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“The Silent Cartographer,” the iconic fourth mission from Halo: Combat Evolved has been rebuilt from the ground up in the upcoming Halo: Campaign Evolved. Last October we shared a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSjbIM0iegY">first look</a> with a work-in-progress build playthrough and today we’re returning to the idyllic shores of Alpha Halo and storming the beach in a brand-new way.



Check out some fresh gameplay, captured entirely in third-person view, thanks to the new Perspective Skull.  



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Halo: Campaign Evolved includes 42 unlockable gameplay modifying Skulls to augment your experience with new challenges, powerful upgrades, and chaotic outcomes. Read more about Skulls and the <a href="https://aka.ms/HCESkullsRemix">new Campaign Remix feature here</a>. 



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<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order the Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved</a> and get the Foundry Armor Pack and up to 5 days early-access play starting July 23, 2026. Halo: Campaign Evolved launches July 28, 2026.

Halo Studios

Silent Cartographer Third-Person Gameplay | Halo: Campaign Evolved

Earlier this week, we shared a new <a href="https://aka.ms/HCEStory">Campaign Story Trailer</a> for Halo: Campaign Evolved and revealed <a href="https://aka.ms/HCENew">Operation: METEORITE</a>, a new three-mission adventure starring the Master Chief and Sergeant Avery Johnson.



Now’s your chance to enjoy a first look at “Assault on the Control Room,” the fifth campaign mission of Halo: Campaign Evolved.



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Renowned for its mix of breathless short-range encounters, stealth opportunities, and intense vehicle combat through memorable scenery such as snowy canyons and subterranean complexes, the original Assault on the Control Room showcased nearly every weapon and vehicle available in Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign.



That made it the perfect mission to share with the world. Dive into the fully remade snow-filled wonders of Assault on the Control Room, complete with brand new gameplay enhancements like vehicle boarding and an expanded arsenal, in the full pre-release playthrough embedded above.



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In this mission, the Master Chief and Cortana make a daring aerial insertion into an underground Forerunner installation in search of the control room that governs Alpha Halo. There, they may just discover something pivotal about this mysterious ringworld.



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<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order the Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved</a> and get the Foundry Armor Pack and up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026. Halo: Campaign Evolved launches July 28, 2026.

Mutinous Core

First Look: Assault on the Control Room | Halo: Campaign Evolved

We’re excited to showcase the story of Halo: Campaign Evolved, a faithfully reforged yet modernized tribute to one of gaming’s greatest journeys. Whether you’re a brand-new player jumping into Halo for the first time or a longtime series veteran, Halo: Campaign Evolved delivers the story that started it all brought to life like never before along with brand new additions and surprises.



Halo: Campaign Evolved releases July 28, 2026, for XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam, with early access beginning July 23, 2026. <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-campaign-evolved/buy">Pre-order now.</a>



Today’s story reveal trailer is a cinematic introduction to the world of Halo and the campaign that started it all. It is also our first look at Halo gameplay captured on a PS5 Pro. 



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<a href="https://youtu.be/0MxBFXH2a_U?si=y5dN14AlC-SjAPBg">Click to watch on YouTube</a>



After the destruction of the human colony world of Reach, Master Chief John-117 and the crew of the UNSC Pillar of Autumn have crash-landed on a mysterious ring world known as Halo. Accompanied by the AI construct Cortana and surrounded by the overwhelming alien forces of the Covenant, the SPARTAN-II super-soldier soon uncovers a deadly secret that could threaten all life in the galaxy.



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Completely rebuilt with high-definition visuals, enhanced cinematics, and refined gameplay, Halo: Campaign Evolved enriches the timeless story of Halo: Combat Evolved with <a href="https://aka.ms/HCENew">three new missions</a>, a broader arsenal of weapons and vehicles, dangerous new enemies, and more gameplay-modifying Skulls than ever before.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">BETTER TOGETHER</h2>



For the first time in Halo history, Halo: Campaign Evolved introduces four-player network co-op cross-play between XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and PC. Seamlessly squad up and experience the legendary story together with friends, no matter where they’re playing.



