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Welcome back to Forge Features, where it’s that time once again to do a round-up of some of the latest and greatest community-made maps for you to bookmark and try out!



From classic remakes to Firefight-based campaign level recreations and brand new maps, we’ve got a veritable swath of awesomeness to share with you this issue. So let’s kick things off by catching up with Operation: UPPER CUT in orbit around Reach…



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5f134e8d-8d5f-4a5e-91b1-db288d264edb">ARDENT PRAYER – REACH</a> Credits: Gghio7 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5f134e8d-8d5f-4a5e-91b1-db288d264edb">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5f134e8d-8d5f-4a5e-91b1-db288d264edb"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Ardent Prayer - Reach (exterior shot of the Covenant corvette)" class="wp-image-107120" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/05/FF_ArdentPrayer2-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Long Night of Solace is a beloved mission from Halo: Reach, and you can experience a stunningly extensive recreation of the infiltration of the Ardent Prayer made in Halo Infinite’s Forge! You’ll start off on the corvette’s hull and fight your way in, moving to take the hangar, weapons stations, and eventually the bridge.



Grab some friends and play this map with Firefight: King of the Hill—make sure you set “SEQUENTIAL SETS” to true in the mode options (appears specifically under the Firefight options category) for a true linear experience.





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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/61201a05-5af2-432a-ab92-24f82e8e013f">SANDTRAP FIREFIGHT</a> Credits: Okom1 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/61201a05-5af2-432a-ab92-24f82e8e013f">Bookmark</a>



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Many would argue that Sandtrap is the perfect map for just about any mode, and they would be right—something that Okom1’s Sandtrap Firefight only goes to show further by bringing PvE to this beloved classic location.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/6ba8c27e-a9c7-433f-9c2c-f0528e9426cb">BLOOD AND METAL</a> Credits: Angrjaynka <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/6ba8c27e-a9c7-433f-9c2c-f0528e9426cb">Bookmark</a>



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A great small-sized map for those intimate 1v1 standoffs, 2v2 doubles, and 4v4 team matches—don’t feel bad if you end up getting killed because you’re just staring in awe at the rather horrifying monster in the distance!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4a741504-f589-42a4-bc72-09747f421f80">CITADEL DESERTED</a> Credits: NEMEZIS <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4a741504-f589-42a4-bc72-09747f421f80">Bookmark</a>



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Citadel released back in 2009 alongside Halo 3: ODST, which included the second part of the Mythic Map Pack. But where Citadel’s debut in Halo 3 was visually defined by its warm tones and golden light shining through, NEMEZIS has seen fit to explore what the map looks like as a frozen, decaying ruin.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/da28f27d-0adf-48a0-9d09-a7f7f9abefa6">STORMLIGHT</a> Credits: DarkMaiming <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/da28f27d-0adf-48a0-9d09-a7f7f9abefa6">Bookmark</a>



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Who knew there was a “most beautiful Halo map ever” competition going on because Stormlight is absolutely a prime contender for it! This BTB map is set under an enlarged hologram of our galaxy projected by a central Forerunner structure surrounded by verdant, rocky terrain—a true “war in heaven”-type location that perfectly fits Halo’s tone and aesthetics.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/86ff38fa-97c9-47fe-be98-de93ac023d0f">DERAILED</a> Credits: Total Legend <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/86ff38fa-97c9-47fe-be98-de93ac023d0f">Bookmark</a>



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Upon spawning into this map, you just might think that you’ve stumbled back in time to 2004. The aesthetic and design sensibilities of Halo 2’s Earth-based maps are all over Derailed (with a dash of some Halo 4 as well), the gamertag of the map’s creator comes as no surprise as it really would take a total legend to build this!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/474233e4-b780-4fb2-8d03-0a6bae65afa3">SERENITY</a> Credits: UneeQ TV <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/474233e4-b780-4fb2-8d03-0a6bae65afa3">Bookmark</a>



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UneeQ is always turning out some absolutely stunning maps, and their latest endeavor is Serenity—a remake of Sanctuary, the timeless classic from Halo 2.



Scaled for Halo Infinite’s gameplay, Serenity supports all core modes and was built using recently added ancient and alien world-themed Forge palette objects.



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That’s a wrap on another issue of Forge Features, so hit the links above and get bookmarking—you won’t want to miss any of these, whether you’re looking to jump into some custom games with your friends or simply fancy exploring these spaces alone.



We’ll see you next month!

Alex Wakeford

Community Cartography 027

Forge Features: June 7, 2024

Boulevard

Habitat 17

Fling-Yaps

Temperance

Another month, another batch of great Forge content. This issue’s offerings span the gamut from nostalgia, to 1v1, to large-scale games. Let’s check it out!  



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/05a4f045-0b4b-4565-a246-38fb6be62a30">Boulevard</a>



Author: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, ArtN00b, MikRips, WookieCookies1 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/05a4f045-0b4b-4565-a246-38fb6be62a30">Map Download</a>





These broken dreams have been restored with this remake of my personal all-time favorite map: Turf! There’s something about this map that I absolutely love—from the Warthog, to the downed Scarab, to the med tent… the routes are ingrained in my mind, and it feels like just yesterday my teammates and I were careening through the doors, hoping to splatter someone. 



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d5c4daea-bbae-48e2-bb01-5cb19d928b82">Habitat 17</a>



Author: bullet2thehead9 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d5c4daea-bbae-48e2-bb01-5cb19d928b82">Map Download</a>





My first time on this map, the first thing I did was turn around and jump off the edge to see what happened. Anyway, I don’t recommend doing this when you 1v1 someone here, unless you like the additional challenge I suppose. You are the author of your own destiny, after all.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ad7993f4-e10f-4fef-b73b-d8e14ad1369c">Fling-Yaps</a>



Author: ArturBloodshot, Starkey213036, DanZama22 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ad7993f4-e10f-4fef-b73b-d8e14ad1369c">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/b769a00d-1292-4518-b888-086418c1a0ec">Mode</a>





Glibnub might not think so, but I find shooting Grunts <s>are</s>at your friends via Rocket Launchers to be an absolute riot. Everyone should check out this crazy custom game and watch the chaos ensue. Grunts are literally flying everywhere and making folks fly everywhere. What could possibly go wrong? 



