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HaloWC is just a few weeks away and today we’re sharing the final “Road to HaloWC” blog. By this point we’ve shared just about everything to expect at HaloWC and it’s time to share the final bit of news. 



But first, here are links to the other blogs if you’re looking to catch up: 



<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc-august" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Augu</a><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc-august">st 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-july">July 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-june" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">June 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-may" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">May 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april">April </a><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2025</a></li>
</ul>



Let’s go!



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TICKETING UPDATE</h1>



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At this point HaloWC has been sold out for quite a while. We typically sell out every year but usually in the week leading up to the event. This time we sold out about 2 months before, which is by far the earliest we’ve ever sold out. And if you consider the significant increase in ticket allotment compared to prior years – it’s truly remarkable. Thank you to everyone joining us at the event. 



If you’ve been following along on social you may have seen that we released another small batch of tickets and to our surprise they sold out in 30 seconds. After working with the venue and fire marshal we were able to open up another small batch of tickets. 



These FINAL tickets will go on sale on Wednesday, October 1 at 11am pt.  





This is the LAST CHANCE to get tickets for HaloWC 2025. We will not be selling tickets at the door as we normally do. This is it!



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALO COMMUNITY STAGE</h1>



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The Community Stage at HaloWC holds a special place in our hearts and this year is no different. If you’ve been following along you know that we’ll have panels for Steve Downes and Jen Taylor (the voices of Master Chief and Cortana), panels to celebrate anniversaries of Halo: Reach and Halo 5: Guardians, Canon Fodder Live, Cosplay Contest judging, and of course playdates where you can get on a stage for some fun matches yourself. 



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-june" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Back in June</a> we let the community know that we’d be continuing the conversation from last year’s HaloWC and the “A New Dawn” video and sharing more about what we’ve been working on. Like last year we’ll be on the Main Stage to talk about it but this year we’ve also got a “deep dive” panel planned for the Community Stage that you won’t want to miss.  



Both the segment on the Main Stage and the panel on the Community Stage will be going down early Friday afternoon on October 24 at HaloWC. Make sure you’re there early so you don’t miss a second! 



After the Charlotte Major in less than two weeks we’ll be sharing the full schedule for HaloWC so you know exactly when and where to tune in.  



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">GAMERS OUTREACH</h1>



The amazing folks at Gamers Outreach will once again be attending HaloWC with a booth featuring Halo streamers all in continuation of their mission to use games as a way to bring joy and normalcy to children in hospitals. Gamers Outreach have been longstanding partners with the HCS and we’re excited to continue this at HaloWC.



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If you’re at the event or even just watching online, please consider donating and rallying the community for the kids! 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALOWC MERCH</h1>



At HaloWC we’ll also be selling exclusive event merchandise. Here’s a sneak peek at what will be available: 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-1024x576.png" alt="HaloWC 2025 Exclusive Event Merch" class="wp-image-151555" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/09/HaloWC25-Merch-Tease-WAYPOINT-V2.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



We will have a full collection onsite, with even more gear for those looking to commemorate this momentous occasion in Halo esports history. 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALO INFINITE MVP</h1>



Each year the pro players attending HaloWC have the opportunity to vote on the MVP for that year. This year, as it’s the final official HCS event for Halo Infinite, we will also be gathering votes and awarding a special trophy for the MVP across all of Halo Infinite’s 4 year tenure.  



As we’ve seen in the past, this is a very special award. For Halo 5: Guardians, none other than Frosty went home with the award – who would you vote as the MVP across Halo Infinite? 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALO MAKER’S CONTEST</h1>



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This year we’ve added the Maker’s Contest to HaloWC to celebrate those fans who love creating different items from the Halo universe, and not just armors. Weapons, equipment, and all types of artifacts and items from the Halo universe now have their home at the Maker’s Contest.  



Registration for the Maker’s Contest is now open and we’re about half<s> </s>way filled up. If you’d like to register head to: <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e5db11a88ee4cc79626fafb826a4280" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LINK HERE</a> 



Again, there’s a $2,500 prize pool for this contest (in addition to the $5,000 cosplay contest). We hope to see everyone bring their best creations to the event! 



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



The Halo World Championship 2025 begins on October 24 and we can’t wait to host the Halo community here in Seattle. The support for HCS over the years, especially in this Halo Infinite era has meant the world to us and we want to look back fondly and celebrate with you all. Are you going to the event? Let know if you’re coming and what you’re most looking forward to! 



