Summary
- Lenovo debunks rumors of Halo 5 PC port, clarifying recent promotion image was a mockup design.
- Halo 5 remains the only mainline title not on PC, despite Forge editor's 2016 release.
- Microsoft's renewed interest in PC could mean Halo 5 may arrive eventually, but no concrete evidence yet.
Lenovo has put to rest the recent speculation about a PC port of Halo 5: Guardians. A promotional image for the Lenovo Legion Go S suggested that the game might be coming to Steam, but it turns out this was just a mockup design.
With the release of Halo: The Master Chief Collection on PC a few years ago, Halo 5: Guardians now stands alone as the only mainline game in the series yet to make its way to the platform. This absence is particularly noticeable for PC gamers who wish to experience the complete Halo narrative but do not own an Xbox One. Interestingly, a PC version of the Forge editor for Halo 5: Guardians was made available back in 2016, yet the full game has not followed suit. Over the years, numerous rumors have circulated, but none have materialized into a release.
The buzz started up again after images of a mockup for the Lenovo Legion Go S hinted at Halo 5: Guardians coming to Steam. However, when directly questioned about whether this was a leak for the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct event, Lenovo's senior community manager, Ben Green, simply responded with, "No lol." At the time of writing, the image remains on the Lenovo site, and a genuine leak would likely have been swiftly removed. In a follow-up, Green confirmed he had "sent it over to our design team to take a look at."
Halo 5 PC Rumors Debunked by Lenovo
While Lenovo's clarification might be disappointing for those eagerly awaiting a PC version of Halo 5: Guardians, it's not the end of the road. Microsoft's recent focus on the PC platform could eventually lead to a decision to bring all Halo titles together under one roof. However, this remains speculative, and there's currently no solid evidence that Halo 5: Guardians will come to PC in the near future.
The Halo franchise is currently navigating an exciting phase. Halo Studios (formerly 343 Industries) is actively enhancing Halo Infinite with fresh content, yet the community is increasingly yearning for new experiences. Looking ahead to 2025, rumors are circulating about a potential remake of Combat Evolved and whispers of The Master Chief Collection possibly making its way to PlayStation. If these rumors hold true, it would mark a significant shift in direction for the franchise.
