USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Update: scare zones, haunted houses setup

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone entrance hero

Get the news on the region’s largest Halloween event in the Halloween Horror Nights 12: BEFORE DARK article, with an extensive look at the park’s setup for the upcoming haunted houses and scare zones at HHN12.

About Halloween Horror Nights 12: BEFORE DARK

BEFORE DARK is DEJIKI.COM’s original series documenting park news and construction updates on Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights event.

Halloween Horror Nights 12 at Universal Studios Singapore will begin from 27 September 2024, and you can get all the information you need at the HHN12 Event Guide, or buy your HHN12 tickets now via Klook.


Halloween Horror Nights 12: BEFORE DARK vlog

Join me on a tour around the park in the HHN12: BEFORE DARK vlog.


HHN12 Scare zones

Nether-Land scare zone

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone entrance wide

In New York, the undead rave party experience, Nether-Land, is arriving very soon.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone DJ deadbeatz elixir n trance banners

The line-up at Nether-Land include DJ DeadBeatz, DJ N-Trance, and DJ Elixir.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone street

Along the streets are 4 small stages, along with props that should be able to be moved around. This setup allows Rhythm Truck to drive through New York during its shows in the day.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone street stage and movable prop 1

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Nether Land scare zone main stage

One of the three HHN12 shows, Ocu.lar’s Rave, will take place at the main stage in Nether-Land.


Vampire Alley scare zone

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone entrance

Vampire Alley will make full use of the Sting Alley and New York Harbor area, with the entrance at New York, adjacent to the Nether-Land scare zone.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone entrance signs

From the scenic design, there appears to be a richer story for this zone, unlike the previous Attack of the Vampires zone in 2013. Sisters of the Sun is one of the factions in Vampire Alley, while another previously announced group, The Elders, run the Viper Lounge that is being offered as a Special Experience (add-on charge applies).

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone harbour crossroads

The entire Sting Alley is blocked out during the day, with several of these fences which should create a maze-like environment. It is likely that the Speakeasy Bar entrance is somewhere along this alley or near this junction at the Harbor, as logically it needs to be one of the doors to the building where the Viper Lounge is set up (at KT’s Grill), and not further away.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone graffiti art

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone maze wide

The rest of the scare zone has more giant containers, fences, which block the way forward and would likely make for intense scares and surprises.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone maze 1

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone maze 2

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone maze ending tower

The zone ends off with this standoff-like space with a platform.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Vampire Alley scare zone from across the lagoon

From across the lagoon, we can see how the entire zone is masked out with colourful tarps.


The Lost Kampung scare zone

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone overview

Return to another haunted village as you step inside The Lost Kampung.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone entrance warning sign

It looks like this scare zone will once again take advantage of Jurassic Park’s dark jungle setting – and it has been very effective for the past zones staged here.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone Walls entrance

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone walls and fences

In the day, all of the horrifying props are tucked away, although you could still spot some through the fences.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone Masks

Towards the splashdown area of Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, there are even more maze walls and barriers, possibly to guide and misdirect you as you make your way around the cursed village.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki The Lost Kampung scare zone Walls and grave


HHN12 Haunted Houses

Under The Castle by TEAM WANG design

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Under the Castle by TEAM WANG design haunted house entrance

One of the headliners this year is Under The Castle, created in collaboration with Jackson Wang and TEAM WANG design. Unlike the original concept which was more of a lifestyle event, this haunted castle will have a darker, horror twist.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Under the Castle by TEAM WANG design haunted house facade pumpkins

Your journey will begin at an area with several stalls and carts filled with smashed pumpkins. Plus flags with TEAM WANG design’s logo.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Under the Castle by TEAM WANG design haunted house facade castle tower

Parts of the castle can be seen towering outside.

Netflix’s Sweet Home

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Netflixs Sweet Home haunted house entrance under works

The entrance to Sweet Home haunted house wasn’t ready during my visit, but now you can see from outside the park, the show building is getting the same Netflix treatment like All of Us Are Dead and Stranger Things. As this haunted house will be open earlier for guests with eligible tickets, it looks like the building will be completely light-sealed, compared to past houses.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Netflix Sweet Home house facade

Cursed Scrolls: Dynasty of Darkness

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Cursed Scrolls Dynasty of Darkness house entrance

Nothing much to see for the Cursed Scrolls: Dynasty of Darkness as the jinxed parchments are currently sealed within Soundstage 28 – apart from the classic haunted house entrance setup for Soundstage houses.

