Halo 4 is out, and it is awesome
Friday, August 31, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Halo Bulletin 8.29.12 Controller Layouts
In the newest Halo Bulletin bs angel give us the Controller Layouts and some details about PAX PRIME so go and give it a look.
Full Article Here
While we’re going to be releasing a decent amount of news at PAX, we didn’t want to leave you hanging this week. So, to satisfy that craving for Halo 4-related information, today we offer you the various button layouts that will soon be at your fingertips.
Considering the importance of players getting attached to particular layouts (such as Bumper Jumper and Recon), we’ve been very careful with the control scheme design process. Adding something like Sprint, which is equally as important as other actions, has been challenging because it’s competing with the stick-click input typically used for crouching and zooming.
We’ve tried to stay true to the classic presets you’ve become accustomed to throughout the years. For instance, an important part of Bumper Jumper is being able to jump and melee at the same time while moving and aiming, so we’ve left that intact. We initially experimented with a button swap and brought in some MLG players to test it. After observing the difficulty they had with a modified version of clawing, we had to think about what’s more important, using an Armor Ability or throwing a grenade? Ultimately we decided to leave Bumper Jumper with "Throw Grenade" on the left trigger and "Use Armor Ability" on the “X” button.
Between bringing back all the Reach button layouts and adding a new one (which is called Fishstick and will be beneficial to those coming from other FPS games), we’re confident you’ll be able to jump right in and be comfortable with the controls. In the whole scheme of things (see what I did there?), the button layout you use will depend on your play style and favorite game modes.
Full Article Here
Halo 4 Button Layouts
While we’re going to be releasing a decent amount of news at PAX, we didn’t want to leave you hanging this week. So, to satisfy that craving for Halo 4-related information, today we offer you the various button layouts that will soon be at your fingertips.
Considering the importance of players getting attached to particular layouts (such as Bumper Jumper and Recon), we’ve been very careful with the control scheme design process. Adding something like Sprint, which is equally as important as other actions, has been challenging because it’s competing with the stick-click input typically used for crouching and zooming.
We’ve tried to stay true to the classic presets you’ve become accustomed to throughout the years. For instance, an important part of Bumper Jumper is being able to jump and melee at the same time while moving and aiming, so we’ve left that intact. We initially experimented with a button swap and brought in some MLG players to test it. After observing the difficulty they had with a modified version of clawing, we had to think about what’s more important, using an Armor Ability or throwing a grenade? Ultimately we decided to leave Bumper Jumper with "Throw Grenade" on the left trigger and "Use Armor Ability" on the “X” button.
Between bringing back all the Reach button layouts and adding a new one (which is called Fishstick and will be beneficial to those coming from other FPS games), we’re confident you’ll be able to jump right in and be comfortable with the controls. In the whole scheme of things (see what I did there?), the button layout you use will depend on your play style and favorite game modes.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Halo Limited Edition Personal Gaming Environment
The Digital Noob posted an article (full article here) about the Limited Edition Halo Exclusive Vanguard PGE (Personal Gaming Environment) made by GAEMS in collaboration with 343i.
Thanks to the Digital Noob for posting this and to Halo 4 Nation for bringing this to my attention.
View the full article for more info. Full Article
Here are the specs from the article
Only available for preorder on Amazon, the PGE has the following features:
- Integrated 19″ HD LED display with HDMI connection which lets you catch every detail of your favorite games and movies
- Integrated stereo speakers and dual 3.5 mm headphone jacks allow you to blast the sound or keep it to yourself
- Rugged case protects all your gaming gear from minor impacts
- Storage bags hold your controllers, power supplies, and other accessories
- Dual-straps and fitted foam base secure your console firmly in place while allowing for proper ventilation
- Unique UNSC logos and branding on both the exterior and interior of the case
- UNSC branded shoulder strap.
- Removable center badge on the case exterior for future customization
- Remote control with UNSC logo’s and styling
- Interior case LED lighting
- Exclusive Halo 4 sticker sheet featuring Halo4, UNSC, and UNSC Infinity logos
- Amazon Frustration Free Packaging
Thanks to the Digital Noob for posting this and to Halo 4 Nation for bringing this to my attention.
