Microsoft set a launch date for Halo Wars 2, beta out now

In Halo Wars 2, Captain Cutter and his crew will face one of humanity’s most formidable threats yet: The Banished – a fierce and powerful Brute faction led by a cunning and lethal warrior known as Atriox. No word yet if the beta will be coming to the PC at any point, but we’ll keep you posted.

Again, Halo Wars 2 launches for the Xbox One and PC through Windows on February 21, 2017. Build and command powerful armies of vehicles and troops in epic battles on the biggest Halo battlefield ever.

More details of the retail version of Halo Wars 2 will be released tomorrow, and Microsoft teased Halo Wars: Definitive Edition, which is included in the game’s Ultimate Edition. Don’t leave it to long to try the game out – it’s only available to play until June 20. In this mode, players will fight until only one remains standing versus fighting for map control. Also live are pre-orders on the Xbox Store.

Here is the official description of Halo Wars 2. Once enough forces are gathered, players must race to destroy the enemy with overwhelming firepower, meaning that the key to victory is playing strategically and efficiently. Experience an all-new story across 13 action-packed campaign missions. A bit of a hidden announcement, but there you have it.