Halloween Director Carpenter Joins Game Franchise

John Carpenter and Boss Team Games Team Up for Two New Halloween Games

Get ready for a double dose of terror! Boss Team Games, the studio behind the acclaimed Evil Dead: The Game, has announced two new video games based on the iconic Halloween franchise, with the legendary John Carpenter himself lending his expertise. This exciting collaboration was revealed in an exclusive with IGN.

Carpenter, the director of the original 1978 Halloween film, expressed his excitement about the project, stating his desire to create a truly terrifying gaming experience. The games, currently in early development, will utilize Unreal Engine 5 and are being developed in partnership with Compass International Pictures and Further Front. The official announcement promises players the chance to "relive moments from the film" and play as classic characters. Boss Team Games CEO Steve Harris called the collaboration a "dream come true."

While details are scarce, the news has sent ripples of excitement through the horror gaming community. The limited history of Halloween games adds to the anticipation. The only previous official game, released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, is now a highly sought-after collector's item. Michael Myers has appeared as DLC in several modern games, including Dead by Daylight and Fortnite, but these new titles promise a much more substantial experience.

The mention of playing as "classic characters" strongly suggests both Michael Myers and Laurie Strode will be playable, a dynamic sure to thrill fans. The enduring conflict between these two characters is a cornerstone of the franchise's success.

The Halloween franchise, a cornerstone of horror cinema with 13 films to its name, 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)

Boss Team Games’ proven success with Evil Dead: The Game, and Carpenter’s well-known love for video games (he's cited Dead Space, Fallout 76, and others as favorites), bode well for these upcoming titles. Expect a truly immersive and terrifying experience.

Horror fans and gamers alike are eagerly awaiting further details.