It’s been a long time coming, but Season 2 of Halo Infinite is now officially live across all platforms. As expected, this seasonal shift brings a number of new features to all aspects of Infinite, many of which have been highly requested by fans. And while it remains to be seen if Season 2 will resonate with audiences in a greater way, 343 Industries seems to have put a ton of work into this update.
In multiplayer, this change to melee damage makes the Mangler a 2-shot beatdown rather than a 1-shot beatdown.
In Ranked multiplayer only, the Battle Rifle has increased melee damage.This change was made to preserve the Battle Rifle’s two-burst beatdown after the global melee reduction.
This change was made to preserve the Battle Rifle’s two-burst beatdown after the global melee reduction.
“Traded” melee kills will occur more often now than in Season 1.
Improved snapping to enemies during melee lunges.
Improved enemy collision immediately after meleeing
Reduced starting reserve ammo from 24 to 16.
Reduced max ammo capacity from 56 to 40.
The Banshee can now move slower and faster than before, including when turning.
Weapons cooldown faster and deal more damage.
Smoothing out traversal on the ground.
Fixing player’s standing on out of bounds rock ledges.
Removing or adjusting collision on small props and thin ledges.
If you’re experiencing crashes after updating, please submit a ticket to Halo Support. Key details to include in crash tickets are:
Step-by-step instructions on what causes the crash. The more specific, the better!
Confirmation that the console/PC’s operating system (OS) is up-to-date.
If possible, video or screenshots of the moments leading up to the crash.
For PC crashes:
Confirmation that the PC’s graphics drivers are up-to-date.
Attach an up-to-date DxDiag file. To create a DxDiag file, type “dxdiag” into the Start menu’s search bar, press the Enter key, then click “Save All Information” when the DirectX Diagnostic Tool pops up.
Include the Problem Report from the Control Panel app. To find this, open the Control Panel and enter “problem reports” in the search bar. Click “View all problem reports” then locate the recent Halo Infinite report. Double click on this Halo Infinite entry then use the “Copy to clipboard” button near the bottom of the window. Finally, paste this text into your ticket’s comments.
Step-by-step instructions on what causes the crash. The more specific, the better!
Confirmation that the console/PC’s operating system (OS) is up-to-date.
If possible, video or screenshots of the moments leading up to the crash.
For PC crashes:
Confirmation that the PC’s graphics drivers are up-to-date.
Attach an up-to-date DxDiag file. To create a DxDiag file, type “dxdiag” into the Start menu’s search bar, press the Enter key, then click “Save All Information” when the DirectX Diagnostic Tool pops up.
Include the Problem Report from the Control Panel app. To find this, open the Control Panel and enter “problem reports” in the search bar. Click “View all problem reports” then locate the recent Halo Infinite report. Double click on this Halo Infinite entry then use the “Copy to clipboard” button near the bottom of the window. Finally, paste this text into your ticket’s comments.
Confirmation that the PC’s graphics drivers are up-to-date.
Attach an up-to-date DxDiag file. To create a DxDiag file, type “dxdiag” into the Start menu’s search bar, press the Enter key, then click “Save All Information” when the DirectX Diagnostic Tool pops up.
Include the Problem Report from the Control Panel app. To find this, open the Control Panel and enter “problem reports” in the search bar. Click “View all problem reports” then locate the recent Halo Infinite report. Double click on this Halo Infinite entry then use the “Copy to clipboard” button near the bottom of the window. Finally, paste this text into your ticket’s comments.
AMD Integrated Graphics are below Halo Infinite’s minimum system specifications. Gameplay on this hardware may be functional but is likely not performant.
More information about changing the FOV setting can be found in the “How to change the FOV setting in Halo Infinite” article.
These options should be adjusted when using a controller with trigger stops. If the trigger stops are active, the default Trigger Deadzones will not allow for actions that require a full trigger press to occur. Affected actions include charging weapons like the Plasma Pistol and Ravager.
If you spot any asymmetrical Weapon Rack spawns, please submit a ticket or update your existing ticket(s).
If you encounter this issue after installing this update, please submit a ticket or update your existing ticket(s).
Read more about Season 2’s melee improvements in the Balance Changes section of this Patch Notes article.
More info about this issue and Halo Infinite’s networking can be found in the “Closer Look: Halo Infinite’s Online Experience” blog on Halo Waypoint.
For more details on how Ranked multiplayer system works, review the “Closer Look: Halo Infinite’s Ranked Experience” blog on Halo Waypoint.
The full widget can be enabled in the UI section of the Settings menu.
For more information about automated bans and Halo Safety’s ban appeal process, visit the “How to File a Ban Appeal” article.
Brightness can be adjusted by using the Screen Calibration menu found in the Video tab of the Settings menu.
Since Halo Infinite’s launch, both Achievements and Saves have been enabled when Skulls are active.
UI Narration can be enabled or adjusted in the Accessibility tab of the Settings menu.
Linear Navigation can be enabled or disabled in the Accessibility tab of the Settings menu.
This change has not removed the tank gun from any existing saves where it has already been picked up.
If you are unable to progress in Ransom Keep or your completion has reset, please submit a ticket or update your existing ticket(s).
Needler: Tier 2
Bulldog: Tier 3
The HUD can be enabled or disabled in the User Interface (UI) tab of the Settings menu.
The in-game menu for purchasing Halo Infinite’s campaign.
Rank placements in the Profile menu.
The Season Pass menu.
If the Load Error message is appearing after this update, confirm that your Xbox account’s Privacy Settings allow you to view content from other players. If so, please submit a ticket to Halo Support or update your existing ticket.
This Achievement will unlock whether the requirements are met in Custom Games and multiplayer matchmaking.
For some Campaign Achievements, players may need to load into Campaign and play for a couple minutes to ensure missing Achievements are unlocked.
If you are still missing Achievements after this update, please submit a ticket or update your existing ticket(s).
