Meteor_Melee

Halo Infinite is a game that isn't without its flaws. From changes to the linear levels that Bungie created 20 years ago and into an open world, this year is one of the biggest years Halo has had. That being said, the game isn't without its flaws. Coming from a long-time Halo fan, I was a bit disappointed that there was no variety in biomes, like the snow world in Halo: CE, or the urban areas in Halo 2. We are mainly left to explore the open world and the insides of buildings, which while is disappointing from a world perspective, is justified by just how big and interactive its open world is. Gameplay-wise, this is easily one of the best halos in terms of fluidity with its combat. It feels like 343 took the best parts of Halo CE: to 3's gun mechanics and created this type of gameplay that harks back to the Bungie days of combat. On foot or on a vehicle, you are bound to have a fun time. The grapple shot is one of the best additions that fit perfectly into Halo's combat without feeling like it is out of place. The way you can approach enemies with different weapons and from different angles in a variety of ways makes halo absolutely superb when it comes to that. Story-wise, I felt it was lacking a little bit. Following up the cluster of a mess that was Halo 5's story, 343 has definitely made some improvements by making the story more about Master Chief and his connection to Cortana, but it struggles at some points throughout the campaign. There are two new characters of main note here, where are the Echo-216 Pilot and Master Chief's new AI companion, nicknamed "The Weapon," which is voiced by the same character that plays both Cortana as well as Dr. Catherine Halsey. While the story is better than Halo 5's story, it didn't feel strong enough and it tends to fall short for both new players and veterans alike. There are great things that 343 has done here, and while it is not perfect, it is one of the best adventures we have had with Master Chief in years. It is most definitely a campaign that, while it may end up being forgettable, is a fun ride all the way through.