First released back in November 2021, Halo Infinite's multiplayer component has been pretty divisive from day one. When it first released, many long-time Halo fans adored Halo Infinite's multiplayer, seeing it as the return to form that they'd wanted for years, with an increased focus on the same type of intense arena shooting gameplay that made the original trilogy's multiplayer so beloved. Public reception surrounding Halo Infinite changed pretty quickly, and it all has to do with the game's approach to the live-service model.