Halo Infinite Development Update
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It's time to get your fill of amazing artwork, terrific tattoos, sensational sketches, and more in the newest Halo Spotlight!
https://aka.ms/CS8-20D
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In this week's Community Update, we discuss Halo Infinite news, touch on Halo 3: ODST flighting, outline Halo 5's calendar for September, and much more. Be sure to give it a read!
https://aka.ms/FamiliarFactsD
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We're proud to partner with Monster Energy to bring you Double XP in Halo Infinite and provide a first-look at in-game emblems and weapon coatings. Check out our full post for how you can Bank Now, Play Later!
https://aka.ms/HaloMonster
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In our latest issue of Canon Fodder, we’re excited to reveal a brand-new character featured in Halo Infinite! Plus, we take a look at the fiction behind the Mark VII variant of Mjolnir armor, catch up on ONI Archives, and more. Check it all out now!
https://aka.ms/DespiteDistance
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We're back with a fresh MCC Development Update for August! This time around we've got Halo 3: ODST updates, info about Forge contests, an interview with the HCS team, and more. Give it a read and get all caught-up now!
https://aka.ms/MCCAug2020
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The latest Halo Spotlight is hot off the presses. Come browse alluring works of art ranging from superb screenshots to tremendous tattoos and more!
https://aka.ms/CS9-3D
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Halo 3: ODST will officially arrive on PC as a part of the Master Chief Collection, on September 22nd. Suit up, strap in, and prepare to return to New Mombassa.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWWdYyCnIZs
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Come get your fill of delightful fan art, beautiful brick builds, spectacular spray paint art, and a whole lot more in the latest Halo Spotlight! Pull up a seat and take a look now.
https://aka.ms/CS9-17D
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We're back with another Community Update! This time around we discuss Halo 3: ODST's launch, recent HCS news, Halo 5's upcoming birthday, epic Halo Gear - and more.
Don't miss a beat: https://aka.ms/RecentReconD
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September's MCC Development update is a go! This time around:
✔️ New armor for Halo: Reach?
✔️ New feature updates
✔️ Halo 4 Forge goodness
✔️ Flighting preview
✔️ And more!
Let's hit it, Marines: http://aka.ms/MCCSept2020
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It's time to check out the collected artworks of the community! This week's Halo Community Spotlight features a fresh batch of sketches, screenshots - and so much more.
Dig in: https://aka.ms/CS10-2D
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In this week's Community Update, we get a better look at the Monarch armor coating in Halo Infinite, cover the upcoming flight for Halo 4, highlight upcoming HCS activities, and much more.
Read up! https://aka.ms/SweetStoriesD
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We're back with this week's Halo Community Spotlight! This time around we've got some masterful sketches, meticulously detailed toys, and so much more. Dive in and check out the latest Halo Spotlight!
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This week's Community Update is hot off the digital presses!
✔️ Xbox Series X|S Updates for MCC
✔️ Halo 4 Flighting
✔️ Halo Infinite Coatings
✔️ All the latest from HCS
✔️ And more!
Give it a read now: https://aka.ms/ColorfulColumnD
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The latest Halo Community Spotlight has arrived, just in time for Haloween! Jump in and peruse some spooktacular sketches, incredible artworks, and much more.
https://aka.ms/CS10-29D
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The October Edition of the MCC Development Update is fresh off the digital presses! We've got updates on:
✔️ The latest Halo 4 flighting info
✔️ Enhancements for Xbox Series X|S
✔️ Community Mailbag
✔️ All-around MCC Updates, including Custom Game Browser
✔️ And more!
Dive in, and make sure you're all caught up:
https://aka.ms/MCCOct2020
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Halo 4 arrives on November 17th to complete Halo: The Master Chief Collection on PC with customizable mouse and keyboard support, 60+ FPS, and other all new PC-specific settings. Witness the Master Chief’s triumphant return, as he battles an ancient evil bent on vengeance and annihilation.
Go forth, Reclaimer.
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Teeming with toys, loaded with artistry, and so much more - the latest Halo Community Spotlight is ready for consumption!
https://aka.ms/CS11-12D
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Wake up, John.
Halo 4 has joined Halo: The Master Chief Collection on PC with Xbox Game Pass for PC, Microsoft Store, and Steam!
