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

John Carpenter's Halloween Games: A Terrifying Collaboration

Get ready for a chilling gaming experience! Boss Team Games, renowned for Evil Dead: The Game, has announced two new Halloween games, with the legendary John Carpenter himself lending his expertise. This collaboration promises to deliver a truly terrifying adventure for horror fans and gamers alike.

A Dream Team Collaboration

IGN exclusively revealed the exciting news: Boss Team Games, in partnership with Compass International Pictures and Further Front, is developing two Halloween titles. Carpenter, director of the original 1978 classic, will be directly involved in at least one of the games. A self-described gaming enthusiast, Carpenter expressed his eagerness to bring the iconic Michael Myers to life in a video game, emphasizing his commitment to creating a genuinely frightening experience.

Built using Unreal Engine 5, these early-stage projects will allow players to "relive moments from the film" and inhabit the roles of beloved franchise characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris called the opportunity to work with such iconic figures and collaborate with Carpenter a "dream come true," underscoring the team's dedication to delivering a unique and thrilling experience. While specifics remain scarce, the announcement has ignited considerable excitement.

A Legacy of Horror, a Limited Gaming Presence

The Halloween franchise boasts a rich history in horror cinema, yet its video game presence has been surprisingly limited. The only official game, a 1983 Atari 2600 release by Wizard Video, is now a sought-after collector's item. Michael Myers has made cameo appearances in modern games, notably as DLC in Dead by Daylight, Call of Duty: Ghosts, and Fortnite.

The upcoming games' promise to feature "classic characters" strongly suggests the inclusion of both Michael Myers and Laurie Strode. This classic confrontation, a cornerstone of the franchise, promises intense gameplay.

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)

Expert Hands and a Passionate Vision

Boss Team Games' expertise in horror gaming is evident in the success of Evil Dead: The Game, a critically acclaimed adaptation. Carpenter's passion for video games, publicly expressed in interviews where he’s discussed his enjoyment of titles like Dead Space, Fallout 76, Borderlands, Horizon: Forbidden West, and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, further fuels anticipation for this project.

This unique collaboration promises a truly immersive and terrifying experience, and fans eagerly await further details.