New Co-Op Horror Game on Steam is GTFO Meets Phasmophobia on a Doomed Train

Phasmophobia and GTFO have been some of the best co-op horror games of the past few years. Whether someone’s looking for straight-up bone-chilling scares or action-packed moments that are downright sweat-inducing, both games bring something unique to the co-op horror world. Steam is one of the best places to find great co-op horror, and the newly-released Dreadway is definitely one to try out. The indie horror options on Steam are vast, but Dreadway stands out because of its blend of survival challenge and fun-loving co-op gameplay.

On the surface, Dreadway may not look similar to Phasmophobia or GTFO from a visual standpoint. When it comes to the gameplay, though, the similarities quickly become clear. Between the teamwork-focused mechanics of Phasmophobia and GTFO‘s resource management and survival, Dreadway has a solid mix of features that not only makes it fun, but scary.

A Look at Dreadway’s Features

• 4-player co-op
• Puzzles
• Proximity voice chat
• Monsters
• Voice-controlled gameplay
• Monsters can hear player voices
• Crafting
• Resource collection
• Upgrades
• Traps and environmental hazards
• Fuel management

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Dreadway Uses Phasmophobia’s Teamwork and GTFO’s Survival and Resource Management Mechanics to Make a New Kind of Co-Op Horror Challenge

In Dreadway, a team of up to four players finds themselves at the helm of a train that is always in need of fuel. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world filled with monsters, meaning that there are plenty of ways to fail at surviving. Whether it’s going out on missions to secure fuel for the train or coming face to face with a monster, Dreadway blends horror features with extraction-like gameplay. Horror games on Steam often try to emulate some of the most popular titles in the genre while also making them their own, and Dreadway is a strong example of this.

Dreadway’s Take On 4-Player Co-Op Opens the Door to Teamwork and Goofy Antics

Both Phasmophobia and GTFO use co-op to incentivize teamwork, and Dreadway follows this formula. The main difference, though, is that Dreadway is more fun-loving with its use of co-op. GTFO brings on an intense challenge, while Phasmophobia uses it in a more subtle, slow-burn way. So, for fans of these two horror games that are wanting something a little more on the lighthearted side, Dreadway could be a great option. Dreadway‘s character designs are actually really reminiscent of games like REPO and Lethal Company, which gives a solid preview of what the horror title’s general vibe is. Controls like kicking can either be used as defense or to completely sabotage another teammate by pushing them in front of a monster, which makes for some hilarious betrayal.

Like Phasmophobia, Dreadway’s Voice Controls Are One of the Biggest Keys to Success

Phasmophobia has plenty of great qualities as a horror game. However, what makes Phasmophobia so special is its voice controls. Phasmophobia‘s voice controls add a much deeper level of immersion to ghost hunting. Dreadway uses this same concept, making it a vital tool for survival. The game offers code words that correspond to a monster. If the code word is screamed, the monster will run away. The voice-based mechanics don’t stop there, though. Monsters can hear players when they’re chatting, and voice controls are even used to unlock doors with codes. Voice controls in games may not be for everyone, but horror lovers who enjoy the realism it brings to Phasmophobia can get even more of that with Dreadway.

There are several great horror games that can hear player microphones. This isn’t a new concept, but Phasmophobia is one of the most notable. It’s one of the best games at using this kind of mechanic, and Dreadway‘s implementation is a promising twist that doesn’t get too complex.

Dreadway Takes Note of GTFO’s Challenging Survival Gameplay By Making Sure Every Resource and Decision Counts

Like Phasmophobia, GTFO requires plenty of teamwork and coordination. Making a wrong move in GTFO can really send the mission spiraling, and having the right equipment and resources on board is essential. Since Dreadway revolves around keeping a train moving and functioning in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, gathering resources and building up fuel is of the upmost importance. This requires teams to go out and search for these resources, though. Just like GTFO, stepping the wrong way or speaking at a specific time can mean death. Monsters hearing the group’s voice chat is one thing, but the environment itself has plenty of hazards to be on the lookout for. Traps and the danger of simply being in an unforgiving landscape give Dreadway a solid survival challenge. Granted, GTFO‘s difficulty level is a lot more intense, but Dreadway still offers plenty to be afraid of when trying to secure train fuel.

Dreadway Adds to Steam’s Continuously Growing Roster of Great Indie Horror Titles

Indie games on Steam are easy to come by, especially in the horror genre. It can often be hard to choose which one to jump into, but Dreadway‘s fun blend of goofiness and challenging mechanics make it a great option to try out with a group of friends. It may not have the spin-chilling ghost hunting of Phasmophobia or the high-intensity shooting seen in GTFO, but it has plenty of survival and scares that make it an indie horror worth spending time with. The monsters are scary, the atmosphere is spooky, and it’s a fun way to work together and goof around. Dreadway still may be really fresh right now, but it has a lot of extra potential to grow with post-launch updates. Since regular updates are already confirmed to be part of the plan, that’s a good sign. Even in its current state, though, it’s a fun, scare-filled time. So, for those in need of a fresh horror co-op, Dreadway on Steam may be worth a look.