gamescom 2015: Halo 5: Guardians Goes Big with Premium Hardware

If you’re anything like us, you’re itching to get your hands on the eagerly awaited Halo 5: Guardians, the biggest title in the greatest games lineup in Xbox history and the most awarded version of Halo ever at E3. Well, you don’t have long to wait – it’s coming on October 27. To celebrate, we’re excited to announce several new Halo-inspired premium hardware options which will be available in the weeks leading up to launch. We’ve got the Xbox One Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition bundle, a pair of limited edition Halo 5: Guardians wireless controllers, and a killer new gaming headset from our friends at ASTRO Gaming – available for pre-order today.

The Xbox One Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition Bundle

Our Xbox One Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition Bundle is headlined by a 1TB custom-designed Xbox One console and controller, inspired by Spartan Locke and UNSC technology. It features two-tone paneling, blue metallic accents, graphics on the vents, and in-game sounds, including the Plasma Grenade charging up when turning the console on, smart-link activation when hitting the eject button and more. The sleek design details extend to the included Limited Edition wireless controller – which complements the console with chrome and metal details, and a honeycomb pattern and insignias. It also includes a 3.5mm audio jack, allowing you to plug your favorite gaming or audiophile headphones directly into the controller, making it perfect for Halo 5 multiplayer sessions. And, the mono Xbox One Chat headset is included, featuring mute switch, rotational volume dial and adjustable mic boom. The bundle is truly a one-of-a-kind collector’s item.

The bundle includes a full game download of Halo 5: Guardians. You’ll also get the Warzone REQ Bundle, which packs in 14 premium Requisition Packs, FOTUS-class armor, and exclusive multiplayer emblem. As if that wasn’t enough, the bundle also includes an alloy Guardian model designed by Metal Earth, the Halo: The Fall of Reach animated series, team dossiers for Blue & Osiris, and Spartan Locke’s classified orders. The bundle is available in most major markets worldwide starting on October 20 (October 22 in Japan), priced at $499.99 USD. If you purchase this bundle, you will have the added benefit of pre-downloading Halo 5: Guardians in advance, so you’re locked, loaded and ready to play on day one – October 27.

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Xbox One Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians Wireless Controllers

We’ve got two limited edition Halo-themed Xbox One wireless controllers with unique laser-etched designs. The first, the Xbox One Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians Wireless Controller, features metallic blue accents inspired by Spartan Locke and UNSC military insignias, and comes with a bonus REQ Pack including the Resolute visor. As noted above, this controller will be included with the Xbox One Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition Bundle. The second, the Xbox One Limited Edition Halo 5: Guardians – The Master Chief Wireless Controller, features the signature green and metallic orange accents of the Master Chief’s armor, and it comes with a bonus REQ Pack including the Dauntless visor. And of course, both controllers include a 3.5mm audio jack. Both will be available for $69.99 USD ERP at retailers worldwide, starting in early October.



ASTRO Gaming A40+MixAmp M80 Halo 5: Guardians Edition Headset

Officially licensed for the Xbox One, the new ASTRO A40+MixAmp M80 Halo 5: Guardians Edition headset features a custom dark chrome matte finish with metallic blue accents, and a subtle-yet-striking Halo-inspired graphical treatment. With this headset, you can enjoy the best sound quality, and an unprecedented level of control over your gaming audio environment in the biggest Halo game yet.

In addition, the headset comes with an in-game REQ Pack. The ASTRO A40+MixAmp M80 Halo 5: Guardians Edition headset hits stores in September – but you can pre-order it now for $220.00 at select retailers nationwide, or directly from ASTRO Gaming.



It’s a great time to be a
Halo fan. The biggest title in the greatest game lineup in Xbox history is nearly here, so get locked, loaded, and ready for Halo 5: Guardians with these premium, limited edition Xbox One goodies. We’ll see you in-game on October 27, Spartan!