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The Master Chief’s fight against the Banished continues in Halo: Edge of Dawn!



Coming this December, the next novel by acclaimed author Kelly Gay picks up in the immediate aftermath of Halo Infinite’s ending.



Here is the official description of what awaits in the Master Chief’s next adventure:



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2560. After eliminating War Chief Escharum and sending the Banished leadership into chaos, the Master Chief continues the fight on Zeta Halo, accompanied by his new AI companion and their loyal pilot Fernando Esparza.   As Spartan-117 searches for scattered allied forces, a young combat medic—tortured and imprisoned for months by the Banished and the enigmatic Harbinger—may hold the key to unlocking deeper mysteries within this ancient ringworld. But every step toward answers is haunted by the sinister and elusive blademaster Jega ‘Rdomnai, who is hellbent on vengeance…



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We are thrilled to also reveal the cover art by Chris McGrath, who has previously illustrated the covers for the novels Halo: Epitaph, Shadows of Reach, Oblivion, and Silent Storm.



<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Halo-Edge-of-Dawn/Kelly-Gay/Halo/9781668017555" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PRE-ORDER HALO: EDGE OF DAWN</a>



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Akin in many ways to Halo: First Strike, this story serves as a glimpse into the aftermath of its preceding events, the novel dealing with the immediate fallout of what took place in Halo Infinite‘s campaign while embarking on its own new, self-contained adventure.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">RECOMMENDED REVISITING</h2>



Edge of Dawn will ostensibly serve as a standalone story that any reader can jump into, whether this is your first Halo novel or if you’ve been following along for years.



Of course, December is a while away, so in the months leading up to publication here are some stories you can explore for maximum context around the Master Chief’s journey leading into this book and the mysteries of Zeta Halo.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/halo-infinite?msockid=10fb3b4054ab63a132432e3e554b6279#purchaseoptions"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1280" height="360" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloInfiniteCampaignBanner.jpg" alt="Crop of Halo Infinite cover art depicting the Master Chief on Zeta Halo" class="wp-image-141853" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloInfiniteCampaignBanner.jpg 1280w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloInfiniteCampaignBanner-300x84.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloInfiniteCampaignBanner-1024x288.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/HaloInfiniteCampaignBanner-768x216.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /></a></figure>



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Experience the Master Chief’s epic return as he battles against the Banished forces occupying Zeta Halo, uncovers the truth about Cortana’s demise, faces a mysterious new threat in the form of the Harbinger, and builds a new partnership with his AI companion “the Weapon” and a reluctant Pelican pilot out of his depth.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Halo-The-Rubicon-Protocol/Kelly-Gay/Halo/9781982147884"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1280" height="360" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/08/34TheRubiconProtocol-2.jpg" alt="Cover art of Halo: The Rubicon Protocol" class="wp-image-78128" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/08/34TheRubiconProtocol-2.jpg 1280w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/08/34TheRubiconProtocol-2-300x84.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/08/34TheRubiconProtocol-2-1024x288.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/08/34TheRubiconProtocol-2-768x216.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Halo-The-Rubicon-Protocol/Kelly-Gay/Halo/9781982147884">HALO: THE RUBICON PROTOCOL</a>



Follow the events of the battle for Zeta Halo through the eyes of other members of the UNSC Infinity’s crew as they evacuate to the surface of the ringworld and must survive as they are hunted by the Banished.



Building on many of the audio logs found in Halo Infinite’s campaign, The Rubicon Protocol is the perfect way to get acquainted with combat medic Lucas Browning.



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Published by Gallery Books and our friends over at Simon & Schuster, Halo: Edge of Dawn is currently scheduled for release in December 2025.



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The 2025 HCS Season is in full swing!



Don’t miss your chance to join us live – tickets to the next 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!



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<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="#major2">Major #2</a></td><td><a href="#major3">Major #3</a></td><td><a href="#halowc25">HaloWC</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>









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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="major1">Up Next: HCS Major Salt Lake City (Hosted by Spacestation)</h1>



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Our partners at Spacestation are once again hosting the community in Utah for the HCS Major Salt Lake City 2025!



