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Halo: Campaign Evolved


<p>In response to player feedback, we’ve deployed a new update for <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> that features new video settings for Chromatic Aberration and Film Grain, refined combat against Jackals, improved keyboard control binding, and many more quality-of-life fixes!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Updates and Improvements</strong></h2>



<p>Today’s comprehensive update includes commonly requested video settings, a fix for custom keyboard configurations, updated ally and enemy behavior, and more.</p>



<p>Here are just a few of the more obvious enhancements you should notice after updating:</p>



<ul>
<li>New togglable video setting: Chromatic Aberration</li>



<li>New togglable video setting: Film Grain</li>



<li>Mouse and keyboard control bindings will now save without reverting.</li>



<li>Players using Active Camo will remain cloaked more consistently.</li>



<li>Jackal hit registration has been improved. Firing through the weapon port of Jackal Shields now consistently causes enemies to stagger.</li>



<li>Mouse and keyboard control performance has been refined on consoles. Firing performance should feel more responsive.</li>



<li>Fixed an issue where UNSC Marines and Flood-infested Marines could not fire Assault Rifles with the Magnified Skull enabled.</li>



<li>Implemented fixes to Sgt. Johnson’s behavior in “Boarding Action” (Mission 1 of Operation: METEORITE) that could prevent mission progression.</li>



<li>Additional stability and performance improvements.</li>
</ul>



<p>And we’re just getting started! Check out the latest <strong><a href="https://aka.ms/HaloCEUpdate">Halo Support patch notes</a></strong> for more details on everything that comes with today’s update.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Free Armor Style Unlocks</strong></h2>



<p>To thank our community for providing such excellent feedback since launch, we’re proud to unveil a new free Armor Style unlock for all <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> players!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint.jpg" alt="Recompilation Armor Style. Redeem at Halo Waypoint dotcom with code ZS75-7UM8-C2BL-JE3D-4BFZ." class="wp-image-172455" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/08/HCE-Recompilation-Promo_Code-16x9-Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Explore the unknowable with the <strong><a href="https://aka.ms/Recompilation">Recompilation Armor Style</a></strong>, the perfect avatar for heroes returning from the age of analog. Click the above link to redeem this all-new Armor Style, and then log into <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> to equip it in the Customization menu.</p>



<p>If you haven’t already unlocked the free <strong><a href="https://aka.ms/SandstoneAncient">Sandstone Ancient</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://aka.ms/DamascusPrototype">Damascus Prototype</a></strong> Armor Styles revealed at launch, click the links in this paragraph to redeem their codes on Halo Waypoint and add these elevated outfits to your campaign couture.</p>



<p>Update and play now to equip the Recompilation, Sandstone Ancient, or Damascus Prototype Armor Styles on your next outing!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Thank You for Your Support</strong></h2>



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<p>Whether you dropped in during Early Access or just started campaigning, we’re so grateful to everyone who has joined the fight for humanity in <em><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-campaign-evolved/buy">Halo: Campaign Evolved</a></em>. The Halo community’s thoughtful feedback and enthusiasm have always proven invaluable, and we’re humbled by your continued support.</p>



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<p><em><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-campaign-evolved/buy">Purchase the Digital Premium Edition</a> of </em>Halo: Campaign Evolved<em> to unlock the Alpha Halo Armory Pack and exclusive digital essentials from the Halo universe.</em></p>


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Anniversary Angle: Worthiest Weapons


<p>To celebrate the release of <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>, we’re unveiling new additions to our Silver Anniversary Creator Bundle, including stream-ready graphics, overlays, and emotes.</p>



<p>Treat your subs to Alpha Halo aesthetics with a new webcam border, lobby screen, on-screen alerts, an animated transition of the legendary ring itself, and 14 all-new Halo reacts for your streams and communities.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample.jpg" alt="A streamer in a Master Chief helmet shows off their new Halo-ring stream lobby background." class="wp-image-171411" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_LobbySceneExample-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/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes.jpg" alt="Creator Bundle 2. An array of new Halo-themed emotes." class="wp-image-171383" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_JulyUpdate_Emotes-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25CreatorBundle">Download the updated Silver Anniversary Creator Bundle.</a></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Creator Guide</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped.jpg" alt="A streamer using the new Halo-themed webcam border plays Halo: Campaign Evolved. A donation alert appears overlaid on the game footage." class="wp-image-171369" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/CreatorBundle_Alert_Example_cropped-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>New to streaming? Check out our <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25CreatorBlog">content creator guide</a> to learn how to incorporate visual assets from the Silver Anniversary Creator Bundle into your streaming setup.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Community Hub</strong></h2>



