Halloween: The Game Release Date & Time – Exact Launch Schedule

Ready to step into Haddonfield as Michael Myers or one of his would-be victims? If you're counting down the days, here's the exact release schedule for Halloween: The Game, along with everything else you need to know before launch.

When does Halloween: The Game release? Mark your calendars for September 8, 2026. That's when the game officially drops on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The launch is simultaneous across all platforms, kicking off at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 6 PM CEST. If you're in other time zones, you can convert that to your local time, but those are the main anchors.

Early Access for Digital Deluxe Edition owners starts earlier. If you've grabbed the Digital Deluxe Edition, you get four days of advance access starting September 4, 2026, at 9 AM PT / 6 PM CEST. That means you'll be stalking survivors while everyone else waits.

Crossplay is a big yes here. Halloween: The Game supports crossplay between PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. So whether your friends are on a different platform, you can still team up (or face off) in the multiplayer modes. Since the core experience is a 1v4 setup—one player as Michael Myers, four as civilians trying to survive and escape Haddonfield—crossplay makes it much easier to find matches and play with your crew.

What exactly is Halloween: The Game? It's an asymmetrical horror game set in the classic Halloween universe. You can play as Michael, hunting down survivors, or as one of several civilians. As a civilian, you'll use weapons, household items, abilities, and the environment to stay alive. There's also a standalone single-player story mode where you play as Michael Myers, so if you want a solo experience, that's there too.

Quick recap: Launch is September 8 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 6 PM CEST. Early access for Deluxe Edition starts September 4 at the same times. Crossplay is supported across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. And yes, there's both multiplayer and a single-player story.

Now you know exactly when to jump in. Did this help you plan your Halloween: The Game launch? Let us know in the comments!