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In an ’80s-inspired 4v1 horror match, teens craft limited-use weapons to fight a player-controlled monster.
Released 18 Jul 2022
Hunt as a Monster
Craft Limited-Use Weapons
Fight Four-on-One
Choose between good and evil and fight for your life in Video Horror Society, a thrilling 4v1 asymmetric action tribute to the 1980s horror era-- where small town teens face off against terrifying monsters brought to life from the aisles of a 1980s video store.
Developed by Hellbent Games · Published by Hellbent Games
Video Horror Society is an asymmetric horror game set in a world where monsters from video-store tapes have become real. One player takes the role of a monster, while four teens try to survive by fighting back.
Teens craft single-use or limited-fuel weapons, including flame, shock, curse, and purification weapons. Monsters such as the Werewolf and Doll Master hunt and attack the teens, with different creatures bringing different approaches to the chase.
Matches unfold across cinematic locations such as decrepit hotels and research facilities. Characters progress along individual skill trees with perks and cosmetics, while movie collections offer challenges, lore, and themed cosmetic rewards.
Players who enjoyed the game often described its asymmetric play as distinctive and fun, with one reviewer praising the experience on both sides and its progression system. Some also liked its overall vibe and silly tone. Several reviewers lamented the end of support and low player numbers, while others raised balance concerns.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 66 |
| Age ratings |
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| Players | 1–5 |
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| Multiplayer | Video Horror Society is an online asymmetric multiplayer game built around 4v1 matches: 4 Teens versus 1 Monster. It supports online PvP and also has cooperative team play on the Teen side. Reviews describe built-in team voice chat, a ping system, parties with up to 4 Teen players, solo Monster play, and requests for custom 1v4 private matches with 5 friends. Reviews also mention AI bots filling matches during low population periods. Official servers were later closed, and a community mod is mentioned as making the game playable again. |
| Multiplayer & mods | A review states the official servers are closed and a community mod can make the game playable. No further fact-based details are provided about how the mod changes matchmaking or multiplayer features. |
| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |
