Halo Campaign Evolved: 2026 remake of Halo CE for PS5, PC, Xbox

Halo Studios unveiled Halo Campaign Evolved, a full remake of the original 2001 Halo Combat Evolved campaign, at the Halo World Championship on Oct. 24, confirming the game will launch in 2026 on Xbox Series X and S, Windows PC (including Steam), and, for the first time in the franchise’s history, PlayStation 5. The studio described the project as a “faithful yet modernized” rebuilding of the classic single‑player story with upgraded visuals, new missions and expanded cooperative options.

Built in Unreal Engine 5 atop parts of the original game’s code, Campaign Evolved reworks environments, cinematics and audio while adding modern control features such as aim down sights and optional sprint. It will run in high‑definition 4K, include rerecorded voice performances, a remastered soundtrack, and an expanded arsenal that brings weapons like the Energy Sword, Battle Rifle and Needle Rifle into the campaign. The remake also introduces vehicle hijacking, a pilotable Covenant Wraith, and three new prequel missions focused on Master Chief and Sergeant Johnson.

Executive producer Damon Conn said the team “wanted to start where it all began,” framing the remake as an entry point for...