One of the scariest could be 'The Slenderman Saga'. It's got that creepy unknown element and builds tension really well.
For me, 'The No-End House' is terrifying. The concept of endless rooms with escalating horror is spine-chilling. The way it plays with your mind and expectations makes it a top scare.
One of the scariest online stories is about a cursed video. People who watched it reported strange things happening around them, like seeing shadowy figures and hearing unexplained noises. It spread fear as more and more people claimed to have had similar experiences after viewing it.
The unknown is the scariest element. In many creepy online stories, like the ones where people get mysterious messages from unseen senders, not knowing who is behind it or what their intentions are is truly frightening.
The unknown is a really scary element. In online creepy stories, when things happen from an unknown source like a faceless sender of strange messages. Another scary part is the feeling of being watched, like in the story where someone heard a voice in an online game that seemed to be watching them specifically. And also, the unexpected glitches or strange things popping up out of nowhere, like the face on the website screen.
These stories are often considered the scariest because they play on common fears. For example, 'The Hook' plays on the fear of being in a vulnerable situation, like being alone in a car at night, and the threat of a violent and unpredictable attacker. It's a simple yet effective way to create fear.
The unknown. In short horror stories, often what you don't see or understand is the scariest. For example, in 'The Red Room', not knowing what is making the noises in the walls creates a sense of dread. Another element is the isolation. When the characters are alone, like in 'The Yellow Wallpaper', it amplifies the fear.
I'd say 'Parasyte' is up there. The idea of parasites taking over human bodies and the gruesome visuals make it a scary manga. The story keeps you on the edge of your seat with its suspense.
They're popular for several reasons. First, they allow us to face our fears in a controlled way. When we read or listen to a scary bedtime story, we can experience the fear and then close the book or turn off the audio and be in the safety of our own room. Also, they often have elements of mystery and the supernatural which are very fascinating. Moreover, sharing these stories can create a sense of bonding among people, as they can talk about how scared they were or their favorite parts.
In 'Singapore First Online Ghost Stories', the scariest might be the stories where there is no obvious explanation for the strange events. Like a family's objects keep moving around the house on their own, and no scientific reason can be found. It makes you wonder if there are really some supernatural forces at play, and that uncertainty can be the most terrifying aspect.
The scariest one I know is about a blogger who explored a supposedly haunted asylum. While filming, he entered a room and the door slammed shut behind him. In the footage, you could see the doorknob turning on its own. He was really terrified and his screams were genuine. It was really creepy to watch.
Well, there was this case where a man thought he found the perfect match online. They planned to meet at a park. When he arrived, the woman he was supposed to meet was with a group of guys who looked really rough. They started asking him for money, saying that if he really liked their 'friend', he should pay up. It was clearly a setup. He was so scared that he just ran away without looking back.