Nothing beats a spooky weekend. While most of us wish 2023 Halloween would fall on a weekend, this year’s celebration will be on Tuesday 31 October 2023. One important Halloween tradition is dressing up for the scare. If you happen to be a gamer, there are great video game Halloween costumes that will make you the center of attraction.
Currently, there are different versions of stories that claim to be the origin of Halloween celebrations. However, we are not going to bore you with all those details. The main focus here is revealing some of the scariest video game characters that you can dress up as this Halloween.
The world of video games is littered with some of the scariest characters that you can dress up as come October 31. We have scoured the Internet to find some of the best video game Halloween costume ideas for your celebration.
If you intend to shop for a costume as opposed to a DIY, then, plan to shop early. When you shop early, there is a higher chance that the product will arrive well ahead of the day you need it. Also, you can easily return the product if it doesn’t meet your expectations upon arrival.
Video game Halloween costume ideas
Every adult gamer above the age of 30 should have played tens or hundreds of games—depending on how young they started. What this means is that they must have encountered hundreds of scary video game characters. For this reason, picking a video game Halloween costume can be a tough decision.
You will likely find yourself torn among different characters. For many, the choice of video game Halloween costume will boil down to what is readily available. We created a diverse list to make sure that regardless of which genre of game you love, you will find a costume that matches your taste while staying with the theme.
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#1. Clickers in The Last of Us (Get it Here)
The Last of Us brought us creatures known as Clickers. Apparently, their name comes from the clicking sound they make as they move around. Clickers are basically human beings that have been taken over by Cordyceps, a type of fungi.
Eventually, their head will pop into a mushroom-like shape. If you want to give your neighbors or friends the scare of their lives, this mask will help you to get the job done. The red detail on the lips shows how bloodthirsty they are. Get yours here.
On the other hand, if you want to take the cosplay a step further, one way you can do that is by grabbing a Clicker suit. Instead of just a mask, the Clicker suit will transform your entire body into one of the creatures. The entire suit was painted with details that mimic the Clicker’s body.
#2. Nemesis from Resident Evil 3 (Get it Here)
If you have played Resident Evil 3, then you already know Nemesis. The remake of the game was released in 2020 and came with improved graphics befitting for next-gen consoles. Nemesis is a product of the Umbrella Corporation that is fingered for the spread of the T-virus that turns people into zombies.
One of the key features of Nemesis is his resilience. In the game, you will have to kill him multiple times before he finally dissolves. Each time you think you have killed him, he mutates and comes back again. This video game Halloween costume inspired by Nemesis has an exaggerated tongue hanging out of its mouth. It is going to be one hell of a scary feast for your friends. Follow this link to get yours.
#3. Freddy Fazbear from Five Nights at Freddy’s (Get it Here)
There has been an increase in video game movie adaptations and vice versa. Earlier this year, we reported that Blumhouse has launched a gaming division known as Blumhouse Games. The studio also announced at that time that they would be making a movie adaptation of Five Nights at Freddy’s. The latest game in the series is scheduled for release before the end of 2023.
One of the most popular characters in Five Nights at Freddy’s is Freddy Fazbear. This video game Halloween costume was inspired by that character. It is basically a jumpsuit that mimics the bear with an accompanying mask that will definitely cause a good scare in the neighborhood. Get yours here.
#4. Alcina Dimitrescu from Resident Evil Village (Get it Here)
Popularly called Lady Dimitrescu, Alcina was a mutant human aristocrat and the final boss in Resident Evil Village. She ruled for sixty years and was highly feared by the people because of rumors bordering on cannibalism and mass murder—which turned out to be true. She was killed by Ethan Winters during the search for his abducted daughter, Rose.
This video game Halloween costume inspired by Lady Dimitrescu was made with elastic material and comes with a hood that gives the wearer a ghostly form. The robe was designed to be tall to cover your legs entirely and give the illusion that you are gliding rather than walking. Get yours here.
#5. Wendigos from Until Dawn (Get it Here)
Until Dawn was released in 2015 by Supermassive Games for PlayStation 4. The game threw players into Blackwood Mountain where they had to fight for survival. It was one of the games that tested the butterfly effect system where the player’s choices can alter the game’s story. Players had eight characters to choose from.
Wendigos were one of the creatures that featured in the game. They are believed to be humans that turned to cannibalism. This video game Halloween costume was modeled after the appearance of the Wendigos and includes a tail and horns. If you want to dress up as a Wendigo this Halloween, get your costume here.
#6. Minecraft Ender Dragon video game Halloween costume (Get it Here)
Minecraft is all about building and destruction. If you are addicted to Minecraft, you can literally bring the game to your Halloween party. We found this Minecraft Ender Dragon costume that comes with tiny bat wings and a tail that will instantly change people’s perception of the game. Although not as scary as the other costumes on this list, people will easily get the message. Get yours here.
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#7. Werewolves from The Quarry (Get it Here)
Werewolves are common creatures often found as standalone characters or featured in vampire-themed movies. Werewolves are also found in The Quarry as the main antagonists. They are humans cursed to transform into feral animalistic creatures that hunt and kill just anything. You will find them across every step of the game.
This video game Halloween costume inspired by werewolves is a complete costume set. Included in the set is a furry wolf mask, a red plaid shirt with gray faux fur, and furry gloves that transform the wearer into one of the feral creatures. If you are drawn to werewolves, become one this Halloween. Get yours here.
#8. Darth Vader from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Get it Here)
In Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Darth Vader is the final antagonist that players will have to defeat. He also appeared again as a secondary antagonist in the sequel of the game called Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Darth Vader is mean and fierce in his dark suit and always surrounded by an aura of fear and terror which makes dressing up as Vader ideal for Halloween.
This costume comes with a faux red lightsaber which you can use to slay other demons on your path. Also, it has an injection molded mask with elastic straps. This is one of the few video game Halloween costumes that will cover your entire body.
#9. Six from Little Nightmares (Get it Here)
Six is one of the characters in Little Nightmares. In the game, Six and Mono are trapped in a desolate place filled with monstrous creatures. The side-scrolling game will test your wits and ability to solve puzzles. The third installment of the game was announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
There is something sinister about the Six’s costume that makes it a good video game Halloween costume. Your entire face can be hidden behind the hoodie. Unlike other video game-themed Halloween costumes, this one can be worn on a daily basis.
How we chose our Halloween costumes video game characters
The first thing that we considered while coming up with the list was to look at horror/action games. The only exception on the list was Minecraft. As you already know, Minecraft is not a horror game. However, it is one of the most popular games in the world.
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Thankfully, we were able to find a Minecraft Halloween costume that introduces scares to the look in the form of bat wings and tail. Star Wars Jedi is not a horror game either. However, Darth Vader is one of the darkest villains that has walked the video game world and sure deserved a place on this list.
Do you already have plans for your Halloween costume or are you still struggling to make up your mind? Which costume on the list appealed to you the most? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.
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