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Console versions of Halo: Campaign Evolved also support two-player split-screen for fully immersive nostalgia. Conquer all 13 missions from the “classically evolved” confines of your favorite couch on both XBOX Series X|S and PlayStation®5 consoles.



And, for the first time in the series, new armor customization can be utilized in co-op games to personalize and differentiate Spartans on the battlefield.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PRE-ORDER BONUSES</h2>



Pre-order any edition of Halo: Combat Evolved and get the Foundry Armory Pack, a special customization bundle featuring armor and weapon skins for use in the campaign. Kick it old school with the throwback lo-fi classic 2001 Mark V armor and Assault Rifle Skin.



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<ul>
<li>Classic 2001 Armor Skin </li>



<li>Classic 2001 Assault Rifle Weapon Skin </li>



<li>Gilded Onyx Armor Style </li>



<li>Milestone Assault Rifle Weapon Style </li>
</ul>



If you pre-order the Digital Premium Edition or physical Collector’s Edition, you’ll also enjoy up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026. 



<a href="https://aka.ms/BuyNow">Pre-order Halo: Campaign Evolved now.</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PREMIUM EDITION PERKS</h2>



The Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved includes all of the above pre-order bonus content plus the Alpha Halo Armory Pack, Art of Halo: Campaign Evolved digital artbook, Halo: Hungry Buzzards digital short story by Troy Denning, and a digital game manual based on the original manual released with Halo: Combat Evolved. 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">COLLECTOR’S EDITION</h2>



The Halo: Campaign Evolved Collector’s Edition is the ultimate nostalgia-inducing launch kit for diehard Halo fans. In addition to all the Premium Edition perks detailed above, the Collector’s Edition includes: 



<ul>
<li>XBOX Series X and PlayStation®5 Collector’s Editions include Halo: Campaign Evolved physical game disc and Premium Edition Upgrade voucher code</li>



<li>Steam Collector’s Edition includes Halo: Campaign Evolved – Premium Edition voucher code (includes single code for base game and Premium Edition Upgrade content)</li>



<li>Collectible SteelBook®</li>



<li>12” Master Chief Statue by Dark Horse</li>



<li>LED Replica of Cortana’s Data Chip</li>



<li>Three (3) 11×17” prints of Halo: Campaign Evolved concept art</li>



<li>Physical manual modeled on the original Halo: Combat Evolved game manual</li>
</ul>



<a href="https://shop.xboxgamestudios.com/products/halo-campaign-evolved-collectors-edition" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pre-order the Collector’s Edition</a> and get the Foundry Armory Pack and up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026. 



Available in limited supplies. 



Important Information:  



Americas packaging localized in English, French Canadian, and Spanish only. EMEA and APAC packaging localized in English, French, and German only. 



Halo: Campaign Evolved launches globally on July 28, 2026 at 8 AM PDT (July 29 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets). Early Access begins July 23 at 8 AM PDT (July 24 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets). 



Collector’s Edition will be available for purchase in the following regions: 



<ul>
<li>North America: United States, Canada, Mexico </li>



<li>South America: Argentina, Chile </li>



<li>Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom </li>



<li>Oceania: Australia, New Zealand </li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NEW INFO DROPPING SOON</h2>



This year, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Halo: Combat Evolved we’re thrilled to go back to where it all began and welcome a new generation of fans with the launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved next month. 



To learn more about this modern remake, check out last year’s Halo Studios Roundtable Reveal to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-tXi1NC_aU">hear more directly from the development team</a>.    To learn more about the 3 brand new missions, check out the official New Mission Reveal Trailer from the XBOX Showcase. 



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Stay tuned for more information about gameplay-modifying Skulls and Campaign Remix, and more.



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<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEPressKit">Download the Halo: Campaign Evolved press kit here.</a>



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Pre-order the <a href="https://shop.xboxgamestudios.com/products/halo-campaign-evolved-collectors-edition" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Collector’s Edition</a> or Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved and get the Foundry Armory Pack and up to 5 days early-access play starting July 23, 2026. Halo: Campaign Evolved launches July 28, 2026.

