The legendary horror character Michael Myers could soon return in a new video game. It appears that Gun Media and Illfonic are collaborating on a new title. Halloween-title, which already hinted at in May John Carpenter, director of the original 1978 film, is also apparently involved in the development. Much remains unconfirmed, but several clues point to a serious project that could go far beyond a simple licensed game.
The return of a horror relic – this time with real technology
It was announced some time ago that Boss Team Games is working on two games for HalloweenBoss Team Games worked on the series. One of them was developed in collaboration with John Carpenter and based on Unreal Engine 5. However, according to reports from several industry insiders, Boss Team Games has since lost the license. Rumors are now circulating in the industry that Gun Media – known for Friday the 13th: The Game – has taken over the project.
This could mean a reimagining of the Halloween theme, this time with a serious technical foundation and a studio that knows how asymmetrical horror games work. While the only officially licensed HalloweenAlthough the game dates back to 1983 and is more of a collector's item, the new project could fill a real gap that the franchise has left on the gaming map for decades.
It seems Jason Voorhees is also impossible to kill.
Interestingly, these developments coincide with news surrounding Friday the 13th: The Game, which is back in the spotlight after years of legal uncertainty. Striker Entertainment has exclusively partnered with Horror Inc. and Friday 13th LLC to release a new franchise under the banner "Jason Universe“To develop fresh content – including series formats, merchandising and apparently also a return of the game.”
The timing is striking: On the same day that Striker Entertainment announced the partnership, it was revealed that The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Gun Media is no longer providing any updates. There is speculation within the community that resources are being deliberately diverted to a new project. Friday the 13th-project were released. It's also particularly exciting that horror actor Kane Hodder gave an interview a few days ago. mentionedthat he had only recently started working on a third game with motion capture – after Friday the 13th and Texas ChainsawBoth Gun Media and Illfonic are involved. The title remains a secret, but "Just wait and see what that is.“,” Hodder said cryptically.
Two horror icons could soon be digitally resurrected.
Much is still speculation, but there are hints of new games. Halloween and Friday the 13th Things are intensifying. With experienced studios, official partnerships, and statements from those involved, such as Kane Hodder, it looks like the horror game will soon make a worthy comeback on consoles and PC – this time perhaps with state-of-the-art technology.
What do you think: Do we need new games for Halloween and Friday the 13th – or is the asymmetrical horror approach getting a bit stale? Discuss it with us in the comments!