SSG know how to throw a party, and we’re excited to see the awesome event and show that they put on for everyone once again this year. Be sure to join us this August for what’s sure to be a great tournament and a great time!



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



<ul>
<li>August 1-3</li>



<li>Salt Lake City, UT</li>



<li><a href="https://www.visitsaltlake.com/salt-palace-convention-center/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Salt Palace Convention Center</a></li>



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





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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="major3">HCS Major #3 (Hosted by FaZe Clan)</h1>



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In our final Major of the season, we’re once again joining forces with <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FaZe Clan</a> for what will be the main HaloWC qualifier and the most critical event of the year.



We’re still putting together the final details on this one, but keep your calendar clear in the early Fall time frame. We’ll be working hard with FaZe to get the details out in the coming weeks and months.



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 Tickets and Team Passes go on sale!



<ul>
<li>Early Fall</li>



<li>Location TBD</li>



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



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



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October 24-26, the Halo World Championship 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>

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Legacy Operation Launch

The sport of the future arrives today. Pick up those Gravity Hammers and Energy Swords and get ready for the most epic of faceoffs with the return of Grifball!



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Originally a throwaway joke in the legendary Red vs Blue series, Rooster Teeth set out to make all of Grif’s dreams a reality and created Grifball with the tools at their disposal in Halo 3’s Forge.



The game is simple:



Smash enemies. Score goals.



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If you make it to the middle and grab the ball, you are blessed with an Overshield and turn orange in homage to the one and only Grif. (That OS won’t save you from friendly fire so don’t get too close to your friends!) As the runner, your goal is so easy: just score it. All you gotta do is walk over the plant and get a point. How hard can it be? Not like there’s 7 other people on the court, 4 of whom are not on your team, in your way or anything.



Jokes aside, Grifball has three weapons:



<ul>
<li>Gravity Hammer</li>



<li>Energy Sword</li>



<li>Ball (or Bomb…depends who you ask)</li>
</ul>



All of which combine to a delicate paper-rock-scissors-esque dance. Hammer beats sword, sword beats ball, ball beats hammer. But a lot of that will depend on your timing and your “dance” skills.



“But I have two left feet!” you say. Ahhh then it’s a good thing we’re not taking a spin around the ballroom floor isn’t it?



With regards to Grifball, “dancing” simply means knowing when to hold forward and smash away vs knowing when to backstep or sidestep around an enemy’s attack. Moving backwards away from an Energy Sword wielding Spartan for a moment might allow you the opportunity to step in and earn the kill.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">Grif’s Got Game</h2>



We’ve already covered the Gravity Hammer-Energy Sword-Ball balance of the mode but let’s take a look at the rest of your arsenal.



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As tanks (players wielding Gravity Hammers and Energy Swords):



<ul>
<li>Sprint</li>



<li>Gravity Hammer has gravity physics<ul><li>Allows for hammer jumps</li></ul><ul><li>Allows for launching teammates</li></ul>
<ul>
<li>Allows for ball deflection</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



As runners (player holding the ball, trying to score):



<ul>
<li>No sprinting</li>



<li>1.5x speed increase moving forward/laterally</li>



<li>1.05x speed increase moving backwards</li>



<li>Overshield</li>



<li>Ball passing ability</li>
</ul>



All in first person….and third! Yes, Classic Grifball will be available in both first and third person modes for matchmaking so if you prefer being able to see over your shoulder, that’s definitely an option this time around!



“Classic” implies the availability of a “Not Classic” experience and you would be correct. Introducing Octane Grifball! Also available in both first and third persons, the move sets are the same as above with the addition of thrusters allowing you to zip around the court.



You can bookmark the modes here:



<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/639f5d68-d536-4247-a3c7-efcb9dd150e9">Classic Grifball</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/18f8d2a5-aeee-439c-8dd4-2bf170fac5ff">Classic Grifball, 3rd person</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/d2342ff5-7543-4598-b9d3-155daaa42956">Octane Grifball</a></li>



<li><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/c2cb2917-2f27-4fd3-8424-742c62b36f23">Octane Grifball, 3rd person</a></li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">Battle Boxes</h2>



Generally speaking, a Grifball court is pretty straightforward – you’re battling in a boxy arena. Aesthetics are generally the biggest identifiable difference between courts with a few exceptions. (Raise your hand if you fell to your death on Grifball Naught in Halo 3 because you moved before the floor spawned in 🙋🏻‍♀️).



