{
  "id": 17105981,
  "title": "In 2023, an anonymous modder released one of the best horror games of the decade, and they still haven't broken character",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/in-2023-an-anonymous-modder-released-one-of-the-best-horror-games-of",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-29T17:31:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/horror/in-2023-an-anonymous-modder-released-one-of-the-best-horror-games-of-the-decade-and-they-still-havent-broken-character/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 2023, a mysterious modder named Steven Nelson, also known as Veddge, released a horror game that has been called one of the best of the decade. MyHouse.wad is a Doom 2 map that takes players on a journey through a seemingly normal suburban home, but it soon becomes clear that the house is filled with secrets and horrors. Players are left wondering what evil things they've downloaded when they step into this mod. The mod is reminiscent of the experimental novel House of Leaves and has been praised for its mischievous and scary nature. Despite the creator's anonymity, players continue to be captivated by the challenges and puzzles hidden within the walls of this warped house.",
  "summary": "MyHouse.wad barrages players with horrible things they've never experienced in a game before.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}