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Halo Infinite March 19 Update Adds Networking Model, Anti-Cheat and More

Halo Infinite March 19 Update Adds Networking Model, Anti-Cheat and More

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Halo Infinite March 19 Update adds a networking overhaul, updates to the Forge mode, new anti-cheat that verifies in-game files, and more. The March 19 update for Halo Infinite is a simple patch that isn’t large on content but massive on significant quality of life channels. The March update also ships a new networking update […]



Halo Infinite December Mid-Season Update Brings Firefight PvE Mode

Halo Infinite December Mid-Season Update Brings Firefight PvE Mode

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343 Industries bring back a classic PvE mode called Firefight along with a host of other changes and updates to the Forge in Halo Infinite Season 5’s December Mid-Season update. Halo Infinite recently surpassed Destiny 2 in terms of active users. With the newest mid-season update, 343 have introduced a new healing item called Repair […]



FaZe Clan Win Halo World Championship 2023

FaZe Clan Win Halo World Championship 2023

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FaZe Clan takes down the reigning World Champions OpTic Gaming to win the Halo World Championship 2023. After a season of almost being overshadowed by both OpTic Gaming and Spacestation Gaming, FaZe Clan reminded us all why they were consistently at the top. HALO WORLD CHAMPIONS 🏆#HaloWC | #FaZeUp pic.twitter.com/Tzg8shLfUY — FaZe Clan (@FaZeClan) October […]


Halo World Championship 2023 Bracket, Schedule, and Results

Halo World Championship 2023 Bracket, Schedule, and Results

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The Halo World Championship 2023 is live all weekend! Check out who’s playing and how to tune in. The season closer for HCS 2023 will be live from Seatle, Washington from Friday, October 13th through Sunday, October 15th. Joining us live in Seattle for the @Halo World Championship this weekend? Here's everything you need to […]


OpTic Gaming Win HCS Fort Worth Championship

OpTic Gaming Win HCS Fort Worth Championship

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OpTic Gaming takes home the HCS Fort Worth Championship in their home state of Texas. The #GreenWall reclaims the throne. 👑@OpTic are your $250,000 #HCSFTW23 Major Champions! 🏆 @TriPPPeY 🏆 @aPureGangster 🏆 @Lucid_TW 🏆 @FormaL 🏆 @Lunchbox pic.twitter.com/yd3eKyq6Cs — Halo Esports (@HCS) September 4, 2023 OpTic Gaming Win HCS Fort Worth Championship Matthew “Formal” Piper, […]


HCS Fort Worth Bracket, Schedule, and Results

HCS Fort Worth Bracket, Schedule, and Results

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HCS Fort Worth will be the last Major of the year before the World Championship. The final Major of HCS Year 2 will be hosted in Forth Worth from September 1st to September 3rd. Keep up with the #HCSFTW23 Pool Play standings at the link below! 🏊‍♂️ https://t.co/faYVpWlZDY pic.twitter.com/fZOX8cSoHi — Halo Esports (@HCS) September 1, […]


Spacestation Gaming Win HCS Salt Lake City Championship

Spacestation Gaming Win HCS Salt Lake City Championship

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Spacestation Gaming takes home the HCS Salt Lake City Championship in front of their home crowd. . YOUR SLC HCS GLOBAL INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONS 🏆 @Bound2K @pznguin @StelluR 🏆 🏆 @KevinEcoSmith @Elamite 🏆 pic.twitter.com/t03cZh12e8 — Spacestation Gaming (@Spacestation) August 6, 2023 Spacestation Gaming Win HCS Salt Lake City Championship The hometown heroes of the event: Kevin […]


HCS Salt Lake City Bracket, Schedule, and Results

HCS Salt Lake City Bracket, Schedule, and Results

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HCS Salt Lake City leads into the last Major of the year before the World Championship. Who will grab qualifications for the Fort Worth Major? The Global Invitation hosted by Spacestation Gaming takes place from Friday, August 4th to Sunday, August 6th. 🏆 1 HOUR UNTIL KICKOFF 🏆#HCSSLC23 pic.twitter.com/xtrVknqfvq — Halo Esports (@HCS) August 4, […]


HCS Major Fort Worth Details

HCS Major Fort Worth Details

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The HCSSLC23 Global Invitational is several days out and will keep Halo fans entertained this month. But once September comes, the finale for the HCS season will begin.  Texas has been the place to be for Halo Esports in 2023, and it’s finishing the season with a bang. Beginning September 1 and running through September […]


HCS Global Invitational: Schedule, Teams, How to Watch and More

HCS Global Invitational: Schedule, Teams, How to Watch and More

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The HCS Global Invitational, hosted by Spacestation Gaming, is less than a week away! Here’s everything you need to know. HCS Global Invitational: When and Where The HCSSLC23 Global Invitational goes down at The Depot in Salt Lake City, Utah. The tournament begins on August 4 and runs through August 6. General Admission tickets are […]


