Real-time strategy makes an explosive return to the Halo universe in Halo Wars 2. Lead Spartans, Warthogs, and other classic Halo fighting forces in a brutal war against a terrifying new enemy on the biggest Halo battlefield ever.
 
All-new, action-packed story
The heroes of Halo Wars return to find themselves—and the galaxy—in more danger than ever. Following the events of Halo 5, the all-new story is told in action-packed missions set on the legendary Halo destination known as the Ark. Players will strategically command overwhelming firepower in large-scale battles against a terrifying threat facing the UNSC and all of humanity.
 
Multiplayer warfare
Play with or against your friends and the Xbox Live community in up to 3v3 matches. All-new units with explosive firepower, leaders with special abilities that help to turn the tide in battle, and thrilling multiplayer modes are at your fingertips as you wage war on a variety of maps.
 
Blitz: Instant Command
Blitz is an entirely new way to experience Halo Wars and real-time strategy gameplay. Combining tactical combat with card-based strategy, your deck is your army in Blitz as you build collections of powerful Halo vehicles and troops and command those units in fast-action matches online or solo against waves of enemies.
 
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