A new Halo Studios report claims the Xbox studio is actively developing “Halo Next” — with fresh details on the Endless, the Flood, and Joseph Staten’s original plans.

I’m sure he needs no introduction at this point, but in a new report from Mr. Rebs, we have some new details regarding what’s next for Halo’s campaign. According to the report, the project is reportedly being internally referred to as “Halo Next,” which we know exists thanks to a job listing posted by Halo Studios for a new Narrative Design Director.

Before jumping into the full details on that, Mr. Rebs also shared information regarding what writer Joseph Staten reportedly wanted for what he referred to as “Campaign Next,” a sequel to Halo Infinite that was reportedly in development before the 2023 layoffs. According to the report, Staten’s vision for Halo’s future did not include the Flood, or at least not right away, which may disappoint some longtime fans.

I will, before we jump into everything, give a fair spoiler warning, as Halo Infinite’s ending will be discussed, alongside some slight details regarding Halo: Edge of Dawn. So, if you wish to avoid spoilers, you’ve been warned.

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As many fans know, the Flood played an integral role in the original Halo trilogy, essentially serving as Halo’s version of zombies, albeit on a much more terrifying scale. In the report, Mr. Rebs also recaps the ending of Halo Infinite, explaining the role of the Endless, who were teased as the franchise’s next major threat after being released at the end of the game.

In the new Narrative Design Director job listing, Halo Studios directly references “Halo Next” while also mentioning a “campaign experience,” with Mr. Rebs claiming the studio is actively developing the next mainline Halo campaign. However, it remains unclear whether Halo Studios will stick with plans surrounding the Endless, especially since Halo: Edge of Dawn, which takes place directly after Halo Infinite and appears to help set up the next game, while also heavily involving the Flood.

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As a lifelong Halo fan myself, I just want Halo Studios to release a good, polished, and finished game, something we rarely seem to get these days. Based on the details shared here, I’d personally love to see the Flood return in some capacity, but I also understand that the franchise needs to move forward, and The Endless could help push Halo in a new direction without Halo Studios simply relying on nostalgia.

Be sure to send some love over to Mr. Rebs on either X or YouTube, as these details come thanks to his reporting!

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