 For today’s launch we’ve got plenty to share – you’ll been spoiled for courts with this impressive collection of maps. Enjoy!



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8728b048-443c-4a79-8f35-e1000db54099">Bookmark</a> Credits: ASpence501, Deathcrawller



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004.jpg" alt="An underwater themed Grifball court made in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139815" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/aquario_004-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Make a splash today!



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/fbe36419-d8f9-4730-b069-7e564a7d8a40">Bookmark</a> Credits: Deathcrawller



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005.jpg" alt="Grand scale Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139829" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/coliseum_005-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



One of the grandest stages for the impending battle.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e30314b9-d554-47b7-b6e3-dbc5cbd0e596">Bookmark</a> Credits: ArturBloodshot, Deathcrawller



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006.jpg" alt="A football themed Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139843" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/gridiron_006-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Break out the chain gang and get ready to score some points.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">High Charity Court</h2>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9ff58c66-801a-43c3-9a1c-335bca8930da">Bookmark</a> Credits: Deathcrawller, Fame28



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006.jpg" alt="A High Charity themed Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139857" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_court_006-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



By the prophets!



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3a23d8f7-72fb-4766-b7e3-bae06969a008">Bookmark</a> Credits: Deathcrawller, UneeQ TV, MikRips, Mr Greencastle, ArturBloodshot



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008.jpg" alt="A hazy, nighttime Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139871" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neon_night_008-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



All that’s missing is some smooth jazz.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9539ddca-98d5-4275-a2af-863512353a2f">Bookmark</a> Credits: ArturBloodshot, Deathcrawller



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003.jpg" alt="A "Miami Vice-esque" Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139885" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/neus_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Don’t get blinded by the lights, keep your eyes on the <s>prize</s> goal.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Way Up There</h2>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b9397a66-fa32-4ed3-8456-3309cf24caa4">Bookmark</a> Credits: runNOKYARDrun, ArturBloodshot, Deathcrawller



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005.jpg" alt="A Grifball court in the sky created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139899" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/way_up_005-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



What a blast from the past!



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b28b41e8-b218-4980-8fe5-8045f1e0c18f">Bookmark</a> Credits: runNOKYARDrun



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004.jpg" alt="A Banished themed Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139913" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/scarry_004-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Competition burns bright.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b529f70d-0989-4d74-b688-baf51ca20f60">Bookmark</a> Credits: Deathcrawller, ArturBloodshot



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002.jpg" alt="An outdoors Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139927" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/sigma_002-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



When you’re out for a leisurely stroll and find a court, of course you throw down a mean game of Grifball.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Winter League 2008</h2>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/002bf2c1-5fb4-490a-b87f-eb84ad5cd9a0">Bookmark</a> Credits: Deathcrawller, UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips, ArturBloodshot



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003.jpg" alt="The original Foundry Grifball court created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-139941" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/winter_league_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Back to the roots and where it all started – on Foundry. (Forklift included.)



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New to the sport? Catch the disease and can’t get enough? There’s a whole community that thrives on customs and league games and they have an upcoming tournament on June 15th at 1pm ET. <a href="https://x.com/PlayGrifball">You can check out the long-running American Grifball League of America (yes, really), for more information and to sign up</a>. This playlist was made possible by collaboration with AGLA and their hard work and iteration.



And with that…it’s time to smash enemies and score goals! See you on the court!

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Grifball

Legacy playlists are not new to Halo Infinite. We’ve had playlists inspired by both Halo 2  and Halo 3 already in Delta Arena and Halo 3: Refueled, respectively. The Mountain Dew fueled nostalgia hits hard so how about a Halo 3 inspired Delta Arena?



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">Retro Recap</h2>



If you played <a href="https://aka.ms/GreatJourneyPlaylist">Delta Arena during the Great Journey</a>, this should look and feel familiar to you. You can think of this playlist as a modernized version of the legacy settings from the Xbox 360 days. So what can you expect to see as a Spartan when you jump in to play?



