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[CyReN]

Probably already said but

reminds me of

 

[Tashi]

I thought it wasn't playable...devo you played that shit?

 

[VivaciousJazzy]

The statement about zero or low-g is not accurate.

Well that is comforting.

Still remembering, Zealot was fixed with sandbags and a teleporter, A-9 was a pretty lost cause because you need that outside route, Condemned had the center destroyed and irreparable, and all of these would have been much better without.

 

[Devolution]

Okay I need to set the record straight, I didn't play anything and no armor abilities were on display.

Next.

 

[HigherLevel]

Just catching up on all the news. This looks so good so far. The .gif of the guy strafing with the BR is amazing.

 

[op_ivy]

Were the entire MP maps shown to the press or just the few seconds of we saw?

they got to see 343 demo those maps. one report talked about hearing the spartan running through the map

Seriously though, I need their impressions.

Ghaleon, good spot what we can probably assume is a gametype help. Cool feature.

could just be the press back button to see game details thing halo has always had

 

[Slightly Live]

Okay I need to set the record straight, I didn't play anything and no armor abilities were on display.

Next.

Did you see anything not shown in that released Making Of video - if so, then what?

What weapons did you see, anything new? Any obvious differences to older versions?

Is teabagging still in the game? =)

 

[Deadly Cyclone]

Okay I need to set the record straight, I didn't play anything and no armor abilities were on display.

Next.

Could you tell if sprint was all the time, for everyone, or just a limited "perk?"

 

[Tashi]

Okay I need to set the record straight, I didn't play anything and no armor abilities were on display.

Next.

What did you see? Was it played in front of you? Full match? Both maps? Just Slayer? Any weapons other than BR?

 

[Demoncarnotaur]

Haven't seen this brought up yet:

Officially the new logo? I really like it a lot.

I like it a lot more.

The statement about zero or low-g is not accurate.

Aw, it could have been fun to go outside into space.

I can talk now, getting ready for school. I'll have a write up at some point too. If people have specific questions I can answer those too.

Also thanks Earth for reminding me I live in California today with that earthquake at 5:30 am.

The press really didn't give a ton info about the gameplay, maps, weapons, etc. I assume not much was shown, but could you elaborate, I feel pretty uninformed.

 

[Hypertrooper]

Did you see anything not shown in that released Making Of video - if so, then what?

Is teabagging still in the game? =)

Yeah. Break the embargo. =)

 

[Devolution]

What did you see? Was it played in front of you? Full match? Both maps? Just Slayer? Any weapons other than BR?

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.

Yeah. Break the embargo. =)

The embargo is over =).

 

[stephen08]

Halo 4 is looking pretty nice. My major concern now is about the weapon unlock and progression system for MP.

 

[CyReN]

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.





The embargo is over =).

If you don't mind..

Remind you more of Halo 2/3/R if any? and how do you feel about the direction?

 

[Ken]

Halo 4 is looking pretty nice. My major concern now is about the weapon unlock and progression system for MP.

My major concern is how big the armory will be this time.

 

[Tashi]

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.

Ok great.

Was it just one person running around a map showing the maps and basic shit off? No combat against other people? Did it feel like running was slow? Quick? Lateral movement, slow? Quick? Jump height seems high. More like Halo 3 or Reach? Something else maybe?

 

[orznge]

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.





The embargo is over =).

How does the strafing look?

 

[Zeouterlimits]

The H4 logo change may be my favourite part (/priorities).
Still like the full "Halo 4" logo.

 

[Demoncarnotaur]

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.

The embargo is over =).

How does it look both visually and animation wise compared to Halo 3 and Reach? Anything new, missing?

Assassinations?

 

[Stinkles]

No full match. Got to see two distinct multiplayer maps. Got to see spartan movement, hear it, also got a nice look at the BR in action.





The embargo is over =).

You are free to talk about anything you saw or heard and opine freely, positive or negative.

 

[Blue Ninja]

This screen really sells me on the Chief's armor. Looks awesome, at least from that angle.

 

[Hypertrooper]

The embargo is over =).

Really? Because no press site wrote about the campaign in their preview, it led me to the assumption that campaign-related content is still under an embargo. I thought the press had seen more than us. Sorry.

 

[VivaciousJazzy]

Halo 4 is looking pretty nice. My major concern now is about the weapon unlock and progression system for MP.

This. I'm getting pretty worried about what they're doing with that. It sounds like they're moving further into armor abilities.

 

[Stinkles]

OMG if this is actually the case

This is actually the case. BR does not replace anything. it's an addition.

 

[op_ivy]

The H4 logo change may be my favourite part (/priorities).
Still like the full "Halo 4" logo.

nanomachines!

 

[Tashi]

This is actually the case. BR does not replace anything. it's an addition.

Megaton.gif

edit: WTF Halo 4 is still trending on twitter. It's been like 4 hours lol

 

[Devolution]

If you don't mind..

