Halloween Game Debuts Playable Demo at PAX East

Fans can also attempt Guinness World Record for largest gathering of Michael Myers cosplayers

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The first playable demo for the upcoming asymmetrical stealth horror game 'Halloween' will debut at PAX East in Boston from March 26-29, 2026. Developer IllFonic and partners will also host a panel with the original film's director John Carpenter and attempt a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Michael Myers.

Why it matters

The 'Halloween' game aims to faithfully recreate the eerie tone and atmosphere of the classic 1978 slasher film, allowing fans to step into the iconic roles of both Michael Myers and his terrified victims. The PAX East demo and world record attempt will build anticipation for the game's launch later in 2026.

The details

The PAX East demo will feature the Haddonfield Heights map, a Midwestern neighborhood filled with homes, yards, and the abandoned Myers house. Players will take on the 1v4 multiplayer experience, with one as Michael Myers stalking four survivors. On March 28, IllFonic will host a panel with the original film's director John Carpenter, Compass Pictures' Malek Akkad, and the game's developers to discuss bringing the 'Halloween' world to life. Later that day, fans will attempt the Guinness World Record for largest gathering of Michael Myers cosplayers.

  • The 'Halloween' game demo debuts at PAX East in Boston from March 26-29, 2026.
  • The developer panel is scheduled for March 28 at 12:00 pm.
  • The Guinness World Record attempt takes place on March 28 at 3:30 pm.
  • The 'Halloween' game launches on September 8, 2026.

The players

IllFonic

The developer and publisher of the 'Halloween' game.

Gun Interactive

The co-publisher of the 'Halloween' game.

Compass International Pictures

A partner on the 'Halloween' game, represented by Malek Akkad and Ryan Freimann.

John Carpenter

The director of the original 1978 'Halloween' film, who will join the developer panel virtually.

Jared Gerritzen

The Chief Creative Officer at IllFonic.

Jordan Mathewson

The Design Director at IllFonic.

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What’s next

On Saturday, March 28, at 3:30 pm, fans are invited to take part in an attempt for the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the 'Largest gathering of people dressed as Michael Myers (Halloween franchise)' at the PAX East venue.

The takeaway

The 'Halloween' game demo and events at PAX East will give fans an early look at how the developers are aiming to faithfully recreate the iconic slasher franchise in an interactive experience, building anticipation for the game's full launch later in 2026.