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[nillapuddin]

Indubitably.

I really like the Forerunner sounds a lot more than the Covenant ones. Partly it's because the Covenant weapons don't sound much like their forebears, and partly because the Forerunner ones really do feel much less like treated real guns and more like something invented from nothing. Boltshot sounds slightly too wet, though, and repeaters just dont sound forerunnery at all. Wish there were more beam effects and sounds to go with previous Halos, and to further differentiate them.

The Supressor for me does have one of the weakest sound effects, Im not sure how I'd improve it, so no complaining from me.

The Covie weapons are not as unique as Id like them to be either, but I guess I just dont have the knowledge or creativity to figure out how to make em better, I actually do like the Beam Rifle sound, regardless if it makes sense or not

tl;dr
I can see how it becomes difficult making 3 different sounding AR's, 4 different Rifles sounds, 3 snipers etc.

 

[Fuchsdh]

The Supressor for me does have one of the weakest sound effects, Im not sure how I'd improve it, so no complaining from me.

The Covie weapons are not as unique as Id like them to be either, but I guess I just dont have the knowledge or creativity to figure out how to make em better, I actually do like the Beam Rifle sound, regardless if it makes sense or not

tl;dr
I can see how it becomes difficult making 3 different sounding AR's, 4 different Rifles sounds, 3 snipers etc.

Yeah I definitely see that challenge.

Mostly I was hoping for more continuity, but with the improvements we've seen over the course of the series. Reach was a huge step up in making weapons sound lethal, and Halo 4 largely continues that trend, although I think it makes some missteps in making things sound samey.

 

[The Librarian]

Pre-ordered The Thursday War off Amazon. Hardcover (best) version.

I think I'll do most of my reading during the plane rides to and from NYCC.

 

[TUROK]

•ALL weapons no longer get knocked out of scope when you're shot at. Instead, your camera 'flinches' while in scope, and this depends on the weapon you are using. The stability mod just controls how bad your camera shakes while you're being shot at.

Oh hell yeah! If there was ever one aspect of Halo that absolutely fucking awful, it's the "unzoom when shot" bullshit.

 

[Nando13]

So, confirmed drivable Cyclops in MP?

 

[The P of Poland]

Oh hell yeah! If there was ever one aspect of Halo that absolutely fucking awful, it's the "unzoom when shot" bullshit.

Is your YouTube handle by any chance MKTUROK?

 

[Steelyuhas]

lol...

That's a bad quote. What was said was that at a point in development, the kill times were very very quick, and changing the weapons to 5sk was one of the first things they did to slow it down it bit. They still emphasized that what we have in the final game is intentionally significantly faster than Reach.

I can back this statement with my experience, game plays much faster than Reach or H3 due to a variety of reasons. Also, worth noting that everything changes in the game, from the weapon itself to other factors. A 4sk utility weapon in H4 does not equal a 4sk weapon from H3.

Gathering information from a variety of sources, including my brief time talking with him, the Creative Director (Josh) of the franchise has been the one pushing for the faster kill times and faster pace of play, which is good news for those of us that haven't liked the speed of the past few games.

 

[TUROK]

Is your YouTube handle by any chance MKTUROK?

No sir, it's TUROK1134.

 

[Stinkles]

You mean part of the wub? Doesn't sound very Gravemindy so it doesn't feel like part of Flood mode.

Flub Wub is the hottest new genre.

 

[Tashi]

Oh hell yeah! If there was ever one aspect of Halo that absolutely fucking awful, it's the "unzoom when shot" bullshit.

It's a big game changer. Gonna have to play it to see how I feel.

 

[The Librarian]

It's a big game changer. Gonna have to play it to see how I feel.

Indeed. It seems like one those mechanics that I hate to deal with in games: Rather than making the game harder, the game makes it harder for you to play.

 

[Steelyuhas]

It's a big game changer. Gonna have to play it to see how I feel.

Take my word for what it's worth, but I was pretty skeptical of the change going in, but immediately liked it. Mid-long range combat felt so good without knock-out.

 

[The P of Poland]

No sir, it's TUROK1134.

Oh, okay. I'm sure you could see how I'd get the idea .

 

[SatansReverence]

That's a bad quote. What was said was that at a point in development, the kill times were very very quick, and changing the weapons to 5sk was one of the first things they did to slow it down it bit. They still emphasized that what we have in the final game is intentionally significantly faster than Reach.

I can back this statement with my experience, game plays much faster than Reach or H3 due to a variety of reasons. Also, worth noting that everything changes in the game, from the weapon itself to other factors. A 4sk utility weapon in H4 does not equal a 4sk weapon from H3.

Gathering information from a variety of sources, including my brief time talking with him, the Creative Director (Josh) of the franchise has been the one pushing for the faster kill times and faster pace of play, which is good news for those of us that haven't liked the speed of the past few games.

You don't understand my point.

Point was, shots to kill was the thing to get changed instead of rate of fire. Further lols for even thinking of a 4sk DMR and changing the BR to 5sk.

Also, you're right that a 4sk in Halo 4 =/= a 4sk in Halo 3 which is why I always laugh when some kid claims the BR can't be a 4sk because it would magically make it OP.

