Xbox One Unboxing Video – Day One Edition

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Today, via Major Nelson’s blog, Microsoft released the official unboxing video for the Xbox One Day One Edition. The Day One Edition is for those lucky people who pre-ordered the console immediately as many retailers had a very limited supply. The Day One Edition comes with some exclusive DLC and a unique Day One controller.

Major Nelson walks us through each item that will be included with all versions of the Xbox One, INCLUDING a headset! The headset was previously thought to be sold separately which would have left multiplayer lobbies filled with users talking via the Kinect and whatever extra room sounds it picked up. It’s nice that they included a cheap boom style mic to allow for a more personal chat experience online.

It seems that the Xbox One may be in it’s manufacturing phase so now would be the proper time to get EXCITED!

– Chief

Xbox One Accessories: Wireless Controller, Play & Charge Kit, & Chat Headset

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Xbox has released a brief look at some of the accessories for the Xbox One. The wireless controller, the play & charge kit, and the improved chat headset. Personally, I will definitely be purchasing the play & charge kit. As for the headset, I’ll wait for an adapter to allow for Xbox 360 gaming headsets to work with the newly designed USB port on the Xbox One controller.

Experience the action like never before with the Xbox One Wireless Controller. New Impulse Triggers deliver fingertip vibration feedback, so you can feel every jolt and crash in high definition.Redesigned thumbsticks and an all new D-pad provide greater precision. And the entire controller fits more comfortably in your hands. With over 40 innovations, it’s simply the best controller Xbox has ever made.

Keep the action going with the Xbox One Play & Charge Kit. Recharge while you play or afterwards, even when your Xbox is in standby. The long-lasting rechargeable battery fully charges in under 4 hours. Say goodbye to disposable batteries and having to swap them out in the middle of a game.

Keep your in-game communications crisp with the Xbox One Chat Headset. Hear friends and foes in crystal-clear digital audio. The Chat Headset is designed for comfort during long gaming sessions. Plus, you can adjust the mute and volume settings without taking your hands off the controller.

– Chief

Does Sprint Belong in Halo?

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Hi there, back again with another thought provoking commentary discussing the sprint game mechanic in Halo 4.

The community is quite divided on the issue; with many calling for the complete removal of sprint. For those who don’t know sprint did not exist in Halo CE, Halo 2, and Halo 3. It was first introduced in Halo Reach as an armor ability, so you had to make a choice to select sprint and opt out of other armor abilities. Sprint then changed from an armor ability to a core gameplay mechanic in Halo 4, granting everyone the ability to sprint. A core ability that as of right now, cannot be turned off, even in custom games which has the competitive community upset.

Halo: Reach Loadouts featuring set weapons and armor abilities

This was a pretty big change. People caught between wanting the “original Halo experience” and wanting to see the IP continue to evolve.

Where do you stand? I’ve offered my thoughts and opinions in this video. Some people want it completely removed, others would like it returned as an armor ability like Halo Reach, some like sprint the way it is in Halo 4, and others would like changes but keep it as a core gameplay mechanic.

This is a unique time for the Halo community, so many people are so passionate in regards to the sprint issue – which baffles me that this feature/change is stirring up more commotion than the addition/removal of duel wielding (existed Halo 2 to Halo 3), or equipment (Halo 3), or the addition of armor abilities and loadouts (Halo: Reach). Reminder, Bungie did create Halo CE, Halo 2, Halo 3, and Halo Reach whilst Halo 4 is 343 Industries “first” Halo title; granted that many 343 employees were part of Bungie so it would appear that Bungie was already on a similar path in evolving their IP and we could very well have seen Halo 4 exactly as it is right now if Bungie continued with the series.

– Chief

 

Free 10,000 XP for Halo 4 (Spartan Assault Recruit Waypoint Code)

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Hi there, back again with another Halo 4 Waypoint Code, this time this code gives you 10,000 XP for Halo 4. The only requirement is that you MUST have the Recruit achievement on Halo: Spartan Assault.

So go ahead and enter this code into the Classified section on Waypoint or via Halo Waypoint on the Xbox.

Enjoy!

– Chief

Halo Spartan Assault Launches today!

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Confirmed from San Diego Comic Con by 343 Industries during their Halo panel, Halo Spartan Assault will launch today (July 18th) at 4pm PST.

