Halo: Combat Evolved Campaign
News, coverage and analysis tracking Halo: Combat Evolved Campaign across the outlets.
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 Finally Showcases Extensive Wraith Gameplay (and Its Longest Mission)Halo: Campaign Evolved has revealed extensive Wraith gameplay and showcased its longest mission, Assault on the Control Room, in its entirety. The remake features over 28 minutes of new first-person gameplay, including Scorpion Tank sequences and detailed environmental destruction. The game is set to launch on July 28th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Showcase Season & Planet Zoo 2 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #229The latest episode of TheXboxHub Official Podcast covers the recent gaming showcases, including the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest, alongside discussions about Planet Zoo 2. Hosts Gareth, Paul, and Darren highlight their favorite moments, discuss Xbox strategy, and anticipate upcoming game releases, with a particular focus on Gears of War: E-Day.
Ensure you’re ready for Halo: Campaign Evolved with these system requirementsThe PC system requirements for the upcoming remake Halo: Campaign Evolved have been revealed ahead of its July release. Minimum specs include an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-10700K, 16GB RAM, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super for 1080p 60 FPS gameplay. Recommended specs for 4K 60 FPS include an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 or Intel Core i7-12700K, 32GB RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti.
Halo Campaign Evolved: Everything we know about Master Chief's glow-upHalo: Campaign Evolved is a full remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, set to release on July 28, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The remake features updated visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, refined controls including sprinting and aiming, remastered audio, and three new prologue missions titled 'Operation Meteorite'. Notably, it will not include PvP multiplayer but will offer two-player split-screen and four-player online co-op.
Xbox console exclusives are returning on a 'case-by-case' basisMicrosoft is re-prioritizing Xbox console exclusives, starting with Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution, to encourage hardware purchases. This marks a shift from the previous multiplatform strategy, with exclusivity decisions now being made on a case-by-case basis under new Xbox president Asha Sharma. Large multiplayer and live service titles will continue to be multiplatform.
"Our business today is not healthy": Xbox exec says plan for exclusive games is "not ready" but…Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball stated that the company's current business is "not healthy" and a new plan for exclusive games is being developed under new CEO Asha Sharma. While some games like Gears of War: E-Day will be console exclusives, live-service titles will remain multi-platform, with a clearer strategy to be communicated to players soon.
Xbox Game Lost “Millions” Of Subscribers When It Increased The Price Last fallXbox confirmed that a significant price increase for Xbox Game Pass last fall led to a loss of millions of subscribers. Following the price hike, the service experienced an eight-month decline, but growth has since resumed after subsequent price reductions. The article also mentions the upcoming exclusivity of Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution for Xbox, while Fable and Halo: Campaign Evolved are slated for PlayStation 5.
Xbox-chef: multiplattforms-släpp avgörs "från fall till fall"Xbox is adopting a case-by-case approach to multiplatform releases, with major multiplayer and live service titles continuing to be available on PC and other consoles. However, games like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be exclusive to Xbox Series and PC, a shift from previous policies. The platform strategy for future titles like The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 remains undecided.- Halo: Campaign Evolved Preorders Are Live for PS5 and Xbox – Here’s What Comes in Each EditionPreorders for Halo: Campaign Evolved are now available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The article details the different editions of the game and their respective contents for consumers.
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.- Halo: Campaign Evolved's digital game manual is exclusive to its Premium and Collector's Editions, making for a very expensive list of instructionsHalo: Campaign Evolved will feature a digital game manual exclusively in its Premium and Collector's Editions, a decision drawing criticism from fans who view it as a formerly standard inclusion now being locked behind a paywall. The Premium Edition, costing $70, includes early access and cosmetic items alongside the digital manual, while the $200 Collector's Edition adds physical collectibles.
Gears of War: E-Day's PS5 port is reportedly mostly complete as Xbox only recently decided to U-turn on its console…A report suggests that a PlayStation 5 port of Gears of War: E-Day is nearly complete, despite Xbox recently deciding to keep the game as an Xbox exclusive. This change in strategy reportedly occurred after Phil Spencer's retirement, with current leadership re-evaluating which single-player games will be ported to other platforms on a case-by-case basis.
Halo: Campaign Evolved – Creating New Cosmetics for Master Chief That Honor the Halo LegacyHalo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, will feature new cosmetic skins for Master Chief, inspired by the series' legacy. These include recreations of the original Mark V armor, a Forerunner-inspired design, and unique themed sets. The game will also offer a rebuilt campaign with modern visuals, updated cinematics, refined controls, and network co-op for up to four players, launching July 28, 2026, with early access starting July 23.
Microsoft's next big release Halo: Campaign Evolved just got a slick story trailer, with footage captured on PS5 ProMicrosoft has released a new story trailer for its upcoming game Halo: Campaign Evolved, with all footage captured on a PlayStation 5 Pro. The trailer showcases cinematics, gameplay, and pre-order bonuses, including early access and cosmetic items. The article also notes that future single-player Microsoft games like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will likely be Xbox exclusive due to new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's strategy.
Halo PS5, PS5 Pro Trailer Confirms We’re in for a Big TreatXbox Game Studios has released a new trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, showcasing gameplay captured on the PlayStation 5 Pro and confirming its July 2026 release date. The game will feature three editions: Standard, Premium, and Collector's, with the Premium and Collector's editions including early access, exclusive cosmetic packs, and digital content. The Collector's edition also boasts a Master Chief statue and other physical collectibles.
Halo PS5 Collector's Edition Instantly Sells Out, and for Good ReasonThe Collector's Edition for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign for current-generation consoles, has instantly sold out on the Xbox Game Studios Shop. Priced at $199.99, the edition included a Master Chief statue, the game on disc and digital voucher, and early access. Resellers are already listing the edition for significantly higher prices on eBay.
Highly Anticipated Xbox Game’s PS5 Port Canceled at Last MinuteMicrosoft has canceled the PlayStation 5 port of the highly anticipated game Gears of War: E-Day, reverting to console exclusivity for the title. This decision, driven by new CEO Asha Sharma's strategy to revitalize Xbox, means Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will remain exclusive to Xbox consoles and PC. Other upcoming Xbox titles like Fable and State of Decay 3 are also confirmed for Xbox and PC, with Spyro: A Realm Beyond and Senua receiving multiplatform releases.
Long-Awaited PS5 Games Finally Get Release Dates & WindowsSeveral highly anticipated PlayStation 5 games received release dates and windows during Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Games Showcase. Titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Resident Evil Veronica, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, and Fable are slated for release between July 2026 and Spring 2027, with Persona 6 also announced.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Major Reveal, Trailer and Release Date – Part 1 | Invision Game CommunityThe Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous reveals, including gameplay for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and State of Decay 3, alongside release dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Halo: Campaign Evolved. Microsoft also celebrated 25 years of Xbox with special edition hardware and showcased new titles like Spyro: A Realm Beyond and Senua.