Story Reveal | Halo: Campaign Evolved

Today at XBOX Games Showcase 2026, we announced a release date of July 28, 2026, shared the first details about the Premium & Collector’s Editions, and unveiled a first look at Operation: METEORITE, a new, three-mission adventure available only in Halo: Campaign Evolved.



Halo: Campaign Evolved releases July 28, 2026, on XBOX Series X|S, Steam, and PlayStation®5, with early access beginning July 23, 2026. <a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order now.</a>



Watch the Operation: METEORITE reveal below, and read on for more highlights from XBOX Games Showcase 2026. For even more details on the Premium and Collector’s Editions, check out the Halo: Campaign Evolved Pre-Order Bonuses and Editions Blog.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">OPERATION: METEORITE</h2>



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Sneak into a Covenant science fair in Operation: METEORITE.



Before the events of Halo: Combat Evolved, these all-new, action-packed missions follow the Master Chief and his most stalwart ally, Sgt. Major Avery Johnson, as they encounter new threats, new allies, and untold surprises aboard a Covenant vessel.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PRE-ORDER BONUSES</h2>



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Pre-order any edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved to receive the Foundry Armory Pack, a customization bundle featuring Mark V Mjolnir armor and weapon skins.



<ul>
<li>Classic 2001 Armor Skin</li>



<li>Classic 2001 Assault Rifle Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Gilded Onyx Armor Style</li>



<li>Milestone Assault Rifle Weapon Style</li>
</ul>



Pre-orders for the Digital Premium Edition and Collector’s Edition also include up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026.



<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order Halo: Campaign Evolved now.</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PREMIUM EDITION PERKS</h2>



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The Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved includes all the above pre-order bonus content, the Alpha Halo Armory Pack, and the Digital Story & Art Collection:



<ul>
<li>Alpha Halo Armory Pack: Includes five Armor Skins and six Weapon Skins for the Master Chief.</li>



<li>Art of Halo: Campaign Evolved Digital Artbook: Featuring concepts, character designs, and environments from Halo: Campaign Evolved, this art collection reveals how Halo Studios developers attentively reimagined the original vision of Halo: Combat Evolved.</li>



<li>Halo: Hungry Buzzards Digital Short Story: Written by award-winning author Troy Denning, Halo: Hungry Buzzards is an essential companion piece to Operation: METEORITE, a new three-mission adventure available only in Halo: Campaign Evolved.</li>



<li>Digital Game Manual: Featuring updated gameplay information, controls, and background lore, this lovingly crafted, modern homage to the original Halo: Combat Evolved game manual is a nostalgic companion for longtime fans and a helpful introductory guide for Halo newcomers.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1545" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo: Hungry Buzzards cover art" class="wp-image-167452" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-300x181.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-1024x618.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-768x464.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-1536x927.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-2048x1236.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/04_HCE_NewMissionBlog_HungryBuzzards_Cover_NoCrop-1568x947.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Halo: Hungry Buzzards cover art</figcaption></figure>



Immerse yourself in the world of Halo: Campaign Evolved with the Digital Premium Edition’s customization skins and a curated collection of universe and story essentials.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">COLLECTOR’S EDITION</h2>



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The Halo: Campaign Evolved Collector’s Edition is the ultimate nostalgia-inducing launch kit for diehard Halo fans. In addition to all the Premium Edition perks detailed above, the Collector’s Edition includes: 



<ul>
<li>XBOX Series X|S and PlayStation®5 Collector’s Editions include a Halo: Campaign Evolved physical game disc and Premium Edition Upgrade voucher code</li>



<li>Steam Collector’s Edition includes Halo: Campaign Evolved – Premium Edition voucher code (includes single code for base game and Premium Edition Upgrade content) </li>



