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The 5 best Halloween Horror movies to stream on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, and more (October 23-30)

This guide highlights five recent horror movies available to stream on platforms like HBO Max, Hulu, and Netflix for Halloween. The selections include 'Undertone,' 'Send Help,' 'Final Destination: Bloodlines,' 'Weapons,' and Guillermo Del Toro's 'Frankenstein,' focusing on titles readily accessible in both the US and UK.

DestructoidVery positive

Fan-made game based on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil movie has PS1 graphics, fixed camera angles, and looks awesome

A fan-made game inspired by Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie has been released, featuring classic PS1-era graphics and fixed camera angles. The project aims to capture the survival horror feel of early Resident Evil titles.

Retro GamerPositive

A Resident Evil fan is remaking Zach Cregger's film as a PS1-style survival horror game with fixed camera angles

A fan developer is creating a survival horror game in the style of classic PlayStation 1 Resident Evil titles, inspired by Zach Cregger's recent Resident Evil movie. The fan game, built on Godot, recreates scenes from the film with fixed camera angles, aiming to capture the atmosphere of early Resident Evil entries. The movie itself has been praised as a strong video game adaptation.

PC GamerPositive

The Walking Dead's Chandler Riggs made a Resident Evil 7 short film even though 'it's impossible to…

Chandler Riggs, known for his role in The Walking Dead, has directed and starred in a 20-minute fan film adaptation of Resident Evil 7. The film focuses on the Baker family home and a fight scene involving Ethan Winters, whose face is shown despite the game's first-person perspective. Riggs acknowledges the difficulty of pleasing all fans but hopes the adaptation will introduce more people to the franchise.

GamespotPositive

Hideo Kojima Reviews The Resident Evil Movie

Hideo Kojima shared his positive review of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, noting its effective use of horror techniques and its ability to evoke the feeling of playing the original game. He also mentioned picking up materials for the Tom Cruise movie Digger while at the theater. The article also briefly touches on Kojima's upcoming games OD and Death Stranding.

Retro GamerPositive

The Walking Dead's Carl star has made his own Resident Evil film, and says he would love to work with Zach Cregger…

Chandler Riggs, known for his role as Carl Grimes in The Walking Dead, has created and released his own fan film titled 'Biohazard,' based on Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. The 19-minute short, which Riggs also wrote and directed, features practical effects and stars fellow Walking Dead actor Jason Douglas as Jack Baker. Riggs expressed interest in collaborating with Zach Cregger, director of the recent Resident Evil movie, and stated his project was in development before Cregger's film was announced.

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‘Hit My Line’ — The Walking Dead Star Chandler Riggs Made His Own Resident Evil 7 Fan Film, and He’d Love to Work With Zach Cregger on a Sequel

Chandler Riggs, known for his role in The Walking Dead, created a fan film based on Resident Evil 7. Riggs expressed interest in collaborating with director Zach Cregger on future projects within the Resident Evil universe.

GamespotNeutral

Here Are The Highest-Grossing Resident Evil Movies Ever, And The New One Isn’t No. 1

The latest Resident Evil movie directed by Zach Cregger ranks third in box office gross, earning approximately $250 million worldwide. It trails behind Resident Evil: Afterlife ($300 million) and the top-grossing Resident Evil: The Final Chapter ($312 million), both directed by Paul W.S. Anderson. While Cregger's film is the highest-grossing domestically, its global performance may improve with its release in China.

GamespotVery positive

Resident Evil Movie Will Become Zach Cregger’s Biggest Ever, Surpassing Weapons

Zach Cregger's latest film, Resident Evil, is projected to surpass his previous box office hit, Weapons, by the end of the week, reaching over $280 million worldwide. The film's success is significantly boosted by its performance in China. While Cregger has expressed interest in future stories, he has stated he is finished with franchise movies.

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Resident Evil games engagement leapt 50% following release of Zach Cregger's movie, but analysts say real value is in brand building

Player engagement with Resident Evil games saw a 50% increase around the release of Zach Cregger's movie, with daily active users rising from 500,000 to 750,000. Analysts note that while the transmedia impact is measurable, its primary value lies in long-term brand building rather than short-term sales boosts. Discounts also played a significant role in driving engagement, particularly for older titles like Resident Evil 2.

