Halo: Combat Evolved
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Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo campaign, showcases nearly 40 minutes of gameplay, including a 10-minute look at its new third-person perspective. This mode is playable from start to finish, unlike the original's limited third-person vehicle sections. The game is set to release on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5 on July 28.
Halo's PS5 Debut Can Be Played Entirely in Third-Person if You Want
The upcoming remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, titled Halo: Campaign Evolved, will feature a third-person perspective toggle for PlayStation 5 players. This option is one of 42 unlockable 'Skulls' that modify gameplay, alongside features like HUD removal and increased enemy health. While the game will not include competitive multiplayer, it will offer local and online co-op with crossplay.
Take a deep look at Halo: Campaign Evolved before it launches next month
A remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved is set to launch on July 28. The article provides a look at the upcoming title before its release.
I had a blast playing Halo: Campaign Evolved, but it's not the remake Halo deserves
Halo: Campaign Evolved offers a visually updated take on the original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. While the graphical enhancements are impressive, the remake largely retains the original's mechanics and level design, leading to questions about whether it goes far enough to justify its existence, especially given the omission of multiplayer.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Hands-On Demo – It’s The Halo You Love, But Even Better
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a modernized remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, offers a hands-on preview of the 'Assault on the Control Room' level. Creative Director Max Szlagor highlights significant visual and gameplay enhancements, including improved AI, expanded vehicle options, and streamlined level design, while preserving the original's core experience. The game launches July 28, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud, with cross-play and cross-progression support.
Halo: Campaign Evolved ‘Assault on the Control Room’ and third-person ‘The Silent Cartographer’ gameplay walkthroughs
Halo Studios and Xbox Game Studios have released new gameplay videos for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved. The videos showcase "Assault on the Control Room" and a new third-person camera perspective for "The Silent Cartographer." Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to launch on July 28 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, and will be available on Game Pass.
I went into Halo: Campaign Evolved thinking it didn't need to exist, but after playing two levels I want full remakes of the original trilogy and Reach
Despite initial skepticism, the "Halo: Campaign Evolved" remake, built in Unreal Engine 5 by Halo Studios, offers a surprisingly faithful yet modern take on Halo: Combat Evolved. The game features stunning visuals on Xbox Series X and retains the core gameplay loop while incorporating modern features like sprinting and shield/health regeneration, making it an engaging experience for both new and returning players.
The Xbox Wireless Controller X25 is neat, but I've tested a translucent green alternative that works with the…
The article compares Microsoft's upcoming Xbox Wireless Controller X25 with the Retro Fighters Hunter, a third-party wireless controller. While the X25 celebrates the Xbox's 25th anniversary with a translucent green design, the Hunter offers wider compatibility across older and newer Xbox systems, PC, and Switch, along with features like hall-effect joysticks for a potentially lower price.
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.
Ensure you’re ready for Halo: Campaign Evolved with these system requirements
The 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-up
Halo: 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.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Collector's Edition Includes a Relic of a Bygone Gaming Era
Halo: Campaign Evolved is not only a remake of a 25-year-old game but also aims to recreate the entire era from which it originated. The Collector's Edition is noted for including a relic from a past gaming era.
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.
Xbox Game Pass lost "millions of subscribers" in just "a few months" after 50% price hike
Xbox experienced a significant subscriber loss, reportedly in the millions, within months of implementing a 50% price increase for Game Pass in October 2025. New CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged the negative impact and has initiated a strategy shift, including making some first-party titles like Gears of War: E-Day exclusive to Xbox consoles.
Reaction: Mealy-Mouthed Microsoft Takes Us Back to 2023 with Mixed Messaging on Xbox Exclusivity
Microsoft's recent Xbox Showcase and subsequent statements from executives like Matt Booty have reintroduced ambiguity regarding game exclusivity. Despite promises of multiplatform releases for big multiplayer and live service titles, games like Gears of War: E-Day are now confirmed as Xbox console exclusives, leading to confusion and criticism about inconsistent messaging.
Halo: Campaign Evolved's digital game manual is exclusive to its Premium and Collector's Editions, making for a very expensive list of instructions
Halo: 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.
Halo: Campaign Evolved pre-orders have hit the shelves, but that Collector's Edition is difficult to catch
Pre-orders for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved with updated visuals and additional content, are now available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game launches on July 28, with a Premium Edition offering early access and bonus content. A Collector's Edition is also available but is currently difficult to obtain.
Halo: Campaign Evolved – Creating New Cosmetics for Master Chief That Honor the Halo Legacy
Halo: 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.
As Xbox Returns to Exclusives, Halo Remake Embraces PS5 with PS5 Pro Gameplay Trailer
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved focusing on the single-player campaign, is set to launch on July 28, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. Trailers showcasing gameplay captured on the PS5 Pro have been released, highlighting DualSense controller support and new missions. Halo Studios aims to leverage the PlayStation 5 release to expand the Halo universe and community.
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.
