Published Oct 24, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT

No fear here

Infinite Ammo/Finji

October is, unambiguously, the best time of year to love horror. Whether you lean toward horror movies, games, or both, there’s no shortage of ways to get scared this season.

But what if you love everything about Halloween but the scares? Plenty of people love the aesthetics and vibes of the Halloween season, but could do without the terror. If that describes you, have no fear (get it?). We’ve gathered five games that pack in spooky art styles, eerie atmospheres, and fall visuals, but stop short of leaving you with nightmares.

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1 Luigi's Mansion 3

Where to Play: Nintendo Switch

Luigi’s Mansion 3 is practically the platonic ideal of a spooky-not-scary game.…