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As detailed in a blog post on Halo Waypoint, the forthcoming patch will add new quit and betrayal penalties, as well as make specific improvements to the game's ranking system. Other general issues concerning the game's online experience will be addressed, too; though, 343 is waiting to share more once we're a bit closer to the release of the update.With regard to playlists, the studio is "looking to update team sizes and player counts across existing and upcoming playlists, including Team Doubles." Additionally, Team Snipers and SWAT will be added to the rotation in the near future.Microsoft just recently announced a new Xbox One console bundle that includes a copy of Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Additionally, 343 Industries plans to release Halo 3: ODST for Xbox One owners later this year, and you can get an early peak at what the upcoming remastered version looks like.

Alex Osborn is a freelance writer for IGN and is always down for a little Halo multiplayer. You can follow him on Twitter @alexcosborn and let him know what you thought of the Halo 5: Guardians beta.