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Spotlight: April 23, 2025

Games

Halo Infinite

Big Team Battle is bigger and battle-ier than ever in Halo Infinite already. But it’s time to take it up a notch and add “more bombastic than ever” to the list now too.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">EXTRACTION</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307.jpg" alt="A fully loaded Warthog of Spartans on their way to an Extraction Zone in Big Team Battle." class="wp-image-135680" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_307-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Not seen since Halo 4, Multi-Site Extraction lands on the (big) battlefield. With a win condition of “first to 7 extractions,” you and your team will want to have a plan in place. Cover one zone and go 1:1 with the opposing team? Or battle for both? The choice is yours but be ready to move swiftly to snag the zones from your enemies. Each extraction is worth 1 point so just get 7 and you win. That’s probably easier said than done but you got this. I believe in you!



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">ASSAULT</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310.jpg" alt="Two Spartans with the bomb in a Warthog" class="wp-image-135666" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_310-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



By now you know the drill. Grab your bomb, load up a vehicle for optimal shenanigans, and full steam ahead into the enemy base to arm the bomb. Or, in the case of One Bomb, you’ll need to be prepared to swap between offense and defense as you take turns attacking and repelling the enemy.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">BATTLEGROUNDS</h2>



Coming alongside the new modes are a few new battlefields for you to enjoy. Revel in their g(l)ory and majesty.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Flood Gulch</h2>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/7097bc4f-efcf-4c5a-a96e-4ddb03e84d2a">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013.jpg" alt="Flood infested remake of Blood Gulch called "Flood Gulch"" class="wp-image-135596" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Floodgulch_1920x1080_Watermarked_013-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



These hallowed grounds absolutely ooze with familiarity. Watch your step.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Credence</h2>



Credits: Zaddy Hammer <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4a93a3a7-367f-4612-b996-3b36b695515c">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010.jpg" alt="A forest themed Halo Infinite Forge map called "Credence"" class="wp-image-135610" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Credence_1920x1080_Watermarked_010-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



This hauntingly beautiful forest of ruins will have you standing on the edge of eternity, looking out over the vast expanse below you, contemplating why we’re even here.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Dawnbreaker</h2>



Credits: Anvil Prime 52, Galaxytivity, Cousin Tim, I Crush All, Draius <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/317965fe-1e78-4a00-b1bf-0bfd102cef9a">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite Forge map called "Dawnbreaker"" class="wp-image-135624" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Dawnbreaker_1920x1080_Watermarked_007-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



As the day breaks, you will need to be on the lookout for all types of assaults as this map has it all. Fabulous footpaths for infantry and open spaces for vehicles to careen through – anything goes.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Threshold</h2>



Credits: Squally DaBeanz, Kat Rat A Tat, NightAvenger01 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ebd6e1f9-a9db-4a33-b326-afed741eadd0">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite Forge map "Threshold"" class="wp-image-135638" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Threshold_1920x1080_Watermarked_002-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



The installation survives while the fire burns below. Break left or right when leaving your base unless you think you can make the leap across the gap without falling to the pit below.



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This BTB refresh will knock your socks off with the explosive new content so pack a spare pair on your way to the battlefield. We’ll see you there!

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April Big Team Battle Refresh

Forge Features

Community Cartography 034

Forge Features: April 16, 2025

HCS is headed to Arlington, Texas next week!



Ahead of the HCS Major in Arlington, hosted by OpTic Gaming, we sat down with <a href="https://x.com/DIV360">Diviyan</a>, Producer for the HCS crew, <a href="https://x.com/Wes_Clutch">Wes</a>, aka Clutch, Competitive Insights Team & Caster/Analyst, and <a href="https://x.com/RichieHeinz">Heinz</a>, the HCS Competition Coordinator to take a look at the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/optic-major">upcoming event</a>.



Some highlights include:



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<li>An intro and quick back story on everyone’s road to HCS</li>



<li>The new S&D Extraction mode
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<li>Playable next weekend in Arlington!</li>
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<li>HCS Arlington</li>



<li>Early predictions</li>
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If you missed us live, you can catch the full episode now!



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Spartan Chatter is an audio series, a podcast if you will, hosted on our <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">official Halo Discord</a> which brings members of the studio together to discuss all things Halo with a live audience.



