You don’t need monsters, ghosts, or demons to make a horror game. While Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Dead Space lean into the supernatural and the otherworldly, Conscript, a terrifying new shooter directly inspired by the village battle in RE4, relies strictly on the brutality of war. I’m reminded of the opening level of Battlefield 1 - the absolute chaos, the Boschian frenzy of it all. Boasting a distinctive pixel aesthetic, a heartbreaking narrative, and a distinctive authorial voice, after years of waiting, Conscript is finally here. Continue reading Brutal new horror game Conscript mixes Resident Evil and Battlefield 1 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, Upcoming PC games, Best horror games