John Carpenter, the master of horror, has created several phenomenal cult classic films that fans continue to delight in (perhaps with their hands ever so slightly covering their eyes) to this very day. From The Thing to Halloween and everything in between, Carpenter's numerous classics have become staples in the world of cinema, worthy of academic study, of enjoying relaxed in a recliner with a cold beverage and a bowl of popcorn, or in their updated and transformed forms as video games, board games, and multimedia experiences.
However you consume your Carpenter flicks, there's no denying that they rank among some of the very best, especially in the world of horror. Fortunately, one John Carpenter's greatest works is making a splashy return. Fans of this particular experience are undoubtedly going to get a kick out of this latest project, if they haven't already, and newcomers will be introduced to the fascinating and slightly terrifying mind of one of cinema's greatest directors.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando was released back in March 2026 to positive reviews, offering fans a thrilling first-person horde shooter that aimed to replace the likes of Left 4 Dead, or at least deliver a compelling alternative to it....