Keep an eye on our <a href="https://twitter.com/Halo">Twitter</a> and our <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">Discord server</a> to be the first to know about future Spartan Chatter installments so you can mark your calendars and join in when they happen!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06.png" alt="Two Spartans battling in a 1 versus 1 scenario with "Halo" + Discord overlaid on top." class="wp-image-134313" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Discord_SC_06-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



You can find all previous episodes of Spartan Chatter on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SWLEPaTx4c&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-">YouTube channel’s Podcasts page</a> and on our Discord server but here are some recent episodes to enjoy:



Episode 3: Ranked Matchmaking with Tashi Hasandjekic  <a href="https://youtu.be/fQn8wuvz6P0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1129534622267613216" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Discord</a> 



Episode 4: Halo: Outcasts with Jeff Easterling and Alex Wakeford  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL2mK1cZhi8&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1139676521884286986" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Discord</a> 



Episode 5: Firefight: King of the Hill with Michael Schorr and Connor Kennelly <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcFPhwKyhfs">Youtube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1184677478346805259">Discord</a>

Episode 06

HCS Arlington Preview | Spartan Chatter

Fiction

Waypoint Chronicles

Halo Studios

Halo: Tulpamancy

Spotlight: April 9, 2025

Forerunner Operation Launch

Too often have we all gazed upon the playlists and wistfully longed for the mashup of our dreams – Husky Raid and Assault. Today, our dreams come true. We’re mixing the bombastic chaos of Husky Raid with the strategy of tactical Assault. We call it…Husky Assault. (Betcha didn’t see that coming.)



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">Assault on the Husky Raid</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401.jpg" alt="Two Spartans in a match of Husky Assault, one holding a Needler and the other holding the Bomb" class="wp-image-133833" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Forerunner_PK_1920x1080_Watermarked_401-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



The linear and somewhat claustrophobic nature of Husky Raid makes for thrilling and exciting games of Capture the Flag. That action gets flipped head over heels with the introduction of Assault. Now you’ll have to work together as a team to battle for the (neutral) bomb then escort your carrier to the base and allow them to plant the bomb… drive a wedge through the enemy lines, and try not to get left behind as the intensity of  Husky Raid rages all around you.



A new map is also joining the pantheon of tried-and-true Husky Raids:



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size" style="text-transform:uppercase">Warehouse</h2>



Credits: Karmaplex1283, ADSR7865 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a45096d8-7feb-4739-b67f-3b13781e32d1">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015.jpg" alt="Warehouse, a skatepark inspired map for Husky Assault" class="wp-image-133847" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HI_Warehouse_1920x1080_Watermarked_015-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Get your grunge on – a certain pro skater would feel right at home in this warehouse skate park.



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Husky Assault is there – what are you waiting for? Drop in and launch your assault on the enemy now!

Husky Assault

Welcome to another edition of Forge Features! This series highlights notable maps, modes, and other creations from our talented Forge community. Bookmark your favorites using the links below for your next custom game.



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What mighty works the Forgers have wrought! Our latest helping of Forgified maps and modes includes a selection of excellent Slayer locales, hilarious minigames, and an iconic retail experience that’s larger than life.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Monastery</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8278e064-4c68-4862-a1bf-5c5b2acca52b"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-1024x576.png" alt="A Sangheili statue seen through a glowing portal in the courtyard of a monastery." class="wp-image-132499" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Monastery_000_FEATURE.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8278e064-4c68-4862-a1bf-5c5b2acca52b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/the%20hairyman360" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the hairyman360</a>



A high-stakes symmetrical map for settling ancient grudges. High in the jagged peaks of Sanghelios, the red and blue temples of an unnamed cult have been turned into bases for opposing factions. Furnished with ascetic sleeping quarters, imposing statuary, and the delicate tweets of songbirds, you could almost feel zen about getting rekt in a 4v4.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Island Base</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3c872abd-2a1e-4d1c-bfd1-01501b6e6fb5"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-1024x576.png" alt="A tropical island base featuring a Pelican dropship, a scanning outpost, a radar tower, and two defensive bunkers." class="wp-image-132471" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/IslandBase_000.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3c872abd-2a1e-4d1c-bfd1-01501b6e6fb5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/DoomedSquash023" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DoomedSquash023</a>