View the full article for more info. Full Article
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Halo Bulletin 8.22.12 Halo 4 OST & Achievements
This weeks Bulletin is all about the Halo 4 OST(Original Sound Track), its Remixes, and the 49 Achievements for Halo 4. View the full Bulletin on Halo Waypoint.
Halo 4 Original Soundtrack and Special Edition Remix Album Coming Oct.22
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Podtacular
Podtacular has recored some new podcast that talk about the new released Specializations and hands-on multiplayer experiences.
Halo 4 LE Console DLC
Best Buy from Canada posted some pics on Twitter about the downloadable content that you get when you buy the Limited Edition Halo 4 Console.
FOTUS Armor
Thursday, August 16, 2012
The Halo Bulletin 8.15.12 Specializations
The Halo Bulletin for the 15th went up yesterday and talks a lot about Halo Specializations.
The UNSC Infinity, the largest starship in the UNSC fleet, is your gateway to the Infinity Multiplayer experience in Halo 4 and serves as the center of your Spartan career. Here you will build your custom Spartan-IV super-soldier, and progress your multiplayer career across both Spartan Ops and the multitude of competitive War Games modes.
Halo 4 has fifty levels. Once you have advanced through the standard fifty levels, you will get the option to enlist in a Specialization. You can choose the order in which you tackle unlocked Specializations. However once you select one, you must advance through it completely before enlisting in a separate Specialization.
You can view the full Bulletin here.
Halo 4 Specializations
The UNSC Infinity, the largest starship in the UNSC fleet, is your gateway to the Infinity Multiplayer experience in Halo 4 and serves as the center of your Spartan career. Here you will build your custom Spartan-IV super-soldier, and progress your multiplayer career across both Spartan Ops and the multitude of competitive War Games modes.
Halo 4 has fifty levels. Once you have advanced through the standard fifty levels, you will get the option to enlist in a Specialization. You can choose the order in which you tackle unlocked Specializations. However once you select one, you must advance through it completely before enlisting in a separate Specialization.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
New Info on the Halo 4 LE
Microsoft has released some new information on the Halo 4 Limited Edition of Halo 4.
“Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn” Special Edition – An extended 90-minute version of the live-action digital series that will bring the “Halo” universe to life as you’ve never seen it, providing an enthralling backstory leading up to the events of “Halo 4.”
*NEW* Exclusive digital content through Xbox LIVE:
- Spartan-IV “Recruit” In-Game Armour
- Spartan-IV “Prime” In-Game Armour Skin
- Assault Rifle “Prime” In-Game Weapon Skin
- “Prime” In-Game Emblem
- Xbox LIVE Avatar “Recruit” Armour
- Cryo-Tube Xbox LIVE Avatar Prop
“Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn” Special Edition – An extended 90-minute version of the live-action digital series that will bring the “Halo” universe to life as you’ve never seen it, providing an enthralling backstory leading up to the events of “Halo 4.”
Halo 4 Specializations
The Halo 4 Official Site got a new section on Specializations and man do they look epic!
Here is the Overview
During their Spartan careers, players are offered Specializations through a variety of channels, allowing them to enlist in specific rank paths that come with armor sets, armor mods, emblems, and a variety of other components. Once a player has advanced through the standard fifty (50) rank levels allotted to Spartans, they will have access to a selection of Specializations. These paths are composed of ten rank levels each, which the player, once opting for the Specialization, must complete in order to improve their rank and before being allowed to enlist in a separate Specialization.
Each Specialization unlocks the following items as you progress across its 10 levels:
• Armor Mod
• Armor Set – Helmet, Chest, Left Shoulder, Right Shoulder
• Armor Set Skin – Texture skin for Helmet, Chest, Left Shoulder, Right Shoulder
• Weapon Skin – Texture skin of one of the loadout weapons
• 4 Foreground Emblems
• 1 Background Emblem
• 1 Visor Color
Here is the Overview
During their Spartan careers, players are offered Specializations through a variety of channels, allowing them to enlist in specific rank paths that come with armor sets, armor mods, emblems, and a variety of other components. Once a player has advanced through the standard fifty (50) rank levels allotted to Spartans, they will have access to a selection of Specializations. These paths are composed of ten rank levels each, which the player, once opting for the Specialization, must complete in order to improve their rank and before being allowed to enlist in a separate Specialization.
