Xbox confronts possible game removals and a Halo reboot as part of internal reset

Two licensed titles on the Xbox Store – Funko Fusion and Star Trek: Legends – are being closely watched for a potential delisting in July. No official statement from Microsoft has confirmed the removal, but a steep 95 % discount on Funko Fusion and reports of the Star Trek game disappearing from some stores have raised concerns among players about the fragility of games that rely on multiple licenses. If the licences are not renewed, the titles could be taken down, leaving existing owners able to re‑download but preventing new purchases.

Meanwhile, Xbox is reportedly using the Halo franchise as a cornerstone of a broader corporate reset. Internal reports suggest Microsoft plans to allocate more resources to Halo, possibly involving collaborations with the Call of Duty studios, and to accelerate development across its flagship series. A new Halo game is expected, and the series will debut on PlayStation 5 with the Halo: Campaign Evolved remake, though no post‑launch content or photo mode is planned. These moves signal a strategic shift aimed at revitalising Xbox’s flagship IPs amid leadership changes.