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' Series Sales Top 50 Million as 'Minecraft' Hits 4.5 Million on Xbox 360
Two Xbox exclusives dominate the Xbox Live charts while crossing new sales milestones.
Bungie 'Destiny' Tease Discovered in 'Halo 3: ODST'; Studio Promises More Details
We've known about Bungie's 'Destiny' for quite some time -- but not this long. A player in 2009's 'Halo 3: ODST' found a teaser for recently unveiled game on an inconspicuous poster. Also, Bungie indicates that more 'Destiny' details are inbound.
'Halo 4' Easter Egg Guide
'Halo 4' players are sure to encounter some of the best Easter eggs and hidden items in the franchise to date. Here's where to find them.
Future Updates May Add Clan Support and More to 'Halo 4'
Plenty of substantial features may be coming to 'Halo 4' post-release via downloadable updates from 343 Industries. Possible features include clan options and Theatre Mode support for the campaign.
Opinion: 'Halo 4' Deserves Better Than 'King of the Hill Fueled by Mountain Dew'
iOS App 'Halo 4: King of the Hill Fueled by Mountain Dew' tasks gamers with scanning bags of Doritos and bottles of Mountain Dew at 7-Eleven Stores. Frankly, we think 'Halo 4' deserves better.
'Halo 4' Review
Read our 'Halo 4' review to find out if 343 Industries has successfully placed Master Chief back in the franchise spotlight and delivered a sequel that lives up to expectation.
Halo 4: Vortex Map Walkthrough Video
Fans of 'Halo 4' who have been hoping for something a bit more...alien from the game's multiplayer will want to check out the latest video walkthrough of Vortex. Two words: 'Rocket Hog.'
'Halo 4's Spartan Ops Season 1 Trailer is Action-Packed
343 Industries has just released a new trailer highlighting the first season of the episodic Spartan Ops campaign in 'Halo 4', and it looks mighty impressive for free DLC.
Halo 4: Longbow Map Walkthrough Video
Longbow, the latest 'Halo 4' map to be detailed in a developer walkthrough promises Vehicular insanity and close-quarters combat. Also, snow.
'Halo 4' Haven Map Walkthrough Video
It was the first seen as the backdrop for 'Halo 4' multiplayer, but Haven takes center stage in the most recent multiplayer walkthrough. This closer look proves that size isn't everything.
'Halo 4' Live-Action Trailer: Master Chief's Origins
Master Chief's past and present are explored in the live-action and CGI launch trailer for 'Halo 4,' titled Scanned,' produced by Oscar nominated Director David Fincher.
Halo 4: Meltdown Map Walkthrough Video
The biggest, most confusing 'Halo 4' map we've yet to see stars in the latest developer walkthrough. Meet 'Meltdown,' a sprawling vehicular map built, fittingly, around the 'infinity loop' model.
Microsoft Banning Early 'Halo 4' Players from Xbox Live; 343 Industries Shrugs Off Leak
'Halo 4' has leaked online and Microsoft is handing out 'permanent suspension' bans to Xbox Live users who pirated the upcoming game.
Copies of 'Halo 4' Leak Early, Microsoft Working With Law Enforcement
A leak of 'Halo 4' ahead of its November 6th release date has forced Microsoft to work with law enforcement officials in order to discover the nature of the leak.
'Halo 4' Forge Trailer Details All Three Maps
'Halo 4' will give level creators a few different - and distinct - locations, from outer space to subterranean depths. Get acquainted with erosion, Ravine and Impact now.
'Halo 4' Launch Trailer Release Date & First Image; Executive Produced by David Fincher
Microsoft has announced a release date for the live-action 'Halo 4' launch trailer from executive producer David Fincher as well as unveiled the first image of Master Chief.
'Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn' First Episode Released
The first episode of the five-part web series 'Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn' is here, paving the way for the events and characters set to star in 'Halo 4.' Watch it now.
343 Talks 'Halo 4' Armor Ability Strategies
The brand new 'Halo 4' Armor Abilities have been painstakingly crafted to provide an even, balanced experience. But for early strategies - and warnings - hear what the developers at 343 have to say.
Halo 4: 'Abandon' Map Walkthrough Video
The new multiplayer map 'Abandon' is the subject of the latest 'Halo 4' walkthrough video, promising close-up action, and a few easter eggs to keep fans scratching their heads.
'Halo 4' Trailers Show Off Mantis Mechs, Promethean Weapons
New tools of destruction are on the way in both 'Halo 4' singleplayer and multiplayer. The Promethean arsenal and Mantis mechs in an updated version of the 'Valhalla' map in paticular will offer some...interesting choices.