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Halo: Campaign Evolved – PS5 vs Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro vs PC Graphics Comparison
This analysis compares the graphical performance of Halo: Campaign Evolved across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and PC using Unreal Engine 5. While PC offers the highest fidelity and scalability, the PlayStation 5 Pro provides the best console experience, closely followed by the Xbox Series X and base PlayStation 5, with all consoles offering distinct Quality and Performance modes.
The new open-world RPG climbing Steam is the biggest surprise since Crimson Desert: huge, pretty, and only $30
DragonSword: Awakening, an open-world action RPG from developer Hound13, has launched on Steam to positive reviews, achieving 90% positive feedback after over 4,600 player reviews. Despite a complicated development history involving publisher disputes and a last-minute delay, the game is praised for its premium pricing model, avoiding gacha mechanics, and offering a vast amount of content for $30. It has seen strong concurrent player numbers on Steam, running on Unreal Engine 5.
Gears of War: E-Day Gameplay Reveal Deep Dive | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from The Coalition discuss the gameplay reveal for Gears of War: E-Day, detailing new mechanics like sliding and an expanded cover system built from scratch in Unreal Engine 5. The interview highlights the game's focus on the early days of the Locust invasion, character details for Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, and the return of iconic elements like the chainsaw Lancer, all while celebrating the franchise's 20th anniversary.
Stalker 2's engine upgrade and first story expansion are due out in August
GSC Game World announced that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will receive its first story expansion, Cost of Hope, on August 20. Alongside the DLC, the game will also launch its major 2.0 update, which includes a complete upgrade of Unreal Engine 5 from version 5.1 to 5.5.4, along with new free features for all owners.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Arrives on August 20th With Update 2.0’s Free Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade
GSC Game World announced that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, the first paid expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, will be released on August 20th. Alongside the expansion, a free Update 2.0 will launch for base game owners, featuring an Unreal Engine 5 upgrade, new content, and other improvements. The expansion will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Halo: Campaign Evolved vs Anniversary vs Original – 15 Biggest Graphics Differences
Halo: Campaign Evolved significantly enhances the graphical fidelity of Halo: Combat Evolved and its Anniversary remake, showcasing advancements in lighting, shadows, textures, and environmental detail. The new version leverages Unreal Engine 5 to bring a modern, realistic aesthetic while preserving the original art direction and gameplay experience.
Gorgeous PlayStation 5 Shooter Gets Stellar Reviews
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo game, has launched on PlayStation 5 and is receiving strong reviews. Critics praise its reinvention of the classic shooter, with many highlighting its upgraded visuals using Unreal Engine 5, refined controls, and new prequel missions. The game boasts an 83 overall score on OpenCritic, with 89% of critics recommending it.
Tomb Raider Catalyst delayed until 2028
Amazon Games has announced that Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed from its previously planned 2027 release to 2028. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, will feature Lara Croft on a new adventure in Northern India. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is slated for release in 2028 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
eCricket Discord Beta Registrations Now Open
Lightfury Games has opened beta registrations for its upcoming AAA mobile cricket title, eCricket. Players selected for the beta will test the game built on Unreal Engine 5 and provide feedback to developers. Strict conditions are in place for beta testers, prohibiting the capture, recording, or sharing of any in-game content.
Halo’s PlayStation 5 Debut Is Out Today, Here’s How to Play Early
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo game, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for players who purchased the Premium Edition, offering early access ahead of its official July 28, 2026 release. This remake features upgraded visuals in Unreal Engine 5, refined controls, split-screen co-op, online multiplayer for up to four players, and includes three new prequel missions.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Review – Finishing the fight, again
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 with new missions, dialogue, and four-player co-op, and is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. While the visual and audio upgrades are impressive and the new prequel missions add meaningful content, some modern gameplay additions like sprint and auto-healing alter the original's pacing and feel. Despite these changes, the remake successfully captures the spirit of the original while offering a compelling experience for both newcomers and veterans.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Review – Remaster Chief
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, featuring updated visuals with Unreal Engine 5 and incorporating gameplay elements from later entries. While online multiplayer is absent, it includes expanded co-op and new prequel missions written by Troy Denning. The game preserves the original's art direction and captivating story, offering a refined first-person shooter experience with faster movement and additional abilities.
I played the Halo: Campaign Evolved remake and original Halo back-to-back, here's my review
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a modern remake of Halo: Combat Evolved that aims to update the classic shooter with Unreal Engine 5 visuals and gameplay inspired by later Halo titles. While the remake boasts impressive graphics and smoother controls, the reviewer finds that many of its changes, such as the addition of a sprint button and altered vehicle physics, detract from the original's unique design and tension. The package is also criticized for lacking PvP multiplayer and offering a sparse selection of content compared to The Master Chief Collection.
Halo: Campaign Evolved review: The horse you rode in on
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a remake of the original Halo campaign, featuring updated visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and some mission alterations. While the graphical overhaul is impressive, it sometimes detracts from the original's atmosphere and can lead to readability issues. The absence of multiplayer, a core part of the Halo experience, is a significant drawback, especially given the game's price point. Despite some improvements and new prequel missions, the remake ultimately feels hollow without its multiplayer component.
It Feels Wrong For Halo To Feel Better Than Ever On PS5
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, is surprisingly enjoyable on PlayStation 5 despite its Xbox origins. Developed in Unreal Engine 5, this reimagining features new missions, redesigned levels, updated gameplay mechanics like sprinting and aiming down sights, and improved narrative connections to later Halo titles. While the new prequel missions introduce underdeveloped characters and the checkpoint system can be finicky, the overall experience enhances the classic story and serves as a new gold standard for playing the first Halo game.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Gets Explosive Launch Trailer, Advanced Access Now Live
Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched its Premium Edition with advanced access and released an explosive new trailer showcasing revamped visuals and gameplay. Developed on Unreal Engine 5, the game features Master Chief battling the Covenant to prevent the activation of Alpha Halo. Improvements include default sprinting, equipable Plasma Swords, split-screen co-op, and various gameplay modifiers like Skulls and a third-person perspective. The full release is scheduled for July 28th on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Zeus: God of Arrogance is an upcoming Korean MMO steeped in Greek mythology and naughty gods
Zeus: God of Arrogance is an upcoming Korean MMORPG developed by AButton and published by Com2uS, featuring Greek mythology and Unreal Engine 5. The game is set to release in the third quarter of 2026 for PC, Android, and iOS, with pre-registrations having opened on July 1st.
City of Titans discusses Unreal 5.7 upgrades, procedural generation, and enemy combat AI
Indie superhero MMORPG City of Titans, developed by Missing Worlds Media, has provided a Q2 update detailing progress on upgrading to Unreal Engine 5.7. The studio is also developing new in-engine tools for a controlled form of procedural generation for city areas and continuing to build out strategic enemy combat AI with configurable difficulty settings.
MXGP 26 Announced
NACON and Artefacts Studio have announced MXGP 26, the latest installment in the motocross racing simulation series. The game is set to launch in October for PC and consoles, featuring a transition to Unreal Engine 5.
MXGP 26 Announced for PC, Consoles With October 2026 Release Window
Nacon and Artefacts Studio have announced MXGP 26, set to release in October for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game will feature new motorcycle physics, dynamic terrain deformation, and content from the official 2026 motocross season. This entry marks a significant shift as it is the first in the franchise to be developed using Unreal Engine 5.
