Players looking to jump into Halo: Campaign Evolved can now get a clear picture of when the game will be accessible, with specific times outlined for both the premium edition's early access period and the standard release.
The premium and collector's editions of Halo: Campaign Evolved offer players an opportunity to begin playing five days earlier, starting on July 23. This early access comes at an additional cost of at least $20/£20. The release times for this early access are as follows:
- West Coast US: 8 am PDT
- East Coast US: 11 am EDT
- UK: 4 pm BST
- Europe: 5 pm CEST
- Australia: 1 am AEST (July 24)
Purchasers of the premium edition will also receive in-game cosmetic items, including six weapon skins and five Master Chief skins. However, those who pre-order any edition of the game will get the Foundry Pack, which provides two Master Chief and Assault Rifle skins. Halo: Campaign Evolved is also slated for release on Game Pass on its launch day.
The regular edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to launch on July 28, with release times mirroring those of the early access period, just five days later:
- West Coast US: 8 am PDT
- East Coast US: 11 am EDT
- UK: 4 pm BST
- Europe: 5 pm CEST
- Australia: 1 am AEST (July 29)
Preload options for those with premium and collector's editions, granting access from July 22, are reportedly live. While precise timing for the preload was not specified, it is presumed that standard edition preorders will also have access to downloads closer to the game's official release date. Further details regarding system requirements and edition comparisons can be found on Steam.