It’s that time of year again. The chill in the air. The crunch of leaves underfoot. And, of course, the irresistible pull of Halloween. But what if the spirit of the season doesn’t stay confined to your neighborhood streets? What if it spills into your favorite screen? Let’s talk video games that don’t simply whisper Halloween – they scream it. Ready?
Batman: Arkham Knight
Wait, Batman on Halloween? Yup. While Arkham Knight might not be the first game you think of when it comes to spooky gaming, set on Halloween night, Gotham is drenched in atmosphere. As you glide across the dark city streets, you might even bump into some festive surprises—Man-Bat, anyone? The game is intense, dark, and every bit as thrilling as a good haunted house.
Pumpkin Jack
A pumpkin-headed swordsman? Check. A deal with the Devil? Oh yeah. This quirky 3D platformer lets you slash your way through eerie landscapes (oops, caught myself) under a permanent Halloween night sky. Fast, fun, and undeniably festive, Pumpkin Jack is a love letter to all things spooky. Each level throws you into haunted graveyards, eerie swamps, and crumbling castles, all while dodging ghosts and goblins. It’s as if Halloween itself coded this game while sipping on candy corn-flavored coffee.
Costume Quest
If Halloween was distilled into its most innocent, candy-filled video games’ form, it would look like Costume Quest. It’s not all treats, though—there are definitely some tricks. You’ll start as Wren or Reynold, just a couple of kids on a mission to rescue their sibling from a candy-loving monster. Along the way, you transform into whatever costume you’re wearing. A cardboard box robot? Yep. A giant knight? Absolutely. You’ll fight off fiendish foes in turn-based combat, all while keeping an eye on the clock—there’s a curfew, after all.
Dead by Daylight: Halloween Chapter DLC
What’s scarier than a regular game of Dead by Daylight? How about adding Michael Myers into the mix? This DLC transports players to Haddonfield, where the masked killer from Halloween stalks his prey. With Laurie Strode as a playable survivor, every match feels like a slasher movie in real-time. You and your friends will either scream together… or get picked off one by one. Good luck making it to morning.
Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night
Ever saved your kidnapped piglet on Halloween night? Barnyard Blast brings that exact scenario to life. This parody of classic horror games delivers plenty of chuckles alongside its spooky themes. Six levels with quirky names like “The Volcano BBQ” and “The Castle of Intolerable Pain” keep the humor rolling, while its retro vibe takes us back to those old-school gaming nights. It’s weird, it’s fun, and it’s perfect for Halloween.
Castleween
Let’s throw it back to the early 2000s with Castleween. On a night when kids dress as ghosts, Alicia and Greg’s friends get turned into stone. You’ll help them rescue their friends in a world that leans hard into the spooky season. It might not be a household name, but there’s a certain charm to its Halloween aesthetics that still lingers.
Night In The Woods
Now, if you’re looking for something a little more introspective but no less perfect for October, Night in the Woods brings the autumn vibes in full force. Small town. Faded dreams. A town festival called Harfest, where the protagonist, Mae, stumbles upon a kidnapping. It’s the kind of story where the chill in the air isn’t from ghosts but from growing up. And yes, Mae’s Harfest performance is awkwardly delightful.
Trick & Treat
Don’t let the cute art style fool you—Trick & Treat might lull you in with its charm, but the haunted mansion you’re trapped in will quickly remind you of the season’s spookier side. As Amelia, a loyal maid, you’ll solve puzzles to escape and reunite with your witchy boss. It’s short, sweet, and perfect for a cozy Halloween night. Plus, it’s free! What better treat is there?
Haunted: Halloween ‘85
Feeling retro? Then it’s time to travel back to the ‘80s with Haunted: Halloween ‘85. Think classic NES, think pixelated zombies, think Possum Hollow on Halloween night. You’re Donny, a kid who’s gotta fight his way through hordes of ghouls with nothing but his fists. It’s a beat ’em up that throws you into a world where every night is Halloween, and every enemy looks like they crawled out of an 8-bit nightmare.
So, what are you waiting for? All these video games set in Halloween are waiting for you. Whether you’re after jump scares, nostalgia, or quirky characters in costumes, these games have you covered. Play them before the pumpkin spice fades away and winter’s chill takes hold. But also, don’t miss the most plot-twisted Fan Theories About Halloween Movies That Will Blow Your Mind!
