Halloween: The Game Unleashes Michael Myers in a Bold Console Debut

Gamers, horror nerds, and anyone who’s ever yelled “Don’t go in there!” at a screen—brace yourselves. Halloween, the Game is set to release on September 8, 2026.  The Boogeyman is back, and this time, he’s traded his VHS tapes for Unreal Engine 5. IllFonic, the twisted minds behind Friday the 13th: The Game, have officially announced Halloween, a blood-curdling asymmetrical horror game dropping in 2026. And yes, Michael Myers is the star of this slasher show.

A Night to Dismember (Literally)

Set on Halloween night in 1978—aka the year babysitters everywhere learned to lock their doors—the game drops you into the eerily quiet town of Haddonfield. Spoiler: it’s not quiet for long.

You can play as Michael Myers himself in Halloween The Game, creeping through the shadows like the knife-wielding introvert he is, or take up arms as a Hero of Haddonfield. And by “arms,” we mean household items. That’s right—your survival depends on how creatively you can weaponize a broomstick and grandma’s cast-iron skillet. It’s 1v4 multiplayer mayhem, and the Boogeyman doesn’t play fair.

Be the Boogeyman

For the first time ever, you’ll get to experience the original Halloween film through Michael’s cold, dead eyes in a standalone single-player story mode. That’s right—you’re not just running from the monster. You are the monster. It’s like fan service with a butcher knife.

Gameplay That Slashes Expectations

Built on Unreal Engine 5, Halloween promises visuals so crisp you’ll be able to see the fear in your victim’s eyes—and maybe your own reflection in the blade. The asymmetrical multiplayer mode pits one player as Michael against four would-be survivors. But here’s the twist: survivors can command NPCs to patrol, defend, and even fight back. It’s like Home Alone, but with more blood and fewer paint cans.

Michael, of course, comes equipped with stealth mechanics that would make Solid Snake nervous. He’s the king of lurking, and his ability to weaponize shadows means you’ll never know where he is until it’s too late. Think hide-and-seek, but the loser gets stabbed.

A Love Letter to Horror Fans

IllFonic clearly worships at the altar of John Carpenter. From the painstaking recreation of Haddonfield to the bone-chilling sound design, this game is dripping with reverence—and probably a little blood. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Halloween franchise or just here for the spooky vibes, this game is shaping up to be a must-play for anyone who enjoys screaming into a headset.

Final Thoughts: Trick or Treat, You’re Dead

So go ahead, mark your calendar for 2026. Stock up on bandages, sharpen your reflexes, and maybe practice your scream. Because when Halloween drops, Michael Myers won’t just be stalking the streets—he’ll be stalking your hard drive.

Will you survive the night, or will you become another cautionary tale in Haddonfield’s haunted history? Either way, it’s going to be a killer time.