Thank you – and we’ll see you this weekend in Charlotte, and again in just a few weeks in Seattle. 



Thanks, 



Tashi

Tashi

Road to HaloWC 2025 – September

Charlotte Pool Play Teams

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HCS Points Leaderboards

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NA Champions

NA Results

EU Champions

EU Results

MX Champions

MX Results

ANZ Champions

ANZ Results

The road to Charlotte is complete!



GGs to everyone who competed and congratulations to all teams who secured a trip to the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/faze-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS Charlotte Major 2025</a> hosted by <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FaZe Clan</a>!



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



<ul>
<li><a href="#next">Up Next</a></li>



<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="next">Up Next: HCS Charlotte Major</h1>





The HCS returns to North Carolina with the HCS Charlotte Major hosted by <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports">FaZe Clan</a>.



Don’t miss your chance to join us at the final Major of the 2025 season as the world’s best teams throw down for qualification to the Halo World Championship! Tickets and team passes are available now!







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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="leaderboards">Leaderboards</h1>



Final HCS Leaderboards following the HCS Open Series: Road to Charlotte.







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



Team Envy claims the #5 seed ahead of the Charlotte Major!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/envy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Envy</a> – Yakzn – Precision – Descendant – Piggy</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/shopifyrebels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shopify Rebellion</a> – Last Shot – Cykul – Frosty – Royal2</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/optic">OpTic Gaming</a> – FormaL – Bound – SnakeBite (Sub for Renegade) – Lqgend</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/optic">OpTic Gaming</a> – FormaL – Bound – Renegade – Lqgend</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/CLT25-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=w0-silbaE9Y" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Qualifier / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuGCmk7_YO0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Qualifier / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/CLT25-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=kzrdkk2xF9I" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #3 / Day 1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuC5g773558" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #3 / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/CLT25-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/watch?v=qLE1ORz5FA4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #2 / Day</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQm87HAihM0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/kHkAeK2_7Uw?si=gBJj9kBp4LmMe6d1&t=4493" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtPWFqeR8Nk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #2 / Day 2</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/CLT25-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/watch?v=T0UwSEEYJ98" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NA Open #1 / Day</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQm87HAihM0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/kHkAeK2_7Uw?si=gBJj9kBp4LmMe6d1&t=4493" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1</a> – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ev-2C_yCHHQ" 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>



The #7 seed at HCS Charlotte goes to team <a href="http://x.com/majin_club">Majin Club</a>!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/majin_club" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Majin Club</a> – Bastoss – Mighty – Tchik – Septiq</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/nmss_gg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Team Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – Wutum</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/nmss_gg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Team Nemesis</a> – Glory – SLG – Snipedrone – Wutum</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/nmss_gg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Team 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/clt25-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/2560422389" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Qualifier</a></td><td>Week #3: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/clt25-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/2554480756" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Open #3</a></td><td>Week #2: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/clt25-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/2548451743" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EU Open #2</a></td><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/clt25-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/2542413724" 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>



Team <a href="http://x.com/akaveesports">Akave Esports</a> secures a paid trip to represent Mexico in the Charlotte Major Open Bracket!





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





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/clt25-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/clt25-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/clt25-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/clt25-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>



Australia’s best, <a href="https://x.com/Mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a>, are set to fight through the Charlotte Major Open Bracket!





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>ANZ Qualifier: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Barcode – Swayz – Scoobmeistr – Wryce</td><td>Week #3: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Pipz (Sub for Barcode) – Swayz – Scoobmeistr – Wryce</td><td>Week #2: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Barcode – Swayz – Scoobmeistr – Wryce</td><td>Week #1: Champions Team: <a href="http://x.com/mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> – Barcode – Swayz – Scoobmeistr – Wryce</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Qualifier: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/clt25-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/clt25-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/clt25-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/clt25-anz-os1" data-type="link" data-id="aka.ms/os1-eu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Bracket</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

HCS Open Series: Road to Charlotte (2025)

Click here to see more details for the Halo World Championship 2025

Welcome back!  



The Halo World Championship is just two months away and we’ve still got even more things to reveal that we think you’ll love! But first, here are links to the other blogs if you’re looking to catch up: 



<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-july">July 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-june" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">June 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-may" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">May 2025</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april">April </a><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2025</a></li>
</ul>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TICKETING UPDATE</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-1024x576.png" alt="Halo fans enjoying free-play at the Halo World Championship" class="wp-image-138536" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/05/HaloWC25-May-Featured.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



At this point, HaloWC is now over 95% sold out and we are expecting a packed house like HaloWC’s never had before. 



