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Paranormal Games: The Midnight Man

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Midnight Man

Welcome back to another edition of Paranormal Games at iHorror. The Midnight Man, for me, is creepier than our last entry–The Three Kings Ritual–mostly because rather than sitting down and asking questions, this game puts your squarely on the run from an entity you willingly invite into your home for over three hours.

The Midnight Man‘s murky origins seem to date back to a Creepypasta that emerged sometime before 2010, which is where I found one of the earliest dated entries online for it. Of course, as these things go, they claim that it was based on an old pagan ritual used to punish law-breakers.

Whether you believe that or not, I’ll leave up to you. Regardless, the story has worked its way into the realm of urban legends and has spawned multiple film adaptations including one starring Lin Shaye and Robert Englund.

Also, unlike the previous games we’ve mentioned which are made for only one or two, players, The Midnight Man or The Midnight Game depending upon your source can be played by as many people as you want. In fact, given the objective of the game, it would actually be a good idea to have multiple players to keep the Midnight Man’s focus divided.

Take a look at the instructions below and decide if you’re ready to face The Midnight Man.

Supplies, Instructions, and Warnings for The Midnight Man

Supplies:

  1. Candle
  2. Lighter or book of matches
  3. A writing implement
  4. A piece of paper
  5. A wooden door, closed
  6. Salt (enough to make a decent-sized circle around yourself)

Supply Note: Each player will need each of the items listed for themselves save for the door. Different sites say different things, but there seems to be a consensus that you can all use the same door and do that part of the ritual together. However, if you have multiple wooden doors available and there’s enough for all your players, by all means, split up!

Instructions:

Write your full name (first, middle, last) on your piece of paper and then, using the pin, prick your finger and place one drop of your blood on the paper allowing it to soak in.

You will want to play the game inside a house/building where you have plenty of room to spread out and move around. You must break away from each other when the game begins so you’ll want room to move about without constantly being in each other’s way.

Turn off all the lights inside wherever you are playing.

When midnight approaches, set your piece of paper in front of the door, light your candle, and set it atop of the piece of paper.

Now, here’s the tricky part of initiating the game. You must knock on the wooden door 22 times and the final knock must take place at the moment the clock strikes midnight, otherwise the game will not work. This is actually a good reason to use multiple doors. One of you is bound to hit the door at the stroke of midnight.

After the 22nd knock, open the door, blow out your candle, then close the door again.

IMMEDIATELY RELIGHT YOUR CANDLE!

Assuming you have followed all the rules, the Midnight Man is now in your home, and your job is to avoid him at all costs until 3:33 am.

You should begin to walk around inside your home. You’re allowed to go anywhere except outside but do not stop moving for any reason. You have become prey for the Midnight Man, and he won’t stop stalking you until the game ends.

According to the entries about him on various websites, he can see inside your mind and dig out your deepest fears trapping you inside a hallucination that will last until the game ends.

Other sites also mention that he may remove your organs one at a time. You will be sentient but unable to stop him from doing so. You will also be unable to cry out for help from your fellow players.

If your candle goes out, you have ten seconds to relight its flame. If you’re successful, keep moving. If you fail to do so, you should immediately make a circle of salt around you large enough for you to sit down within its borders and stay there until the game ends at 3:33 am.

Should you feel a sudden drop in temperatures, hear phantom whispers, or see a dark, shadowy figure, the Midnight Man is near. Again, keep moving and protect your candle’s flame.

At 3:33, the game is ended and you may now, turn on the lights in your home.

Warnings:

Do NOT turn the lights on during the game.

Do NOT substitute a flashlight for the candle.

Do NOT allow yourself to fall asleep once the game has begun.

Do NOT use someone else’s blood on your paper. (That’s cheating!)

Do NOT try to provoke the Midnight Man in any way during the game. Your job is stay on the run, not stage a confrontation with the beast.

And finally, and perhaps the most creepy of the bunch, don’t assume that just because the game is over the Midnight Man has left. Some say once you’ve played, he never truly leaves. He’s always watching. Even now…while you’re reading this.

Now this is 2020, so of course there are YouTube videos of people playing the game. I’ll include one below, but let us know if you’ve ever played The Midnight Man in the comments and tell us about your experiences!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGfiJ-rPdoY

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The Best Horror-Themed Casino Games

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Horror-themed entertainment enjoys significant popularity, captivating audiences with movies, shows, games, and more that delve into the eerie and supernatural. This fascination extends into the world of gaming, particularly in the realm of slot games.

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Several standout slot games have successfully incorporated horror themes, drawing inspiration from some of the genre’s most iconic films, to create immersive and thrilling gaming experiences year-round.

Alien

Alien

If you have been looking for an online mobile casino for your horror fix, perhaps the best game to start with is the 1979 sci-fi horror classic. Alien is the kind of movie that has transcended its genre and become a classic to the point that some people don’t immediately remember it as a horror movie.

