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News 343 Industries Shares A Look At 'Streets', A Brand New Multiplayer Map In Halo Infinite
With more to come over the coming weeks
We've already seen some impressive maps in Halo Infinite, and the newly unveiled Streets seems to be continuing that tradition. Kickstarting a wide range of coverage from IGN (including an upcoming campaign preview), the smaller arena map is built for 4 vs. 4 play. Set within the streets of a city, the map is...
News Microsoft Store Listing Suggests Halo Infinite Could Be Getting An Early Access Launch
Along with various DLCs
Halo Infinite may not be too far away now, with a release date of this December 8th, but players could potentially be getting their hands on the game even earlier judging by these newly uncovered Microsoft Store listings. As spotted by Aggiornamenti Lumia, a Twitter user who regularly scans the store for new and hidden...
Gallery 343 Shows Off More Stunning Halo Infinite Artwork, Renders And Screenshots
Game launches December 8th
Halo Infinite is getting closer by the day, and to fill the time, 343 has been keeping fans entertained with video updates, multiplayer betas, and also regular blog updates. The latest Inside Infinite update that dropped earlier this week included even more screenshots, renders, and concepts of what's arguably the most...
Random Xbox Shows Off Craig's Incredible Transformation In Halo Infinite
The team has a bit of a "love-hate relationship" with him
We got a glimpse of Craig the Brute's makeover in the recent Halo Infinite campaign gameplay overview, and now Microsoft has gone a step further with a direct before and after shot. It's absolutely blowing up on social media right now, with more than 65K Likes at the time of writing. In...
Video 'The Banished Rise' In This New Story Trailer For Halo Infinite
"Hope makes you weak"
The Halo Infinite hype train has officially left the station now, with yesterday's campaign overview trailer being complimented today by a new story trailer focusing on Escharum and The Banished. Yet again, the short video is getting a ton of praise, and Escharum is looking suitably terrifying. Here's the official description...
News Halo Infinite Comparison Shows Major Improvements From 2020 To 2021
This is more like it!
Yesterday provided us with a fresh look at Halo Infinite's campaign ahead of the game's release on December 8th, and unlike last year's trailer which drew considerable criticism, this year's version has gone down very well. It's clear the team at 343 Industries has made considerable improvements to the campaign from a visual...
Talking Point Compared To Other Halos, Where Do You Think Infinite Will Rank?
Will it be one of the best Halos of all time?
343 Industries has finally delivered what we've all been asking for, with no less than six minutes of Halo Infinite campaign footage released as part of an 'Overview' video earlier today, and the reception has been very positive. Couple that with the numerous multiplayer playtests that have taken place...
News Xbox Head Phil Spencer Gives His Reaction To Halo Infinite's Campaign Footage
"I love the energy in the community"
There's been a lot of positivity flying around the Halo and Xbox communities following today's first look at updated campaign footage for Halo Infinite, and Xbox boss Phil Spencer has also weighed in with his thoughts. Asked on social media about how he felt regarding Halo Infinite and its "sho
News New Halo Infinite Campaign Footage Is Here, And It Looks Awesome
Is it December yet?
After months and months of waiting, 343 Industries has finally provided us with an updated look at Halo Infinite's campaign, and based on the six-minute footage we've seen so far, it appears to be shaping up impressively well. The 'Overview' video showcases plenty of new gameplay footage (including a first look at the game's...
News 343 Announces Halo Infinite 'Campaign Overview' Broadcast, Airing Later Today
"Master Chief returns"
Following on from the Halo Infinite 'PC Overview' last week, 343 has now announced what everyone has been waiting for - a campaign overview featuring gameplay. Yes, later today it will finally be lifting the lid on this anticipated component of the new Halo game, so players are ready to go when the game launches on December...
News 343 Shares Stunning New Artwork Of Master Chief In Halo Infinite
"Become the Master Chief" on December 8th
Halo Infinite is arguably the most anticipated release of 2021, and it's set to arrive in just under 60 days. Although it is just around the corner, one part of the game we still haven't seen much of is the campaign. While 343 might not be ready to show off Master Chief's new adventure just yet, in its...
News Halo Infinite Gets New PC Trailer, AMD Revealed As Exclusive Partner
And a limited edition graphics card is on the way
343 Industries has revealed more details today about the PC version of Halo Infinite, including that AMD is the exclusive PC partner of the game, and AMD has even created a limited edition graphics card to celebrate that fact. The video above goes into a bit of detail about how the PC version...