You truly have not lived until you’ve been chased by Grunts fired out of someone’s SPNKr.  



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dba34b2b-2fa1-4027-b108-2955bf649383">Multi-Range 1v1 Octagon</a>



Author: ArturBloodshot <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dba34b2b-2fa1-4027-b108-2955bf649383">Map Download</a>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">Introducing the MULTI-RANGE OCTAGON, a 1v1 practice map commissioned by <a href="https://twitter.com/NorwenSLG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NorwenSLG</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Lqgend_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Lqgend_</a>! ⚙️ Toggleable elements 🏟️ 4 different range arenas 🛹 Podiums for curb slide action ⚔️ Supports 2 players 🎮 Play with your own FFA practice game mode BOOKMARK below! 👇🏼 <a href="https://t.co/JZlYeGR8kO">pic.twitter.com/JZlYeGR8kO</a>— ArturBloodshot | The Architect (@ArturBloodshot) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArturBloodshot/status/1775634292489793929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2024</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Octagon 1v1s are common warmups for many players, but sometimes you want some variety in your octagons. Rather than saving a bunch of different size versions, this unique creation allows you to play at a variety of ranges and you can add/remove platforms around the maps—both at will. 



If you look up, you’ll notice some dice and a soccer ball. You start out on 1, the smallest map. You can increase the size by shooting the incrementally larger numbers. Shoot the soccer ball to add/remove the platforms as you desire.   



Regrettably, there is no switch to improve your K/D or aim—you gotta do that one on your own through good ol’ fashioned practice. 



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ac3139ad-eb29-46e4-b08f-229ae79aa700">Aimlabs</a>



Author: milkwayfps <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ac3139ad-eb29-46e4-b08f-229ae79aa700">Map Download</a>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">Halo Infinite Aimlabs is finally playable! I added an Octagon too, bookmark below 👇 <a href="https://t.co/82CcRZoyYF">pic.twitter.com/82CcRZoyYF</a>— milkway (@milkwayfps) <a href="https://twitter.com/milkwayfps/status/1777134362611318927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 8, 2024</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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If you want to practice the aforementioned aiming, Aimlabs is for you. This has been a popular “game” on PC for people on mouse and keyboard, but now there’s a version built into Halo Infinite itself. You can work on your aim in a variety of rooms and scenarios with every weapon in the arsenal. From my time with it, I can confirm that my Shock Rifle skills are still subpar. 



If you want to do a combo of Aimlabs and an Octagon, you can do that too simply by interacting with the Octagon on the ground.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ae702eca-9840-4fa5-82b8-57305e440570">Temperance</a>



Author: DISTORTED JAKAL, C0mmnder, bullet3thehead9, JAKEV10, p1ss3doffcat, xLoud Mary Jane <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ae702eca-9840-4fa5-82b8-57305e440570">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/74f63f23-6781-4810-8f3b-978878b735e3">Mode</a>





Suit up and drop in like it’s hot with this battle royale created entirely in Halo Infinite’s Forge. You have your choice of drop pods that will have you land somewhere on this giant, beautiful vista. Beat the circle, and other Spartans, to emerge victorious. 



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That’s a wrap for now, we’ll see you again next month for even more fantastic Forge Features!

snickerdoodle

Community Cartography 026

Forge Features: April 19, 2024

Welcome back to Forge Features!



It’s been a hot minute, but we’re back to showcase some awesome new community-created maps for you to bookmark and play. Let’s take a look…



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/65b5d2a2-871f-4eb3-b99d-03f347d47932">THE PILLAR OF AUTUMN</a> Credits: HMkiller05, Nikos, xXBarthXx Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/65b5d2a2-871f-4eb3-b99d-03f347d47932">MAP</a> | MODE (<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/e3026186-ecf0-49d4-91dd-204d77f08887">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/6173030a-e351-406b-9f82-686811c07449">Normal</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/0a6907e3-c250-449f-97de-4730dde5e3eb">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/8b3d4874-3e71-4207-90d6-66a5486e2bc4">Legendary</a>)



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From the folks that brought you The Silent Cartographer and Assault on the Control Room recreated in Halo Infinite’s Forge comes another Halo: CE level—The Pillar of Autumn.



Get your targeting diagnostics and energy shields tested because you’re gonna need all the help you can get to repel enemy boarding parties, protect your fellow soldiers, and get to the escape pods to make ringfall! The placement of the enemies, the winding corridors, even some of the additional details from Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is all here, and it’s a delight to see just how much love was put into this experience.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9bd5390a-78d1-40f5-90d8-9be075417895">PURGATORY</a> Credits: VidGamesPete, Dellsoto, ShredderMcgenty, Trignate, Yung Mithos, thesilencebrokn, Zaddy Hammer, I KAMIKAZE II, Le Frenchys <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9bd5390a-78d1-40f5-90d8-9be075417895">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9bd5390a-78d1-40f5-90d8-9be075417895"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Purgatory" class="wp-image-100485" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Purgatory-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Things will never be the same for fans of Halo 2’s gondolas, as Purgatory is heavily inspired by the aesthetic and gameplay experience of those missions.



A particularly cool detail is that the walls around you are perpetually moving upwards, making it feel like you really are descending into the substructural belly of the beast.



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



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/317965fe-1e78-4a00-b1bf-0bfd102cef9a"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Dawnbreaker" class="wp-image-100415" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Dawnbreaker-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



This BTB map features a Forerunner beam emitter on one side, a Banished base on the other, and a network of caves mixed with open, grassy terrain for you to navigate.



