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Halo Infinite


<p><em>Didn’t you know? Spartans never die.</em></p>



<p>Operation: Great Journey is landing next Tuesday, November 5, and it’s bringing a lot of great additions to <em>Halo Infinite</em>. Arriving just in time for the twentieth birthday of <em>Halo 2</em>, the Winter 2024 update will include a <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/playlist-overview-great-journey" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Halo 2</em>-inspired playlist</a> with legacy movement mechanics, Third-Person Firefight, new Forge features, and much more.</p>



<p>Even with those head-turning additions, potentially the most anticipated aspect of the release is the arrival of a brand-new weapon.</p>



<p>Let’s take a look!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>MA5K AVENGER</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-1024x576.jpg" alt="Three Spartans holding assault rifles in a jungle. A recreation of the cover from the novel, Halo: Ghosts of Onyx." class="wp-image-122806" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark-1568x882.jpg 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/MA5K_Sizzler_Wallpaper_R01_1920x1080_NoWatermark.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Originally seen on the cover of <em>Halo: Ghosts of Onyx</em> back in 2006, wielded by Spartan-III super-soldiers, the MA5K will be joining the arsenal of weapons in <em>Halo Infinite</em> as the MA5K Avenger.</p>



<p>This fully automatic rifle stands out with its extremely high rate-of-fire, which is properly accompanied by an increased magazine size. Built by Misriah Armory for running and gunning at a short range, the Avenger also has a fast ready-up time after sprinting, rapid reload speed, and can be switched to very quickly.</p>



<p>All in all, the MA5K Avenger has a commanding presence in <em>Halo Infinite</em>’s close quarters combat dance. To see it in action, be sure to check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8B4Bppq_JM&t=2427s" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8B4Bppq_JM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our recent Winter Update Community Livestream</a>!</p>



<p>As we were building out the weapon, we knew it would only be natural to have it fit into the SMG role. Celebrating the game that first introduced SMGs to <em>Halo</em> by bringing an SMG-class weapon to <em>Halo Infinite</em> felt like a great fit.</p>



<p>Our tuning process started by examining <em>Halo 2</em>’s SMG, which wasn’t known as the most effective weapon unless dual-wielded, and cross-referencing it with the SMGs from <em>Halo 3: ODST</em> and <em>Halo 5</em>, which were both highly effective and positively received by players. After plenty of fun playtests and iteration, we landed on a tuning pass which feels similar to both, yet has clearly established an identity of its own as a natural inclusion into this pantheon of SMGs.</p>



<p>Starting next week, the MA5K Avenger will be the starting weapon in the <em>Halo 2</em>-inspired Delta Arena playlist, become your secondary weapon in many Firefight experiences, and start appearing on SMG-class weapon racks throughout the game.</p>



<p>Equip your Mirage IIC armor, go hands-on with it, and let us know how it feels!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SANDBOX UPDATES</strong></h2>



<p>A few other sandbox updates will be landing alongside the addition of the MA5K Avenger.</p>



<p>Here’s what you can expect when you boot up <em>Halo Infinite</em> next week!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint.jpg" alt="A Spartan holding the VK78 Commando aims down its sights." class="wp-image-122792" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/Fleetcom_Commando_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">VK78 COMMANDO</h3>



<p>Previously, when using the VK78 Commando at maximum spread, the bullets were trending only to the outer edges of the bloomed reticle. To give the VK78 Commando a more consistent feel, we’ve adjusted the bloom properties to allow the bullet to land anywhere within the bounds of the bloomed reticle. This is similar to the adjustment made with the MA40 AR in the Operation: Fleetcom update.</p>



<p>To balance out the now more accurate Commando, the bloom will reach maximum spread slightly quicker than before. </p>



<p>– Increased maximum bullet spread.<br>ㅤㅤ- Maximum error angle (high) 0.9 >> 0.95<br>– Adjusted Commando Rifle error angles to give it a more consistent feel.<br>ㅤㅤ- Minimum error angle (high) 0.6 >> 0.08<br>– Faster bloom expansion.<br>ㅤㅤ- Upper bound deceleration time 0.2152 >> 0.2252</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">MK50 SIDEKICK</h3>



