Halo: Campaign Evolve
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Halo: Campaign Evolved pre-order & Collector's Edition guide
This guide details the various editions of Halo: Campaign Evolved, including the Standard, Premium, and Collector's Editions, along with their respective pre-order bonuses. The Collector's Edition features physical collectibles like a Master Chief statue and concept art prints, while the Premium Edition offers digital extras and early access. The game is set to release on July 28, 2026, for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Has Gone Gold
Halo: Campaign Evolved has officially gone gold and is being sent for certification on the Xbox Store and for disc printing. The game will launch on July 28th, with advanced access for Premium Edition purchasers starting July 23rd. It will be available on Xbox and PC, including day one on Game Pass, and marks the series' debut on PlayStation consoles with four-player co-op and a third-person perspective option.
Halo Studios reportedly cancels Halo multiplayer project Ekur, which had customisable Spartans and Elites and large player battles
343 Industries has reportedly cancelled Project Ekur, a multiplayer Halo project that was being prototyped by Certain Affinity. The cancellation appears to be linked to recent Xbox layoffs and potential development issues with the Halo 1 remake, Halo: Campaign Evolved. Project Ekur was envisioned as a large-scale multiplayer experience with customizable Spartans and Elites, drawing inspiration from Halo 5's Warzone mode.
July 2026's big releases let you return to some of the best games of the last 20 years
July 2026 is set to be a significant month for game releases, featuring remakes of popular titles like Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Halo: Combat Evolved, alongside the 1.0 launch of Palworld and the VR-less version of Moss: The Forgotten Relic. These releases aim to capture player attention before the anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 later in the year.
Halo: Campaign Evolved best pre-order deals and how to get early access
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, is set to launch on July 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game features a graphical overhaul using Unreal Engine 5, redesigned missions, and new content, but will not include competitive multiplayer. Pre-order deals are available, with a premium digital edition offering up to five days of early access.
Halo Studio Leadership Accused of Mistreating Employees, “Destroying the Halo Franchise” – Rumor
Halo Studios leadership, including studio head Pierre Hintze, is accused of mistreating employees and mismanaging the Halo franchise. Allegations detail verbal abuse, disregard for work-life balance, favoritism, and poor decision-making that have negatively impacted development and employee morale. Several former employees and industry figures have come forward with complaints.
Xbox Rolling Out Disc-to-Digital Conversion for Insiders This Week – Rumor
Microsoft is reportedly testing a "Disc to Digital" feature for Xbox Insiders that would allow users to convert physical game discs into digital licenses. This feature, codenamed "Positron," is expected to support Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S titles, but not older console generations. The move could be a way for players to maintain access to their libraries if future Xbox consoles omit disc drives.
Xbox After The Layoffs: Studios Left And What They’re Making
Xbox has undergone significant restructuring, including layoffs and the divestment of five studios, as it aims to increase profitability and focus on major intellectual properties. This shake-up impacts numerous development teams and projects across Xbox Game Studios, Activision, Blizzard, and Bethesda, with a renewed focus on core franchises and a shift in business strategies like the exclusion of Call of Duty from Xbox Game Pass day-one launches.
FZ High Score – Två titlar överträffar sig själva
This week's high score results feature positive surprises for Rhythm Paradise Groove and Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. The latter, a resync of the 2013 title, proved it still holds up despite genre evolution. The article also lists scores for other games including Gothic 1 Remake and Dave the Diver.
Xbox has lost five studios – so who is left to make new video games?
Xbox has undergone significant layoffs, impacting approximately 3,200 staff members and leading to five studios divesting from the company. Xbox leadership aims to refocus on core franchises and expand its daily audience to over a billion people through its services. The article details the remaining studios, their current projects, and their future prospects under this new strategy.
The Gaming Industry Is Eating Itself Alive
Xbox is undergoing a massive restructuring, including 3,200 layoffs, impacting numerous studios and divisions like Activision, Bethesda, and Blizzard. While some studios regain independence and first-party projects remain safe for now, the article criticizes Xbox's overall strategy, citing Game Pass's performance and declining hardware revenue. The piece also touches on PlayStation's similar issues with digital ownership and preservation, painting a bleak picture for the future of gaming costs and ownership.
After PS5 Disc Controversy, Microsoft Confirms Halo: Campaign Evolved Will Come On A Disc
Microsoft has confirmed that Halo: Campaign Evolved will include physical discs for its PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S editions, despite Sony's recent announcement to phase out physical media by 2028. This move caters to players who value physical collections and raises discussions about game preservation and the potential elimination of the secondhand market.
PlayStation to Allow Publishers to Re-Order Discs for Existing Titles After January 2028 – Rumor
A rumor suggests that PlayStation will allow publishers to re-order physical disc copies of existing games after January 2028, despite plans to cease new disc production. While some publishers are shifting to digital, this alleged policy change offers a potential lifeline for older titles. However, questions remain about the long-term availability and Sony's commitment to physical media preservation, especially as Xbox continues to support disc releases.
Halo Project Ekur Reportedly Cancelled, Team Shifted to Campaign Evolved in Summer 2025 – Rumor
Reports suggest that Halo Project Ekur has been cancelled, with its development team reportedly shifted to work on Halo: Campaign Evolved due to issues with the latter. The cancellation comes amidst rumors of layoffs at Xbox. Halo: Campaign Evolved is slated for release on July 28th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Halo: Campaign Evolved pays tribute to the hugely popular Red vs. Blue series with a new Machinima mode
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the classic shooter, will feature a new Machinima mode to pay tribute to the popular webseries Red vs. Blue. This mode allows players to use a freecam and control their Spartan to create custom content. The feature is available to all players without unlocking and can be combined with other settings for enhanced video creation.
Sony assures developers they can still order some games on disc after 2027 – but there's a catch
Sony has informed developers that while PlayStation disc production will end in January 2028, they can still re-order physical discs for games released before that date. This move, which suggests the PlayStation 6 may lack a disc drive, has prompted Microsoft to highlight that its upcoming game, Halo: Campaign Evolved, will include a physical disc. The article also touches on concerns surrounding the potential lack of a physical disc for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Halo: Campaign Evolved really, really wants you to know you can get a physical disc even if you buy it on PS5
Microsoft is highlighting that Halo: Campaign Evolved will include a physical game disc, even for PlayStation 5 purchases, contrasting with Sony's announced discontinuation of disc production by 2028. This move addresses concerns about game ownership and the potential lack of physical editions for future titles like Grand Theft Auto 6.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Includes Machinima Mode and Dropping Weapons for Teammates
Halo: Campaign Evolved, launching July 28th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, will feature a Machinima mode allowing players to control freecams and lower weapons. The game also includes the ability to drop weapons for teammates, a feature from Halo Infinite. Developer Halo Studios confirmed that enemy AI has been improved in recent builds and that LASO mode will feature a curated selection of skulls.
After Sony Kills PS5 Discs and GTA 6 is Just a Code in a Box, Xbox Is Using Halo: Campaign Evolved's Physical Disc as a Selling Point
Microsoft is highlighting the inclusion of a physical game disc for Halo: Campaign Evolved as a selling point. This contrasts with trends seen from Sony regarding PlayStation 5 disc usage and the digital nature of Grand Theft Auto 6's release.
Xbox is closing down studios to help fund more Halo claim insiders
Xbox is reportedly planning significant layoffs and studio closures as part of a strategy to reallocate resources towards key franchises like Halo, The Elder Scrolls, and Fallout. Insiders suggest this move aims to revitalize struggling IPs and address issues with post-launch support, particularly for Halo Infinite. Several studios, including Ninja Theory and Double Fine, are rumored to be at risk.