Halofans were struck with unfortunate news last year when it was announced that 343 Industries would be terminating the Xbox 360 servers for allHalogames. However, fans have continued to share theirsupport for previousHalogamesin a number of ways, from impromptu multiplayer celebrations to elaborate model renderings.
Though each installment remains available, the server shutdown enforces that functionality with multiplayer will be affected inHalogames on Xbox 360. Fortunately, dedicatedHalofans will still have the opportunity to play nearly everyHalogame as part ofHalo: The Master Chief Collection. Many fans have been inspired to showcase impressive3D models and otherHalocreationsbased on the franchise’s differentinstallments. The latest fan creation is ahelmet inspired by the character Jorge-052, or Noble Five, fromHalo: Reach.
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One fan, who goes by the username huragok_in_disguise, has designed a completely customizable helmet fromHalo: Reach. The fan shares a time-lapse video of themselves assembling the helmet from assorted pieces that are custom made. Each piece seemingly snaps into place, but the design is certainly intricate and creates a quality product. Further, the fan has shared a link to their workshop website, where they claim the Grenadier helmet is their “most ambitious project to date.”
Their workshop website provides an incredibly in-depth concept for their design, such as detailing the helmet’s major features and assembly. The website also showcases a number of otherHalodesigns that the fan has created, such as Frag Grenades and aHalo: ODSThelmet. It is clear that huragok_in_disguise wishes to share their custom design with other fans who may wish to create a similar helmet, and wants their design to be accessible to anyone.
Fans have since responded to huragok_in_disguise’s helmet model, praising their work and inquiring about whether or not it is for sale.Halo’s video game franchise is beloved, and fans' work in creating inspired pieces showcases great enthusiasm in light of the Xbox 360 server shutdowns. Interestingly,the upcomingHalo: Infiniteis currently slated for a release window of Holiday 2021, placing its launch right around the time thatHalo’s Xbox 360 servers are sunsetting. Of course,Halo: Reachand other installments are still playable. But it is undoubtedly the end of an era for longtime fans.
Players may be arriving as new fans thanks to the packagedcontent inHalo: The Master Chief Collection. Rather, fans may have been around sinceHalogames were being released on Xbox 360. Either way, the celebration ofHalo’s franchise has inspired impressive fan-made designs, with Jorge-052’s Grenadier helmet being the latest addition.
Halo: Reachis available for PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