<p>The Mk50 Sidekick has always been one of the most effective weapons in the sandbox. We wanted to keep that consistent feeling, while also addressing feedback around it still feeling a little too effective at range. To accomplish this, we’ve adjusted the weapon’s bloom properties to incentivize scavenging while still keeping it as that reliable secondary weapon players can depend on.<br><br>Similar to the VK78 Commando above, we’ve adjusted the bloom properties to prevent the bullets from favoring the reticle’s outer edge, allowing them to now land anywhere inside the reticle.<br><br>To balance that increased consistency, we’ve increased its potential spread when fired rapidly.</p>



<p>– Increased base bullet spread.<br>ㅤㅤ- Maximum error angle (low) 0.03 >> 0.35<br>ㅤㅤ- Lower bound deceleration 0.55 >> 0.56<br>ㅤㅤ- Upper bound deceleration 0.42 >> 0.43</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint.jpg" alt="A Spartan holding a Mk50 Sidekick runs down a hallway as explosions happen behind them." class="wp-image-122778" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/SoF_Sidekick_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ACTIVE CAMO</h3>



<p>“Sneaky beaver” flag runs are a staple of Capture the Flag which provide exciting and creative gameplay experiences. With that in mind, we’ve seen players on the offensive utilize the camo flag run with extremely high efficiency.</p>



<p>To give the team whose flag has been taken a better fighting chance to stop a camouflaged flag runner—and to more closely match the camo behavior of previous <em>Halo</em> games—the camo flag runner’s Spartan will remain camouflaged, but the flag itself will be visible.</p>



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



<p>The Thruster is currently a piece of equipment that offers a high reward but takes little risk when used during combat. Its quick dash movement while simultaneously always having your weapon ready to fire was something we wanted to look at more closely.</p>



<p>To address this, activating Thruster will now briefly disable weapon use, similar to <em>Halo 5</em>’s Thruster. This should provide some counterplay potential to those battling against a Thruster user while still giving the Thruster user an advantage.</p>



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<p>A brand-new weapon with the MA5K Avenger, new sandbox balance updates, a <em>Halo 2</em>-inspired playlist, Third-Person Firefight, and more all arrive next Tuesday, November 5, with the 2024 Winter Update and Operation: Great Journey.</p>


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Sandbox Overview | Great Journey


<p>Picture it… The year is 2004, Mountain Dew and Doritos are the snacks de rigueur, and the sequel to 2001’s hit game <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> is in your Xbox, ready to go.</p>



<p><em>Twenty</em> years ago, the gaming world was introduced to <em>Halo 2,</em> and things were never the same. The multiplayer experience forged friendships, propelled online gaming to the mainstream, elevated MLG to another level, and was truly a catalyst of the early gaming and online eras.</p>



<p>With Operation: Great Journey coming on November 5, we wanted to celebrate this iconic milestone by bringing the <em>Halo 2</em> festivities to <em>Halo Infinite</em>. Here are the playlists that will be available next week…</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><strong>DELTA ARENA</strong></h2>



<p>Delta Arena is a playlist intended to embody the spirit of the gameplay you experienced in 2004. Think of it as a modern take on the legacy settings you remember from days of yore.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock.jpg" alt="Two sticks and a rock near a serene brook." class="wp-image-122719" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/2sticks_1rock-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The Delta Arena modes will feature:</p>



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



<li>No clamber</li>



<li>Increased jump height</li>



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



<p>You’ll be playing a mix of Slayer, Oddball, Capture the Flag, and King of the Hill on some maps that will look very familiar:</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Ascension (Ascension)</h2>



<p>Credits: bullet2thehead9, DISTORTED JAKAL, MikRips<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dde40c05-2441-4e17-a4ed-3888a4a79c1e">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Ascension created in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122763" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_030-67227a8ecfb5c-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Boulevard (Turf)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, ArtNoob, MikRips<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/05a4f045-0b4b-4565-a246-38fb6be62a30">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Turf in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-122621" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_027-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Canopy (Lockout)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, MikRips, ArtNoob<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4136d751-8a9c-4036-b1c0-524d6b5c10c9">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Lockout in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122635" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_017-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Conjurer (Warlock)</h2>



