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After 25 Years, Halo Is Finally On PlayStation
Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched in early access on July 23, marking the first time a Halo game has been available on PlayStation consoles after 25 years of Xbox exclusivity. Developers aim to reconnect the community and reach new audiences by bringing the franchise to PlayStation 5 and other platforms. This move is also seen as a financial strategy for Microsoft, which has seen success with its multiplatform releases.
Xbox Explains What Makes A Game An Xbox Exclusive
Xbox's chief strategy officer Matthew Ball explained the company's framework for determining which games will be exclusive to Xbox Series X and PC, emphasizing that titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are just the first of many planned exclusives. While some single-player games and large live-service titles may still appear on platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox aims to grow its user base through a consistent pipeline of exclusive content. This strategy comes amidst recent layoffs and hardware price increases within Microsoft's gaming division.
Halo: Campaign Evolved – What You Need to Know Before Launch
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a ground-up remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, developed by Halo Studios using Unreal Engine 5. The remake aims to modernize the original's gameplay, AI, and narrative delivery while preserving its legacy. It will launch on July 28th for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring enhanced visuals, spatial audio, and updated UI elements.
Halo Campaign Evolved creative director says the remake will have 'all the original content' and new features to bring it into more of a modern shooter'
Halo Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, will include all original content alongside new features and weapons to modernize the shooter experience. Creative director Max Szlagor and executive producer Damon Conn stated the game aims to be more accessible with improved wayfinding and optional quality-of-life features like a sprint button, built using Unreal Engine 5. The game is set to launch on July 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Series S, and PC.
'The original code is in this game' — Halo Campaign Evolved executive producer says some level layouts have been redesigned to avoid 'repetiveness' but 'you are playing the DNA of the original game'
Executive producer Damon Conn stated that Halo Campaign Evolved retains the original code and DNA of Halo: Combat Evolved, despite being rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5. The team has redesigned some level layouts and encounters to reduce repetition and enhance visual distinction, particularly in areas like The Library, while preserving the original story and intent. The game is set to launch on July 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Multiplayer Halo Project Ekur Was Going To Be An Extraction Shooter – Rumor
A rumored standalone Halo multiplayer title, codenamed Project Ekur, was initially planned as an extraction shooter by Certain Affinity. Reports suggest the project has since shifted to a large-scale multiplayer shooter, moving away from its earlier battle royale concept. This change occurred as development transitioned to Unreal Engine 5, with prototypes exploring extraction shooter elements before settling on a direction closer to Halo 5's Warzone mode.
We spoke to three Xbox Game Studio teams about exclusivity, and got two very different answers
Developers from Xbox Game Studios have differing views on game exclusivity. Gears of War: E-Day creative director Matt Searcy believes it makes sense as an Xbox exclusive, while developers for Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fable are excited about releasing on multiple platforms to reach a wider audience.
Halo: Campaign Evolved reignites Halo's longest-running argument
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, will introduce sprinting, a feature absent in the original but present in later installments. Creative director Max Szlagor and executive producer Damon Conn discuss how the addition of sprinting and other features like destructible vehicles are intended to modernize the gameplay while remaining faithful to the original's tone and challenge.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Promotion Has Seemingly Started at GameStop – Rumor
Promotional materials for Halo: Campaign Evolved have reportedly appeared at GameStop, suggesting an upcoming release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This follows recent ratings and rumors indicating a potential July 28th release date, with early access starting July 23rd. Developers Damon Conn and Max Szlagor, along with original team member Marcus Lehto, have expressed enthusiasm for bringing the classic campaign to a new audience and enhancing the co-op experience.