Friday the 13th: The Game for Xbox One is a multiplayer survival horror game based on the iconic Friday the 13th film franchise. Developed by IllFonic and published by Gun Media, the game offers an immersive experience where players either attempt to survive or become the infamous Jason Voorhees. Here’s an overview:
Game Details
•Platform: Xbox One (also available on PS4, PC, and Nintendo Switch)
•Genre: Survival Horror
•Release Date:
•Digital: May 26, 2017
•Physical: October 13, 2017
•Modes: Multiplayer (1 vs. 7) and Single-Player Challenges
Gameplay Features
1.As Jason Voorhees:
•One player takes on the role of Jason, whose goal is to hunt down and eliminate the camp counselors using various weapons, traps, and abilities.
•Jason has supernatural abilities, like teleportation and heightened senses.
2.As Camp Counselors:
•Up to seven players become camp counselors, tasked with surviving the night by:
•Escaping the camp (via vehicles or calling the police).
•Hiding and avoiding Jason.
•Working together to defeat or delay Jason.
3.Maps:
Several locations from the Friday the 13th films, such as Camp Crystal Lake, are available for exploration.
4.Customization:
Players can unlock and customize different versions of Jason and camp counselors with perks, skills, and cosmetics.
5.Single-Player Mode:
Includes challenges and offline bot gameplay for those who prefer not to play online.
Notable Facts
•The game received a lot of praise for its nostalgic design and faithfulness to the movies, including authentic soundtracks and Jason’s designs from various films.
•Legal disputes over the franchise’s rights led to the discontinuation of new content updates, but servers remain active for multiplayer.