GamespotPositive

Resident Evil Director’s Next Movie Is Called The Flood But It’s Not About Halo, Adds Jennifer Lawrence

Director Zach Cregger, known for the Resident Evil movie, is developing a new sci-fi film titled The Flood, starring Jennifer Lawrence. The movie, set in deep space and described as 'very Alien-esque,' will involve a ship captain investigating a strange signal that leads to an alien artifact warping reality. Cregger is re-teaming with Warner Bros./New Line for this project, which is separate from any Halo franchise.

PC GamerPositive

Cregger's Resident Evil film is already the 3rd highest grossing RE film with over $100 million at the domestic box…

Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil film has achieved significant box office success, grossing over $197 million worldwide and $103 million domestically. It is now the third highest-grossing film in the Resident Evil franchise globally and the top domestic earner, surpassing previous installments like Resident Evil: Afterlife and Resident Evil: The Final Chapter.

IGNVery positive

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Movie Is So Popular, It Increased RE2 Remake Sales by More Than 50% on PS5

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil film adaptation has significantly boosted sales for the Resident Evil 2 remake and the 2023 Resident Evil 4 remake on PlayStation 5. Data indicates a sales increase of over 50% for these titles on the platform.

Shack NewsPositive

Cregger's Resident Evil crosses $100M at domestic box office in franchise history first

Zach Cregger's latest Resident Evil film has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first in the franchise to surpass $100 million at the domestic box office. Globally, the film has grossed $196.48 million, making it the fourth highest-grossing entry in the series.

GamespotPositive

Resident Evil Movie Demolishes Franchise Record After Just Two Weekends

The recent Resident Evil movie, directed by Zach Cregger, has achieved a new franchise record by surpassing $100 million domestically in just two weekends. This success follows its previous record for the biggest opening weekend. Globally, the film has grossed $196.5 million against a $75 million budget, outperforming previous entries like Resident Evil: Afterlife and Resident Evil: The Final Chapter.

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The Resident Evil Movie Wasn’t The Main Force Behind RE Games’ Recent Sales Boost

Recent sales boosts for Resident Evil games were primarily driven by discounts offered before the release of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, rather than the film's box office performance. While the movie saw a modest bump in game sales, pre-release discounts on titles like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 on PlayStation 5 had a more significant impact. Analysts suggest that future releases like Resident Evil Veronica could benefit from better transmedia integration.

The Xbox HubPositive

Resident Evil (2026) - Film Review | TheXboxHub

Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil film adaptation delivers strong modern horror with excellent cinematography, lighting, and sound design. The film focuses on protagonist Bryan's personal struggles, giving the horror real stakes, and blends humor with terrifying scenes. While not a 1:1 replica of game stories, it captures the pacing and mechanics of the Resident Evil series, setting a foundation for a promising franchise.

Retro GamerPositive

Resident Evil 2 remake sales nearly double on PS5 after Capcom discount coincides with Zach Cregger's "biggest opening in the 24-year history" of Resident Evil movies, says analyst

Sales for Resident Evil 2 remake have nearly doubled on PlayStation 5 following a discount promotion by Capcom that coincided with the successful launch of Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie. Analyst Rhys Elliott noted that the film directly influenced a significant uptick in PS5 sales for Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, with a milder effect on Steam.

Retro GamerVery positive

It turns out the Resident Evil movie's most terrifying zombie monster was performed practically, and it's…

The terrifying Merged Monster from the recent Resident Evil movie was brought to life using practical effects performed by real stunt people. Movement coordinator Jakub Hudlický shared a video showcasing the performers tied together to create the creature's unsettling rolling motion. While the final movie version may have involved VFX, the practical approach was a key part of its creation.

Retro GamerVery positive

Resident Evil is the most successful video game movie yet, and should be the template for game adaptations going forward

Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie is praised as a successful adaptation that prioritizes tone and atmosphere over direct character inclusion, setting a new template for game adaptations. While previous films, including the Milla Jovovich series and Welcome to Raccoon City, are criticized for their missteps, Cregger's original story is seen as a groundbreaking success that captures the spirit of the games.