'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 terror! Boss Team Games, celebrated for their work on Evil Dead: The Game, is crafting two new Halloween video games, with the legendary John Carpenter himself lending his expertise. This exciting collaboration, revealed exclusively by IGN, promises to deliver authentic chills to fans of the franchise and gamers alike.

A Dream Collaboration:

Boss Team Games is partnering with Compass International Pictures and Further Front to develop these Unreal Engine 5 powered titles. Carpenter, a self-described gaming enthusiast, expressed his excitement about bringing the iconic Michael Myers to a new generation of players, aiming for a truly terrifying gaming experience. The games will allow players to "relive moments from the film" and inhabit the roles of familiar characters. Boss Team Games CEO, Steve Harris, called the opportunity to work with Carpenter and the Halloween franchise a "dream come true."

While details are scarce, anticipation is high. The announcement has ignited a firestorm of excitement among fans eager for more information.

The Halloween Franchise's Gaming History:

The Halloween franchise has a surprisingly limited history in gaming. A 1983 Atari 2600 title is the only official game released prior to this announcement. Michael Myers has, however, appeared as DLC in several modern games including 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, the franchise's enduring protagonist. Their ongoing conflict has been a cornerstone of the franchise's success.

The Halloween film series, a cornerstone of horror cinema, comprises thirteen films:

⚫︎ 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 and Gaming Passion:

Boss Team Games' proven success with Evil Dead: The Game showcases their aptitude for creating immersive horror experiences. Coupled with Carpenter's known passion for gaming (he's cited Dead Space, Fallout 76, Borderlands, Horizon: Forbidden West, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla among his favorites), this collaboration promises a unique and authentic Halloween gaming experience.

Stay tuned for further updates as development progresses. These new Halloween games are shaping up to be a truly terrifying prospect for horror fans and gamers alike.