This map looks stunning, providing a great visual juxtaposition between the sleek, advanced look of Forerunner technology and with the dark, foreboding presence of a Banished tower.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d2c7916a-9769-4e3f-b8f9-52912bda06e3">OLD SALT</a> Credits: Sikamikanico, Lahont, CertifiedChamp, WhosBlaze, Okom1 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d2c7916a-9769-4e3f-b8f9-52912bda06e3">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d2c7916a-9769-4e3f-b8f9-52912bda06e3"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Old Salt" class="wp-image-100457" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/OldSalt-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



I like big boats, I cannot lie.



Man the cannons, hoist the sails, sing a sea shanty, and ready your muskets for a battle that can only be described as historic!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/06306375-bf41-4fe9-b94b-42bea9c7eb9c">FIREFIGHT – CORVETTE OUTPOST</a> Credits: GlizzyGod420496 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/06306375-bf41-4fe9-b94b-42bea9c7eb9c">MAP</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/d2a81b20-8930-444a-b5eb-cb6db14511f6">MODE</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/06306375-bf41-4fe9-b94b-42bea9c7eb9c"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Firefight Corvette Outpost" class="wp-image-100443" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/FirefightCorvetteOutpost-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Welcome to the Corvette Outpost. Weather conditions are chilly, lives are limited, and the Banished are on their way. Lock ‘n’ load, Spartan—you know what to do!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c1e62bb4-2037-4b87-9066-cd31fa207681">THE GULCH</a> Credits: daomum, ElphCrimLester <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c1e62bb4-2037-4b87-9066-cd31fa207681">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c1e62bb4-2037-4b87-9066-cd31fa207681"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map The Gulch" class="wp-image-100499" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/TheGulch-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



The quick and the dead. One can simply never tire of Blood Gulch remakes, and this one is heavily inspired by the visual direction of Zeta Halo’s landscapes in Halo Infinite’s campaign.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bf52ca2e-3775-4c0b-bff0-6cde383c6bab">PIRTH</a> Credits: DEATH WEAPONxx <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bf52ca2e-3775-4c0b-bff0-6cde383c6bab">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bf52ca2e-3775-4c0b-bff0-6cde383c6bab"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Forge map Pirth" class="wp-image-100471" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/03/Pirth-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



I could tell you lots of cool things about this map, but my neurons started firing with excitement at a great recreation of a damaged Locust from Halo Wars in the city streets along with a Scarab. That alone is worth a bookmark!



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That closes us out for this issue of Forge Features. Thank you for joining us for this showcase, and for your incredible creativity in the making of these maps and experiences.



We’ll see you in April for our next issue!

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Forge Features: March 21, 2024

New year, new Forge maps!



Welcome back to Forge Features, where we highlight a selection of the latest and greatest community-made maps and experiences that you can download and play in Halo Infinite.



Let’s take a look at what you’ve been cooking…



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/393ecd77-260d-4437-8501-386012af6685">THE HALO RPG</a> Credits: RedNomster Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/393ecd77-260d-4437-8501-386012af6685">MAP</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/634cab14-d0d8-443e-8ba3-56f3bcc9aedb">MODE</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/393ecd77-260d-4437-8501-386012af6685"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of a top-down view on the Halo tabletop RPG map made in Forge" class="wp-image-89721" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Red Nomster has made a turn-based tabletop game using Halo Infinite’s Forge… yes, you read that right.



Through the mark system and approximately 1400 scripting nodes, up to 8 players (4v4 max, 2v2 recommended, 1v1 if you want to settle things in the arena) can experience Halo Infinite as they never have before.



<a href="https://youtu.be/OhWZ4HwpEMM?si=3bf0XG2pv9wInynj">Check out RedNomster’s video on the making of this experience</a>, and don’t forget to learn the four very straightforward rules of how to play:



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the rules for the Halo tabeltop RPG in Forge. Text reads: 1. Mark AI 2. Zoom + Mark to move 3. Two moves per turn 4. Mark here to end turn *. Shoot to swap cam" class="wp-image-89735" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloRPG2-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Your in-game Halo tabletop adventures await!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/153c7ecb-9ba1-44d2-8b92-4d2ffd5504a5">ASSAULT ON THE CONTROL ROOM</a> Credits: Nikos4476, xXBarthXx, HMkiller05 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/153c7ecb-9ba1-44d2-8b92-4d2ffd5504a5">PART 1</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/cb1b91ea-030b-4fd9-aa13-80af8d07dae1">PART 2</a> Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/e3026186-ecf0-49d4-91dd-204d77f08887">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/6173030a-e351-406b-9f82-686811c07449">Normal</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/0a6907e3-c250-449f-97de-4730dde5e3eb">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/8b3d4874-3e71-4207-90d6-66a5486e2bc4">Legendary</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/153c7ecb-9ba1-44d2-8b92-4d2ffd5504a5"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of a bridge from Halo: CE's Assault on the Control Room mission recreated in Forge" class="wp-image-89693" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-AOTCR-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



We knew that Halo Infinite’s Forge would be able to create some truly jaw-dropping stuff, and that the ambitions of community cartographers would push the boundaries of what even we believed possible… and here’s another such example, as the entire Halo: CE mission Assault on the Control Room has been remade.



Split into two parts, this is the mission just as you remember it—eerie, repeating Forerunner corridors, bridges over vast mountainous walls, vast snowy landscapes, Scorpion tank carnage… it’s all been recreated down to the smallest detail in enemy encounters.



Be sure to check out Nikos’s video on the making of the map as well!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e555b85a-a933-4d1e-ac7e-f03052a8cfb2">INFINITY DOWN</a> Credits: Sams S033 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e555b85a-a933-4d1e-ac7e-f03052a8cfb2">MAP</a> Mode: Use with Firefight: King of the Hill



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e555b85a-a933-4d1e-ac7e-f03052a8cfb2"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the UNSC Infinity's hangar bay exterior with a Phantom approaching in Forge" class="wp-image-89749" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Infinity-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



At the start of Halo Infinite‘s campaign, the UNSC Infinity is ambushed by the Banished at Zeta Halo. Take the fight to the hangar bay and capture the hills in order to reclaim humanity’s flagship from the alien invaders.