If you haven’t picked up your ticket yet, at this rate you’ve only got a few more days before they’re gone.  



Also, we’ve seen some conversations around the idea of extra VIP tickets being put on sale which I’d like to address so there’s an official source of info. We will NOT be opening up additional VIP tickets for sale. While they sold out almost instantly and there’s definitely appetite for more – it’s important to us that we deliver a great experience for our existing group of VIP ticket holders before we expand it further.







<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HALO COMMUNITY STAGE</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-1024x576.png" alt="Halo: Reach, George" class="wp-image-148134" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HALOWC-George.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



The Halo Community Stage is almost locked, but we’ve still got a gem for you all. Halo 5: Guardians is not the only game with an important anniversary taking place this year – we’re also going to be celebrating 15 years since Halo: Reach was released. A landmark game in the franchise, Reach introduced us to the amazing cast of characters that make up Noble Team and made us feel their sacrifice for the costly war against the Covenant.  



To relive the memories and hear untold development stories our very own <a href="https://x.com/ske7ch">Ske7ch</a> will be kicking it back with some of his old Bungie pals. 



Reach is near and dear to all of our hearts and really holds a special place in the Halo franchise so we’re all very excited for this panel. If you’ve got any questions – feel free to drop <a href="https://x.com/ske7ch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ske7ch</a> a line on X! 



In next month’s blog (which will be the last of the series) we’ll be sharing the full schedule for the Halo Community Stage so you’ll know when each panel will be going down! 



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">TEAM BOOTHS</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-1024x576.png" alt="Partner Booths at the Halo World Championship" class="wp-image-141796" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Booth-Experience.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



At this point we’ve confirmed that <a href="https://x.com/shopifyrebels">Shopify</a>, <a href="https://x.com/spacestation">Spacestation</a>, and <a href="https://x.com/cloud9">Cloud9</a> will have booths at HaloWC – and today we’re excited to confirm that <a href="https://x.com/tsm">TSM</a> will also be joining us onsite here in Seattle! 



In their booth you’ll be able to meet the players to get autographs and photos, and take part in giveaways going on throughout the weekend.



A big thank you to all of our partners for helping make this year’s HaloWC so special!



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">MAKER’S AND COSPLAY CONTESTS</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-1024x576.png" alt="Halo cosplayers on the main stage at the Halo World Championship" class="wp-image-148176" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HaloWC-Cosplay.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



Today we’re also excited to open submissions and registration for the Halo Maker’s and Cosplay Contests at HaloWC.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CONTEST ENTRY</h2>



<ul>
<li><a href="https://aka.ms/HaloWC-Cosplay-Contest" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">aka.ms/HaloWC-Cosplay-Contest</a></li>



<li><a href="https://aka.ms/HaloWC-Makers-Contest" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">aka.ms/HaloWC-Makers-Contest</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CONTEST RULES</h2>



<ul>
<li><a href="https://aka.ms/HaloWC-CosplayRules" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">aka.ms/HaloWC-CosplayRules</a></li>



<li><a href="https://aka.ms/HaloWC-MakersRules" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">aka.ms/HaloWC-MakersRules</a></li>
</ul>



If you’ve got any questions – don’t hesitate to reach out and ask!



Also for the maker’s contest explicitly, we’ve enlisted the help of <a href="https://x.com/nobleofdeath16">Jonah (NobleofDeath16)</a>, one of the 405th’s fearless leaders to ensure this is a smoothly run competition. If you’ve got any specific questions for Jonah, you can feel free to reach out to him.



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">COMMUNITY MEETUPS</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-141768" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloWC25-Spartans-Crowd.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



Like last year, the Community team will be hosting daily community meetups at the Halo World Championship! All fans in attendance are welcome to hang out with fellow Halo fans, show off their cosplay, play some games, be a part of group photos, and meet some folks at Halo Studios as well.  



The meet up schedule will be posted on the <a href="https://x.com/halo">Halo</a> social channels during the event itself so keep an eye out, and if you miss the announcements then be sure to visit the Info desk onsite for those details.  



