While some studios make a name for themselves through their own productions, others can make a name for themselves in support. Such is the case with Certain Affinity, which was instrumental in the development of halo 2 doom, or Call of Duty. In 2020 we learned that Certain Affinity was in the works Halo infinity in partnership with 343 Industries. Earlier this year, insiders Jeff Grubb and then Jez Corden announced the studio was working on an Xbox exclusive inspired by Monster Hunter : that project happiness.
A strengthened partnership
After fifteen years of working on the franchise gloriolethe Certain Affinity teams announced that the relationship with 343 Industries will be strengthened. And not for any project! The studio announces that they have the publisher’s confidence to move forward Halo infinity.
We were part of @Gloriole Franchised for more than 15 years, we are honored to say that we are deepening our relationship with 343 and have been entrusted with advancing Halo Infinite in some new and exciting ways. Join us on our journey. https://t.co/fApGobYZS3 pic.twitter.com/XSuS7EtLcq
— Certain Affinity (@CertainAffinity) April 12, 2022
According to this press release, this would not be a simple support job, but a real evolution of the title. According to renowned insider Jez Corden, this project would be called “Tatanka”, and rumors he’s heard speak of a game mode with elements of battle royales, like a shrinking arena. Unique elements would set this new mode apart from other competing titles.
As a reminder, Season 2 of Halo infinity will be released on May 3, 2022 with many changes. Check out the teaser trailer below:
