Survival horror: The player character is vulnerable and under-armed, which puts emphasis on puzzle-solving and evasion, rather than the player taking an offensive strategy
Action horror: The player character has more combat options and resources, but still faces overwhelming odds and terrifying enemies
Stealth horror: The player character has little or no ability to fight back, and must rely on hiding, running, or outsmarting the enemies
Psychological horror: The game focuses on creating a disturbing atmosphere and messing with the player’s mind, rather than relying on jump scares or gore
Reaction/Jump scare horror: The game uses sudden loud noises, flashes of images, or unexpected events to startle the player and elicit a strong emotional response