I love horror.

In theory.

Give me a creepy story, a spooky atmosphere, an unsettling soundtrack, and a mystery to solve, and I’m completely invested.

But actually being scared?

That’s another story.

If you’ve ever played a horror game while insisting, “I’m not scared,” despite sitting three feet farther away from the screen than usual, this one’s for you.

Not everyone wants relentless jump scares, terrifying monsters, or the feeling that something is about to crawl out from behind the couch.

Sometimes, we want spooky without the emotional damage.

So, here are some types of horror games that might be perfect if you’re easily scared but still want a little Halloween fun.