Halo: Campaign Evolved — a modern remake of Combat Evolved arriving in 2026

Xbox has announced Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign developed by Halo Studios and scheduled for release in 2026 on Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. The project aims to stay faithful to the classic story while modernizing visuals, cinematics and controls.

The remake will include three brand‑new prequel missions featuring the Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson, plus new weapons, vehicles and enemy types. Notably, the game restores couch co‑op with two‑player splitscreen on console and expands online co‑op to four players across platforms.

Key features

• Platforms: Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC (2026)
• Faithful remake: Original campaign rebuilt with updated visuals, cinematics and refined controls
• New content: Three prequel missions that expand the story around Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson
• Multiplayer co‑op: Two‑player splitscreen on console and four‑player online co‑op cross‑play between consoles and PC; PS5 cross‑play included for the first time
• New gameplay elements: Additional weapons, vehicles and foes to refresh combat encounters

Bringing Combat Evolved to modern platforms with added content and cross‑platform support signals Xbox’s intent to preserve Halo’s legacy while opening the experience to a wider audience. The return of splitscreen co‑op will be especially welcome to longtime fans who value local multiplayer alongside online play.

If you want to follow the official announcement and updates, check Xbox’s blog and Halo Studios’ channels for trailers and developer insights as release approaches: xbox.com.

Discussion: Are you excited to revisit the original Halo campaign in a remade form — and does cross‑platform play and restored splitscreen co‑op make this a must‑buy for you?