Available only for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, “Halo: Spartan Assault” is a new top-down action shooter that brings a “Halo” video game to touch-based devices for the first time in franchise history. Developed by 343 Industries in conjunction with Vanguard Games, “Halo: Spartan Assault” provides an accessible, pick-up-and-play experience for fans and newcomers alike.

However, a report on Polygon says that Halo: Spartan Assault will be exclusive to the Verizon Wireless service in the US until August 16th. 1GB of RAM is necessary to run the game on Windows Phone 8, while another version is due to release later this year that will support 512MB Windows Phone 8 devices.

Halo Spartan Assault features:

  • Original “Halo” gameplay. An action-packed, single-player campaign spanning 25 missions in battles never before experienced in the Halo Universe, all played from a top-down camera view
  • New and immersive storyline. An original story set between the events of “Halo 3” and “Halo 4,” experience a new war with the Covenant, the first missions of the Spartan Ops program and the rise of Commander Sarah Palmer, all with best-in-class graphics and audio
  • Built for simplicity. A unique fusion of touch and console-like controls for easy pick-up-and-play gaming, with the added flexibility of keyboard and mouse controls on Windows 8 PCs and tablets
  • Integration with “Halo 4.” Earn experience points (XP), all-new Achievements, and unlock emblems for your “Halo 4” Spartan career, with additional integration features available after launch
  • Nonstop competitive fun. Compete against friends in Leaderboards or hone your skills against an onslaught of Weekly Challenges while collecting more than 40 in-game Achievements and Medals
  • In-app purchases. Grind to earn upgrades or speed up your training by purchasing credits for boosts, unique weapons or armor abilities
  • Only on Windows. Available only on Windows 8 PCs and tablets and Windows Phone 8 devices.

I’ll keep updating as the news rolls out.

– Chief

Halo 4 Bullseye Pack Achievements Revealed (Champions Bundle DLC)

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10 new achievements to Halo 4 courtesy of the Bullseye Map Pack worth 250 gamerscore. The Champions Bundle and all 3 DLC packs will be available on August 20th. List of Achievements below:

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Protect this House – 30G
“In matchmaking, assassinate the ball carrier within five meters of your own goal in Ricochet.”

Hat Trick – 33G
“In matchmaking, score three times in one round of Ricochet.”

From Downtown – 25G
“In matchmaking, score by throwing the ball from 30 meters in Ricochet.”

Repeat Survivor – 25G
“In matchmaking, survive three vehicle explosions in a row with the Survivor package.”

Can’t Catch Me – 20G
“In matchmaking, score a goal in Ricochet while taking damage with the Resistor active.”

Just a Scratch – 20G
“In matchmaking, recover full shields from low health with both Resistor and Recharge active.”

Pitchin’ a Tent – 40G
“In matchmaking, effectively camp one location without dying for a full 60 seconds.”

One Man Army – 27G
“In matchmaking, get 4 consecutive kills with the Rocket Launcher without dying.”

Shocking – 10G
“In Bullseye DLC Matchmaking, activate both electrical surge systems during a match on Vertigo.”

Got It! – 20G
“In Bullseye DLC Matchmaking, acquire the Rocket Launcher at the start of a match on Pitfall

 

– Chief

Halo 4 News – 3 New Armor Mods: Resistor, Survivor, & Recharge! Champions Bundle Bonus Content!

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Halo 4 Champions Bundle Bonus Content revealed (click here for the story) which includes 5 new weapon skins, 8 new player card stances, 5 new armor skins. Also a look at 3 brand new armor mods Resistor, Survivor, and Recharge, that will all be eventually free.

– Chief

Geronimo!

Champions Bundle, Armor Mods, Legendary Slayer! The Halo Bulletin: 7.10.13

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Lots of details in this weeks Halo Bulletin. Too much to cover from RTX, Halo 4 Global Championship, Halo 4 Champions Bundle, new Halo 4 Armor Mods, and Halo4 Legendary Slayer Playlist along with a matchmaking update for the Global Championship.

Here are the highlights. Click here to read all of it!