<p>Don’t forget to bookmark the <a href="https://www.aka.ms/Halo25Together">Silver Anniversary Community Hub</a> for all the latest updates from our 25th anniversary celebration.</p>



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<p><em>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.</em></p>



<p><em>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></em> <em>with the #Halo25Together tag.</em></p>


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Halo Fest


<p>Welcome back, Halo fans! If you’ve managed to put down the controller from your Campaign Evolved playthrough to read this blog we say thank you for playing and thank you for reading! In case you’re new here, you can see all the prior blogs you may have missed: </p>



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



<li><strong><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-fest-may">May Update</a></strong></li>



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



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



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



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



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>FORGE CONTEST REMINDER</strong></h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-166358" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/05/HaloFest-Forge-Submit-Now-16x9-FORGEHUB.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Before we jump into the news, a reminder for those participating in the ForgeHub Halo Fest contest: the submission deadline is August 10!</p>



<p>You can read more about it at <strong><a href="https://www.forgehub.com/events/contests/12634">ForgeHub.com</a></strong>:</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OPEN COMPETITION</strong></h1>



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<p>Let’s play Halo! Earlier this year we announced that $50,000 will be up for grabs in open tournaments for fans to compete over and today we’re providing a breakdown of what to expect. Like with fans of Lore, there are also competitive fans who love to watch and compete, and we wanted to make sure they had a place in the venue they could call home as well while providing opportunities for anyone to play Halo and win prizes! </p>



<p>Here are the featured Open Competitions taking place at Halo Fest:</p>



<ul>
<li>Halo Infinite: 4v4 – $20,000</li>



<li>Halo Infinite: FFA – $10,000</li>



<li>Halo Infinite: 2v2 – $3,500</li>



<li>Halo 5: Guardians: 2v2 – $2,500</li>



<li>Halo 3: 4v4 – $2,750</li>



<li>Halo 3: 2v2 – $3,500</li>



<li>Halo 2: 4v4 – $2,750</li>



<li>Halo: CE: 2v2 – $2,500</li>
</ul>



<p>These tournaments are all free to enter for all attendees.</p>



<p>One thing we want to touch on specifically was the Halo Infinite 4v4. If you’ve competed at HCS events, typically Open Brackets of that magnitude require the purchase of a team pass to enter the tournament. Considering Halo Fest sold out before this information released, we’ve decided to open up 16 team passes for the HCS community to secure ahead of the event. The Team Passes won’t go on sale until November, but today we’re sharing more information about how they will be sold.</p>



<p>It’s important to us that these team passes are for the competitive community specifically, and not for GA fans who missed out on getting GA tickets and are now looking for ways to just get into Halo Fest with no interest in competing in this 4v4. Each team pass will allow entry for 4 competitors and 1 coach into Halo Fest.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-1024x576.png" alt="Team Gen G celebrating a win at the HCS Arlington Major" class="wp-image-135825" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Open-Featured.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Here’s how it will work:</p>



<ul>
<li>Team Passes will be sold in November, 4-6 weeks before the event.</li>



<li>Closer to Halo Fest, there will be a sign-up page where teams can register for Halo Fest. Teams will be invited to purchase a team pass in order of most HCS Points earned.</li>



<li>The team you sign up with will be considered your Halo Fest roster. Once a team purchases a Team Pass, that roster is considered locked.</li>



<li>We will go down the points list, team by team until Team Passes are sold out.</li>



<li>A Team Pass gives full access to Halo Fest, including competing in other open competitions in addition to the Halo Infinite 4v4.</li>



<li>Team Passes are not transferable.</li>
</ul>



<p>For more information, please keep it locked to <strong><a href="https://x.com/hcs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@HCS</a></strong> on socials and check out the competition page below!</p>





