The statement, which was signed by Pierre Hintze, the head of 343 Studio, delivers a firm rejection to put an end to the commotion caused by the rumours. Time will tell whether that stays true, but by having 343’s Studio Head make the comment, it appears as if Halo will actually remain with 343 Industries in the foreseeable future. 343 Industries has had a hard time following through with elements of the planned post-launch DLC of Halo Infinite. Unkept promises like the cancelled split-screen co-op as well as a lack of enthusiasm around the multiplayer modes have left Halo Infinite adrift in the shadow of its rivals.
Microsoft takes great care in how it manages social media messaging. Whether it’s the lighthearted appeals of gamers loving what they play or serious comments like the several Microsoft has had to make in the midst of the Activision merger, when a public statement is made by the corporation, there is a purpose with what and how it says things. Microsoft is going through numerous changes at the moment, but this statement means to suggest that for now, a split of 343 Industries and Halo isn’t going to be one of those changes.