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Our latest Community Update highlights Halo 4's arrival on PC, recent HCS Grassroots announcements, and touches on Halo Infinite promotions. Read up on the latest in the world of Halo!
https://aka.ms/CrossplayCommunicationsD
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We're closing out the month with the November edition of the MCC Development Update! Get the latest on the Halo 4 PC release, upcoming Double XP, Community Q&A, and more. Read up!
https://aka.ms/MCCNov2020
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As 343 Day draws to a close, we're excited to offer a closer look at Halo Infinite development and share our updated launch window of Fall 2021.
Read more in the first installment of Inside Infinite.
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteDec2020
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We're getting in the holiday spirit and delivering the final Halo Community Spotlight of 2020! It's the best present you can open early this year so get cozy and bask in the joy of artwork from around the community. 🥂
https://aka.ms/CS12-10D
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The final MCC Dev Blog of 2020 has officially arrived! To recap the year’s events, we’ve got:
✅ MCC in 2020: By the Numbers
✅ A breakdown of the December Update
✅ Interviews with the dev team
✅ State of the Game
✅ And, a look ahead at 2021
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The final Community Update of 2020 has arrived with a recap of the year, words from the team here at 343, and more. Read up now! ❄
https://aka.ms/HappyHalodays2020D
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It's time for a brand new Halo Spotlight! We can't think of a better way to start off 2021 than with a look at a collection of superb community creations. Dive into the latest now!
https://aka.ms/CSJan14D
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Season 5 of Halo: The Master Chief Collection arrives for free in just one week! Featuring:
🛡️ 80+ pieces of armor to unlock across Halo 3 and Reach
👥 Brand new weapon skins
🤼 A fresh set of Seasonal Challenges with 4 unique rewards
🎮 On Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC
🔥 And more!
All live on January 27th.
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Strike the Anvil while it's hot – Season 5 of MCC has officially arrived! With it comes brand new armor for Halo 3 and Halo: Reach (yes, including GRD), a new bevy of weapon skins, and so much more. Jump in and check it out today!
https://aka.ms/MCCS5
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From the Grappleshot to the Warthog, the Sandbox Team is responsible for creating the tools you'll use in Halo Infinite. In 2021's inaugural Inside Infinite, we sat down with them to learn more about their development process.
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteJan2021
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Escape the winter doldrums with the latest Halo Community Spotlight! From Spartans to ODSTs, to machinima to mashups, there's something for everyone. Grab your copy and read up now!
https://aka.ms/CSFeb4D
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In this week's Community Update, we've got a full agenda:
✅ The latest on MCC Season 5
✅ The latest from HCS
✅ Halo 5 playlist updates
✅ Updates from the Halo Gear team
✅ Our very first #Ask343 Q&A session
✅ And even more!
https://aka.ms/LovelyLettersD
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In this month's Inside Infinite, we take a closer look at the development of Zeta Halo and how it's being brought to life for our campaign. Join us as we sit down with some members of the Halo Infinite development team to learn more.
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteFeb2021
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Spring is in the air and along with it comes another Halo Community Spotlight. It's time to hop in and check out the latest creations from sketches to landscapes, and so much more!
http://aka.ms/CSMar4D
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The latest Community Update has arrived, and this time around we've got a full docket! Settle in and get caught up on a fresh #Ask343, MCC Season 6 flighting, a recap of our recent Halo Infinite news, the latest from HCS, and more!
https://aka.ms/ZetaZoneD
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The Audio Team for Halo Infinite has been hard at work leaving no stone, or soundwave, unturned. Dig into our latest edition of Inside Infinite to learn more about the sounds that'll be going along with the sights of Zeta Halo.
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteMarch2021
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It's time to hop to the latest Halo Community Spotlight! Packed with eggcellent treats of all kinds, there's something for everyone. Grab your fill of the latest Halo Spotlight delights now!
https://aka.ms/CSApr1D
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April's Community Update has officially arrived! We've got a lot on the agenda including the brand new #Ask343, MCC Season 6 info, HCS updates, Halo 5 playlist report, and more!
https://aka.ms/RamblingRavenD
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Crossplay, super ultrawide, triple keybinds, and so much more – Halo Infinite on PC is being built from the ground up with the platform's strengths in mind. Read about the team's vision and what PC players can expect in our latest Inside Infinite.
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteApr2021
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The latest Halo Community Spotlight has arrived. Come see the freshest artwork ranging from toys to tattoos to treats, and everything in between!
https://aka.ms/CSMay6D
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The latest edition of the Community Update is fresh off the digital presses. We've got the scoop on the latest MCC news, upcoming HCS events, sweet Halo Gear, and more. Grab a copy and catch up on the latest now!
https://aka.ms/SpringScoopsD
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The latest edition of the Halo Community Spotlight has arrived. Pick up your copy and peruse community creations ranging from stunning sketches to sweet jazz music for your ears, and more, today!
https://aka.ms/CS6-10
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Welcome back, Spartans.