The Champions Bundle

The Champions Bundle contains three DLC packs, as well as bonus content, including:

  • Bullseye Pack (Includes Ricochet, a new game type)
    • New Map – Vertigo:

Vertigo is an asymmetrical map that provides a wide variety of indoor and outdoor combat. The map lends itself best to Slayer and Extraction game types and is best played with anywhere from 8 to 10 players. Vertigo also touts the return of a dynamic, interactive element in a Halo multiplayer map: Each base has a trigger point that depletes the shields of all players in range when shot. The map also contains a series of caves on each side as well as three levels of verticality, providing players with several different routes for attacking each base.

    • Pitfall – Halo 3 The Pit Remake
  • Steel Skin Pack
    • Gold steam-punk like weapon skin for loadout weapons
  • Infinity Armor Pack
    • MARK V Armor, ODST Armor, and forerunner Prefect Armor
  • Bonus content, including new stances, armor and weapon skins, and a new armor mod
    • 5 new weapon skins
    • 8 new stances for your Player Card
    • Five new armor skins: Tracer, Column, Python, Bayonet, and Solid
    • Resistor Tactical Package:

      The Champions Bundle will include a sneak peek to the Resistor armor mod, which allows players to retain full mobility despite taking fire for a few moments. The armor mod will eventually be made available to all players in Halo 4 Matchmaking free of charge.

Halo 4 Armor Mod Update

In addition to the Halo 4 Champions Bundle bonus content, we’ll be releasing two additional armor mods free of charge for the community to enjoy. We’re currently planning on releasing these one day before the Champions Bundle releases on August 20, and you’ll immediately be able to incorporate these new mods into your loadout and experiment with them.

• Survivor ejects you out of a vehicle if it’s about to explode.
• Recharge decreases the time it takes for your shields to recharge.

Legendary Slayer

At PAX East, we announced that we were working on a new playlist named Legendary Slayer. After much iteration, discussion and playtesting, we’re excited to announce that it is (almost!) here and (almost!) ready for your enjoyment. Legendary Slayer is a variant that focuses on basic gameplay with only one loadout, on-map weapons and motion tracker enabled. Here are the key settings:

  • 4 vs. 4 Slayer
  • Default starting weapon (Assault Rifle)
  • No Armor Abilities
  • Motion Tracker enabled
  • All weapons and grenades located on map (no initial, random or personal ordnance)

The singular loadout is:

  • Starting weapon: Assault Rifle
  • Secondary weapon: None
  • Armor Ability: None
  • Grenades: Frag x2
  • Support upgrade: Explosives
  • Tactical package: Resupply

We’re excited to deliver a brand-new experience to Halo 4 Matchmaking that will focus on even starting weapons and map control, with players fighting to gain control of all rifles, power weapons and each map’s power positions. The Legendary Slayer playlist launches Monday, July 15, on the following maps, which have been custom-created specifically for this playlist:

  • Haven
  • Solace
  • Adrift
  • Abandon
  • Landfall
  • Monolith
  • Skyline
  • Shutout

– Chief Landless

Geronimo!

Halo 4 News – Champions Bundle Details, Pitfall & Vertigo, Ricochet, Armor Mods & More!

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Halo 4’s fourth DLC installment the Champions Bundle. Which contains 3 DLC packs and bonus content. It will be released August 20th for 800 MSP. You can however buy the DLC packs (Bullseye Map Pack – 480 MSP, Infinity Armor Pack – 240 MSP, Steel Skin Pack – 240 MSP) separately.

Here I break down the details of the Champions Bundle and the individual DLC packs to help you understand what you will receive!

Written details can be found here as well

UPDATE: The 3 Armor Mods have been confirmed and Bonus Content from the Champions Bundle Revealed!

Sources for the 2 confirmed and 1 rumored armor mods:

Survivor & Recharge Armor Mods (at 9mins 30seconds in)

https://soundcloud.com/xbox/mnr-483-details-about-the-halo

Resistor Armor Mod
http://worthplaying.com/article/2013/7/6/news/89850/

– Chief Landless

Destiny News – Fists of Havoc, Gambling, Bosses, & Colony Ships!

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Bungie’s latest Destiny video reveals new info including bosses, gambling, trading, colony ships and a guardian ability called ‘Fist of Havoc’!

Link to the full Bungie video here

– Chief Landless

Geronimo!