<ul>
<li>No sprint</li>



<li>No clamber</li>



<li>Increased jump height</li>



<li>Friendly player collision</li>
</ul>



This should all lend itself to a movement set that feels pretty familiar overall.



 You’ll be playing the following modes:



<ul>
<li>Team Slayer</li>



<li>Oddball</li>



<li>King of the Hill</li>



<li>Capture the Flag
<ul>
<li>One Flag and normal CTF</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Assault
<ul>
<li>One Bomb and Neutral Bomb</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">MA5K vs BR75</h2>



Every mode in the Halo 3 Delta Arena playlist will come in two versions: MA5K starts and BR75 starts. You will be able to choose which you want to play via the Match Composer. We know that the debate between the two starting weapons is eternal (2004…eternity…close enough) and we’ll be monitoring the data very closely to see which starting weapon modes are chosen/played most.



Your choices will ultimately determine what moves into the Match Composer at the end of Operation: Legacy.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">Maptacular</h2>



You can bookmark the modes if you want to save them for later:



<ul>
<li>Slayer: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/469bc5eb-ea40-47c5-bf77-1d911739904d">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/fab251d1-604b-44a4-9936-7ba3a886dbbf">BRs</a></li>



<li>Capture the Flag: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/25cd8b3e-f130-4fad-836b-383310e27502">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/e7cda323-dda9-418f-b31c-0f391aaa6eff">BRs</a></li>



<li>One Flag: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/486fee5b-3734-49f6-b19d-0b677bc766f0">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/d80e4a5f-89f5-4f1f-a488-4601f2aa5b21">BRs</a></li>



<li>King of the Hill: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/7bcb7e71-099b-42ea-b9fd-fa89f1148c72">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/281f34c3-492d-4ec4-be1a-12f87e6679e6">BRs</a></li>



<li>Oddball: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/77668000-e74c-424e-b025-be02dff880ba">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ad85f955-9c35-44e1-8294-7e6d5583c866">BRs</a></li>



<li>Assault Neutral Bomb: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/4507802f-a11c-4cdd-96de-adbb9b799fa0">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/4cdf8519-bf25-4382-bd49-0076651d0a3c">BRs</a></li>



<li>Assault One Bomb: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/65e3289d-7b45-4336-b86b-2eb338b66909">Legacy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/3e6f50ff-2e6c-4e9b-8176-2a523d3d4bc8">BRs</a></li>
</ul>



The maps should feel familiar but here’s the list, just in case:



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a4fd132c-26a6-4f51-83d9-54471ff60a98">Bookmark</a> Credits: D0ctorSmurf, LudoHT, Okom1, nkdape, Virus11010, Mr IncrediJON, Mr Greencastle Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR), CTF (Legacy & BR), Neutral Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Isolation in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-139998" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/isolation_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Whatever you do, don’t touch the blistered walls of the Flood containment facility. You’re *ahem* isolated in this Flood containment facility so make the most of it and play the objective (or slay the day away).



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/75fa80d8-cba9-4c4e-86dd-18e2b9ec12e3">Bookmark</a> Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, Azwilko1997, xMick3y Chiefx, MikRips, ArtN00b, UneeQ Forges, Foge Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR), CTF (Legacy & BR), Neutral Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Snowbound in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140012" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/snowbound_005-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Snow covered Covenant bases, tunnels to sneak through, and sentry turrets watching the perimeter. Keep your cool.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5815eac2-d681-4166-92ac-66d3de77fbef">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Guardian in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140026" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/guardian_018-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Gravity lifts, man cannons, walkways…Guardian has it all. This fan-favorite is a versatile battleground and excels in objective modes.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/194299f4-9dd4-4554-911c-0c9ff28c0f6d">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), CTF (Legacy & BR), Assault Neutral Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Narrows in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140040" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/narrows_016-68475ba64d250-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Caution: Flying Spartans. Your three lane map is two man cannons and a bridge, each with their own risk.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/6088adee-438c-4268-9ebe-a9e43c020fe0">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips, ArtN00b Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Construct in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140054" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/construct_002-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



What goes up, must come down…eventually. Danger can come from many directions on Construct so keep your head on a swivel.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5e656b09-daa9-415d-912d-f3d1d346690f">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR), One Flag (Legacy & BR), Assault One Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Ghost Town in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140068" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ghost_town_004-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Ruins, hidey holes, broken bridges…plenty of places for a ghost (or enemy Spartans) to hide. Good thing you aren’t afraid of no ghosts, right?



