John Carpenter's Halloween Games: A Terrifying New Chapter
Boss Team Games, renowned for Evil Dead: The Game, is crafting two new Halloween-themed horror games with the involvement of the legendary John Carpenter himself. This collaboration promises a chilling gaming experience for fans of both the franchise and the horror genre.
A Dream Collaboration
In an exclusive interview with IGN, Boss Team Games announced this exciting partnership. Carpenter, a self-proclaimed gaming enthusiast, expressed his excitement about bringing Michael Myers to life in a video game, aiming to create a truly terrifying experience. The games, currently in early development using Unreal Engine 5, are a joint venture with Compass International Pictures and Further Front. Players can anticipate reliving iconic moments from the films and embodying classic characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris described the opportunity as a "dream come true," underscoring their commitment to delivering a unique and thrilling gaming experience.
A Sparse Gaming History, a Rich Cinematic Legacy
While the Halloween franchise boasts a rich cinematic history with thirteen films, its video game presence has been limited. The only official game, released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, is now a collector's item. Michael Myers has, however, appeared as DLC in several modern games, including Dead by Daylight, Call of Duty: Ghosts, and Fortnite.
The announcement hints at playable classic characters, strongly suggesting both Michael Myers and Laurie Strode will be central to the gameplay. This classic confrontation promises to deliver a thrilling experience for players.
The Halloween film series (1978-2022):
⚫︎ Halloween (1978) ⚫︎ Halloween II (1981) ⚫︎ Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) ⚫︎ Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) ⚫︎ Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989) ⚫︎ Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995) ⚫︎ Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) ⚫︎ Halloween: Resurrection (2002) ⚫︎ Halloween (2007) ⚫︎ Halloween (2018) ⚫︎ Halloween Kills (2021) ⚫︎ Halloween Ends (2022)
Horror Expertise and Gaming Passion Converge
Boss Team Games' proven success with Evil Dead: The Game demonstrates their expertise in the horror gaming genre. Carpenter's passion for gaming, evident in his past interviews where he discussed his enjoyment of titles like Dead Space, Fallout 76, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla, further solidifies the potential for a truly authentic and terrifying Halloween gaming experience.
As development continues, anticipation builds for these new Halloween games, promising a chilling and immersive experience for horror fans and gamers alike.