Singapore’s Most Haunted: The Killings

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Singapores More Haunted The Killings haunted house entrance

Be prepared to enter the infamous haunted house at Singapore’s Most Haunted: The Killings, of which you can already glimpse a part of it even within Jurassic Park.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Singapores More Haunted The Killings haunted house facade



Other changes for HHN12 shows

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Shows Dark Dreams Pantages Hollywood Theater modified

The Dark Dreams show is happening at Pantages Hollywood Theater during Halloween Horror Nights. As the Trolls Hug Time Jubilee is shown in the day, the entire Theater has been modified with colourful props removed, making the space look less Trolls-specific. This also includes clearing up the giant rainbow backdrop in the foyer.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Small Hollywood stage with display walls

Over at Hollywood, there is a new stage with three video walls, which could possibly resemble the one used at The Silenced Auction, showing three big letters of “HHN”.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Night Terrors at Far Far Away Castle

As predicted earlier, the Night Terrors is happening at Far Far Away castle, and numerous projectors can be found lined up at the castle walls.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki Night Terrors at Far Far Away Castle Projectors


HHN12 Park Map

Based on the HHN12 announcements and my own findings, I have now completed the Park Map for Halloween Horror Nights 12:

Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 12 HHN12 Dejiki's Event Map


HHN12 Merchandise

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise Lil Boo Sipper from Universal Studios Orlando

Before I get to the official HHN12 merchandise, I would like to announce that that Lil Boo Sipper from Universal Orlando has arrived at Universal Studios Singapore.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store Chucky popcorn bucket closeup

While only Universal Studios Japan has a Chucky haunted house, you can bring home your own Good Guy… if you dare.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store Chucky popcorn bucket closeup 2

The Chucky Popcorn Bucket ($48) is also an interactive toy. He responds to his name, and can move his eyes (which also glow) and of course, talk back to you. Wanna Play?

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store Chucky popcorn bucket instructions

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store overview

Together with the Chucky popcorn bucket, you can grab other Halloween Horror Nights-branded merchandise at Universal Studios Store during this HHN12 season.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store Colour changing Cauldron Mug

New items include this HHN12 Colour-changing Mug ($22) that’s shaped like a cauldron, the HHN12 sipper cup with cupholder and sling strap ($25), and the HHN12 retractable lanyard pass holder ($12). Good ways to use the retail voucher that came with your ticket.

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display at Universal Studios Store Lanyard with hard cardholder

USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Before Dark by Dejiki HHN12 merchandise display with non branded generic Halloween goods

The other side of the HHN12 retail display is currently stocking generic Halloween items.


Update: Costumes allowed at USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 on selected nights only

Guests are allowed to wear costumes on HHN12 event nights on 30 and 31 October 2024 only. All costumes must comply to the Costume Policy and Guidelines (scroll down on this page) set by RWS and Universal Studios Singapore. Costumes are not allowed on all other HHN12 event nights.


That’s all for this year’s Before Dark update. Have you bought your tickets to HHN12 for Opening Night on 27 September 2024?

Experience the Horrors at Halloween Horror Nights 12

Prepare yourself for new nightmares that await you at HHN12 with my Event Guide, including the line-up, event calendar, ticketing options, add-ons and the RIP Tour prices.


Universal Studios Singapore’s 2024 Day Halloween Fun Event

Universal Studios Singapore also offers a daytime Halloween event suitable for young families. Visit my article on the 2024 event to learn more.