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/20d56f05-f86d-4111-873f-9298ad29cd78">Bookmark </a>Credits: Cousin Tim, UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips, Deathcrawller Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's Cold Storage (which is a remake of Halo: Combat Evolve's Chill Out) in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140082" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/cold_storage_010-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Deep inside Installation 05 you’ll find the Flood research facilities. Chill out. It’ll be okay.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bb502fbe-9d80-47a0-939d-8c31b861aaf4">Bookmark </a>Credits: Cousin Tim, CaptainPunch374, Mr Kwatz, bullet2thehead9, Handsome Huber, Mikrips, Kat Rat A Tat, UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Ivory Tower in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140096" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/ivory_tower_016-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Okay maybe this is an interloper in the Halo 3 playlist but this is a classic throwback map with great lines of sight and pathways that lead to fun gameplay, and a nice oasis in the middle of the room. If you reflect, you may also remember this map from Halo: Reach.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/81dc6090-afa7-441e-ba4f-4daf88ef0f48">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MiKRips, ArtN00b Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's map Foundry in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140124" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/foundry_001-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Originally part of the Heroic Map Pack, Foundry changed the game for Halo. As it became the Forger’s playground, it’s fitting that we see it return, via Forge, in Halo Infinite.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/6fbfadb9-7912-4e90-b863-0955e8ea389b">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MiKRips, Artifice Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), KOTH (Legacy & BR), Oddball, CTF (Legacy & BR), Assault Neutral Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's map The Pit in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140110" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/the_pit_002-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



What else is there to say about the Pit? This is the classic, go-to competitive map. Equally balanced, perfectly symmetrical…It all comes down to gameplay and teamwork.



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



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ab083642-326a-4611-9fd4-7c27420d6679">Bookmark </a>Credits: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MiKRips, ArtN00b Modes: Slayer (Legacy & BR), One Flag CTF (Legacy & BR), Assault One Bomb (Legacy & BR)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 3's High Ground in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-140138" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/high_ground_015-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



High Ground excels at objective modes, especially one-sided ones. Get ready to storm up the hill to plant the bomb or grab the flag. Go on foot or use a Mongoose. Just watch out for rockets.



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Remember, we’re watching to see what you are playing and the data will determine what modes stick around at the end of the Operation so vote with your gameplay. 



It’s a blast from the past and we’ll see you on the battlefield!

Delta Arena: Halo 3 Legacy

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

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NA Results

The race to the HCS Salt Lake City Major has begun.



The HCS Open Series returns as players in all regions battle it out in weekly tournaments for their chance to compete live in Salt Lake City on August 1-3.



Have what it takes to claim glory?



<ul>
<li>Register for free & Compete for Cash!</li>



<li>Climb the HCS Leaderboards!</li>



<li>Qualify for LAN!</li>
</ul>



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



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="#dates">Tournament Dates</a> <a href="#compete">How to Compete</a> <a href="#leaderboards">Leaderboards</a></td><td><a href="#na">NA Results</a> <a href="#eu">EU Results</a> <a href="#mx">MX Results</a> <a href="#anz">ANZ Results</a></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="dates">Road to SLC – Tournament Dates</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/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-1024x576.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City. Compete for cash. Climb the leaderboards. Qualify for LAN." class="wp-image-139373" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-Open-Series-VISID.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>North America Starts @ 12p ET <s>June 7-8: Open #1</s> June 21-22: Open #2 June 28-29: Open #3 July 12-13: Pool Play Qualifier</td><td>Europe Starts @ 12p BST <s>June 8: Open #1</s> June 22: Open #2 June 29: Open #3 July 13: Pool Play Qualifier</td><td>Mexico Starts @ 12p CT <s>June 8: Open #1</s> June 22: Open #2 June 29: Open #3 July 13: Open Bracket Qualifier</td><td>Australia / New Zealand Starts @ 12p AEST <s>June 8: Open #1</s> June 22: Open #2 June 29: Open #3 July 13: Open Bracket Qualifier</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SLC Major Qualifiers</h2>



Following the HCS Open Series, teams from all regions will battle it out in their respective SLC Major Qualifiers for Pool Play seeds and/or Travel Coverage to compete in the Open Bracket!