<p>Credits: MikRips, bullet2thehead9, DISTORTED JAKAL<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c61aa8f0-d6d3-4ee7-b6ed-704d922fafa7">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Warlock in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122649" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_022-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Inquisitor (Midship)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr GreenCastle, MikRips, ArtNoob, WookieCookies<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/32487285-d829-4a07-947e-996c259a76a8">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Midship in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122663" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_002-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Serenity (Sanctuary)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, MikRips<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/474233e4-b780-4fb2-8d03-0a6bae65afa3">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Sanctuary in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122677" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_013-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Beaver Canyon (Beaver Creek)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, Azwilko1997, MikRips<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c7a3eb2a-663f-4258-8bb6-074593720eed">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Beaver Creek in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122691" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_006-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>It’s time to party like it’s 2024!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><strong>THIRD-PERSON FIREFIGHT</strong></h2>



<p><em>Halo</em> has been a first-person shooter since its release in 2001 (except of course for some gameplay elements such as driving, operating turrets, etc), but it previously explored third-person action during the MacWorld days. As a result, players have often dreamed what <em>Halo</em> would look like from a different vantage point. At long last, that dream is a reality with the introduction of Third-Person Firefight!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008.jpg" alt="A Spartan playing a game of Firefight: King of the Hill in Third-Person perspective" class="wp-image-122734" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_008-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>You will soon be able to see the <em>Halo Infinite</em> Firefight experience you know through a whole new lens. Battle for the hill on your favorite Firefight: King of the Hill map and mode combo while being able to admire how enemies look from afar (or around corners), while also allowing you to appreciate how stylish you are. It’ll be the first in <em>Halo</em> matchmaking history.</p>



<p>At launch, you’ll be playing Firefight: King of the Hill on Normal difficulty with Heroic and Legendary following later. Here’s what is coming at launch:</p>



<ul>
<li>Fiestafight: King of the Hill</li>



<li>Firefight: King of the Hill</li>



<li>Gruntpocalypse: King of the Hill</li>



<li>Gruntpocalypse Fiesta: King of the Hill</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006.jpg" alt="A Spartan playing a game of Firefight: King of the Hill in Third-Person perspective" class="wp-image-122749" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/pk_006-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>And the maps you’ll be playing on:</p>



<ul>
<li>Ardent Prayer</li>



<li>Behemoth</li>



<li>Breaker</li>



<li>Cliffhanger</li>



<li>Courtyard</li>



<li>Deadlock</li>



<li>Exiled</li>



<li>Fragmentation</li>



<li>Gyrefight</li>



<li>Highpower</li>



<li>House of Reckoning</li>



<li>Kusini Bay</li>



<li>Launch Site</li>



<li>Lone Wolf</li>



<li>Oasis</li>



<li>Powerhouse</li>



<li>Refuge</li>



<li>Rendezvous</li>



<li>Scarr</li>



<li>Vallaheim</li>
</ul>



<p>You’ll also be able to explore and play with the third-Person camera in custom games and we can’t wait to see what you create with these options!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><strong>RANKED UPDATE</strong></h2>



<p>There’s also some updates coming to the Ranked experience with Operation: Great Journey in the form of two new map additions. </p>



<p>Fortress is a brand-new symmetrical map design that plays CTF and all variants of Slayer (Tactical and Snipers included). Players can expect fast-paced action with exciting moments provided by dual sniper battles, Overshield, and more. It’s a beautiful map with a unique aesthetic that will have players taking a moment to enjoy the view.</p>



<p>Inquisitor is a remake of one of <em>Halo</em>’s most iconic maps—<em>Halo 2</em>‘s Midship. You’ll be transported back in time once you load into what is an amazing recreation. This map is tried and true. Inquisitor also plays at a fast pace in CTF and Slayer (Tactical and Snipers included). Be ready as soon as you spawn—the action is coming in hot!</p>



<p>Along with the Great Journey comes a rank reset, effectively giving you a Great Journey on your back up the ranked ladder. Good luck.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Inquisitor (Midship)</h2>



<p>Credits: UneeQ, Mr GreenCastle, MikRips, ArtNoob, WookieCookies<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/32487285-d829-4a07-947e-996c259a76a8">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003.jpg" alt="A remake of Halo 2's Midship created in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-122579" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/h2_map_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



