Blumhouse Games Ahead of Schedule with Ambitious Horror Game Plans

Blumhouse Games, a renowned horror movie specialist, has announced its foray into the video game industry, with a revised timeline that exceeds initial expectations. The company has signed six games, including one slated for release this year, with three more planned for 2025, three for 2026, and a couple in 2027. This accelerated pace is a testament to the team's enthusiasm and dedication to delivering high-quality horror games. The Blumhouse Games team, currently comprising seven employees, offers a range of services, including funding, marketing, sales, PR, and QA, with a unique focus on horror and a connection to its parent company. The developers working with Blumhouse typically retain the rights to their games, while the company retains the option to adapt them into films or TV shows. Blumhouse has already received pitches for games based on its existing movie franchises, but the team is prioritizing original concepts. The company's overall goal is to create a distinct brand of horror games that mirror the diversity and creativity of its movie counterparts. With a focus on small-budget, low-risk, high-upside projects, Blumhouse aims to deliver unique and captivating horror experiences. The team is excited about its slate, which includes Fear the Spotlight, Sleep Awake, Crisol: Theater of Idols, Grave Seasons, The Simulation, and Project C. These games showcase the company's commitment to innovative storytelling and gameplay. As the horror game market continues to evolve, Blumhouse is confident that its dedicated approach will yield a loyal fan base and a steady stream of engaging horror games. With the rise of new games and remakes from established franchises, the horror genre is experiencing a resurgence, and Blumhouse is poised to make a significant contribution. As Louise Blain, Blumhouse Games creative lead, notes, "I don't think we'll ever run out of ways to tell scary stories," emphasizing the company's dedication to delivering fresh, creative, and captivating horror experiences.