<li>Collectible SteelBook® </li>



<li>12” Master Chief Statue by Dark Horse </li>



<li>LED Replica of Cortana’s Data Chip </li>



<li>Three (3) 11×17” prints of Halo: Campaign Evolved concept art </li>



<li>Physical manual modeled on the original Halo: Combat Evolved game manual </li>
</ul>



Pre-order the Collector’s Edition now and get the Foundry Armory Pack and up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026. Available in limited supply at the <a href="https://shop.xboxgamestudios.com/products/halo-campaign-evolved-collectors-edition" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">XBOX Game Studios Gear Shop.</a> 



Important Information:  



Americas packaging localized in English, French Canadian, and Spanish only. EMEA and APAC packaging localized in English, French, and German only. 



Halo: Campaign Evolved launches globally on July 28, 2026 at 8 AM PDT (July 29 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets). Early Access begins July 23 at 8 AM PDT (July 24 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets). 



Collector’s Edition will be available for purchase in the following regions: 



<ul>
<li>North America: United States, Canada, Mexico </li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>South America: Argentina, Chile </li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom  </li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Oceania: Australia, New Zealand </li>
</ul>



<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order now!</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">RETURN TO THE RING</h2>



This year, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Halo: Combat Evolved we’re thrilled to go back to where it all began and welcome a new generation of fans with the launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved next month.



To learn more about this modern remake, <a href="https://youtu.be/e-tXi1NC_aU?si=o7tUyDIyYikfK2kD">check out last year’s Halo Studios Roundtable Reveal</a> to hear more directly from the development team.   Stay tuned to Halo Waypoint and @Halo on your favorite social platforms for more information about gameplay-modifying Skulls and Campaign Remix, Co-Op, and more.



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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://aka.ms/HCEPressKit"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshot of (from left to right) two Grunts, a Prophet, an Elite, and a Jackal." class="wp-image-167635" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/HCE_NewMission_Cinematic12-1920x1080-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEPressKit">Click here (or the image above) to download the press kit today!</a>

Return to the ring on July 28, 2026

New Missions Reveal Trailer | Halo: Campaign Evolved

Following our exciting new mission reveal at the XBOX Showcase, the time has come to officially unveil all the pre-order bonuses and exciting content available with physical and digital editions of Halo: Campaign Evolved.



Halo: Campaign Evolved launches on XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and Steam on July 28, 2026, with early access beginning July 23, 2026 – <a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-Order now!</a> Update June 8, 2026: The Collector’s Edition is sold out. 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080.jpg" alt="Image of table of contents for the standard, premium, and collector’s edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved in physical and digital formats." class="wp-image-167792" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/SKUBlog_Inline_Table_Detailed-R02_1920x1080-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080.jpg" alt="Image of the Halo: Campaign Evolved pre-order bonus, the Foundry Pack." class="wp-image-167368" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/06/02_HCE_NewMissionBlog_PreOrderBonus_1920x1080-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Pre-order any edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved to unlock the Foundry Armory Pack, a customization bundle featuring armor and weapon skins for use in the Campaign.



<ul>
<li>Classic 2001 Armor Skin</li>



<li>Classic 2001 Assault Rifle Skin</li>



<li>Gilded Onyx Armor Style</li>



<li>Milestone Assault Rifle Weapon Style</li>
</ul>



Featuring retro designs inspired by the Master Chief’s iconic look and signature weapon from Halo: Combat Evolved, along with legendary skins inspired by Forerunners and starry nights, the Foundry Armory Pack offers essential Spartan gear for returning heroes and newcomers alike.



EARLY ACCESS STARTS JULY 23



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Pre-order the physical Collector’s Edition or Digital Premium Edition and get up to five days of early-access play starting July 23, 2026.



<a href="https://aka.ms/HCEBuyNow">Pre-order Halo: Campaign Evolved now.</a>



ALPHA HALO ARMORY PACK



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Purchase the Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved to wage war with six additional Weapon Skins and five intimidating Armor Skins for the Master Chief.



