Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 Split-Screen Co-Op Requires PlayStation Plus for Both Players

Twenty bucks a year. Not bad. Halo Studios just dropped a bombshell: PS5 split-screen co-op in Halo: Campaign Evolved requires both players to have a PlayStation Plus subscription, a move that's already sparked heated debates among gamers, especially considering the more relaxed requirements on other platforms, which has many questioning the fairness of this decision.

It's strict. You'll need PlayStation Plus for both players. The real feel of local co-op on PS5 is impacted by this. Halo Studios made it clear: for split-screen, both accounts must have PlayStation Plus and a Microsoft account. We've seen a key difference in requirements for Xbox Series X | S and Steam - it's worth mentioning that only a Microsoft account is needed for split-screen on Xbox, and just a linked account on Steam. It's a bit of a hassle, in a way where you'll think about it every time you play with a friend.

PS5 Split-Screen Co-Op Now Gated Behind PS+

It's a problem. You'll need PlayStation Plus for both players. The PS5 has different rules. For Halo: Campaign Evolved, it's a key issue. We've seen this before, but it's still worth mentioning: the game launches on July 28, 2026, for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X | S, with a revamped co-op mode that supports up to four players online, which is definitely a major plus, but the fact that PS5 split-screen co-op requires PlayStation Plus for both players has put a damper on things, and it's not what you'd call the real feel of local play.

It's a big deal. You'll need PlayStation Plus for both players. The real feel of Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 is lost with this move. In the past, Halo was all about local co-op, no strings attached. Now, it's different. They've made a change that's worth mentioning: you need a subscription for split-screen co-op, even offline. That's a key point, and it's not sitting well with fans of the 2001 original.

PS5 Split-Screen's $59.98 Tax

• PS5 Split-Screen Co-Op Requirement: Both players must have an active PlayStation Plus subscription and a linked Microsoft account.
• Xbox Series X | S Requirement: Only a Microsoft account is required for split-screen; Xbox Game Pass for online co-op.
• Steam Requirement: A linked Microsoft account is sufficient.
• PlayStation Plus Tiers and Prices:

  Tier	Price
  Essential	$10.99/month
  Extra	$16.99/month
  Premium	$19.99/month

  (Prices were increased across all tiers in May.)

PS+ Double Tax Hits Split-Screen Fans

It's crazy. The Halo: Campaign Evolved news is not sitting well. You'll see a lot of upset people on X/Twitter and Reddit. They're saying things like, "

Needing to buy online to play local split screen is some next level insanity.

" It's a key point: you need PlayStation Plus for both players, which is worth mentioning. We've got people on Reddit who were super hyped, now they're just meh. One user said, "

Yeahhhhh this just went from a day-1 buy to a not-buy.

" It's not just that - the requirement for both players to have PlayStation Plus is what's getting to them. They've got a good point, you'll need an account with Microsoft and pay for PS Plus to play local co-op, which is pretty wild, and they're asking, "

You need to have an account linked to Microsoft AND pay for PS Plus just to play split-screen local co-op???

"

It's a cost. You'll pay for it. The decision impacts buyers. It's also about money and accessibility in local multiplayer. For Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5, this feels off, given its roots in offline co-op, and might push away some fans, which is worth mentioning, as they've come to expect a certain real feel from the game.

PS5's $70 Halo Split-Screen Bet

You'll need PlayStation Plus for a key feature. It's for co-op. The real feel of Halo: Campaign Evolved is there, though. We've seen it before - a game with a lot to offer, but with some issues. In this case, the split-screen co-op on PS5 is a key part of the experience, and it's only available if both players have a PlayStation Plus subscription, which is a bit of a downer, especially with the price increase in May, making you think twice about buying it, and wondering if it's worth the cost, considering the value you're getting. It's a key point to consider.

It's a tradition. Halo is known for co-op. You'll play with friends, no issues. The PS5 version of Halo: Campaign Evolved changes this, requiring PlayStation Plus for both players in split-screen co-op, which is key for local multiplayer gaming, and it's worth mentioning that this move sparks concerns about the real feel of playing together, with the added cost being a major factor for players.

It's about trust. You'll see this in Halo: Campaign Evolved. The PS5 version has co-op, it's split-screen. For this, you need PlayStation Plus, for both players. That's key. We've got a problem here, with costs and what you get. In the case of Halo: Campaign Evolved, it's worth mentioning that 343 Industries is part of this, with a crossover of online and offline play. The real feel of playing with friends is what matters, and it's the honesty from the developers that will make or break it.

It's a problem. You'll need PS Plus for both players. The real feel of Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 is key. We've seen issues like this before, they've caused controversy. For co-op enthusiasts, it's worth mentioning that Halo requires honesty from developers about what you need to play with friends, in this case, a subscription for both players, which is a major point of contention, particularly with the Halo series having broad multi-platform releases, and it's something that will impact the game's reception, especially on the PS5 platform.

<strong>A $60 Tax on Split-Screen Memories</strong>

It's a cost. You'll pay for it. The Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 split-screen co-op setup requires PlayStation Plus for both players, which is worth mentioning. For you, this means extra costs, on top of the game itself. We've seen more accessible co-op options on other platforms, you'll notice. As the July 28, 2026, release date approaches, IGN is trying to get a clearer answer from Sony, with the goal of understanding the reasoning behind this key decision for Halo: Campaign Evolved.

It's weird. You'll notice the change. The real feel of Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 is key. For some fans, it's a problem. They've changed their minds about buying it. A Reddit user said it best: "

Since when did we reach this level of madness?!?!

" That's the question, it seems. We've got a situation where local multiplayer access is tied to PlayStation Plus for both players, which is worth mentioning.