Every two weeks we update Halo 4 Matchmaking with exciting new game types, playlist changes and more. You can see what we have planned in the months ahead by visiting the Matchmaking Playlist Calendar, but below you can get details on what’s now available in today’s Halo 4 Matchmaking Update.
Ninja Assassins
Ninja Assassins is an 8-player Free-for-All game type that features Spartans decked out in custom armor, equipped with Energy Swords and Sniper Rifles, and outfitted with the Thruster Pack. Motion tracker is disabled, and ten points are awarded for each kill. Watch your back, though! Assassinations will net players 30 points – the equivalent of three kills. During each life, you’ll level up – this is accomplished by getting kills in succession. One kill will bring you to level 1, two kills for level 2, and if you manage to get three kills in a row, you’ll be at level 3 – here are the details and attributes of each level:
Ninja Level 1
Shields recharge at a faster rate (2x)
Assassinations performed at a faster rate (2x)
Ninja Level 2
Shields recharge at a faster rate (2x)
Shields recharge sooner than normal (after 3 seconds)
Assassinations performed at a faster rate (3x)
Ninja Level 3
Shields recharge at a faster rate (2x)
Shields recharge sooner than normal (after 2 seconds)
Assassinations performed at a faster rate (4x)
Unlimited Thruster Pack energy
Ninja Assassins will be available as our featured playlist through April 28.
Big Team Battle Refresh
Here’s what’s coming in the Big Team Battle playlist:
Neutral Flag
The game type will be played on the following maps:
• Ragnarok
• Exile
• Longbow
We also added Excavation and Panic Station, two brand new community maps with help from Community Cartographers Flying Shoe ILR and The Psycho Duck.