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



We’re nearly at the finish line for the season as well as Halo Infinite for official HCS competition and we want to make sure that the HaloWC is as great of an event as fans expect it to be. The studio, alongside our partners, are working hard to deliver just that! Remember, we’re just a few more days away from selling this event out – thank you to everyone who’s purchased a ticket and we’ll see you all there! 



Thanks, 



Tashi

Road to HaloWC 2025: August

Click here for more details on the HCS Open Series

Click here to register for the next HCS tournament in your region.

Hey everyone, earlier this month we announced changes to the HCS map pool, and we’d like to go into a bit more detail on the thought process for those changes along with providing an update on Neutral Bomb in Ranked/HCS.



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Map Pool</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-1024x576.png" alt="Lattice map. A green crystal emanates light from a pedestal in an industrial research laboratory. Electricity links two severed halves of the large, green shard." class="wp-image-146036" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Lattice_Watermarked.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



While adding Lattice KotH, Oddball and Strongholds, we removed Solitude KotH and Streets Oddball. Over time, the map pool has increased and increased without much removal. Players have long been asking for a new asymmetrical competitive map. We’re excited for Lattice to freshen up the meta and strengthen the quality of our asymmetrical objective suite as well – something that we feel has plateaued. And with the addition of a new map, we knew that some shuffling was needed. The quantity was already higher than desired by both players and HCS alike so to keep the balance per mode reasonable, we felt it was best to remove 1 KotH and 1 Oddball. When surveying Ranked players, Live Fire and Recharge both score better as competitive maps than Solitude and Streets, so while it wasn’t an easy decision, we felt removing those kept the map pool its strongest. 



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Assault Update</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-1024x576.png" alt="Aquarius Neutral Assault returns" class="wp-image-147935" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/Aquarius-Assault.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



Regarding Assault, as shared earlier Neutral Bomb had a bug resulting in the mode being removed from HCS and Arena temporarily. This bug has been fixed, and you will see Neutral Bomb return to Ranked today. Since the temporary removal, we’ve seen the negative response to Fortress Bomb and while there are still some that enjoy it, we will be removing it from both Ranked Arena and HCS. Aquarius Bomb will be returning to Ranked today and HCS play beginning this weekend. Thanks everyone for continuing to voice that feedback! 



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Moving Forward</h1>



The gametypes that you will see in the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/open-series" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS Open Series</a> this weekend will also be the gametypes played through the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/faze-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS Charlotte Major</a> and the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/esports/halowc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halo World Championship</a> in October. 



We’ll see you there!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-1024x576.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Charlotte - Compete Now!" class="wp-image-147921" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/CLT25-Open-Series-VISID-Dates.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>

Ranked and HCS Map Pool Update

Click here to purchase tickets to the HCS Charlotte Major

Click here to purchase a Team Pass for the HCS Charlotte Major

Click here to see more details for the HCS Charlotte Major 2025

Click here to register for the HCS Open Series

Click here to see more details for the HCS Open Series.

Click here to view the Open Bracket results from the HCS Salt Lake City Major 2025

Shopify Rebellion are your HCS SLC 2025 Champions!

Click here to purchase Tickets to the HCS Charlotte Major 2025

Click here to purchase a Team Pass for the HCS Charlotte Major 2025

Click here to purchase Tickets to the Halo World Championship 2025

The 2025 HCS Season is in full swing!



Don’t miss your chance to join us live – tickets to the remaining 2025 LAN events are available now!



Checkout the page below for more details, and be sure to follow <a href="http://x.com/hcs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@HCS</a> on socials to stay up to date!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-1024x576.png" alt="HCS 2025 Season - Buy Tickets Now at halo.gg/tickets" class="wp-image-147474" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/2025-HCS-Roadmap-CLT25-WAYPOINT.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/optic-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Major #1</a></td><td><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/dh-dallas-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DH Open</a></td><td><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/ssg-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Major #2</a></td><td><a href="#major3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Major</a><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/faze-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a><a href="#major3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#3</a></td><td><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/esports/halowc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HaloWC</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>









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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="major3">Up Next: HCS Charlotte Major 2025 (Hosted by FaZe Clan)</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-1024x576.png" alt="HCS Charlotte Major 2025 Hosted by FaZe Clan - October 3-5, Charlotte,Convention Center" class="wp-image-147206" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/HCSCharlotte2025-VisID-BROADCAST.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



The HCS returns to North Carolina with the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/faze-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS Charlotte Major</a> hosted by <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports">FaZe Clan</a>!