News 343 Announces Halo Infinite 'PC Overview' Broadcast, Airing Later Today
An update "directly from the devs"
As part of RazorCon 2021, Xbox and 343 will be showcasing an overview of Halo infinite for PC later today. We've not got much to go off right now, except for the following description underneath the live stream video, which explains how fans will be hearing "directly" from devs about what to expect when the game...
Rumour Xbox Has Some 'Big Announcements' To Share This Week
And a Halo Infinite campaign showcase is "coming soon"
Not to get your hopes up, but it's been rumoured that Xbox has some "big announcements" to share this week. This rumour comes courtesy of prominent leaker Tom Henderson, who says he's also heard from a separate source that the long-awaited single-player campaign showcase for Halo Infinite is...
News New Halo Infinite Gameplay Highlights Multiplayer Competitive Settings
It sounds intense
While quite a few of us have managed to dive into some skirmishes in Halo Infinite, we've still been yet to see the true competitive elements in the game. Some of us will just be happy for a few social matches, but the die-hard community has been eager to see the ranked and competitive settings in action. Thankfully, 343 Industries...
Soapbox I'm Not A Halo Fan, And Even I'm Enjoying Halo Infinite
The multiplayer technical preview has been a blast
You might want to chew me out for this one, reader, but I'm not what you'd call a "Halo fan". Have I played (most of) the games? Sure. Could I tell you the story details of the campaigns or name the famous maps in the multiplayer modes? Nope. For whatever reason, Halo passed me by in the early...
News Xbox Exec: Halo Infinite's Campaign Left Me 'Smiling All Weekend'
Sounds promising
With Halo Infinite fast approaching and multiplayer getting the bulk of the attention, some fans are worried about the game's campaign. The last we saw of it was during an Xbox showcase back in 2020, which left fans sceptical after its initial reveal. Since then we've heard very little of its development, but one Xbox executive has...
News Digital Foundry Praises Halo Infinite's 'Impressive' Performance Modes On Xbox
"Xbox One X surprised us most this time around"
The Halo Infinite Technical Preview has returned for all Xbox users this weekend (accessible via the Xbox Insider Hub app), and just like last week, it's getting a lot of praise across the board so far. Digital Foundry has also delved into the preview to reveal that the game's performance modes on...
News 343 Confirms Halo's Legendary Multiplayer Announcer Won't Be In Halo Infinite's BTB Mode
And some fans aren't happy
Part of what makes the Halo multiplayer experience so special is the legendary announcer, Jeff Steitzer. He's been voicing for the Halo series since the original game and in Halo Infinite returns as the "traditional multiplayer" announcer. While many fans were hoping to hear him in the game's Big Team Battle, it seems 343...
News Halo Infinite's Technical Preview Is Now Live For All Xbox Insiders
Go, go, go!
Eager to check out Halo Infinite's multiplayer? Well, all Xbox Insiders can get involved this weekend, and if you're not signed up, it's still super easy to do. If you haven't already, be sure to download the Xbox Insider app on your console, and you'll find the ability to grab the Halo Infinite technical preview within. Here's how to...
News 343 Opens Up Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Preview To More Players
Download the Xbox Insider Hub to participate
Round two of the second Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview is taking place this weekend between October 1-3, and as previously mentioned, 343 will be opening it up to more players than ever before. This time around it seems you won't even have to be an "Halo Insider" - instead, anyone with an...
News Halo Infinite's 'Super Punch' Glitch Has Already Been Resolved In Internal Builds
It was fun while it lasted
The second multiplayer technical preview for Halo Infinite is well underway, and while everyone seems to be thoroughly enjoying it, there is one rather amusing glitch in the latest build. It seems the old "super punch" glitch has made a return, as highlighted by our friends over at VGC. This glitch has previously shown
News Halo Infinite's Second Technical Preview Is Off To An Impressive Start
"The whole thing feels so, so right"
In case you've been living under a rock, Halo Infinite's second technical preview is taking place throughout this weekend on Xbox One, Series X, Series S and PC, and so far it's been getting all the plaudits on social media. Fans have been taking to the likes of Twitter to express their love for the multiplayer,...
Guide Halo Infinite: How To Fix 'Your Account Is Not Authorized' Issue
Can't play? Here's what you need to do
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is now live on Xbox (and PC), but you might be running into a issue where it tells you "your account is not authorized to play Halo Infinite", and no matter what you do, you just can't get past it. Don't worry! 343 Industries is aware of this problem, and the issue is...
News 343 Industries Shares 67 Stunning 'Art Of Halo Infinite' Images
"Please enjoy this collection of beautiful art"
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is now officially underway, but just over 24 hours ago, you might remember that 343 Industries warned it could be delayed due to some unexpected issues prior to release. It turns out those issues were related to 343 accidentally including a bunch of concept art...
