I will say i never enjoyed halo since the end of halo 3 but halo 5 really is a great addition. The multiplayer is well crafted and smooth. I do have some suggestions however that i think will improve it.
- Ranks: the addition of the ranking system is very welcomed but i feel it’s very hidden away. Ranks should be shown in the lobby and you should be able to see your friends ranks while in the lobby. When you get matched up you should see the other players ranks. This adds greater importance to it and adds show off value which is most the reason to gain it. I also liked in the beta that it showed the XP you gained and how close you were to leveling up. - More playlists: the game desperately needs more playlists i’m not sure the reason behind the limited playlists at launch but there needs to be more variety. I never play infection but its a fan favorite also doubles, objective, snipers, BTB, multi-team, action sack (again don’t play it but its great for casual and has fun different gametypes). 4v4 social playlists are also needed because sometimes you don’t want to play competitive. - Radar: I do think the radar is an issue if sprint wasn’t in the game it wouldn’t be that much of an issue but because of sprint someone can run and never appear on the radar. This has basically removed the couch walk tactic for going undetected because you can just sprint at someone and get the drop on them. - Aiming: I’m on the fence with aiming, i can see why they have done it because it really makes it difficult to aim which raises the skill ceiling (which is good for the game and the game being a popular esport). but i do find it overly difficult to aim and frustrating but when you get a perfect so satisfying. - Br starts: i know not everyone likes Br starts but i good portion of the population does. maybe its own playlist or in playlist rotation.
overall though halo 5 is brilliant. hit detection is perfect, matchmaking is smooth and paired with equal skill most the time, gameplay smooth and fun. It will go down as one of the best halo’s made