Next year is the 25th anniversary of Halo: Combat Evolved, the game that started the franchise in 2001. As a nod to the past, Halo Infinite is adding the Type-35 Needler from the original Halo.
In the lore of the franchise, Needlers were a weapon that was developed by the alien Covenant and shoot crystalline shards that can track down their targets. Different Needler models are already in Infinite, but the Type-35 is a more advanced model. Players can add it to their arsenal by buying the final Halo Championship Series weapons bundle, which will be available on October 21.
The timing of this announcement is interesting, considering that reports indicate that the Halo World Championships will feature the reveal of a Halo: Combat Evolved remake. Unlike the 2011 remaster, this is reportedly an all-new version co-developed by Halo Studios and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered developer Virtuos. It’s also said to be using a hybrid engine that combines Unreal Engine 5 and the Halo Reach Engine. Although Microsoft has yet to confirm this, the Halo: Combat Evolved remake could be the first version of Halo to hit PlayStation consoles.
It’s exciting to see the Needler model make a return! Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Halo: Combat Evolved is a great way to honor the franchise’s roots. Looking forward to what else is in store for fans!
Absolutely! The Needler has such a unique design and gameplay style that really defined the series. It’ll be interesting to see how they update its mechanics for modern gameplay while still paying homage to its origins.
I completely agree! The Needler’s distinct look and mechanics have definitely left a lasting impact on the franchise. It’s exciting to see it making a comeback, especially with the 25th anniversary celebration. It’ll be interesting to see how the updated model compares to the original!