.
#7. Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth
- Release Data: Headfirst Productions/2K Games, 2005
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The presentation looks somewhat dated at times, and some other aspects of the game are also pretty rough.
But if you can tolerate a few technical deficiencies and are up for a significant challenge, then you can look forward to Call of Cthulhu mightily impressing you and freaking you out equally in turn.
#6. The Suffering: Ties That Bind
- Release Data: Surreal Software/Midway, 2005
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The Suffering: Ties That Bind has its moments, but most of these moments are the same sorts of moments that you saw in the previous game.
If you’re a fan of the previous game and you’re looking for more of the same, Ties That Bind simply fits the bill.
#5. Legacy of Kain: Defiance
- Release Data: Nixxes Software/Eidos Interactive, 2003
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Legacy of Kain: Defiance has an outstanding premise, but it’s ultimately a little bit disappointing.
It certainly isn’t a bad game, and fans of its main characters should play it just to see more of Kain’s and Raziel’s interactions with each other and the rest of the Legacy of Kain cast.
#4. Fatal Frame: Special Edition
- Release Data: Tecmo, 2002
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
The game’s unique concept and execution offer an alternative to the standard survival horror conventions, although it also features some of the gameplay drawbacks common to the genre.
That said, the game’s presentation is engaging, and its gameplay is involving enough to make it a game that fans of the genre will want to check out.
#3. The Suffering
- Release Data: Surreal Software/Midway, 2004
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Though The Suffering tends to rely more on startling you with visual effects and sudden attacks than on actually trying to scare you, it’s still a pretty refreshing take on horror-themed games.
Overall, The Suffering is a fun shooter that fans of action games will get a kick out of.
#2. Silent Hill 2: Restless Dreams
- Release Data: KCET/Konami, 2001
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Silent Hill 2 is a much prettier, somewhat smarter, but less-compelling game than the original.
Those who had hopes that the sequel would improve upon every aspect of Silent Hill will be disappointed, because it doesn’t.
But high expectations aside, you’re still left with a sturdy game, whichever system you end up playing it on.
#1. Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Director’s Cut
- Release Data: Tecmo, 2004
- Genre: Action Adventure » Survival
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Director’s Cut is an absolutely great update to what was already a wonderfully spooky game.
There’s a little something for everyone here—first-time players can enjoy the easier traditional modes, experienced players will enjoy the added challenge of the survival mode, and the extras flesh out the game for all.
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