The 3 Worst Horror Video Games in the 90s

Hi there horror aficionados! Journey with me into the realm of pixelated nightmares as we delve into the ghastly world of the 3 worst horror video games from the 90s. Prepare yourself for sheer terror and questionable game mechanics, as these cursed titles linger in your mind long after you’ve turned off your console. Are you ready to face some truly horrifying gaming experiences? Hold onto your controllers, dear readers, as we take a horrifying trip down memory lane.

Corpse Killer (1994)

Corpse Killer tells the tale of a member of the elite special forces who parachutes into an isolated tropical island for a special assignment. It appears that the wicked genius Dr. Hellman has discovered a means to revive the dead and has built a zombie island. It’s up to you to slay the zombie hordes and bring Dr. Hellman down.

The video game Corpse Killer has received mixed reviews over the years. GamePro praised the B-movie production values and grainy but stylish FMV graphics of the Sega CD version, as well as its effective controls. However, Electronic Gaming Monthly found the 32X version’s gameplay to be dull, and Next Generation thought the graphics improvement was too small. When reviewing the Saturn version, Electronic Gaming Monthly criticized the game’s cutscenes as dull and repetitive, as well as the substandard video quality of the FMV and “laughable” gameplay. GamePro noted the grainy FMV but praised the easy control of the cursor movement.

Despite these mixed reviews, Corpse Killer did receive some positive recognition. In 1995, MegaZone included it in their Top 50 Games In History, commending the game’s “great full-motion video and a silly-but-fun plot.” While some reviewers praised certain aspects of the game, others criticized its gameplay and graphics. The game’s B-movie production values and grainy FMV graphics were a common point of discussion among reviewers. However, despite the mixed reception, Corpse Killer was recognized for its unique take on the zombie genre and its incorporation of FMV elements.

Countdown Vampires (1999)

Countdown Vampires is a survival horror game released for the PlayStation console. The game follows the story of a rookie police officer, Keith J. Snyder, who is trapped in a hotel crawling with vampires after a viral outbreak.

The game received negative reviews for its poor controls, corny voice acting, and lack of suspense. The game’s graphics were also considered subpar for its time. Overall, Countdown Vampires failed to deliver a compelling horror experience and is frequently listed among the worst horror games of the 90s.

The Crow: City of Angels (1997)

The plot of the game is similar to that of the film it is based on: mechanic Ashe Corven and his son Danny are brutally murdered by a gang. Ashe seeks vengeance on his killers, including “the ninjitsu death-bitch” Kali and drug king Judah, after being resurrected by a crow and gaining magical powers with the help of artist and new friend Sarah.

The praise for the aesthetics was overshadowed by criticism of the controls, which were reported to have delayed reaction and made it difficult to steer the player character in the right direction. The frequent change of fixed camera angles and poor collision detection, according to most, adds to the confusion and irritation of the fundamental gameplay.

Conclusion

Summarising, although the 1990s produced several legendary horror games that have endured the test of time, it also produced some remarkable examples of horror games that fell short of expectations. Corpse Killer garnered mixed reviews despite its B-movie production standards and unusual inclusion of FMV components, but it did make an effect on certain players.

Countdown Vampires, on the other hand, fell short of its promise of delivering a dramatic horror experience, earning criticism for its weak controls and lack of tension.

Although hailed for its graphics, The Crow: City of Angels suffered from tedious controls and inadequate collision detection, resulting in an unsatisfactory gaming experience for many. Despite these problems, these games have become notorious among horror gaming fans for their dubious quality.