New Friday the 13th Game Officially in Development: Everything We Know
Horror Inc. has officially confirmed that a new Friday the 13th game is in development under the Jason Universe expansion. Discover the latest Comic-Con reveals.
The horror gaming community finally has a massive reason to celebrate. After months of intense speculation and relentless rumors circulating across the internet, a new Friday the 13th game is officially in active development. Horror Inc., the current owner of the iconic slasher franchise IP, has publicly confirmed that a successor to the beloved 2017 multiplayer survival horror title is currently in the works. This thrilling announcement arrives as part of a broader expansion for the franchise, bringing Jason Voorhees back from the depths of Camp Crystal Lake to reclaim his throne in the modern video game industry.
The Jason Universe Expansion and Comic-Con Reveal
In 2024, Horror Inc. unveiled its highly ambitious plans to expand the globally recognized slasher franchise across various forms of entertainment media, an initiative officially dubbed the “Jason Universe.” Working closely with Victor Miller, the acclaimed screenwriter of the original 1980 film, the company promised fans that multiple high-quality projects were on the horizon. By May 2025, eagle-eyed fans noticed a recent licensing agreement that strongly hinted at a brand-new interactive gaming experience. Now, those subtle hints have finally transformed into reality.
Speaking at the San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Horror Inc. Executive Vice President Robbie Barsamian officially broke the news to a crowd of eager fans. He confirmed that a direct successor to Friday the 13th: The Game, alongside a brand-new cinematic sequel to the 2009 film reboot, is firmly “at the top of our list.” Barsamian, who previously served as one of the executive producers for the 2017 asymmetric horror game, emphasized the immense dedication of the current development team. “It’s where most of our energy’s going right now,” he stated to the audience. While a full-fledged cinematic trailer or an official studio partner announcement is still being prepared behind closed doors, the hard confirmation that both projects are actively “in the works” has sent shockwaves of excitement through the horror community.
Why a New Friday the 13th Game is Crucial for Fans
The official announcement of a new Friday the 13th game comes as a massive relief to the dedicated player base of the previous installment. The 2017 game, originally developed by IllFonic, perfectly captured the terrifying essence of being hunted by the relentless Jason Voorhees. However, due to a prolonged and incredibly complicated legal battle over the franchise rights between screenwriter Victor Miller and original director Sean S. Cunningham, the game’s post-launch content pipeline was abruptly and permanently halted.
Over the past couple of years, the original game has unfortunately been gradually phased out of existence. At the end of 2023, the survival horror title was permanently delisted from all digital storefronts, making it completely inaccessible to new potential buyers. The situation worsened as the following year wrapped up, when online server support was completely discontinued. This left players who still owned a digital or physical copy with no choice but to play strictly offline in limited bot matches. The promise of a brand-new sequel means that fans will soon have a modern, fully supported platform to experience the unparalleled thrill of the hunt once again.
What Can We Expect from the Upcoming Sequel?
While specific gameplay details, engine specifications, and the official release window remain tightly under wraps, expectations among the community are incredibly high. Given that the project is still in its relatively early stages of development and partner negotiations, it is completely fair to assume that the actual release date might still be a long time away.
Fans are already debating whether the developers will retain the 1v7 asymmetrical multiplayer format that made its predecessor a massive streaming phenomenon, or if they will choose to explore a single-player, narrative-driven survival experience. Regardless of the chosen gameplay direction, its deep integration into the broader Jason Universe suggests a highly polished, heavily funded, and lore-accurate depiction of the legendary hockey-masked slasher.
A Massive Renaissance for Horror Video Games
While we wait for more concrete updates, screenshots, and trailers for the new Friday the 13th game, horror gaming enthusiasts have a massive slate of terrifying titles to look forward to. The horror genre is currently experiencing an unprecedented global renaissance.
Players can easily turn their attention to a slew of highly anticipated releases slated for the near future. Bloober Team’s atmospheric sci-fi survival horror Cronos: The New Dawn and the highly anticipated, Japan-centric Silent Hill projects are both set to deliver massive scares and psychological tension in 2025. Furthermore, looking ahead to the following year, Capcom’s heavily rumored Resident Evil Requiem stands out as one major horror release that survival enthusiasts should absolutely keep on their radar. The triumphant return of Jason Voorhees only adds another massive pillar to what is rapidly shaping up to be a golden era for horror gaming.
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