| 3DNews |
Денис Щенников |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite tries to be a lot of things at once: it is the end of Cortana storyline, a new beginning and nostalgia trip through Combat Evolved events. And it is good in most of those things. But only good, not more than that. |
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| ACG |
Jeremy Penter |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Video Review |
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| Area Xbox |
Kevin Arbelo |
9.7 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
The Master Chief's latest adventure feels very solid and has quickly become one of my favorite titles of the year. It is difficult to find FPS with better sensations at the controls than those that Halo Infinite has transmitted to me. From its gunplay, through its artificial intelligence, its performance and of course its spectacular sound section. Without a doubt, an adventure designed for the enjoyment of the player. |
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| Areajugones |
Alfonso Cánovas |
9.2 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's compendium is a remarkable one, a game that excels in all areas and that properly shows the hard work that 343 Industries has put in the game. The campaign is cool and the multiplayer is lots of fun, so all in all John 117's first appearance in the next-gen is a fantastic one. |
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| Ars Technica |
Sam Machkovech |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Basically, 343 charts a few dozen encounters and terrain paths that would have been found in prior games' linear campaign levels, then spreads them over a series of floating, connected islands to make its open world. Additionally, 343 has a nifty tool in its toolbox: Halo's 20-year-long gimmick of warping enemies from outer space whenever needed. Infinite kicks serious butt in these moments. Follow your map to an icon or simply walk up to a weird-looking point of interest and the game will start inserting foes, all hunkered behind carefully crafted terrain that separates you from them. Surprise: it's a miniature level! |
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| Atomix |
Alberto Desfassiaux |
90 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
I am very happy to tell you that Halo: Infinite is the Halo we had been waiting for and that shows that in fact, 343 Industries is the right studio to continue with the legacy of Master Chief and that most likely, this new formula that integrates an open world in the campaign, is the way to go for future installments. Although, the way in which his story is told is unkind to the new ones, I would tell you that you will find a great FPS anyway in case you have never given the opportunity to John 117, and if you are one of the old veterans, then fasten your belt well because a real journey full of emotions awaits you that will surely return you to the most memorable moments of this super iconic franchise. Xbox is Halo and Halo is Xbox. |
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| Attack of the Fanboy |
William Schwartz |
3.5 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite might be kind of underwhelming on the single player side, but multiplayer has tons of promise if 343 can tackle launch issues swiftly. |
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| AusGamers |
KostaAndreadis |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
In the end though it’s hard to fault what 343 Industries has accomplished with Halo Infinite. It’s very much the spiritual successor it purports to be -- with forward thinking design and elements that flow in a way that reminds you of the timeless nature of the fluid, stylish combat of old. The lack of co-op is something you feel, but in terms of cinematic spectacle this is the Master Chief carrying the flag once more for Xbox. Albeit in that new-school form of being able to jump in and, well, play anywhere. |
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| Cerealkillerz |
Gabriel Bogdan |
8.9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite doesn't offer all of its content at launch but shines already with a solid campaign, new innovative gameplay ideas and an expansive open world that will satisfy fans of the series. A few generic and unimaginative elements tarnish the whole package but besides these small missteps, one of the most innovative games of the series wait here for oldschool Halo Fans as well as newcomers. |
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| CGMagazine |
Khari Taylor |
9.5 / 10 |
11-24-2021 |
Unencumbered by the baggage of the upcoming story campaign, Halo Infinite Multiplayer is arguably the definitive incarnation of the franchise’s online competitive component and is strong enough to stand on its own despite its F2P leanings. |
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| Checkpoint Gaming |
Omi Koulas |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Master Chief is back and better than ever. Halo Infinite introduces open-world elements that don’t distract from the main story and add value to its replayability and memorable action. Even with the inclusion of the thrilling Grappleshot, the gameplay still maintains its signature feel. Multiplayer may need a lot of finetuning, but it costs nothing to play and provides plenty of frantic fun for a group of friends and solo players. With more features and additions to come, Halo Infinite isn’t slowing down… No. I think we’re just getting started. |
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| COGconnected |
Garrett Drake |
76 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
