Halloween: The Game — Release Date, Edition Comparison & System Requirements

As an overseas SEO content creator and dedicated horror gaming enthusiast, I’ve been tracking IllFonic and Gun Interactive’s upcoming release with huge anticipation. If you’re a fan of 1978 original movie classics and asymmetrical survival horror, Halloween: The Game (Steam App ID: 3219630) is shaping up to be one of the biggest releases of September 2026.

Below is your ultimate guide covering exact global release dates and unlock times, standard vs. deluxe edition price comparisons, detailed PC and console system requirements, and answers to your most asked questions (including Game Pass status and cross-play support).

 

Halloween: The Game Release Date

The night he came home is officially scheduled! Halloween: The Game will launch globally on September 8, 2026. However, if you pre-order the Deluxe Edition, you get 4-Day Advance Access, allowing you to dive into Haddonfield on September 4, 2026.

Region / Major City	Timezone	Advance Access (Deluxe Edition)	Standard Official Launch Date
United States (Los Angeles)	PDT (UTC-7)	Sept 4, 2026 \ 10:00 AM	Sept 8, 2026 \ 10:00 AM
United States (New York)	EDT (UTC-4)	Sept 4, 2026 \ 1:00 PM	Sept 8, 2026 \ 1:00 PM
United Kingdom (London)	BST (UTC+1)	Sept 4, 2026 \ 6:00 PM	Sept 8, 2026 \ 6:00 PM
France (Paris) / Germany (Berlin)	CEST (UTC+2)	Sept 4, 2026 \ 7:00 PM	Sept 8, 2026 \ 7:00 PM
Spain (Madrid)	CEST (UTC+2)	Sept 4, 2026 \ 7:00 PM	Sept 8, 2026 \ 7:00 PM
Singapore (Singapore)	SGT (UTC+8)	Sept 5, 2026 \ 1:00 AM	Sept 9, 2026 \ 1:00 AM
Hong Kong (Hong Kong)	HKT (UTC+8)	Sept 5, 2026 \ 1:00 AM	Sept 9, 2026 \ 1:00 AM
Japan (Tokyo)	JST (UTC+9)	Sept 5, 2026 \ 2:00 AM	Sept 9, 2026 \ 2:00 AM

 

Halloween: The Game Edition Comparison

IllFonic has listed two main digital editions available for pre-purchase on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Here is how they stack up in terms of USD ($) and EUR (€) pricing and included content:

Edition	Price (USD)	Price (EUR)	Included Content & Perks
Standard Edition	$39.99 USD	€39.99 EUR	1.Base Game (1v4 Asymmetrical Multiplayer + Standalone Singleplayer Campaign) 2.Pre-order Bonus Content
Deluxe Edition	$59.99 USD	€59.99 EUR	1.Full Base Game 2.4-Day Early Advance Access (Play starting Sept 4, 2026) 3.Exclusive Michael Myers Cosmetics & Outfits 4.Hero Survivor Outfits & Digital Bonuses

(Note: Regional store adjustments may apply depending on local currency taxes, e.g., €40.99 EUR in specific EU sub-regions).

 

 

Halloween: The Game System Requirements

Because Halloween: The Game is built on Unreal Engine 5, it utilizes high-end cinema-quality lighting, dynamic NPC systems, and realistic environments. Below are the hardware specs for PC players as listed on Steam, alongside console performance targets for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

PC System Requirements

Hardware Specification	Minimum Requirements (1080p\30 FPS)	Recommended Requirements (4K \ 30 FPS / High)
Operating System	Windows 11 64-bit	Windows 11 64-bit
Processor (CPU)	Intel LGA 1200+ / AMD AM4+	Intel LGA 1700+ / AMD AM5+
Memory (RAM)	16 GB RAM	32 GB RAM
Graphics (GPU)	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660+ / AMD Radeon RX 590+ / Intel Arc A770+	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3000 series / AMD Radeon RX 7000 series
DirectX Version	Version 12	Version 12
Network	Broadband Internet Connection	Broadband Internet Connection
Storage Space	45 GB available space	45 GB available space
Drive Requirements	SSD / NVMe Required	High-Speed NVMe SSD Required

Console Hardware & System Requirements

Console Platform	Storage & Hardware Requirements	Performance & Resolution Targets	Features Supported
PlayStation 5 (PS5)	~45 GB Internal NVMe SSD	Dynamic 4K (Performance Mode \ 60 FPS / Quality Mode \ 4K 30 FPS)	DualSense Haptic Feedback & Dynamic Triggers
Xbox Series X	~45 GB Internal NVMe SSD	Native/Dynamic 4K \ 60 FPS Target	HDR10 Support
Xbox Series S	~45 GB Internal NVMe SSD	1080p Resolution \ 30/60 FPS Target	Standard HDR Support
PS4 / Xbox One	Not Supported	N/A	Exclusive to current-generation platforms for UE5 performance

 

Halloween: The Game FAQs

Q1: Is Halloween: The Game multiplayer-only, or does it have singleplayer?

It offers both! The primary mode is a dynamic 1v4 asymmetrical multiplayer match where one player becomes Michael Myers (The Shape) and 4 players play as Heroes of Haddonfield. Additionally, for the first time in an asymmetrical horror title, it features a standalone singleplayer narrative campaign letting you witness the story through the eyes of Michael Myers.

Q2: Will Halloween: The Game be on Xbox Game Pass at launch?

No day-one release for Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus has been announced. The game is available as a standalone purchase starting at $39.99 / €39.99.

Q3: Does Halloween: The Game support Cross-Platform play (Cross-Play)?

Yes! IllFonic has a strong track record of cross-platform integration (as seen in Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed and Predator: Hunting Grounds). Cross-play is supported across PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S to maintain fast matchmaking pools.

Q4: How do the survivor mechanics work against Michael Myers?

Unlike traditional run-and-hide horror games, Haddonfield residents can fight back! Hero players can arm themselves, convince and equip NPC townsfolk with weapons, and contact local authorities to call in armed police neighborhood patrols to slow down and outsmart Michael.