Halloween: The Game — Everything We Know

If you’re a fan of horror games or classic slasher movies, you’ve probably heard the buzz about Halloween: The Game. It’s the official video game adaptation of the legendary 1978 film that gave us Michael Myers, and it’s already one of the most talked-about reveals from Gamescom. The announcement has horror fans curious to see how a film that redefined the genre is being turned into an interactive experience. Players are already comparing it to other asymmetrical multiplayer titles.

The reveal confirmed that the project is real, official, and directly tied to the original film’s creators and rights holders. That alone has made it stand out from the usual horror game announcements. But the only question right now is what can we expect when it finally arrives? If you have the same questions in your mind, here’s everything we know so far about Halloween: The Game.

What is Halloween: The Game?

Halloween: The Game is an upcoming asymmetrical stealth horror game based on John Carpenter’s genre-defining Halloween (1978) film. It’s a one-vs-many multiplayer experience with a scary twist – one player becomes the iconic masked killer Michael Myers, while others play as ordinary folks trying to survive the night. If you’ve played games like Dead by Daylight or Friday the 13th: The Game, you’ll get the idea.

For those unfamiliar with the movie, the original Halloween basically invented the slasher genre as we know it. It introduced Michael Myers, a silent masked boogeyman who stalks teenagers in the quiet town of Haddonfield on Halloween night. This game faithfully brings that setting to life. Players will either wear Michael’s eerie white mask to become the predator or step into the shoes of Haddonfield’s brave residents fighting to not become his next victim.

Story

Staying true to the film that started it all, Halloween game will focus on the events of Halloween night, 1978 – famously known as “The Night He Came Home.” In an exciting twist, the single-player story mode puts you in control of Michael Myers himself. Instead of watching the movie’s events unfold, you get to experience them through the killer’s eyes. Details on how the story actually plays out haven’t been fully revealed yet. IllFonic is keeping that part close for now. What’s clear, though, is that the mode aims to stay authentic to the original film, its characters, and the eerie suburban setting of Haddonfield.

Gameplay

As mentioned above, Halloween: The Game is built as an asymmetrical stealth horror experience. This genre usually pits one powerful killer against multiple weaker survivors, and the tension comes from strategy rather than pure action. Similar games like Friday the 13th: The Game and Dead by Daylight have shown how effective this setup can be, but here the focus is on the atmosphere of 1978’s Halloween.

It’s Halloween night, 1978. Families in the quiet town of Haddonfield are preparing for the holiday when evil arrives home. Players take on two distinct roles: either wear the mask and become Michael Myers or step into the shoes of a Hero of Haddonfield. The setup creates a chilling one-versus-many dynamic, with every match unfolding like its own slasher film.

As Michael, players embody the Boogeyman with a nightmarish set of abilities. He stalks innocent residents with relentless obsession, relying on shadows and stealth to close in on his prey. It isn’t as simple as walking through town without consequences, though. Townsfolk can call the authorities and even fight back when threatened, so staying hidden is critical. The design pushes Michael players to think tactically and keep the tension alive.

Heroes of Haddonfield play a very different game. Their job is to alert residents, protect them, and escape before Michael strikes. In Halloween game's 1v4 multiplayer matches, survivors need to use everyday household items, weapons, and teamwork to slow him down. It’s a constant push-and-pull between staying hidden, protecting others, and making sure Michael doesn’t wipe everyone out. Also, survivors might even get the chance to equip townsfolk with weapons to create chances to outsmart Michael.

Development

Halloween: The Game is being developed by IllFonic, the team known for titles like Friday the 13th: The Game, Predator: Hunting Grounds, and Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed. They’re no strangers to asymmetrical horror, and this time they’re co-publishing with Gun Interactive, who recently worked on The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Both studios have plenty of experience turning iconic horror licenses into interactive sandboxes. To make sure the game stays authentic, they’re also working directly with Compass International Pictures and Further Front, the rights holders and producers tied to the original 1978 film.

The dev team has emphasized recreating Haddonfield with as much detail and authenticity as possible. They’re using Unreal Engine 5 to bring the late ‘70s suburban look to life, down to period-accurate houses and interiors. Art director Cole Gray explained, “Our teams combed through every frame of the film to ensure the visual fidelity and presentation was fitting of our horror sandbox.” This already shows just how much attention is going into matching the tone and setting of the classic movie.

Trailer

The Halloween game trailer doesn’t show any gameplay, but it does a great job of building curiosity and leaving fans eager for more. If you haven’t watched it yet, check out the video embedded above.

Release Date, Platforms and Editions

IllFonic has confirmed that Halloween: The Game will stalk its way onto Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store) in 2026. The reveal was made during the Future Games Show at Gamescom, locking in a 2026 launch window, though an exact date hasn’t been shared yet. Given the theme, an October release would make perfect sense, but nothing official has been announced. This will be a next-gen and PC exclusive, so older consoles like PS4 and Xbox One won’t be included. Details on editions or pre-order bonuses haven’t been revealed, but more information should surface closer to launch. In the meantime, you can follow the official social media account of the game here.