00:12Multiplayer in Halloween is a 1v4 asymmetrical horror experience that pits the residents
00:18of Haddonfield against the shape of pure evil, Michael Myers.
00:23In this quintessential slasher simulator, our playable cast of civilian characters desperately
00:28attempt to save their neighbors and themselves from the omnipresent boogeyman while Michael
00:32fixates on stalking and slaying his targets.
00:36Halloween provides familiar elements fans of the genre know and love, but we're incredibly
00:40excited to pull back the curtain and unveil more details that demonstrate our commitment
00:44to delivering our most robust, dynamic, and terrifying multiplayer offering yet.
00:52Michael Myers is a creeping, methodical killer, and on Halloween night,
00:56Haddonfield becomes his hunting ground.
00:58The boogeyman's primary desire is to eliminate every living resident in this quiet town,
01:04but he also begins each match with a list of special targets that supply greater rewards
01:08if killed before time expires.
01:10These unfortunate residents are positioned across various sites in the map,
01:14and Michael players are empowered to use their nightmare suite of abilities to locate,
01:21terrorize, and ultimately execute their victims and anyone bold enough to interfere with their bloodthirsty ambitions.
01:30Killer Sense allows players to step behind the mask and stalk the residents of Haddonfield.
01:35When using this skill and entering the first-person perspective, Michael becomes aggressively aware of his
01:40surroundings and the proximity of potential prey.
01:43By focusing on targets with murderous intent, Michael builds varying levels of stock,
01:49which aid him in identifying and tracking targets and open increasingly satisfying options for executions.
01:59An effective killer always keeps their victims unaware of their presence until those final fatal moments.
02:06While historically Michael Myers isn't known for his speed, fundamental abilities like Shape Jump
02:11amplify the shape's mobility with hauntingly unpredictable results.
02:15In Shape Jump, Michael slips into the shadows to move around environments unseen.
02:21Not only does this increase Michael's base movement speed,
02:24but it also provides access to other powerful traversal options including Shape Dash,
02:28which sends Michael lunging forward with violent momentum.
02:32Shape Jump is confidently one of the most powerful tools at Michael's disposal,
02:36and supplies unlimited possibilities for iconic jump scare moments.
02:46However, that potency comes with a few major caveats.
02:50Our masked antagonist can only enter and exit Shape Jump while in the cover of Darkness
02:54or outside a resident's line of sight.
02:57The light may provide temporary reprieve for the residents of Haddonfield,
03:01but Michael can work to remove sources of illumination by shutting off lights,
03:06cutting power, and even catalyzing temporary blackouts.
03:13Despite the unquestionable malevolence of Michael Myers,
03:17his horrifying homecoming to Haddonfield won't be welcome without resistance.
03:22As the body count climbs and evidence of the boogeyman's presence becomes undeniable,
03:26local authorities, residents, and distinct playable civilians may decide to gather weapons
03:32and face off against evil itself.
03:35Thankfully, Michael knows his way around sharp objects,
03:37and will have multiple options for melee combat encounters.
03:40And if especially persistent Haddonfieldites do manage to get the upper hand in an exchange,
03:45don't worry.
03:49We've said it once, and we'll say it again.
03:52You can't kill the boogeyman.
03:59While Michael swiftly endeavors to turn Haddonfield into a graveyard,
04:03our heroic group of civilian characters desperately attempts to save their neighbors
04:06and escape the boogeyman's bloodthirst.
04:09As a civilian, it's up to you to find fellow Haddonfield residents,
04:13convince them of his malicious intent, and guide them safely to one of several
04:17possible randomized escapes located around the map before they meet an untimely end.
04:22This distinctive cast of playable civilian characters each comes equipped with unique stats,
04:27special traits, and signature personalities.
04:31To ensure no two matches of Halloween play out the same,
04:33our team has constructed a vast playground of possibilities in Haddonfield,
04:38offering civilians a multitude of diverse gameplay systems
04:41to aid them in achieving their objectives and surviving the night.
04:44As civilians navigate these environments, they'll uncover points of interest,
04:48revealing resident NPCs, lootable containers, hiding places,
04:53telephones, possible escape routes, and more.
04:57Thoroughly and cautiously exploring your surroundings
05:00could very well mean the difference between life and death.
05:04And when death comes to your little town,
05:06it's probably not a bad idea to head to your neighbors and contact the local authorities.
05:11Civilians are tasked with tracking down surviving residents and warning them of the looming threat.
05:16Successful conversations with residents can permit civilians to request additional calls to police,
05:21commands to find secure hiding places, or companionship as they navigate the
05:25formerly peaceful streets of Haddonfield.
05:27Should we stick together? Maybe we're better as a team.
05:30Whether it's a local family friend or the authorities, there's safety in numbers.
05:35Once the innocent residents of Haddonfield have been located and persuaded,
05:39it's time for the civilians to plan their harrowing escape.
05:42Lootable containers scattered throughout the map contain weapons,
05:45distractions, and key items that can be used to unlock and access a variety of possible escape routes.
05:50The location of these items and escapes changes from match to match,
05:55so civilians greatly benefit from adjusting their strategies based on the objects uncovered.
06:00It's also worth noting that initiating these escape sequences
06:03generates a tremendous amount of noise, which will alert Michael to your exact location.
06:08So what happens in the likely event that a civilian becomes another display
06:12of Michael's wretched, inhumane nature?
06:15Well, their Haddonfield story isn't over just yet. Even in death, they can support their friends,
06:21and even return as a sheriff's deputy or the unrelenting Dr. Loomis.
06:26Once they've reemerged upon the streets of Haddonfield, they can cooperate with the remaining
06:30civilians and responding officers to try and put a stop to Michael's murderous rampage.
06:36Freeze where you are, Michael. You're coming with me.
06:38While he can't be killed with enough community resistance, the proper equipment, and sheer manpower,
06:44he can be detained and shipped back to Smith's Grove Sanitarium.
06:50Halloween is a legendary film with a genre-defining legacy, and our mission has been to bring the
06:56film's unsettling sense of dread to our asymmetrical horror sandbox. By empowering players to control
07:02the tension and stage the scares, we're building a multiplayer experience designed with replayability
07:07at the forefront. We'll have more details to share regarding character progression, character traits,
07:13customization, proximity chat, and more thrilling gameplay features in the coming months.
07:18But we can't wait for all of you to join us when Halloween launches on September 8th, 2026.
07:34We'll see you next time.
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