Halo Infinite Confirms Forge-Made Remake of The Pit Map

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One of the Halo franchise's most popular multiplayer maps, The Pit, is being remade in Forge mode by 343 Industries for an upcoming release in Halo Infinite. While the current state of Halo Infinite is a matter of some controversy, Halo Infinite's upcoming Forge release is an undeniable bright spot. Hoping to showcase Forge while tying it into Halo's esports scene, 343 has announced that it's bringing back one of Halo 3's most exciting maps.

The Pit was first released forHalo 3 and has a special place in the Halo franchise's esports scene. Originally made by Bungie, 343 Industries even remade and renamed it Pitfall for its first release, Halo 4. The original map is set in a UNSC Training Facility and features various training structures, Pelicans, fencing, and tarmac. The map itself is symmetrical, with a variety of powerful weapon options and power-ups that spawn in its center.

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For Halo Infinite, 343 Industries is remaking The Pit with an entirely new aesthetic. Instead of the industrial training facility, Halo Infinite's The Pit will feature a neon purple futuristic style. Since The Pit is made entirely in Halo Infinite's Forge map creation engine, it's made using assets included with the game. Other than aesthetic changes, it looks like 343 is working to authentically recreate The Pit's design as Halo fans will remember it.

The Pit, unfortunately, will not be released alongside Forge mode when it launches on November 8. Instead, it's planned to be delivered shortly after. No specific release date has yet been confirmed, and no details regarding the delayed release of The Pit were shared. 343 is likely to be busy ensuring Forge works as intended when it launches,