NAVI Announces Europa Halo Summer Series Open 2

NAVI Announces Europa Halo Summer Series Open 2

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NAVI has just announced the Europa Halo Summer Series.  Together with @EuropaHalo, we are pleased to announce the second season of tournaments! 📰: https://t.co/vBoZddxFs5#HaloInfinite #navination pic.twitter.com/OgjBH5UR53 — NAVI (@natusvincere) June 21, 2023 After hosting the Spring Series in late May, NAVI and Europa Halo are back for the 2023 Summer Series. Three qualifying tournaments will […]


Halo Infinite Releases Exclusive Nameplate and Emblem for Juneteenth

Halo Infinite Releases Exclusive Nameplate and Emblem for Juneteenth

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Today is Juneteenth, and Halo Infinite is celebrating the occasion. While Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, did much of the heavy lifting to abolish slavery in America, Juneteenth is the day slaves in America all truly became free. Over two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Juneteenth celebrates the anniversary […]


HCS OpTic Arlington Major 2023 Details

HCS OpTic Arlington Major 2023 Details

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The next HCS Major is coming soon, and it’s coming to Arlington. Texas is going to have its hands full with Halo Infinite action in June. HCSDallas23 kicks off in less than a week, and to close out the month of June, we’ve got the next HCS Major: Arlington 2023.  Defending World Champions, OpTic Gaming […]




Halo Infinite May 10 Update Breakdown

Halo Infinite May 10 Update Breakdown

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Halo Infinite is getting a big update on May 10, so let’s break down what’s coming.  Halo 5’s Super Fiesta Coming To Infinite Halo 5’s Super Fiesta will be in Halo Infinite after the May 10 update. Some consider Super Fiesta not only Halo 5’s best game mode but one of the best game modes […]


Halo Infinite Season 3: Echoes Within Breakdown

Halo Infinite Season 3: Echoes Within Breakdown

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Echoes Within is finally here! Let’s break down everything new in Season 3 of Halo Infinite. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Exclusive Reward Halo Infinite players with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate can claim the Corrupted Hex Assault Rifle right now.  Season 3 Battle Pass As expected, Echoes Within comes with a new Battle Pass. It has […]


Starfield has a Release Date!

Starfield has a Release Date!

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Starfield, Bethesda’s next epos finally has a release date. Here are all the details! While initially being announced for November 11, 2022, it was a little quiet around Bethesda’s latest title Starfield. After being delayed and what seems to be again delayed, Starfield is now set to release on September 6, 2023. There will also […]


HCS: OpTiC Gaming Win HCS Charlotte Major

HCS: OpTiC Gaming Win HCS Charlotte Major

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OpTiC Gaming round out an HCS threepeat with the first Major of the year. Even after coming in as the second seed, OpTiC still manage to take it all. Is there any team that can dethrone them? HCS CHARLOTTE CHAMPIONS BACK2BACK2BACK 🏆🏆🏆@Lucid_TW @aPureGangster @TriPPPeY @FormaL @Lunchbox pic.twitter.com/bwl0vhr2Lr — OpTic Gaming™ (@OpTic) February 26, 2023 Back […]


HCS: FaZe Clan Wins Charlotte Major Qualifier

HCS: FaZe Clan Wins Charlotte Major Qualifier

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FaZe look to carry a Winner’s Bracket run into the Charlotte Major. Up against the reigning HCS World Champions, a new FaZe sets a standard of the season. Congratulations to @FaZeClan as they go B2B to claim the #1 Seed ahead of the #HCSCharlotte23 Major! 🏆 🥇 @FaZeClan 🥈 @OpTic 🥉 @G1Official Full Bracket⚔️ https://t.co/K4dpEOXBKb#FaZeUp […]


Halo Infinite Joint Fire – All Free Rewards and Challenges

Halo Infinite Joint Fire – All Free Rewards and Challenges

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The Halo Infinite Joint Fire event has just started up. This is everything you can unlock in-game and how the event is going to work. Halo Infinite’s latest event is Joint Fire. It’s the first decent content drop in the relatively sparse early 2023 for Halo Infinite. While there isn’t too much coming up, we […]


Charlotte Major Will Kick Off HCS 2023

Charlotte Major Will Kick Off HCS 2023

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HCS 2023 will begin with the Charlotte Major February 24-26. The first even of the new Halo Championship Series season all starts in just over a month. 🥂 New Year👥 New Rosters⚔️ New Rivalries Join us next month in Charlotte, NC as we kick off the first Major of the 2023 HCS Season! Spectator tickets […]


