Looking at the state of the Halo franchise as it nears its 25th anniversary in 2026, it’s clear that the storied sci-fi series has lost some of the spark that once helped it dominate the shooter genre. Thanks to sometimes controversial changes made to core gameplay mechanics and an increasingly convoluted storyline that turned away some long-time franchise fans, Master Chief’s most recent outings haven’t generated the same level of excitement as the series’ earliest entries. As 343 Industries plans for Halo’s future, the best way to move the series forward may be to revisit its past with a reboot.