Xbox wants you to revisit Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 as free co-op update announced

A major free update for Halo: Campaign Evolved has been announced, bringing back Firefight in a big way.

For the uninitiated, Firefight has always been the series’ go-to co-op mode, allowing Spartans to team up and fend off waves of bloodthirsty opponents together.

And yes, the update will be completely free for all existing players. This should add some serious value to Campaign Evolved’s overall package.

The update is expected to release “this winter,” according to Halo Studios’ Tahir Hasangjekaj. Details will be revealed during this year’s Halo Fest, which takes place next month on December 12-13.

Additionally, this new iteration of Firefight will actually be playable at Xbox FanFest This evening. So if you’re interested in first impressions, keep an eye out for what attendees have to say.

By almost all accounts, Campaign Evolved struggled commercially after its July release. As such, it will be interesting to see if this update leads to an increase in users.

Equally interesting is that this new Firefight could end up being the last production run by Halo Studios, given that the developer has essentially been turned into a support team at this point.

Will this update bring you back to Halo: Campaign Evolved? Could you and a few friends take part in the new Firefight? Lock and load in the comments section below.