When I look at the image released today with the mysterious Spartan-like character and then the reflection of The Chief below, all of the rumors I’ve read about the game, combined with many of the other next-gen experiences modern games are offering, get mashed up in my brain and I fantasize about the following:
An open world Halo where I play as hero and villain (a nice nod to Halo 2 and fitting as this is 343’s second game), the ability to switch between these two characters at the push of a button (sure such would draw comparisons to GTA V and ridicule from snarks, but could be awesome), and perhaps some integrated MP elements where single-player and multiplayer interact seamlessly.
I think the way to revitalize Halo isn’t to change the gameplay with perks and armor abilities and stuff like that. It’s by expanding the genre - taking it beyond a simple first-person shooter. It’s always been a tiny battle sandbox. Why not open that up and make it a truly open world game? Perhaps this is just my love of RPGs kicking in, but I’d love questing as The Chief. He’s already a cypher!
Obviously all my imagination. Doubt it will happen. Just felt like sharing.
What would you like to see in a Halo 5 campaign?