The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as Halo Studios unveils a fresh take on a beloved classic. After months of speculation, the studio has announced the release of “Halo: Campaign Evolved,” a stunning remake of the game that launched the iconic Halo series. Set to release next year on PC, Xbox Series S and X, and, for the first time, PlayStation 5, this remake is powered by Unreal Engine 5, ensuring a visual feast for fans.
The Remake: A Dance Remix of a Classic?
As the news spread, dedicated fans began dissecting the revealed gameplay footage, eager to spot the changes from the original. Jaime Griesemer, a former designer on the first three Halo games, offered a unique perspective. Sharing his thoughts on X, Griesemer was critical of some of the changes in level design, comparing the remake to a dance remix that jumps straight to the chorus, bypassing the subtlety of the original experience.
You aren’t supposed to be able to take the Warthog up to steamroll the Hunters. I intentionally placed rocks in the way so you had to fight them on foot. When you can just smash the crates out of the way, it wrecks the encounters. But the worst part? They put trees in the landing area of the WooHoo Jump. Lame.
Griesemer further reflected on the challenges he incorporated into the original game, expressing concern that these might not translate well in the remake’s revamped vehicle mechanics.
Different Views: Praise from Co-Creator Marcus Lehto
Unlike Griesemer, Marcus Lehto, one of the co-creators of the Halo franchise, shared a positive first impression of the remake. Present at the Halo World Championship, Lehto expressed his enthusiasm on X, noting the game’s authenticity and visual splendor.
My honest impression of seeing the new Halo: Campaign Evolved is this:
I absolutely love where this is going. The game looks and feels genuine. It’s gorgeous in a way I wish we could have built it originally back in 2001. It warms my heart to see Halo: Combat Evolved like this.
For those interested in a closer look, comparisons between the original and the upcoming remake highlight the massive visual improvements, inviting fans to weigh in with their own opinions.