Halloween: The Game Characters
The complete playable roster: Myers, ten launch civilians, legacy heroes, Deluxe extras, and the Dr. Loomis and deputy responder roles.
The most important decision in Haddonfield happens before the first footstep: do you want to hunt as Michael Myers or help civilians survive him? This guide covers the full roster, separates confirmed facts from community reports, and explains which wiki pages to read before you pick a role at launch.
As of September 2026, the confirmed roster includes Michael Myers as the single playable killer, ten standard Civilians in the Standard Edition, two Digital Deluxe-exclusive Civilians, and two post-death responder roles. The match format is 1v4: one Myers versus four Heroes of Haddonfield.
Michael Myers, the Shape
Michael Myers is the playable opposing killer and the central threat of both the story and multiplayer experience. He is unkillable in the sense that civilian swings do not end the match — he gets back up from weapons and firearms. His movement identity is built around Shape Jump, darkness, and stalk, not a straight sprint.
The official progression overview confirms Myers starts with two traits — Killer Sense and Shape Jump — then lets you pick three abilities from a pool including Reality Tear, Blackout, Detection Pulse, and Shape Slip. Starting weapons, skins, and tints are also part of the loadout. See Play as Michael Myers for the full kit breakdown.
The ten Standard Edition Civilians
The Standard Edition ships with ten playable Civilians, all of whom also appear in the six-chapter single-player story. Developers have confirmed that each Civilian carries unique stats, special traits, and a personality. The four confirmed stat categories are:
| Stat | Officially described role |
|---|---|
| Athleticism | Determines how quickly and efficiently a Civilian moves on foot or by bike |
| Personality | Affects ability to convince residents, alert authorities, command followers, and determines Fear and Stalk resistances |
| Resourcefulness | Determines repair expertise, environmental awareness, and competence with vehicles or firearms |
| Capability | Represents overall vigor when wielding melee weapons or throwable household items |
Developers have not published per-character numeric values or exact trait effects. This guide does not invent stat lines.
The six new Haddonfield Civilians
- Thomas Armitage: Athletic former football player who works for his family’s furniture business and protects his younger sister. Community reports suggest a frontline protector role with possible stamina or strength lean.
- Jennifer Aarons: Well-read bookstore employee prepared for departure to college. Community commentary reads her as an objective-focused planner with a stealth-conscious approach.
- Tanya Harrison: Charming record-store employee who knows much of the local community. Her social personality makes her the natural choice for communication and NPC coordination.
- Rachel Callahan: Aspiring mortician fascinated by death and comfortable in unsettling situations. Community reports predict calm decision-making during fear effects, though not immunity.
- Marcus Navarro: Tough, protective Haddonfield returnee who prefers independence. His self-directed profile may suit players who like working alone.
- Eric Dunn: Dependable Nichols Hardware employee described as practical and handy. Community reports connect his background to objective and repair tasks.
The four legacy Civilians from the films
- Laurie Strode: Playable Civilian at launch, also featured interactively in the single-player story. Voiced by Chelsea Krause.
- Annie Brackett: Playable Civilian at launch, also featured in story. Voiced by Kaitlyn Robrock.
- Lynda van der Klok: Playable Civilian at launch, also featured in story. Voiced by Angela Carbone.
- Bob Simms: Playable Civilian at launch, also featured in story. Voiced by Nicholas Leung.
Each legacy character has a default multiplayer outfit. Completing challenges in single-player story unlocks alternate costumes and cosmetic items, including looks inspired by memorable film moments.
Digital Deluxe exclusive Civilians
Richard Hawthorne: Included in Digital Deluxe and the Digital Deluxe Upgrade available at launch. Community reports describe him as a survivor with a connection to the film’s events. Voiced by Spencer Charnas.
Alexis Purcell: Included in Digital Deluxe and the Digital Deluxe Upgrade available at launch. Community coverage has discussed her role and background. Voiced by Kristina Klebe.
Both are exclusive to Digital Deluxe and should not be added to the confirmed Standard Edition total of ten.
Post-death responder roles
Dying is not a hard spectator lock in Halloween: The Game. A downed Civilian can still support the squad and may return as one of two responder roles:
Dr. Samuel Loomis: Michael’s film psychiatrist who narrates the six-chapter single-player story. In multiplayer, a dead Civilian player can return as Loomis and continue helping the team. Community reports indicate he carries a six-shot revolver.
Sheriff’s Deputy: A post-death role that lets a dead Civilian player continue participating with law enforcement tools. Community reports connect this to the police arrival mechanic that is part of the civilian win condition.
Both roles are confirmed by the official multiplayer overview as post-death return options, not ordinary selectable launch Civilians.
How to choose a Civilian at launch
There is no reliable pre-launch tier list because official material focuses on identities and cosmetics rather than final balance. Choose based on the kind of decisions you enjoy in a match.
| Your priority | Suggested starting choice | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Protect teammates | Thomas | Athletic and protective profile suits intervention |
| Plan and prepare | Jennifer | Bookish, prepared identity supports careful approach |
| Support and coordinate | Tanya | Social personality is built for communication |
| Handle fear pressure | Rachel | Community reports predict composure, though not immunity |
| Work independently | Marcus or Eric | Both suggest self-reliance or practical problem-solving |
| Play a film favorite | Laurie, Annie, Lynda, or Bob | All four are confirmed legacy Civilians |
Practical habits for launch week:
- Choose a primary job: protecting, completing objectives, supporting residents, or gathering information
- Balance personalities: a group of all aggressive players may neglect objectives
- Treat community reports as guidance, not confirmed stats
- Communicate before splitting up: teamwork is the documented way to slow Michael down
- Use single-player story challenges to pursue alternate cosmetics for legacy characters
- Reassess after launch: final balance details may change how each character feels
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
How many playable Civilians are in the Standard Edition?
The Standard Edition includes ten playable Civilians at launch: Jennifer, Tanya, Rachel, Eric, Marcus, Thomas, Bob, Lynda, Annie, and Laurie. Michael Myers is separate because he is the opposing killer.
Is Michael Myers playable?
Yes. Michael Myers is the playable slasher on the killer side of the 1v4 experience. Players control The Shape while four Civilian players attempt to survive and protect Haddonfield residents.
Are Laurie, Annie, Lynda, and Bob playable in multiplayer?
Yes. The four legacy characters are reimagined as playable multiplayer Civilians and also appear interactively in the single-player story. Their default outfits and unlockable cosmetics are confirmed.
Are Richard, Alexis, Dr. Loomis, and the sheriff's deputy confirmed playable?
Richard and Alexis are confirmed as the two exclusive Digital Deluxe Civilians included in the Digital Deluxe Edition Upgrade at launch. Dr. Loomis and the Sheriff's Deputy are confirmed post-death responder roles, not ordinary selectable Civilians.
Do Civilians have unique abilities?
Developers have confirmed each Civilian has unique stats, special traits, and a personality. They have not published a public stat sheet, so this guide does not invent numeric values. Treat differences as role flavor until live balance data exists.
Can a dead Civilian keep playing?
Yes. A downed Civilian can still support the squad and may return as Dr. Loomis or a Sheriff's Deputy. This is how police detention of Myers becomes possible — the original four try to live long enough to make that project happen, or they die early and become the project.