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New PS5 Action Game in Hit Franchise Gets Great PlayStation Store Rating
Halloween: The Game, a new PlayStation 5 action title from Illfonic, has received a strong player rating of 4.34/5 stars on the PlayStation Store within its first day of release. The game combines survival horror and stealth elements in an asymmetrical multiplayer format, similar to Illfonic's previous titles.
Halloween The Game Is Now Available on PC and Consoles | Invision Game Community
Halloween The Game, an asymmetrical stealth horror title based on John Carpenter's franchise, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by IllFonic and published with Gun Interactive, the game features a single-player story campaign exploring Michael Myers' origins and a 1v4 multiplayer mode where one player as Michael Myers hunts four survivors. The game is built with Unreal Engine 5, aiming to recreate the atmosphere of Haddonfield with dynamic elements and interactive systems.
Halloween: The Game Review | TheXboxHub
Halloween: The Game faithfully recreates the iconic horror film, offering an authentic experience with Michael Myers. While the single-player campaign serves as a brief tutorial, the core of the game lies in its tense 1 vs 4 asymmetric multiplayer. Despite some janky edges and performance issues, the game provides a bloody good time with plenty of potential and accurate recreation of the Halloween universe.
My top tips for playing Halloween the Game well on either side
This guide provides tips for playing Halloween: The Game, covering strategies for both the civilian survivors and the killer Michael Myers. It details how to utilize NPCs, call for police and Sam Loomis, explore the map effectively, and manage Michael's unique skills to improve your chances of survival or success.
Halloween Is Now Available, Bringing Michael Myers Back For A New Generation
The horror game Halloween, featuring Michael Myers, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Developed by IllFonic, the game offers both a single-player story mode inspired by the 1978 film and a 1v4 asymmetrical multiplayer experience where players can either be Michael Myers or survivors attempting to escape.
4 Penny Coffins Lets You Play 19th-Century Detective – Or a 10-Foot Demon Ripping Friends in Half
Other Ocean's upcoming game, 4 Penny Coffins, blends social investigation elements reminiscent of Jack the Ripper with asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay. The game supports 8-player and solo modes, allowing players to either solve mysteries in 1888 Whitechapel or embody a large demon.
Saw: Genesis has a gnarly vision for asymmetrical multiplayer games, but the execution needs work – pun intended
Saw: Genesis aims for a complex asymmetrical horror experience where players as 'The Judge' punish victims through trials, while victims must cooperate to solve puzzles. However, the game currently suffers from a high skill entry level and a lack of intuitive gameplay, making player engagement difficult. Developers Broken Mirror Games and Anshar Studios, published by Bloober Team, are working on the PC version in Early Access, with a focus on improving approachability.
Dead by Daylight: Chorus of Sin enters PTB with new angelic Killer & spiritual Survivor
Dead by Daylight's new original Chapter, Chorus of Sin, has entered the Public Test Build, featuring a new Killer named The Judgement and a Survivor named Aurora Stardotter. This chapter, developed with community input, introduces perks focused on buffing and debuffing generator repairs, haste, and healing. The PTB allows players to test these new additions before the official release on August 25.
Dead by Daylight's Chorus of Sin Chapter to get first-ever early access period, if you're dedicated enough
Dead by Daylight's upcoming Chorus of Sin Chapter will feature an early access period exclusively on Steam for select players. To be eligible, players must watch connected Twitch streams of Dead by Daylight content creators for at least one hour. The early access build will be available on specific dates in July before the full launch on August 25.
KAWAII ASYMMETRIC TAG GAME RECEIVES GLOBAL LAUNCH DATE! CATCH ‘OBAKEIDORO 2: CHASE & SEEK’ ON AUGUST 6TH
FREE STYLE, Inc. announced that Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek, the sequel to Obakeidoro!, will launch globally on August 6th for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This asymmetric multiplayer game features a "scary-cute" aesthetic and supports up to 8 players online or locally in fast-paced, 3-minute rounds of tag.
Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek, a sequel to the 2019 title, is set to receive a western release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on August 6, 2026. This asymmetric multiplayer game features 8-player matches where humans must evade monsters in fast-paced, 3-minute rounds, with options for online, local, and split-screen play. The game also includes a Custom Rules mode and Game Share functionality for the Nintendo Switch 2.
IllFonic Reveals New ‘Halloween: The Game’ Map ‘Orange Grove Estates’, Physical Edition Pre-Orders Start Today
IllFonic has revealed the new 'Orange Grove Estates' map for Halloween: The Game and announced that physical Standard and Limited Collector's Editions are available for pre-order for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The physical editions launch on October 6, 2026, with the Standard Edition priced at $39.99 and the Limited Collector's Edition at $149.99. The new map features an upscale Haddonfield neighborhood with multi-story houses and expansive yards, offering new strategic possibilities for both survivors and Michael Myers.
The Life Road’s New Survivor is Bringing Justice to Dead by Daylight
Dead by Daylight has introduced Shane Wiigwaas, its first indigenous Survivor, as part of The Life Road chapter and 10th Anniversary celebrations. Shane, an Anishinaabe defense attorney, brings new Perks and a unique story to the asymmetrical horror game. Behaviour Interactive emphasized the importance of authentic representation in his character design.
Balor Games Partners with IllFonic to Manage Past Game Catalog
Balor Games has partnered with IllFonic to manage the latter's back catalog of games, including titles like Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed and Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game. This collaboration will allow IllFonic to continue supporting its live multiplayer titles while focusing on upcoming projects such as Halloween: The Game. Balor Games, a new publishing label founded by former Humble Games executives, aims to provide long-term stewardship for high-quality independent games.
Everything Announced For Dead by Daylight During Its 10th Anniversary Stream
Behaviour Interactive celebrated Dead by Daylight's 10th anniversary by announcing numerous updates, including new killers like Jason Voorhees, Art the Clown, and Frank Stone, and a new survivor, Shane Wiigwaas. The game will also receive a new mall map, various cosmetic crossovers with franchises like The Walking Dead and Silent Hill, and future additions like modding tools and new game modes. The studio also confirmed that a Dead by Daylight movie is in development with director Thordur Palsson.
Saw: Genesis Hands-Off Preview – Been There, Saw That?
Bloober Team's upcoming asymmetrical multiplayer horror game, Saw: Genesis, aims to stand out from the genre's tired formula. Set before the events of the Saw films, the game features a unique antagonist called 'The Judge' and promises intense gore consistent with the franchise. Despite not being physically imposing, The Judge uses environmental tricks and tools to trap players, with a focus on rehabilitation rather than malice. The game is being developed by Bloober Team, Broken Mirror Games, and Anshar Studios.
The Tech Behind Dead by Daylight: Inside Montreal’s Biggest Multiplayer Hit
Dead by Daylight, developed by Behaviour Interactive, has achieved massive success as an asymmetrical multiplayer game through aggressive live-service execution and robust technical infrastructure. The game utilizes extensive player telemetry for real-time balance updates and a sophisticated skill-based matchmaking system. Its longevity is further supported by cross-progression features and integration with streaming culture, solidifying Montreal's position as a key game development hub.
Halloween: The Game Single-Player Details
A new trailer for Halloween: The Game showcases its upcoming single-player Story Mode. The asymmetrical stealth-horror game, based on the iconic movie franchise, was initially announced at gamescom 2025.
Announcing Soul Walker, a 3v1 Asymmetrical Multiplayer Horror Game Produced by Cliff Bleszinski
Epoch Media Studios has announced Soul Walker, a 3v1 asymmetrical multiplayer horror game produced by Cliff Bleszinski, set to release on PC and Xbox. The game features a unique sound-based gameplay system where three survivors must evade a blind entity that hunts by noise, with mechanics that encourage both cooperation and betrayal. The studio is led by CEO Jeffery Thompson, a veteran executive.
SAW: Genesis – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
SAW: Genesis is a 3v1 multiplayer horror game set in the aftermath of World War I. Players can sign up for the beta to experience the game where three Accused must escape procedurally generated mazes while one Judge orchestrates their suffering. The game features asymmetrical gameplay with persistent consequences for player actions.
