From Crystal Lake to Haddonfield: Friday the 13th's Developers Unleash Michael Myers in New Halloween Horror Title

For fans of asymmetrical multiplayer horror, the name Gun Interactive (formerly Gun Media) immediately conjures images of Jason Voorhees stalking counselors through Camp Crystal Lake. Their highly successful, if tragically short-lived, Friday the 13th: The Game captured the essence of the beloved slasher franchise with terrifying accuracy.

Now, the developers are once again stepping into the hallowed, blood-soaked grounds of horror cinema, but this time, they're trading hockey masks for a chilling white expressionless mask: Michael Myers is coming to asymmetrical multiplayer.

The announcement confirms what many suspected following the unfortunate legal entanglement that brought Friday the 13th: The Game's development to a grinding halt.

A protracted lawsuit over the rights to the original Friday the 13th film character threw a wrench into all future content plans, leaving fans yearning for more and the developers at a crossroads. While the end of F13's journey was bittersweet, it has paved the way for an exciting new chapter, one steeped in the pure, unadulterated terror of John Carpenter's Halloween.

The new project, currently codenamed "Project Black," promises to immerse players in the chilling world of Haddonfield, pitting them against the unstoppable force that is Michael Myers.

Echoing the successful formula of their previous title, one player will embody the silent, relentless Shape, while a group of survivors – ordinary people caught in an extraordinary nightmare – must use their wits, stealth, and surroundings to escape his relentless pursuit. This isn't about fighting back; it's about survival, pure and simple, mirroring the helpless dread instilled by the original films.

Gun Interactive's Wes Keltner and his team are known for their dedication to authenticity, and "Project Black" aims to be no different.

Players can expect iconic locations from the Halloween saga, an atmosphere thick with dread, and a faithful recreation of Michael Myers' terrifying presence. The emphasis will be on psychological horror, the slow burn of fear, and the heart-pounding moments of near-misses. Imagine the terror of hiding in plain sight, listening to those iconic footsteps drawing closer, knowing that one wrong move means a brutal end.

This pivot from Jason to Michael Myers is more than just a change of villain; it's an opportunity for Gun Interactive to apply their proven expertise to a franchise renowned for its suspense and primal fear.

While the Friday the 13th game will be fondly remembered, "Project Black" stands poised to deliver a fresh, yet equally terrifying, asymmetrical multiplayer experience. The Shape is ready to stalk, and horror fans should brace themselves for an unforgettable journey into the dark heart of Halloween.