Meet CH1PP13: A roving robotic creature that brings a brand-new interactive scare experience to the Halloween season of the century-old manor's haunted house.
Pittsburgh, October 1st / PRNewswire / -- This Halloween, some "evil" presence is roaming the grounds of the century-old manor haunted house ( Hundred Acres Manor ), and it's nothing like anything that fans of Pittsburgh's haunted houses have ever seen before.

Forget those traditional haunted house mechanisms that just stand still and scare people in the same old ways. CH1PP13 has raised Halloween entertainment to a whole new level. This custom-made robotic creature moves around the attraction, creating unpredictable and close encounters that blur the line between technology and terror. The century-old manor's haunted house has always strived to bring unforgettable experiences to visitors, and it brings something new to the locals every year; CH1PP13 is a great example of how a haunted house can use technology to scare guests.
This collaboration brings together the creative team behind one of the most famous haunted house attractions in the United States, as well as Wicked Makers – a popular duo known for their exquisite Halloween creations, mechanical installations, and exaggerated horror projects on YouTube. With over 2 million subscribers on YouTube, they have amassed a large following by bringing their imaginative, and sometimes downright chilling, creations to life.
Both parties have jointly created a truly unique piece for Pittsburgh's Halloween season.
From YouTube to a nightmare in reality
Fans can get a glimpse behind the scenes and watch the production process of CH1PP13 through a complete YouTube video published by Wicked Makers. The video documents the development and construction of this robotic raccoon, as well as how it transforms into a unique ghost house creature.
This video demonstrates the creativity, engineering, and craftsmanship required to “bring” CH1PP13 into the real world before entering the haunted house of the century-old manor.
To view the complete video produced by CH1PP13, you can visit: https :// www.youtube.com / watch ?v=BzSZk_5qCR8
A brand-new way of scaring in Pittsburgh's Halloween traditions
The addition of CH1PP13 is part of the century-old manor haunted house's continuous breakthrough in breaking the boundaries of haunted house entertainment, providing an unforgettable experience.
The century-old estate is located in Belsel Park, Pennsylvania, on the outskirts of Pittsburgh. It features five thrilling themed attractions and a continuous walking experience of about one mile. Each season, this attraction combines meticulously designed Hollywood-style sets, live performances, immersive environments, and innovative special effects to create unforgettable Halloween haunted house adventures.
Nowadays, with the arrival of CH1PP13, tourists have one more reason to be cautious about what's behind them.
In addition to screams, the Haunted House of the Century Manor also has a charitable mission. This attraction supports a local 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, turning Pittsburgh's most popular Halloween tradition into an experience that gives back to the community.
Visitors can encounter CH1PP13 in the haunted house of the century-old manor during the Halloween season in 2026.
For tickets, opening dates, and more information, please visit www.ScarePittsburgh.com.
Visiting a century-old manor, strolling around Midway, and meeting CH1PP13 in person requires no entrance fee.
About the Haunted House in the Century-Old Manor
The Century Manor Haunted House is located in Belsel Park, Pennsylvania, and is an award-winning haunted house attraction. It is recognized as one of the top haunted houses in the United States, offering five immersive haunted house experiences, meticulously designed special effects, and chilling live entertainment performances. As a Halloween tradition in Pittsburgh, the Century Manor Haunted House also supports local charitable organizations, combining world-class Halloween entertainment with a commitment to giving back to the community. With over 60,000 square feet of space, it is the largest and scariest haunted house in Pittsburgh. Anyone looking for nearby haunted houses should definitely check out the Century Manor Haunted House in Pittsburgh.
About Wicked Makers
Media Information
Location: Century Manor Haunted House, Bessell Park, Pennsylvania. Website: www.ScarePittsburgh.com CH1PP13. Behind-the-scenes video: https :// www.youtube.com / watch ?v=BzSZk_5qCR8
Media Opportunities: CH1PP13 provides unique visual material for television segments, Halloween specials, and local entertainment reports. Interviews, footage of the robotic raccoon, as well as videos behind the scenes of its production, can be arranged through the Century Manor Haunted House.










