SatansReverence
Hipster Princess
Please tell me, besides the southpaw layout, when is RT anything but shoot?
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Please tell me, besides the southpaw layout, when is RT anything but shoot?
Nervous Sausage
Member
Okay, I'm desperate now. Can anyone explain to me why the Halo 5 MP Beta is eternally greyed out in the MCC menu and why I'm unable to download the Beta properly? I did the work around trick, watching the Halo Nightfall episodes and pressing A on the rewards to be taken to the store where I proceeded to download the Beta. I managed to then play a few games even though whenever trying to play with a friend, I'd be kicked out and forced to restart the game, but lately I'm unable to even get into a single game without the red triangle error popping up. I suspect this is because I wasn't even supposed to be able to download the Beta and had to do that work around trick but my question is this, why can't I download the Beta and have it work the way everyone elses does? I'd try reinstalling the Beta, but I'm not convinced that would fix the problem unless it stops being greyed out in the MCC.
Poodlestrike
Banned
Hell if I know, man. Try to contact support? Sounds real weird.
I Want Your Cat
Member
That sucks, have you tried the Nightfall method?
Go skim through all the episodes and collect your unlocks by pressing x and it takes you to the beta download page.
The only thing I can suggest is call xbox support and walk through the issue with them.
They will be able to look at your account and see if you have had your privileges checked ( MCC joke ).
If you are having some unusual problems then calling support is the best way to go because of the information they have access too.
Sorry. I hope someone else can give you a better answer.
RSB
Banned
Yep, crazy how homogeneous the FPS genre has become (on consoles, at least)
I mean in genral. Things like having LT to aim, sprint, ADS, progression systems,etc...
On PC you can stll find some variety when it comes to shooters.
When keeping it real not only goes wrong but makes you look like a total ass. 1st January as well....you've had an absolute stinker Satan's.
SatansReverence
Hipster Princess
Halo 5, where clusterfucking is better than organised team work...
neogaffer1
Banned
I was like that at first. The first seven or so matches I absolutely hated the game, thought it wasn't very fun. Didn't have anything else to do, though, so pushed through. Eventually I got to a point where I really, really enjoyed it. Now I'm doing better (although I do occasionally end up at the bottom of the scoreboard) and really enjoy the game.
Also, this. Too god damn many of my deaths are me happening upon several of the other team, me almost killing one of them, and then the firepower from two or more of them kills me.
And then that guy with no shields and 26% health lives on for another day.
Nervous Sausage
Member
Yeah I did that and thanks for the replies, I'm gonna just go and contact support now.
Third game was more like my first. It was on Midship (or whatever it is called now) and I just feel so frustrated on the map. I know if well from Halo 2 - it was one of my faves - but it seems like that map is populated with higher skilled players. It might be my small sample size, though. I was not anywhere near getting kills both times I played on Midship.
What?
GeorgioCostanzaX
Member
Wonder if that's why I'm not doing as well lol. In Halo MCC you can go it alone and hunt down individuals whereas nine times out of ten I'm getting picked off by someone else's team mate in this.
Altered Juice
Member
pretty much
MrFrankFontaine
Banned
We've only got 2 small maps to play with. To be expected. This will change when there are bigger maps.
I Want Your Cat
Member
I'm really digging this game. I've been doing really good in matches but my teamates usually let the team down. I'm still having a blast.
TTK feels good. BR and DMR are great. I keep my distance and destroy anyone trying to aproach with AR or SMG.
The SMG does seem a tad too strong when going up against people with ARs. It feels like I win against AR's all the time with the SMG. Or i lose alot when going against an SMG with an AR. It is a pick up so maybe thats fine.
The sword on truth seems really strong when theres nothing to counter it up close, wheres my shotty damnit.
All in all, its amazing!
TTK feels good. BR and DMR are great. I keep my distance and destroy anyone trying to aproach with AR or SMG.
The SMG does seem a tad too strong when going up against people with ARs. It feels like I win against AR's all the time with the SMG. Or i lose alot when going against an SMG with an AR. It is a pick up so maybe thats fine.
The sword on truth seems really strong when theres nothing to counter it up close, wheres my shotty damnit.
All in all, its amazing!
You replied to a comment stating that RT was zoom now since 343 took over because of CoD. At least proofread your posts before you throw out some senseless accusation.
The CoD configuration is what most console gamers know, but I would encourage any Halo fan of old to switch to Recon or something that doesn't have LT to zoom. I think LT to zoom tricks your mind into thinking this game needs to be played like other ADS shooters, but that simply isn't the case.
Twilight Gap
Member
best controller scheme for me would be
LT zoom
LB jump
RB grenade
RT shoot
LS move/crouch
RS look/melee
X thruster pack
A change grenade
B reload
Y switch weapons
jump on a bumper is the most important to me. being able to look while you jump is something you just can't afford to pass up in a game with a faster pace. similarly, melee on B prevents you from meleeing while turning, so the best place is either RB or the stick. i'd put it on the stick to use it while turning and use RB for grenades so it's right next to the trigger. i also think zoom works better on the trigger because clicking disturbs the position of the reticle, even by a small margin. being able to crouch under a shot is important in Halo, so i'd put that on the left stick. this is assuming sprint isn't in the game (and it shouldn't be).
this is similar to the jumper controls in destiny, which would be perfect for Halo if the crouch button wasn't so far away. the bumper jumper controls in H5 feel so awkward and unbalanced.
