Halo Infinite Bot Bootcamp Suddenly Removed Following Winter Update

The fan-favorite multiplayer PVE mode was removed without any prior heads-up.

Halo Infinite’s Bot Bootcamp mode was abruptly removed by the developers in the latest Winter update. No fan saw it coming because it was quite an integral part of the Halo Infinite community. The Bot Bootcamp mode is a multiplayer PvE mode that allowed up to 4 players to hunt down bots to gain XP and get used to many features.

The casual multiplayer mode was wiped off the slate without any official announcements. However, a week ago, a blog post was published that confirmed the future playlists, which would be in Halo Infinite after the winter update.

The bootcamp mode was not on the list, but no one batted an eye since it is such a prominent part of Halo Infinite. Unfortunately, it is nowhere to be seen after the latest Winter update, which brought a whole array of improvements and the anticipated Forge Mode. It may prove to be a potential climacteric for Halo Infinite.


Major Takeaway

  • Halo Infinite’s Bot Bootcamp mode is a casual-multiplayer PvE experience that allows for relaxing gameplay.
  • It has been silently removed in the latest update, leaving fans scratching their heads.
  • 343 Industries have not made any official announcements for its removal, but it might have been sacked to stop players from earning XP through the mode.
  • We may see the Bot Bootcamp mode return sooner than expected in future rotations.

Halo Infinite utilized the Bot Bootcamp mode as a way to help players get used to the in-game mechanics. Its disappearance has caused a lot of controversy among the game’s community. Despite more veteran players not caring about the mode, many others still used it as a way to enjoy the casual side of Halo Infinite. 

It was a fantastic way to experience the maps, weapons, powerups, and the like for the new players. There could have been many reasons for its removal, but all is in the air for now. Developers may have disposed of it to aid the queue times for other modes, which may help the underlying problem of long queue times. 

The fans also used the Bot Bootcamp mode to traverse the battle pass and challenges easily. Deleting the mode may encourage users from playing the other multiplayer modes. It was a good way of earning XP, achievements, and other perks without facing off against any real players; 343 Industries may not have liked that.

It is unclear whether the expulsion of the Bootcamp mode in Halo Infinite is temporary or permanent. We may see its eventual return in one of the future rotations, or it may have been exiled for good. There are chances that the developers may release the mode after making a few changes, which may spark more controversies.

All in all, the aforesaid blog post did give a hint towards the developers using the feedback to decide what to bring in future rotations. The post mentioned, “Halo Infinite’s playlist offerings will continue to evolve and shift in response to player behavior in-game (where players spend their time) and community feedback.” 

The removal brought a lot of disdain to the community, specifically players that relied heavily on the Bot Bootcamp mode. A Reddit post by Omisake deeply dives into the aftermath of the mode’s expulsion, with Omisake asking 343 Industries to reinstate it.

The sentimental post dives deeply into the negative effects of removing the casual-multiplayer mode.

343i, please reevaluate the removal of Bot Bootcamp. from halo

Halo Infinite initially boasted a successful launch with a mesmerizing campaign experience. However, players soon realized the lack of content and the horrible matchmaking issues plaguing the game. That led to a slow but steady decline, but the developers have made strides to fix the game by incorporating updates with new features.

The latest major addition in Halo Infinite is the much-awaited Forge Mode which arrived with the Winter Update. The Forge Mode opens a new realm of possibilities for the struggling title, and we may see the game make a full comeback. Players may also utilize it to find a loophole for the multiplayer PvE experience.

What are your thoughts about 343 Industries removing the well-renowned bot Bootcamp mode without any proper announcement? Will you miss playing the casual-multiplayer experience? Do let us know your opinions in the comments below.

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Shameer Sarfaraz is a Senior News Writer on eXputer who loves to keep up with the gaming and entertainment industries devoutly. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and several years of experience reporting on games. Besides his passion for breaking news stories, Shahmeer loves spending his leisure time farming away in Stardew Valley. VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Game Rant, TheGamer, GamingBolt, The Verge, NME, Metro, Dot Esports, GameByte, Kotaku Australia, PC Gamer, and more have cited his articles.

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