Set at a UNSC outpost on a deserted isle, this map lays bare all approaches to scratch that beachhead itch. The exposed tropical surroundings revolve around a sleepy scanning station, whose lone open window is perfect for picking off attackers as they cower behind that Pelican on the tarmac.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Drillsite</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9832b848-c89b-41cb-8155-5e0d2a58a9ec"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001.jpg" alt="An offshore drilling platform in shallow water." class="wp-image-132545" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9832b848-c89b-41cb-8155-5e0d2a58a9ec" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Silencer%20EU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Silencer EU</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Ix%20Rose" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ix Rose</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Dreamz%20AJC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dreamz AJC</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/BaconJace2330" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BaconJace2330</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Davidedes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Davidedes</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/ESlapshot43" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ESlapshot43</a>



A painstaking remake of The Rig from Halo 5, this map is a masterclass in forced confrontations. Open expanses, clear sightlines, and cloistered underpasses offer a glimpse into the hard and ever-changing realities of life on the rig. Nobody tell head office about those pitfalls between platforms…



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Iconic Retail Experience</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c146c48e-803b-4927-ab4e-a3002c1a427e"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1024x576.png" alt="An overhead view of a large retail store." class="wp-image-132429" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c146c48e-803b-4927-ab4e-a3002c1a427e" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/RayRayRoosta" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RayRayRoosta</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/jjfree1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jjfree1</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/FailedPuppet768" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FailedPuppet768</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Hobo%20Baggins538" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hobo Baggins538</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/BurnsDemon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BurnsDemon</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/QuirkyLogic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">QuirklyLogic</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Sparklymingo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sparklymingo</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/SeerSpooky" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SeerSpooky</a>



They paved paradise and put up a parking lot—with convenient access to highways, druidic ruins, eight lanes of cheerful checkouts, and near-infinite easter eggs inside a fully realized big-box store. This map is a love letter to the “iconic American” retail experience, where excessive detail is matched only by its detailed excesses.



Try marauding through the sporting-goods section in a 10v10, or getting lost in the aisles during a game of hide and seek.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HOBA Hidden Valley</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d0ef4a14-e604-445d-93d6-746f7d20de29"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1.jpg" alt="Grunts lurch into combat with their AI champion." class="wp-image-132587" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d0ef4a14-e604-445d-93d6-746f7d20de29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/3fea16a8-50f7-4ac6-844c-c4f7306d55d8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/JovialCentaur5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">JovialCentaur5</a>



MOBA fans, rejoice! HOBA Hidden Valley pits you and your Grunt allies against a constantly spawning horde of foes in a roamable expanse filled with goodies. Your team earns points by dropping enemy Grunts or Spartans. First to 100 points wins the round, and the first team that wins three rounds claims victory.



If you’re brave enough, you can end the round instantly by assaulting the enemy’s AI-construct champion.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Gravemind</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4bf4fc25-0ad2-4af7-b4c7-ece92afda1b5"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003.jpg" alt="A monstrous Gravemind inside a Flood-infested Forerunner installation." class="wp-image-132601" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4bf4fc25-0ad2-4af7-b4c7-ece92afda1b5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2ec40c7f-34d6-4512-9682-2f7761b594c3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Starkey213036" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Starkey213036</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/DanZama22" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DanZama22</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/ArturBloodshot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ArturBloodshot</a>



This is not your grave—provided you can jump out of the way in time. This creepy-crawly and ludicrously fun mode by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TwA7lG__ac" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Forgers del Apocalipsis</a> pits a team of ‘goose riders against one massively mobile Gravemind. Use marking to leap the rampaging villain, and beware new obstacles dropped by the ‘mind himself.



Survive enough rapid heats, and you might live to write a poem about it.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tutorial: Survive the Undead</h2>



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Ever wanted to Forge your own undead survival mode? The Forge Falcons recently shared this in-depth video detailing how to recreate their fan-favorite <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-gb/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/6254af4b-c175-49aa-9991-77943b7fca01" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Survive the Undead mode</a> using a helpful starter canvas, with info for beginners as well as serious scripters.



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-gb/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f0d7c53f-8be3-477f-90f9-ac3453f49931" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get the Forge template here.</a>



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Stay tuned for another Forge Feature coming soon! To share your creations with the Halo Infinite community team, be sure to drop a link in the <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/1231006442656628758" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#forge-show-and-tell</a> channel of our <a href="https://discord.gg/halo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Discord</a> or post to <a href="https://reddit.com/r/halo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">r/Halo</a> using the Forge tag.