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



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<p>We’re just about 5 months away from the big celebration! While we still have some announcements we’re working on, you’ll soon start to see news in these blogs geared towards more informational details like schedules, how to watch online from home, onsite logistics, and more. Thanks everyone for your continued support of Halo!</p>



<p>Thanks,</p>



<p>Tashi</p>


Open Competition at Halo Fest (July Update)


<p>Halo Fest is a celebration of Halo competition at every level.</p>



<p>Whether you’re watching the world’s best teams compete or signing up to battle alongside friends, you’ll find everything you need to know about Halo Fest competitions right here!</p>



<p>Be sure to check back often for competition updates, and follow <strong><a href="https://x.com/hcs">@HCS</a></strong> on socials for the latest info.</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>CONTENTS</strong></h1>



<ul>
<li><strong><a href="#invitational">HCS Invitational</a></strong></li>



<li><strong><a href="#open">Open Competition</a></strong></li>



<li><strong><a href="#faq">FAQ</a></strong></li>
</ul>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="invitational"><strong>$150,000</strong> <strong>HCS INVITATIONAL</strong></h1>



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<p>The HCS Invitational brings together 8 of the world’s top Halo teams for an exclusive showcase at Halo Fest. Competing on the latest Halo Infinite HCS maps and modes, they’ll battle through group stage and a double-elimination bracket for their share of the $150,000 prize pool!</p>



<p>Teams will be selected through a direct invitation process, with invitations expected to be sent in the late Summer / early Fall. It’s not an exact science, and we won’t be using a points criteria. Our goal is to create a competitive spectacle that delivers epic entertainment for fans both in attendance and watching around the world.</p>



<p>Here are some of the factors we’ll be considering for invitations:</p>



<ul>
<li>HCS partnered teams that are still actively involved in the community/ecosystem.</li>



<li>Top pros or teams competing consistently (and performing well).</li>



<li>Positive contributors to the Halo community and franchise.</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>$150K HALO INFINITE 4V4 INVITATIONAL – PRIZE BREAKDOWN</strong></h3>



<ul>
<li>1st: $50,000</li>



<li>2nd: $25,000</li>



<li>3rd: $20,000</li>



<li>4th: $15,000</li>



<li>5-6: $12,000</li>



<li>7-8: $8,000</li>
</ul>



<p>Follow <strong><a href="https://x.com/hcs">@HCS</a></strong> on socials to stay up-to-date on the HCS Invitational.</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="open"><strong>OPEN COMPETITION</strong></h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-165471" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/03/Open-Bracket.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>The competition doesn’t stop with the HCS Invitational. Halo Fest will feature $50,000 in Open Competitions, giving attendees the chance to jump into the action across a variety of Halo titles and compete for cash prizes all weekend long.</p>



<p>Whether you’re teaming up with friends for Halo Infinite or revisiting classic Halo experiences, the Open Competitions are your opportunity to test your skills, meet fellow competitors, and become part of the Halo Fest celebration.</p>



<p>Here are the featured Open Competitions taking place at Halo Fest: </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-171218" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/Halo-Fest-Open-Competition-WAYPOINT.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Saturday – December 12</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Halo Infinite – Open 4v4</strong><br>– Prize Pool: $20,000<br>– Team Cap: 16<br>– Grand Finals on Sunday</td><td><strong>Halo: CE – 2v2<br></strong>– Prize Pool: $2,500<br>– Team Cap: 16</td><td><strong>Halo Infinite – 2v2<br></strong>– Prize Pool: $3,500<br>– Team Cap: 32</td><td><strong>Halo 3 – 4v4</strong><br>– Prize Pool: $2,750<br>– Team Cap: 8</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Sunday – December 13</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Halo Infinite – FFA<br></strong>– Prize Pool: $10,000<br>– Player Cap: 128</td><td><strong>Halo 2 – 4v4<br></strong>– Prize Pool: $2,750<br>– Team Cap: 8</td><td><strong>Halo 3 – 2v2<br></strong>– Prize Pool: $3,500<br>– Team Cap: 32</td><td><strong>Halo 5 – 2v2</strong><br>– Prize Pool: $2,500<br>– Team Cap:16</td><td><strong>Halo 2 – 2v2</strong><br>– Prize Pool: $2,500<br>– Team Cap:16</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p>As with previous HCS events, the Halo Infinite 4v4 Open Tournament will require a Team Pass to compete. Because Halo Fest sold out before<strong> </strong>Team Pass details were announced, we’re making 16 Team Passes available specifically for the competitive Halo community.</p>