<ul>
<li>Splintered Warden Armor Skin</li>



<li>Subanese Fang Energy Sword Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Lochagos Armor Skin</li>



<li>Laconian Lance Battle Rifle Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Mobile Armor Type 117 Armor Skin</li>



<li>Proto Type SPNKr Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Timberwolf Armor Skin</li>



<li>Savage Tooth Sniper Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Gestalt Armor Skin</li>



<li>Colossus Fuel Rod Cannon Weapon Skin</li>



<li>Cold Iron Magnum Weapon Skin (the personal sidearm of Captain Keyes)</li>
</ul>



Equip these Skins from the Customization menu for use in Halo: Campaign Evolved while playing solo or co-op.



DIGITAL PREMIUM PERKS



The Digital Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved includes the Alpha Halo Armory Pack, and the following Digital Story & Art Collection:



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<ul>
<li>Art of Halo: Campaign Evolved Digital Artbook: Featuring concepts, character designs, and environments from Halo: Campaign Evolved, this art collection reveals how Halo Studios developers attentively reimagined the original vision of Halo: Combat Evolved.</li>



<li>Halo: Hungry Buzzards Digital Short Story: Written by award-winning author Troy Denning, Halo: Hungry Buzzards is an essential companion piece to Operation: METEORITE, a new three-mission adventure available only in Halo: Campaign Evolved.</li>



<li>Digital Game Manual: Featuring updated gameplay information, controls, and background lore, this lovingly crafted, modern homage to the original Halo: Combat Evolved game manual is a nostalgic companion for longtime fans and a helpful introductory guide for Halo newcomers.</li>
</ul>



The Digital Premium Edition invites you to immerse yourself in the world of Halo: Campaign Evolved with customization skins and a curated collection of universe and story essentials.



COLLECTIBLES EVOLVED



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Update June 8, 2026: The Collector’s Edition is sold out. Featuring a limited-edition statue, art prints, and other physical memorabilia, the Halo: Campaign Evolved Collector’s Edition is the ultimate nostalgia-inducing launch kit for diehard Halo fans from the legendary era of discs and LAN parties.



The Collector’s Edition includes:



<ul>
<li>XBOX Series X and PlayStation®5 Collector’s Editions include a Halo: Campaign Evolved physical game disc and Premium Edition Upgrade voucher code</li>



<li>Steam Collector’s Edition includes Halo: Campaign Evolved – Premium Edition voucher code (includes single code for base game and Premium Edition Upgrade content)</li>



<li>Collectible SteelBook®</li>



<li>12” Master Chief Statue by Dark Horse</li>



<li>LED Replica of Cortana’s Data Chip</li>



<li>Three (3) 11×17” prints of Halo: Campaign Evolved concept art</li>



<li>Physical manual modeled on the original Halo: Combat Evolved game manual</li>
</ul>



Important Information:



* Americas packaging localized in English, French Canadian, and Spanish only. EMEA and APAC packaging localized in English, French, and German only.



Halo: Campaign Evolved launches globally on July 28, 2026 at 8 AM PDT (July 29 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets). Early Access begins July 23 at 8 AM PDT (July 24 in Japan and select Asia-Pacific markets).



Collector’s Edition will be available for purchase in the following regions:



<ul>
<li>North America: United States, Canada, Mexico</li>



<li>South America: Argentina, Chile</li>



<li>Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom</li>



<li>Oceania: Australia, New Zealand</li>
</ul>



GAME PASS DAY 1



Starting July 28, 2026, Halo: Campaign Evolved will be available to select Game Pass subscribers (Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass) as a day-one release.



Digital editions of Halo: Campaign Evolved feature XBOX Play Anywhere support to carry progression, saves, and customization between Windows PCs and XBOX Series X|S consoles.



Owners of the Digital Standard Edition or Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers may upgrade to the Digital Premium Edition for only $20.00 (USD, price varies by region). Pre-order the Digital Premium Upgrade.



