Microsoft Confirms Halo Wars for 27th Feb in Europe, 3rd March in US

Microsoft confirmed today that Halo Wars, the action-based strategy game set in the iconic Halo Universe and created exclusively for Xbox 360, will be available in Europe on 27th February, whilst the US will get it slightly later on 3rd March.

Halo Wars will be available on the following dates:

* Japan and Asia Pacific: Feb. 26

• EMEA: Feb. 27

• Americas (US, Canada, Mexico and South America): March 3

• Pre-orders for “Halo Wars” are taking place at participating retailers nationwide now. Fans who pre-order will receive an exclusive in-game Warthog with flame decals. The Limited Collector’s Edition is also available and includes a special in-game “Honor Guard” Wraith, a graphic novel, six Leader cards and a “Spirit of Fire” patch. As an additional exclusive, LCE owners will get early access to the in-game “Halo 3” Mythic Map Pack for exciting new multiplayer action.

The Limited Collector’s Edition retails for an estimated retail price of $79.99, while the standard edition is available at $59.99.