In 2002, the movie was given official status: it was given an award by the Library of Congress as a historically, culturally, or aesthetically significant piece of media. For that reason, it only stands to reason that it would get its own slot title.

The slot game offers 15 pay lines while paying homage to many of the best original characters. On top of that, there are even little nods to many of the actions that happen throughout the film, making you feel right in the heart of the action. On top of that, the score is quite memorable, creating an immersive experience in one of the greatest movies ever.

Psycho

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Psycho (1960), courtesy Paramount Pictures.

Arguably the one that started it all. Dedicated horror fans will no doubt reference this horror classic, which originated in 1960. Created by masterful director Alfred Hitchcock, the movie itself was actually based on a novel of the same name.

As all of the classics were, it was filmed in black and white and can be thought of as quite low-budget, especially compared to many blockbuster horror movies of today. That said, it might be the most memorable of the bunch and that led to the creation of a memorable slot title as well.

The game offers a whopping 25 pay lines, delivering heart-pumping excitement in much the same way that the movie does. It visually captures the look and feel of Psycho in every way, making you feel the suspense of Hitchcock’s creation.

The soundtrack and backdrop add to the chill factor as well. You can even see the most iconic sequence – the knife scene – as one of the symbols. There are plenty of callbacks to enjoy and this game will make even the most critical of Psycho lovers fall in love as they attempt to win big.

A Nightmare on Elm Street

A Nightmare On Elm Street

Fredy Kreuger is one of the most iconic characters in not only horror, but pop culture. The sweater, the hat, and the slashing claws are all trademarks. They come to life in this 1984 classic and the supernatural slasher feels immersive in this slot machine title.

In the movie, the story centers around teenagers who are haunted by the dead serial killer in their dreams. Here, you will have to attempt to win with Freddy haunting the background. He appears in all five reels, providing a win over 30 potential pay lines.

If you get lucky, Freddy can make you pay: up to 10,000x your bet. With huge jackpots, the most recognizable characters from the original film, and the feel of being right there on Elm Street, this is one of those games that you will come back to again and again much like the many sequels that followed.

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‘Immaculate’ Stars Reveal Which Horror Villains They Would “F, Marry, Kill”

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Sydney Sweeney is just coming off the success of her rom-com Anyone But You, but she’s ditching the love story for a horror story in her latest film Immaculate.

Sweeney is taking Hollywood by storm, portraying everything from a love-lusting teenager in Euphoria to an accidental superhero in Madame Web. Although the latter got a lot of hate among theater-goers, Immaculate is getting the polar opposite.

The film was screened at SXSW this past week and was well-received. It also gained a reputation for being extremely gory. Derek Smith of Slant says the, “final act contains some of the most twisted, gory violence this particular subgenre of horror has seen in years…”

Thankfully curious horror movie fans won’t have to wait long to see for themselves what Smith is talking about as Immaculate will hit theaters across the United States on March, 22.

Bloody Disgusting says that the movie’s distributor NEON, in a bit of marketing smarts, had stars Sydney Sweeney and Simona Tabasco play a game of “F, Marry, Kill” in which all their choices had to be horror movie villains.

It’s an interesting question, and you might be surprised at their answers. So colorful are their responses that YouTube slapped an age-restricted rating on the video.

Immaculate is a religious horror movie that NEON says stars Sweeney, “as Cecilia, an American nun of devout faith, embarking on a new journey in a remote convent in the picturesque Italian countryside. Cecilia’s warm welcome quickly devolves into a nightmare as it becomes clear her new home harbors a sinister secret and unspeakable horrors.”

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‘Terminator: Survivors’: Open World Survival Game Releases Trailer And Is Launching This Fall

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This is a game that many gamers will be excited for. It was announced at the Nacon Connect 2024 Event that Terminator: Survivors will be launching early access for PC via Steam on October 24th of this year. It will launch fully on a later date for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Check out the trailer and more about the game below.

Official Trailer for Terminator: Survivors

IGN states, “In this original story taking place after the first two Terminator films, you take control of a group of survivors of Judgment Day, in solo or co-op mode, faced with a multitude of lethal hazards in this post-apocalyptic world. But you’re not alone. Skynet’s machines will hound you relentlessly and rival human factions will fight for the same resources you desperately need.”

First Look Image at Terminator: Survivors (2024)

In related news to the Terminator world, Linda Hamilton stated I’m done. I’m done. I have nothing more to say. The story’s been told, and it’s been done to death. Why anybody would relaunch it is a mystery to me. She claims she doesn’t want to play Sarah Connor anymore. You can check out more of what she said here.

First Look Image at Terminator: Survivors (2024)
First Look Image at Terminator: Survivors (2024)

An open-world game about surviving against Skynet’s machines sounds like an interesting and fun game. Are you excited about this announcement and trailer release from Nacon? Let us know in the comments below. Also, check out this behind-the-scenes clip from the game below.

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