Halo Studios rebrands and shifts to Unreal Engine for future projects
Summary: 343 Industries has officially rebranded as Halo Studios and confirmed a switch from the Slipcase engine to Unreal Engine for future projects. This change aims to enhance graphics quality, as the studio seeks to revive the franchise's original visual appeal.
The decision follows challenges faced during the development of Halo Infinite, which was hindered by the aging Slipcase code. The studio's leadership expressed optimism about Unreal Engine's capabilities, indicating a significant shift in their development approach.
Halo Studios is currently hiring for various positions, signaling a new phase for the team after reported layoffs and internal conflicts over the engine transition. Multiple Unreal-powered projects are now in development.
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