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Halo: Campaign Evolved is due July 28 (July 23 for Premium buyers). Halo Studios released six hours of looping main-menu footage to showcase the game's visuals and audio; the Collector's Edition is sold out, and the title will also be available via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on launch day.
A Halo: Campaign Evolved feature by Dom Peppiatt recounts his initial skepticism about a faithful yet modernized Halo CE remake, but after a short hands-on session he found the effort surprisingly compelling. The Unreal Engine 5 visuals, authentic sound design, and faithful feel elevate the experience, with changes like faster reloads, shield/health recharge, no health packs, fall damage, sprint, ADS, and even four-player co-op that, while divergences from the original, can enhance play and accessibility. Some nitpicks remain (peppy voice acting, floor markers) but the reviewer argues these tweaks reinvigorate Halo, offering a modern entry point while still allowing classic play through options. The game is set for July release on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and Steam, including a premium version.
Halo Infinite received a surprise patch that adds Firefight: Gauntlet—a four-player, wave-based mode with a Harbinger boss across five arenas, plus two Forge maps and a Ranked Legacy playlist. The update arrived with little fanfare, underscoring ongoing post-launch support from Halo Studios even as Halo: Campaign Evolved is on the horizon, prompting questions about the game's longer-term future.
There are rumors that Halo Studios is actively developing remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3, in addition to an Unreal Engine 5 remake of Halo: Combat Evolved (Campaign Evolved). The reports also mention potential cross-content nods from the other Halo entries and a Skull modifier, plus talks of a new multiplayer project and a follow-up mainline Halo game in development.
A new Rebs Gaming report expands prior accusations against Halo Studios, with former staff alleging hiring favoritism and cronyism, as well as mistreatment of employees and the Digsite mod team being unpaid. Glenn Israel, a former art director, is cited claiming multiple externally posted art-lead roles were filled by former Halo associates, suggesting a troubling pattern. The piece calls for Microsoft intervention ahead of Halo Campaign Evolved and includes internal communications warning of unethical practices.
Halo Infinite's active development will end on November 18th, with the last major update, Operation: Infinite, marking the conclusion of new content for now. Despite initial plans for a 10-year saga, the studio shifts focus to new projects, though support and community events will continue. The announcement follows recent studio changes and layoffs, signaling a significant change for the franchise.
Halo Infinite's final major update, Operation Infinite, is releasing on Nov. 18, 2025, after which Halo Studios will shift focus to other projects including Halo: Campaign Evolved and future Halo titles, marking the end of ongoing content for Halo Infinite.
Microsoft announced that Halo Infinite's upcoming Operation: Infinite update will be its last, as Halo Studios shifts focus to developing multiple new Halo titles, including Halo: Campaign Evolved, set for release in 2026, while continuing support for the current game.
Halo Studios is reportedly developing a new multiplayer Halo game designed as a long-term live service project similar to Fortnite, alongside other projects like a Halo: Combat Evolved remake, with official announcements expected at the Halo World Championship 2025.
Longtime Halo art director Glenn Israel has left Halo Studios amid reports of leadership issues and studio shake-ups, raising questions about the future of the franchise as the studio undergoes rebranding and prepares new projects, with fans awaiting official announcements in 2024.
Halo Studios will reveal details about multiple upcoming projects, including a deep dive presentation at the Halo World Championship in October, with a focus on new games and the transition to Unreal Engine 5, following their rebranding from 343 Industries.
Microsoft's Halo Studios has experienced layoffs amid broader Xbox division cuts, with employees expressing frustration over the timing and impact on game quality, as the company shifts towards AI integration and restructuring to boost efficiency.
Halo Studios will reveal official updates on their projects, including potential remasters and new developments, at the Halo World Championship in Seattle from October 24-26, with fans eager for official news amid ongoing speculation.
Microsoft is developing multiple new Halo projects and will share more details at the Halo World Championships in October. The company is also rumored to be working on a Halo: Combat Evolved remaster and plans to bring Halo to PS5 and Switch 2, possibly as early as this year, with a new Halo project expected in 2024 to coincide with the franchise's 25th anniversary.
Halo Studios will showcase new developments and a glimpse of their future projects at the Halo World Championship in October, including updates on their switch to Unreal Engine 5, aiming to improve upon Halo Infinite's issues, with the event coinciding with the franchise's 25th anniversary.