Microsoft is overhauling its Xbox business in a big--and painful--way . Part of the effort to "reset" Xbox involves enlisting Call of Duty publisher Activision to make the next Halo game . This isn't a spin-off or some kind of other extension of the iconic sci-fi series, but instead the next entry in the main series following 2021's disappointing Halo Infinite. Here's what we know about Activision's Halo game, and what comes next for Halo Studios. What's the new game? The biggest question is what is the new Halo game from Activision? The announcement from Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty didn't reveal any specifics, but a story from The Hollywood Reporter said it is a "full-feature, mainline installment" in the long-running series. Activision boss Rob Kostich said in a statement to Game File that Activision is trying to make the "greatest Halo game ever." He said the ambition is to
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