Halo Infinite News

Preferred snacks, a bottle of Game Fuel (aka Citrus Cherry Mountain Dew™️), and a controller in hand, I’m ready to play Halo like it’s 2007.



Halo 3 Refueled has landed and it’s full of your old favorites… or at least the maps which might have left the biggest impact from the Halo 3 era. Now, it is 2023 so things have evolved a bit. These maps may visually resemble these old favorites but it’s important to note that they have been refreshed and adapted for Halo Infinite’s sandbox so they may play slightly differently.

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Oh, and did we mention there’s one more bonus map created specifically for this celebration?

Let’s do the dew and jump in!

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[h2]Maps[/h2]
[h3]Sylvanus (aka Guardian)[/h3]
Credits: Epik Xero, NightAvenger01, InfiniteForges, I Crush All, Virus11010
Modes: Slayer | Land Grab | Oddball | King of the Hill (KOTH)



Ask anyone what their favorite Halo 3 map is and odds are good that “Guardian” is up there, so it’s no surprise that we’ve got a great reimagining of it here for you to explore. Another map with some great Slayer action, famous for Oddball, and just a great all-arounder that feels like coming home.

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[h3]The Pit (aka The Pit)[/h3]
Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, Azwilko1997, Artifice7285
Modes: Capture the Flag (CTF) | Slayer | KOTH



The Pit is another usual answer to the “Name your favorite Halo 3 map!” question. This map excels at CTF thanks to its symmetrical nature and equal chance for teams to exert control. Grab your crew and let the muscle memory flow straight to your thumbs.

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[h3]Cliffside (aka Blackout)[/h3]
Credits: AngelitoCO, tHe PR gAmEr117
Modes: Slayer | KOTH | Oddball



Lockout Blackout returns as Cliffside! First seen in Halo 2, then Halo 3, and now Halo Infinite, this fan-favorite will have you reminiscing over LANs of days past. Play some Slayer, Oddball, or KOTH and revel in the familiarity.

(WARNING: Please report any ghost sightings. They should not be there!)

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[h3]Domicile (aka Construct)[/h3]
Credits: Lunnzies
Modes: Slayer | Oddball | Land Grab | KOTH



One of the more vertical maps in Halo, Construct returns as Domicile! Pretty fitting considering people often grab a part of the map to hang out in. From straight-up Slayer to KOTH, this map has a wide variety of experiences to offer.

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[h3]Banished Narrows (aka Narrows)[/h3]
Credits: AngelitoCO, tHe PR gAmEr117
Modes: CTF | Slayer | Strongholds | Oddball



Keep your head on a swivel and watch for flying Spartans! Narrows returns with a new coat of paint. How you get from end-to-end is up to you, but each option has a risk—take the lift and be exposed in mid-air, dare crossing top-middle, or try your luck below? Narrows is an excellent CTF map but also plays well with other modes.

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[h3]High Ground (aka High Ground)[/h3]
Credits: UneeQ, Mr Greencastle, Azwilko1997, Artifice7285
Modes: 1 Flag CTF | Slayer | KOTH



If one-sided objective modes like 1 Flag CTF are your jam, then High Ground is the map for you. Storm up the beach, breach the gates, grab the flag, and make a dash back for the score. KOTH and Slayer are also favorites on this map.

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[h3]Isolation (aka Isolation)[/h3]
Credits: D0ctorSmurf, LudoHT, Okom1, nkdape, Virus11010, Mr IncrediJON, Mr Greencastle
Modes: Slayer | CTF | Strongholds | Land Grab | Oddball



You either love it or hate it, but Isolation returns. Famous for its location on the Installation 00 Flood containment facility, Isolation is ripe for Mongoose shenanigans, crazy CTF runs, and sneaky Slayer plays.

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[h3]Critical Dewpoint[/h3]
Credits: ArturBloodshot
Modes: Slayer | CTF | KOTH | Oddball



If you’ve played Athlon in MCC, then Critical Dewpoint will be familiar to you. This re-imagining of the map is perfect for some high-octane gameplay so get your squad and practice those callouts.

PS – Don’t forget to stop for supplies during your match, you might be in for a treat!

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Grab your controller, grab your Dew, squad up, and party like it’s 1999 2007!

On Veterans and Remembrance Day, we honor and appreciate all who served and those who still do 🫡



Halo wishes all who serve a happy Veterans Day! We salute your bravery, dedication, and sacrifice.

Wherever you are, we celebrate and thank you, Veterans ❤️

Combined Arms, Halo Infinite’s first Operation, arrives tomorrow!



From November 14 to December 19, Operation: COMBINED ARMS will be active, bringing a free 20-tier Operation Pass with new customization rewards. The iconic Mjolnir Mark V armor from Halo: Combat Evolved and a playlist of beloved classic maps from Halo 3 have also come to Halo Infinite.

