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It’s been a busy year for Halo Infinite, as Microsoft showed the first look at the campaign mode in July before announcing in August that the multiplayer element would be free. Another announcement came very recently when developer 343 Industries outlined the new “coatings” customization feature for the sci-fi shooter. But a part of the Halo player base was hoping they had seen and learned more about the game at this point.
Halo Community Manager John Junyszek has responded to a fan on Twitter who said Microsoft has been “hanging around” regarding Halo Infinite. Junyszek said that the news Microsoft has shared so far about Halo Infinite might not be to everyone’s liking, but he does not accept the idea that Microsoft is hiding Halo Infinite.
“I would not agree with the comment about the turtles,” Junyszek said. “We just explained what coatings are, we showed two new versions and we continue with clarifications here on Twitter. Yes, this may be different news than I expected, but it is certainly not a turtle.
Hi Craig, I would disagree with the comment about the turtles. We have just explained what coatings are, we show two new renders and we continue with clarifications here on Twitter. Yes, this may be different news than you expected, but it is certainly not a turtle.
– John Junyszek (@Unyshek) October 27, 2020
This is not the first time Junyszek has dealt with “turtles” in particular. In August, he said 343 share more details about Halo Infinite when I can, adding that “the plan is definitely not a turtle.”
The most recent announcement of the new “skin” system for weapons, armor, and player skins was met with criticism by some fans, including over the implications for microtransactions. The first of the new coatings has been announced as exclusive to GameStop shoppers and people who enjoy sugary snacks, and 343 has admitted this is not ideal.
Given that it’s been five years since Halo 5’s release in 2015, Halo fans are understandably eager to see and learn more about Halo Infinite, especially after the delay. Halo Infinite was slated to be the Xbox Series X marquee launch title before Microsoft delayed it due in part to complications related to COVID-19.
The game currently has no release date in 2021, but Xbox Game Pass subscribers will get it at no additional cost on Xbox and PC. Also, the multiplayer element is free for everyone to try. While Halo Infinite will launch on Xbox Series X and S, it’s also coming to Xbox One.
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