<p>Each Team Pass includes admission to Halo Fest for (4) players and (1) coach, along with entry into the tournament. Team Passes will go on sale in November, and are intended for competitors looking to participate in the 4v4 – not as an alternative way to purchase general admission to Halo Fest.</p>



<p>Here’s how it will work:</p>



<ul>
<li>Team Passes will be sold in November, 4-6 weeks before the event.</li>



<li>Closer to Halo Fest, there will be a sign-up page where teams can register for Halo Fest. Teams will be invited to purchase a team pass in order of most HCS Points earned.</li>



<li>The team you sign up with will be considered your Halo Fest roster. Once a team purchases a Team Pass, that roster is considered locked.</li>



<li>We will go down the points list, team by team until Team Passes are sold out.</li>



<li>A Team Pass gives full access to Halo Fest, including competing in other open competitions in addition to the Halo Infinite 4v4.</li>



<li>Team Passes are not transferable.</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>$20K HALO INFINITE OPEN 4V4 – PRIZE BREAKDOWN</strong></h3>



<ul>
<li>1st: $6,000</li>



<li>2nd: $4,000</li>



<li>3rd: $3,000</li>



<li>4th: $2,200</li>



<li>5-6: $1,400</li>



<li>7-8: $1,000</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>$10K HALO INFINITE FFA – PRIZE BREAKDOWN</strong></h3>



<ul>
<li>1st: $3,000</li>



<li>2nd: $2,000</li>



<li>3rd: $1,250</li>



<li>4th: $1,000</li>



<li>5th: $850</li>



<li>6th: $750</li>



<li>7th: $650</li>



<li>8th: $500</li>
</ul>



<p>For more information, please keep it locked to <strong><a href="https://x.com/hcs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@HCS</a></strong> on socials!</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="faq">FAQ</h1>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Halo Infinite Open 4v4 </h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What events count toward Halo Fest Infinite Open 4v4 qualification?</strong></td><td>Global Grassroots Cup 1: 8/29 – 8/30<br>Global Grassroots Cup 2: 9/26 – 9/27<br>Global Grassroots Cup 3: 10/17 – 10/18<br> <br>DreamHack Birmingham & DreamHack Atlanta (points earned at these events will be decayed by 90%)<br> <br>These tournaments include HCS points and will have heavy influence on your ability to qualify for the Open 4v4.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Will DreamHack Birmingham and Atlanta points be decayed?</strong></td><td>Yes. We still want to reward participation and performances at Birmingham and Atlanta, but those events took place months before Halo Fest without any knowledge that they’d connect to Halo Fest in any way. The decay ensures they still have seeding impact, while making recent competitions the primary factor in Team Pass qualification.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>How will the Halo Fest Open 4v4 Registration page work?</strong></td><td>This page will be for roster declaration, seeded by most HCS points. The top 16 teams will be invited to purchase a Halo Fest Open 4v4 team pass. Registration does not guarantee a team pass – it simply determines invitation priority. All teams are encouraged to sign up as it is not guaranteed that the top 16 teams will purchase passes.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Where can I find the Halo Fest Open 4v4 Registration page?</strong></td><td><strong><a href="https://www.faceit.com/en/organizers/c96b93cb-c3cc-4956-8394-9ca9b4604e4b/HCS">FACEIT</a></strong>. More info on this will be shared later. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>When will the Halo Fest Open 4v4 Registration be?</strong></td><td>4-6 weeks before Halo Fest.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Can I change my roster after registering?</strong></td><td>No. If you purchase a team pass, the roster that you sign up with is considered locked and must be the roster you compete with at Halo Fest.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>What happens if a team does not purchase a pass within its invitation window?</strong></td><td>Once the top 16 teams have had the opportunity to purchase a team pass and there are still any available, an invitation to purchase will go to the next highest seeded team(s) on the registration page. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>When will the Halo Fest Infinite Open 4v4 take place?</strong></td><td>The tournament will begin on Saturday morning, December 12<sup>th</sup> and run throughout the entire day. The Grand Finals & Grand Finals Reset will be on Sunday morning, December 13<sup>th</sup>. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>What is the tournament format?</strong></td><td>16 team bracket. Best of 3 until Winners Finals / Elim Round 5 (best of 5).</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>