Take your very first look at the free-to-play multiplayer experience for Halo Infinite, coming to Xbox and PC this holiday.
https://aka.ms/HaloMPReveal
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Dress up your favorite digital surfaces with wallpapers featuring art from today's Halo Infinite multiplayer reveal. No matter your screen, you can join the team. 📱💻
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Wonderful Weapons, fantastic fan art, and more incredible content. The latest Halo Community Spotlight is live! Check it while it's hot.
https://aka.ms/CS7-2
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We've got coverage of all the latest Halo on-goings in today's Community Update. From MCC Season 7 to Xbox FanFest to Halo Infinite and more, grab yourself a copy and catch up on everything today!
https://aka.ms/SunnySummary
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We're readying for takeoff with the latest edition of Inside Infinite. Get a quick rundown of what flighting is, what our goals are with the upcoming Halo Infinite tech preview, and what you can expect once it goes live. ✈
https://aka.ms/InsideInfiniteJuly2021
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🚨 The Halo Infinite tech preview is now LIVE for the weekend! 🚨
Help us test Bot Slayer, Weapon Drills, UI & Live (Battle Pass, Challenges, & Store), and PC/Console.
If you've been invited, you may play anytime while the tech preview is open but we'd love to see you during these scheduled play times:
• Friday, July 30 @ 12-2pm PT & 7-9pm PT
• Saturday, July 31 @ 12-2pm & 7-9pm PT
• Sunday, August 1 @ 12-2pm & 7-9pm PT
You can leave us feedback on:
•Halo Waypoint: https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/forums/29568daf8cd14083bd1b70a810bf3581/topics
•Steam: https://steamcommunity.com/app/1240440/discussions/
Be sure to read the Known Issues first and then submit tickets for any bugs you might encounter on our Halo Insider Support site: https://aka.ms/HaloSupportInsider
We'll see you on the battlefield!
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It's no flight of fancy, the most recent copy of the Halo Community Spotlight is ready for enjoyment. Featuring the Fret-urnity of Spartans from last weekend's technical preview, awesome art, and more, you won't want to miss the action!
https://aka.ms/CS8-5
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It's Community Update time! Get all caught up on the latest with MCC, what’s up with HCS, ongoing partnerships, and more.
https://aka.ms/TechnicalTales
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The latest Community Update has arrived! In this edition we cover:
🖼️ Fresh Halo Infinite Art
⚔️ MCC Season 8
🔥 Halo 5 Playlists
🛍️ The latest from Halo Gear
🎮 Info on Halo titles for Xbox 360
➕ And more!
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Spartans, today is the day for battle! 
Join us and our friends at Razer on this legendary #RazerAMDHalo giveaway journey for a chance to win an AMD Radeon™️ RX 6900 XT Halo Infinite Limited Edition Graphics Card plus 3-months of Xbox Game Pass for PC.
Today’s mission requires one simple task:
Head to the Halo server and comment in the giveaway channel with your favorite Halo Quote
Winners will be selected randomly. Giveaway ends today at 2359 PT. GL HF.
For more chances to win, visit: https://rzr.to/halo-giveaway and keep a close eye on the daily giveaway calendar. Every day there will be a new task which means an extra chance at scoring one of the exclusive AMD Radeon™️ RX 6900 XT Halo Infinite Limited Edition Graphics Cards.
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Congrats to the winners of the #904714760002601060 GPU and Game Pass Ultimate giveaway!
@high yew
@echo cradle
@cosmic dragon
@plain stratus
Thanks to all of you who entered here!
For more chances, be sure to check out the Razer Halo Giveaway page for more info: https://www.razer.com/campaigns/halo-giveaway?utm_source=social
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In honor of Halo's 20th anniversary, your Spartan journey officially begins today.
Dive into Season 1 of Halo Infinite today. The mutiplayer beta is available on Xbox and PC now!
https://aka.ms/HaloInfiniteBeta | https://xbox.com/Halo
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It's time to continue Master Chief's journey. Halo Infinite has officially arrived.
https://aka.ms/HaloInfiniteLaunch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyMlV5_HRWk
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The time has come, Spartans! Our first Silver Debrief for Halo: The Series on Paramount+ is here with an update on our first season, some exclusive new details, and a full exploration of the Silver Timeline.
https://aka.ms/SilverDebrief001
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Find the Halo, win the war. March 24, on Paramount Plus.
