Halloween Video Game Trailer Just Dropped — You Won’t Believe The Release Date

Michael Myers finally has a clock-in time. IllFonic put a date on its Halloween game and showed off how it actually plays. Short version: stealthy cat-and-mouse in Haddonfield with you either stalking or scrambling, depending on which side you pick.

The basics

• Release date: September 8, 2026
• Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store
• Revealed during: PlayStation's State of Play on Wednesday, alongside a new gameplay trailer

What the trailer shows

The footage takes us back to Haddonfield, the small-town setting of the 1978 film, with the familiar suburban streets and that creeping, uneasy vibe. The trailer flips perspectives between everyday locals and Michael Myers, teasing how each side moves, hides, and hunts.

How it plays

IllFonic is framing this as a one-versus-many setup. You can stalk around Haddonfield as Myers, or roll in as a local trying not to become the next headline. The twist is all in the sneaking and disruption:

On the civilian side, you stick to shadows, warn neighbors, and figure out how to call for help without getting caught. As Myers, you are the threat: stalk, ambush, and even take out the phone lines to keep the police out of it.

'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.'

Modes cover solo story play, offline matches with bots, and online multiplayer. However you play, the pitch is the same: stealth, planning, and clean execution matter more than brute force. IllFonic also says they have painstakingly recreated locations and the overall Halloween atmosphere, which should be catnip if you want that classic Haddonfield feel.

A quick reality check

Yes, 2026 is a long runway for a licensed horror game. But if they nail the tension and the town, a slow burn fits Michael Myers better than a rushed sprint anyway.