Tashi

Esports at Halo Fest 2026


<p>Return to the ring that started it all in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>, a faithful yet modernized remake of the legendary <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> campaign.</p>



<p>Featuring high-definition graphics, refined gameplay, enhanced cinematics, and fully rebuilt sound design, <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> honors and expands the Master Chief’s original adventure with cross-play co-op for up to four players, 42 game-changing Skulls, the all-new Campaign Remix mode, and three additional missions set before the events of <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em>. It’s the definitive tribute to one of gaming’s greatest journeys.</p>



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<iframe loading="lazy" title="Halo: Campaign Evolved | Launch Trailer" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5KhzCSeZxAU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div></figure>



<p>Crash-land into <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> in cross-play co-op for up to four players now. Available globally on XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation®5, Windows PC, and Steam.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Free Armor Style Unlocks</strong></h2>



<p>Planning a one-way trip to Alpha Halo? Be sure to up-armor with a variety of free Mark V Styles.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Silver Anniversary</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B.jpg" alt="Silver Anniversary Armor Style." class="wp-image-170868" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Celebrate 25 years of Halo with the <strong>Silver Anniversary </strong>Armor and Assault Rifle Styles, a free unlock for all <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> players. Find this commemorative combo in the Customization menu the first time you play.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Hidden Blade</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A.jpg" alt="Hidden Blade Armor Style." class="wp-image-171006" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-HiddenBlade-Promo-16x9-R01A-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Cut a precision figure with the <strong>Hidden Blade</strong> Armor Style, available exclusively as a Discord Quest reward now through August 3, 2026.</p>



<p>Simply log in to Discord, head to the Quests page, and watch the <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> game trailer from the Halo Quest to receive a personalized unlock code to <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/redeem">redeem on Halo Waypoint</a>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Damascus Prototype</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON.jpg" alt="Damascus Prototype Armor Style. Click on the link in copy to redeem the code on Halo Waypoint dot com." class="wp-image-171109" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-DamascusPrototype-PromoCOPY-16x9-PSON-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The undisputed king of couch co-op. Embrace your inner “X factor” with the <strong>Damascus Prototype</strong> Armor Style, available to all <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> players. Grab the code from the image above or <a href="https://aka.ms/DamascusPrototype">click this redemption link</a> to unlock it on Halo Waypoint!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Sandstone Ancient</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080.jpg" alt="Sandstone Ancient Armor Style. Click on the link in copy to redeem the code on Halo Waypoint dot com." class="wp-image-170928" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The patience of ancients is measured in drifting sands. All <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> players may contemplate the ages with the <strong>Sandstone Ancient</strong> Armor Style. Grab the code from the image above or <a href="https://aka.ms/SandstoneAncient">click this redemption link</a> to unlock it on Halo Waypoint!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Cinematic Showcase</strong></h2>



<p><em>Alert: spoilers inbound! If you don’t want to see all the story revelations and variant cutscenes in these official cutscene showcases, we recommend heading for those hills.</em></p>



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<iframe loading="lazy" title="Halo: Campaign Evolved | Original Missions - ALL Cinematics (Spoilers)" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vv6Uxi8UtC0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div></figure>



<p>Content creators and story lovers alike can relish in all of <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>’s in-game cutscenes—including difficulty-based variant scenes and Easter eggs—in a full, hour-long cinematic showcase.</p>



<p>When you’ve finished watching highlights from the remade <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> campaign, be sure to dive into the riveting story of Operation: METEORITE.</p>



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<iframe loading="lazy" title="Halo: Campaign Evolved | Operation: Meteorite - ALL Cinematics (Spoilers)" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2xY7MWwx3Co?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div></figure>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Accessibility Features</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Two-player console split-screen gameplay of Halo: Campaign Evolved. Each player's first-person field of view showcases different HUD placement options." class="wp-image-170854" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p><em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> invites heroes to defend humanity on their own terms, with their preferred play configurations. <a href="http://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50814875067028-Accessibility-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Customize your experience</a> with a wide range of accessibility settings, including input management, aim settings, custom control bindings, audio narration, HUD look and feel, UI language, menu animations, and much more.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Support Resources</strong></h2>



