Welcome to the next evolution of Halo combat! As a valued Xbox One Preview participant registered in the program as of this morning, we’re excited to offer you an invitation-only early access opportunity to help us prepare for the public launch of the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta that takes place from December 29^th – January 18^th. This beta is a massive undertaking for everyone at 343 Industries and we’re happy to have you join us for this exclusive event.

This early access period, which begins on December 19^th and ends at 11:59PM PST December 21^st,  will only feature content from Week 1 of the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta, whereas the full beta will feature a total of 7 maps, 3 game types and a host of weapons that are released across the 3-week period. The Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta is a true “working beta” and represents a work-in-progress snapshot of a game in production. This is the earliest release for any beta in the history of the Halo franchise. Our focus is on testing the gameplay systems and services for the game so we can then use this data to improve the final release in fall of 2015. You may experience bugs while playing, but this is normal in a beta period and is useful for our development teams. Additionally, the visuals (including resolution) are not fully representative of the final product.

The Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta is only a portion of the epic plans we have for the full multiplayer suite when the game ships next year and we can’t wait to show you what we have in store.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

On the 19^th, you’ll receive a message from Xbox Live on your Xbox profile containing 2 codes you need to redeem to get into the early access for the Beta.

The first code allows you to download the Beta to your console, and the second code is a small download that grants you access. You will need to redeem both tokens on your Xbox One console or on Xbox.com to participate in the early access period for the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta. Be aware that redeeming one token will not allow you to participate; both are necessary.

Please note that these tokens are intended solely for your personal use as a Preview participant. Any attempt to sell, give away, or trade these tokens will have consequences, up to and including removal from the Preview program and exclusion from future participation.

Once you’ve downloaded and received access to the game, you can report bugs and issues via the Feedback app.

1. After encountering an issue, hold down the Xbox button on the controller and select Give Feedback from the power menu.
2. Describe the bug or issue you experienced, and submit.

Thank you for participating in the Xbox One Preview program and helping us prepare for the public launch of the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta!

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Damn I completely forgot about this. I honestly think Halo has run its course.

Right...

Lol I assume you're being sarcastic but its true. I legitimately forgot about the beta and I legitimately think Halo has run its course.

YES!!!!!

OP! Trailer in 60fps

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KKWsPZjjjQ

Glad I participated in summer.

A Halo that plays like Destiny would probably interest me. Halo plays like shit to me.

Game doesnt even have a street date but it got over 100k preorders... yeah its clearly run its course. 

OT. 343i can go fuck themselves. How can they release this press info with a straight face??? MCC still broken as shit, Halo 4 absolutely nowwhere to be seen and I still can't join parties???

Get MCC sorted first. Delay the beta till March/easter. 

I legitimately believe every one of us are entitled to opine.

However, your memory lapse doesn't mean that Halo was fogotten by it's fanbase.