(Of course, we all know how successfully that goes!)



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4219bc4d-6c92-44c2-84c4-28fee6d145cb">HALO HILLS</a> Credits: IcyAsh3956 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4219bc4d-6c92-44c2-84c4-28fee6d145cb">MAP</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/11333aca-e428-484d-81bd-ce7a528cc1d2">MODE</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4219bc4d-6c92-44c2-84c4-28fee6d145cb"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of a Forerunner beam emitter in a cavern made in Forge" class="wp-image-89707" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-HaloHills-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



I must admit that my jaw dropped as I explored this map. It just kept going… and going… and then there was another level above, and then that kept on going…



With battlecruisers hanging in the skies overhead, Banished forces dropping into the caverns below to guard a sunlit Forerunner beam tower, and multiple flags to capture, this is the perfect staging ground for some PvPvE CTF action.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f10b3565-1da0-479c-bf55-1d8540fce8e8">TETHER</a> Credits: SPiriTBomb808 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f10b3565-1da0-479c-bf55-1d8540fce8e8">MAP</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f10b3565-1da0-479c-bf55-1d8540fce8e8"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of a complex constructed around an orbital tether made in Forge" class="wp-image-89763" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/01/FF24-Tether-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



The orbital tether is something of an iconic element of the Halo universe, though all of their most memorable moments are when they collapse—seeing it fall in Halo 3: ODST, its structural skeleton scattered over the African plains as you head to Voi in Halo 3, and who could forget that harrowing sequence at the turning point of Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn.



This tether, though, remains intact. In this sprawling complex built around the space elevator, you can unleash some BTB chaos with your friends.



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That’ll wrap us up for this issue—the first of many more to come over the course of this year.



The boundless creativity of the Forge community thrills, energizes, and quite frankly terrifies us as we bear witness to the imaginative ways this tool can be used to create new and entirely unexpected experiences in Halo.



Keep on keepin’ on!

Community Cartography 024

Forge Features: January 12, 2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… time to spend the holidays exploring the wonders of the Custom Game Browser!



If you’re looking for a place to start, I got you—let’s check some out together.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/0b647a3e-a5ac-4f12-8222-566409c18430">WAKA WAKA</a> <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3b794534-6c89-4226-9760-feb5018bf3e2">Mode Download</a> Author: McElgun



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/0b647a3e-a5ac-4f12-8222-566409c18430"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Waka Waka map made in Forge" class="wp-image-88929" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/WakaWaka-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



This infection map/mode combo is just the right amount of neon RGB for all gamers. There are cubbies with weapons for survivors and lots of twists and turns for zombies to hide. Keep your wits about you as you skulk around in the dark!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/755ad181-e505-4023-b470-5d41f7d49832">DUCK HUNT MINECRAFT</a> <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/20e85e97-1067-410a-a202-81575483a686">Mode Download</a> Author: Kirby Oofss



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/755ad181-e505-4023-b470-5d41f7d49832"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Minecraft-themed Duck Hunt map made in Forge" class="wp-image-88887" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/DuckHunt-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



It’s the classic “get-from-point-A-to-point-B-while-not-being-sniped” mode with a blocky twist. Each level brings a new challenge in this cat-and-mouse game of sliding, running, jumping, and dodging to get to the end for a brief moment of respite before continuing through the maze. Good luck!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/53aa6c36-22c3-47a1-ade0-76ec3232ec46">GOOSE HALO</a> <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/14ce711b-2bb9-4673-a2cb-c16b2bbb64d4">Mode Download</a> Authors: ArturBloodshot, Hitbox Unknown



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/53aa6c36-22c3-47a1-ade0-76ec3232ec46"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Goose Halo map made in Forge" class="wp-image-88901" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/GooseHalo-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



The classic “Halo on Halo” returns in Halo Infinite. (Does that make it “Halo on Halo on Halo”? Say that three times fast.) You, a Mongoose, and your driving skills vs the eagle-eyed sharpshooter above.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a12d6d0f-2ff1-4927-b85c-b37b43dbdd07">ARCTIC POINT | FIREFIGHT OPS</a> Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ce3ae052-8806-48d4-9f7e-f5d46dc84a4d">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/583a02e4-5073-48c9-a83b-b591ff75860a">Medium</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ca723f5b-2513-4d05-b170-f2d7ee46a686">Hard</a> Authors: UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, Azwilko1997, Artifice7285



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a12d6d0f-2ff1-4927-b85c-b37b43dbdd07"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Arctic Point map made in Forge" class="wp-image-88873" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/ArcticPoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Jump into Arctic Point and take on the enemy as you progress through this community-created campaign mission. How long can you survive the onslaught? If it’s too easy, try ramping up the difficulty!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3dca1327-2b01-4203-aa64-fa690f7e6b46">CAMPAIGN OP: SNOW SPEAR</a> Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/c22d0ffe-6130-49c7-a6de-6aabbb7330d5">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/34cb31b0-5fdb-4fae-90fc-12f2fcf36907">Mythic</a> Author: seanonix



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3dca1327-2b01-4203-aa64-fa690f7e6b46"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Snow Spear map made in Forge" class="wp-image-88915" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/SnowSpear-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Squad up and take on the enemy in this custom campaign level! Battle Bassus, juke with Jega (and more!) as you try to survive and make it to the end.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TUTORIAL TRAINING</h2>



‘Tis the season, and you can just call Ducain23 “Santa Forge” because he’s back with yet another tutorial for us!



If you want to properly winter-ize your maps but aren’t sure how to go about it, he’s got you covered and you’ll be decking the halls in no time.



