November 1st 2024.
Is it possible that Halo will receive support from Call Of Duty? According to a deleted post, it seems that Sledgehammer Games is currently working on a secret project for Xbox, after assisting on Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6. Call Of Duty has been making a comeback with the recent launch of Black Ops 6, which has become the fastest selling and most critically acclaimed game in the series in years. Treyarch and Raven Software were responsible for the development of Black Ops 6, with Sledgehammer Games serving as a support studio. Sledgehammer Games previously worked on Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, which received mixed reviews. Along with their involvement in a future Call Of Duty game, it appears that they have another project in the works.
The news came from a now-deleted LinkedIn post by Andrew Wilson, the chief operating officer at Sledgehammer Games. He mentioned that they are looking to hire eight developers with knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 to work on an unexpected project. This was in response to a job posting from Ben Wanat, the senior creative director at Sledgehammer Games, who listed eight available positions for various roles. In the post, Wanat stated that they are looking for individuals who are friendly, hands-on, and have a deep understanding of Unreal Engine 5, and thrive in an indie-style development environment.
While the details about the project are still unclear, the mention of an indie-style development suggests that it could be a smaller-scale project or a support team for a larger title, possibly for a specific mode. The post was shared on Twitter by Xbox insider Klobrille, which sparked speculation among fans that it could be related to Halo in some way. It's worth noting that Halo developer 343 Industries recently rebranded to Halo Studios and switched to Unreal Engine 5 after using their own engine for decades. However, it's unlikely that the project is related to Call Of Duty, as those games are typically made using the IW engine.
Although it hasn't been officially announced, with Microsoft's recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard, they have the freedom to use the studios however they see fit. However, they have indicated that they will maintain the current structure, with one studio leading the development of a new game in a roughly three-year cycle. If Sledgehammer Games is not assisting with Halo, then it remains a mystery as to what the job postings are for. It could also potentially hint at a new spin-off or a completely new IP.
So, is Sledgehammer Games working on a Halo game? With the struggles and delays surrounding Halo Infinite, it's possible that Microsoft is looking to ensure that the next installment in the franchise can deliver the same quality as Call Of Duty within a strict timeframe. Since 343 Industries took over the franchise from Bungie in 2012, the popularity of Halo has diminished, so bringing in a team with experience in creating highly polished shooters could be a smart move to capitalize on the Activision acquisition.
In a blog post last month, Halo Studios confirmed that they are working on multiple Halo games, marking the beginning of a new chapter. It's likely that we won't hear anything about these new projects for a few years. In the meantime, Sledgehammer Games is believed to be working on the next Call Of Duty game, rumored to be a sequel to Black Ops 2. With the successful launch of Black Ops 6, it's clear that the Call Of Duty franchise is still going strong.
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