Image used with permission by copyright holderRumors are circulating (via Engadget) that, along with details about the upcoming Halo 5: Guardians, Microsoft will also use E3 to announce Halo: The Master Chief Collection, a compilation of HD remakes of the four previous numbered Halo games. The package is said to comprise updated versions of 2001’s Halo: Combat Evolved, 2004’s Halo 2, 2007’s Halo 3, and 2012’s Halo 4. Notably, it will not include spinoff’s like 2009’s Halo: ODST and 2010’s Halo: Reach. The only previous remake of the series was Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, released for Xbox 360 in 2011.
The announcement is well-timed when the demise of GameSpy has raised the hackles of preservationists, concerned about losing access to their favorite bits of gaming history, includingHalo: Combat Evolved. Porting these titles to Xbox One will ensure that a new generation of gamers can experience the Master Chief’s saga in its entirety.
Although we're not far from getting new, next-gen consoles, waiting to buy older hardware like the Xbox One S or PlayStation 4 Slim can be a fantastic way to save money. Microsoft and Sony's consoles have been fighting for the right to be the centerpiece of your media center for nearly two decades at this point. You may have friends who swear by the Xbox One and others who champion the PS4. Many of the same games come to both consoles, and it's often hard to tell the difference between them based on gameplay alone. When it comes to PS4 Slim vs. Xbox One S, how do you know which console to choose?
Firstly, you want to know that the Xbox One S and PlayStation 4 Slim -- both mid-generation redesigns -- are currently the standard hardware for their respective platforms. If you are dipping your toes in this generation of gaming for the first time today, your choice will likely come down to one of these two. While they offer similar experiences, both devices have their own strengths and weaknesses that could sway your decision. From specs to design to features to price, we've broken down every factor to help you decide between Xbox One S and PlayStation 4 Slim.
The Xbox One versus PS4 battle rages on in 2021, as the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 remain out of stock at most retailers. These last-generation consoles won't deliver the best gaming performance possible, but thanks to a large library of exclusive games and backward compatibility, they're still a solid option. Plus, they both double as Blu-ray players and streaming devices.
The eighth console generation saw stiff competition from Microsoft and Sony. The Xbox One started the generation from behind, with Microsoft undoing a series of consumer-unfriendly decisions to make its platform more accessible. The PS4, on the other hand, launched to near-universal acclaim and maintained a lead over Microsoft for the majority of the generation. As the eighth generation closes, however, it's clear Microsoft made up at least a little bit of ground.
Halo: MCC fans get a free nameplate for Women’s History Month
Halo: The Master Chief Collection players can grab a free nameplate in the game to celebrate Women's History Month. The freebie is part of Microsoft's monthlong commitment to empowering women in the gaming community.
The nameplate is a reference to Spartan Kat, a character who appeared in Halo: Reach. Players can log in to the game anytime this month to claim the free cosmetic.