MORE INFO COMING SOON



In case you missed it, check out the New Mission Reveal Trailer for a closer look at the all-new Master Chief and Sgt. Major Johnson adventure, <a href="https://youtu.be/e-tXi1NC_aU?si=o7tUyDIyYikfK2kD">and the Roundtable Reveal</a> to learn more about the game from the team at Halo Studios.



Stay tuned for more info on Halo: Campaign Evolved coming soon!

See the Collector’s Edition, Digital Premium Edition, and more

Pre-Order Bonuses and Editions | Halo: Campaign Evolved

Halo25Together

As part of Halo’s <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25Launch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">25th anniversary celebration</a>, we’re inviting Halo fans from around the world to share favorite memories and vote on community polls in our <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/1464409121209188466" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Halo Discord server</a>. Follow @Halo on social media to join the fun! 



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Each month of #Halo25Together has revealed another thread in Halo’s tapestry: from unforgettable campaign moments to the dream teams that carried us through the toughest fights. May continues that journey by focusing on the iconic phrases that became part of our shared language. 



Before reviewing the latest results, take this month’s 25 question quiz designed to put your knowledge of Halo quips and quotes to the test!



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">To Arms</h2>



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<a href="https://x.com/spartan_cassius/status/2056753030603670014">Art by @spartan_cassius</a>



Unsurprisingly, Chief’s declaration of requiring arms comes in guns blazing. But hey, if you found yourself on Cairo Station facing the Covenant, you would probably say, “I need a weapon” too! 



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ballistics Bricks</h2>



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<a href="https://x.com/CoolGHudson/status/2024948600157909133">Art by @CoolGHudson</a>



Only in Halo can a chunk of masonry achieve unexpected aerodynamics and become a community legend. All the heroics, feats of physics, and improbable odds stacked against Chief when he was returning the Covenant’s bomb and Johnson just drops the epic line: 



“For a brick he flew pretty good!”  



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">LL Cool J(ohnson)</h2>



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<a href="https://x.com/JackieHernndez6/status/2033909885742592349">Art by @JackieHernndez6</a>



Some girls like chocolate, some girls like diamonds, other girls like tanks. If you truly need to know what the ladies like, just dial up everyone’s favorite Sarge, he’ll set you right. 



How do we know that? In Sgt Maj Johnson’s own words,  



“I know what the ladies like” 



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Say Less (or More…)</h2>



And now, some words on clips and phrases from the <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">official Halo Discord</a>!



<ul>
<li>Prime: Tank beats everything!!</li>



<li>Senabunn: i use “were it so easy” regularly in my day-to-day life</li>



<li>Autistimus Prime, Reptile God: “If you ever fall for a lady rookie, make sure she’s got balls” Sgt. Edward Buck</li>



<li>Volt: “I’ve got a bad feeling about this…”</li>



<li>TrainedEye3461: Literally anything Escharum says, I love all of his lines so much.</li>



<li>Demi-Demon: “A collection of lies, that is all I am. Stolen thoughts and memories.”</li>



<li>Blacklight: WORT WORT WORT!</li>



<li>Shawn Frost: “To give the covenant back their bomb”</li>



<li>zany: KEEP IT CLEAN!!!!</li>



<li>Serpico: Wake me, when you need me.</li>



<li>Shade Sensei: “Incoming. Looks like you really pissed them off.” -Jun</li>



<li>Aegisfate: “Boo!” – MC</li>



<li>zany (again): Also “Troopers, we are dropping into hell! Time to grow a pair!” (yes ODST is my favorite game 🥹)</li>



<li>Blacklight: “I Know What The Ladies Like.”</li>



<li>Kewl Kiwi: “Five years – five long years. That’s how long it took us to get Harvest back” – Captain Cutter</li>



<li>Epoch: “Men, we led those dumb bugs out to the middle of nowhere to keep ’em from gettin’ their filthy claws on Earth. But, we stumbled onto somethin’ they’re so hot for, that they’re scramblin’ over each other to get it. Well, I don’t care if it’s God’s own anti-son-of-a-bitch machine, or a giant hula hoop, we’re not gonna let ’em have it! What we will let ’em have is a belly full of lead, and a pool of their own blood to drown in! Am I right, Marines?” That or “You know the music, time to dance”</li>



