Slasher Manhunt, Voodoo Ranger’s nationwide search for real-life Michael Myerses in partnership with Halloween: The Game, rewards winners with a year of Slasher IPA and culminates in a ‘Party Without Fear’ in New York City

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Most people run from Michael Myers. Voodoo Ranger is trying to find him to buy him a beer.

This Halloween, Voodoo Ranger, America’s #1 IPA and fastest growing craft beer brand, is turning one of horror’s most infamous names into a nationwide reward opportunity with the launch of Slasher Manhunt, a search for real people legally named Michael Myers. After years of living in the shadow of horror’s most recognizable killer, it’s time for the people who share his name to get their Halloween back.

The nationwide search is open to anyone 21 and older in the US who can legally prove their name is Michael Myers. Eligible participants can enter for the chance to receive cash for a year’s supply of Voodoo Ranger beer along with a copy of Halloween: The Game. 

Slasher Manhunt will culminate in New York City on October 7 with Party Without Fear, a Halloween activation created in partnership with Halloween: The Game. Real-life Michael Myerses will be invited to Ray’s on the Lower East Side to show a valid ID for a special reward, while guests can enjoy Slasher IPA, game demos and exclusive giveaways.

“Being named Michael Myers has come with enough baggage, so we’re here with the beer,” said Kiron Chakraborty, Marketing Director of Voodoo Ranger. “We’re rewarding real Michael Myerses with a year’s supply of Voodoo Ranger because Halloween deserves to be celebrated, not endured. And when it comes to Halloween, there’s no better beer than Voodoo Ranger.”

Slasher IPA is Voodoo Ranger’s collaboration beer for the Halloween: The Game partnership, brewed to mark the launch of the new video game and available exclusively in a limited-edition Hoppy Pack. This collab pack is the fastest selling Hoppy Pack for Voodoo Ranger in 2026.* Like every Voodoo Ranger release, Slasher IPA doesn’t stick around, once the Hoppy Pack sells out, it’s gone.

Voodoo Ranger will reveal select winners and share their stories on October 19, Michael Myers’ birthday.

To enter, eligible Michael Myerses can visit https://www.voodooranger.com/contests/halloween.

* NIQ All Outlet YTD thru 9/5/26

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. To enter visit voodooranger.com/contests/halloween or scan the unique code on the Promotion materials for online entry and complete official rules. Must be 21+ and a legal resident of the 50 United States and D.C. Employees of retailers or distributors of New Belgium products and their family members are not eligible to win. Void where prohibited. Prize depicted for illustration purposes only. Actual prize may vary. Begins 12:00:01 am MT on 9/29/26. Ends 11:59:59 pm MT on 10/7/26

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About Voodoo Ranger
Crafted by New Belgium Brewing, Voodoo Ranger is the fastest growing craft beer brand in the country. Launched in 2017 with just three beers, Voodoo Ranger has since expanded its lineup to include over 20 distinct brews, including the flagship Voodoo Ranger IPA, Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA, and Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA, along with recent record-breaking releases like G-Force, Juice Force IPA, Tropic Force IPA, and Hardcharged Tea.

For a rangerously good time, follow @voodooranger on Instagram, learn more at voodooranger.com, and discover the official merch of epic beer at www.vootique.com. 

About IllFonic
Founded in 2007, IllFonic is an independent video game developer with studios in Lakewood, Colorado, and Tacoma, Washington. Our staff is composed of video game, music, and technology veterans redefining how games are made and marketed. Titles and collaborations include Halloween: The Game, Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed, Predator: Hunting Grounds, Arcadegeddon, Friday the 13th: The Game, Dead Alliance, Star Citizen, Evolve, Armored Warfare, and Nexuiz.

For more information, visit www.illfonic.com.

About Gun Interactive
Gun can best be described as a concept design studio and publisher, with an unrelenting vision and authentic approach to crafting some of the most popular horror experiences gaming has seen to date.

Founded in 2010, Gun has grown into a diverse team of people from a wide variety of professional backgrounds. As a creative house, we’re responsible for over $200M+ in revenue and 20M players across our compact, but impressive portfolio.

For more information, visit: www.guninteractive.com.

About Compass International Pictures
Compass International Pictures, Inc. (a subsidiary of Trancas International Films, Inc.), is the iconic Producer of the original 1978 classic, “John Carpenter’s Halloween,” which continues to this day managing the rights to this classic film and the original slasher, Michael Myers.

For more information, visit https://www.trancasfilms.com.

About Further Front
Further Front pushes the boundaries in the world of licensing, merchandise, digital and live entertainment, bringing years of experience in numerous entertainment fields to consult on, produce, and deliver compelling and immersive experiences around the world.

For more information, visit https://www.furtherfront.com.

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