I’ve shared many gripes I have with Halo Infinite. I’ve shared them meticulously because I love this franchise and want it to continue succeeding. Beyond them all, I absolutely love playing it. The campaign’s open-world gameplay is phenomenal, and I can’t wait to play through it again on legendary, especially with a friend in the future. Despite my disappointment in the narrative, the lead performances are strong, and the presentation is cinematic. I’ve been playing Halo multiplayer with my friends for nearly twenty years. We’ve kept up with the Master Chief Collection over the years, but Infinite is the most addicted we’ve been in a long time. It’s far from perfect, but I can’t wait to see how Halo Infinite evolves over the coming months and years. |
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| Destructoid |
Chris Carter |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
If I had one piece of advice for people on the fence with Halo Infinite, it would be to not worry about the open world and embrace how it’s handled here. I was incredibly worried at first that 343 wouldn’t be able to resist the siren’s song of other major publishers, but the restraint here is appreciated. This is an extremely 2021 Halo, and I think it’s going to win over both lapsed players and diehards. |
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| Digital Trends |
Giovanni Colantonio |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite isn't going to reinvent the shooter genre, but it's a fun solo and multiplayer experience that can only get better with time. |
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| DualShockers |
Lou Contaldi |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, it feels almost poetic that Halo Infinite is its biggest, boldest, and most creative launch since the series released. Bringing a return to form for both the campaign and multiplayer, the entire experience is a Halo tour de force for the Xbox brand. With the promise that Halo Infinite will be a launching ground for future Halo experiences, Master Chief is looking at a bright future ahead. |
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| Echo Boomer |
David Fialho |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
The biggest Halo ever is also the safest, more focused on its cast of characters than the grandiose galactic adventure of it's predecessors. |
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| EGM |
Michael Goroff |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite handles the burden of the franchise's long history gracefully. At times, as with the campaign's story, it can feel like developer 343 Industries is weighed down by Master Chief's Mjolnir armor. But Infinite's bolder design choices, like its open-world environment and Grappleshot, make it feel exciting and new. The multiplayer might play it a little safe to appease longtime fans, but if the worst thing you can say about it is that it feels like old-school Halo, then it's doing something right. It's Halo made for Halo fans, but there's enough novelty to keep it feeling fresh. |
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| Eurogamer |
Wesley Yin-Poole |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's move to sort-of open world is a largely successful jumping off point for Halo's bold new future. |
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| Everyeye.it |
Francesco Fossetti |
9.2 / 10 |
12-05-2021 |
Halo: Infinite Multiplayer is a bomb. It is the return in great dust not only of a historical franchise |
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| Explosion Network |
Dylan Blight |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Even while I got lost in the narrative's reliance on drawing from the encyclopaedic franchises' past, I got caught up in the human story between Master Chief and The Weapon. Halo Infinite features an addictive campaign that moves from one objective to the other, and muttering "I'll stop after the next mission" is almost always a lie. |
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| Forbes |
Paul Tassi |
7.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite might be the best campaign 343 has done, but considering I didn’t love the last two, I’m not sure how much weight that carries. Halo Reach remains the gold standard for me in that department, and while I had a lot of fun here zipping around the open world, and I can see the potential of the concept, something about Infinite feels small and unfinished to me compared to both other Halo campaigns, and other open world titles. I don’t need (or want) a sprawling Assassin’s Creed map that takes 200 hours to clear, but I think I need more diversity than what’s here, and a better story with better characters told within it. |
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| Game Informer |
Matt Miller |
9.3 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
A big game with a lot to offer through long-term multiplayer engagement and subsequent campaign plays; the whole thing feels rooted in legacy, but looking to the future |
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| Game Rant |
Denny Connolly |
4.5 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is inevitably going to see a ton of play thanks to its day one inclusion on Game Pass and the campaign is well-positioned to impress. There are plenty of mechanical, enemy, weapon, and story throwbacks for longtime fans to smirk at and the game is approachable, exciting, and endearing enough to potentially win over a whole new generation of Halo fans. |
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| Game Revolution |
Paul Tamburro |
3.75 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
