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Spielberg to produce live-action 'Halo' series for Xbox One

By Kristen Butler, UPI.com
Director Steven Spielberg. (File/UPI/Pete Marovich/Pool)
Director Steven Spielberg. (File/UPI/Pete Marovich/Pool) | License Photo

In addition to unveiling its new Xbox One "all-in-one entertainment system," Microsoft used its presentation to announce the development of popular video game Halo into a live-action television series, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Steven Spielberg is set to executive produce the scripted "Halo" series, based on the multibillion-dollar game franchise that centers on a fight for humankind against an alliance of aliens. The series will include exclusive interactive Xbox One content created in partnership with 343 Industries and Xbox Entertainment Studios.

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For Microsoft, the transition to a full home entertainment system and the development of an original series around the game comes as digital platforms including Netflix and Amazon are creating original scripted content. Other non-gaming additions include voice search for TV, music and movies.

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