Halo Infinite has been one of the most highly-anticipated games for Xbox Series X, and it's easy to see why. The latest game in the Halo franchise promises to bring a fresh new take on the series, while also staying true to its roots. With improved graphics, updated gameplay mechanics, and a new story, Halo Infinite is set to be a highlight of the Xbox Series X's library.
However, the game has not been without its controversies. The news that Halo Infinite has scrapped its story-driven seasonal cutscenes has left some fans disappointed. The decision was made after significant lay-offs at developer 343 Industries, and while it is understandable, it does mean that the game's narrative will be less focused.
This option "does not apply" to the campaign, though. Although 343 Industries has had to drop seasonal narrative content, the core story of the game remains intact. Players will still be able to experience the story of Master Chief as he fights against the Banished, a faction of the Covenant that has taken control of a Halo ring.
One of the biggest changes in Halo Infinite is the introduction of an open-world structure. Players will be able to explore the game's environment in a non-linear way, completing objectives in any order they choose. This is a departure from the linear structure of previous Halo games, and it promises to offer a new level of freedom to players.
Halo Infinite's multiplayer mode is also getting a major overhaul. The game will feature a free-to-play multiplayer mode, which means that players will not need to purchase the game to play it. This move is a significant departure from previous Halo games, which required players to purchase the full game to access multiplayer.
Halo Infinite multiplayer on PC has already received ray tracing with Season 3, but the feature will come to Xbox Series X in the future. Ray tracing is a rendering technique that allows for more realistic lighting and shadows in games, and it promises to make Halo Infinite look even better on Xbox Series X.
In addition to Halo Infinite, there are plenty of other great games available on Xbox Series X. Microsoft's games deliver some of the most entertaining experiences on the market. Here are the best Best Xbox Series X|S Exclusive Games:
- Forza Horizon 5
- Gears 5
- Halo: The Master Chief Collection
- Psychonauts 2
- Sea of Thieves
Halo Infinite Season 3: Echoes Within has just kicked off and added ray-traced sun shadows to the game's multiplayer portion on PC. 343 has promised to continue updating the game with new content, including new maps, modes, and customization options.
Starfield has seemingly begun replacing the Master Chief as the Xbox Series X's mascot. Yesterday on January 16, a Reddit post highlighted the fact that Starfield's logo was prominently featured in a recent Xbox Series X sizzle reel, while Halo was nowhere to be seen.
"These trade-offs are never easy to make" - There's been a small but significant development ahead of the launch of Halo Infinite. Microsoft has confirmed that the game will not feature co-op campaign at launch. The decision was made to ensure that the game's single-player experience was as polished as possible.
Halo Infinite is a fresh new take on the franchise, and it manages to bring everything together into a game that is innovative, familiar, and above all, fun. While the game has had its fair share of controversies, it remains one of the most highly-anticipated games of the year. With improved graphics, updated gameplay mechanics, and a new story, Halo Infinite is set to be a highlight of the Xbox Series X's library.
