"We’re not just going to try improve the efficiency of development, but change the recipe of how we make Halo games," says studio head Pierre Hintze.
Microsoft and 343 Industries have made the surprise announcement that Halo Infinite is adding a third-person mode, starting with Firefight next month.
Xbox and Halo will both be celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2026, and Microsoft says it has plans in place to commemorate the same.
It's claimed that Amblin Television, Xbox, and 343 Industries are attempting to find other platforms where the series could continue. ,
Those participating in the new Operation from July 2nd to 30th will receive the ASSAILER armor set, a new emblem and Spartan Points.
As part of Microsoft's expanded multiplatform release strategy, it looks like Halo could also be making the jump to PlayStation.
Reports have previously claimed that the studio is working on a new Halo title using Unreal Engine 5.
Squad Battle also gets a refresh with seven new maps created in Forge Mode, with two recreated from Halo 4 and Halo: Combat Evolved.
Arrowhead Game Studios and Sony's co-op third-person shooter is showing absolutely no signs of slowing down, having hit a new peak concurrent user count of over 276,000 players.
As the studio shifts away from a seasonal model for Halo Infinite content, it confirms it also has new projects in the works.
Going forward, the game will adopt an Operations model for new content, similar to The Master Chief Collection.
Leaks have previously claimed that Certain Affinity was working on a battle royale Halo experience codenamed Tatanka.
While 343 Industries' first-person shooter seems to be enjoying increased engagement, Bungie's title is continuing its downward climb.
That's as per the LinkedIn profile of Ben F., who was product and insights manager at 343 Industries until January.
The free content is now in the first 20 tiers, but you only have until November 14th to unlock them without spending money.
Forge AI in Custom Games, Flood-inspired Armor Cores and weapon skins, and Firefight King of the Hell are also coming this season.
Along with bug fixes, it adds new features to Forge Mode, like the Reactive Water Plane and Collapsible Menus for various functions.
“I wouldn’t say Halo is of lesser importance, but we have over 20 studios now," says the Xbox boss.
Players will earn Ranks in different tiers, which are further divided into Grades, and can progress through matchmade activities.
Premium Coatings that are compatible with all Armor Cores and a Forge remake of Plaza from Halo 5: Guardians are also coming.
