Halo Infinite Unveils New ‘Tactical Shooter’ Game Mode

Halo Studios has unveiled a fresh addition to Halo Infinite: Seek and Deploy Extraction. This forthcoming game mode is positioning itself as Halo Infinite’s foray into the tactical shooter scene.

Despite a rocky start more than three years ago, with criticism for lacking classic features like Forge mode, Halo Infinite has made remarkable strides in development. Thanks to the consistent dedication from 343 Industries, now rebranded as Halo Studios, the game has thrived, offering diverse gameplay experiences. Just last year, it ventured into uncharted territory with a third-person mode, shaking up the traditional way of playing. Now, with a strategic twist, Halo Infinite is ready to dive into a different genre altogether.

Over on Halo Waypoint, details about Seek and Deploy Extraction have been shared. The mode pits two teams against each other in a 4v4, single-life, round-based format, where they alternate between attacking and defending Extraction Sites. In the reveal trailer, this mode was described as “Halo’s version of the popular tactical shooter mode,” inviting comparisons to renowned games like Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, and Call of Duty’s Search and Destroy, but with a unique Halo spin. The matches are set up as best-of-11, ensuring games are quick, injecting fast-paced excitement typical of the genre.

A key feature of Seek and Deploy Extraction is its economic system. Players will start with Bandit Evo and can earn credits through successful kills and extractions. These credits can then be spent on purchasing weapons, grenades, and equipment, which ramps up in value as the game progresses. This ensures no immediate access to high-powered weapons right at the start. Although fans eager to dive into this new mode will have to wait a bit, it’s a promising prospect for those excited about what Halo Infinite has in store in 2025.

The big question now is whether the Halo Infinite community will embrace tactical shooter gameplay. The genre is bustling with entrenched favorites, including the ever-popular Counter-Strike 2, and Valorant’s significant presence. Plus, there’s Call of Duty’s Search and Destroy mode, a staple that continues to draw in casual players. Fortnite’s Ballistic mode, though innovative, didn’t manage to capture the expected acclaim. Halo Infinite will indeed face a challenge as it tries to carve out a space in this highly competitive arena.