HCS: Native Gaming Picks Up Coach Hoaxer

HCS: Native Gaming Picks Up Coach Hoaxer

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Emanuel “Hoaxer” Lovejoy will start HCS 2023 with Native Gaming. Native Gaming tries to throw its hat in as a top-level Halo team with a championship-winning coach. This is not a Hoax. I repeat, this is not a Hoax. Please join us in welcoming Coach @HoaxerTV to the Native Family. pic.twitter.com/bfm4AZ76Qz — Native Gaming (@NativeGaming) […]



HCS: OpTic Gaming Win Halo World Championship 2022

HCS: OpTic Gaming Win Halo World Championship 2022

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OpTic Gaming close out a historical HCS season as World Champions. They may have traded Majors with Cloud9 and Sentinels all season, but the Green Wall stood tall against all other forces to take home the HCS World Championship. 2022 HCS World Champions: OpTic Gaming Some said they wanted it to happen. Others said they […]


HCS NA Super 2022 Day 2: OpTic and Sentinels dominate

HCS NA Super 2022 Day 2: OpTic and Sentinels dominate

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OpTic Gaming and Sentinels meet in the upper bracket finals, while Cloud9 has everything to do in the lower bracket. With Championship Sunday about to commence, ESTNN does a quick rundown of day two for the HCS NA Super. All eyes were on three teams as the tournament moved into the bracket stage; OpTic Gaming, […]


Halo Infinite: eUnited Spartan Benches Himself Amid Team Turmoil

Halo Infinite: eUnited Spartan Benches Himself Amid Team Turmoil

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Eight-year professional Halo player Tyler “Spartan” Ganza has officially benched himself due to unplayable team conditions at eUnited. Ganza — who competes for partnered HCS team eUnited — cited turmoil amongst his teammates and the organization’s unwillingness to release him as the primary reasons. For the time being, Ganza will withdraw from competitive Halo. He’ll […]


Snip3down Teases Switch to Apex Amid Halo Infinite Frustrations

Snip3down Teases Switch to Apex Amid Halo Infinite Frustrations

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Snip3down could return to Apex Legends and leave Halo Infinite behind. Competitive Halo legend Eric “Snip3down” Wrona made a challenging decision following the release of Halo Infinite last year. A previously established professional Apex Legends player for TSM FTX–Snip3down cultivated a successful career in the popular Battle Royale title. He stepped away from the competitive […]


Sentinels Dominate Cloud9, Win HCS Kansas City 2022

Sentinels Dominate Cloud9, Win HCS Kansas City 2022

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Sentinels return to glory following a win at HCS Kansas City 2022. Not many knew what to expect heading into the HCS’ visit to Kansas City. OpTic Gaming was scorching hot following an online win over Cloud9. All eyes were on these two teams throughout the week, with many believing this matchup to headline the […]


How to Watch HCS Kansas City 2022 & Earn Twitch Drops

How to Watch HCS Kansas City 2022 & Earn Twitch Drops

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Get ready for HCS Kansas City Major 2022! The Halo Championship Series (HCS) is days away from the third LAN of the Halo Infinite season. Top teams such as OpTic Gaming, Cloud9, Sentinels will clash alongside amateur challengers hoping for a breakout event. Hundreds of players will soon begin their journey to Kansas City, Missouri, […]


Halo: Luminosity Gaming Returns to the HCS, Sign Incognito Roster

Halo: Luminosity Gaming Returns to the HCS, Sign Incognito Roster

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Luminosity Gaming announced its roster for the Halo Championship Series (HCS).  The HCS is less than a week away from the highly-anticipated LAN event in Kansas City, Missouri. Many of the world’s best teams, including OpTic Gaming, Cloud9 and Sentinels, will appear for a chance to secure the latest major tournament win. While those squads […]


Halo Infinite: OpTic Dethrones Cloud9, Wins $75K FaZe Clan Invitational

Halo Infinite: OpTic Dethrones Cloud9, Wins $75K FaZe Clan Invitational

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The mighty have fallen in the Halo Championship Series. Competitive Halo has been relatively quiet since HCS Anaheim a few months back. Cloud9 continued its dominance at that event after picking up its second consecutive LAN victory. Fans and experts alike were beginning to suspect a dynasty until a reinvented OpTic Gaming roster entered the […]


A Halo Infinite Battle Royale Mode is Reportedly in Development

A Halo Infinite Battle Royale Mode is Reportedly in Development

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The Xbox Two Podcast unearths details regarding a Halo Battle Royale that has been in the works for over two years. Last year, 343 Industries finally unveiled the long-awaited latest installment to the beloved Halo franchise. The Halo series became an instant classic under Bungie Studios, which helmed the first six entries. 343 Industries — […]


