House — Splatter

: These are primarily 2D side-scrolling beat 'em ups. The controls are often described as "stiff" or "sluggish," requiring precise timing rather than complex combos.

: The games are notoriously difficult, often requiring memorization of enemy patterns. Splatterhouse 2 is particularly known for its steep difficulty spikes.

The modern Splatterhouse is a 3D "spectacle fighter" that leans even harder into its heavy metal roots and over-the-top violence. SEGA Horror Fest review: Splatterhouse 2