Much like Michael Myers throughout the franchise’s illustrious (and sometimes horrendous) history, IllFonic’s Halloween has returned. A new overview trailer is available, outlining what you should know about the core gameplay. More importantly, however, it has a release date of September 8th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC.
Described as its “most robust, dynamic and terrifying multiplayer offering yet,” Halloween is an asymmetrical title where one player controls Myers. Four others embody his soon-to-be victims, but his killing spree isn’t chaotic. By slaughtering specific residents before the time is up, Michael can accrue better rewards.
Killer Sense is one of his core abilities. It shifts to first-person, where longer observation will result in more resources for better tracking and wilder kills. He can also use Shape Jump to quickly move through environments, phasing through solid objects without being detected, reappearing when least expected. If you need even more speed, Shape Dash is on hand.
The downside is that you need to be in the darkness or outside of a target’s line of sight. Naturally, that leads to the killer’s other play – destroying any light sources or cutting power to the town. Another twist is that players can actually use weapons and pursue other residents of Haddonfield to help them escape from Michael’s clutches. And if you die, it’s possible to return as a deputy or the iconic Dr Loomis.
IllFonic will reveal even more details for Halloween in the coming months, including character progression, traits and customization. Proximity chat is also confirmed, which should make for even more terrifying experiences (depending on which side of the mask you’re on).