<ul>
<li>Free to Enter</li>



<li>Double Elimination</li>



<li>NA/EU Prize: Pool Play Seeds, HCS Points, & Travel Coverage</li>



<li>MX/ANZ Prize: HCS Points & Travel Coverage</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">POOL PLAY QUALIFICATION</h3>



<ul>
<li>NA SLC Qualifier: Top 4</li>



<li>NA HCS Point Totals: Top 2 (After Qualifier)</li>



<li>EU SLC Qualifier: Top 1</li>



<li>EU HCS Point Totals: Top 1 (After Qualifier)</li>
</ul>



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<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/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-1024x576.png" alt="OpTic Gaming's Renegade, celebrating after a map win." class="wp-image-139415" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS-OpTic-Renegade-Popoff.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading" id="compete">HOW TO COMPETE</h1>



Want to see how you stack up against players in your region? Follow the steps below and prove you have what it takes to claim glory!



STEP 1: Create FACEIT Account Official HCS tournaments take place over at FACEIT. You will need to create an account and link it with your Halo Gamertag.





STEP 2: Sign up for the next tournament. Assemble your squad and register for FREE in your region. Your teammates will also need FACEIT accounts to join your team!





STEP 3: Climb the HCS Points Leaderboard. Compete for Cash Prizes as you climb the HCS Points Leaderboards ahead of the LAN Qualifiers.





STEP 4: Qualify for LAN. Place well in the LAN Qualifiers or stack up enough HCS Points and secure Travel Coverage to compete live at the HCS Salt Lake City Major!





<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="handbook">Player Handbook & Code of Conduct</h2>







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



Regional Leaderboards following Week 1 of the HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City.



Note: <a href="http://x.com/optic">OpTic Gaming</a>, <a href="http://x.com/tsm">TSM</a>, and <a href="http://x.com/shopifyrebels">Shopify Rebellion</a> have all qualified for Pool Play at the SLC Major via placements at <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/dh-dallas-2025">HCS Dallas 2025</a>. Following DreamHack Dallas, <a href="http://x.com/fazeesports">FaZe Clan</a> traded (2) or more players which resulted in them forfeiting their #2 seed at the SLC Major. This means that TSM moves up to the #2 seed and Shopify Rebellion moves up to the #3 seed. The #4 auto-qualifying seed from Dallas will now go to the team with the Most HCS Points that registers for the NA SLC Major Qualifier. That team will assume the #4 seed and will be pulled from the SLC Major Qualifier tournament.







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



Week 1 on the Road to SLC goes to Team 007!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-NA-Champions-819x1024.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City - North America - Week 1 Champions - 007" class="wp-image-140553" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-NA-Champions-819x1024.png 819w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-NA-Champions-240x300.png 240w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-NA-Champions-768x960.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-NA-Champions.png 1215w" sizes="(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Champions Team: 007 – Cykul – Frosty – Kuhlect – Lqgend</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/SLC25-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" 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=RJRFqF3KClo" 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 battle for Europe heats up as <a href="https://x.com/Z10esports" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Zero Tenacity</a> claims Week 1!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-EU-Champions-819x1024.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City - Europe - Week 1 Champions - Zero Tenacity" class="wp-image-140469" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-EU-Champions-819x1024.png 819w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-EU-Champions-240x300.png 240w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-EU-Champions-768x960.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-EU-Champions.png 1215w" sizes="(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Champions Team: Zero Tenacity – Bastoss – Mighty – Sica – Tchik</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/slc25-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/2480410234" 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="https://x.com/ETHRGaming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ETHR Gaming</a> remains on top in Mexico!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-MX-Champions-819x1024.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City - Mexico - Week 1 Champions - ETHR Gaming" class="wp-image-140511" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-MX-Champions-819x1024.png 819w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-MX-Champions-240x300.png 240w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-MX-Champions-768x960.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-MX-Champions.png 1215w" sizes="(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Champions Team: ETHR Gaming – Acid – Drift – Tapping Buttons – Leuor</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/slc25-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="https://x.com/Mindfreak" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mindfreak</a> continues their dominance in ANZ as they kick off the Road to Salt Lake City with a W!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-ANZ-Champions-819x1024.png" alt="HCS Open Series: Road to Salt Lake City - Australia/New Zealand - Week 1 Champions - Mindfreak" class="wp-image-140427" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-ANZ-Champions-819x1024.png 819w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-ANZ-Champions-240x300.png 240w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-ANZ-Champions-768x960.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SLC25-OS1-ANZ-Champions.png 1215w" sizes="(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Champions Team: Mindfreak – Wryce – Swayz – Plasma – Pipz</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>