<li>Se ‘Graevum: “Hey demon! The jerk store called, they’re all out of you.”</li>



<li>Jtflorencio6: </li>



<li>“So sad… He’s broken… You’ll break too… And soon… you’ll meet your end… Say goodbye…” Jega ‘Rdomnai 🖤❤️</li>



<li>ImSquanchN: You better get it together, Marine, or the Chief’ll reach down and pull you inside out by your corn hole. And that’ll be a sweet, sweet mercy… compared to what I’m gonna do to you – SGT Johnson</li>



<li>toraleigh, warm agony: i’m surprised nobody’s mentioned sandwich marine from reach. she’s my honourable mention</li>



<li>stckr: “For a brick, he flew pretty good” – always gets me. I use this multiple times a month 😂 “I thought you’d be taller” – this makes me giggle to no end, people take it way too seriously Special shout out to my man Fernando Esparza, too. Particularly, “Yep. This is death!”</li>



<li>Fracture: “You’re undressing me with your eyes aren’t you? You sick freak”</li>



<li>Dilfix: “Take my advice, Rookie. You ever fall for a woman? Make sure she’s got balls.” GSgt Edward Buck</li>



<li>Jixel: “I need a medic! Preferably a female one”</li>



<li>Almond: This is the greatest survey. Cant wait to see the end results. Johnson’s H2 “two sticks and a stone”</li>



<li>Linken: “Relax. I’d rather not piss this thing off.”</li>



<li>bomb: “I’m ready! How ’bout you?!”</li>



<li>parall4x: “… But you belong to Reach. Your body, your armor – all burned and turned to glass. Everything… except your courage. That, you gave to us…” Wets my eyes every time.</li>



<li>Wade_Weinhmann: “The Great Journey waits for no one, brother. Not even you.”</li>



<li>3D MONKE: ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE</li>



<li>Chak ‘Lok: “Welcome to my Tower, Master Chief. It is where you will be broken. It is where you will give up your secrets.” Best Quote 🤌🤌</li>



<li>Requiem: “We all fail. We all make mistakes. That’s what makes us Human.”</li>



<li>Lexicon: “Kill me or release me, parasite, but do not waste my time with talk.”</li>



<li>Jethro the Were-Possum: “The Great Journey waits for no one brother, not even you.”</li>
</ul>



That’s a wrap on May’s #Halo25Together blog! Thank you all for participating and chiming in with your favorite words that echo across the galaxy. 



We’ll be back in June with a new topic which means more trivia to test your knowledge, a new poll, and more. Stay tuned!



All year long, we’ll be inviting Halo fans to share their favorite Halo memories, celebrate Halo’s iconic legacy, and vote on community polls to help us tell the whole Halo story.



Whether you’re a battle-hardened Spartan or a Halo rookie, we hope you’ll join the fun by sharing your Halo story through our <a href="http://aka.ms/Halo25TogetherMemories">official submission form</a>, on social media using hashtag #Halo25Together, in our <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/1464409121209188466">official Discord server</a>, or on <a href="https://reddit.com/r/halo">r/Halo</a> with the #Halo25Together tag.

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Anniversary Angle: Quips & Quotes

Canon Fodder

Fiction

Alex Wakeford

Issue 169

Canon Fodder: Midnight Oil

Your Halo Story: Chapter 6

Halo Fest

Welcome back Halo fans! Since December we’ve been delivering news about Halo Fest and what you all can get excited about. If you’re new here, don’t worry we’ve got you covered:



<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-march">March Update</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-february">February Update</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-january">January Update</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-december">December Update</a></li>
</ul>



Alright, let’s jump in since we’ve got big news to share today!



