HALO MERCHANDISE
HALO
Microsoft’s iconic sci-fi series turns 13 this year and it shows no sign of waning in popularity. MCV looks at some of the merchandise available for the Halo universe
13 YEARS have now passed since Halo: Combat Evolved launched on the original Xbox back in November 2001.
Halo – and its 2005 sequel
– were the two projects that established Xbox as a console brand and remains its biggest IP. Since the end of 2001 the series has sold in excess of 50m units worldwide and generated over $3.4bn (£2bn) in revenue. Now, Microsoft has decided to celebrate the series to – ten
Since 2001, the Halo series has sold in excess of 50m units worldwide and generated £2bn in revenue.
HALO GRAPHIC NOVELS
The sci-fi series has inspired a number of comic book adaptations. These vary from a new take on the fi rst game, to independent stories that give details about the expanded universe.
SRP: £13 Distributor: Marvel Contact:
www.marvel.com
years after the launch of Halo 2 – by launching The Master Chief Edition. This was announced at Microsoft’s E3 press briefing last week and collects the first four numbered entries in the series. Not only this, it remasters Halo 2 and fans will be able to choose between playing with the updated textures and visuals, or the original – and admittedly dated – graphics. The Master Chief Edition is perfect for the hardcore Halo
HALO POSTERS
GB Eye has a number of posters based on the hit franchise, including artwork from Halo 4 and Spartan Assault.
SRP: £6.99 Distributor: GB Eye Contact: 0114 276 74541
June 20th 2014
HALO BOOKS
Fantasy publisher Titan’s Behind The Scenes book features over 400 images, including early concept art from the original title.
SRP: £24.99 Distributor: Titan Books Contact: 020 7620 0200
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HALO MEGA BLOKS WARTHOG
The most iconic vehicle to emerge from the Halo series it the Warthog. This set has two Spartans, an Elite and a slew of weapons.
SRP: £34 Distributor: Mega Bloks Contact: 0 1844 350033
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