Summary
- Halo Infinite has added a helmet and visor inspired by the Halo TV show.
- The new Illusion map in Halo Infinite pays homage to Halo: Combat Evolved's map design and features a unique central hallway that can induce invisibility.
- There are plans to add more cosmetics inspired by the Halo show to the game, and players can look forward to earning additional helmets in the future.
Halo Infinite has added a helmet and helmet visor inspired by Paramount's TV show. One of the Halo Infinite items can be obtained by simply logging in, while the other will require some more playtime.
Recently, Halo Infinite launched a significant update that added a new operation, arena map, forge features, and more. The new map, Illusion, is a unique stage that features a camo-inducing central hallway, which allows for interesting gameplay opportunities. Its level designers described it as a "love letter" to Halo: Combat Evolved's map design, which featured similarly unique levels. Going into the future, it seems that Halo Infinite will be making more references to other parts of the Halo franchise.
Halo Infinite released two items based on the Halo show's Riz-028 character. Her reddish helmet visor can be unlocked by simply logging into Halo Infinite and her helmet can be unlocked by completing this week's ultimate challenge, which runs from February 6th to February 13th. To begin completing the ultimate challenge, users must first complete the regular weekly challenges. This week's ultimate challenge requires users to kill five enemies with sniper rifles in a single game or earn one No Scope medal. Additionally, Halo Infinite previously confirmed that more cosmetics inspired by the Halo show will be added to the game soon. From February 20 to February 27th, players can earn Vannak-134's helmet.
Halo Infinite Adds Riz's Helmet and Helmet Visor From Halo TV Show
- Helmet can be unlocked by completing this week's ultimate challenge (get five sniper kills in a match or one No Scope medal)
- Helmet visor can be unlocked by logging into Halo Infinite
Last week, players could earn Kai-125's helmet as well by completing that week's ultimate challenge. However, the free offer is no longer available. Many Halo fans who didn't enjoy the show's controversial first season are hoping that Halo season 2 will be an improvement. Master Chief actor Pablo Schreiber seemed to encourage this possibility by explaining that Halo season 2 features plenty of changes from the previous season. Regardless of the show's quality, many Halo fans are probably excited to be receiving free new helmets to unlock.
Halo Infinite's references to other parts of the franchise don't end there, as the previously mentioned Illusion map features a secret room that's packed with Halo easter eggs. Users can also access a drivable forklift on Illusion by collecting various ONI tags around the map during an Infection match, with the forklift being another callback to previous Halo games.
In much more surprising Halo news, it seems that Halo games might be going cross-platform in the future after numerous leaks claimed that Xbox is planning a big change in strategy. Reportedly, many of Xbox's previously exclusive franchises will release on PlayStation in an effort to increase profits. Insiders claim that Xbox has struggled recently due to underwhelming hardware sales and Game Pass' massive costs.
Halo Infinite
- Released
- December 8, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
When all hope is lost and humanity’s fate hangs in the balance, the Master Chief is ready to confront the most ruthless foe he’s ever faced. Step inside the armor of humanity’s greatest hero to experience an epic open-world adventure and explore the massive scale of the Halo ring.
With Network Campaign Co-Op and Mission Replay, you can relive your favorite moments, rediscover collectibles and explore the wonders of Zeta Halo on your own or with up to three other fireteam members.
Experience Halo’s celebrated multiplayer reimagined and free-to-play! With over 70 maps in matchmaking, billions of customization configurations, and countless community Forge creations to experience, Halo Infinite is the franchise’s most expansive multiplayer offering to date.
Enjoy an unprecedented variety of gameplay experiences, ranging from fast-paced intense ranked modes to whimsical mayhem in Custom Games, or even co-operative coordination in the wave-based survival mode Firefight: King of the Hill. Assemble your Fireteam and conquer every mode – Halo offers endless opportunities for teamwork, strategy, and unforgettable victories.
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Blood, Mild Language, Violence
- Developer(s)
- 343 Industries
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
- Engine
- Slipspace
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Franchise
- Halo
- Platform(s)
- PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- First-Person Shooter
- How Long To Beat
- 12 Hours
- File Size Xbox Series
- 90 GB (November 2023)
- Metascore
- 87
- Platforms That Support Crossplay
- PC, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
