‘Halo: Campaign Evolved’ Release Date and Global Launch Revealed, Including Early Access Window
The wait is almost over. Halo: Campaign Evolved, a modern rebuild of the original Halo campaign, is officially set to roll out worldwide on July 28, 2026, with an early access window opening five days earlier for select editions. It’s a full-scale return to the ring that defined a generation—now with new content and a slicker, more cohesive campaign flow.
Global Launch Timing
The worldwide release is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM PDT. Because of time zones, certain Asia-Pacific regions will see the game unlock on July 29. If you’re planning to jump in right at launch, double-check your local time conversion to know exactly when the doors open.
Early Access Details
Players who secure the Premium Edition or the Collector’s Edition can start playing the full campaign early on July 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM PDT—up to five days before the standard launch. Depending on your territory, the unlock may fall on July 24 locally, but the early access period is aligned to the same global moment.
Platforms and Availability
- Xbox Series X|S
- PlayStation 5
- PC, including Steam
The release supports Xbox Play Anywhere on Xbox and PC, and the game will be included with Xbox Game Pass at the standard launch on July 28.
Editions and Pricing
- Standard Edition — $49.99: Includes the complete campaign plus newly added content.
- Premium Edition — $69.99: Grants five-day early access starting July 23, an armory pack with extra armor and weapon skins, and a digital art and story collection.
- Collector’s Edition — $199.99: Includes all Premium content, along with physical extras: a Master Chief statue, a light-up Cortana chip, a steelbook case, art prints, and a physical game disc.
What’s New in This Rebuild
Halo: Campaign Evolved reconstructs the first ten missions set on Alpha Halo with a modern toolkit. Expect:
- Overhauled visuals and enhanced cinematics to reframe classic moments.
- Refined controls and smoother level flow to tighten pacing and combat rhythm.
- Operation: METEORITE, a new three-mission story arc included in all editions, expanding the narrative that feeds into the original campaign’s key beats.
Pre-Orders and Pre-Load
Pre-orders are open across console and PC storefronts. Early access requires either the Premium or Collector’s Edition. Pre-load timing will likely land closer to launch, so keep an eye on your platform’s download options to be ready the moment it unlocks.
Key Dates At A Glance
- Early Access: July 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM PDT (may be July 24 in some regions)
- Global Launch: July 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM PDT (may be July 29 in parts of Asia-Pacific)
With a sharpened presentation, added narrative threads, and multiple ways to jump in—from Game Pass at launch to premium editions with early access—Halo: Campaign Evolved is poised to reintroduce one of gaming’s defining adventures to both returning Spartans and first-time recruits.
