#haunted-houses

#haunted-houses

The whole game is a rumination on houses and how we live in them. Nostalgic and melancholic, it feels designed to make us look harder at what surrounds us.

Horror movies tap into the unsettling idea that something evil can lurk within our walls, turning everyday objects and environments into sources of fear.

"Chelsea Smith hated the Palmdale, California, home her parents rented in the spring of 1997 from the moment she first stepped inside at the age of seven. She recalls seeing figures and hearing the doors to the Jack-and-Jill bathroom she shared with her sister, Courtney, slam in succession. Courtney remembers the TV and faucets turning on randomly."

This Halloween offers a plethora of exciting activities across the East Bay and San Francisco, from picturesque pumpkin patches to thrilling haunted houses and festive parties. Whether you’re looking for free events or ticketed experiences, there’s something for everyone this October.

Fear Overload Scream Park offers an adrenaline-pumping experience with its reimagined haunted houses, touted as one of America's scariest attractions. A single dim flashlight is your only companion in facing the terrors within, enhancing the sensory experience of fear as you navigate through 30 nights of horror from September 21 to November 2. Tickets start at $19.99 but are subject to dynamic pricing, making it essential for visitors to check the best days to attend.