News Halo Infinite's Second Multiplayer Preview Is Now Available For Download
Matchmaking will be limited to certain windows
Following on from 343's warning yesterday about a possible "shift" in its Halo Infinite multiplayer preview schedule, it seems it's now given everything the all-clear. 343's community manager, John Junyszek, has confirmed the "final test" has gone well and the release process is now underway
News 343 Admits It Probably 'Over-Hyped' Halo Infinite's Spartan Bots
But says they'll be "more challenging" in the upcoming preview
Prior to the original Halo Infinite multiplayer tech preview, 343 spoke about the different levels of bots it would roll out as the beta progressed - with the top tier being spartan bots. While these bots weren't necessarily pushovers, they weren't quite as scary as they were originally...
Video Here's An Entire Match Of Big Team Battle In Halo Infinite
Capture the Flag on 'Fragmentation'
Halo Infinite's next technical preview is only a matter of hours away, and we have a full length look at an entire match of Big Team Battle to whet our appetite. As part of a live stream showcasing everything fans can expect to find in Halo Infinite's upcoming technical preview, an in-depth look into a Big Team...
News 343 Warns Of Possible Shift In Halo Infinite Multiplayer Preview Schedule
Some "late breaking issues" have been discovered
During an "early look" at the second Halo Infinite multiplayer preview today, 343's community director, Brian Jarrard, made a small "breaking news" announcement about some possible schedule changes to the next flight. It seems the team has discovered some "late breaking issues" just before sending...
Gallery 343 Shares Nine More Halo Infinite Pictures To Gorge Over
Including some stunning concept art
Halo Infinite is fast approaching - we're only a few short months away from finally having a brand-new Halo title to play. Along with details about the upcoming technical preview, several more images have been shared by 343 Industries. These were revealed as part of the most recent Halo Infinite blog, and while...
PSA Halo Infinite’s Tech Preview Matchmaking Will Be Restricted To Specific Times
Make sure you're ready
Halo Infinite's second technical preview is on the way, and while it's great that we'll be able to play against other players rather than bots this time around, it comes with the catch that matchmaking will only be available at certain times. As revealed in a Halo Waypoint blog, the technical preview will be running across...
News Halo Infinite's Second Round Of Multiplayer Invites Have Been Sent Out
Check your inbox!
Following on from the original Halo Infinite multiplayer technical preview, Xbox has now started sending out the second round of invitations. This technical preview will take place across two separate weekends. The first is from 23rd to 26th September, and the second round is from 30th September to 3rd October. 343's community...
News Halo Infinite's Official Artbook Is Getting A Special Deluxe Edition
Available to pre-order now
We've been keeping a very close eye on "The Art of Halo Infinite" ever since it was revealed back in early 2020, but now Halo Infinite's official artbook is also getting a special Deluxe Edition, available to pre-order ahead of launch. The Deluxe Edition includes an exclusive new cover and a chest-plate slipcase...
News Splitgate Team 'Triggers' Fans By Announcing It Will Have Forge Mode Before Halo Infinite
"Sorry Halo fans, we love you but we had to"
The free-to-play behemoth that is Splitgate is on a roll right now, and the team took to Twitter yesterday to jokingly (but officially) announce that the game will feature a type of Forge mode before Halo Infinite gets one, with 343 recently stating that the new Halo won't include the level editing...
News Halo Infinite’s Multiplayer Preview Will Introduce Big Team Battle
Let's go!
News of Halo Infinite's next multiplayer test was announced earlier this week and now we have some further details as to what's included. There's going to be a bigger focus on PvP this time around, including a first taste of the fan-favourite Big Team Battle. The test, which is expected to begin on September 24 for Halo Insiders, will be...
News Good News, Halo Infinite Is Returning For Another Multiplayer Preview This Month
Open for all Halo Insiders who register soon
If you missed out on the first Halo Infinite first technical preview, another is on the horizon and is targeting a September 24 date. Unlike the previous test which was only open to selected members, all fully registered Halo Insider members will be eligible for access for the next one. Just ensure that...