<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Week #1: Results <a href="http://aka.ms/slc25-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 Salt Lake City (Compete Now!)

Halo: Battle for the Academy – Part 2

Forge Features

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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With ancient trees, alien motherships, and hogs from heck, this month’s Forge Feature brings together a fabled selection of otherworldly arenas, PvE modes, and minigames fit for a ludic escape. Read on to explore our latest bookmarkable builds!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SUPERB SLAYERS</h2>



Exciting arenas for free-for-all and Team Slayer matches. Use the links to add them to your Halo Infinite bookmarks.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">YGGDRASIL’S JUDGMENT</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2.png" alt="In an overgrown temple, a multi-leveled walkway climbs toward a sunlit aperture in the ceiling." class="wp-image-138852" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/YggdrasilJudgment_000_RETOUCHED2-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/299be314-3856-4746-96ab-b6ac066e36a9" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: Zlitchufdux



In this overgrown temple, play centers around a vertical chamber of layered walkways. Teleport pads will take you to the upper reaches, but first you’ll have to determine which one goes where. Portals can be found on the map’s outer wings near equipment drops—but you might find yourself gunned down beneath the gaze of the mighty World Tree.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">COLONIZED</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED.png" alt="A human mining colony at the verge of a mineral deposit bears the pestilential signs of a Flood infestation." class="wp-image-138726" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Colonized_000_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/1a034966-2e35-43d7-9204-912df7ec9c6d" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: hotozi, Void Wars, Ieed5, ATAT505, OrcusGhxxlz, D3M0NSLAY3R7770



A human mining colony learns firsthand not to disturb the Flood. This map expertly combines urban angles, mineral mounds, and Flood-infested biomass into a cohesive arena for small-scale deathmatches. Check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Of7rAoe230o" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hotozi’s video walkthrough</a> for a closer look.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">MINI MOTHERSHIP</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED.png" alt="The smoke-strewn engine room of an alien mothership. Porthole-shaped doorways line the rounded walls, as thick cables snake the ceiling." class="wp-image-138824" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/MiniMothership_005_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a3c32eb8-91b4-400f-a14e-e0872b53b9eb" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: LegendDingle, LegendChar94, LegendCamikaze, LegendBrauntley, LegendLoraxe, LegendJonezy



In this symmetrical Slayer set aboard a damaged Covenant vessel, combat flows around a multi-level chamber featuring loads of alien eye candy. With low-slung cables for catwalks, floor-mounted escape hatches, and rounded kill-zones pearling the outer rim, there are plenty of places to take them to your leader.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ECOTONE</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED.png" alt="An industrial arena filled with crates and loading bays. A crane looms overhead." class="wp-image-138754" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/Ecotone_000_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/0dd44301-7eb2-4732-bb97-dc421431b6b3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: Igrizhar, Cobra J24, JoValiant, Scrubulba, Mr IncrediJON, timmyforges



Movement is the name of the game in this industrial shoot-em-up. Set on a frontier between the forest and the desert, this map offers plenty of obstacles, walkways, and overhangs for both cover and clambering. Get vertical and think quickly—because someone can always find a shortcut faster than you can!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">POTENT PvE</h2>



