Halo Studios is set to reveal the next big chapter in the Halo franchise at the Halo World Championship 2025. Here’s what we know so far about the upcoming announcement and ongoing projects.
Halo Studios has officially confirmed that the next major update on the future of the Halo franchise will be shared at the Halo World Championship 2025, taking place in Seattle from October 24–26. After months of rumors and speculation, the studio broke its silence in a new blog post that promises a deeper look into its ongoing projects, including updates related to Project Foundry and its future direction.
Fans will remember that it was at last year’s Halo World Championship when the studio, previously known as 343 Industries, announced its rebranding to Halo Studios. The event also featured the unveiling of A New Dawn, a video showcasing the shift to Unreal Engine 5 and the introduction of Project Foundry. At the time, the studio made it clear that this was just the beginning of a new era for Halo.
Now, one year later, the team is ready to share more. According to the blog post, Halo Studios acknowledged the buzz from fans and made it clear that the next chapter will be revealed during this year’s championship. “If you want the official scoop on what Halo Studios has been working on, you won’t want to miss this year’s Halo World Championship,” the post states.
While specific details remain a mystery, various reports suggest that multiple projects are currently in development, all built on Unreal Engine 5. Recent rumors point to internal playtesting being conducted on a weekly basis, not only to fine-tune game mechanics but also to help new hires get familiar with the tools and workflows of the updated engine.
Speculation has ranged from a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved to the reveal of Halo 7, and even a potential multi-platform Master Chief collection. While none of these have been confirmed, the October event may finally provide answers. It’s worth noting that the only rumors with any credibility so far have come from Halo Studios directly or indirectly.
Studio head Pierre Hintze previously commented on the internal shift in focus, saying the rebrand and transition to Unreal Engine were necessary to refocus the team on delivering high-quality experiences. Likewise, COO Elizabeth van Wyck highlighted how outdated development methods slowed progress and made it difficult to adapt to player needs. With Unreal Engine 5, Halo Studios is aiming to speed up content delivery and streamline game updates going forward.
This announcement also ties in with a larger milestone: the 25th anniversary of the Halo franchise in 2026. Xbox boss Phil Spencer recently hinted at the return of a legendary franchise during the Xbox Games Showcase, further fueling speculation that a big Halo reveal is on the horizon.
With so many pieces lining up, it looks increasingly likely that Halo Studios is preparing for a major unveiling. Whether it’s a new entry, a long-awaited remake, or something completely unexpected, fans now have a date and place to watch it all unfold: October 24, live from Seattle.
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