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Halo 2 & 3 Remakes, Marvel Tokon Roster Expands, and Tekken 8 Update - Gaming News May 2026

Video GamesSunday, May 3, 2026

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  • Halo Studios is actively developing remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3 with Unreal Engine, set for release in 2026, marking a significant ongoing investment in the Halo franchise despite mixed reactions to Campaign Evolved.[Destructoid]
  • Bungie is supporting the Marathon franchise with a strategic plan focused on multi-year story development through frequent smaller updates rather than large content expansions, highlighting a shift toward sustained engagement.[Kotaku]
  • Survios, a VR game developer behind Alien: Rogue Incursion, has undergone mass layoffs that signal financial or strategic difficulties in the VR development space, illustrating ongoing challenges for VR studios.[Push Square]
  • The closures of Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin mark a major pivot in Xbox's development strategy, as described by a former Elder Scrolls Online executive, reflecting significant changes in Microsoft's approach to studio management.[PC Gamer]
  • Activision appears to be continuing support for legacy consoles by releasing the upcoming Call of Duty game on PlayStation 4, ensuring that the large player base on older hardware remains included despite new generation platforms.[Destructoid]
  • Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved notable commercial success by selling over 500,000 copies within three days of release, balancing modernization with appeal to longtime fans.[Destructoid]
  • Concerns about Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Codename Invictus have arisen following a reportedly poor private PvP playtest, suggesting potential struggles in development and possible delays for the anticipated PvP-focused title.[Kotaku]
  • NetHack, a nearly 40-year-old classic roguelike, has released version 5.0.0 featuring over 3,000 patch notes, highlighting its rare longevity and continued active community development in the gaming world.[PC Gamer]
  • Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has expanded its PS5 and PC fighter roster by adding Savage Hulk and Shuri as Black Panther, with fan speculation about further characters like Carnage fueling excitement ahead of launch.[Kotaku]
  • Tekken 8 will reintroduce Kunimitsu to its character lineup on PS5 starting May 27th for Season 3 pass holders, with individual purchase available on June 1st, increasing the game’s roster and maintaining fan interest.[Push Square]

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