<p>Halo Support has prepared helpful guides to getting started in Halo: Campaign Evolved, including topics such as registering Microsoft accounts, adding cross-platform friends to your XBOX friends list, optimizing PC performance, and more!</p>



<ul>
<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50854344223508-Account-Linking-Unlinking-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Account Linking and Unlinking in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50818310869268-Co-op-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Split-screen and Cross-platform Co-op in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="http://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50814875067028-Accessibility-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Accessibility and Experience Customization in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50857308235924">PC Specifications and Drivers for <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50838935942292">Optimizing your PC Experience in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>
</ul>



<p>Be sure to follow <a href="https://x.com/HaloSupport">@HaloSupport on X</a> for the latest updates. If you run into issues while playing <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>, <a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/4415570792724-How-to-Claim-Halo-Twitch-Drops">visit the Halo Support site</a> to browse for more helpful how-to resources or submit a support ticket.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PRESS KIT</strong></h2>



<p>Download the latest <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> press kit for screenshots, cinematic stills, and hi-res wallpapers to celebrate your triumphant return to the ring that started it all!</p>



<p><a href="https://www.aka.ms/HCEPressKit">Download the press kit.</a></p>


Halo: Campaign Evolved Out Now


<p>If you pre-ordered the <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> Digital Premium Edition or Collector’s Bundle, you can enjoy early-access play in both solo and four-player cross-play co-op starting today!</p>



<p>Jump into <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> now to relive the timeless story with stunningly realized graphics, fully rebuilt sound design, and all-new cinematics.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<iframe loading="lazy" title="Halo: Campaign Evolved | Launch Trailer" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5KhzCSeZxAU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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<p>Available on XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation<strong>®</strong>5, Windows PC, and Steam.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Join Early Access</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Spartans take aim near a Scorpion tank ridden by UNSC marines." class="wp-image-170826" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_AOTC01-1920x1080-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Ready to engage the Covenant on solid ground? There’s still time to <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-campaign-evolved/buy">purchase the Digital Premium Edition</a> of <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> and join your squadmates in Early Access.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Cross-platform Co-op</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Spartans race across the shoreline of the Silent Cartographer in a Warthog." class="wp-image-170840" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Coop_SC02-1920x1080-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Ready to assemble your first Fireteam? Here are a few basic steps required for adding friends playing on different platforms:</p>



<ol>
<li>If you don’t already have one, <a href="https://aka.ms/HaloCEAccount">create a new Microsoft account</a> and select a suitable Gamertag so your cross-platform friends can find and add you.</li>



<li>Search for and add your friends’ Gamertags to your XBOX friends list online at <a href="https://www.xbox.com">XBOX.com</a>, in the <a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/apps/xbox-app-on-mobile">XBOX mobile app</a>, or through the XBOX Game Bar social widget on your PC. (Your friends will also need to accept your friend requests!)</li>



<li>Once successfully added to your XBOX friends list, access the “Play Co-op” menu in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> to send invites or join up on a friend’s Fireteam. You’ll see a blinking dot indicator beside the menu option whenever friends are online.</li>
</ol>



<p>For detailed guides on adding friends to your XBOX friends list, visit Halo Support’s <a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50818310869268-Co-op-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">comprehensive startup guide</a> to all things co-op in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>.</p>



