Halo

Halo is a science fiction first person shooter and part of Microsoft's Xbox Game Studios. The franchise development originated with Bungie, but has since transferred to 343 Industries. The series centers on a conflict between humanity and various alien species over installations called Halos, superweapons created by a mysterious race known as Forerunners. Launching in 2001 with Halo: Combat Evolved, the franchise has also spun off into books, comics, animated films, live action TV, and much more.

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Every Xbox Exclusive That Was Review Bombed and Why

Review bombing is becoming a big problem in gaming as aggregator sites allow anyone to voice their opinion, and Xbox titles have often been targets.

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The Best War Games Recap for 04/17/23 – 04/23/23

An online multiplayer Harry Potter game is announced, Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC launches, and more in this week's The Best War Games recap.

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Microsoft's Activision-Blizzard Acquisition Could Be the Best Thing to Happen to Halo

Microsoft's Activision-Blizzard acquisition is still proving to be controversial, but it could actually be the best thing for the Halo franchise.

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Halo Fans Likely Haven't Seen the End of the Forerunners

Dating all the way back to the very first Halo game, the Forerunners are one of the most important factions in Halo, and they can't be forgotten.

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Immortals of Aveum's Magic Instantly Makes it Feel Different From Other FPS Games
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Immortals of Aveum's reveal trailer immediately impressed gamers with its flashy magic attacks, which do enough to set it apart from other FPS games.

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Ex-Halo Boss Now Making an AAA Video Game for Netflix

A former head of the Halo series who recently left Microsoft announces that he is now developing a new AAA title with Netflix Games.

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5 Video Game Franchises That Started As Single-Player But Now Prioritize Multiplayer

Multiplayer games have taken over the gaming industry over the recent years, meaning some franchises moved from single to multiplayer focused games

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Halo Infinite Player Gets Two Ridiculous Double Collateral Headshots

A Halo Infinite player shows off a ridiculous clip, involving them getting two double collateral headshots, one after the other.

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Halo Infinite Lead is Leaving Microsoft

Longtime Xbox developer and current Halo Infinite Head of Creative Joseph Staten confirms he's leaving Microsoft entirely for a new adventure.

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Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Means It's Time for Halo to Sink or Swim

Should Microsoft's high-profile acquisition of Activision Blizzard be finalized, the Halo franchise needs to secure its future before it is too late.

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Best AI Characters in Video Games, Ranked

AIs have been NPCs, companions, antagonists, and such in video games for eons. These characters stand out as the most memorable AI in gaming history.

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Gamer Finds Halo-Themed Prototype Controllers for Xbox One

An Xbox fan shares pictures of two pairs of gorgeous, Halo-themed prototype controllers for Microsoft’s Xbox One that they found for sale online.

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Why Halo Infinite's Successor Needs More Characters like Sergeant Johnson

While Halo Infinite impressed with its bold open world, the next game needs to reimplement the human element of past supporting characters.

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Latest Halo Infinite Patch Blocks Some PC Gamers from Playing the Game

Some Halo Infinite fans with older PCs may be out of luck as 343 Industries raises the game’s minimum technical requirements with the latest patch.

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Halo Infinite's New Weapon Highlights a Major Problem

Season 3 of Halo Infinite adds new maps, modes, and equipment, but the new weapon reinforces fans' desire for a more diverse arsenal.

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Halo Infinite Making Battle Pass and Shop Changes for Season 3

Halo Infinite Season 3: Echoes Within brings with it many changes for the FPS, including some to the battle pass and in-game cosmetics shop.

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Halo Infinite Dev Provides Update on Career Progression

After months of speculation, a Halo Infinite developer provides a positive update on the long-awaited career progression system.

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A New Bungie FPS Series May Be Exactly What PlayStation Needs Right Now

Microsoft may soon own Call of Duty, and the best way for Sony to compete would be with a new FPS series from the recently acquired Bungie.

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Phil Spencer Says Halo Series Should Strive To Be Like The Last Of Us

The Last of Us and Halo's approaches couldn't be more different, and Phil Spencer knows which one is the superior video game adaptation.

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Sea of Thieves Adding Halo Content

Sea of Thieves is adding Halo-themed content so players can sail the high seas while decked out in attire hailing from the far reaches of outer space.