Each Specialization unlocks the following items as you progress across its 10 levels:
• Armor Mod
• Armor Set – Helmet, Chest, Left Shoulder, Right Shoulder
• Armor Set Skin – Texture skin for Helmet, Chest, Left Shoulder, Right Shoulder
• Weapon Skin – Texture skin of one of the loadout weapons
• 4 Foreground Emblems
• 1 Background Emblem
• 1 Visor Color
If you are getting the LE of Halo 4 you will get all of the Specializations when you reach level 50, if you have the regular edition you will only have access to the Wetwork and Pioneer in the beginning but you will eventually be able to access all of the Specialization paths.
I highly suggest going to The Little English Halo Blog where Flawless Cowboy has posted a break down of all of this.
Friday, August 10, 2012
Halo Bulletin 8.8.12 Halo 4 UNSC Weaponry
The Halo Bulletin for 8.8.12 talks all about Halo 4's weaponry and also introduces a new weapon the Saw. Here is the part about the Weaponry, read the full bulletin here.
Much like past Halo games, the UNSC weapons in Halo 4 are meant to be grounded in modern day tech. They tend to be purpose built with function superseding aesthetics. There are a couple reasons for this – one reason is to make the player feel like an underdog in comparison to the highly futuristic and sophisticated weaponry used by the Covenant and Forerunner enemies. The other purpose is that it provides a good starting point for new players because they already have some familiarity and understanding of the core weapon roles, making them easily relatable.
Despite the majority of them being similar to modern day military weapons, they do have several specialized power weapons that help convey mankind’s progress when it comes to future tech. These include weapons like the Railgun, Spartan Laser, and Sticky Detonator.
Before you learn more about the UNSC weapons available in Halo 4, we thought you’d like to see them in action. So, check out the following video, and then continue reading to find out the specifics about what you’ll soon have at your disposal. (By the way, the music in this video is not from the original soundtrack. We’ll tell you more about where it is from
Halo 4’s UNSC Weapons
Much like past Halo games, the UNSC weapons in Halo 4 are meant to be grounded in modern day tech. They tend to be purpose built with function superseding aesthetics. There are a couple reasons for this – one reason is to make the player feel like an underdog in comparison to the highly futuristic and sophisticated weaponry used by the Covenant and Forerunner enemies. The other purpose is that it provides a good starting point for new players because they already have some familiarity and understanding of the core weapon roles, making them easily relatable.
Despite the majority of them being similar to modern day military weapons, they do have several specialized power weapons that help convey mankind’s progress when it comes to future tech. These include weapons like the Railgun, Spartan Laser, and Sticky Detonator.
Before you learn more about the UNSC weapons available in Halo 4, we thought you’d like to see them in action. So, check out the following video, and then continue reading to find out the specifics about what you’ll soon have at your disposal. (By the way, the music in this video is not from the original soundtrack. We’ll tell you more about where it is from
on a later date.)
Awakening The Art of Halo 4 Cover
Awakening the art of Halo 4 will be released on November 6, 2012 along with Halo 4.
You can pre order it on for approximately $30 Amazon
You can pre order it on for approximately $30 Amazon
Halo 4 Limited Editions;LE Game,LE Console, and LE Controller
There is going to be a lot of Limited Edition stuff for Halo 4 here they are.
Halo 4 LE (Game)
Halo 4 LE (Game)
Monday, August 6, 2012
Im Back!!!
Sorry for my sudden disappearance i'm sure you all just thought I was in cryosleep or something, sadly no what happened was I had to bring my laptop to my school for an update date it but with all the other students it took over a week and then something happened to it and it all just turned into a big dilemma but anyways now I have my laptop back which means I will start posting regularly again. I will try to post some of the stuff I missed but I might not get all of it but I will try.
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