Halloween Horror Nights 12 (2024)
HHN12 REVEALED: Ticket and Event Guide
HHN12 MEGA REVIEW: Photo Tour of all haunted houses, scare zones, shows and Special Experience

Special Features
Under The Castle by TEAM WANG design | Netflix's Sweet Home
Cursed Scrolls: Dynasty of Darkness

HHN12 BEFORE DARK: Day Tour of Halloween Horror Nights 12 setup

Universal Beijing Resort (UBR) 2024
Scares @ Universal 2024 Event Guide

Halloween Horror Nights – The Archives
Click to Expand and see all posts from past Halloween Horror Nights


Halloween Horror Nights 11 (2023)
HHN11 REVEALED: Ticket and Event Guide
Sneak Preview: DIYU: Descent Into Hell, Rebirth of the Matriarch, Icons and more
Halloween Horror Nights 11 MEGA Review: Photos of all Haunted Houses and Scare Zones
HHN11 RIP TOUR (VIP Tour) Review

Features on Haunted Houses, Scare Zones and Experiences
Grimm Encounters | The Weeknd: After Hours Til Dawn Nightmare
Judgement Day (Opening Scaremony) | Netflix's All of Us Are Dead
DIYU: Descent Into Hell | Rebirth of the Matriarch
Dead Man's Wharf | The Cursed Kiramam
The Hacker + The Hacker: GAME OVER

Universal Studios Japan (USJ) 2023
Halloween Horror Nights 2023/ HAHAHA! Halloween Party! Event Guide

Halloween Horror Nights 10 (2022)
HHN10 REVEALED: Ticket and Event Guide
Halloween Horror Nights 10 MEGA Review: Photos of all Haunted Houses and Scare Zones
SPECIAL FEATURE: Behind the Scenes at HHN10 Haunted Houses
HHN10 RIP Tour (VIP Tour) Review

Features on Haunted Houses, Scare Zones and Experiences
The Silenced Auction (Opening Scaremony) | DIE-ning with The Dead | Monsters & Manifestations
Escape The Breakout | Killustrator: The Final Chapter | Hospitality of Horror
Operation: Dead Force | The Hunt for Pontianak | Dark Zodiac

Universal Studios Japan (USJ) 2022
USJ Halloween Horror Nights 2022 Review and Photo Tour

Trick or Thrills (2021)
Halloween Horror Nights Exhibition
2021 Day and Night Halloween: DIE-ning with the Dead, Universal Monsters Scream Alley | Zany Zombies and IT'S SHOWTIME! Premium Experience

Halloween Horror Nights 9 (2019)
HHN9 REVEALED: Ticket and Event Guide

Halloween Horror Nights 9 MEGA REVIEW
SURVIVAL GUIDE for Halloween Horror Nights 9
HHN9 RIP Experience (VIP Tour)

Features on Haunted Houses, Scare Zones and Experiences
The Chalet Hauntings Revisited | Spirit Dolls | Hell Block 9
Curse of The Naga Revisited | Twisted Clown University
Dead End | Death Fest + Death Fest LIVE
2019 Opening Scaremony (The Undertaker)

SNEAK PREVIEW: Curse of The Naga | The Chalet Hauntings | Behind The Scenes of HHN9
HHN9 Construction Updates (BEFORE DARK)
Part 1 | Part 2 (with Daytime Halloween event) | Part 3 (Horror Truck) | Part 4


Universal Studios Japan (USJ) 2019
Universal Surprise Halloween/ Halloween Horror Nights 2019 Event Guide

Halloween Horror Nights 8 (2018)


Universal Studios Japan (USJ) 2018
Universal Surprise Halloween/ Halloween Horror Nights 2018 Event Guide | 2018 HHN Japan Review

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Japan (2017)


Halloween Horror Nights 7 (2017)

Halloween Horror Nights 6 (2016)


Halloween Horror Nights 5 (2015)

Halloween Horror Nights 4

Halloween Horror Nights 3

Halloween Horror Nights 2

Halloween Horror Nights

, , , , , , , ,

2 Responses to USS Halloween Horror Nights 12 Update: scare zones, haunted houses setup

  1. Weekiat September 23, 2024 at 10:08 pm #

    Nice update as usual!
    Always appreciate your posts!

    It does look like HHN is returning back to pre Covid days. Personally felt like the last 2 events were somewhat muted!

  2. henry September 29, 2024 at 9:02 pm #

    Hi just wanted to know where you guys got the information about the DJs from? If possible could you guys provide some contact information for the DJs (DJ N-Trance, Deadbeatz and Elixir).

    Thanks!

Leave a Reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.