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



<p>Credits: MikRips, Ethan Hibbs<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/22115c4e-8e63-4181-b879-1cfaa94eaa03">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004.jpg" alt="Fortress, a Halo Infinite Forge map" class="wp-image-122593" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/10/fortress_004-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



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<p>All of these experiences will be available with the launch of Operation: Great Journey on November 5. Warm up your thumbs and prepare to play!</p>


snickerdoodle

Playlist Overview | Great Journey

Community

Infection: Alpha Zombies & Refresh

Alex Wakeford

Haloween Operation Launch


<p>You have one shot. One opportunity. Will you seize it or let victory slip away?</p>



<p>Introducing One Shot Slayer. And yes, as the name implies, this new mode is going to be especially relevant to the interests of the Tactical Slayer fans.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tactical Refresh</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02.jpg" alt="Two Halo Infinite multiplayer Spartans holding Manglers." class="wp-image-119346" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_02-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>If you haven’t checked it out yet, <em>Halo Infinite</em>’s Tactical Slayer operates on the same rules and basis as past game installments. While previously known as SWAT, the mode remains the same. No one in the lobby has shields and everyone has a precision weapon of sorts capable of killing in a single headshot. Whether you’re wielding a BR, a DMR, a pistol, or the Mangler, aim for the head and keep moving!</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">One Shot Slayer</h1>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01.jpg" alt="A blue Halo Infinite multiplayer Spartan being chased by a full team of Gold Spartans." class="wp-image-119360" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/OneShotSlayer_01-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>It’s (tactical) combat: evolved. When the match starts, you’ll have your trusty Mangler equipped, but there’s only one round in the chamber. If you make it count, anywhere from head to toe, you’ll be refunded your bullet and live to have another fight. If you miss, you’ll find yourself scrambling to evade the shootout and hoping you can get a melee on a player to steal their round. If that fails, you simply have to stay under the radar and play your life for 5 seconds to regain your ability to return fire.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Lay of the Land</h1>



<p>Here’s the maps you’ll be playing for keeps on:</p>



<ul>
<li>Bazaar</li>



<li>Curfew</li>



<li>Illusion</li>



<li>Live Fire</li>



<li>Kiken’na</li>



<li>Solution</li>



<li>Streets</li>
</ul>



<p>Wipe off those sweaty palms, this is no time to have weak knees or heavy arms.  Look sharp and stay alive – your teammates are counting on you.</p>


One Shot Slayer

Forge Features


<p>Fall is (almost) here and so is another installment of Forge Features! This is where we look at all the incredible works that players across the <em>Halo</em> community are creating in <em>Halo Infinite</em>’s Forge tool.</p>



<p>And yes. I’m blinded by the majesty each and every time. Let’s check out some new stuff together!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93c10991-6e5c-4cf9-91f2-03bc40329a05">BENEATH</a></h2>



<p>Credits: Zaddy Hammer, The Xzamplez<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93c10991-6e5c-4cf9-91f2-03bc40329a05">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint.jpg" alt="Beneath - an ethereal map created in Halo Infinite's Forge tool." class="wp-image-119119" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Beneath_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>“Stunning” is the only word that comes to mind checking out this asymmetrical map. Everything about this map is pleasing to the eye and serves as a brilliant reminder of how powerful Forge is.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c61aa8f0-d6d3-4ee7-b6ed-704d922fafa7">CONJURER</a></h2>



<p>Credits: bullet2thehead9, MikRips, DISTORTED JAKAL, Mr Greencastle<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c61aa8f0-d6d3-4ee7-b6ed-704d922fafa7">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint.jpg" alt="Conjurer - a reimagining of Wizard from Halo C E, created in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-119133" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Conjurer_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Wizard…Warlock…Warlord…This map has known many iterations. But this might be the most beautiful one yet. Looks like it was conjured straight out of a fantasy novel!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4d7632b7-6511-4a52-aafd-825c7fa77d8a">BOREALIS</a></h2>



<p>Credits: SilvervioletX98<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4d7632b7-6511-4a52-aafd-825c7fa77d8a">Bookmark</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9ffdeb92-4b35-4023-840e-c5c79517ae9d">Firefight Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint.jpg" alt="Borealis - A B T B map inspired by Halo C E with a borealis in the sky created in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-119147" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/Borealis_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Fit for a Big Team Battle or a fierce Firefight, Borealis will give you big <em>Halo: Combat Evolved</em> vibes.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/54cb69c3-9f60-4061-85c4-0ab3da4d234a">HACKSAW CANYON</a></h2>



