United Kingdom, Aug. 22 -- Halloween is the latest classic horror movie to be adapted into a video game.

The console take on John Carpenter's slasher film is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC at some point in 2026.

The Halloween game is being developed by Illfonic, the studio behind other horror adaptations such as Friday the 13th: The Game, Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game and Predator Hunting Grounds.

Just like those titles, Halloween is being designed as a "one-versus-many" asymmetrical horror that sees the character of Michael Myers pursuing the residents of Haddonfield.

Illfonic explained: "In dynamic and ever-changing 1v4 asymmetrical multiplayer matches, hero players must arm themselves with everyday household items...