Here’s the TL;DR for those too eager to read on:



<ul>
<li>Special Guests: The voices of the Master Chief and Cortana, Steve Downes and Jen Taylor will be joining us.</li>



<li>We’ve moved buildings within the Seattle Convention Center for more space. Bigger venue = more activations and also some more tickets!</li>



<li>Small batch of tickets releases on June 9 @ <a href="https://halofest.com/tickets">halofest.com/tickets</a></li>
</ul>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">SPECIAL GUESTS</h1>



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25 years ago, two people named Steve Downes and Jen Taylor jumped into a studio booth to record voices for an upcoming game named Halo: Combat Evolved. Little did any of us know, this game, these voices, and those characters in the Master Chief and Cortana, would leave a permanent mark in the hearts of millions of people around the world and on the entertainment industry itself.



This year is important for the franchise because of the game that started it all, the release of the remake in Halo: Campaign Evolved, and of course this event in Halo Fest where we get together and celebrate as a community.



And so with that, we’re thrilled to confirm that both Steve Downes, the voice of the Master Chief and Jen Taylor, the voice of Cortana will both be joining us at Halo Fest.



For Halo Fest, Steve and Jen will be spending as much time as possible with the community so expect meet and greets, signings, and photo ops through the weekend. We will share their detailed schedule later this fall ahead of the big event.



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TICKETING & VENUE UPDATE</h1>



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After building HaloWC each year and growing our attendance, we set a lofty goal of making Halo Fest double the size of HaloWC and the community has blown away our expectations. We did not think there was a real chance it would sell out this far ahead of the actual event.



The demand from this community has been incredible, and we want to meet it. To do that, we’re moving Halo Fest to a bigger venue. We’ve worked closely with the city of Seattle and have decided to relocate from the Summit building of the Seattle Convention Center to its next-door neighbor, the Arch building. If the Arch sounds familiar, it’s because it’s where HaloWC has been held each year. However, that was in just one of the halls. Halo Fest will be held in all of the major halls that the venue has to offer making it nearly twice the size of HaloWC 2025.



A bigger venue means a better Halo Fest. We’ll be able to include more activations and space for attendees to enjoy the weekend – and it also means more of you.



Because of the additional space, we’re also able to sell more tickets starting on June 9 at 10AM PT at <a href="https://halofest.com/tickets">halofest.com/tickets</a>.



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">CONCLUSION</h1>



We are very grateful that Halo has such an amazing community and it’s a privilege for us to host an event such as Halo Fest where all of you can share your love and passion for Halo. Thank you to everyone who has made plans to attend, we can’t wait to see you in December!



Thanks,



Tashi

Tashi

Halo Fest – Special Guests, Bigger Venue, More Tix! (May Update)

Waypoint Chronicles

Coinciding nicely with the launch of <a href="http://aka.ms/WaypointChronicles">Halo: Waypoint Chronicles – Volume One</a>, our latest episode of Spartan Chatter featured none other than Senior Franchise Story Lead Jeff Easterling and Franchise Writer Alex Wakeford, and it was an absolute treat!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">Chronicle compilation</h2>



From initial inception to published work, we set out to learn how this dynamic duo brought this anthology to life. (It all started with Halo 4‘s tenth anniversary if you’re wondering!) From there, the Waypoint Chronicles project blossomed into a vehicle to continue telling the story past the launch of Halo Infinite and more.



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Today, it is a full fledged novel with all the previously released Chronicles included, and ten brand-new never before seen stories. Additionally, the audio book is comprised of a rich cast of talent from well known voice actors to Halo community members using their skills to bring the stories to life.



<a href="https://aka.ms/WaypointChronicles">Pick up your copy from Simon & Schuster today!</a>



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Spartan Chatter is an audio series, a podcast if you will, hosted on our <a href="https://wordpress.admin.halowaypoint.com/article/halo-outcasts-spartan-chatter/discord.gg/Halo">official Halo Discord</a> which brings members of the studio together to discuss all things Halo with a live audience.



You can find previous episodes of Spartan Chatter on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SWLEPaTx4c&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-">YouTube channel’s Podcasts page</a> and on our Discord server.