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Halo Infinite’s Season 4: The Infection Mode is Back in Action

Halo Infinite
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After 18 long months of anticipation since Halo Infinite’s initial release, the renowned Infection game mode is poised for a grand comeback. The announcement came as a pleasant surprise, especially given that voice lines for Infection had mysteriously leaked back in February.

Addressing Player Concerns: Hit Registration Glitches

Despite Halo Infinite’s consistent stream of content updates, it’s clear that a faction of the player base remains dissatisfied with the game’s current state. Reports of persistent glitches in the game’s hit registration system have been rife, causing some players to reluctantly abandon the game. However, the return of Infection, a beloved feature first introduced in Halo 3, is expected to rekindle the loyalty of franchise veterans. The introduction of this mode in conjunction with Forge mode previously heralded a golden age of custom games within the Halo series. As such, its conspicuous absence from the base game was a cause for widespread disappointment.

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Halo Infinite’s official Twitter handle broke the news, declaring that the Infection game mode would make its grand re-entry in Season 4, slated for release on June 20. Given the swirling rumours surrounding Season 4, this announcement doesn’t quite come as a shock, but it certainly adds to the buzz. The Forge mode in Halo Infinite boasts more sophisticated features than ever before, which promises intriguing gameplay when used in conjunction with Infection. This could very well mark a revival of Halo’s dominance in the shooter genre – a prospect that would be welcomed by countless fans.

The Role of Infection in the Evolving Halo Multiplayer Narrative

With Infection confirmed as a key component of the evolving multiplayer narrative, speculation is rife about the future of Halo Infinite’s multiplayer story. Departing from previous entries in the franchise, developer 343 Industries has pledged to develop a cohesive multiplayer storyline throughout all seasons. The discovery of several Halo Infinite Easter eggs embedded in maps over time had hinted at the imminent arrival of Infection, reinforcing fan theories.

Though the absence of core features at launch dealt a considerable blow to the game’s reputation, 343 Industries deserves commendation for its unwavering dedication to fulfilling player wishes. As the community eagerly anticipates the implementation of Halo Infinite’s career progression system, further details are expected to emerge with the full roll-out of Season 4 next month.

Halo Infinite can be played on Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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