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

John Carpenter's Halloween Games: A Terrifying New Chapter

Get ready for a double dose of Halloween terror! Boss Team Games, creators of the acclaimed Evil Dead: The Game, have announced two new video games based on the iconic horror franchise, with the legendary John Carpenter himself lending his expertise. This exclusive collaboration, revealed by IGN, promises to deliver a truly terrifying gaming experience.

A Dream Collaboration

The partnership between Boss Team Games, Compass International Pictures, and Further Front will utilize Unreal Engine 5 to bring the chilling world of Halloween to life. Carpenter, a self-described gaming enthusiast, expressed his excitement about the project, emphasizing his commitment to crafting a truly frightening game. Players can expect to revisit iconic moments from the films and step into the roles of beloved (and feared) characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris described the collaboration as a "dream come true," underscoring the team's dedication to delivering a high-quality, thrilling gaming experience.

While details remain scarce, the anticipation is palpable.

A Sparse Gaming History, a Rich Cinematic Legacy

The Halloween franchise, a cornerstone of horror cinema, has a surprisingly limited video game history. A 1983 Atari 2600 title marked the franchise's first foray into gaming, a rare collectible today. More recently, Michael Myers has appeared as DLC in titles like 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, setting the stage for a captivating showdown between these iconic adversaries.

The Halloween film series, spanning 13 installments since 1978, includes:

⚫︎ 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)

Expert Hands, Enthusiastic Vision

Boss Team Games' proven expertise in horror gaming, demonstrated by the success of Evil Dead: The Game, assures a high level of quality. John Carpenter's passion for video games, evident in his past interviews where he's discussed his enjoyment of titles like Dead Space, Fallout 76, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla, further bolsters the project's potential.

The collaboration promises a chilling and immersive experience that will thrill both long-time Halloween fans and horror gaming enthusiasts. Stay tuned for further updates as development progresses.