And therein lies the inherent issue with launching Halo Infinite as a platform for the Halo series. It’s clear that there’s tons of potential here, and there’s so much to love about what 343 Industries has already introduced, but playing it at launch feels like you’re playing the worst version of what could rightly wind up being a fantastic game. Game Pass lets subscribers experience games like Halo Infinite on a whim, and it also lets developers like 343 take risks on launching a “Halo platform” that’s a work-in-progress. Currently, its single-player campaign is fun if somewhat empty, while its multiplayer flickers between exhilarating and frustrating. With the former being available on Game Pass while the latter is free-to-play, it’s not much of a gamble to just play it despite its problems, but by now I think we all miss when games felt like they were finished at launch. |
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| Gameblog |
Romain Mahut |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite clearly marks a return to form for the Halo Franchise. The feeling is there, the music is there and the setting is there too. And 343 manages to make the game feel familiar all the while adding some new, and welcome, features. Halo Infinite also feels like the most intimate Master Chief story yet. |
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| GameMAG |
Евгений Иванцов |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is definitely one of the best releases of this year. And now we will patiently wait to see where the game goes next with future updates. |
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| GamePro |
Tobias Veltin |
87 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's campaign and multiplayer will delight fans in particular, but the dull open world is hardly inspiring. |
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| Gamerheadquarters |
Jason Stettner |
7.4 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is an ambitious next step for the franchise, where they aim to recreate the wonder and mystery that Combat Evolved did twenty years ago. I don’t feel that the game reaches the heights that have been set for it, with limited multiplayer content and a campaign that has numerous elements that don't quite hit the mark. It feels, finite instead of being Infinite as the titling of the game suggests. |
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| Gamersky |
八云猫车 |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
As part of the series' reboot, Halo Infinite delivers a high-scoring answer with a newly designed single-player campaign and steady multiplayer mode. |
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| GamesBeat |
Jeff Grubb |
100 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Consider me a Halo fan now. I was never really looking forward to Infinite. But now that it’s here, it’s so much more than what I was expecting. And I think that whatever 343 does next will be even better, and I’ll be eagerly awaiting it. |
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| GameSpew |
Richard Seagrave |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
After the disappointing Halo 5: Guardians, it really does feel like 343 Industries is getting the series back on track with Halo Infinite. The setting is familiar, and so is the gameplay, but like returning to your hometown to meet up with long-lost friends, it’s a wholesome experience and, once you scratch the surface, things are different enough to allay any fears that you’re just re-treading the same old ground. Perhaps the biggest shame is that co-op won’t be available until after launch, because those open areas could really do with multiple Spartans causing havoc in them. But until then, even playing solo is bound to be captivating thanks to firefights that put most other first-person shooters to shame. |
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| GameSpot |
Jordan Ramée |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite transforms the series' two-decade-old formula for the better, giving protagonist Master Chief more characterization and implementing an open world. |
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| GamesRadar+ |
Josh West |
4.5 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite celebrates a 20-year legacy with style and smartly outlines the foundations for future expansion – and it's the best Halo has been in quite some time |
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| GamingBolt |
Shubhankar Parijat |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite’s multiplayer is one of the series’ best offerings to date. With time, it can become even better. |
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| GamingTrend |
Ron Burke |
90 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Put simply, Halo Infinite is a return to form. 343 Industries has managed to deliver a campaign with a compelling storyline, fresh ideas, and familiar gunplay that takes the series in a brand new direction without breaking the formula. It was well worth the wait, even if there are a few bugs remaining to hammer out. |
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| Generación Xbox |
Jose Angel |
9.9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is a much needed reinvention of the franchise. Its campaign mode makes it the most ambitious, fun and complete Halo of them all. This edition is a love letter to fans and a true gift for the newcomers. Undoubtedly, one of the best games of the generation, and a true gem not to be missed. |
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| Giant Bomb |
Jeff Gerstmann |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Overall, Halo Infinite is great but something of a mixed bag. Fans of the genre will certainly enjoy the additional mobility granted by the grappling hook while the rest of the gameplay delivers that well-polished Halo experience that shooter-heads have come to know and love over the decades. It's a bit of a shame that the story doesn't quite stick the landing, but add in the fantastic (and free) multiplayer and you've got a really solid foundation for whatever comes next, be that a story expansion or an eventual full-on sequel. |
