Microsoft and 343 Industries have announced plans to partner with several companies in order to bring new Halo-branded merchandise to fans in the coming years.
A post on the Xbox Wire gives brief descriptions of these partnerships, including what new merchandise these deals will bring to market:
AC Worldwide: 30cm tall Bluetooth speakers in the shape of Halo characters (U.S., Canada, Europe).
Bensons Trading Company: show bag novelty items including key rings, sippers, balls, inflatables, backpacks, stickers, temporary tattoos, mugs and cups, drink bottles and more (Australia, New Zealand)
Danilo Promotions: calendars, greeting cards, gift wraps and more (Europe).
H2W Sunstaches: Halo-themed novelty and traditional sunglasses (U.S., Canada).
Industrias Darks: T-shirts, hoodies, varsity jackets, leggings (Mexico).
Jada Toys: Two, four and six-inch “METALS” Halo die-cast statues (Worldwide).
Licensing Essentials: Apparel for men, ladies, underwear, sleepwear, headwear, homewares and giftware (Australia, New Zealand).
PDP: customized Halo-themed controllers and faceplates (U.S., Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia, New Zealand).
Rubber Road: Holiday-themed sweaters, knitted hats, coat hooks, water bottles and coffee travel-mugs (U.S., Canada, Europe).
ThinkGeek: Desktop weapon replicas, drinkware, USB chargers for car, desktop and portable needs, giant slippers, foam melee weapons and role-play ballistic weapons (U.S., Canada and Worldwide Online).
Wicked Replicas: Lighting (Headlamp Heroes, Logo Lamps, Neon Lamps) plus tin signs, flexible wearable masks and numerous replicas (Australia, New Zealand).
Alongside these partnerships, 343 is also extended its relationship with The Coop, and Skullcandy & ASTRO Gaming. J!NX will be adding plushes to its Halo line of merchandise, and Dark Horse Comics will be bringing Halo comics to the comic subscription service Comixology Unlimited.
In other Halo news, Microsoft announced at its E3 press conference that RTS Halo Wars 2 will come to PC and Xbox One on February 21st.
See below for our list of partners and affiliates: