Obscure: The Aftermath

If you're hunting for a game that blends horror, action, and a killer co op experience, you've got to check out Obscure: The Aftermath. This sequel from Hydravision Entertainment cranks the fear factor up to eleven, picking up two years after the original chaos at Leafmore High. This time, the nightmare shifts to Fallcreek University, where some seriously creepy black flowers have started blooming out of nowhere.

These aren't your average campus decorations. These flowers are the source of some seriously twisted and vivid dreams for the students. Of course, being curious college kids, they start experimenting with them, only to discover they've unleashed a full blown monster invasion. The game throws you into the shoes of a group of students who have to band together if they want to make it out alive.

What really makes Obscure: The Aftermath stand out is its focus on teamwork. You can pick from six different characters, and each one has their own unique skills like one might be a whiz at hacking computers while another is a beast in a fight. You can go it alone in single player, but the game truly shines in its co op multiplayer mode. Grabbing a friend to fight through the dark corridors of the university, sharing ammo, and watching each other's backs is an absolute blast.

The atmosphere is thick with tension, the graphics hold up surprisingly well for a game of its era, and the controls are smooth enough that you won't be fumbling around when a monster jumps out at you. With a full version ready to go on Windows, Obscure: The Aftermath is a hidden gem for anyone who loves a story driven, action horror thrill ride with friends.