<p>Credits: nkdape<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/54cb69c3-9f60-4061-85c4-0ab3da4d234a">Bookmark</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint.jpg" alt="Hacksaw Canyon - a map created in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-119161" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/HacksawCanyon_Waypoint-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Mashing up the unlikely pairing of <em>Halo 4</em> and the battle of Hacksaw Ridge, this map works great for 8v8 squad battles as well as Firefight: King of the Hill, and a bunch of other modes.  </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/2abba1f1-c1b6-4f69-8136-70ebea74fcf1">SILENT CARTOGRAPHER</a></h2>



<p>Credits: Nilphz, AxiosVH, Starkey213036, ArturBloodshot and RedDeath3401<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/2abba1f1-c1b6-4f69-8136-70ebea74fcf1">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2f321d6e-7c78-41ec-aaf2-517cafc60188">Mode</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1079" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint.jpg" alt="The Halo C E campaign mission Silent Cartographer recreated in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-119175" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/09/SilentCartographer_Waypoint-1568x881.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The quintessential Master Chief experience—storming the beach of the Silent Cartographer. Now playable in <em>Halo Infinite</em>, courtesy of Forge.</p>



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<p>We’re always on the lookout for your creations, whether we’re surfing the in-game Customs Game Browser, browsing <s>Twitter</s> X, or by checking out the Forge show and tell area on the <a href="http://discord.gg/Halo">Halo Discord</a>.</p>



<p>Keep sharing your work and we’ll see you next time!</p>


Community Cartography 030

Forge Features: September 20, 2024

Champions Operation Launch

Refuge

Courtyard

Gyrefight

Powerhouse

Ardent Prayer

Lone Wolf


<p>The hills in Firefight: King of the Hill have moved to a new location. Reach, to be exact.</p>



<p>The latest update to the map pool for Firefight will have you battling the Banished on the familiar territory that is <em>Halo: Reach</em> maps. (Okay and one that’s <em>technically</em> a <em>Halo 2</em> map remade in <em>Halo: CEA</em> in <em>Halo: Reach</em>.) From the beaches of Gyre to the <em>Ardent Prayer</em>, drop in and get ready to make a stand.</p>



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<p class="has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a9fef2f4-0758-43c5-bb62-c91651cbb80c">REFUGE</a></p>



<p>Credits: Cousin Tim, InfiniteForges, Micheal B 2K8, NightAvenger01<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/a9fef2f4-0758-43c5-bb62-c91651cbb80c">Bookmark</a></p>





<p>Dive head long into the fight on this map that you should know like the back of your hand. </p>



<p>We call that a tactical advantage.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/2f337095-3c19-4fb8-96ec-d9321c015655">COURTYARD</a></h2>



<p>Credits: bullet2thehead9, Mr Greencastle<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/2f337095-3c19-4fb8-96ec-d9321c015655">Bookmark</a></p>





<p><em>“We’ve got Jackals in the courtyard!”</em></p>



<p>Defending Sword Base is the quintessential, classic Firefight experience straight out of <em>Halo: Reach</em> so let your muscle memory kick in as you hang out on the bridge and upper ledges, picking off the enemies as they approach the courtyard.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ede320ec-bb44-45b8-96f6-067b535465f8">GYREFIGHT</a></h2>



<p>Credits: Igrizhar, Virus11010, Mr Kwatz, MikRips<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/ede320ec-bb44-45b8-96f6-067b535465f8">Bookmark</a></p>





<p>While you might be storming the beach, it’s not a tempest in a teapot so just keep your wits about you and defend the hill while enjoying the scenery.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93e40961-62f2-41f9-87e7-3024536a07db">POWERHOUSE</a></h2>



<p class="has-normal-font-size">Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, ArtN00b, wild1551<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/93e40961-62f2-41f9-87e7-3024536a07db">Bookmark</a></p>