Be sure to follow <a href="http://x.com/hcs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@HCS</a> and <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@FaZeEsports</a> to be notified when Team Passes go on sale!



<ul>
<li>October 3-5</li>



<li>Charlotte, NC</li>



<li><a href="https://www.charlottemeetings.com/charlotte-convention-center" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Charlotte Convention Center</a></li>



<li>Prizing: $250,000+</li>
</ul>









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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="halowc25">Halo World Championship 2025</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-1024x576.png" alt="Halo World Championship 2025. October 24-26. Seattle Convention Center." class="wp-image-129060" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/01/HaloWC25-VisID-BROADCAST-1920x1080-1.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



October 24-26, the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/esports/halowc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halo World Championship</a> is once again coming home to Seattle, Washington!



The Halo World Championship will determine not only who gets the lion’s share of the $1,000,000 prize pool but, more importantly, the title of the best Halo team in the entire world! And once again, the HaloWC is the home for all fans in the Halo community, not just HCS fans. You can expect the triumphant return of the Community Stage with special guests and dev panels galore, as well as fun festival-like activities for everyone to enjoy.  We’re also working on introducing some new elements to HaloWC as well as working on layout design changes to spice things up compared to prior years. We hope to see you there!



<ul>
<li>October 24-26</li>



<li>Seattle, WA</li>



<li>Seattle Convention Center</li>



<li>Prizing: $1,000,000+</li>
</ul>

Halo Esports – Buy Tickets Now!

Wow, what an event <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/ssg-major" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HCS Salt Lake City</a> turned out to be. Congratulations to <a href="http://x.com/shopifyrebels">Shopify Rebellion</a> on an epic performance and being crowned champions! The best players on the biggest stage always provide some amazing Halo Infinite moments.  



As we move forward, the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/fall-update-2025-halo-infinite" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fall Update for Halo Infinite</a> is almost here! Before we dive into what’s next for Ranked players, we wanted to say thank you for trying out our newest mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/sd-extraction-launch">S&D Extraction</a>. We hope you had fun out there, and you can expect to see this again (with some tweaks) as a Ranked Rotational playlist in the future. Make sure to submit your best S&D Extraction plays <a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=v4j5cvGGr0GRqy180BHbR2T5fZwAik1LrhEXYWgd_BJUNDhQNUc5TUlGVlpCN1RHUktXWU82RVRJMC4u&route=shorturl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for a chance to be in our next <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCfSvnlyhEs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ranked Top 10 video</a>!



Ok, so what’s next for Ranked? In our upcoming Operation: Shadows, there will be 2 new maps and a new weapon entering the Ranked suite! 



Let’s get right to the details on what you can expect when you launch into Ranked when Operation: Shadows is live. 



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



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Lattice, an original asymmetrical design created by timmyforges and Kat Rat A Tat, arted by dellsoto and h8yse with support from Squally DaBeanz is coming to Ranked play and the HCS rotation.



This fast-paced map brings with it versatility and a unique look. Players will be able to find Lattice in Ranked Arena and HCS in the form of King of the Hill, Oddball and Strongholds. It will also be available in Ranked Slayer, Ranked Doubles and Ranked Tactical. When Ranked Snipers rotates in, Lattice will be available there, as well. Great job to all the forgers who worked hard to get Lattice into Ranked and ultimately onto the main stage at HCS! 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Serenity – Ranked</h1>



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This one is tried and true – Serenity, a remake of the iconic “Sanctuary” from Halo 2, now has a Ranked version. With some sandbox tweaks and adjustments made to improve sightlines and map flow for competitive play, Serenity will be making its Ranked debut.



While Serenity (Ranked) will not become a part of the HCS map pool, you’ll still be able to play the modes you’ve played on this map for as long as you can remember – CTF (3 Captures to win) and Neutral Bomb in Ranked Arena. Arena isn’t the only Ranked playlist where you will be able to play Serenity either – it will be in Ranked Slayer and Ranked Tactical with the launch of Operation: Shadows too. It will be implemented into Ranked Doubles in the near future, and of course, be included in the Ranked Snipers playlist when that rotates back in, just like with Lattice.



