In a surprising turn of events, the cult classic horror game Friday the 13th: The Game is set to make a special appearance at this year's San Diego Comic Con, despite its online servers being permanently shut down in 2024. Originally released in 2017 by IllFonic and Gun Media, this asymmetrical survival horror title brought the iconic slasher villain Jason Voorhees to life in a thrilling multiplayer experience.

This development comes alongside other exciting Jason-related news, including Universal's announcement of a Friday the 13th haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 2025. The franchise's growing presence suggests a potential revival that has fans buzzing with anticipation.

According to IGN's exclusive report, SDCC 2025 will host a special Jason Universe panel on Friday, July 25. This event promises deep dives into the character's legacy, future projects, exclusive previews, and exciting giveaways. Most notably, NECA will debut their highly anticipated 7.6" Ultimate Savini Action Figure - the first official collectible based on Friday the 13th: The Game.

This announcement follows recent industry speculation about potential new Friday the 13th projects after a new licensing agreement was secured. The timing of this collectible release, months after the game's shutdown, has sparked theories about a possible franchise revival.

The original game faced significant challenges when its online servers were discontinued in 2024 due to licensing disputes with franchise creator Victor Miller. While dedicated fans attempted to keep the experience alive through private server mods, these efforts were ultimately halted by legal action. However, this SDCC appearance offers a glimmer of hope for the game's passionate community.

Friday the 13th: The Game isn't alone in facing such challenges. The horror gaming community recently saw Evil Dead: The Game get delisted after just three years of operation. As fans eagerly await potential news about Jason's return, they can also look forward to upcoming cinematic offerings like 2026's Evil Dead Burn.