Blumhouse has appointed Zach Wood as President and Don Sechler as CFO in order to start a new venture that would produce and distribute horror video games.
Blumhouse Games will collaborate with independent game developers to create original horror-themed games for console, PC, and mobile consumers. In the spirit of its film company, Blumhouse Games will focus on indie-budget games (less $10 million) to promote innovation and creative exploration.
Blumhouse President Abhijay Prakash says, “For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media. When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we knew it was a perfect place for us to start our push into the interactive space.”
Wood has been making video games for almost 25 years and has released over 30 titles on every major platform, from the Game Boy through the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Sound Shapes, Hohokum, The Unfinished Swan, and Bound at Santa Monica Studio/PlayStation; Prey: MooncrashandRedfall at Arkane/Bethesda; and, most recently, a stint with Iron Galaxy are among the titles he has worked on.
Zach Wood says, “Through my time in the industry, I’ve had the good fortune of working closely with developers to bring their ideas to life. There’s a unique opportunity for horror and genre in the indie game space, and I’m thrilled about teaming up with Blumhouse to meaningfully leverage the company’s brand, reputation, and creative talent.”
