Despite ongoing rumors, the next Halo game will not utilize generative AI in its development, according to a known Xbox and gaming industry insider on social media. The insider clarified that Xbox Game Studios currently has no mandate to use generative AI in Halo or other games. However, the controversial technology may still be used for emails and other tasks.
Although Halo is one of Microsoft's cornerstone gaming franchises, the hit FPS series has not seen any new releases since the launch of 2021's Halo Infinite and the canceled Halo TV series. However, rumors about a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved have circulated on social media, claiming that the first title in the franchise could make a return in some capacity with modern features and a sprint function. As of this writing, Microsoft has stated that fans interested in the future of the Halo franchise should tune into the 2025 Halo World Championship on Friday, October 24, at the Seattle Convention Center.
While previous reports stated that PlayStation and Xbox could utilize generative AI in game development, an insider said that this will not be the case for the latter company. According to Xbox insider Jez Corden on Twitter,...
