The company does not confirm whether the COVID-19 epidemic will end up influencing future delays, but states that it will make the right decisions in each case.
The coronavirus epidemic (COVID-19) has turned the video game industry upside down. Studios have opted for teleworking, while companies like Sony and Nintendo have already reported that they are closely following the crisis to make the right decisions. The Japanese have not ruled out possible delays in their first party titles due to the coronavirus. Meanwhile, Phil Spencer, head of the Xbox division, has acknowledged that there is unprecedented demand on Xbox Live. Matt Booty, responsible for Xbox Game Studios, was the next to explain the situation:
"We know that video games connect people during times of social estrangement," says Booty. "We are committed to providing the community with the highest quality games." According to the Xbox Game Studios leader, at the same time, the priority remains the safety and health of all employees of Microsoft teams. “Each study faces unique challenges and constraints that depend on the particular location. Many of our external development partners around the world are affected in a simulated way. " Booty stresses that they are supporting their study leaders with the goal of "making the right decisions for their studies and their video games individually."
Halo Infinite.
The specific case of 343 Industries
Halo Infinite is still in full swing, though the studio has admitted in a statement that they are still getting used to the new circumstances. “As the situation began to get worse in our area, two weeks ago, those responsible for Microsoft and 343 gave us instructions to work from home. Considering that safety is the most important thing during a stage like this, they gave us the advice to work at home since then ”.
According to this information, managers of 343 and Xbox are offering information about the progress of the virus and show the progress and changes that are being made during production. Halo Infinite is still slated for 2020 and will go on sale on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Source | Gamepot