News Razer Is Launching A Line Of Halo Inspired Gear
Deck out your PC setup in Spartan gear
Halo Infinite is on the horizon, and with that, tons of themed accessories are on the way. We already know a limited edition Xbox Series X and Elite Controller is in the works to promote its release, but now we have confirmation of Razer releasing their own line of gear to tie into its launch
News Halo Infinite Xbox Series X Restocks Might Happen This Week
Stay alert, Chief
When Microsoft revealed the Halo Infinite Xbox Series X in August, the system sold out in most parts of the world in record time. Being "limited-edition", it's raised questions about a possible restock. The good news is there seems to be news doing the rounds online about one happening between now and 12th September. According to
News 343 Industries Reveals The 'Key Feedback' From Halo Infinite's Technical Preview
Settle in, it's a lot
Halo Infinite's first Technical Preview seems like it was only yesterday, but it's been a fair few weeks since we were blasting spartans apart. For the test, players were only paired against bots - aside from a brief PvP window - and after weeks of feedback, the team at 343 Industries has finally digested all the information...
Random Even The Director Of PlayStation's God Of War Is Excited For Halo Infinite
Us too, Cory. Us too...
Gaming is at its best when everyone comes together. No console wars, no rivalries, just everyone appreciating and enjoying games across all platforms. While we do specialise in Xbox news, that doesn't mean we're opposed to playing on other systems. In fact, we own quite a few others ourselves. But of course, brand loyalties...
News Halo Fans Want The Xbox Series X Limited Edition Controller To Be Sold Separately
"It only comes bundled with the console"
During Gamescom last week, we got treated to the reveal of a beautiful Halo Infinite limited edition Xbox Series X console. It's stunning and even comes packed with a special 20th anniversary Halo controller. Following the announcement, Halo fans have desperately wanted to see the controller sold separately,...
Talking Point How Are You Feeling About Halo Infinite After Recent News?
Good? Bad? In the middle?
This week has arguably been the biggest in terms of Halo Infinite news since last year's initial gameplay reveal. Following on from the announcement that it would be launching without co-op campaign support and Forge mode, we then got bombarded with a release date, reasoning behind
News Strangely, Halo Infinite Won't Give You XP For Just Playing Matches
This ain't it, Chief
One of the most addictive loops for multiplayer games is the promise of constant rewards for in-game kills and winning matches - it's what keeps people coming back for more. But what if that dangling carrot was taken away and instead replaced with in-game challenges that needed to be completed to progress? That's exactly what...
News 343 Industries Explains The Lack Of Halo Infinite Campaign Footage
"We will absolutely show campaign gameplay..."
The lack of Halo Infinite campaign gameplay this year has been frustrating for many fans. After last year's showing, which left a sour taste in the community's mouths, 343 Industries really needs to win back a lot of players for its campaign. Don't worry, the developer isn't tone-deaf and there's...
News Razer, Seagate Announce Halo Infinite Headset & USB Game Drives
To celebrate Halo's 20th anniversary
If yesterday's news of a Halo Infinite special edition Xbox Series X console and Elite Controller wasn't exciting enough, then maybe these new accessories will whet your appetite. Razer has unveiled a Halo Infinite Edition Razer Kaira Pro headset, whereas Seagate has announced a special edition
News The Halo Infinite Xbox Series X Is Already Going For $1,000+ On eBay
No surprises there, then
In a move which all of us pretty much predicted, the Limited Edition Halo Infinite Xbox Series X (announced yesterday at Gamescom Opening Night Live) is selling out incredibly fast when it goes live, with fans desperate to get one. And, in another very unsurprising turn of events, they're already being sold at a significant...
Random Xbox Tweets The Perfect Response To Halo Infinite Leak
Seeing the funny side of it
Xbox and 343 Industries had some major news to share regarding Halo Infinite's release date of December 8 today at Gamescom Opening Night Live, but unfortunately it leaked much earlier in the day. Nevertheless, the Xbox social media team saw the funny side of it, taking to Twitter after the official announcement to issue...
News The Halo Infinite Xbox Elite Controller Arrives This November, Pre-Order Now
With a custom design inspired by the Master Chief’s iconic armor
In addition to the Limited Edition Halo Infinite Xbox Series X announced earlier today, it's also been revealed that Halo Infinite is getting a limited Xbox Elite Series 2 controller, arriving this November for $199.99 USD. The controller can be pre-ordere
News It's Happening, Halo Infinite Is Getting A Limited Edition Xbox Series X
Available to pre-order starting today
We were wondering when the first limited edition Xbox Series X would arrive, and now we've got it in the form of a Halo Infinite edition set to release on November 15! Halo is also getting a special Xbox Elite Wireless Controller, too. The Halo Infinite Xbox Series X is available to pre-order from today for...
News Halo Infinite Has An Official Release Date, Launches This December
Join the fight
After the Microsoft Store accidentally leaked the release date earlier today, we now have official confirmation that Halo Infinite is arriving for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC on December 8. Of course, the multiplayer will be free-to-play, as previously confirmed, and the campaign will be available to purchase...