While Microsoft had anticipated a release at the end of 2020, the release date of Halo Infinite was finally pushed back to 2021. The studio indicates that the complications linked to the Covid-19 crisis limited development time during the months, thus forcing the release to be postponed. Note that the new installment of the Halo saga will be available on Xbox Series X and PC from its launch.
Release date pushed back for Halo Infinite
The development team has therefore published a press release explaining that many elements, including covid-19, have slowed down the end of the game's development. Thus, Halo Infinite will not be released at the same time as the new Xbox Series X. - quite an important time for Microsoft in its fight against the PlayStation 5.
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— Halo (@Halo) August 11, 2020The studio indicates in particular that its teams are under pressure and that for the good of the game and the members of 343 Industries, it is necessary to take a little time. The press release evokes the ambition to create the best Halo of the series.
Halo Infinite Trailer
A trailer for Halo Infinite was shown during the Xbox Games Showcase. We discover the first images of the new game during a fairly long trailer. A more complete demo was also released, allowing you to discover the first images of this new Halo. Master Chief is therefore back for 2021.
If the demo was accompanied by some information, the official Halo site shared many bonuses concerning the game. We learn in particular that the universe is much larger than before, or that the story is at the center of development.
Release date postponed for Xbox Series X?
Halo Infinite's release date is set for 2021, with no further details. We are now wondering about the release date of the Xbox Series X, which could also be moved as the global situation is complicated for companies. Note that Halo Infinite will also be released on PC.
Halo Infinite therefore sees its release date pushed back to 2021, both on the Xbox Series X and on PC. Find all the information about the new Microsoft console on this site.