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Time was your ally, human, and now it has rewarded you – the Halo Spotlight has returned! Come check out our latest curation of awesome community creations and crafts.
https://aka.ms/HaloSpotlightFeb2022
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In our latest Halo Infinite Update, we share insights into what the team is currently focused on, outline what's at the top of our priority list, and reveal new details on what's coming with Season 2.
https://aka.ms/HaloInfiniteMarchUpdate
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In this month's Canon Fodder, we get a peek at 'Vadam 'n' Vale on the cover of the upcoming novel Halo: Outcasts, take a closer look at the Banished occupation of Zeta Halo, explore the lore behind cylixes, and much more!
https://aka.ms/OfProtocolsAndPrisons
Tactical Ops, the next free event in Halo Infinite, has officially arrived! Check out our latest blog for full info on what the event has in store - including a brand new free event pass.
https://aka.ms/HaloInfiniteTacticalOps
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The March Community Spotlight has landed! We've got Fret in pancake form (his intelligence may be artificial but the flavors aren't!), Pringles in a Forerunner cylix, and some of the latest and greatest artwork from our incredible community.
https://aka.ms/HaloSpotlightMarch17
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In our latest developer blog, we outline our anti-cheat strategy for Halo Infinite and share the steps we'll be taking to continue improving our approach. Read up to learn more!
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Slipspace rupture detected – Halo The Series is here! Sign up for Paramount Plus (or grab a 30-day trial through Xbox Game Pass Perks!) and witness a bold, new take on the Halo universe, brought to life by Amblin, Showtime, Paramount+, and 343 Industries.
https://aka.ms/HaloTVSeriesLive
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In our Outcomes report for Season 1 of #HaloInfinite, we're responding directly to community feedback. Read up to see what the team is going after for Season 2, and beyond, based on your input.
https://aka.ms/HIS1Outcomes
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We're discussing the future of customization, progression, and more in the latest Outcomes report for #HaloInfinite. Read up to see what the team is working on for Season 2, and beyond, based on your feedback.
https://aka.ms/HIS1OutcomesLive
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Lone Wolves, gear up for Season 2 of Halo Infinite! Launching May 3rd, 2022.
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Flood Firefight. Halo 3 and ODST co-op crossplay. Full custom game browser support. And, that's just for starters. The latest update for Halo: The Master Chief Collection has officially arrived.
https://aka.ms/MCC-Update
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Explore Catalyst and Breaker, two new maps coming to Halo Infinite on May 3 with the launch of Season 2: Lone Wolves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aD88v-0IKJ0
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King of the Hill, Land Grab, and Last Spartan Standing debut in Halo Infinite Season 2: Lone Wolves on May 3.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voUP6BbrZL8
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In this month's Halo Infinite update we're discussing the team's priorities and sharing an initial look what you can expect throughout the remainder of this year – including new details on Campaign Co-Op and Forge.
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In one week, it's time to gear up for Season 2 of Halo Infinite.
Lone Wolves arrives on May 3.
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Pardon Our Dust
Ahead of Season 2's launch next week, Halo Infinite will undergo scheduled maintenance from 10am-11am PT on May 3. Online multiplayer and many other features will be unavailable during this time. Be sure to follow Halo Support on Twitter, https://twitter.com/HaloSupport for the latest updates on this maintenance period.
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The HCS Kansas City Major is now LIVE! Tune in all weekend long to earn exclusive Twitch Drops and watch top tier gameplay from teams from around the globe!
https://twitch.tv/Halo
https://youtube.com/Halo
Don't forget to link your Twitch and Waypoint accounts to claim your drops!
https://aka.ms/DropsHelp
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Introducing the first ever Halo Discord server giveaway!
Enter for a chance to win the Discord-exclusive Unicorn of Earth Nameplate and Emblem for Halo Infinite! (You will not be able to earn/unlock this in any other way other than by entering our giveaways!)
Here's the rules for this, and any/all giveaways that occur here on the server:
Welcome to the Official Halo Discord Giveaways!
Question: How do I enter?
Answer: Simply react to the 🎉 emoji on the giveaway message.
Question: What is being given away?
Answer: Giveaway prizes may vary.
Question: How long does the giveaway last?
Answer: Length varies by giveaway and is indicated on the giveaway message.
Question: How do I claim my prize?
Answer: In order to claim your prize, your Xbox Gamertag MUST be linked to your Discord profile. No exceptions.
The Fine Print:
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In the event that the prize is exclusive in-game content for Halo titles, please note that there will be a delay in receiving your prize.
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The winners may be re-rolled at staff discretion.
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If you are muted at the time winners are drawn, you forfeit the prize.
Head over to #giveaways and enter today and remember, if your Gamertag is not linked, you are not eligible to win.
Good luck!
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We always have room for another wolf.
Halo Infinite Season 2: Lone Wolves has officially arrived! Featuring a brand-new Battle Pass, game modes, and maps, explore it today.
🐺 https://aka.ms/LoneWolvesLaunch
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SLIPSPACE RUPTURE DETECTED
The May Halo Spotlight is here. Check out a selection of the latest and greatest artwork from the incredible Halo community!
https://aka.ms/HaloSpotlightMay19
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Dig in – Halo Infinite's Fracture: Entrenched has arrived. Play Land Grab and earn exclusive rewards on your Event Pass during the latest free event!
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Welcome back to another Halo Community Update!
Between Fracture: Entrenched and Lone Wolves coming to Halo Infinite, MCC’s Floodfight update, HCS, and the Halo television series, let’s get you caught up on all the latest news and info.
https://aka.ms/EntrenchedEndeavors
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With Halo Infinite campaign network co-op arriving later this year, we're planning to flight it to Halo Insiders in July. Register and make sure your Halo Insider profile is up to date for a chance to participate!
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Fracture: Entrenched is back. Secure zones and control of the map in Land Grab, now with additional Arena maps!
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The fate of the Sky Marshals is in your hands. Read the story so far and vote for what you want to see happen next!
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Catch up on drop pods, intel, and events deploying to Halo Infinite, learn about what's coming in MCC's upcoming update later this summer, celebrate the UK launch of Halo The Series, and more in our latest Community Update!
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Tickets for the most anticipated HCS events of the year are now available. Join us for the next Major in Orlando and witness history in the making at the World Championships in Seattle!
For the latest info & passes:
🎟: http://aka.ms/HCSTickets2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zzmWMOzqGs
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Halo is always more fun with friends – jump into our latest preview blog to learn more about Halo Infinite's campaign network co-op and mission replay features ahead of next month's Insider flight.
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It's time to secure the zones. Fracture: Entrenched has returned!
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Journey with a group of valiant modders working to restore levels, bipeds, and weapons from Halo's earliest days. In this 3-part series we detail an exciting collaboration between 343 Industries and community modders to bring long-lost content to MCC PC!
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The July Halo Spotlight has arrived! Take a gander at some of the latest creative endeavors of the Halo community, and learn more about how we’re expanding this feature in the months to come…
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“Captain Lasky to all hands. Banished forces are present above the ring—repeat, Banished forces are between us and our target."
Witness the devastating Banished ambush at Zeta Halo from a different point of view in HALO: THE RUBICON PROTOCOL on August 9.
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Last time, we detailed an exciting partnership between 343 Industries and community modders to restore cut weapons, vehicles, levels, alien life, and more from Halo's earliest years.
Today, let's have a fireside chat with the fine folks making it happen!
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The Halo Lone Wolves narrative continues on July 19 with Alpha Pack.
https://youtu.be/_Y-Rp9OlGMM
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The Halo Infinite Campaign Network Co-Op flight is live! Also featuring Mission Replay, be sure to squad up with your friends in this early-access build and take on the Banished together. We'll see you on Zeta Halo!
Learn more about the flight, find instructions on how to install your pre-release build, and report technical issues on the Halo Support site.
https://insidersupport.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/7297857876884
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Let's see what you can do.
Alpha Pack debuts July 19.
https://youtu.be/QewDzgC5KQ0
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Channel your inner Lone Wolf – Halo Infinite's Alpha Pack has arrived! Unlock new cosmetics through the free Event Pass, and advance your Spartan's story with brand-new narrative cutscenes.
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In the first of three Canon Fodder issues coming over the next few weeks, we dive into the Alpha Pack event, take a closer look at some mysterious ships on the cover of Halo: Broken Circle, and deliver another round of community lore Q&A.
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It's time for your monthly round-up of all things Halo, from the Alpha Pack event and Campaign Network Co-Op flight in Halo Infinite to our partnership with community modders to restore various pieces of cut content from legacy Halo titles, and more.
