IllFonic has announced that it a demo for its upcoming game, Halloween, will be playable at PAX East from March 26 to 29. The game will release on September 8, 2026.
Additionally, alongside the playable demo, a panel dedicated to the game will also be held during PAX East. The panel will feature IllFonic’s Jared Gerritzen and Jordan
Mathewson, among others. Additionally, John Carpenter, director of the original 1978 film, will join virtually. The demo will highlight the map, Haddonfield Heights, as well as the game’s mechanics.
Halloween will release on September 8, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via IllFonic:
Step into the chilling world of John Carpenter’s genre-defining film, now transformed into a suspenseful one-versus-many stealth horror experience. Put on the iconic mask to become the ultimate slasher, Michael Myers, stalking and executing the citizens of Haddonfield one by one, or striving to thwart Michael Myers’ plans as Civilians determined to save the unaware townsfolk before it’s too late.
Stick to the shadows as Civilians, seeking out Haddonfield residents to warn them and searching for a way to contact the authorities. As Michael Myers, give them a reason to fear the dark and cut the phone lines to prevent the police from ruining his favorite holiday. Whether playing solo in story mode, against bots offline, or facing others in online multiplayer, each mode rewards stealth, strategy, and skillful play.
Staying true to the original film, IllFonic masterfully recreates the eerie atmosphere of Haddonfield across multiple maps and authentic locations. With a haunting ambience and score inspired by the legendary movie, Halloween brings the terror home in a new experience that will keep both old and new generations looking over their shoulders.