We’re also still looking for inspired Invasion maps to consider for future Recommends playlists. If you’ve got a great Invasion map you’d like us to see, be sure to use tag #343asks-invasion on your Forge creation before June 20.

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GGs to everyone who competed and congratulations to all teams who stamped their tickets to the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/optic-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS 2025 Kickoff Major in Arlington Texas</a>!



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">CONTENTS</h1>



<ul>
<li><a href="#leaderboards">Leaderboards</a></li>



<li><a href="#na">NA Results</a></li>



<li><a href="#eu">EU Results</a></li>



<li><a href="#mx">MX Results</a></li>



<li><a href="#anz">ANZ Results</a></li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="leaderboards">Leaderboards</h1>



Regional Leaderboards following the HCS Open Series: Road to Arlington.







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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="na">NA Results</h1>



A 3-peat for <a href="http://x.com/shopifyrebels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shopify Rebellion</a> as they lock in the #1 seed ahead of the HCS Arlington Major!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/shopifyrebels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shopify Rebellion</a> – Cykul – Frosty – Last Shot – Royal2</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/shopifyrebels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shopify Rebellion</a> – Cykul – Frosty – Last Shot – Royal2</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/shopifyrebels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shopify Rebellion</a> – Cykul – Frosty – Last Shot – Royal2</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/optic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">OpTic Gaming</a> – Bound – Lqgend – FormaL – Renegade</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-na-qual" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/lvthalo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LVTHalo</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54uQ0cQCxRI" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Qualifier / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PO-v0zG2qKo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Qualifier / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-na-os3" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/lvthalo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LVTHalo</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54uQ0cQCxRI" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #3 / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/PZadc2chnK0?si=HMjg4Q-z8og4F8h9&t=2522" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #3 / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-na-os2" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/lvthalo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LVTHalo</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/RnmOfbx7wBU?si=bwWUxw37TJYsTv1N&t=2692" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #2 / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/col8D9TZQFw?si=RKfSkQ35s0kyFfqW&t=2655" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #2 / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-na-os1" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/lvthalo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LVTHalo</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/kHkAeK2_7Uw?si=gBJj9kBp4LmMe6d1&t=4493" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #1 / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/BhyXH9rCkPA?si=gSzBw6m0meYC0vp7&t=2397" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #1 / Day 2</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="eu">EU Results</h1>



Team <a href="http://x.com/nmss_gg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nemesis</a> goes 4-for-4 as they clinch Pool Play at the Arlington Major!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/spacestation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – WuTum</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/spacestation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – WuTum</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/spacestation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – WuTum</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/spacestation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – WuTum</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-eu-qual" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/eurohaloleague" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EuroHaloLeague</a> – <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2413206038" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Qualifier</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-eu-os3" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/eurohaloleague" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EuroHaloLeague</a> – <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2407192715?t=00h10m05s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Open #3</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-eu-os2" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/eurohaloleague" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EuroHaloLeague</a> – <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2401204335?t=00h13m14s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Open #2</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-eu-os1" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a> Tournament VOD by <a href="http://twitter.com/eurohaloleague" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EuroHaloLeague</a> – <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2395141548?t=00h14m01s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Open #1</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="mx">MX Results</h1>



<a href="http://x.com/ethrgaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> punches their ticket to Texas! They will represent the MX region in the Arlington Major Open Bracket!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/ethrgaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> – Acid – Drift – Leuor – Tapping Buttons</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/ethrgaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> – Acid – Drift – Noblc – Tapping Buttons</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/ethrgaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> – Acid – Drift – Noblc – Tapping Buttons</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/ethrgaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> – Acid – Drift – Noblc – Tapping Buttons</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-mx-qual" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-mx-os3" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-mx-os2" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-mx-os1" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="anz">ANZ Results</h1>



<a href="http://x.com/mindfreak">Mindfreak</a> conquers the ANZ region as they secure their trip to throw down in the Arlington Major Open Bracket!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Plasma – Scoobmeistr – Swayz – Wryce</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Plasma – Scoobmeistr – Swayz – Wryce</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Plasma – Scoobmeistr – Swayz – Wryce</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://twitter.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Plasma – Scoobmeistr – Swayz – Wryce</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-anz-qual" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-anz-os3" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-anz-os2" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/arl25-anz-os1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Official HCS

HCS Open Series: Road to Arlington (2025)