Kicking off 2025 is Operation: Brute Force, which runs from January 7 to February 4 (and is the final operation of Halo Infinite‘s Winter 2024 Update).
New playlists and modes bring new chaos with Castle Wars and Action Sack (coming soon), plus a free 20-tier Operation Pass, and much more to help beat the January blues.
CASTLE WARS
Capture the Flag has evolved!
Masterful melee moves and grand Grappleshot gambits will achieve victory in this epic 8v8 CTF mode. Take up arms, throw your hands and attack the enemy castle, break through their defenses and fly through the air with the flag in lightning strikes.
Here’s a look at the maps you’ll play on in this mode.
I wonder if Count Orlok is here?
Covenant mining rigs for collecting helium-3 are the perfect arena for those who love heights.
It’s just not a Halo game without gondolas!
Make sure this fortress remains impenetrable.
HOLLOW
Credits: erickyboo, BizzyBum, goobot
Mysterious alien ruins, perfect for exploration and combat.
The only art that should concern you in this megalopolis is the art of combat.
NADAIR
Credits: DEFORMED JAKAL, LudoHT
Even the oldest fortifications have stood the test of time.
Prepare to burn some bridges.
ACTION BAG
Action Sack is a playlist that finds its origins in Halo 2where strange and savage warfare brings chaos and madness in a myriad of modes!
Stay tuned for more information on what modes you’ll be playing when Action Sack arrives later in this operation.
OPERATION PASS
Order. Control. Become a blunt instrument to seize the initiative and break your enemies.
The Brute-inspired Dominar armor set is available in the free 20-tier Operation Pass, along with the Wild Slant armor coating and the Banished Morale Improvement weapon charm.
Additional premium options for Operation Pass include:
- 500 credits will make the Operation Pass durable (it will not expire), provide bonus XP during the Operation’s live window, an additional challenge slot while your pass is equipped, and will come with an item of exclusive customization.
- 2,000 credits instantly unlock all 20 levels of Operation Pass upon purchase and include the exclusive bonus customization element.
Upgrade to the Premium Pass to acquire the Vicious Hydra weapon template for the MLRS-2 Hydra and Glorious Ichor weapon skin.
THE EXCHANGE
Play matches and complete weekly challenges to earn Spartan Points that you can spend in The Exchange.
In Operation: Brute Force, you will find a number of customization items to improve the aesthetics of your MIRAGE IIC armor. Here’s a look at what’s in The Exchange today!
| ARTICLE | TYPE | FROM |
| Deletion protocol | Backdrop | Invisible site |
| Splash | Backdrop | Ultimate Reward |
| Selected | Emblem | Halo Equipment |
| Fangs | Emblem | Halo Equipment |
| Hammer time | Emblem | Halo Equipment |
| HUL/BNR/ORIGO | Helmet attachment | Invisible site |
| UA/FRONT PLATE | Hip attachment | Invisible site |
| Three-Five-Five | Visor | Ultimate Reward |
| Blue pop | Visor | Invisible site |
| Obsidian Sansar | Visor | Ultimate Reward |
| UTIL/EYESPY-II | Chest clip | Invisible site |
| Tactical Clippy | Weapon Charm | Ultimate Reward |
| Field analyst | Position | Invisible site |
| Skinning knife | Hip attachment | NEW |
| HUL/UNI | Helmet attachment | NEW |
| Contessa at sunset | Armor Coating | Winter contingency |
| Kaolin strand | Armor Coating | Ultimate Reward |
| Primordial Glory | Armor Coating | HCS drops |
| Bold industry | Armor Coating | Invisible site |
| BELUS | Helmet | Invisible site |
| UTIL/SUPERPOWER OUTBACK | Shoulder pads | Invisible site |
SHOP
Head to Halo Infiniteand you will find the new packs of this operation available now, which contain the following elements:
This super bundle contains both the Savage and Inciter bundles, which can be purchased separately. As a bonus, the super bundle contains the death effect Escharum’s Regards.
- Inciting helmet
- Unspoken Threat Helmet Attachment
- Shoulder Pads Incite Pauldron
- Chest Attachment Incite Heartplate
- Hip Attachment Twin Negotiators
- Incite Kneeguard Knee Pads
- Battle Lines Armor Shading
- Whispered Fear Weapon Model (M40 SPNKr)
- Tarnished Champion Weapon Coating
- Wild Helmet
- Pauldron epaulettes recovered from wreck
- Chest clip with sensor belt
- Nutrient Pouch Hip Attachment
- Sharp incisor knee pads
- (BONUS) Kind regards from Escharum death FX
- Warmonger Helmet
- Watchdog Gold Cornet helmet mount
- Warmonger’s Mantle Shoulders
- Belligerent Heartplate Chest Attachment
- Warmonger Plates hip attachment
- Warmonger Kneeguard Knee Pads
- Seals of Teash Armor Shading
Operation: Brute Force is now available. Now is not the time to use a thin scalpel, grab the blunt instrument you need to bludgeon the castle walls and cut down all those who stand between you and victory.
Get out there and channel your inner Jiralhanae!