Halo: FormaL Replaces Pistola on OpTic

Halo: FormaL Replaces Pistola on OpTic

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FormaL has officially replaced Pistola on OpTic Gaming’s competitive Halo team. OpTic Gaming dropped a bombshell today, announcing that Matthew “FormaL” Piper would replace Justin “Pistola” Deese on its Halo Infinite roster. The organization revealed the unexpected change on Twitter today. It comes mere days following the North American Halo Championship Series (HCS) Regional in […]


Cloud9 Wins HCS Anaheim 2022

Cloud9 Wins HCS Anaheim 2022

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Cloud9 defeated a tough OpTic Gaming squad to earn their second consecutive LAN victory. HCS Anaheim began with sixteen teams who battled through the Group Stage into the Championship Bracket, where all challengers hoped to overcome the seemingly unsolvable Cloud9 roster. C9 — composed of Renegade, StelluR, Penguin and Eco — have looked otherworldly since […]



HCS Anaheim Day 1 Results: The Favorites Dominate

HCS Anaheim Day 1 Results: The Favorites Dominate

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Day one of the HCS Anaheim North American Regional Finals is in the books. The competition began with the Group Stage, where four groups of four teams battled against each other for Championship Bracket positioning. Overwhelming favorites Cloud9 led the way ahead of the tournament, while OpTic Gaming, Sentinels and FaZe Clan hoped to stop […]


HCS Anaheim 2022 Preview & Predictions

HCS Anaheim 2022 Preview & Predictions

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ESTNN predicts which team will triumph in each pool before selecting a tournament winner. This weekend, sixteen North American Halo Infinite teams have prepared for an intense battle in Anaheim, California. The second HCS LAN event of the season features intriguing storylines, three days of action and a whopping $125K USD prize pool. Only the […]


Halo Infinite: How to Earn HCS Anaheim Twitch Drops

Halo Infinite: How to Earn HCS Anaheim Twitch Drops

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This weekend, the Halo Championship Series (HCS) heads to Anaheim, California, for the first North American regional competition. Sixteen teams earned the right — either through HCS Raleigh or the HCS Anaheim Online Qualifier — to compete for a share of $125K USD. The tournament features Halo Infinite’s best teams, including Raleigh Champions Cloud9 and […]


Halo Infinite: HCS Anaheim Pools Revealed

Halo Infinite: HCS Anaheim Pools Revealed

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See who will compete in pool play at next weekend’s Halo Championship Series (HCS) event in Anaheim, California. The first offline event for the 2022 Halo Infinite competitive season is nearly here. Next weekend, 16 of North America’s best teams compete for a $125K USD prize pool in Anaheim, CA. Some of the teams involved […]


HCS Anaheim Regional: Qualified Teams, Prize Pool, Format & More

HCS Anaheim Regional: Qualified Teams, Prize Pool, Format & More

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The stage is set for HCS Anaheim following this past weekend’s online qualifier.  Sixteen of North America’s best Halo Infinite teams have punched their ticket to the Halo Championship Series (HCS) LAN in Anaheim, CA, next month. The first eight qualified teams earn the right after achieving a top-eight at HCS Raleigh. Only eight more […]


Halo Infinite: FormaL’s HCS Free Agency Begins, TSM Tease Interest

Halo Infinite: FormaL’s HCS Free Agency Begins, TSM Tease Interest

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ESTNN discusses what could be next for FormaL in the Halo Championship Series. The Halo Infinite journey of retired Call of Duty player Matthew “FormaL” Piper has been quite interesting from the get-go. A former professional Halo player himself—FormaL’s return to his old stomping grounds became a significant storyline. Which team would he play for, […]


Cloud9 Defeat Sentinels, Claim Fourth Straight HCS Pro Series

Cloud9 Defeat Sentinels, Claim Fourth Straight HCS Pro Series

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Cloud9 continued their dominance in Halo Infinite in Pro Series Week 4. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) is in full swing following the Raleigh Kickoff LAN and four subsequent Pro Series competitions. Top team Cloud9 captured the title in each of those tournaments. Every team not named Cloud9 has done their best to match Renegade, […]


Cloud9 Complete the Three-Peat, Beat OpTic in HCS Pro Series Week 3

Cloud9 Complete the Three-Peat, Beat OpTic in HCS Pro Series Week 3

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Cloud9 continues it’s North American dominance in HCS Pro Series Week 3.  Halo Infinite is witnessing a dynasty of sorts develop only two months following the game’s release. OpTic Gaming and Sentinels were the first two teams to establish themselves in the early going. However, the guard shifted significantly, and Cloud9 now has a stranglehold […]


Halo Infinite: How to Watch 1-20 HCS Pro Series

Halo Infinite: How to Watch 1-20 HCS Pro Series

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ESTNN provides a look at the upcoming HCS Pro Series event for January 20. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) rolls forward today with another action-packed Pro Series event. Thus far, Cloud9 has continued to look unbeatable against the other best North American teams. The HCS Raleigh Champions collected victories in week one and two of […]


