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

Two New Halloween Games in Development, Featuring John Carpenter

Boss Team Games, renowned for Evil Dead: The Game, is creating two new Halloween-themed horror games with the involvement of John Carpenter, the iconic director of the original 1978 Halloween film. This collaboration promises a uniquely terrifying gaming experience.

A Dream Collaboration

In an exclusive with IGN, Boss Team Games announced the partnership, with Carpenter expressing his excitement to contribute to the project. A self-described gaming enthusiast, Carpenter aims to deliver a truly frightening experience. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, and in partnership with Compass International Pictures and Further Front, these early-stage games will allow players to "relive moments from the film" and inhabit the roles of classic franchise characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris called the collaboration a "dream come true."

While specifics remain scarce, the announcement has generated significant anticipation.

Halloween's Gaming History

The Halloween franchise, a cornerstone of horror cinema, has a surprisingly limited video game presence. A 1983 Atari 2600 title, a rare collectible today, is the only official game prior to this announcement. Michael Myers, the franchise’s antagonist, has appeared as DLC in several modern games, including Dead by Daylight, Call of Duty: Ghosts, and Fortnite.

The statement that players will "play as classic characters" suggests the potential inclusion of both Michael Myers and Laurie Strode, creating the classic antagonist-protagonist dynamic that defines the franchise.

The Halloween film series (1978-2022) comprises thirteen 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)

Boss Team Games' Expertise and Carpenter's Passion

Boss Team Games’ success with Evil Dead: The Game showcases their expertise in the horror genre. Carpenter's passion for gaming, evident in past interviews where he discussed titles like Dead Space, Fallout 76, Borderlands, Horizon: Forbidden West, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla, ensures an authentic and thrilling approach to these new Halloween games.

The upcoming titles promise a chilling and immersive experience for fans of both the Halloween franchise and horror gaming.