Halloween (1978) is receiving its very own board game adaptation thanks to Trick or Treat Studios. To play, one player is given the role of Michael Myers, while the other players will have to play Laurie Strode and other notable characters from the title. Players must survive while finding weapons, kids, and an escape path to safety.
Players will encounter many difficulties while playing, one being that The Shape can only be seen when players have him in their direct line of vision. Halloween is a "1 vs Many" style game, so when you play as Myers, you're playing solo.
The Halloween board game from Trick or Treat Studios is available for pre-order on the company's website, with an expected shipping date of August 1.
Movie-Inspired Board Games
John Carpenter's Halloween Film is Getting its Very Own Board Game
Trend Themes
1. Movie-inspired Board Games - The creation of board games based on popular movies opens opportunities for creating unique gaming experiences.
2. 1 Vs Many Style Game - The incorporation of a 1 vs Many style game can create a competitive aspect for the players, which can lead to more engaging game designs.
3. Character-based Board Games - Creating board games that involve players taking on the roles of various characters popular in movies or other media can open opportunities for new engaging game designs.
Industry Implications
1. Film Industry - Film studios could take advantage of this trend by promoting and licensing their popular movies to board game companies.
2. Board Game Industry - Board game companies can capitalize on this trend by producing more board games that are centered around popular movies.
3. Toy Industry - Toy companies can benefit from creating spin-off products such as action figures, play sets, and themed accessories to complement the movie-based board games.