Sentinels’ LethuL & Royal1 Fined For Violating HCS Code Of Conduct

Sentinels’ LethuL & Royal1 Fined For Violating HCS Code Of Conduct

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The fallout from last month’s geo-filtering scandal involving Sentinels player Matthew “Royal 2” Fiorante continues. Halo Championship Series (HCS) league officials announced today that Sentinels player Tony “LethuL” Campbell Jr. and coach Chris “Royal1” have received fines following their conduct toward HCS Administration’s investigation. Both team members made their opinions known in early December when […]


Cloud9 Do It Again, Defeat OpTic Gaming In HCS Pro Series Week 2

Cloud9 Do It Again, Defeat OpTic Gaming In HCS Pro Series Week 2

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Cloud9 earned their second straight HCS Pro Series after conquering OpTic Gaming. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) rolled forward with the second Pro Series event this year. Last week, Cloud9 continued its dominance with an undefeated tirade through the tournament. The HCS Raleigh Champions (https://estnn.com/cloud9-wins-hcs-raleigh-kickoff-major/) toppled FaZe Clan in the Grand Finals and were the […]


Halo Infinite: FNATIC Officially Reveals HCS Roster

Halo Infinite: FNATIC Officially Reveals HCS Roster

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FNATIC signs a North American Halo Infinite team. Five months ago, the Halo Championship Series (HCS) revealed a partnership with nine well-known esports organizations ahead of Halo Infinite’s highly-anticipated release. OpTic Gaming, Sentinels, Cloud9 and FaZe Clan were among the marquee brands committed to Halo Infinite in the early going. One team — London-based organization […]


Halo Infinite: Pioneers’ “Druk” Accuses BBG Player “Minds” Of Cheating

Halo Infinite: Pioneers’ “Druk” Accuses BBG Player “Minds” Of Cheating

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Cheating accusations have surfaced in the competitive Halo Infinite scene. Since the game dropped two months ago, cheating and hacking and Halo Infinite have been a hot debate. Like Call of Duty: Warzone, Infinite’s lack of dedicated anti-cheat software blurs the lines between a good player and a hacker. Several highly ranked professional players have […]


HCS Anaheim Will No Longer Welcome In-Person Spectators, Qualifiers To Occur Online

HCS Anaheim Will No Longer Welcome In-Person Spectators, Qualifiers To Occur Online

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The Halo Championship Series (HCS) announced today that next month’s Anaheim event would not allow spectators in the venue, and online qualifiers shall determine half the field. Competitive Halo is booming less than a month following the ultra-successful HCS Raleigh Kickoff Major. The first offline event of Halo Infinite pulled record viewership and participation one […]


Cloud9 Go Undefeated, Win HCS Pro Series 1

Cloud9 Go Undefeated, Win HCS Pro Series 1

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Cloud9 picks up their second consecutive tournament win in the Halo Championship Series. Competitive Halo Infinite is booming early in the season, and the totem pole has already taken shape following the first offline Major of the year. Two weeks removed from HCS Raleigh, the season’s first significant online event featured the cream of the […]


Shopify Rebellion Enters Halo Infinite With Retired Gears Of War & Call Of Duty Pros

Shopify Rebellion Enters Halo Infinite With Retired Gears Of War & Call Of Duty Pros

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North American esports organization Shopify Rebellion has officially entered the Halo Championship Series (HCS) with a blend of veteran gamers. Shopify Rebellion currently sponsors teams in Rocket League, Valorant and StarCraft II—and its latest move brings the organization into competitive Halo Infinite. Their roster consists of three Gears of War legends and a Call of […]


Halo Infinite: How To Watch January 6 HCS Pro Series

Halo Infinite: How To Watch January 6 HCS Pro Series

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Competitive Halo’s first Pro Series tournament of the year begins tomorrow. Sixteen North American teams earned the right to compete for additional HCS Points ahead of next month’s DreamHack Anaheim event. Eight teams secured their spot in tomorrow’s Pro Series following HCS Raleigh, and another eight did so in last week’s Open Series tournament. Now, […]


Halo Infinite: How To Watch January 2 HCS Open Series

Halo Infinite: How To Watch January 2 HCS Open Series

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Learn everything you need to know about the HCS Online Open on January 2. Competitive Halo players are mere hours away from the first online tournament of 2022. The series’ latest title — Halo Infinite — is in the midst of an insanely successful launch. Participation and viewership figures are through the roof, and there […]