 

[FUNKNOWN iXi]

It's a big game changer. Gonna have to play it to see how I feel.

Been saying it since day one.. This is something that's going to drag in a ton of new players, especially on a subconscious level for those who typically would pass on Halo due to the higher requirement of skill compared to other shooters.

Not to mention it makes the CoD control scheme more intuitive if you can just hold LT to be in scope.

Which is definitely why Fishstick is at the top of my list for things to test out right away ;]

 

[Tashi]

Take my word for what it's worth, but I was pretty skeptical of the change going in, but immediately liked it. Mid-long range combat felt so good without knock-out.

But how did you adjust to it? I expect to be knocked out of scope when I play. Especially when sniping. Agh, I need to play this game man.

 

[Tawpgun]

Been saying it since day one.. This is something that's going to drag in a ton of new players, especially on a subconscious level for those who typically would pass on Halo due to the higher requirement of skill compared to other shooters.

Not to mention it makes the CoD control scheme more intuitive if you can just hold LT to be in scope.

But how did you adjust to it? I expect to be knocked out of scope when I play. Especially when sniping. Agh, I need to play this game man.

3 more weeks.

 

[SatansReverence]

It's a big game changer. Gonna have to play it to see how I feel.

I can already tell you how it's going to feel.

In Real Halo™ you would be laying into an opponent with a sniper, get domed and be amazed at their no-scope/quick scope.

In Halol4™ you will be laying into an opponent with a sniper, get domed and rage because bullshit flinch when hit decided to give him a headshot.

 

[User 73932]

So, confirmed drivable Cyclops in MP?

Ordnance drop Mantis is best Mantis.

 

[Steelyuhas]

You don't understand my point.

Point was, shots to kill was the thing to get changed instead of rate of fire. Further lols for even thinking of a 4sk DMR and changing the BR to 5sk.

Also, you're right that a 4sk in Halo 4 =/= a 4sk in Halo 3 which is why I always laugh when some kid claims the BR can't be a 4sk because it would magically make it OP.

Understandable, and I don't want to comment my speculation, but I'm sure it was a decision choice that was carefully considered.

Say what you will about the choices that designers for the game make (I certainly don't agree with everything they do), but they clearly consider a lot of options, and carefully pick the one that they want to do/feel is best to fit their vision.

But how did you adjust to it? I expect to be knocked out of scope when I play. Especially when sniping. Agh, I need to play this game man.

How did I adjust? Like a FUCKING ALPHA WOLF.

I just did it, and slayed.

 

[xxjuicesxx]

 

[Tashi]

Uhh but you suck. At least in previous games I know when I get no scoped but in H4 it could be a lucky flinch.

Also, fuck kill cams after each death. Hoping I can disable it and spin the camera around dead bodies. For real, that's a huge change.

 

[Tawpgun]

Uhh but you suck. At least in previous games I know when I get no scoped but in H4 it could be a lucky flinch.

Also, fuck kill cams after each death. Hoping I can disable it and spin the camera around dead bodies. For real, that's a huge change.

ADAPT BITCH

 

[Tashi]

ADAPT BITCH

My fuckin adaption rating is off the charts.

 

[Swordsman VII]

I know others have said this, but I am kinda disappointed that the only two new vehicles are the Mantis and Mammoth.

I always have loved the vehicle combat in halo games, so when they unveiled the prometheans/"proteins" I was super pumped for some new fancy high-tech forerunner vehicle. How disappointing that 343 wasted this opportunity to bring something unique to the vehicle sandbox to mix up the stagnating pool of current vehicles.

The Mammoth and the Mech are pretty cool and all, but their implementation in mp will undoubtedly be very limited. The only thing that could redeem the vehicle sandbox in halo 4 MP for me (and many others I would think) is the return of the chopper.

Please don't let me down 343.

 

[The Librarian]

Can someone please explain to me the origins of WolfHaloGAF? I'm in the mood for story time.

 

[CyReN]

 

[SatansReverence]

Uhh but you suck. At least in previous games I know when I get no scoped but in H4 it could be a lucky flinch.

Also, fuck kill cams after each death. Hoping I can disable it and spin the camera around dead bodies. For real, that's a huge change.

While I enjoy the idea of letting that kid know how badly he got embarrassed, being able to look around your own body after dying is hugely important in competitive play.

User option maybe?
Killcams Yes/[No]

 

[Pop]

Outstanding!

haha

 

[Swordsman VII]

wow did I choose the wrong moment to post that vehicle rant lol.

 

[malfcn]

Are maps going to have names on the radar like Reach? (Like distinguishable features to call out)

 

[xxjuicesxx]

My fuckin adaption rating is off the charts.

Says the kid who can only adapt to the bare basic playlist.

 

[Ozzy Onya A2Z]

I know others have said this, but I am kinda disappointed that the only two new vehicles are the Mantis and Mammoth.

I always have loved the vehicle combat in halo games, so when they unveiled the prometheans/"proteins" I was super pumped for some new fancy high-tech forerunner vehicle. How disappointing that 343 wasted this opportunity to bring something unique to the vehicle sandbox to mix up the stagnating pool of current vehicles.

