Guide Overview

There’s plenty to know about Halo 5: Guardians—and here’s where to start. The information in this guide is presented in the following chapters—here’s what you’ll find in each one.

Spartan Training

Fall in, Spartans! This chapter teaches you everything there is to know about conducting business on the field of battle. From basic actions like crouching and sprinting to advanced tactics like issuing orders to teammates, all aspects of Spartan heroics are covered here.

Intel

Knowledge is power, and this informative chapter compiles all known intel on every weapon, enemy, and vehicle encountered in Halo 5: Guardians’ Campaign. From grenades to Grunts to Gungooses, you’ll find statistical information and strategic strengths and weaknesses on everything you’ll encounter during the adventure.

Campaign

Whether you’re stuck on a particular battle or simply fishing for a piece of Mission Intel, you’ll find plenty of value in our comprehensive Campaign walkthrough. Follow along on our guided tour through the entire Campaign, and you’ll find each collectible and breeze through every battle with the skill of a seasoned Spartan.

Multiplayer

Players looking for a leg up in the multiplayer experience, look no further. The latter half of this guide is devoted to the remaining game modes in Halo 5: Guardians—namely Arena and Warzone multiplayer. Here’s what awaits you in the guide’s multiplayer chapters:

Armory: Things kick off with an overview of all weapons and vehicles. Unlike the Intel chapter, the information featured in this section is tailored to Halo 5: Guardians’ unique multiplayer experience.

Warzone: Halo 5: Guardians boasts a massive all-new multiplayer experience, and this guide gives the new mode total coverage in the Warzone chapter. Discover everything you need to know about the addicting REQ system, the intricacies of the Warzone maps, and killer tips for toppling those imposing Warzone bosses.

Arena: With thrilling new maps and a painstaking focus on fair and balanced play, Halo 5: Guardians aims to achieve the ultimate multiplayer Arena experience. Hone your competitive edge with the hardcore tips and strategies found in the guide’s in-depth Arena multiplayer chapter—crafted with the help of Halo pros!

Appendix

The guide concludes with an informative spread of tables that expose some of the game’s best-kept secrets, including Medals, Emblems, Commendations, Achievements, Campaign collectibles such as Skulls and Mission Intel items, and more. In short, if there’s something you can unlock or achieve in Halo 5: Guardians, chances are it’s covered in the tables that make up the last few pages of the guide.