Halo: Combat Evolved
News, coverage and analysis tracking Halo: Combat Evolved across the outlets.
Halo: Campaign Evolved arrives in July, and it's still coming to PS5 despite Xbox shake-upsHalo: Campaign Evolved is set to launch on July 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This release marks the first Halo title developed for a PlayStation platform, despite Xbox's recent announcement that Gears of War: E-Day will be an Xbox console exclusive. The game will include three new bonus missions set before the events of Halo: Combat Evolved.
Halo: Campaign Evolved launches in JulyHalo: Campaign Evolved is set to launch on July 28, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, with early access starting July 23 for premium editions. The game includes a new three-mission story arc, Operation: METEORITE, set before the original game, featuring Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson. It will also feature cross-play and cross-progression and be available day one on Game Pass.
Rumour: Gears of War: E-Day Was Coming to PS5, Xbox Cancelled Port Very RecentlyA recent rumor suggests that Gears of War: E-Day was in development for the PlayStation 5 until very recently, but Xbox has now allegedly canceled the port. This decision reportedly comes amid shifting strategies regarding exclusivity for Microsoft's first-party titles.
Don't tell Xbox, but Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshots have leaked through the Microsoft Store and revealed space…Screenshots for the upcoming Halo: Campaign Evolved have leaked via the Microsoft Store, revealing new details about the game. The leaked images showcase remade levels, character designs including a blue Cortana, and the introduction of space combat sections, a feature not present in the original Halo: Combat Evolved. The game is slated for release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
New Xbox CEO says successful platforms "must have exclusive content" and is "looking at that very closely" as Halo and Fable prepare to jump to PS5Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that successful platforms require exclusive content, a strategy the company is actively considering for titles like Halo and Fable, which are reportedly coming to PlayStation 5. Sharma emphasized balancing broad audience reach with the need for platform-defining exclusives, acknowledging the evolving ways players consume content.
Halo 3 “1v1 Me Bro” Tournament Announced, Top Prize Is A Legendary ConsoleGameStop is hosting a "1v1 Me Bro" Halo 3 tournament at its Euless, Texas location on June 6. Participants can challenge Michael "Flamesword" Chaves for a chance to win a rare Xbox 360 Halo 3 edition console. The event is first-come, first-served, and participants must be 18 or older.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s Visuals Might Lack Readability for Players, Says Former Bungie DeveloperFormer Bungie developer Niles Sankey expressed concerns that the advanced visuals in Halo: Campaign Evolved might negatively impact gameplay readability, making it harder for players to discern enemies and battlefield conditions. While acknowledging he lacks full insight into the development, Sankey emphasized the importance of clear visual communication for tactical gameplay, a strength of the original Halo: Combat Evolved. Developers Damon Conn and Max Szlagor aim to honor the original's legacy while appealing to both veteran and new players for the campaign-only remake.
Summer Game Fest 2026 and State of Play - every PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo rumourThis article compiles numerous rumors and predictions for upcoming announcements at Summer Game Fest, State of Play, and other gaming showcases. It covers potential reveals for games across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch platforms, including new titles, sequels, remakes, and DLC from major publishers like Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Capcom.- State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Xbox-showen – här är veckans spelshowerThis week features a packed schedule of online gaming events as a replacement for E3, including PlayStation's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and the Xbox Games Showcase. These events will showcase new game announcements, trailers, and gameplay, with potential reveals for titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Gears of War: E-Day.
Fable reboot delayed until February 2027Microsoft has delayed the Fable reboot, developed by Playground Games, to February 2027. The company cited a desire to give the game its own dedicated release window, avoiding a crowded period that includes other major Xbox titles and Grand Theft Auto VI. A new look at Fable is expected at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
XBOX delays Fable to February 2027 to avoid Grand Theft Auto 6The upcoming Fable reboot from Xbox Game Studios and Playground Games has been delayed to February 2027 to avoid direct competition with Grand Theft Auto 6. The game will receive a new look during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7. The delay also provides additional time for Linux compatibility improvements via Proton.
Fable delayed to 2027 to give it "the dedicated moment it deserves"The Fable reboot, developed by Playground Games for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5, has been delayed to February 2027. Xbox stated the delay is to give the game a dedicated moment and avoid being overshadowed by other major releases. More information will be revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7, 2026.
Bungie vet says OG Halo beats Campaign Evolved and its "modern, AAA, fancy Unreal graphics" because "the constraints actually make it a stronger game"A former Bungie design lead, Niles Sankey, believes the original Halo's graphical constraints made it a stronger game than modern remakes like Halo: Campaign Evolved. He argues that excessive detail in "fancy Unreal graphics" can impair battlefield readability and enemy visibility, which are crucial for gameplay.
Fable Delayed To February 2027Xbox has announced that the upcoming RPG Fable has been delayed to February 2027. The decision was made to give the game more space from other major releases planned for this year. Fable is still set to appear at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
The Fable Reboot Has Been Delayed To February 2027Xbox has announced that the Fable reboot, developed by Playground Games, has been delayed to February 2027. This marks the second delay for the highly anticipated RPG, with Xbox citing a desire to give the game its own dedicated launch window. The franchise, known for its British humor and morality mechanics, was originally teased in 2020.
Xbox delays Fable to February 2027 to avoid GTA 6 (and everything else)Xbox has delayed the release of Fable to February 2027, citing the need to avoid launching alongside major titles like Grand Theft Auto VI. The delay aims to give the role-playing game its own dedicated moment. Fable will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, as well as Game Pass.
Anticipated Xbox Game’s PS5 Release Date DelayedPlayground Games' upcoming role-playing game Fable has been delayed to February 2027, according to an announcement from Xbox. The game, which is also planned for PlayStation 5, was previously expected in Fall 2026. This marks another delay for the long-awaited title, which was originally announced in 2020.- Fablar! Nya Fable har försenats till nästa årThe Fable reboot, originally planned for a fall release, has been delayed by Xbox to February 2027. This decision was made due to the crowded release schedule for Xbox players this year, which includes titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Grand Theft Auto VI. More gameplay footage is expected during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
Fable delayed until 2027 as Xbox loses game of chicken with GTA 6Microsoft has announced that the Fable reboot has been delayed to February 2027 to avoid launching near Grand Theft Auto 6. This decision impacts Xbox's 25th anniversary plans, with Fable now set to be Xbox's biggest Christmas release by default. Other upcoming Xbox titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day are also mentioned, with potential releases before Fable.
Fable Delayed Until 2027, Confirms XboxXbox has announced that the upcoming game Fable has been delayed to February 2027. This decision was made to allow the game to have a dedicated launch moment and avoid scheduling conflicts with other major releases. Despite the delay, Playground Games plans to share significant Fable reveals during the Xbox showcase event on June 7.