Halo Infinite: The Best Plays & Moments From HCS Raleigh

Halo Infinite: The Best Plays & Moments From HCS Raleigh

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ESTNN recaps the best plays and moments from the HCS Raleigh Kickoff. Halo Infinite’s inaugural Major tournament — the HCS Raleigh Kickoff — rightfully became the most-watched competition of all time by a wide margin. The Halo Championship Series welcomed hundreds of teams and thousands of fans to the Raleigh Convention Center for a hype-filled […]


HCS Raleigh Surpasses 250K Viewers On Championship Sunday

HCS Raleigh Surpasses 250K Viewers On Championship Sunday

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Competitive Halo Infinite is here to stay. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) hosted the first Major of the season in Raleigh, North Carolina, this past weekend. Expectations were at an all-time high following a successful Halo Infinite multiplayer launch last month. The first few weeks of the HCS saw record-breaking viewership for online seeding tournaments […]


Cloud9 Wins HCS Raleigh Kickoff Major

Cloud9 Wins HCS Raleigh Kickoff Major

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Eco, StelluR, Renegade and Penguin captured the HCS Raleigh Championship. Halo Infinite’s first Major of the season is in the books following a pulse-pounding weekend of action at HCS Raleigh. The Halo Championship Series alongside Esports Engine produced a spectacular event from top to bottom despite early hiccups. More than 270 teams worldwide journeyed to […]


HCS Raleigh: Big Team Battle Bonanza II Results

HCS Raleigh: Big Team Battle Bonanza II Results

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Who would win the highly-anticipated Big Team Battle Bonanza runback between Team Walshy and Team Goldenboy? The Halo Championship Series (HCS) is in the midst of its first LAN event of the year — the Raleigh Kickoff Major. Teams at the professional and amateur level threw their hats into the ring for a share of […]


HCS Raleigh: Twitter Reacts To OpTic Gaming vs. Sentinels

HCS Raleigh: Twitter Reacts To OpTic Gaming vs. Sentinels

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No one expected OpTic Gaming versus Sentinels this early in the going at Halo Infinite’s first Major of the season. The stars aligned following Sentinels’ Pool Play forfeit and subsequent undefeated Open Bracket run. Most viewers anticipated seeing the match in the Grand Finals. Instead, it occured in round two of the Championship Bracket. Both […]


HCS Raleigh: Complete Pool Play & Open Bracket Recap & Results

HCS Raleigh: Complete Pool Play & Open Bracket Recap & Results

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ESTNN recaps the Pool Play and Open Bracket results from HCS Raleigh. The Halo Infinite competitive season is off to a roaring start. Following several record-breaking online tournaments, teams worldwide ventured to Raleigh, North Carolina, to pursue a share of $250K USD in this weekend’s Halo Championship Series (HCS) Kickoff Major. Day one continued a […]



Complexity Enters Halo Infinite, Signs Triggers Down Roster

Complexity Enters Halo Infinite, Signs Triggers Down Roster

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Complexity reveals its Halo Infinite team heading into HCS Raleigh. North American esports organization Complexity committed to competitive Halo yesterday, signing the roster formerly known as “Triggers Down.” It should come as no surprise; Halo Infinite had drawn interest from several established gaming brands since its release last month. Other organizations have made efforts to […]


Halo Infinite: $250K HCS Raleigh Kick-Off Preview & Predictions

Halo Infinite: $250K HCS Raleigh Kick-Off Preview & Predictions

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ESTNN sets the stage for this weekend’s HCS showdown in Raleigh, North Carolina, including Pool Play and more! Competitive Halo is off to a hot start following the release of the series’ latest title — Halo Infinite. Viewership and participation numbers have set quite the precedent just one month following the game’s multiplayer release. The […]


Halo Veteran Flamesword Resurrects Status Quo Brand

Halo Veteran Flamesword Resurrects Status Quo Brand

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Michael Chaves, better known as Flamesword, has revived the Status Quo brand and promises to take it to the next level. Long-time competitive Halo fans might remember a team named Status Quo (sQ)—one of many that made a splash in 2008 on the Major League Gaming (MLG) Circuit. Led by Michael “Flamesword” Chaves, the sQ […]


FaZe Clan Makes It Official, Welcomes Snip3down To Halo Infinite Roster

FaZe Clan Makes It Official, Welcomes Snip3down To Halo Infinite Roster

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FaZe Clan finally reveals its complete Halo Infinite team ahead of HCS Raleigh. The worst kept secret in competitive Halo of late centered around esports organization FaZe Clan. For a brief moment, the team’s core consisted of Jesse “bubu dubu” Moeller, Adam “Bound” Gray, Michael “Falcated” Garcia. FaZe Clan’s fourth player remained a question mark […]


