Halo: Combat Evolved Remake Rumored to Be in Full Production

Fans of the Halo franchise have reason to be excited, as a prominent leaker has provided a major update on the long-rumored remake of Halo: Combat Evolved. While rumors of a remake have circulated for years, Halo Studios has yet to officially confirm or deny their validity.

The Rumors and the Move to Unreal Engine 5

When 343 Industries rebranded as Halo Studios, the announcement included news of the studio transitioning to Unreal Engine 5. Accompanying this were renders that featured iconic imagery from Halo: Combat Evolved, fueling speculation about a potential remake. Although no direct confirmation has been given, these details have added weight to the possibility.

Leaker Details Development Progress

According to leaker Rebs Gaming, the Halo: Combat Evolved remake reportedly began pre-production in January 2024 and has since moved into full production. Rebs points to the studio's recent hiring sprees as evidence, noting that Halo Studios had previously announced plans to ramp up recruitment as its projects advanced further into development. This hiring activity appears to align with the timeline for the rumored remake.

Another Halo Project in Development?

Rebs Gaming also shed light on another project in development, rumored to be codenamed Ekur, which is reportedly being developed by Certain Affinity. According to Rebs, Ekur has been in development since 2022, with dedicated testing servers established in June 2024. Given this timeline, the leaker believes that Ekur could be the next Halo game to release, possibly ahead of the Combat Evolved remake.

What to Expect in 2025

While these rumors remain unconfirmed, they offer a glimpse into what could be a busy future for the Halo franchise. If true, the release of a Combat Evolved remake or the launch of Ekur would certainly excite the gaming community. An announcement in 2025 doesn’t seem out of the question as Halo Studios continues its work in relative silence.

For now, fans will have to remain patient and treat this information as speculation. However, the prospect of revisiting the iconic Halo: Combat Evolved experience in a modernized form is enough to keep excitement alive for the beloved franchise.