In a truly exceptional move for the video game world, Halo Studios and Microsoft granted official permission for a fan-made game inspired by Halo, named Spartan Survivors, to proceed. This unique project has now officially arrived on Steam, as announced by its developer, Bathrobe.
The developer, Bathrobe, excitedly shared the news via Twitter:
BREAKING: Spartan Survivors is officially available on Steam!
The day has finally come and you can download it right now, for free obviously.
Play it, share it, and most importantly: have fun with it! 🔥— Spartan Survivors (@SpartnSurvivors) October 28, 2025
Indeed, Spartan Survivors is completely free to play on Steam, a key requirement set by Halo Studios when they gave their approval. Another crucial condition was the inclusion of a clear legal disclaimer on all game pages and within the credits, stating unequivocally that this project is not an official Halo title nor is it directly affiliated with Halo Studios or Microsoft.
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Bathrobe characterizes Spartan Survivors as an exciting roguelike shooter, blending elements from the Halo universe with the frenetic action of a Bullet Heaven game. Players can step into the boots of iconic characters like Master Chief or the Arbiter, battling endless waves of Covenant and Flood adversaries. While currently a PC exclusive, plans are already in motion for a future release on Xbox Series X|S.
In related news from the Halo World Championships, Halo Studios also officially showcased Halo: Campaign Evolved. This modern remake of the very first Halo title is set to make history as the franchise’s debut on PlayStation 5. Furthermore, Halo Studios confirmed that all upcoming Halo games will support cross-platform play, expanding their reach to a wider audience.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is slated for release across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC in 2026. Looking ahead to next year’s 25th anniversary of the Halo franchise, Microsoft has announced ‘Halo Fest,’ a special celebration event to be held in Seattle in December 2026.
To get a broader perspective on the franchise, check out a gallery featuring some of the best Halo FPS games:
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