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| God is a Geek |
Chris White |
9 / 10 |
12-03-2021 |
The Halo Infinite Multiplayer is a strong entry into one of the greatest FPS series of all time, with cool maps and some awesome modes. |
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| GRYOnline.pl |
Adam Zechenter |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Microsoft's new shooter "delivers". It is admittedly very old-school, but it suits me. Halo Infinite won't revolutionize the genre, but it's a not just groundbreaking work that can be very entertaining. |
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| Guardian |
Edwin Evans-Thirlwell |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
The engrossing flagship Xbox shooter returns with its fabled craggy supersoldier and plenty of style but not quite enough bang. |
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| Hardcore Gamer |
Cory Wells |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite concludes a good run of 2021 Microsoft exclusives and it stands up to the best of what the Halo series has offered over its near twenty year run. |
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| Hobby Consolas |
Daniel Quesada |
90 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Not only does it manage to expand the playable frontiers of Halo, but it also makes us feel "at home" with sensations similar to those of the beginning of the franchise. |
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| IGN |
Ryan McCaffrey |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's multiplayer delivers a spectacular modern version of one of gaming's most esteemed first-person shooters. |
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| IGN Italy |
Davide Ambrosiani |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite as a game is a solid and fun job. As a chapter in a series that has always been characterized by strong epic traits, it is little more than a simple prologue. |
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| IGN Middle East |
Mohamed Shorbgy |
9.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
After years of waiting, Halo fans finally get what they deserve, with Halo Infinite proving to be Halo's best game to date in all respects |
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| IGN Spain |
Rafa Del Río |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite recovers all the epicness of the first installments in a title that seems to want to act as a connection with the future of the saga. |
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| Impulsegamer |
Andrew Bistak |
4.8 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite on the Xbox Series X is classic Halo fun that has received a true next-gen makeover that really upgrades our favourite Spartan, the Master Chief himself! |
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| JVL |
Kikitoès |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
In its entirety, Halo Infinite is excellent. The campaign may have its problems, including this mania to sink into the clichés of the open world, it remains solid and is done without displeasure even if the coop is delayed. Finally, its fully free-to-play multiplayer component is certainly the best multiplayer experience of this end of the year. |
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| Kinda Funny Games |
Kinda Funny Gamescast |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Video review. |
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| Kotaku |
Ari Notis |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
How do you even consider Halo Infinite in totality? I’m not sure that you do, not least because 343 Industries has stated that Infinite isn’t the end of a lengthy development process but the start of an ever-evolving game. (See: seasonal model, incoming cooperative and creative modes, the barest wisps of rumored story expansions.) Master Chief loves to prattle on about “finishing the fight.” But the fight never ends. And if Halo Infinite is what we get as a result? Bring it on. |
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| LevelUp |
Luis Sánchez |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Above all, it is a game that is played well, has a good duration and difficulty, and prepares the series for a promising future. |
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| Metro GameCentral |
GameCentral |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
The bizarrely structured and frequently uninteresting story campaign threatens to undermine the multiplayer, but this is still easily the best Halo has been for over a decade. |
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| New Game Network |
Alex Varankou |
74 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite offers a brief campaign with uneven writing, and a functional but safe implementation of the new open-world levels. It's still a great shooter with strong core mechanics that help carry the experience, but as multiplayer is now standalone and free, the value proposition of this full priced solo adventure is rather diluted. |
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| PC Gamer |
Natalie Clayton |
78 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite can't quite deliver on being an open-world throwback, but it's the best shooting the series has seen to date. |
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| PC Invasion |
Cameron Woolsey |
8.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Though there are some scuffs in the armor, the campaign of Halo Infinite still shines. |
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| PCGamesN |
Elliot Gardner |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
