- The Skin Stapler is Out Now! - 6 August 2026
Hey everyone,I honestly can't believe the day is finally here. The Skin Stapler is out now on Steam!Making this game has been an incredible journey. I had so much fun creating the twisted world of Carrion City, its strange characters, ridiculous one-liners, gruesome murders, and all the little details hidden throughout the game. Seeing so many of you play the demo, share your thoughts, and get excited about Detective Dick Slater's latest case has meant the world to me.Now it's finally time for you to experience the full story.Watch the Launch TrailerIf you haven't seen it yet, check out the official launch trailer and get one last glimpse of the nightmare waiting for you in Carrion City.Thank you so much for all the support throughout development. It genuinely means everything to an indie developer like me.I hope you enjoy exploring Carrion City, laughing at the terrible jokes, uncoveri…
- Lovecraftian Days are here 🐙 - 10 April 2026
Hey, this is Michael. Hope you are doing all right. One of my favorite gaming events of the year has just begun: Lovecraftian Days. It’s a celebration of eerie, atmospheric indie horror inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and there are so many incredible titles to explore.➡️ Check them here: 🐙 LOVECRAFTIAN DAYS 🐙That also means a great deal for you - get Massacre at the Mirage for only 5 bucks:If you’re in the mood for something new, I’ve also been working on my latest project:If you crave of something fresh and new, check out my new game The Skin Stapler, there is also a demo out (it's only 30 minutes tops). Make sure to wishlist!See you soon, Michael
- NEW YEAR, NEW SLASHER! - 30 January 2026
Hello everyone! I hope you all are having a great 2026 so far! I am happy to announce that the demo for my new game, The Skin Stapler, has just dropped on Steam, and I would love for you all to check it out and give me some feedback, and of course, every wishlist helps! Here is the link to the store page and the demo page The Skin Stapler is a retro-styled PSX grindhouse horror adventure set in the rotting, crime-soaked sprawl of Carrion City. Players follow jaded detective Dick Slater and his eager rookie partner Robbie Knox as they hunt a mysterious serial killer known only as The Skin Stapler. If you LOVED 80s/90s slasher movies and dark comedy, then this will be right up your alley! Thanks for all your continued support of me and my games, and I hope The Skin Stapler can make 2026 a bloody good time ;)
- My new game Flesh Made Fear — Out Now! - 31 October 2025
Reapers!Flesh Made Fear is here for you to experience the horrors that await in the city of Rotwood. Tank controls. Fixed cameras. Pure Terror.The inspiration for Flesh Made Fear came from my personal love of classic survival horror games that I grew up with. I wanted to share with you the memories of being a young child in my bedroom with the lights off, playing Resident Evil on my old PlayStation — the only light in the room coming from that flickering tube TV.The fear, the comedy, and the pure enjoyment of that experience are feelings I still hold dear to this day. I hope I managed to capture even a little bit of that magic and allowed others to relive it through Flesh Made Fear.🎬 Watch the release trailer here:Flesh Made Fear is out now on Steam. Ready for you to explore, survive, and (hopefully) escape. Thank you again for supporting the release and supporting me as a game develop…
- Massacre At The Mirage hits a new low... in price! - 20 October 2025
Hey, this is Michael... and I love making horror games.We’re close to Massacre At The Mirage’s first birthday since its release on October 28, 2024. Watching players and streamers react to it has been absolutely hilarious. Seeing CaseOh realize he was actually in the game? That was one of my highlights for sure.To celebrate, the game’s now at its highest discount ever — 50% off! If you haven’t checked it out yet, grab a ticket to the Mirage and join the carnage. Oh, and while you’re at it, my new game Flesh Made Fear launches on October 31. I’m pretty sure you’ll like it just as much as Massacre At The Mirage… if not more. :DCheers, Michael
- My New Game Flesh Made Fear Launches October 31 - 10 October 2025
Fellow Horror Fans!From the twisted mind behind Suffer The Night, Terror At Oakheart, and Massacre At The Mirage comes the next descent into darkness: Flesh Made Fear. The wait is almost over: the game will release on October 31.To mark the occasion, the cast of Flesh Made Fear couldn’t contain their excitement and decided to hit the dance floor early. Turns out, even nightmares know how to party.Consider this your invitation to a three-week celebration before everything goes horrifyingly wrong. Until launch day, this piece of art is probably enough to keep your pulse racing. If not, feel free to jump into the demo once again—or for the first time.Flesh Made Fear is the biggest project I’ve ever worked on. A story and game that’s been haunting me for years and demanded to be made. I can’t wait for you to experience it for yourself when the doors open on October 31.See you in the dark,Mi…
- 🍿 Massacre At The Mirage – 40% Off Now! - 27 June 2025
Hey folks, It’s Michael again, solo developer of Massacre At The Mirage, and I’ve got great news—the game is now 40% off for the Steam Summer Sale!This project was a wild one: a blood-soaked tribute to VHS-era horror and haunted entertainment. Making it was tough but so fulfilling—and seeing how much you all loved it has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for every wishlist, comment, and playthrough.As for a sequel? Sorry, that won’t happen. But I’m working on something new just for you: Flesh Made Fear, my homage to survival horror from the PS1 days. It’s gritty, atmospheric, and soaked in retro dread.Download the free demo here: 👉 Thanks for being part of this horror journey, Michael
