Rumors suggest the Halo: Combat Evolved remake may be campaign-only with no multiplayer mode. Here’s what gamers need to know, plus our take on the leak.
Alright Spartans, Here’s the Deal on the Halo: CE Remake
So, the OG Halo might be making a comeback — but there’s a twist that’s got the community buzzing. According to some recent leaks (and yeah, we know how spicy those can get), the Halo: Combat Evolved remake could skip out on multiplayer entirely. You read that right. No slayer matches. No Blood Gulch shenanigans. Just pure campaign.
Here’s the rundown, straight and simple:
What’s the Buzz?
- Still unconfirmed: No official word from Microsoft or Halo Studios about a remake, but the smoke is starting to look like fire.
- Tom Warren from The Verge claimed in June 2024 that a remaster is happening — possibly even for PlayStation 5. Yep, Xbox might be sharing one of its crown jewels.
- Leaker Rebs Gaming talked to two unnamed sources close to the devs. Both said they’ve heard nothing about a multiplayer mode.
- The current belief? It might just be a campaign-only remake.
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Why That’s a Big Freakin’ Deal
Listen, we get it — Combat Evolved’s campaign is legendary. The vibes, the music, the flood missions that made us scream as kids — classic. But the multiplayer? That mode was the blueprint. LAN parties. Pistols that felt like snipers. CTF on Sidewinder. It defined console shooters.
Cutting multiplayer out of a remake feels like celebrating pizza by only bringing the crust.
It also raises questions:
- Will there be any online features at all?
- Is this remake even meant to compete with Infinite or MCC?
- If it’s coming to PS5, how will it work without crossplay?
Let’s Talk About the Timeline
According to Rebs’ sources, dev work started in 2023. But earlier, he said it started in 2024. 🤷♂️ Honestly, it could just be a mix-up — maybe one was pre-production and the other full development.
What’s more interesting? The rumored release window: 2026, which would line up perfectly with Halo’s 25th anniversary. Nostalgia alert, anyone?
Real Talk: What Should We Expect?
Let’s be honest: Halo’s in a weird spot right now. Microsoft’s apparently juggling several Halo projects. Some info could be blending together, or getting misinterpreted. But we do know one thing — a big announcement is coming in October. So whatever’s cooking, we’ll hear more soon.
In the meantime, here’s what we hope to see in a remake:
- Updated visuals and controls that stay true to the OG feel
- Maybe optional multiplayer as a DLC or separate update?
- Cross-platform support that doesn’t water down the experience
- And please — let the pistol still be broken in all the right ways
If this campaign-only rumor is legit, it’s definitely a bold (and maybe risky?) move. But hey, we’re still hyped to return to Halo’s roots — even if it’s solo this time. Let’s just hope the devs are listening and leave room for the community’s voice.
Whether you’re in it for the nostalgia, the lore, or just to relive some sweet Warthog chaos — keep your eyes on October. Big things are coming.
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