Looking for Banished showdowns, Firefight maps, or a new narrative game mode? Check out these picks from popular PvE experiences.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">THE FAILED SWORD</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED.png" alt="A Spartan warrior faces off with two Elites in a courtyard decorated with a giant, stone Energy Sword." class="wp-image-138768" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/FailedSword_001_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/aebed4ac-c029-4957-a6cd-77257399708d" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/52bd31e1-fe71-4a22-99aa-2c2a34dcd0a7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forged by: TostEZ28



This lengthy mission invites you and your squad to raid a fortress alongside the Swords of Sanghelios. After clearing the fortified landing zone, you’ll navigate through a vent maze, experience Sangheili Speed, and puzzle your way out of a duel with an angry Blademaster.



To rejoin your Elite allies, you’ll have to escort Grunt VIPs, topple minibosses, choose your ending, and platform your way to the ramparts to sabotage a massive sentinel beam. If you manage to survive all that, there’s still a ropes course between you and a final showdown.



<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJ0yeavv9N8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Watch TostEZ28’s full video walkthrough.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">CORBULO ACADEMY</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED.png" alt="The Corbulo Academy of Military Science. A Covenant ship opens fire on the courtyard." class="wp-image-138740" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/CorbuloAcademy_004_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/225b150f-a3ed-4f09-8e01-aa6acfa4505f" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: SilvervioletX98, Unusual Hiccup



Axios! This stunning tribute to the Corbulo Academy from Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn boasts a nice open courtyard for Linear KOTH Firefight, plus plenty of Easter eggs for fans of the web series turned film. If you find time to catch your breath between waves, try finding the cadets’ mess hall and the dead Elite from that scene in the locker room.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">GOLDEN GATE</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED.png" alt="The Golden Gate bridge stands broken in the rain during a full moon. A Covenant ship looms overhead." class="wp-image-138782" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/GoldenGate_002_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/61191d2d-2a58-4597-a112-e45d961e9e74" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forged by: RYL X RAiD3D, GlazedJJ, AndrewOGee, HachuThunder, Boss Bannon, OGSGTJohnson, Elite30 sw, zCobrvz, AGR DA XXXX, Ez eggs4181, Endingbassoon71, BIGP0RKBELLY



The human settlement of San Francisco is under siege by the Banished! Fight your way across the gridlocked topside, through dripping maintenance tunnels, and down the twirling access stairs to the bridge’s pylon. Filled with ample power weapons and equipment, this oversized map is perfect for squadding up in Firefight Classic.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MADCAP MINIGAMES</h2>



All war and no play makes dull Spartans. Bookmark these minigames for a few laughs!



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">HOGS FROM HECK</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED.png" alt="A colosseum built over a volcanic inferno. A nearby ramp appears to be the best way to launch at a viewing platform standing amidst the flames." class="wp-image-138796" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/hogsfromheck_002_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/15842fab-e01a-443e-a22a-c494a1172dd4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/15842fab-e01a-443e-a22a-c494a1172dd4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forged by: LudoHT, Scrubulba, Mr IncrediJON, Handsome Huber, DISTORTED JAKAL



A fan-favorite minigame redesigned with a repulsive twist. One team stands (well, quivers, really) on a platform surrounded by boiling lava, while their enemies launch Razorbacks at them from all directions. Thankfully, this updated mode equips Survivors with Repulsors, so they can rebuff the advances of those hellish ‘hogs (and probably launch an ally or two in the process). Mind those elbows, would you?



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">SLOW-MOTION SLAYER</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED.png" alt="A Spartan warrior dives through the air, shooting at an unseen foe." class="wp-image-138838" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/06/SlowMo_000_RETOUCHED-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/c2b34407-aa15-4dfb-b6cd-fc7e9aa5da74" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forged by: Disco_Lizard69



John Halo teams up with John Wu. This action-packed Slayer variant features no jumping, extra long slides, slow-mo dives, and do-or-die descents. Kills don’t count unless you’re sliding or diving like a hardboiled detective. You’ll regain shields with every shot landed while diving, and experience “Max” stopping power during slides. This time, it’s personal.



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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.