The latest trailer for Halo Infinite provides fans with a long-awaited comprehensive look at the game's campaign, explaining several key mechanics and alterations to the series' formula.

The video, which consists of previously revealed footage alongside new looks at Halo Infinite's story mode, better explains the game's structure. The game's developer, 343 Industries, describes it as the "biggest campaign to date," while showcasing aspects of the game's open-world environment and free-form encounters. Taking place on the sprawling Zeta Halo, the trailer features Master Chief using a new AI companion to track down Cortana and finally figure out what happened to his long-time partner after the events of Halo 5. To navigate the world, Chief can call in a variety of land or air-based vehicles at select points on the map. Alongside the grappling hook and enemy vehicles, players will be able to move around the space however they see fit.

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In Master Chief's pursuit for answers, he'll need to dispatch many Banished. These aliens have a particular disdain for the Spartan soldier, hunting him across the map in their quest to wipe out all remaining remnants of the USMC. Players will have a large arsenal to defend themselves, with many classic Halo weapons returning alongside brand new tools of destruction. To remove the Banished from Zeta Halo, Master Chief will be able to participate in a variety of side-quests to eliminate key outposts. Seemingly similar to the Far Cry series, players can approach these smaller objectives any way they see fit; whether they go in guns blazing or oft for a sneakier solution is entirely up to them.

To better fight back against the Banished, players will also have a selection of abilities and upgrades for Master Chief. These can be used for benefits like increased travel power for the Thruster pack or stronger energy shields. These improvements seem to be gated behind skill points which will likely be gained by completing objectives.

Despite several significant delays, Halo Infinite's release is almost upon us. The next chapter in the sprawling franchises launches for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC on Dec. 8. Master Chief's latest adventure will also be available through Xbox Game Pass. Alongside the campaign, fans can expect  Halo Infinite's free-to-play multiplayer suite which has been widely praised throughout its numerous beta sessions.

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