Post by: SmellySocks on May 12, 2003, 04:52:27 PM
Any opinions?
Post by: Grey Ninja on May 12, 2003, 05:01:05 PM
It's just like I said... what reason is there to get an Xbox? I know that on any other board, I would be beat down as a fanboy for saying that, but I just really don't see the slightest reason to buy one, as none of the exclusive games are of any worth IMO.
Post by: PIAC on May 12, 2003, 05:49:04 PM
Post by: Gamefreak on May 12, 2003, 06:03:22 PM
Anyway, I'll finally get to own Halo...even if it is 2 years late. At least I'll be able to play it in 1280x1024 with my kickin' Geforce4 Ti4400...
Post by: Uncle Rich AiAi on May 12, 2003, 09:13:15 PM
When Bungie sold their soul to MS, I've vowed never to buy Halo for the PC. Or play it for that matter.
Post by: KDR_11k on May 12, 2003, 09:28:06 PM
Post by: Grey Ninja on May 13, 2003, 10:43:09 AM
Post by: manunited4eva22 on May 13, 2003, 11:01:14 AM
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Originally posted by: KDR_11k
Even early previews of Halo, when it was still XB and PC, said the XB version is a bit dumbed down for action fans, the PC version emphasizes strategy a lot more.
Woah, good to know this will be a lot harder.
Post by: KatDaddy on May 13, 2003, 11:38:24 AM
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Originally posted by: Grey Ninja
It's just like I said... what reason is there to get an Xbox?
Many reasons, one being that I played and beat Halo almost a year and a half ago....waiting would have sucked.
Also, have you seen the 8-minute video for in-game Halo 2? Awesome........
And as for "dumbed down"??? Try Halo in "heroic" or "legendary" and you will quickly drop the "dumbed down" comments.
Post by: Dolphin64X on May 13, 2003, 11:43:18 AM
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Even early previews of Halo, when it was still XB and PC, said the XB version is a bit dumbed down for action fans, the PC version emphasizes strategy a lot more.
Read what KDR_11k said, KatDaddy, before opening your mouth. It doesn't say "easier," it says simpler. There's a difference.
Post by: Koopa Troopa on May 13, 2003, 05:19:10 PM
])Post by: Gamefreak on May 14, 2003, 12:37:53 AM
Plus, there is a rocket warthog and you can use the Banshee fighter in multiplayer. And there are a bunch of new maps. And mouse and keyboard control! Weee...
Post by: manunited4eva22 on May 14, 2003, 03:59:06 AM
Post by: KatDaddy on May 14, 2003, 07:20:51 AM
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Originally posted by: Dolphin64XQuote
Even early previews of Halo, when it was still XB and PC, said the XB version is a bit dumbed down for action fans, the PC version emphasizes strategy a lot more.
Read what KDR_11k said, KatDaddy, before opening your mouth. It doesn't say "easier," it says simpler. There's a difference.
Hmmm....that's funny. I made a direct quote from the above forum poster, and even the response after says "Woah, good to know this will be a lot harder".
Before correcting me, get your stuff straight. I don't see "easier" or "simpler" anywhere in either quote. Or mine either.....
LOL....next, please.
Post by: KDR_11k on May 14, 2003, 07:45:48 AM
Post by: KatDaddy on May 14, 2003, 08:18:18 AM
If it's "alot better" so to speak, I'd might look into getting it for the PC, too. But there's nothing like kicking some butt in Halo on a 55" HDTV with digital surround sound from the comfy leather recliner, if you know what I mean....
What is their projected release date for Halo/PC?
Post by: Ymeegod on May 14, 2003, 04:12:26 PM
Halo PC single player will be the SAME as the Xbox version.
Gearbox is adding a few maps & modes for the online version.
I'm a bit worried about the netcode--which is key IMO.
Post by: AERO on May 14, 2003, 06:13:13 PM
What the shame is that now that someone through out some un-informed comment that halo is easy on xbox, is now going to stick in the heads of gc fans. Even though several more xbox fans shot it down. They will take it with them, and bring it up later. It happens everywhere.
Post by: WesDawg on May 15, 2003, 08:34:42 AM
Post by: AERO on May 15, 2003, 10:02:22 AM
One person: DOA 3 looks good.
2nd person: Oh I played it and its just a button masher.
3rd person: gives reasons why thats wrong
4th person: backs up 3rd person
5th person: Elaborates why person 2 was wronge.
6th person lurking in the background reads.
Next day....
new person: I'm interesting in trying DOA3 etc. etc. etc.
6th person from before: Oh I heard thats just a button masher.
Point being. They will wait until they here what they want to here, and then spread that around.
Post by: manunited4eva22 on May 15, 2003, 12:15:49 PM
And as for Halo 'being hard' I have already commented on that. You know, there are some of us who still are very hardcore about FPS, so before you open your mouth about how my head is up my butt, look around.
Post by: KDR_11k on May 15, 2003, 10:18:28 PM
Post by: AERO on May 16, 2003, 04:16:46 AM
Post by: Dirk Temporo on May 17, 2003, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: Munky on May 17, 2003, 08:36:15 PM
Post by: Ymeegod on May 18, 2003, 08:40:15 AM
MS's is kinda forced to release the PC version since it was part of the contract when it acquired Bungie, which stated Halo was going to the PC & MAC.
Halo 2 doesn't have such a contract so will MS still port the game? Not likely.
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Also, what's really a key for online gaming nowadays is the developers tool kit? Does anyone know for a fact that the PC version will be getting the tool kit or not?
Post by: Gamefreak on May 18, 2003, 08:31:00 PM
As for Halo 2, I'm sure MS will let Gearbox do the port again, and I'm sure Gearbox will be more than happy too. Of course, if Bungie isn't busy they could do it themselves.
Post by: KDR_11k on May 19, 2003, 04:21:48 AM
Post by: Ymeegod on May 19, 2003, 07:59:24 AM
Sounds like them are being forced otherwise it would be a breach of contract--something MS doesn't need more of.
That was a quote from bungie who had strong times with mac for the longest of times.
Post by: oohhboy on May 19, 2003, 08:51:21 AM
