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Games Inbox: Are the original Halo games still worth playing?
Readers discuss the enduring appeal of older Halo titles, with one praising Halo 3's timeless design and soundtrack. Another reader reflects on the evolution of gaming technology and online infrastructure since the original Xbox era. Concerns are also raised about the current state of game pricing and the potential impact of consumer reluctance to buy games at full price.
Microsoft is looking to speed up development of future Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Halo games
Microsoft is reportedly considering significant changes for its Xbox division, including the possibility of spinning it off as a standalone company or forming a joint venture. The company has approved plans to increase spending on major game series like Halo, Fallout, and The Elder Scrolls to accelerate their development.
I watched the new Halo remake gameplay, then replayed the original to nitpick the differences
A comparison of gameplay footage from the upcoming Halo: Campaign Evolved remake and the original Halo: Combat Evolved reveals significant changes. The remake, powered by Unreal Engine 5, introduces modern features like sprint, HUD waypoints, and altered visual fidelity, which the author argues may detract from the original's distinct design and pacing.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s New 3rd Person Perspective Lets You Experience Missions “Like Never Before”
Halo: Campaign Evolved will introduce a new third-person perspective option via a "Perspective" Skull, allowing players to experience classic missions like "The Silent Cartographer" in a new way. This update also enables players to view unlockable armor skins. The game launches on July 28th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a Premium Edition offering early access and exclusive skins.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Preorders Are Here, Including A Massive Collector’s Edition
Preorders are now available for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. The game features a remastered campaign with new missions and gameplay enhancements, and will be released on July 28. Multiple editions are available, including a Premium Edition with digital extras and early access, and a Collector's Edition with physical collectibles like a Master Chief statue.
New Halo: Campaign Evolved trailer uses PS5 Pro footage as Xbox cracks down on exclusives, leaving fans in disbelief: "Microsoft can't even console war correctly"
A new trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, has sparked disbelief among fans by showcasing gameplay captured on a PlayStation 5 Pro. This decision by Microsoft to feature footage from a competing console has led to discussions about the future of console exclusivity and Microsoft's strategy.
What's the plan with Halo, Xbox?
The author expresses disappointment with the lack of a clear future plan for the Halo franchise, despite recent showcases and the rebranding of 343 Industries to Halo Studios. While new content like Operation Meteorite for Halo Infinite is noted, the article argues the series has been stagnant for years and questions the continued reliance on Master Chief.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Debuts First-Ever PS5 Pro Gameplay in New Cinematic Trailer
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, debuted its first cinematic story trailer featuring gameplay captured on PlayStation 5 Pro. The trailer showcases new features like hijacking vehicles and using the SMG, which were not in the original game. The remake will launch on July 28th for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5, with early access for Premium and Collector's Edition buyers.
Bit Bot Expands Leadership with AAA Veterans, Appoints Halo's Frank O’Connor as Creative Director
Multimedia studio Bit Bot has expanded its leadership team, appointing Frank O'Connor, formerly of Halo fame, as Creative Director and Brian Ullrich as Studio General Manager. The studio aims to accelerate original IP development across games, film, comics, and merchandise, bringing in AAA veterans to bolster its creative and production capabilities.
We Loved Oblivion Remastered, But One Year Later, It Still Has Big Problems
One year after its release, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, despite initial praise for its overhauled visuals and gameplay fixes, continues to suffer from significant bugs and performance issues. Post-launch support from Virtuos was minimal, with only two updates addressing crashes before the studio seemingly abandoned the game, leaving players dissatisfied and questioning Microsoft and Bethesda's commitment to supporting their remasters.
‘Halo Next’ reportedly in development at Halo Studios, promising an accessible story that appeals to both veterans and rookies
A new Halo game, codenamed 'Halo Next,' is reportedly in development at Halo Studios, aiming for a story accessible to both new and veteran players. The title, which may be a direct sequel to Halo Infinite and focus on the Endless, is seeking a Narrative Design Director to ensure an emotionally satisfying campaign. This information comes from reports by Rebs Gaming and job listings posted by Microsoft.
A New Halo Job Listing Points to ‘Halo Next’ as Halo Infinite Drops Firefight: Gauntlet
A new job listing for a Narrative Design Director at 343 Industries suggests the development of a new Halo title, tentatively named 'Halo Next'. Concurrently, Halo Infinite has received a significant update introducing the challenging Firefight: Gauntlet mode. While 'Halo Next' is not officially confirmed, the job description indicates a focus on narrative and campaign experience.
Months after Halo Infinite's final major update, Halo Studios releases a surprise PvE mode and the game's…
Months after concluding major updates for Halo Infinite, 343 Industries has surprise-released a new cooperative PvE survival mode called Firefight: Gauntlet. This challenging mode features upgradeable attributes, elimination objectives, and auto-scaled difficulty against bosses. The developer is also working on Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Halo Infinite Drops Surprise Firefight: Gauntlet Update After Announcing End of Support Last Year
Despite announcing an end to support last year, 343 Industries has surprise-released a new Player vs. Environment mode for Halo Infinite called Firefight: Gauntlet. This mode features five increasingly difficult areas with unique objectives and auto-scaled difficulty, culminating in a boss fight and a special retrieval mission.
Rumor Mill
A report from VGC claims that 343 Industries is actively developing remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3. This news comes amid ongoing speculation about the future of the Halo franchise.
Halo Studios Is Remaking The Entire Halo Trilogy, Claims Say
Claims suggest that Halo Studios is developing remakes for Halo 2 and Halo 3, in addition to their previously announced remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, titled Halo: Campaign Evolved. Video game reporter Mr. Rebs cited sources indicating these new projects are impacting the development of Campaign Evolved, potentially adding elements from Halo 2 like Brutes. Halo Studios is also reportedly working on a new multiplayer project and the next mainline Halo entry.
Halo 2 and 3 Remakes are "definitely happening", claims leaker
A leaker known as Rebs Gaming claims that remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3 are in active development by Halo Studios. While the remakes are reportedly in early development, the leaker suggests that elements from these games will be present in upcoming prequel missions. The report also mentions other Halo projects, including a new multiplayer title and the next mainline game, are seemingly in development.
Community Builders Resurrect Halo 5’s Lost Warzone Mode in Infinite
Community creators known as The Scripter's Guild have spent two years rebuilding Halo 5: Guardians' Warzone mode for Halo Infinite. This fan-made version, TSG Warzone, features 12v12 PvPvE gameplay, a match-based economy, custom weapons, and unique vehicles, capturing the large-scale battles of the original. 343 Industries has officially recognized and spotlighted the community's effort, highlighting the evolving relationship between developers and players in preserving and evolving game experiences.
Halo lead mocks rumors that the studio is chasing Arc Raiders and Marathon with a PvE extraction shooter spin-off
Halo community director Brian Jarrard humorously addressed rumors of a PvE extraction shooter spin-off, mocking the speculation with a joke about a pottery game. While not a direct denial, his response comes amid ongoing speculation about the future of the Halo franchise and the studio's development priorities. The article also touches on the popularity of extraction shooters and the potential for a Halo-themed game in that genre.
Exodus, the sci-fi RPG from former Mass Effect devs, couldn't look more like Mass Effect in the teasers we've…
Exodus, a sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, which features industry veterans from studios like BioWare, continues to draw comparisons to the Mass Effect series in its latest teasers. While the gameplay shown so far, including combat and exploration, appears competent, it has yet to generate significant excitement. The developers are promising an extended showcase this summer.
