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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Halo Nightfall Agent Locke
Here's a Sneak Peek at Agent Locke in 'Halo: Nightfall'

A new image from Ridley Scott's upcoming 'Halo: Nightfall' series reveals the first look at the mysterious Agent Locke in all of his unarmored glory.

Bungie Must Earn Right to Destiny Sequels
Marty O'Donnell Settles Lawsuit with Bungie After Being Fired

With a lawsuit from fired 'Halo' and 'Destiny' composer Marty O'Donnell leaving dents in their reputation, Bungie has now settled the complaint with the renowned composer.

Halo 5 Confirmed for 2014
The Last 'Halo 3' Easter Egg Has Been Found

We knew it was out there and now the final 'Halo 3' Easter Egg has been found. Read on to find out what secrets (if any) it reveals.

Halo 2 Anniversary Ascension Gameplay
'Halo 2: Anniversary' Gameplay Shows Off Next-Gen 'Ascension' Map

With classic multiplayer map 'Ascension' being remade for 'Halo 2: Anniversary,' the developers walk through the changes fans can look forward to.

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'Halo: Master Chief Collection' - New Trailer & Coagulation Map Confirmed

Fan-favorite 'Halo 2' map Coagulation will join Ascension as one of six remade maps for 'Halo: The Master Chief Collection.'

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'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' Not Coming to PC & Xbox 360

343 Industries confirms that ‘Halo: The Master Chief Collection’ is only set for Xbox One, and that they have no plans to release the collection on Xbox 360 or PC.

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Halo Master Chief Collection
343 Shares More 'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' Details

Coming off a big showing at E3 2014, 343 Industries shares more details about 'Halo: The Master Chief Collection,' including the promise to preserve each experience as best they can.

Sunset Overdrive E3 2014 Trailer
The 10 Best Trailers of E3 2014

There were plenty of great trailers showcased at E3 2014 - from 'Batman: Arkham Knight' to 'The Division.' Here are our choices for the 10 best.

Halo Forge Mode
'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' Will Include Forge Mode and Content Playlists

'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' includes Forge Mode and unique content playlists, in addition to all the other content from the first four numbered 'Halo' games.

Marty ODonnell Bungie Lawsuit
Former 'Halo' Composer Marty O'Donnell Files Lawsuit Against Bungie

Composer Marty O'Donnell, best known for his work on the 'Halo' franchise, files a lawsuit against former employer Bungie after his unexpected termination.

Frank O Connor Halo 5 Leak
'Halo 5' Boss Calls Insider Leaks 'Unimportant' and 'Annoying'

343 Industries' Frank O'Connor shares some candid thoughts on the nature of embargo-breaking leaks, and the greater impact they might have on hard-working developers.

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'Halo 5: Guardians' - Who is the Mysterious Spartan Soldier?

The new box art for 'Halo 5: Guardians' has sparked speculation as to who the new Spartan opposite Master Chief might be. Read a few of the more popular theories.

Oculus Billion User MMO
'Halo 4' Art Director Joins Oculus VR

'Halo 4' Art Director Kenneth Scott also jumps at the chance to join the fast-growing Oculus VR team and he'll be working on their own 1st-party content.

Halo 5 Guardians Release Date
'Halo 5: Guardians' Releases on Xbox One in 2015

343 Industries has confirmed the next entry in Master Chief's saga will be titled 'Halo 5: Guardians' and will release exclusively for the Xbox One in 2015.

Halo 5 Teased Xbox One Trailer
'Halo 5' Teased in New Xbox One Trailer

Is this a trailer for a sports car or an Xbox One console? We're not sure, but it does include a brief tease for 'Halo 5.'

Halo TV Series Showtime Deal
'Halo' TV Show Won't Be Xbox-Exclusive; Showtime Deal in the Works

A potential partnership with premium cable network Showtime reveals Microsoft's upcoming 'Halo' TV series will not be exclusive to the Xbox console.

Martin O'Donnell Fired by Bungie
'Halo' and 'Destiny' Composer Martin O'Donnell Fired by Bungie

Longtime Bungie Composer and Sound Design Director Martin O'Donnell has reportedly been fired by the 'Halo' and 'Destiny' developer.

Cortana Windows Phone 8
'Halo's Cortana to Battle Siri, Not Covenant, for Smartphone Dominance

Microsoft has officially announced that 'Halo' character Cortana will be the voice of their AI assistant in Windows Phone 8.1 - but is it a good idea?

Halo Spartan Assault On Steam
'Halo: Spartan Assault' Coming To Steam; No Plans To Bring Series To The Platform

With gamers finally receiving a 'Halo' title on Steam with 'Spartan Assault' releasing on April 4th, at least for the time being this marks the only planned series release on the platform.

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Microsoft Confirms More 'Halo' News at E3; 343 Has 'Great Plan'

As expected, Microsoft has confirmed that 'Halo' will make an appearance at E3 2014, but it's unclear in what form that might be.