<p>The map you played in the <em>Halo: Reach</em> beta has evolved. Night falls and you’ll be taking on the enemy and battling it out under the stars. There’s a lot of ground to cover so keep your eyes peeled. They’re yours, do it quietly.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/5f134e8d-8d5f-4a5e-91b1-db288d264edb">ARDENT PRAYER</a></h2>



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





<p>Time for a little boarding action. Make your way onto the <em>Ardent Prayer</em> and seize control of each zone in this linear Firefight KotH experience. The hills will always spawn in the same order, and you’re confined to the room until the next one spawns. You’ll feel more like you’re going through a Campaign experience than your classic FF KOTH match. </p>



<p>And for this go-around, just make sure the timer isn’t fried. We don’t wanna leave anyone behind.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/cfc9685a-eddb-41c1-be15-0dd5b8b7e066">LONE WOLF</a></h2>



<p>Credits: bullet2thehead9, Mr Greencastle<br><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/cfc9685a-eddb-41c1-be15-0dd5b8b7e066">Bookmark</a></p>





<p>This time you have a squad for your last stand as you take on the enemy. Stick with your buddy and get to the hills first to improve your odds of survival.</p>



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<p>It’s a good mix of maps that should feel familiar for fans of <em>Halo: Reach. </em>Now that we’ve covered that, you know how it goes.</p>



<p>Objective: Survive</p>



<p>Good luck.</p>


Firefight: Battle for Reach


<p>While it’s been a bit, it’s been by no means dull. Since the last Forge Features edition, we’ve since had a <a href="https://aka.ms/FleetcomOperationLaunch">major content update,</a> three new modes (<a href="https://aka.ms/SentryDefenseBTB">BTB Sentry Defense</a>, <a href="https://aka.ms/FleetcomVIP">VIP</a>, and <a href="https://aka.ms/Headhunter">Headhunter</a>), and had a couple new Operations. But it’s finally back! Let’s check out some more fantastic Forge Features together.</p>



<p>Let’s jump in!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dde40c05-2441-4e17-a4ed-3888a4a79c1e">ASCENSION</a></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dde40c05-2441-4e17-a4ed-3888a4a79c1e">Bookmark</a><br>Credits: bullet2thehead9, UneeQ TV, Mr Greencastle, MikRips, DISTORTED JAKAL</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2048" height="1152" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01.jpg" alt="A Forge remake of Halo 2's map Ascension" class="wp-image-116569" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01.jpg 2048w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Ascension_01-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /></figure>



<p>Strong 2004 flashbacks here. Just in time for the <strong>twentieth </strong>anniversary of <em>Halo 2</em>. (Seriously? 20? How did that happen. Feels like just yesterday I was playing SWAT Carbines on the <em>Halo 2</em> version of this…)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e78e9cdc-736d-4ba6-a17d-85fb5936324b">HIGHGEAR</a></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e78e9cdc-736d-4ba6-a17d-85fb5936324b">Bookmark</a><br>Credits: WAR FH, W0lfR3ign, Okom1, I am a Luxury</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02.jpg" alt="A reimagining of Halo 3's High Ground in Halo Infinite's Forge called "High Gear"" class="wp-image-116583" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HighGear_02-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>High Ground: Evolved. This crew brought 2007 into 2024 with this evolution of the map that’s perfect for objective gameplay.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/abf3f00e-4e1f-4e30-863d-a02a1cbc6711">HOT POTATO TAG</a></h2>



<p>Bookmark: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/abf3f00e-4e1f-4e30-863d-a02a1cbc6711">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/a8119872-7a33-4b58-93a8-d84abaec74f9">Mode</a><br>Credits: Synth7564</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag.jpg" alt="An obstacle course looking Forge map designed to play hot potato on." class="wp-image-116597" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/HotPotatoTag-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>It’s tag meets hot potato as the player that is “It” has the skull and needs to melee someone else to pass it off. Use your mobility skills (sometimes you have a thruster, sometimes a grappleshot) to evade and avoid being caught with the potato when the timer reaches zero.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bd19afb0-35d7-4b2b-9b6e-2e047088add6">CASTLE TOWN</a></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/bd19afb0-35d7-4b2b-9b6e-2e047088add6">Bookmark</a><br>Credits: Happy Majora</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown.jpg" alt="A castle fortress built in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-116611" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/CastleTown-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Stand as twilight descends and defend the castle. Become the legend you were born to be. </p>



