Breaking: Helldivers 2 Hits Xbox Series X|S and Halo: ODST Crossover Kicks Off
On August 26 at 4:00 AM EDT / 1:00 AM PDT today, Helldivers 2 officially became available on Xbox Series X|S, marking a rare Sony franchise launch on Microsoft’s platform. Arrowhead confirmed the decision came directly from Sony, while the port itself was handled by Nixxes Software — the team behind PC versions of Ghost of Tsushima and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.
The highly anticipated Halo: ODST crossover launches later the same day at 8:00 AM EDT / 5:00 AM PDT. Players across all platforms can unlock the ODST Legendary Warbond — including iconic armor, weapons, and cosmetics — for 1,500 Super Credits.
For a full breakdown of the ODST Warbond contents, check out our detailed guide here.
Why It Matters
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The Xbox launch is a historic step for Sony, suggesting an evolving multi-platform strategy.
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Whether this signals more cross-platform releases is unclear, but with Bungie’s Marathon coming to Xbox under Bungie’s own publishing, all eyes are on Sony’s next move.
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Event |
Time (EDT) |
Time (PDT) |
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Xbox Launch |
4:00 AM EDT |
1:00 AM PDT |
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ODST Crossover Start |
8:00 AM EDT |
5:00 AM PDT |
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Warbond Price |
1,500 Super Credits |
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Port Developer |
Nixxes Software |
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