Neptune: "The competitive ruling in Halo gives players more opportunities at proving themselves."

Neptune recently made waves announcing his return to professional Halo, bidding farewell to the CDL. Once hailed as a promising young prospect poised to impact the Call of Duty scene, Neptune's tenure in the CDL is best characterized by dramatic moments with the New York Subliners and solid placements in the Challengers scene.

As Neptune embarks on his return to professional Halo, he sheds light on factors that influenced him to transition back from competitive Call of Duty in an interview with Breaking Point’s CDL Insider Ace Abedi. 

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Ace: What led to your decision to step away from competitive Call of Duty? Did anything specific influence this choice?

Neptune: The direction that Call of Duty is going at this moment just does not align with my best interests. Halo has always been where my passion is at, and as much as I love CoD, I think Halo is better for me right now competitively.

Ace: As you transition back to professional Halo, what aspects of the game or the esports scene drew you back, and how does it differ from CoD?

Neptune: The competitive ruling in Halo gives players more opportunities at proving themselves. It's refreshing to play in a game where there's more variety in game modes and maps. Call of Duty, as of now, seems repetitive.

Ace: What influenced your decision to step away from competitive Call of Duty and return to professional Halo, and how do you see the competitive landscapes of these two games aligning with your interests?

Neptune: The decision to step away from Call of Duty stemmed from the realization that its current direction didn't align with my best interests. While I love COD, my passion for competitive Halo has always been stronger. Halo offers a more varied competitive experience with different game modes and maps, providing refreshing opportunities for players. 

Call of Duty began to feel repetitive. The slower time-to-kill in Halo has always suited my play style better, emphasizing the importance of communication and teamwork, which I believe makes me a valuable asset to any team in the competitive Halo scene.

Ace: Can you provide some insight on the decision-making process behind putting together this Native Gaming team?

Neptune: Before my switch to CoD, I had teamed with Mikwen and APG. It’s a reunion as old teammates, so we are pretty familiar with each other's capabilities and play styles. I think that Kuhlect as an addition to this team compliments that as well. Native Gaming made the switch easy and they have been very supportive since I was added to the roster. 

Ace: Were there any challenges or frustrations in the CoD scene that contributed to your decision to return to professional Halo?

Neptune: There were certainly a few circumstances that had an effect on my decision, but mostly my passion for competing in a game that I've always enjoyed ultimately made me switch.

Ace: Can you discuss how your skill set and play style align with the competitive landscape of Halo, and what excites you most about competing in it again?

Neptune: Good communication and teamwork are essential in competitive Halo, and I know that I can be a good addition to any team.

Ace: What message do you have for fans and on your return to professional Halo? Essentially, is there anything else you’d like to share or add?

Neptune: I would like to thank everyone in the Halo scene for the warm welcome; the support I have received has been amazing. I am focused now more than ever into giving this season my all.