Lando Norris-Founded Esport Org Quadrant Reveals Halo Infinite Roster

Lando Norris-Founded Esport Org Quadrant Reveals Halo Infinite Roster

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Quadrant has announced its Halo Infinite team, which will make the trip to compete at HCS Raleigh this coming weekend. Founded by Formula 1 racing superstar — Lando Norris — Quadrant has silently risen through the ranks as a brand. Norris launched Quadrant in November of last year, emphasizing content creation and merchandise. Since then, […]


Halo Infinite: Formal Temporarily Replaces Royal 2 On Sentinels Following Suspension

Halo Infinite: Formal Temporarily Replaces Royal 2 On Sentinels Following Suspension

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Formal will temporarily replace Royal 2 on Sentinels’ Halo Infinite roster. Retired professional Call of Duty player Matthew “Formal” Piper confirmed today he would join Sentinels as their temporary fourth player following the suspension of Mathew “Royal 2” Fiorante. This unexpected news follows the outcome of an investigation launched by the Halo Championship Series (HCS) […]


Halo Infinite: Sentinels Player Royal 2 Suspended Following Server Manipulation Ruling

Halo Infinite: Sentinels Player Royal 2 Suspended Following Server Manipulation Ruling

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Two-time Halo World Champion Royal 2 has been suspended following an investigation into allegations of server manipulation. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) handed Sentinels player Mathew “Royal 2” Fiorante a 45-day suspension following an investigation into alleged server manipulation. Evidence gathered by HCS Administration determined that Royal 2 knowingly circumvented Halo Infinite’s server selection process, […]



100 Thieves x Halo Apparel Launch Confirmed, Will Release December 6

100 Thieves x Halo Apparel Launch Confirmed, Will Release December 6

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After many weeks of teasers, esports organization 100 Thieves has announced an apparel crossover with Halo. Following the release of Halo Infinite, the iconic series has rightfully reclaimed its spot atop the online gaming totem pole. The latest installment has received mostly positive reviews and has built a strong esports foundation. Several reputable teams have […]


Esports Org Built By Gamers Announces Halo Infinite Roster

Esports Org Built By Gamers Announces Halo Infinite Roster

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Built By Gamers has officially committed to the Halo Championship Series (HCS). Competitive Halo is the hottest it’s been in quite some time. The first three weeks of the HCS have exceeded expectations and broken previously set participation records. Halo’s surging popularity has caused many esports organizations to take note. Many reputable brands have already […]


Halo Infinite: Sentinels Reset Bracket, Defeat OpTic Gaming In HCS Kick-Off Qualifier Finals

Halo Infinite: Sentinels Reset Bracket, Defeat OpTic Gaming In HCS Kick-Off Qualifier Finals

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Sentinels take down two-time winners OpTic Gaming in the HCS Kick-Off Grand Finals. Two long days of competition have ended in the Halo Championship Series (HCS) Kick-Off Qualifier ahead of the first LAN event in Raleigh. Through three weeks of competition, OpTic Gaming appeared borderline unstoppable. The four-person squad with Lunchbox handling coaching duties won […]



Chipotle x Halo Infinite: How To Earn Challenge Swaps By Ordering Chipotle

Chipotle x Halo Infinite: How To Earn Challenge Swaps By Ordering Chipotle

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Chipotle partners with Halo Infinite to provide players a chance to redeem Challenge Swaps per order. The global fast-casual chain Chipotle and Halo Infinite have teamed up to enhance their gaming experience. Starting today, Halo Infinite fans can redeem Challenge Swaps by using promo code HALO117 at checkout when ordering Chipotle. Challenge Swaps allow players […]


XSET Reveals Halo Infinite Roster

XSET Reveals Halo Infinite Roster

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Esports organization XSET has officially entered the Halo Championship Series (HCS) following the record-breaking first two weeks of the Halo Infinite season. Competitive Halo has all the momentum in the world after just two tournaments. The HCS witnessed 406 registered teams to start the season before a record 512 teams signed up to compete in […]


Halo Infinite: OpTic Gaming Goes Back-To-Back, Defeats Cloud9 In HCS Open #2

Halo Infinite: OpTic Gaming Goes Back-To-Back, Defeats Cloud9 In HCS Open #2

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OpTic and Cloud9 square off for the second straight week in the HCS Open Finals. Competitive Halo is trending in the right direction ahead of the first Halo Infinite LAN. Amateur and professional teams have worked diligently since the early release of Infinite’s multiplayer mode. Countless scrimmages and VOD reviews helped produce last weekend’s HCS […]


Halo Infinite: HCS Online Open #2 Sees Record Participation With 512 Registered Teams

Halo Infinite: HCS Online Open #2 Sees Record Participation With 512 Registered Teams

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Competitive Halo is buzzing ahead of the $250K USD Raleigh Kick-Off Major. The hype surrounding Halo Infinite is not an exaggeration. Players worldwide have enjoyed what 343 Industries has brought to the table, with a ranked playlist on day one and fluid gameplay. The competitive scene, in particular, has responded positively to the game thus […]