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SEND NODES



/u/Bricklemore says “no one asked for this,” but after checking it out <a href="https://old.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/18dghfe/forge_infographics_the_anatomy_of_a_node_my_last/">Node Anatomy 101</a> is something I think a lot of aspiring Forgers will certainly appreciate. Nodes can be confusing and this helpful diagram breaks it down into smaller, more manageable chunks.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://old.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/18dghfe/forge_infographics_the_anatomy_of_a_node_my_last/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1888" height="1345" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph.jpg" alt="Community-made infographic containing details about node graphs" class="wp-image-88943" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph.jpg 1888w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph-300x214.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph-1024x729.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph-768x547.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph-1536x1094.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/12/NodeGraph-1568x1117.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1888px) 100vw, 1888px" /></a></figure>



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That’s a wrap on Forge Features for the year! We’ll be back with more next year—in the meantime, play hard, win well.



Happy Halodays!

Community Cartography 023

Forge Features: December 15, 2023

Would you believe we’re over a month into Season 5 already? We were floored by what folks were creating with the Forge AI Toolkit within the first week, and that momentum is still building with incredible new creations that we can’t wait to share with you.



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<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/1bbe31bc-c8a6-4541-aadf-a02de3756bec" target="_blank">THE SILENT CARTOGRAPHER CAMPAIGN</a> Credits: Nikos4476 Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/5ad007d1-705f-43cb-a01f-13f5c8d1fdc3">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/21becbf7-0b04-43fb-8ccb-fdabfeaf7657">Normal</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/bff3d99c-4717-4113-aa42-7b18cd2732ae">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2645dca7-043e-4465-91dc-0ebb9964472e">Legendary</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/1bbe31bc-c8a6-4541-aadf-a02de3756bec"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Silent Cartographer beach assault recreated in Forge" class="wp-image-87126" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/SilentCartographer-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Forgers have no chill. This much has become clear with our first spotlighted map. We anticipated that folks would recreate various moments and scenarios from previous Halo campaigns, but I don’t think we ever expected that we would see the entirety of The Silent Cartographer from Halo: CE remade—the island, enemy placements, substructures, objectives…



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<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93bd943a-5125-4c7d-aca5-d48fa36cf376" target="_blank">HALO WARS 2 TERMINUS FIREFIGHT</a> Credits: Lemonsquare7609, Trooper509, vacant10086, Arxchangel, Donut Droper, Xitespdrman Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ba099c5f-a2d1-4cb9-8acf-040f8b61f3b9">Halo Wars 2 Terminus Firefight</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93bd943a-5125-4c7d-aca5-d48fa36cf376"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Halo Wars 2 Terminus Firefight created in Forge" class="wp-image-87112" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HW2Terminus-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Twenty-one waves of Banished enemies are ready to throw themselves at you, your allies, and the cores you must protect. Get upgrades to strengthen your team, use vehicles to bring superior firepower to bear, and prepare to experience Halo Wars from a first-person perspective. (8-12 players recommended.)



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<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/7617ce5f-4a90-4756-9b70-ea3ccd8613dd" target="_blank">CORROSION CAMPAIGN</a> Credits: Private1179529 Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/bb30da74-5366-43dc-8640-5690598472ce">Corrosion Campaign</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/7617ce5f-4a90-4756-9b70-ea3ccd8613dd"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Corrosion mission created in Forge" class="wp-image-87070" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Corrosion-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



The Banished have discovered a rare, highly toxic fluid that they are mining to enhance their fuel rod-based weaponry, and it’s up to you to stop them. Are you taking this on alone, as a Headhunter team of two, or will you deploy a full fireteam of four to bring an end to this dire threat?



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<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8b05e1bd-25f9-48ac-b199-b8eae79632c0" target="_blank">FIREFIGHT HELM’S DEEP</a> Credits: AngeloGrotti



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8b05e1bd-25f9-48ac-b199-b8eae79632c0"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of top-down view of Helm's Deep created in Forge" class="wp-image-87098" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/HelmsDeep-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



“The horn of Helm Hammerhand shall sound in the deep one last time. Let this be the hour when we draw swords together. Fell deeds awake. Now for wrath, now for ruin, and the red dawn. Forth Èorlingas!”



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<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bd443aee-f7c4-4727-8c28-8e5a00a8a83c" target="_blank">FIREFIGHT BIKINI BOTTOM</a> Credits: Im Adopted69527



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bd443aee-f7c4-4727-8c28-8e5a00a8a83c"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Bikini Bottom map created in Forge" class="wp-image-87056" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/BikiniBottom-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Plankton has enlisted the aid of the Banished to steal the Krabby Patty formula! Fight to defend Bikini Bottom from this evil, diabolical, lemon-scented scheme!



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Zechariot has been turning out some fantastic tutorials for Forgers to use in a variety of creative ways. To kick things off, how about a “vending machine” where you can buy AI units for your team?



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And on the aesthetic side of things, Ducain23 has a guide to help you create murky algae water and custom trees.



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That’ll round us out for this issue of Forge Features! If you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a very important appointment with the Custom Game Browser—Bikini Bottom needs rescuing at three, and first light on the fifth day is rapidly approaching so we’ve gotta make sure we’re in the right spot when the forces there look to the east…



Happy Forging!

Community Cartography 022

Forge Features: November 22, 2023

More maps, more experiences, and more jaw-dropping creations leveraging the Forge AI Toolkit have been delivered since Season 5 launched. Being able to create your own mini-Firefight experience, recreate campaign missions, or lose hours of the day by way of various minigames means the options are endless, and we’ve got plenty to show off today!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8b99ac94-a0d7-48cf-b1de-474e29215f4c">GRUNT WARS CONVERSION</a> Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ee3ddc3c-0e55-4bd5-a6a5-834e4020b314">Grunt Wars</a> Credits: Hitmonchanel, Shrad Marden



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8b99ac94-a0d7-48cf-b1de-474e29215f4c"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars.jpg" alt="Grunts in the hill of Grunt Wars" class="wp-image-85784" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/GruntWars-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



I saw this in the Custom Game Browser and had absolutely zero clue what to expect, but “Grunt Wars” sounded amazing. So, I jumped in immediately and I was not disappointed. Waves upon waves of Grunts just pouring out from the Behemoth towers, all trying to capture a hill, yielded pure chaos.



