Master Chief Heads to PlayStation 5 with ‘Halo: Campaign Evolved’
For the first time in its 22-year history, the iconic Halo franchise is expanding beyond the Xbox ecosystem. Developer 343 Industries and Xbox Game Studios announced today that Halo: Campaign Evolved will launch on PlayStation 5 in 2026, alongside releases for Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and Xbox on PC. The title will also be available through Xbox Cloud Gaming and support Xbox Play Anywhere, and will be accessible on day one with Game pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
This marks a notable shift for the traditionally Xbox-exclusive Halo series, responding to player demand and aiming to revitalize the franchise. The move broadens the reach of Master Chief to a new audience while offering existing fans more platforms to experience the latest installment. The announcement follows years of fan requests and signals a potential new era for the beloved sci-fi shooter.
Halo: Campaign Evolved represents a concerted effort to reinvigorate the Halo franchise, which has seen fluctuating critical reception in recent years. The game’s arrival on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and via cloud gaming in 2026 is intended to deliver a substantial update to the core Halo experience.
The game will also be available on Xbox Cloud Gaming and support Xbox Play Anywhere. Players who purchase the game digitally will be able to play on both Xbox and PC.