Rumors of a remake for Halo: Combat Evolved suggest the project is further along in development than initially believed. Halo developer 343 Industries, now rebranded as Halo Studios, has announced a significant shift to using Unreal Engine 5 for future projects, replacing the in-house Slipspace engine. This shift, combined with earlier reports, has led to speculation that the remake may arrive sooner than expected.
Halo: Combat Evolved is a cornerstone of Xbox’s legacy, having launched the popular first-person shooter franchise in 2001. While the game received a remaster with Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary in 2011, fans have been hoping for a full remake. Despite Halo Infinite's strong 2021 launch, its post-launch support was underwhelming, though Halo Studios has worked to improve the game since then.
Recent discussions, particularly on the XboxEra Podcast, suggest that the Halo: Combat Evolved remake could launch as early as 2026. While no official release date has been set, the transition to Unreal Engine 5 could speed up development and allow Halo Studios to produce smaller-scale projects between major releases. Halo Studios continues to support Halo Infinite with seasonal content, while fans eagerly await more news on the rumored remake.