LT zoom
LB jump
RB grenade
RT shoot
LS move/crouch
RS look/melee
X thruster pack
A change grenade
B reload
Y switch weapons
jump on a bumper is the most important to me. being able to look while you jump is something you just can't afford to pass up in a game with a faster pace. similarly, melee on B prevents you from meleeing while turning, so the best place is either RB or the stick. i'd put it on the stick to use it while turning and use RB for grenades so it's right next to the trigger. i also think zoom works better on the trigger because clicking disturbs the position of the reticle, even by a small margin. being able to crouch under a shot is important in Halo, so i'd put that on the left stick. this is assuming sprint isn't in the game (and it shouldn't be).
this is similar to the jumper controls in destiny, which would be perfect for Halo if the crouch button wasn't so far away. the bumper jumper controls in H5 feel so awkward and unbalanced.
jailbird20022
Banned
Going to play some MCC till the BR starts arrive, AR is starting to grate on my nerves.
SatansReverence
Hipster Princess
Considering 90% of the time, RT is shoot, it's not hard to assume it was a typo.....
neogaffer1
Banned
I still really enjoy the Halo 4 format.
LT Grenade
RT Shoot
LS Sprint
RS Zoom
LB Boost
RB Melee
A Jump
B Crouch
X Reload
Y Switch Weapons
This is the most in-line with past Halos, and personally I find that putting zoom on a left trigger would be a handicap--I'd imagine it'd lead people to zoom in way more often than they need to, and destroy any capability they would have with a BR, pistol, or espeically a DMR. By relegating it to the right stick, you still use it when necessary, but go without it unless you think you need it. Although, I do admit, this gimps the AR because I never use Smart Scope with it and so I always lose gunfights when I have it out--but instead I just switch to my pistol at spawn immediately, which can handle the job while I search for a better weapon.
LT Grenade
RT Shoot
LS Sprint
RS Zoom
LB Boost
RB Melee
A Jump
B Crouch
X Reload
Y Switch Weapons
This is the most in-line with past Halos, and personally I find that putting zoom on a left trigger would be a handicap--I'd imagine it'd lead people to zoom in way more often than they need to, and destroy any capability they would have with a BR, pistol, or espeically a DMR. By relegating it to the right stick, you still use it when necessary, but go without it unless you think you need it. Although, I do admit, this gimps the AR because I never use Smart Scope with it and so I always lose gunfights when I have it out--but instead I just switch to my pistol at spawn immediately, which can handle the job while I search for a better weapon.
I've come to the realization I cannot play after midnight. Literally my team is a wrecking machine. I'm posting 22-28 kill games regularly. My other two friends are on point. As soon as it hit's midnight our over 30 asses turn to complete shit. I drop to about an even or slightly under ratio and my boys turn into 3-5 kills 12+ deaths.
I think most people just assumed you fucked up when trying to needlessly criticise 343. Typo my ass.
It makes no sense why this isn't a control scheme.
neogaffer1
Banned
It is though.
link1201
Member
I am going to be really bummed when the BETA ends. :/ Halo is addicting . Love the perfect medal.
http://xboxclips.com/Link1201/81cfee80-3d7e-4505-8469-78c85fbd9bc5
http://xboxclips.com/Link1201/81cfee80-3d7e-4505-8469-78c85fbd9bc5
RowdyReverb
Member
I know what you mean. I miss it already and it hasn't even ended yet.
link1201
Member
I think knowing the game is still so far away is what really hurts.
( I'am sorry)terrdactycalsrock
Member
I've been playing for around an hour and a half and think its really good! The boost mechanic takes the most time getting used to, but Im getting there. I like how it feels weighted and understated. Its seemingly good for rushing behind a corner, or over top a jump. its good for making a single move. The cool down also seems to suggest that to me. Unlike COD, which I also enjoyed a lot, where you could basically fly with boosts.
Having power weapons is cool, it gives everyone a central thing to fight over. But its also not OP. Even though the sniper is a power weapon it doesnt mean your going to get automatic kills with it. Same with the sword. On the topic of weapons, I love the smg. I thought it was usless in halo 2, and its just the right amount of strength now. The pistol is also surprisngly useful, I'll switch to that on the regular to finish someone off now.
Having power weapons is cool, it gives everyone a central thing to fight over. But its also not OP. Even though the sniper is a power weapon it doesnt mean your going to get automatic kills with it. Same with the sword. On the topic of weapons, I love the smg. I thought it was usless in halo 2, and its just the right amount of strength now. The pistol is also surprisngly useful, I'll switch to that on the regular to finish someone off now.
RSB
Banned
Typos aside, yeah, it's obvious the default control scheme having LT to ADS is a concession made for the modern shooter crowd. ADS itself is another. So was sprint back when it was introduced in Reach; and perks, killstreaks, custom loadouts, grenade indicators and flich when they were introduced in Halo 4.
Heh, I remember exactly the same shit happened when Halo got popular. Every game had to have a two weapon limit, recharging health/shields, dedicated buttons for melees and grenades... Homogenization! Yay! LOL.
Seriously, though, if someone's looking for diversity, the console FPS genre is not a very good place to find it.
Rockondevil
Member
Speaking of medals, is there a list of them somewhere? Seems to be quite a few of them these days and just curious what they all are and are for.
Welfare
Member
Twilight Gap
Member
friday's BRs though, right?
SomeOneInaHat
Member
yes
SatansReverence
Hipster Princess
The most offensive thing about clamber, the fact that virtually every jump in the game requires it...
Welfare
Member
Oh thank god. Thought I had to wait until monday.
link1201
Member
What's that for?
Welfare
Member
Grenading a weapon to yourself.
RIP crouch jumping
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