'Halloween' Director John Carpenter to Help Develop Two Games for Franchise

John Carpenter's Halloween Games: A Terrifying New Chapter

Boss Team Games, celebrated for Evil Dead: The Game, is crafting two new Halloween-themed horror games with the involvement of the legendary John Carpenter himself. This exciting collaboration, revealed exclusively through IGN, promises to deliver a truly authentic and terrifying gaming experience.

A Dream Collaboration Takes Shape

The partnership between Boss Team Games, Compass International Pictures, and Further Front utilizes Unreal Engine 5 to bring these new titles to life. Carpenter, a self-described gaming enthusiast, expressed immense excitement about revisiting the terrifying world of Michael Myers in video game form, aiming to create an unforgettable horror experience. Early details suggest players will relive iconic moments from the films and embody classic characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris described the opportunity to work with Carpenter and the Halloween franchise as a dream come true.

While specifics remain shrouded in mystery, the announcement has already ignited considerable anticipation among fans.

A Sparse Gaming History, a Rich Cinematic Legacy

The Halloween franchise, a cornerstone of horror cinema, boasts a surprisingly limited video game presence. A 1983 Atari 2600 title remains the only official game, a rare collectible today. Michael Myers has, however, appeared as DLC in several modern titles, including Dead by Daylight, Call of Duty: Ghosts, and Fortnite.

The upcoming games' promise to allow players to embody "classic characters" strongly suggests the inclusion of both Michael Myers and Laurie Strode, creating the classic cat-and-mouse dynamic that defines the franchise.

The Halloween franchise, since its 1978 debut, has spawned 13 films, solidifying its place in cinematic history:

• 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 Meets Gaming Passion

Boss Team Games’ proven success with Evil Dead: The Game, a critically acclaimed and faithful adaptation of the source material, further bolsters confidence in their ability to deliver a high-quality Halloween experience.

Carpenter’s involvement is a natural fit, given his openly expressed love for video games. His admiration for titles like Dead Space, Fallout 76, Borderlands, Horizon: Forbidden West, and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla demonstrates his genuine passion for the medium. This combination of horror mastery and gaming enthusiasm promises an authentic and thrilling addition to the Halloween universe.

Fans eagerly anticipate further details as development progresses, promising a chilling and immersive experience.