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'Halo Infinite' Sequel Will be Based on Previous Director's Plans, Says Trusted Insider

The next mainline game to follow Halo Infinite will reportedly be based on what the previous director planned before leaving the project.

‘Halo Next’ reportedly in development at Halo Studios, promising an accessible story that appeals to both veterans and rookies

‘Halo Next’ reportedly in development at Halo Studios, promising an accessible story that appeals to both veterans and rookies

Let's hope it hits the feels like any Halo game should.

Months after Halo Infinite's final major update, Halo Studios releases a surprise PvE mode and the game's hardest challenge ever

Months after Halo Infinite's final major update, Halo Studios releases a surprise PvE mode and the game's hardest challenge ever

Developers and fans agree, Firefight: Gauntlet is "deviously difficult"

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A new Halo Studios report claims the Xbox studio is actively developing “Halo Next” — with fresh details on the Endless, the Flood, and Joseph Staten’s original plans.

A new report claims Halo Studios is actively developing “Halo Next,” the next mainline Halo campaign. The report also details Joseph Staten’s reported plans for Halo Infinite’s sequel, the role of the Endless, and the possible return of the Flood.

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"The most fun I've had in Halo PvE in a long time": I played Halo Infinite's surprise new Gauntlet mode, and I'm hooked — it's something I've wanted for ages

Don't sleep on Halo Infinite's new Gauntlet co-op mode. It's some of the most fun I've had with Halo PvE in ages, and a must-play if you like a challenge.

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“Halo Infinite is not done yet”: A surprise update dropped out of nowhere and it raises new questions about the game’s future

Halo Infinite has received a surprise update introducing Firefight Gauntlet, a new mode with escalating challenges, alongside new Forge maps.

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New Halo leak claims Xbox is making Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes after Campaign Evolved — "Active development is underway," here's what we know

A new report claims that Xbox and Halo Studios are developing remakes for Halo 2 and Halo 3 that are similar in scope to Halo: Campaign Evolved.

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No matter how well Campaign Evolved does, Halo is still getting another two remakes

No matter how well Campaign Evolved does, Halo is still getting another two remakes

The entire trilogy is getting the treatment it deserves.

"This was detrimental to Halo Infinite's post-release development": New Halo report reveals just how destructive "mass culling" Microsoft layoffs were at Halo Studios

"This was detrimental to Halo Infinite's post-release development": New Halo report reveals just how destructive "mass culling" Microsoft layoffs were at Halo Studios

A new Halo report alleges that Halo Infinite devs were burdened by "double the responsibilities and duties" following Microsoft's early 2023 layoffs.

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"Halo Infinite was intended to act as a central hub”: I’m digging into the alleged 343 roadmap and how ambitious its original plans for the franchise really were

"Halo Infinite was intended to act as a central hub”: I’m digging into the alleged 343 roadmap and how ambitious its original plans for the franchise really were

A new report claims Halo Infinite was originally planned as a long term platform with a sequel, new environments, and expanded content, but internal challenges and staffing issues may have limited its future.

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Halo lead mocks rumors that the studio is chasing Arc Raiders and Marathon with a PvE extraction shooter spin-off

Halo lead mocks rumors that the studio is chasing Arc Raiders and Marathon with a PvE extraction shooter spin-off

"Hard to remember when it wasn't always super serious doom posting"

“Personally, I’d be open to a Halo extraction shooter” — Halo Studios reportedly abandons battle royale and pivots to a different style. Here’s what that means.

“Personally, I’d be open to a Halo extraction shooter” — Halo Studios reportedly abandons battle royale and pivots to a different style. Here’s what that means.

A new report claims Halo’s planned battle royale mode, Tatanka, was scrapped after failing to meet expectations, later evolving into an extraction shooter that may now be part of the next mainline Halo title.

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"A heartfelt thank you": After 28 years, Microsoft legend, former Halo exec and Xbox Film/TV lead Kiki Wolfkill has left the company

"A heartfelt thank you": After 28 years, Microsoft legend, former Halo exec and Xbox Film/TV lead Kiki Wolfkill has left the company

Kiki Wolfkill spent almost three decades leading various initiatives across the Xbox platform, from art leadership, to transmedia initiatives, and video game production.

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"Hold management accountable. Protect the devs": Former Halo art director implores fans to direct anger "where it belongs" after allegations of "unlawful acts"

"Hold management accountable. Protect the devs": Former Halo art director implores fans to direct anger "where it belongs" after allegations of "unlawful acts"

After former Halo art director Glenn Israel claimed "unlawful acts" occurred at Halo Studios, he's asked fans to direct anger to management, not devs.

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"This is a pattern, not a coincidence": Halo Studios report highlights alleged leadership failures and staff treatment concerns

A new report expands on earlier allegations surrounding Halo Studios, with former developers raising concerns about leadership, workplace culture, and internal handling of serious issues.

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Oop, Xbox's Halo: Campaign Evolved release date may have just leaked thanks to a retailer's mistake — it might have a Deluxe Edition with Early Access, too

New Halo: Campaign Evolved leaks suggest that the remake of Xbox's original flagship shooter will come out on Xbox, PC, and PS5 in late July.

Halo director alleges he experienced ‘multiple harassment campaigns’ and ‘blacklisting, fraud, rampant favoritism’ at Halo Studios

He shared serious allegations of horrible misconduct at Microsoft and Halo Studios.

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“Threatened retaliation on first contact”: As I dig into a former Halo art director’s claims, I’m left questioning what else Microsoft didn’t want anyone to see.

Former Halo Studios art director Glenn Israel has alleged misconduct, harassment, and internal failures at Microsoft, detailing claims involving HR practices, retaliation, and studio mismanagement.

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Veteran Halo developer of 17 years accuses the studio of blacklisting, fraud, and "multiple harassment campaigns"

Glenn Israel claims "numerous unethical and/or unlawful acts" were committed by Halo Studios higher-ups

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Halo Studios says Campaign Evolved won’t include a shop, but cosmetic skins will still be available — cue the arguments

Halo Studios confirms that Halo Campaign Evolved will not include a shop, despite introducing skins through a Fanta promotion.

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New Halo: Campaign Evolved leak hints at prequel missions, returning characters, and a bold new direction for the series

A new Halo: Campaign Evolved leak points to prequel missions, returning characters, and a fresh direction for the next campaign.

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Explaining Halo Studios' outsourcing — a broader shift in leadership strategy and approach to game production revealed

A new report details how Halo Studios is approaching outsourcing on Halo Campaign Evolved, including Abstraction’s role and how leadership strategy is shaping development.

Halo: Campaign Evolved: Release date rumors, platforms, and everything else we know about the Halo remake

Master Chief is returning in 2026 with a ground-up remake of the original Halo that's promising new content on top of a totally remade presentation.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved devs say its first-ever PS5 release of Xbox's flagship is a chance to grow its community — "We don't and we won't take it lightly"

While Halo: Campaign Evolved's availability on PS5 is seen as controversial by some, its devs view it as a chance to grow and connect the franchise's community.

Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful remake tasked with relaunching a legendary franchise: "We see this as a way to grow, expand, and reconnect the Halo community"

Big in 2026 | Our Xbox 2026 Spotlight series kicks off with a new Halo Studios interview, exploring the promise and potential of its Combat Evolved remake

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