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Halo 1 Remake Lets You Play In Third-Person, And It Looks Great
Halo: Campaign Evolved will feature a third-person perspective option, activated by finding the "Perspective" Skull. This remake also introduces a "Campaign Remix" mode with randomized enemies and weapon pickups, offering new ways to replay missions. The game launches July 28 for $50 on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5, with a premium edition available July 23.
Halo: Campaign Evolved – 9 Minutes Of 3rd Person Gameplay | The Silent Cartographer
This article provides a first look at 9 minutes of third-person gameplay from the Halo: Campaign Evolved mission, The Silent Cartographer, using the new "Perspective" Skull. Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5 on July 28, with Premium Edition pre-orders granting early access starting July 23, 2026.
Halo: Campaign Evolved – 28 Minute Gameplay Demo | Assault on the Control Room
A 28-minute gameplay demonstration for Halo showcases the 'Assault on the Control Room' campaign mission. The demo provides an in-depth look at the game's mechanics and environments.
There's never been an easier time to boycott Microsoft, the most boring video game publisher in the business
This opinion piece argues that Microsoft's gaming division lacks innovation and momentum, making it an easy target for boycotts. The author criticizes recent game announcements like Halo and Gears of War remakes, and highlights the company's perceived stagnation despite owning numerous studios and franchises. The article suggests that boycotting Microsoft is a small sacrifice given the company's broader business practices and the abundance of alternative games available.
We Played Halo: Campaign Evolved, And The Old Remade Missions Are Pretty “Meh”
A preview of Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original 2001 game, suggests that while some visual updates have been made, the remade missions feel generic and lack the unique charm of the original. The game is set to launch on July 28 for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, with a premium edition offering early access on July 23.
Halo Campaign Evolved Has Listened to Feedback, But I’m not Convinced It’s Enough
The article discusses the evolution of the Halo campaign, suggesting that while feedback has been considered, it may not be sufficient to address underlying issues. The author expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of recent changes in improving the overall player experience.
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.
SGF 2026: SPRAWL zero Preview—Movement Never Felt This Good
SPRAWL zero is a forthcoming first-person shooter developed by MAETH and published by Kwalee, heavily inspired by early 2000s FPS titles like Half-Life 2 and Halo. The game features fast-paced combat with mechanics like weapon swapping, throwable items, and special abilities such as Bullet Time and Gravity Shield, emphasizing fluid movement and reactive gameplay.
Sprawl Zero Captures the Spirit of Early 2000s Halo Games
Sprawl Zero is a new game aiming to capture the nostalgic feel of early 2000s Halo titles. The game is being developed with the intention of evoking the classic gameplay and atmosphere associated with those early entries in the franchise.
Games Inbox: What will be in the Nintendo Direct today?
Readers speculate on the contents of an upcoming Nintendo Direct, with predictions ranging from a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake to new Switch 2 titles. Discussions also touch upon Xbox's exclusivity policies, the perceived lack of innovation in modern game design, and the aging gamer demographic.
Before Obsession, Inde Navarrette was streaming her Call of Duty killstreaks with the type of unbothered grace I can…
Before achieving fame as the star of the horror film 'Obsession,' Inde Navarrette was a Twitch streamer known for her 'Call of Duty' gameplay and relaxed demeanor. She shared that her gaming journey began with her brother and mother playing 'Shrek' games on the PlayStation 2, eventually leading to her own PC build and streaming during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Rumour: Halo PS5 Trailer Was Planned for State of Play, Sony Allegedly Angered by Removal
A rumor suggests that a Halo trailer captured on PS5 Pro hardware was originally intended for Sony's State of Play showcase but was removed at the last minute by Microsoft. This decision reportedly angered Sony, potentially requiring them to re-edit their presentation.
Xbox and Sony's games all looked the same this year. Here's why the PC Gaming Show won
The author argues that while major showcases from Xbox and Sony featured many anticipated titles, most triple-A games looked visually similar. In contrast, the PC Gaming Show highlighted innovative indie and double-A titles across various genres, demonstrating where true creativity in gaming currently lies.
Official Halo: Campaign Evolved Cinematic Story Trailer Marked 'Captured on PS5 Pro' — So What Happened?
Microsoft released a new cinematic story trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, which was notably labeled as being captured on a PlayStation 5 Pro. The trailer's origin has sparked discussion within the gaming community.
Morning Multiplex
Several game trailers were released, including a cinematic story trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a world-inspired trailer for Hela: Of Mice & Magic, a reveal trailer for MAXIMUM THUNDERNESS, and an official gameplay trailer for Mexican Ninja during IGN Live 2026.
Halo: Campaign Evolved ‘Story’ trailer
A new trailer titled 'Halo: Campaign Evolved' has been released, showcasing the campaign mode of the game. The trailer highlights key aspects of the campaign experience.
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.
Xbox will still release multiplatform games, but expect more full exclusives like Gears of War: E-Day
Xbox executives have clarified their exclusivity strategy, stating that while titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be Xbox console exclusives, this is not a universal rule. Live service and multiplayer-first games, along with titles already announced for PlayStation 5, will remain multiplatform. Other games will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Njut av samtliga trailers från Xbox Games Showcase
The Xbox Games Showcase featured trailers for numerous upcoming titles, including Fable, State of Decay 3, and a new Spyro game. Several games like Halo, A Plague Tale, and Doom received release date announcements or expansion details, with many new titles slated for 2027.
Spyro, Persona 6, and Crazy Taxi: the best trailers of Xbox Games Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous game trailers, including Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Persona 6, and Crazy Taxi: World Tour. Microsoft highlighted several console exclusives like Gears of War: E-Day, while many other titles such as Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 4 Revival are also coming to PlayStation 5.