Thank you again to UneeQ, Mr Greencastle and MikRips for designing this beautiful remake! 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">VESTIGE CARBINE</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-1024x576.jpg" alt="The Vestige Carbine rifle as seen in the Weapons Bench. Its angular stock is purple, and its silver barrel is winged with pointed ejection ports. Green lights glow on the barrel and grip." class="wp-image-145947" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/08/shadow_pk_703-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



Along with two maps coming to the Ranked suite, we’ll also be introducing Halo Infinite’s newest weapon into Ranked: the Vestige Carbine!



As beautiful as it ever has been, the Carbine is a precision weapon that gives players another way to compete against other medium and long-range weapons like the Battle Rifle, Stalker Rifle and more. You’ll find the Vestige Carbine available on the Ranked versions of Forbidden, Lattice, Live Fire, Origin, Recharge, Serenity, Solitude and Streets.



Jump in now and try it out! 



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">HCS MAP POOL</h1>



As mentioned at the HCS Salt Lake City Major and above, Lattice will be entering HCS with King of the Hill, Oddball and Strongholds. With that, we felt it was appropriate to swap out some gametypes as new ones are introduced.



Starting with the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/open-series#:~:text=UP%20NEXT%3A%20ROAD%20TO%20CHARLOTTE">HCS Open Series: Road to Charlotte Open #1</a> (August 16-17), Solitude King of the Hill and Streets Oddball will be exiting the HCS map pool. Based on feedback, Streets Oddball will be exiting the Ranked Arena map pool as well, while Solitude King of the Hill will still be available in Ranked Arena, but at a lower weight. As for HCS, we will continue to monitor community feedback and data on all gametypes as we move towards the final stretch of the season. 



All new Ranked content will be available tomorrow with the launch of Operation: Shadows – good luck and have fun out there, Spartans!

Operation: Shadows – Ranked Update

Welcome back!



In this blog series, we’re posting new HaloWC 2025 updates every month, and can you believe we’re already just about through July and almost into August?! HaloWC will be here before we know it! For those who missed the first three, links are below for you to catch up on:



<ul>
<li>April: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april">https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-april</a></li>



<li>May: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-may">https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-may</a></li>



<li>June: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-june">https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halowc25-june</a></li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TICKETING UPDATE</h2>



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As always, we’re going to start with a ticketing update for HaloWC. If you remember back in April, we announced that we’re going to be selling about 1/3 more tickets than we have in the past. Well today I’m delighted to announce that we’ve already sold more tickets than HaloWC 2024 and are over 70% sold out for the whole event. We are really excited about this because it means more of the Halo community will be under the same roof together than ever before for HaloWC.



And, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-infinite-hcs-update">in case you missed it</a>, this year’s HaloWC will be even more special as it will be the last Official HCS Competition for Halo Infinite. After having transitioned from H2A and then from Halo 5, we know that the final event always means something a little more not only for the competitors but also for the fans who have built shared memories together over the years. This is an important part of Halo history, and we’d love for you to be part of it in person here in Seattle where we can all celebrate this amazing game and community together.



Tickets: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halo-world-championship-2025-tickets-1388344669279?aff=oddtdtcreator">Halo World Championship 2025 Tickets, Fri, Oct 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite</a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SPECIAL GUESTS</h2>



This year we’re excited to welcome back Steve Downes and Jen Taylor, the voices of the Master Chief and Cortana. Halo events are always more special with these two in attendance and we’re very thankful to have them joining us once again for HaloWC.



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Steve and Jen will only be in attendance Friday and Saturday of the event where they’ll be participating in fun panels on the Community Stage, signing sessions for all fans, as well as VIP-exclusive photo opportunities. We’ll be sharing their detailed schedule closer to the event date.



Thank you once again Steve and Jen, we can’t wait to see here in Seattle!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PARTNERED TEAM BOOTHS</h2>



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Last month we confirmed that both Spacestation and Shopify were going to have a booth at HaloWC, and this month we’re excited to confirm that Cloud9 will be representing in full force. The team at Cloud9 are eager to represent at HaloWC and are in the kitchen cooking up a great experience for fans in attendance. Keep a close eye on their <a href="https://x.com/Cloud9" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/Cloud9">channels</a> to see what they’re going to be bringing to the table!



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



To everyone competing this weekend at the HCS Major Salt Lake City this weekend, we wish you the best of luck. To see the latest, head to the official event page: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/ssg-major">https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/ssg-major</a>. 



We’ve got only two more majors on our road to the final HaloWC for Halo Infinite – may the best team win and we’ll see you in the arena!



Thanks,



Tashi