100 Thieves CEO Nadeshot Interested In A Halo Infinite Team

100 Thieves CEO Nadeshot Interested In A Halo Infinite Team

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Nadeshot expresses interest in 100 Thieves joining the Halo Championship Series. Game developer 343 Industries released Halo Infinite to the masses last week to an overwhelmingly positive response. Many players point to how smooth Halo Infinite plays and a ranked playlist included at launch as the standout positives. Naturally, the game would be esports ready […]


Halo Infinite: OpTic Gaming & Cloud9 Go The Distance, OpTic Wins Thrilling Bracket Reset

Halo Infinite: OpTic Gaming & Cloud9 Go The Distance, OpTic Wins Thrilling Bracket Reset

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OpTic Gaming and Cloud9 deliver a spectacular finish to the first official HCS online tournament. The Halo Championship Series (HCS) opened its Halo Infinite season with an outstanding display of competition. A total of 406 teams committed themselves to the first North American online tournament of the year. A handful of those belong to some […]


Snip3down Likely To Return For Competitive Halo Infinite Season

Snip3down Likely To Return For Competitive Halo Infinite Season

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A timeline of events leading up to gaming legend Snip3down’s supposed return to competitive Halo. Halo and esports fans alike should remember the name Eric “Snip3down” Wrona as one of the best to ever play competitive Halo. He started in Halo 3 and quickly earned the title of a rising star and perhaps the best […]


Halo Championship Series Reveals 2022 Roadmap For Infinite Season

Halo Championship Series Reveals 2022 Roadmap For Infinite Season

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The Halo Championship Series details the 2022 Halo Infinite season roadmap. Like a phoenix, competitive Halo has risen from the ashes following the release of the series’ latest installment. Halo fans have waited since 2018 for Halo Infinite. 343 Industries shocked the world at the Xbox 20th Anniversary event, where the developers announced that Infinite’s […]


Dr Disrespect Showcases Insane Halo Infinite Skin Concept

Dr Disrespect Showcases Insane Halo Infinite Skin Concept

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The gaming world agrees, this Dr Disrespect x Halo Infinite skin looks impressive. YouTube streamer Guy “Dr Disrespect” Beahm is unquestionably a titan in the gaming scene. The former game developer turned content creator possesses a unique persona that sets him apart from everyone in his field. He’s spent most of his time over the […]


OpTic Returns To Halo Under Team Envy Banner, Annnounces Complete Roster

OpTic Returns To Halo Under Team Envy Banner, Annnounces Complete Roster

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OpTic returns to competitive Halo for the first time since 2018 with an impressive roster. Popular esports organization OpTic Gaming has announced its return to the competitive Halo scene for the upcoming Halo Championship Series (HCS) season. It’s been quite some time since OpTic last appeared in Halo, and they’ve returned at the right time. […]


HCS Announces $250K Raleigh Kickoff Major To Open Halo Infinite Season

HCS Announces $250K Raleigh Kickoff Major To Open Halo Infinite Season

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The Halo Championship Series (HCS) announces the first major LAN tournament for Halo Infinite. Competitive Halo is iconic in every sense of the word. Since the early 2000s, the Bungie Studios turned 343 Industries franchise has been responsible for paving the way for esports as we experience today. While Halo has undergone many fundamental changes […]


Halo’s Top 25 Players Of All Time Revealed

Halo’s Top 25 Players Of All Time Revealed

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Competitive Halo crowns its top 25 players of all time. The Halo Champion Series (HCS) has concluded its list of the top 25 Halo players of all time. Since 2001, the Bungie Studios turned 343 Industries series captured the attention of gamers worldwide. Many recognize Halo as one of the pioneer tournament first-person shooter (FPS) […]


Halo Pros Outraged As OGRE1 Is Voted 11th Best Player Of All Time

Halo Pros Outraged As OGRE1 Is Voted 11th Best Player Of All Time

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Twitter reacts to OGRE1 landing 11th on the list of best players in Halo history. Halo’s competitive scene erupted with anger and dismay yesterday when the Halo Champion Series (HCS) revealed gaming legend Dan “OGRE1” Ryan as the 11th best Halo player of all time. While much of the list has sparked controversy, none ranked […]


Halo Esports Returns With Halo Infinite, Announces Partnership With FaZe, G2, Envy & More

Halo Esports Returns With Halo Infinite, Announces Partnership With FaZe, G2, Envy & More

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Halo partners with esports teams such as FaZe Clan and Envy in preparation for competitive Halo Infinite. Competitive Halo is back in a significant way. With the series’ latest installment due for release this December, the landscape is beginning to take shape. Several reputable brands within the esports scene have already committed to their involvement […]