<p>The first time you play <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>, players on PlayStation® and Steam will be prompted to link their PlayStation® or Steam ID to their newly created XBOX Gamertag. For help linking cross-platform accounts, check out <a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50854344223508-Account-Linking-Unlinking-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">this handy guide</a> from Halo Support.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Coming Soon to Game Pass</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint.jpg" alt="Halo: Campaign Evolved global release schedule. Early Access and Global Launch times are represented as dots over major world cities with localized regional launch times." class="wp-image-170711" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_Release_Table_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers can play <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> following the global launch on July 28, 2026 (8:00 a.m. PDT).</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Anniversary Armory</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B.jpg" alt="Silver Anniversary Armor Style." class="wp-image-170868" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SilverAnniversary-Promo-16x9-R01B-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Celebrate 25 years of Halo with the <strong>Silver Anniversary Armor and Assault Rifle Styles</strong>, a free unlock for all <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> players. Find this commemorative combo in the Customization menu the first time you play.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Accessibility Features</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Two-player console split-screen gameplay of Halo: Campaign Evolved. Each player's first-person field of view showcases different HUD placement options." class="wp-image-170854" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE_SplitScreen_DG_02-1920x1080-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p><em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> invites heroes to defend humanity on their own terms, with their preferred play configurations. <a href="http://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50814875067028-Accessibility-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Customize your experience</a> with a wide range of accessibility settings, including input management, aim settings, custom control bindings, audio narration, HUD look and feel, UI language, menu animations, and much more.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Support Resources</strong></h2>



<p>Halo Support has prepared helpful guides to getting started in Halo: Campaign Evolved, including topics such as registering Microsoft accounts, adding cross-platform friends to your XBOX friends list, optimizing PC performance, and more!</p>



<ul>
<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50854344223508-Account-Linking-Unlinking-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Account Linking and Unlinking in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50818310869268-Co-op-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Split-screen and Cross-platform Co-op in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="http://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50814875067028-Accessibility-in-Halo-Campaign-Evolved">Accessibility and Experience Customization in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50857308235924">PC Specifications and Drivers for <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>



<li><a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/50838935942292">Optimizing your PC Experience in <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em></a></li>
</ul>



<p>Be sure to follow <a href="https://x.com/HaloSupport">@HaloSupport on X</a> for the latest updates. If you run into issues while playing <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em>, <a href="https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/4415570792724-How-to-Claim-Halo-Twitch-Drops">visit the Halo Support site</a> to browse for more helpful how-to resources or submit a support ticket.</p>



<p><em>UPDATED 7/23 </em><br><em>Early Access for Halo: Campaign Evolved is now available for all platforms!</em> <em>As a thank you for your patience, all players may claim the brand-new Sandstone Ancient armor style here: </em><a href="https://aka.ms/SandstoneAncient" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>https://aka.ms/SandstoneAncient</em></a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1024x576.jpg" alt="Sandstone Ancient Armor Style. Click on the link in copy to redeem the code on Halo Waypoint dot com. " class="wp-image-170928" style="width:1061px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2026/07/HCE-SandstoneAncient-PromoCOPY-16x9_1920x1080.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><em>We’ll see you on the ring!</em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PRESS KIT</strong></h2>



<p>Download the latest <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> press kit for screenshots, cinematic stills, and hi-res wallpapers, including the newly added variant art at the top of this post!</p>



<p><a href="https://www.aka.ms/HCEPressKit">Download the press kit.</a></p>


Early Access Begins Today | Halo: Campaign Evolved


<p><em>Spartans, start your engines!</em> </p>



<p>It’s Halo’s Silver Anniversary (that’s 25 years!) and we’ve been celebrating all year long – and those celebrations are not exclusive to the studio. If you are attending San Diego Comic Con drive by the Mattel booth today July 23, you may recognize a familiar, sleek, silhouette. If you get there in time, you might even get lucky and snag an exclusive poster. </p>



<p>While it may not weigh nearly 3 metric tons, the buildable UNSC M12 Warthog from Mattel Brick Shop is a 1:22 scale  of sleek, classic UNSC driving machine. It is customizable with extra parts, decals, including metal parts, and an exclusive Hot Wheels Warthog! </p>



<p>If that’s not enough, you can take your love for speed into <em>Halo: Campaign Evolved</em> with the <em>Ignition </em>Armor Style<em> </em>for<s> </s> Master Chief. It’s all throttle, no brakes. This Armor Style was created specially  for Mattel and the code will be found in the package with the redemption instructions. Available in US product only. </p>



<p><a href="https://shop.mattel.com/products/mattel-brick-shop-hot-wheels-halo-unsc-m12-warthog-jnp49">The iconic Halo Warthog from Mattel Brick Shop is available to preorder today</a>, July 23, and will be available to all hot rod enthusiasts alike beginning October 1, 2026. </p>



<p>And remember…if you aren’t first, you’re last! </p>
