Microsoft and Ensemble gave Halo and strategy game fans a reason to celebrate yesterday as Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's entertainment and devices division, confirmed during his CES keynote presentation that the “Halo Wars” demo will launch Feb. 5 via Xbox LIVE. Additional details about the “Halo Wars” demo will be provided shortly.

Halo Wars will be available at retail as follows:

  • Japan and Asia Pacific: Feb. 26
  • Europe: Feb. 27
  • US, Canada, Mexico and South America: March 3