10/10 experience.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3f788be8-f692-408d-a91e-33b684335162">TIMBERLAND EVOLVED</a> Credits: Micheal B 2K8, D0ctorSmurf, Okom1, Virus11010, Darth Draius, MikRips, Mr IncrediJON



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3f788be8-f692-408d-a91e-33b684335162"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02.jpg" alt="Big Team Battle map Timberland recreated in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-85728" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TimberlandEvolved02-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Picture it. <s>Halo: Combat Evolved</s> <s>Halo: Reach</s> Halo Infinite, 2023. You can take a long stroll through the forest and get the strongest sense of déjà vu. That’s right. Timberland is back as Timberland Evolved, and it’s just as you remember it!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/99cf9838-9669-4e6b-8588-4cb437109727">STORM FIREFIGHT</a> Modes: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2a3f2858-6713-4d9c-8dac-fc831bfae9d8">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/9aaccaf7-df6f-4bcc-b611-500b6b64ff84">Normal</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/3d3d4314-f6c1-4efe-a435-b8895a5f4709">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/b141e55e-8e0f-433e-9644-4e0c5802e536">Legendary</a> Credits: RiskiestSole35, DaBratva



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/99cf9838-9669-4e6b-8588-4cb437109727"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm.jpg" alt="Recreation of the Halo 3 mission "The Storm" in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-85742" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TheStorm-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



If you’ve played Halo 3’s campaign, this will look exceedingly familiar. Storm the beach and take on waves of enemies in Storm Firefight, a recreation of—wait for it—the campaign mission The Storm. There’s even a Scarab for you to contend with! Adjust the difficulty as you see fit, and good luck.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/536787d5-78f0-4647-bf57-c09122ef8ced">TOWER DEFENSE ULTIMATE – ALPINE</a> Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/294498da-25a9-4890-b786-0a99ed7edce6">Tower Defense Ultimate</a> Credits: hiBeekle



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/536787d5-78f0-4647-bf57-c09122ef8ced"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate.jpg" alt="A Tower Defense map created in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-85756" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/TowerDefenseUltimate-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



This is the tower defense mode you remember—limited lives, numerous enemy waves, and a set path they will attack along. Your job: Defend the towers and hold the line. Don’t let me be the one to sell you on this, check out Beekle’s video for even more info.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FORGE & FANCY-FREE</h2>



Some other little bytes to sate your appetite…



Maybe you find yourself longing to catch ‘em all, Halo style. In that case, <a href="https://twitter.com/DanTheBloke/status/1718754557293920275">@DanTheBloke</a>’s Battle Arena is just for you.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">The Pokemon Battle Arena is finally ready 🎉 Pick your team within a 1000 point limit, arm them and send them into the arena! 💥 First to 5 rounds wins 👊 Find the map and mode here: <a href="https://t.co/qqJDoLUJAR">https://t.co/qqJDoLUJAR</a> (or search pokemon-arena in the browser)<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaloInfinite?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaloInfinite</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaloReckoning?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaloReckoning</a> <a href="https://t.co/sYTSKRhyE5">pic.twitter.com/sYTSKRhyE5</a>— Dan The Bloke (@DanTheBloke) <a href="https://twitter.com/DanTheBloke/status/1718754557293920275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2023</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/db26fa3e-d94b-4135-97a5-7d1e11953abb"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon.jpg" alt="Recreation of a game allowing you to catch all the Halo enemies in one go." class="wp-image-85770" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/11/Halomon-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/db26fa3e-d94b-4135-97a5-7d1e11953abb">Map Download</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/ece61d37-935b-49d2-991f-1ae0f5ac22eb">Mode Download</a>



Or maybe you’re looking to play some soccer with vehicles… also Halo style. <a href="https://twitter.com/DanTheBloke/status/1721634058130633146">You can do that too</a>!



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">Haloified Rocket League is ready for action! ⚽️🚗💨 Razorback starts, 5 goals to win! Boosting – Mark while looking forwards/ down Jumping – Mark while looking up Wallriding – Ride walls by driving up them Grab it here: <a href="https://t.co/7Gh1dgaEBZ">https://t.co/7Gh1dgaEBZ</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaloInfinite?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaloInfinite</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RocketLeague?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RocketLeague</a> <a href="https://t.co/qggzpioDYx">pic.twitter.com/qggzpioDYx</a>— Dan The Bloke (@DanTheBloke) <a href="https://twitter.com/DanTheBloke/status/1721634058130633146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 6, 2023</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/1cd62a8b-5a6a-409c-81d8-4b1701b6ed45">Map Download</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/d0894af3-1b65-4962-a0a8-711d852405fe">Mode Download</a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TUTORIAL TRAINING</h2>



 If you’ve been struggling to create round-based modes that end and properly award the victory screen to the team that wins, let Fourkings13 help you out.



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<iframe loading="lazy" title="Script a Working Round Lose Trigger and How to Force All Players to One Team - Halo Infinite Forge" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4MPvtLFSjv0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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 Ducain23 is back with another AI toolkit tutorial. This time, he’s showing how to script wave intermissions and endless waves. His tutorial series is a great resource if you’re trying to dip your toes into the world of Forging AI.  



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That will bring this week’s feature to a close. We continue to be surprised and delighted at what you manage to create, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.



In the meantime, see you in the CGB!

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Forge Features: November 10, 2023

Forge has evolved.



With the arrival of Season 5 of Halo
Infinite, players have now got their hands on the Forge AI Toolkit which
has well and truly changed the game, as you can now add AI units to the maps
you create.



