New Friday the 13th Game and Film Confirmed in Development

Jason Voorhees Returns: New Friday the 13th Game and Film Confirmed

Fans of the iconic horror franchise Friday the 13th have reason to rejoice! Both a new video game and a new film based on the terrifying world of Crystal Lake are now officially in development. This exciting news was confirmed by Robbie Barsamian, Vice President of Horror Inc., during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con.

Barsamian’s announcement puts an end to years of uncertainty and legal woes that have plagued the beloved series. “I can tell you that a new film and game are now a priority,” Barsamian stated at the event. “That's where most of our focus is. And I can tell you that we can finally bring them to life.” While specific development studios for either project were not revealed, Barsamian emphasized that both are genuinely underway and will be released.

A Troubled Past, A Promising Future

The Friday the 13th franchise has faced significant challenges over the past decade. Jason Voorhees last appeared on the big screen in 2009, with further cinematic outings stalled largely due to prolonged legal disputes over intellectual property rights. The last video game, the asymmetrical multiplayer title Friday the 13th: The Game, allowed players to either stalk counselors as Jason or try to survive his onslaught as a camp counselor.

Released in 2017, the game garnered a dedicated fanbase but eventually met an unfortunate end. It was delisted from digital storefronts in 2023, and its servers were shut down at the close of last year. The reason, as is often the case in such situations, was the expiration of its licensing agreement. This history makes the current announcement from Horror Inc. even more significant, suggesting that the long-standing legal hurdles may finally have been cleared.

The confirmation of new projects signals a hopeful new chapter for the franchise. After years of silence and setbacks, the return of Jason Voorhees to both film and gaming is sure to thrill horror enthusiasts worldwide. Fans can now look forward to more terrifying encounters with the legendary slasher, hopefully without the licensing issues that plagued past endeavors.