Microsoft’s Halo franchise has been one of the most successful and beloved video game series in the world for over two decades. The series has seen many changes and updates over the years, but one constant has been Joseph Staten, a veteran of the Halo franchise who has been with the company since its inception. Recently, however, Microsoft has announced that Joseph Staten has left the company after more than 20 years of service.

Joseph Staten first joined Microsoft in 1999 as a writer for the original Halo game. He was quickly promoted to lead writer and then creative director, where he was instrumental in developing the story and characters of the Halo universe. He was also responsible for the development of the iconic Halo theme music, which has become synonymous with the series.

Since then, Joseph Staten has been a key figure in the development of all Halo games, including Halo 2, Halo 3, Halo 4, and Halo 5. He was also involved in the development of the Halo television series and the upcoming Halo Infinite. His contributions to the franchise have been invaluable, and his departure from Microsoft is a major loss for the company.

Joseph Staten’s departure from Microsoft is a major blow to the Halo franchise, as he was one of its most important figures. His work on the series has been praised by fans and critics alike, and his absence will be felt in future Halo titles. It is unclear what his future plans are, but it is certain that he will be missed by all who have enjoyed his work on the Halo series.

Microsoft has yet to announce who will be taking over Joseph Staten’s role in the development of future Halo titles, but it is clear that his absence will be felt. His contributions to the franchise have been invaluable, and his departure from Microsoft is a major loss for the company.