Already, we have seen PvPvE experiences
populate the Custom Game Browser, along with recreations of classic campaign
missions and even brand-new ones. As we hit our twentieth issue of Forge
Features, that seems like a nice round number to start showcasing some of these
incredible new experiences that you can jump in and play right now.



For a more comprehensive breakdown of the additions made to Forge in Season 5, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/forge-overview-season-5">check out our Forge Overview blog</a>.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FIREFIGHT CUSTOM GAME MODE</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of (from left-to-right) a Brute, Hunter, and Jackal on a dark map" class="wp-image-84630" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-FF-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



When setting up a custom game for
Firefight, you’ll want to make sure that you’ve got the right mode set up to
have the optimal experience. Sometimes you can use one that’s more “general,”
but sometimes there will be maps that use their own specific mode variant(s).
Some even come with difficulty levels.



For a good general Firefight mode where
the player simply needs to survive ten rounds, be sure to bookmark the
following:



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/0c02c58e-dea7-4e73-82c5-4a244602209b">FIREFIGHT
– WoodComet673577</a>



For others which are more map-specific,
you will find these included below.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/feab8eb6-c485-42ba-84dd-d754fdcd63cb">INCLEMENCY</a> Credits: MadmanEpic Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/4b2708ac-e929-479e-9667-8516a8a396bc">Inclemency Campaign</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/feab8eb6-c485-42ba-84dd-d754fdcd63cb"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Inclemency Forge map" class="wp-image-84546" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-0-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



An early example of what a “custom
campaign mission”-type experience using Forge AI looks like, where you’ll be
fighting Banished in the snow.



There’s a vehicular section as you
navigate through several Banished checkpoints; there are some narrow bridges
and walkways; you’ll storm a Banished facility and fight a hammer-wielding Chieftain
in close-quarters, before heading to the extraction point and fighting off
several waves of tough enemies.



Either jump in solo or grab a couple of
friends and try it out!



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f36bfa5c-6654-4a4d-b9c2-7fc88c7ff587">FIREFIGHT HALO REVAMPED</a> Credits: JAYZEN0009, ghostlyswat12



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f36bfa5c-6654-4a4d-b9c2-7fc88c7ff587"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of the Firefight Halo Revamped Forge map" class="wp-image-84560" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Battlecruisers and corvettes are inbound
with enemy troops! Survive five rounds against an onslaught of enemies and hold
the line to claim victory.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/59476aa0-1a37-4f20-bb94-fe3d3870e52d">H2 OUTSKIRTS FIREFIGHT</a> Credits: Ju Jitsu X, Squishiop9, tttwyson Mode: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2a3f2858-6713-4d9c-8dac-fc831bfae9d8">Easy</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/9aaccaf7-df6f-4bcc-b611-500b6b64ff84">Normal</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/3d3d4314-f6c1-4efe-a435-b8895a5f4709">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/b141e55e-8e0f-433e-9644-4e0c5802e536">Legendary</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/59476aa0-1a37-4f20-bb94-fe3d3870e52d"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Jackals, Skirmishers, and Elites in the Halo 2 Outskirts courtyard created in Forge" class="wp-image-84588" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-3-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



“We’ve got Jackals in the courtyard!”



It’s the holdout section from Halo 2’s
Outskirts mission, featuring some adjustments to the overall layout. You can
bookmark different modes which scale the AI difficulty, so maybe you’re looking
for an easy time ploughing through enemy waves, or perhaps you’ve gathered a
group of friends and you’re looking for a challenge to test your mettle on
Legendary.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/85a81bf5-4b11-402d-b952-b08f4ba9274c">INFINITE FIREFIGHT REFUGE</a> Credits: Cousin Tim, InfiniteForges, Michael B 2K8, NightAvenger01, I Crush All, CertifiedChamp, ItzSkittz3964



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/85a81bf5-4b11-402d-b952-b08f4ba9274c"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of a Phantom on the Infinite Firefight Refuge Forge map" class="wp-image-84574" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/FF20-2-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



Just when you thought you couldn’t be
more in awe of the maps this crew puts together, they deliver this…



Abandoned and overgrown, Halo 2’s
Headlong has become a battleground for the Banished.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/6ad1375f-b425-4b73-ae26-ef5a9efd6fd0">INSTALLATION 07 FIREFIGHT</a> Credits: TJtheForger



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One of the encounters that Firefight
naturally ended up evolving out of were the holdout sections in Halo: CE’s
second mission, where the Master Chief must seek out and protect Marine
survivors from several waves of Covenant dropships while exploring the
Forerunner structures and beam towers that almost serve as “lighthouses” for
these encounters.



It is only natural, then, that this experience
has been recreated with Forge AI in Halo Infinite.



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/07ab2435-ba9f-42f3-8374-f6bfc1cab5e3">PVPVE BLOODGULCH</a> Credits: ghostlyswat12, DaringMacil, AlphaEpsilon



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Many years ago, I remember one of the
first videos of Halo modding that I ever saw was of a big AI battle on
Blood Gulch where Hunters were sat on Scorpion tanks and all manner of
explosive green chaos ensued.



That was well over fifteen years ago, and
now you can actually create this experience for yourself in Halo Infinite.



This PvPvE experience offers 12v12 for players
and 16v16 AI—with some being aligned to your team, and others on the enemy’s.
It is, perhaps, one of the purest possible expressions of Halo
imaginable.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TUTORIAL
TRAINING</h2>



Interested in making maps that utilize the Forge AI Toolkit for yourself? Well, there’s a variety of video guides you can watch to get a greater understanding of the systems and options that are at your disposal.



<a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/6NLZw-BL8hg?si=z1kpOaYZ8ozvUPBK&t=4720">FORGE
FUNDAMENTALS: SEASON 5 & AI TOOLKIT</a>



First up, we did our own showcase of the Forge AI Toolkit during a Community Stage panel at the 2023 Halo World Championship.