A phenomenal single-player experience that competes with the best this iconic series has to offer. Multiplayer needs a fair few structural tweaks, but still ultimately sparks joy. |
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| Player2.net.au |
Matt Hewson |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite had huge expectations to live up to. 343 Studios had yet to nail the entire Halo package and its much-publicised delay must have had the Xbox executive team worried. I am pleased to say that in all areas (bar the missing co-op) that Infinite has met and, in some cases, exceeded those expectations. |
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| Polygon |
Nicole Carpenter |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite swaps out the loadouts and armor abilities of earlier games for a few new pickups, including the grappling hook, which is by far the most useful of these tools. After relying on it so much in Halo Infinite's campaign, it feels criminal to pass it by in multiplayer. |
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| Post Arcade (National Post) |
Chad Sapieha |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
The sixth mainline game in Xbox's most sacred property is a classic and reverent Halo experience that embraces modern ideas where it makes sense. |
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| PowerUp! |
Leo Stevenson |
10 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is, without question, the absolute best shooter of 2021 |
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| Press Start |
Brodie Gibbons |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
With an adventurous campaign, complete with a sandbox that'll still be there when your friends can join the fight, and a multiplayer suite that feels like a note-perfect revival of the Halo of old, Halo Infinite feels like the complete blockbuster sci-fi shooter we've been waiting for from 343 Industries. It hasn't happened overnight for the team, but the mantle passed to them, at last, feels earned. |
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| Rectify Gaming |
Dave Rodriguez |
9.2 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
The story of Master Chief and Cortana is riveting, the Banished make excellent enemies and the multiplayer is the most fun I’ve had since Halo 3. |
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| Rock, Paper, Shotgun |
Brendan Caldwell |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
A rickety storyline can't stop this from grappling back lapsed fans with its open world and nostalgic gunfights. |
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| Saudi Gamer |
Unknown |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
On the side of Multiplayer Mode, we have a strong return to the series roots and a great mix between preserving the series identity and adding new fresh ideas from equipment and weapons that give special combat scenarios that no one will find except in the Halo series! |
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| Screen Rant |
Mansoor Mithaiwala |
3.5 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
It's plausible Halo Infinite will eventually become an era-defining game, one that reestablishes it as a dominant shooter franchise, but it's not there yet and there's no telling when it will be. |
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| SECTOR.sk |
Peter Dragula |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
After 20 years, Halo started a new chapter. It's exciting, it feels brand new and it is still really good. |
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| Shacknews |
Sam Chandler |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is 343 Industries' third entry in the franchise and the team manages to deliver one of the best Halo experiences to date. |
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| Skill Up |
Ralph Panebianco |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Video Review |
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| SpazioGames |
Marino Puntorieri |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
343 Industries made an amazing job in making Halo: Infinite feel new and captivating, yet familiar for long time fans that patiently waited for Master Chief to come back. |
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| Stevivor |
Steve Wright |
9.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
I was tempted to award Infinite a perfect score, but holes in functionality in both campaign and multiplayer hold it back ever so slightly. Don’t get me wrong, though — this is a fantastic offering and you absolutely owe it to yourself to play it. I imagine by May 2022 or so, that 10/10 experience will be there for fans and casual players alike. |
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| TechRaptor |
Andrew Stretch |
8.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite does a great job of nailing what makes Halo work so well while expanding the gameplay, adding in new elements like an open world and new armor abilities. |
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| Telegraph |
Tom Hoggins |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
The blockbuster shooter goes open-world with mixed results, but its impeccable combat and sumptuous vistas win out |
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| The Games Machine |
Daniele Dolce |
9.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite succeeds in the dual purpose of bringing the series back to its origins without forgetting to make several useful changes to rejuvenate the game formula. |
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| TheSixthAxis |
