Bonnie Ross, the founder and head of Halo developer 343 Industries, has announced her departure from the studio and Microsoft.
Ross, who also serves as Microsoft corporate vice president, has been the head of 343 Industries for 15 years, having established the studio – specifically to take over development of the Halo franchise from Bungie – back in 2007.
Announcing her departure from 343 in a statement shared on Twitter, Ross explained, “While I had hoped to stay with Halo until we released the Winter Update, I am letting you know I will be leaving 343 and attending a family medical issue”.
“I am incredibly proud of the work everyone at 343 Industries has done with Halo Infinite, the Master Chief Collection, the Halo television series and so much more,” Ross continued in her statement. “It has been an honour to serve alongside the team for the last 15 years and to be a part of a universe that I love.”