Halo Movie? 2012? DreamWorks and Spielberg?

UPDATE:  In speaking to IGN regarding this new information, Microsoft responded stating:

The information in the press release in question is inaccurate. We have no plans for a Halo feature film right now. Our focus is on developing Halo: Anniversary and Halo 4

Though in a rather shattering blow to our excitement, at least we got more than the usual “We do not comment on rumours or speculation”. On the plus side, there isn’t long to wait before the next Halo title hits store shelves with Halo: Anniversary launching 15th November 2011. Have you given the new Title Update playlist beta a go on Halo: Reach yet? Let us know what you think in the comments.

Original Article:
According to the folks over at Eurogamer, it may not be long before we see the Chief on the big screen! Casting all preconceptions of video game adaptations aside, this is some very interesting news for the fans.

The latest Halo novel ‘Cryptum’ (the first book in the Forerunner Saga, due for release shortly), has some interesting nuggets in the French Press Kit.

“A film adaptation is set in 2012. It will be conducted jointly by two heavyweights of American cinema: Steven Spielberg and Dreamworks.”

While it is unclear whether this ‘adaptation’ refers to the Halo franchise as a whole, or indeed this latest novel, is yet to be revealed, and presumably someone at PR will be getting some words!

The Halo movie has often sneaked out of the shadows; back in 2009, Eurogamer also reported that there were negotiations relating to a legendary Hollywood director to work on the film.

Lets hope we hear more from this soon! Especially with the London Comic-Con due to kick off later this month. Stay tuned to Push-Start.