<p>PS – Have fun storming the castle! </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dee1171a-67ae-46b3-81cf-182e735f71ca">GATEKEEPER</a></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/dee1171a-67ae-46b3-81cf-182e735f71ca">Bookmark</a><br>Credits: SilvervioletX98</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper.jpg" alt="A mashup of Halo 3's Blackout and Guardian created in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-116625" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Gatekeeper-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Blackout but make it Guardian. The perfect mashup of the two fan-favorite maps.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e3a47c9b-2363-4f8f-a1e5-139289421dfe">CASCADE</a></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/e3a47c9b-2363-4f8f-a1e5-139289421dfe">Bookmark</a><br>Credits: Classy Moth, beesonmars, DireDaybreak, Haijakk, sjmpson, Uber Panzerhund</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade.jpg" alt="A doubles map built into some cliffs in Halo Infinite's Forge." class="wp-image-116639" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Cascade-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Designed for 2v2 so grab a Spartan that’s got your back and take on another dynamic duo.</p>



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<p>There’s a good mix of old and new to be had in this issue so bookmark now and check them out later. If you’re looking to dip your toes into the Forge experience, show off some of your work, or get some pro-tips on scripting, don’t forget to swing by the <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">Halo Discord and check out the Forge</a> section where you can find Forgers ready to assist.</p>



<p>Until next time!</p>


Community Cartography 029

Forge Features: August 23, 2024


<p><em>One skull<br>Two skull<br>Flame skull<br>Score skull</em></p>



<p>Headhunter returns! Introduced in <em>Halo: Reach</em>, this frenetic FFA mode will put your multi-tasking ability to the test. You’ll have to juggle your hunter-gatherer skills with tracking and navigation as you earn kills, collect skulls, and head to the capture point to score them.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><strong>A BRIEF HISTORY OF HEADHUNTING</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01.jpg" alt="A Halo Infinite Spartan with the Haunted helmet standing, holding a skull, while flaming skulls rain down around him" class="wp-image-114751" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_01-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>Originally concepted as a mode for <em>Halo 2</em>, Headhunter would eventually find its way into <em>Halo: Reach</em> in 2010.</p>



<p>Many of you may find yourselves thinking back to May 3, 2010, when the multiplayer beta for <em>Reach </em>was active. It was here that the Headhunter mode made its formal debut on Powerhouse and Sword Base, where every kill saw a shower of skulls fly out from your opponents for you to collect.</p>



<p>Some of the old hands here know what they’re in for, but the rest of you are due an education…</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><strong>HUNT THE <s>TRUTH</s> HEADS</strong></h2>



<p>It’s every Spartan for themselves in Headhunter. It’ll be you versus seven other Spartans in this free-for-all mode. Each time a Spartan gets killed, they will drop a skull on the ground. In order to score points, you’ll need to scoop up the skulls and deliver them to the capture point.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03.jpg" alt="A Halo Infinite Spartan with the Haunted helmet running through a field of blazing skulls in a match of Headhunter." class="wp-image-114737" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/08/Headhunter_Waypoint_03-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<p>The capture zones (which resemble King of the Hill zones) will be scattered around the map and will change every 45 seconds. As kills happen, skulls will be scattered across the map. There are two ways to win a game of Headhunter:</p>



<ul>
<li>Score 25 skulls cumulatively</li>



<li>Score 10 skulls at once</li>
</ul>



<p>10 skulls are the maximum you can hold in your pockets, so if you’ve caught them all start heading towards a capture zone. It’s not as simple as meandering over to win, however. If you’re trying to score multiple skulls, you are a high value target and the rest of the lobby will be doing their best to stop you from ending the game immediately.</p>



<p>Here are the maps you’ll be hunting skulls on:</p>



<ul>
<li>Aquarius</li>



<li>Behemoth</li>



<li>Catalyst</li>



<li>Chasm</li>



<li>Cliffhanger</li>



<li>Forbidden</li>



<li>Forest</li>



<li>Live Fire</li>



<li>Prism</li>



<li>Streets</li>
</ul>



<p>High risk, high reward—try not to lose your head.</p>



<p>Welcome back to Headhunter.</p>