The Mammoth and the Mech are pretty cool and all, but their implementation in mp will undoubtedly be very limited. The only thing that could redeem the vehicle sandbox in halo 4 MP for me (and many others I would think) is the return of the chopper.

Please don't let me down 343.

I'd hold some candlelight to the hope they're hiding promethean/forerunner vehicles away for their own press release or a hidden gem when you buy the game.

In past Halo's we've had Elites and Brutes each with their own vehicles (multiples) so it's not a far stretch to imagine Promethean vehicles for Halo 4.

Why would they introduce a whole new enemy class, which includes buildings, colours, potential factions and all that to drop short on vehicles? It doesn't add up to me and I think we'll see those vehicles show up soon or when we get the game.

 

[Tashi]

Says the kid who can only adapt to the bare basic playlist.

L O fucking L. Gimme a week with that and it's a wrap on any playlist.

 

[Steelyuhas]

Can someone please explain to me the origins of WolfHaloGAF? I'm in the mood for story time.

The mythos of WolfGAF is far more interesting than the real story, so the mystery must remain.

Says the kid who can only adapt to the bare basic playlist.

Tashi is not alpha wolf confirmed.

Shame, I thought he had potential.

 

[Seance]

Drew, pass the salt.

Spoiler

 

[xxjuicesxx]

Can someone please explain to me the origins of WolfHaloGAF? I'm in the mood for story time.

Youll have to ask the local HaloGAF historian NCSUDUncan.

 

[Spiders]

Just caught up to the thread.

Bulletin was a nice read. Promethean weapons look and sound awesome.

I'm glad to see Valhalla returning, it was easily my favorite Halo 3 map. Can't wait to see how it plays with the new CTF rules.

 

[Stinkles]

what I have is a particular set of skills which I will demonstrate on about four and a half hours.

 

[Computron]

I would pay a lot to see this movie.

I thought The Grey was pretty good, although the crowd in my theatre seemed to audibly disagree by the ending...

Spoiler

DAT post credit scene

.

I am wondering whether it's worth it to stay up and watch this live-steam...

 

[Hypertrooper]

It's Hypertrooper's birthday in German time!

Happy Birthday, Hyper! : )

Happy BDay Hyper

ich liebe dich schnitzel

Happy birthday, Hypertrooper!

It's his birthday today? hb, hyper.

Happy Birthday Hyper!

Happy birthday, Hyper.

Happy Birthday Hyper!

Also Happy Birthday Hypertrooper / Alles Gute und Herzlichen Glückwunsch.

Happy Birthday Hyper!


Happy Birthday Heckfu!

lol heckfu's birthday is tomorrow.

Happy birthday hyperfu!

Thank you, guys! <3

 

[Seance]

Boltshot might have to be my go-to sidearm, if only because of how hilariously cute it sounds when you shoot. Sounds like a bubble gun.

 

[Overdoziz]

Also, fuck kill cams after each death. Hoping I can disable it and spin the camera around dead bodies. For real, that's a huge change.

Options?

 

[indubitably]

Indubitably.

I really like the Forerunner sounds a lot more than the Covenant ones. Partly it's because the Covenant weapons don't sound much like their forebears, and partly because the Forerunner ones really do feel much less like treated real guns and more like something invented from nothing. Boltshot sounds slightly too wet, though, and repeaters just dont sound forerunnery at all. Wish there were more beam effects and sounds to go with previous Halos, and to further differentiate them.

EDIT: That pic of the rifle reminds me of my single biggest issue with the revamped Forerunner look. The less shiny, more matte finish to the metals starts feeling a bit too much like human default gunmetal grey. Most of the human weapons don't look that way, ironically, but the Forerunners using a "generic" finish that we have today feels off.

</bitchfest over>

This post got my attention

 

[SatansReverence]

Drew, pass the salt.

Spoiler

Pass the KH more like.

KH + Wake = new pants.

 

[broony]

I was 24 when Halo was released. My dad got it at the same time when he was 52. He has completed all of them on legendary. Both hyped for H4.

 

[senador]

+10 TRIPLE KILL.

WTF? Broony's post originally showed up 3 times for me. Guess I'll have to write something else.

I think I will like the no getting knocked out of scope thing. I paid attention when I played 3 and Reach recently and I think it will be a welcome change. Losing battles sucks just because you can't scope back in and get them in your sights.

I don't like hearing non-zoomed fire as "shooting from the hip". Sounds like CoD or BF3 where it literally is firing from the hip.

 

[SatansReverence]

I was 24 when Halo was released. My dad got it at the same time when he was 52. He has completed all of them on legendary. Both hyped for H4.

Amazed.

My Dad couldn't even kill the first 3 grunts on Legendary.

 

[Stinkles]

+10 TRIPLE KILL

senador is Sherlock Holmes btw. Carta.

 

[User 73932]

I was 24 when Halo was released. My dad got it at the same time when he was 52. He has completed all of them on legendary. Both hyped for H4.

I was just turning 11 and my Dad told me to go outside. I didn't listen.