Halo fans expecting a foray into the Battle Royale genre may need to curb their enthusiasm, as reports suggest that the long-rumored unannounced project, codenamed Project Tatanka, has faced an untimely demise before it could even be unveiled.
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Halo's Turbulent Journey
While Halo Infinite has managed to make a significant comeback from its lackluster launch, recent years have proven challenging for the beloved gaming series. Previously, there were hints of exciting projects within the Halo universe, but updates on these ventures have been notably scarce.
From Battle Royale to Cancellation
Project Tatanka, the clandestine Battle Royale game in development by Certain Affinity, a contributor to Halo Infinite's development, has recently faced the grim prospect of cancellation. Initially surfacing in April 2022, the project garnered attention as it evolved from a straightforward Battle Royale concept, according to a report by Bloomberg's Jason Schreier.
The latest blow to the project comes from an episode of the XboxEra podcast, where gaming insider Shpeshal_Nick discussed insider ColtEastwood's claim that Project Tatanka had been shelved. Shpeshal_Nick went further, asserting that the cancellation was more likely than a mere shelving, dimming hopes for the game's eventual revival.
Despite earlier reports indicating a shift in Project Tatanka's direction, possibly away from a Battle Royale format, the recent claims by insiders suggest a more drastic fate for the unannounced game. The podcast hosts on XboxEra deliberate on the specifics of shelving versus outright cancellation, with Shpeshal_Nick expressing a degree of certainty in the latter.
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