Is the Magnum in Halo Infinite?
Michael Gray
Updated on April 19, 2026
Now in Halo Infinite, the magnum seems to finally have found its place within combat. The Sidekick isn't going to dominate firefights from across maps and it's not going to be useless. It's not slow and bulky, nor is it brutally fast.
Is there a Magnum in Halo Infinite?
It was even the starting weapon taking the place of the BR and DMR, so it can be disappointing to see Halo Infinite have no Magnum of its own. However, the MK50 Sidekick is an exceptional precision weapon with a quick rate of fire and decent accuracy, making for one of the best weapons in the game.Will the SMG be in Halo Infinite?
The Covenant's classic rapid-fire SMG is back in Halo Infinite with more pink crystals to fire. This iteration of the Needler has a 26-round magazine and fires incredibly quickly. As with Needlers in past Halo games, you'll need to get up close for it to be even remotely effective.Is the shotgun in Halo Infinite?
Best Shotgun in Halo InfiniteAt this point there are only two shotguns to choose from in Halo Infinite. It's a close call, but we're going with the Heatwave as the premiere choice — though it might not be quite so easy to get your hands on one.
What is the Bulldog Halo Infinite?
The CQS48 Bulldog is Halo Infinite's Shotgun, and when used properly, can be a dangerous weapon in close quarters. Designated as a Kinetic Weapon, the Bulldog is a combat shotgun that fires hefty 12-gauge shells at whoever is unfortunate enough to be nearby.Halo Infinite Sidekick vs Magnum
What happened to the Magnum in Halo Infinite?
Now in Halo Infinite, the magnum seems to finally have found its place within combat. The Sidekick isn't going to dominate firefights from across maps and it's not going to be useless. It's not slow and bulky, nor is it brutally fast. Part of its appeal is the way you can swap to it faster than other guns.Will there be a DMR in Halo Infinite?
Halo Infinite replaces the DMR with the VK78 Commando, an automatic rifle that is unwieldy at a distance thanks to a fairly heavy recoil that includes substantial muzzle climb. The Commando is by no means an actual swap for the DMR, as it feels more like a weapon sitting somewhere between the AR and the BR.What's missing from Halo Infinite?
Missing at Launch: Forge ModeAnnounced at the same time as the lack of co-op, Forge mode won't be in Halo Infinite on day one, either. Forge allows players to create their own maps and game modes and, like co-op, is a major reason why players pick up subsequent games in the franchise in the first place.