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Join 343 staff John Junyszek (Sr.
Community Manager), Michael Schorr (Forge Lord), and Connor Kennelly (Forge
Technical Designer) as they dive into the details of what’s new to Forge in
Season 5 and how you can use it.



<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K29fMJodXP0">HOW TO SPAWN AI IN FORGE |
BEGINNER TUTORIAL</a>



Ducain23 has been putting together a series of tutorials on the Forge AI Toolkit, and this is a great place to start—how to spawn AI on your map and make them move around.



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This video will give you a good
understanding of things like nav mesh and move zones (how AI movement on the
map works), the various methods of spawning (like whether they arrive by drop
pod, Phantom dropship, or fade in), and how to put these things to the test.



<a href="https://youtu.be/mDdTG9z1ic4?si=j7Kkm5T0jAo5ar98">HALO INFINITE FORGE PVE
CAMPAIGN SCRIPTING GUIDE</a>



For something a little more advanced and
long-form, check out MadmanEpic’s video on how he put together the scripting
for his Inclemency campaign-style mission experience.



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As MadmanEpic puts it himself, the
Inclemency map isn’t copy protected and he encourages players to jump into
Forge to fiddle around with the map and see how he put it all together.



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That rounds us out for this issue of
Forge Features, which has now become even more exciting with the new kinds of
maps and experiences that players are able to create using these new tools.



It’s not even been two weeks since Season 5 launched and we’re already seeing some incredible creations from the community—we can’t even begin to imagine just how much farther there is to push the envelope, which just means that we’re every bit as excited as you are.



Now, if you’ll excuse me, the next wave’s
droppin’ in and it’s about to get hot!

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Forge Features: October 27, 2023

In our last issue of Forge Features before the upcoming release of Season 5 of Halo Infinite on October 17, we revisit some legendary spaces from Halo 2 and Halo 3: ODST that have been lovingly recreated in Forge.



Prepare to bookmark!



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CONTROL ROOM (HALO 2) Credits: tHe PR gAmEr117, AngelitoCO <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/847054c9-b42f-407d-b46e-4be989676919">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/847054c9-b42f-407d-b46e-4be989676919"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Control Room made in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-82616" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/ControlRoom-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></a></figure>



“No, Arbiter, the Great Journey has begun. And the Brutes, not the Elites, shall be the Prophets’ escort!”



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SECURITY ZONE Credits: Virus11010, Cousin Tim, Its LOLO, MikRips <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/96ede14f-623e-4868-a745-e791d3dd8e31">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/96ede14f-623e-4868-a745-e791d3dd8e31"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Security Zone made in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-82658" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/SecurityZone-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></a></figure>



The Office of Naval Intelligence maintains a facility inside the New Mombasa city limits. Be a good neighbor, and respect the ONI security perimeter.



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ALPHA SITE Credits: Virus11010, Cousin Tim, Its LOLO, MikRips <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/42fb7640-19f0-477f-b202-4314acb4b0e3">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/42fb7640-19f0-477f-b202-4314acb4b0e3"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Alpha Site made in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-82602" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/AlphaSite-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></a></figure>



You did not respect the ONI security perimeter and are now inside Alpha Site—home to many Vidmaster: Endure success stories. Hope you brought some CQC gear!



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DEIMOS Credits: SE7ENGINE <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f84dd787-335b-4183-8676-33df42f5821f">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f84dd787-335b-4183-8676-33df42f5821f"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-scaled.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite screenshot of Deimos made in Halo Infinite's Forge" class="wp-image-82630" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/10/Deimos-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></a></figure>



And now, for something a little different for those who are fans of both function and form.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">COMMUNITY CREATIONS</h2>



Reclaimer Studios has put together a two-minute tutorial on how to create a “keycard system” for doors and elevators in Halo Infinite‘s Forge. Switch on closed captions and try it out yourself!



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Stay tuned next week for a preview of what is coming to Forge when Season 5 of Halo Infinite releases later this month—trust us, you don’t want to miss it!



See you on the other side…

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Forge Features: October 6, 2023

It’s already the middle of September, can you believe it? So while it’s not quite time to wake anyone up yet, we’re getting close. This year has flown by fast, and Forgers have not slowed down a bit. We have some more awesome maps to show off—from a floating experience, to roaming some fortress ruins, and more. Let’s take a look!



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LEVITATION Credits: ElphCrimLester, Smullepucke Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f9c93a40-dc6e-4f4e-9f64-f23abfe8d95e">Levitation</a>



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As a mouse modestly said once, we all float on okay.



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WARSAW Credits: Le Frenchys, Galaxytivity Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5e0143af-f92b-4244-ac32-9579faa992ec">Warsaw</a>



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It’s not quite the Vistula River but the lava river fits the industrial aesthetic.



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ARCHON Credits: WAR FH, I am a Luxury, W0lfR3ign, marka2263 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/0c688bfa-7be4-4c76-8cce-2123178125ee">Archon</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-scaled.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-80819" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2023/09/FF18-3-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></figure>



A map fit for a king with all the gilded accents and abundant treasure to be found.



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FORTRESS Credits: MikRips, bullet2thehead9, Virus11010 Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/22115c4e-8e63-4181-b879-1cfaa94eaa03">Fortress</a>



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Have fun storming the <s>castle</s> fortress!



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">COMMUNITY CREATIONS</h2>



If you’re looking for some Halo: Combat Evolved remakes to check out, hop on over to Mr Metal Man’s video and see his top ten picks. And yes, Chiron TL-34 is here, which automatically makes this amazing.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SEASONAL SEEKINGS</h2>



Don’t forget we’re still on the lookout for seasonally themed maps so if you got ‘em, let us know using the in-game tags.



<ul><li>343ask-Autumn</li><li>343ask-Winter</li><li>343ask-Summer</li><li>343ask-Spring</li></ul>



See you next time for future fancy forges!