Exchange Update – 2026
2026-02-26The Exchange is getting an upgrade! The implementation of the Exchange gave players a new way to unlock gear. Play the game, earn Spartan Points, redeem said points for sweet unlocks. Effective today, almost all of the available Exchange content will be available to grab in perpetuity. That means that if there’s something in the Exchange that you’ve wanted, there’s a good chance it’s there now waiting for you. Additionally, we know there’s some content in the game that only made one appearance (if that) and there have been asks to see it return. A chief example of this is the Avalanche Sniper Rifle: a reward for reaching a rank of 20 in Halo 3 Recon Slayer during Season 4: Reclaimer. Seen once, obtained by a few, and then vaulted – never to be seen again. Some other items include, but are not limited to: • Halo 4 BR BLS skin • Halo 4 BR PXL skin • Halo 4 DMR BLD skin
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• Seasonal/rotational nameplates That content will now be available to anyone who simply logs into Halo: The Master Chief Collection at any point. There are a few bundles that will remain rotational but they will do so on a regular quarterly schedule. Here are those “bundles” and their expected rotational dates: Quarter 1 (Jan1-Mar31) • The ORION set • Helmet • Chest • Shoulders (Left/Right) • Arms Quarter 2 (Apr1-Jun30) • Grunt Plush Back Accessory • OGX Magnum Skin • X-Pack Back Accessory Quarter 3 (Jul1-Sep30) • The Mirage/SPI set • Helmet • Chest • Shoulders (Left/Right) Quarter 4 (Oct1-Dec31) • OGX Shotgun Skin • OGX Rocket Launcher Skin • Taygetus Dory Back Accessory The Exchange inventory has never been more available. Grab what you want, when you want it, and keep an eye on the quarterly rotations for the few remaining limited drops. We’ll see you on the (stylish) battlefield!