- My next game FLESH MADE FEAR is now live on Kickstarter! - 23 February 2025
PLAY THE DEMO HERE Hey everyone, it's Michael from Tainted Pact Games! After years of crafting indie horror experiences like Terror at Oakheart, Suffer the Night, and more, I'm beyond excited to announce the launch of my latest project—Flesh Made Fear! This game is a love letter to the PSX-era survival horror games we all know and love. Drawing inspiration from the classic Resident Evil trilogy, you'll step into the boots of a Reaper Intervention Platoon member, sent to take down the deranged Victor "The Dripper" Ripper, whose twisted experiments have transformed a quiet town into a nightmare. Check out some Gameplay: And the Trailer (posted by IGNːsteamhappyː) : I need YOUR help to make this game everything it can be! With your support, I’ll be able to: Add high-quality cutscenes and voice acting Expand the world with more levels, monsters, and weapons Polish the controls and camera sy…
- Redeem your ticket - we're LIVE! - 28 October 2024
Fellow Horror Fans, It's finally here! Massacre at the Mirage is officially out on Steam, ready to take you on a nightmarish journey into the depths of fear. Watch the Release Trailer here: Embark on a harrowing journey through the shadows of Crimson Ridge in Massacre at the Mirage, where a seemingly innocent trip to the movies transforms into a spine-chilling battle for survival. Set foot in The Mirage, the cherished cinema of this picturesque town, and brace yourself to experience the terror from the dual perspectives of its dedicated staff and unsuspecting patrons. You'll navigate the daily operations, serving moviegoers while desperately trying to thwart a masked killer disguised as a clown. Happy surviving everyone, and have fun playing!
- Play the new Demo | Steam Next Fest Live! - 15 October 2024
Fellow Horror Fans, The Steam Next Fest is in full swing, and we just updated the Massacre At The Mirage demo for you. So, even if you already gave the demo a shot before, make sure to check it out again. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2800010/Massacre_At_The_Mirage_Demo/ And if this wasn't enough, we released a free prologue that features a horrifyingly good and enjoyable snackbar simulation which is also part of the main game. Have fun with both the updated demo as well as Manny's Murderous Movie Theatre - The Snackbar Simulator. And don't forget to wishlist Massacre At The Mirage so you won't miss the release on October 28th! Talk to you soon! https://store.steampowered.com/app/3232460/Mannys_Murderous_Movie_Theater__The_Snackbar_Simulator/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2794610/Massacre_At_The_Mirage/
- Release Date Announced - October 28th! - 7 October 2024
Fellow Horror Fans, Let's make it short: Massacre At The Mirage will be released on October 28th already! What a great way to start into Spooktober. Watch the Release Date Announcement trailer here: Make sure to keep an eye on the announcement section, especially with the Steam Next Fest coming up very soon. And don't forget to get your (Wishlist) cinema ticket to not miss the new Demo as well as getting notified at the game's release. Can't wait for you to play and step into Manny's Cinema of Madness. ːsteammockingː Talk to you soon! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2794610/Massacre_At_The_Mirage/
- Opening Credits Trailer - 7 June 2024
Fellow frighteners and scaredy-cats alike, In the course of yesterday's Guerilla Collective showcase, a first look at Massacre At The Mirage's opening credits video has been revealed. And for everyone who missed it, I got you covered. You can check it out here: Hope you like it. The video sets the mood for everything that's about to happen at the frightful night at the Mirage. Stay tuned for more! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2794610/Massacre_At_The_Mirage/
- 🐙Lovecraftian Days🐙 Exclusive Developer Trailer! - 4 April 2024
Hi everyone! We are happy to announce, that Massacre at the Mirage is part of the 🐙LOVECRAFTIAN DAYS🐙. Discover exclusive content, free demos and many wonderful horror games! We also did something special for you. Developer Tainted Pact talks in an exclusive Trailer about his three games Massacre at the Mirage, Suffer the Night and Terror at Oakheart. His inspirations, his references to Lovecraft lore and more. CHECK OUT THE DEVELOPER COMMENTARY HERE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NuiP9-ZFOk&feature=youtu.be "Hi there, this is Michael Cosio from Tainted Pact Games. I'm thrilled to speak with you about my games' inclusion in the Lovecraftian Days event on Steam. H.P. Lovecraft intrigues me greatly. It is simply astounding how much lore he incorporated into his works. His impact is evident in a wide range of media, including video games, art, and movies. It's easy to see how his infl…
- Massacre at the Mirage Announced! New Demo, New Trailer - 3 April 2024
Welcome to the Mirage - a movie night you won't survive forget🔪 🩸 NEW TRAILER 🩸 DEMO OUT NOW 🩸 COMING 2024 Welcome to the traditional and charming movie theater, The Mirage. 🎬 We've got more than just popcorn and sticky floors to make you scream! Step into the shoes of the overworked staff or the unsuspecting movie buffs and prepare for a night of horror you'll never forget! And remember: In a movie theater, nobody cares about your screams! The Mirage’s patrons and staff are dropping like flies at the hands of a masked clown and it’s your job to put an end to the murders. In this atmospheric first-person adventure, you’ll operate and manage the Mirage cinema while serving guests – all as the deranged killer stalks you and fellow customers throughout the theater. In Massacre at the Mirage, you’ll explore, interact with a slew of characters, and – most importantly – survive! Join us…
