Los Angeles Chargers reveal NFL schedule with Halo Infinite

The Los Angeles Chargers have unveiled their 2026 NFL schedule using Halo Infinite, choosing a unique way to present the 18-week competition. The schedule begins in September 2026 and runs through January 2027, marking the second year in a row the team has used a video game for the reveal.

Creative reveal through Halo Infinite

The schedule reveal arrived in a video created with Halo Infinite's Forge mode. Teams were presented in a creative way, with each week’s matchup shown on the game’s Mission Select screen. This year’s video also included a specially designed boat to announce the Week 13 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Support from Xbox CEO

Asha Sharma, CEO of Xbox, showed enthusiasm for the creative approach by backing the Chargers’ post on social media, replying with three lightning bolt emojis. The interaction highlights the strong relationship between the Chargers and Xbox, and the role gaming continues to play in modern sports marketing.

Comparison with previous years

Last year, in 2025, the Chargers used Minecraft for a similar schedule reveal, showing that the team has developed a unique habit of weaving video games into its brand strategy. In 2024, The Sims 2 was the medium of choice, suggesting the Chargers have fairly varied gaming tastes.

Madden NFL 27

Alongside the schedule reveal, there is also news about the upcoming release of Madden NFL 27, which is expected to launch in August 2026. This edition will include new features, including new head coaches for nine of the 32 NFL teams. Madden NFL 27 is expected for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and possibly Switch 2, although the exact details have not been officially confirmed. With these developments, the Los Angeles Chargers and the NFL continue to highlight the growing influence of video games in the sports world.