Dominic Leighton |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's multiplayer is a fantastic showcase of just how brilliant Halo can be, its fundamental gameplay and the mix of small and larger-scale modes a joy to play. It's just a shame that so much of that is being clouded by the dismal battle pass, paid cosmetics and unsatisfying progression. Halo Infinite multiplayer is a must-play for shooter fans, but its monetisation needs to change if it's going to survive in the long run. |
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| TrueAchievements |
Luke Albiges |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Moment-to-moment gameplay in Halo Infinite feels fantastic, so it's just a bit of a shame that there isn't more to do with those tight mechanics right now. |
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| TrueGaming |
Unknown |
8.5 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is a game that will impress old fans as well as newcomers, with refreshing changes in story style as well as team play style. |
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| TrustedReviews |
Ryan Jones |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite features a captivating story, tying up loose ends from previous entries while introducing strong new characters. Combat is basic, but it’s still just as fun and satisfying as ever, especially with the introduction of the Grappleshot. And while the new generic open-world segments fail to elevate Infinite to the best in the series, they at least offer welcome breathers between each action-packed linear level that offers the classic Halo experience. |
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| Twinfinite |
Chris Jecks |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
For now, the classic Halo multiplayer offering will be more than enough to keep them playing for months on end, even if the game modes and maps offering needs some refinement, ideally sooner rather than later. This is the evolution the series needed and provides a promising foundation for the future of the series. |
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| Unboxholics |
Σάκης Καρπάς |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
I dare to say that this is the real and promising return of Halo. The game is not perfect, the open world has many weaknesses, while some things like co-op are absent, at least during the release. However, the campaign is well-written, well-structured and well-crafted. After much outcry and endless questioning by all of us, 343 Industries and Microsoft seem to have succeeded… |
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| VG247 |
Alex Donaldson |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite isn’t perfect. It has foibles and struggles here and there. But it’s also a slam dunk of a release; it’s exactly what Halo needs to be now. As Halo’s relevance has felt to wane over recent years, this is a bold statement that, no, Halo isn’t ‘over’. It was never close. It matters, and it’s still brilliant. I don’t mind waiting to see where updates take it, because what’s here at launch is already largely brilliant. I’m excited for the future of Halo again. |
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| Video Games Chronicle |
Andy Robinson |
4 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's move to a more open-world structure feels like a new beginning for the series, with nostalgic nods and fresh introductions combining to great effect. Both the campaign and multiplayer have room for improvement, but the core experience is strong. |
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| VideoGamer |
Josh Wise |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
But it is, right now, where 343 has succeeded with Halo Infinite—where it has taken us full circle and where it is looking ahead. I will leave you with the words of Cortana: “This isn’t an end. It’s a chance to make amends. To rectify mistakes. And it starts here.” |
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| Washington Post |
Gene Park |
Recommended |
12-06-2021 |
The ‘Halo Infinite’ campaign is the closest to perfection in 20 years |
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| WellPlayed |
Kieran Stockton |
8 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite's campaign closes a few doors and opens some others, and even if the open-world stylings could be better integrated into the overarching gameplay design, it's a title that pays homage to the past while looking to the future |
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| Windows Central |
Brendan Lowry |
5 / 5 stars |
12-06-2021 |
Halo Infinite is a phenomenal game that completely exceeded my expectations. By seamlessly blending exciting new elements with Halo's traditional formula, 343 Industries has crafted its magnun opus. |
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| Worth Playing |
Cody Medellin |
9 / 10 |
12-06-2021 |
No matter what your focus is, Halo Infinite is a blast. For multiplayer fans, the gameplay is rock solid. The back-to-basics approach works well to keep longtime fans engaged, and the game is easy to pick up and play to hook newer fans. Campaign fans will enjoy that mode despite a few issues, since the open-world setting allows for some breadth in approach while retaining the familiar mission structure and flow. Infinite should be on your Christmas list, despite the lack of other big features at launch, like co-op, Forge, and local play. |
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| Xbox Achievements |
Dan Webb |
90 / 100 |
12-06-2021 |
While Halo Infinite's campaign structure is new territory for the series, and will likely divide opinion, it tells a good story, and creates moments that rank it in the top half when it comes to good Halo campaigns. Throw in a phenomenal multiplayer arena and some stellar shooter mechanics, and it's safe to say that 343 has finally put their stamp on the wonderful world of Halo. |
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