Halloween Gaming Season 2026: Live Status and In-Depth Guide for October's Biggest Events
Late October has delivered a packed gaming schedule. We have verified and expanded the latest gaming digest: every announced event is now officially live. From free legendary heroes to fresh horror maps and roguelite racing modes, here is everything you need to know to maximize your in-game rewards right now.
1. Pokémon GO — Halloween 2026 Part 1 Is Live: Free Costume Pikachu & Field Quests
The festive Halloween 2026 Part 1 event kicked off on October 27 and runs through November 1 at 10:00 AM local time. The best part is that all headline rewards are accessible without spending money.
Free Timed Research: Completes automatically upon logging in. Claim 6 Rare Candies and a costume Pikachu wearing a hat and cape before November 1, 10:00 AM.
Free Halloween GO Pass: Ranks can be progressed until November 5, 8:00 PM. Reaching Rank 10 unlocks 2× Catch Candy, and Rank 20 grants 2× Stardust (rewards claimable until November 7).
Field Research Tasks & Encounters:
Catch 13 Ghost-type Pokémon: Top Hat Zubat, Halloween Piplup, or Headband Noibat encounter;
Make 6 Nice Throws: Misdreavus, Duskull, or Pumpkaboo encounter;
Win 1 Raid: Top Hat Zubat or Bow Sinistea encounter;
Win 3 Raids: Guaranteed costume Pikachu encounter.
Trainer Tip: Top up your PokéCoins and unlock premium event items directly via the Pokémon GO section on kupi-ig.ru.
2. The Séance of Blake Manor — Supernatural Detective Hits Game Pass and Steam
The acclaimed supernatural mystery The Séance of Blake Manor developed by The Spooky Doorway and published by Raw Fury has officially launched. The title is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud Gaming via Xbox Game Pass, as well as on Steam with a 30% launch discount and Nintendo Switch 2.
Set in 1897 Ireland, players investigate the disappearance of Evelyn Deane in an eerie, remote country estate. Featuring unguided exploration, character interrogations, and deductive notebook mechanics, this Victorian Gothic adventure is a standout experience for mystery fans. Subscribers of Xbox Game Pass can jump in immediately at no extra cost.
3. Halloween: The Game — Patch 1.2.0 "Tower Farm Terror" & Free Scythe Weapon
IllFonic has released the major Patch 1.2.0 for Halloween: The Game, headlined by the eerie rural map The Tower Farm, which is free for all owners of the base game.
New Scythe Weapon: You do not need to buy paid DLC to wield the Scythe. It can be unlocked completely free by completing specific in-game challenges on Tower Farm. Buying the Halloween 5 skin simply grants instant access.
Dynamic Survival Mechanics: Resident zones now reveal dynamically based on player proximity. Successful interactions with survivors significantly boost chances of obtaining key escape tools.
Michael Myers Balance: Reaching Bloodthirst Tier 3 now highlights priority targets and survivor locations across the map.
Twitch Drops: Exclusive Halloween cosmetic items are unlockable by watching official partner streams throughout the week.
4. Asphalt Legends Unite — BLACKCREST Roguelite Mode Now Live
The all-new BLACKCREST event has officially launched in Asphalt Legends Unite, running until November 24, 2026. Bringing roguelite mechanics to high-speed arcade racing, players tackle progressive missions with strategic mid-run upgrades.
Event Currencies Explained:
Blackcrest Bills: Used to boost your car's speed and handling inside active runs;
Blackcrest Shards: Used to upgrade your Nexus Core, apply modifications, and repair vehicle damage;
Decoders: Used in the Decoder section to unlock exclusive vehicle blueprints.
Grand Prize Hypercars: Players can earn the cutting-edge Bugatti Tourbillon and Bentley Mulliner Batur.
Key Hunt: Simultaneously running until November 9, players can participate in the Key Hunt for the legendary Lamborghini Miura Concept.
5. RAID: Shadow Legends — Active BOORAID Promo Code & Festival of Frights
The seasonal Festival of Frights is underway in RAID: Shadow Legends until November 10, packed with bonuses for both new and veteran players:
New Player Promo Code
BOORAID: Active through June 1, 2027 across PC (Plarium Play), iOS, and Android. Unlocks Legendary Undead Hordes Support Champion Skartorsis, 15 Force Brews, 300,000 Silver, and 15 Greater Force Potions. Skartorsis is an exceptional team carry thanks to AOE debuff cleansing and turn-meter boosting.Veteran Content: The limited-time fusion event for Legendary Champion Orynyx Mindcrawler runs through November 6, alongside spooky Halloween Bastion visuals and puzzle riddles from Harvest Jack.
