Rumour: Next Halo Game Will Be a New ‘Mainline Instalment’, Casting Doubt on More Remakes
The next installment in the Halo franchise will reportedly be a new mainline title rather than another remake, according to The Hollywood Reporter’s unnamed industry sources. This significant development comes amid broad restructuring at Xbox, which has announced substantial job losses and strategic studio changes.
Activision, now owned by Microsoft, has been assigned to develop the next Halo game, marking a notable shift in the franchise’s development responsibilities. This assignment reflects Xbox’s larger strategic reorganization in the wake of the Activision Blizzard acquisition.
The rumor contradicts previous signals suggesting the series would continue with remakes. An unlockable ending scene in Halo: Campaign Evolved strongly hinted at a Halo 2 remake in development. The revelation about a new mainline installment suggests Microsoft may be pivoting away from the remake-focused strategy that has defined recent Halo releases.
This news reflects broader industry shifts as Xbox repositions its studios and creative priorities, with Activision now positioned as the lead developer for one of gaming’s most iconic franchises.