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[h2]Combined Arms Operation Pass[/h2]

The Combined Arms Operation Pass features 20 tiers of free customization rewards, along with new armor and vehicle coatings, emblems, and visors.

For those who need a quick refresher: Operations are the new evolution of Events in Halo Infinite, and Combined Arms is the first of more Operations to come. For a full breakdown, check out our Operations blog.

Player feedback around Events was that their short two-week window felt too limiting, and that once they’re gone there’s no way to obtain those rewards again. Enter Operations, which will run for approximately four-to-six weeks with a free 20-tier Operation Pass that is progressed with Match XP. An Operation can be purchased at any point via Halo Infinite’s in-game Switcher or Shop.

The Operations Pass comes with additional premium upgrade options:

• 500 credits instantly unlocks an exclusive bonus customization item, makes the Operation Pass durable (it will not expire), and – when equipped – offers bonus XP and an extra Challenge slot during the Operation’s live window
  
• 2,000 credits instantly unlocks all 20 tiers of the Operation Pass at purchase and includes the exclusive bonus customization item

Purchase either of the Combined Arms Operation Pass options above and you will additionally acquire the Grey Hunter armor coating.

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[h2]Halo 3 Refueled[/h2]



2007 has arrived in 2023, as seven Halo 3 maps recreated in Forge in partnership with the community are coming to a new matchmaking playlist in Halo Infinite alongside the Combined Arms Operation tomorrow.

Claim the High Ground and revisit the vertical heights of Construct, the lush jungles of Guardian, a Banished-themed take on Narrows, and other beloved classics recreated in Halo Infinite’s Forge mode. Alongside these is also Critical Dewpoint, a map created by ArturBloodshot, based around our nostalgia-fueled partnership with Mountain Dew.

For more details, be sure to check out our Halo 3 Refueled blog when it lands tomorrow.

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[h2]New Waypoint Chronicle Inbound[/h2]

Also accompanying the release of Combined Arms is a new Waypoint Chronicle which will release later this month!

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2560. The Banished have come to Suban, the blood-moon of Sanghelios, seeking to claim the unique natural resource within its vast mines: the beautiful but volatile Subanese crystals.

The Swords of Sanghelios and their Spartan allies face an overwhelming force on the ground, while a Sangheili shipmistress in the skies above seeks to find a weakness in the enemy’s armor that might turn the tide against these invaders.

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Stay tuned for the release of this short story (which will be available here and on Halo Waypoint, as a free PDF, and in audiobook format on YouTube) on November 27.

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[h2]"Look, A Mark V!"[/h2]

Bred for combat, built for war, you are the master of any weapon, pilot of any vehicle, and fear no enemy.



In celebration of Halo’s upcoming birthday, the CE Mark V armor kit became available for purchase in the Shop on November 7. The Combat Evolved Mark V bundle contains:

• Combat Evolved Mark V armor kit
  
• Cinder Ring multi-use armor coating
  
• Viridescent Ring multi-use armor coating
  
• Aurum Evolved visor

Unseal the hushed casket and awaken the flawless cowboy within. Prevail through nerves of steel and a quick trigger finger.



And be sure to complete all of your Challenges this week to unlock the latest Ultimate Reward: AAP/Ordnance Pack Oscar for your Mark V armor.



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That concludes this overview of Halo Infinite’s debut Operation, which runs for the next five weeks (after which, the Winter Contingency III Operation will begin).

Go forth and start working your way through that free Operation Pass to claim your customization rewards, check out the new Halo 3 Refueled playlist, secure the CE Mark V armor kit to indulge in some classic nostalgia that has never looked so snazzy, and stay tuned for the upcoming Waypoint Chronicle!

See you on Suban.

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[h2]Press Kit[/h2]

Download the official Combined Arms Press Kit here!

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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[h3]Grunt Wars Conversion[/h3]
Mode: Grunt Wars
Credits: Hitmonchanel, Shrad Marden



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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[h3]Timberland Evolved[/h3]
Credits: Micheal B 2K8, D0ctorSmurf, Okom1, Virus11010, Darth Draius, MikRips, Mr IncrediJON



Picture it. Halo: Combat Evolved Halo: Reach 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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[h3]Storm Firefight[/h3]
Modes: Easy | Normal | Heroic | Legendary
Credits: RiskiestSole35, DaBratva



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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[h3]Tower Defense Ultimate – Alpine[/h3]
Mode: Tower Defense Ultimate
Credits: hiBeekle



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]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, @DanTheBloke’s Battle Arena is just for you.



Map Download | Mode Download

Or maybe you’re looking to play some soccer with vehicles… also Halo style. You can do that too!



Map Download | Mode Download

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[h2]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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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!