Editions, Prices & Where to Buy
Out now — released July 28, 2026
Which Edition Should You Buy?
Quick answer: Game Pass if you have it, Standard if you don't
| Edition | Price | What you get | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $49.99 | Full game: all 13 missions, co-op, all Skulls | Most players, especially on PS5 |
| Digital Premium | $69.99 | Standard + 5-day Early Access (began July 23) + cosmetic content | Cosmetic collectors (Early Access value has passed) |
| Game Pass | Included | Standard content, day one, on Game Pass Ultimate & PC Game Pass. Optional $20 upgrade to Premium content | Anyone already subscribed (Xbox / PC) |
| Collector's Edition | $199.99 | Physical collector items + Premium content | Sold out before launch |
Only Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass include the game. Essential and Premium tiers do not. Early Access was never part of Game Pass.
Release Timeline
How the launch rolled out
- June 7, 2026— Release date announced at Xbox Games Showcase; pre-orders opened
- July 23, 2026— Early Access began (Digital Premium & Collector's Edition)
- July 28, 2026— Worldwide launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (8am PDT)
- July 29, 2026— Launch in Japan and parts of Asia-Pacific
Where to Buy
Official store links
PlayStation Store
Halo's first game on PlayStation. Standard purchase — no Game Pass equivalent on PS5.
PlayStation Store →Xbox Store
Supports Xbox Play Anywhere: buy once, play on console and PC. Included with Game Pass Ultimate.
Xbox Store →Steam
Steam achievements and cloud saves. Check the system requirements before you buy.
Steam Store →Buying FAQ
Q: Is Halo: Campaign Evolved on Game Pass?
A: Yes. It is included day one with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass (standard edition content). The Essential and Premium tiers do not include it, and Game Pass does not include the 5-day Early Access.
Q: How much does Halo: Campaign Evolved cost?
A: The Standard Edition is $49.99. The Digital Premium Edition is $69.99 and includes 5-day Early Access plus cosmetic content. Game Pass members can upgrade to Premium content for $20.
Q: When did Halo: Campaign Evolved release?
A: July 28, 2026 worldwide (July 29 in Japan and parts of Asia-Pacific). Early Access for Digital Premium and Collector’s Edition owners started July 23, 2026.
Q: Is there a physical version?
A: Yes. The boxed version ships with a real disc, and the Collector’s Edition ($199.99) sold out before launch.
Sources: Xbox Wire (Jun 7 / Jul 21 / Jul 23, 2026), Halo Waypoint editions support page. Last updated July 27, 2026.
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