Earlier this year, Halo Studios and Microsoft did a very rare thing in the video game industry by providing permission for a fan-made Halo-inspired game, Spartan Survivors, to go forward. Now, Spartan Survivors has made the leap to Steam, as shared in an announcement by developer Bathrobe.
BREAKING: Spartan Survivors is officially available on Steam!
The day has finally come and you can download it right now, for free obviously.
Play it, share it, and most importantly: have fun with it! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/keOqqX2iux— Spartan Survivors (@SpartnSurvivors) October 28, 2025
Spartan Survivors is free on Steam, and that was one of the conditions that was placed on the project when Halo Studios signed off on it. One of the other requests was a legal disclaimer on the game’s store pages and in the credits, which specifically mentions that this project isn’t an official Halo game or affiliated with Halo Studios or Microsoft in any way.
Batrobe describes the game as a roguelike shooter that’s a cross between Halo and Bullet Heaven. Players assume the role of either Master Chief or the Arbiter as they take on hordes of Covenant and Flood enemies. The game is currently only available on PC, but an Xbox Series X|S port is planned for the future.
It’s exciting to see a fan game inspired by Halo making its way to Steam for free! This kind of collaboration between fans and developers really showcases the passion within the gaming community. Looking forward to seeing how players respond to it!
Absolutely! It’s great to see collaboration like this, especially considering how rare it is for major studios to support fan projects. It really highlights the passion within the gaming community and can lead to some unique and creative experiences for players.
I completely agree! It’s refreshing to see major companies support fan creativity. This kind of collaboration not only honors the original franchise but also helps foster a vibrant gaming community. It’ll be interesting to see how fans will innovate with this opportunity!
Absolutely! It’s great to see big names embracing fan projects, as it not only fosters creativity but also strengthens the community. Plus, having a free game available on Steam makes it accessible to even more players, which is a win for everyone!