The Headliners is an action game. It is a cooperative horror experience where players take on the role of fearless journalists venturing into a city under siege by monstrous invaders. Set in a dark and chaotic New York, the goal is simple yet deadly—capture jaw-dropping photographs of destruction, alien creatures, and dramatic moments before escaping with your life. 

In The Headliners, the more shocking and well-framed the shots, the better your chances of making the front page. Exploration is tense and immersive as players navigate abandoned streets, ruined buildings, and dangerous alleys in search of the perfect shot. 

Snap the perfect shot 

In The Headliners, every corner holds a new story waiting to be captured, but danger lurks in every shadow. The creatures hunting the city are unpredictable, requiring players to balance stealth, speed, and calculated risk-taking to survive. The core mechanic of photography as a survival tool adds a unique twist to traditional horror gameplay. Each mission starts with a limited number of press cards. 

This determines how many attempts you can make before being forced to retreat. Making it out alive with high-quality photos earns you more press cards, allowing for riskier and more rewarding assignments. The dynamic AI and random events ensure that no two expeditions feel the same, keeping players on edge with every trip into the heart of the disaster zone. 

The cooperative aspect shines, as teamwork is essential for capturing the best moments while avoiding death. Players can choose to work together or take individual risks, leading to intense moments of decision-making and sacrifice. The thrill of getting the perfect shot and making it back to safety adds an exhilarating sense of accomplishment. However, limited offensive options make encounters stressful. 

Fast-paced action 

The overall gameplay experience in The Headliners is intense, unpredictable, and uniquely terrifying. Instead of weapons, players rely on cameras to document the chaos and escape with photographic evidence. The thrill comes from balancing risk and reward—venturing deeper into a crumbling city filled with monstrous threats while ensuring an escape route remains open. The game masterfully builds tension with eerie environments, limited resources, and unpredictable enemy behavior.