Rumors are abound that Ryan Payton, well-known for serving as assistance producer for Kojima Productions throughout the duration of Metal Gear Solid 4 development, has joined the ranks of Microsoft to helm as creative director on Peter Jackson’s Halo project.

Wanting to work closer to family, Payton announced his departure from Kojima Productions last month, but did not reveal where he was headed. Certainly, the move to Microsoft makes sense.

New Halo Helmed By MGS4 Producer [Kotaku]

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