House Of Horror: Outside Is Better, Argentine Horror Finalist at BIG Festival
Argentine studio TakenJoyDesign secures a double nomination at Gamescom Latam BIG Festival 2026 with its promising psychological horror title.
"House Of Horror: Outside Is Better", the anticipated title from Argentine studio TakenJoyDesign, has been nominated as a finalist at the prestigious Gamescom Latam BIG Festival 2026. This recognition places national development on the international gaming stage. The event will take place in São Paulo, Brazil, from April 28 to May 4. This is exciting news for the game development community in our country!
The game achieved a double nomination in the "Best New Game" and "Best Student Game" categories. This accomplishment is remarkable. It competed against 966 video games from 75 different countries. "House Of Horror: Outside Is Better" secured a spot among the 81 international finalists. This highlights the quality and potential of Argentine talent.
Every shadow can become a deadly threat.
Players will dive into a first-person psychological horror experience with FPS mechanics. The game invites us to explore a facility consumed by madness. We must solve complex puzzles and manage scarce resources. Survival depends on ingenuity and a dynamo flashlight. Every shadow can become a deadly threat.
What truly distinguishes this title is its deep cultural identity. TakenJoyDesign developers incorporated "lunfardismos" and local language nuances. These elements appear in the enemies and the game's narrative. They aim to represent cultural traits of our country from a fictional and chaotic perspective. This gives it a unique imprint within the horror genre.
Currently, "House Of Horror: Outside Is Better" is in its development and promotion phase. Its launch is planned for PC (Windows), PlayStation, and Xbox Series. The team will also present the project on April 19 at Horror XP. This is one of Argentina's most important horror gatherings.
For those eager to try it, a fully playable demo is already available on Steam. This milestone underscores the constant growth of the gaming industry in Argentina. We are proud to see local studios continue to stand out globally. The future of video game development in our country looks promising!
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