Remind you more of Halo 2/3/R if any? and how do you feel about the direction?

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles/gametypes, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

 

[Fracas]

Really? Because no press site wrote about the campaign in their preview, it led me to the assumption that campaign-related content is still under an embargo. I just should stfu.

Haha don't feel bad, I was also under the impression that some campaign details would be shown today. The only thing I read was that the covenant are in the game, and may or may not be an enemy. I can't recall if this is true though.

 

[Devolution]

You are free to talk about anything you saw or heard and opine freely, positive or negative.

It will be hard as hell for me to think of anything negatively. I was just blown away. And you know how I am not afraid to be a critical asshole.

 

[CyReN]

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

Nice to hear, thanks.

 

[The Librarian]

It will be hard as hell for me to think of anything negatively. I was just blown away. And you know how I am not afraid to be a critical asshole.

I know you said you didn't see any AAs, but was there sprint?

 

[heckfu]

It will be hard as hell for me to think of anything negatively. I was just blown away. And you know how I am not afraid to be a critical asshole.

Opine level: Critical Asshole.


You are the wind beneath my jet pack, devo.

 

[Homeboyd]

Devo, any looks at the MP maps that are not shown in the 343 video?

 

[op_ivy]

I know you said you didn't see any AAs, but was there sprint?

looks like its part of the base level game now. notice there is no gauge too

 

[Karl2177]

Without having done any math on it, and judging from this screenshot alone, I'd say the FoV is just under 90.

 

[Tashi]

Devo, can you talk about how awesome Armor Lock 2.0 is?

 

[Steelyuhas]

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles/gametypes, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

 

[Fracas]

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles/gametypes, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

My hype just went from 10/10 to...I'm not sure there's a number for it now.
Well done, Mr. O'Connor and 343. Based on what I've seen, I believe completely.

Just saw this, good lord 1up. This is their headline for H4: Is Halo 4 Trying Too Hard to Be Call of Duty?

 

[Arnie]

Guys, have weapon spawns been confirmed as random? One of my friends said he read it in one of the articles?

 

[The Real Napsta]

So if Sprint is built in, what button do we press to use it? LB for default, X for bumper jumper? (please have bumper jumper in H4 BTW)

 

[Devolution]

Devo, any looks at the MP maps that are not shown in the 343 video?

Nope. Looks like both are in there. I gotta go to school, but I'll be back in like an hour to a little bit. (Class from 12 - 3, won't be back home till 4 or later). I'll have a write up at some point too as I recall stuff.

 

[Kibbles]

Without having done any math on it, and judging from this screenshot alone, I'd say the FoV is just under 90.

Can one use a protractor on the FOV shown in the radar to determine the FOV? lol

 

[Homeboyd]

Nope. Looks like both are in there. I gotta go to school, but I'll be back in like an hour to a little bit. (Class from 12 - 3, won't be back home till 4 or later). I'll have a write up at some point to as I recall stuff.

Thanks a lot for your answers.

Look forward to reading.

 

[Karl2177]

Can one use a protractor on the FOV shown in the radar to determine the FOV? lol

brb getting 7th grade math kit :lol

 

[Biggest-Geek-Ever]

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles/gametypes, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

Goddamn, shit just keeps getting more awesome today.

Just saw this, good lord 1up. This is their headline for H4: Is Halo 4 Trying Too Hard to Be Call of Duty?

lol gaming journalism.

 

[Plywood]

I'm hoping that Cyclops (?) mech won't be just for show.

They've said it is, at least for that map.

Opine level: Critical Asshole.


You are the wind beneath my jet pack, devo.

You mean thrusters.

Reminded me of 2 for the most part. The direction to me seemed awesome. There were also some nice ideas on display not fully fleshed out yet that involved the UI. You could feel and get a sense of the heaviness of the Spartans without losing mobility in this one, that's what made me want to stand up and clap. It felt like they got it. The maps are being made with a great philosophy of making a map geared towards certain playstyles/gametypes, the maps seemed (from my limited time seeing them) have a flow and direction, and a main "mess hall" if you will, and just the overall game seemed sped up which I consider a good thing.

Well now I'm feeling more hype.

 

[Devolution]

Thanks a lot for your answers.

Look forward to reading.

Yeah the questions are better for me since it's harder for me to recall specifics. There was a lot to process beyond "holy shit I am here watching a sneak preview."

 

[ElzarTheBam]

The medals.

But this is the one thing i am very curious about, the actual score for this match I assume is to the right of the bars.

 

[LAUGHTREY]

Guys, have weapon spawns been confirmed as random? One of my friends said he read it in one of the articles?

If it's like that, it's probably a setting you can change. But they didn't say anything about that, there was something on the HUD about weapon placements, but they didn't talk too much about it.

 

[Risen]

The medals.

But this is the one thing i am very curious about, the actual score for this match I assume is to the right of the bars.

2 Flag Ultimate Slayer