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Best Non-Horror Halloween Game Updates 2024: Seasonal Events & Rewards!

Game On! Spooktacular Halloween Updates (That Aren't Scary!)

Beyond the Jump Scares: Halloween Fun in Your Favorite Games!

Halloween's here! Time to get spooky...but maybe not too spooky. If you’re not a huge fan of horror games, this article’s got you covered, highlighting a bunch of non-horror Halloween updates in your favorite titles! We’re talking those cool limited-time events that let you score sEAsonal goodies.   Whether you prefer chill farming sims or intense combat, you'll find your fix for some autumnal excitement.

These updates are often overlooked, even by long-time fans of these series, and there is quite a bit to find if you examine all these titles. This is where that fun aspect comes from – and these unexpected trEAsures are only revealed through deeper explorations; the sheer surprise generated adds to how much people may want to enjoy these changes!

Also Read: Disney Dreamlight Valley Halloween Update: Loungefly, Yzma, & Spooky Fun!

Top Halloween Game Updates for Non-Horror Fans!

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8. Disney Dreamlight Valley: Trick-or-Treating with Disney Magic!

Disney Dreamlight Valley's "Jungle Update" and Trick-or-Treat event (October 23rd-31st) brings rock 'n' roll to your magical Disney kingdom. You’ll unlock tons of sweet new gear with some major collaboration from Loungefly— these awesome backpacks (Pooh, Hunny Tummy, Fantasia, Mickey BOO!, and Maleficent) will add those adorable themed additions which should help delight most audiences.

Plus, tons of other rewards from the Trick-or-Treat event (collect candy from those bowls, give candy, get those rewards)! You can also unlock the Evil Queen's costume from that Premium Shop for free!

7. Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Jack's Spooky Visit!

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons’s big event arrives this year:  The ever-adorable Jack arrives on October 31st! Stock up on candy (from Nook's Cranny), trade for goodies, and gift treats for rewards. If you miss this however; the game has all that Halloween flair through clothing at The Able Sisters, seasonal stuff in Nook's Cranny;  including pumpkin starts. Spooky good times!

6. Pokémon GO: Shiny Hunting and Legendary Encounters for the Spooky Season

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Pokémon GO’s Halloween update (October 22nd-28th) brings legendary Morpeko (with its different attack modes); double candy, and higher odds of XL candy for higher levels (level 31+). The game also promises amazing rewards with Shiny Umbreon and Shiny Zorua; plus in-game shops will also offer seasonal stuff; even exclusive Morpeko and Woobat merchandise! Seasonal events (Paid/Free Research events) have costumes and other upgrades.

5. The Sims 4: Life and Death – A Spooktacular Expansion

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The Sims 4’s Life & Death expansion (releasing October 31st!) delivers this much-awaited expansion after the somewhat underwhelming earlier announcements involving this game. This new game expands massively by delivering many updates; this huge game addition was a much-needed change that breathed fresh life into the gameplay!   You’ll find tons of stuff: a whole new world, new neighborhoods and also the chance for Sims to fulfil bucket lists. New careers, like undertakers. A unique thanatology skill; four stages of grief.

4. Fortnite: Fortnitemares Brings More Big Name Villains Than You Expect

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Fortnite's Fortnitemares (launched October 11th!) totally rocked the world this Halloween season!  You've got spooky themed visuals and maps; including amazing limited-time stuff – weapons like the Jack-O'-Launcher!  There's a great variety of cosmetic skins of villains (MephistoBilly the PuppetLeatherface)—which totally make this more compelling than the typical costume themes from other Halloween games. This classic Battle Royale totally shines with creative crossover opportunities, showing great promise with upcoming additions and cross-promotion.

3. Hello Kitty Island Adventure: Spooktacular Treats and Cozy Island Fun

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Hello Kitty Island Adventure brings that special Halloween joy to mobile devices. That returning Spooky Celebration event is going to allow that classic Trick-Or-Treating for adorable seasonal goodies.  Collect plenty of treats to customize that ideal cozy Halloween paradise island; you also get a large selection of new outfits!

2. World of Warcraft: Spooky Mounts and Cosmetic Rewards

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World of Warcraft is embracing its Halloween celebration through many exciting changes and adds plenty of activities and rewards! The rewards and seasonal upgrades which can be gained by completing those achievements that include many tasks listed in that in-game Traveler's Log really appeal to the gamers interested in these kinds of seasonal events! Some unique collectibles:  a Depthstalker mount, gothic parasols, a Ragged Harvest Golem transmog, plus the Hand of Reshkigaal mount! All those things without spending real money is really valuable. Not even mentioning that awesome Swift Zhevra mount.

1. Red Dead Online: Outlaw Halloween Mayhem

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Red Dead Online launched its Halloween update early (October 1st!), delivering some fun, including The Halloween Pass 2;  tons of Halloween cosmetic items, a cool variety of new missions which should provide hours of intense gameplay. Those missions involving bodyguarding important people reward doubled RDO$XP and Gold! This exciting new storyline provides more context and should greatly benefit those players interested in those additional features available outside those typical costume-related challenges. Those spooky themed cosmetics will keep that spirit of Halloween alive!

Also Read: Fortnitemares 2024: Mephisto Location, Deals & Guide!

Conclusion: Happy Halloween, Gamers! A Spooktacular Time to Play

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So ditch the scary stuff and dive into these Halloween events; there are really fun ways to add holiday spirit into a wide variety of games. These updates deliver exciting additions – those holiday items are quite valuable. Many offer hours of play— making this a great season to jump back into these familiar and exciting worlds. Happy Halloween!

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