Author: halo@bungie.org

Six Okay, former Waypoint Community Lead, has a nicely annotated analysis of the ‘Birth of a Spartan’ ad (both versions are covered) – it’s a really interesting read! I definitely learned stuff I missed while watching. Thanks, Dani.(Louis Wu 17:12:22 UTC)

Anoj continues his ‘Bungie Explains’ video series – with a look at Invasion, Fireteams, and Game Editions (basically, stuff covered in the April 23 Weekly Update). Thanks to urk and Bungie’s Comm Chatter for the heads-up.(Louis Wu 16:37:23 UTC)

The HDRoom has 10 Beta codes to give out – if you live in the US or Canada. You can enter once per day; they’re picking winners tomorrow night.(Louis Wu 16:15:35 UTC)

Remember Zach Wigal, the guy who went and started an entire charity organization when his school wouldn’t let him hold a Halo tournament there? The group he founded – Gamers Outreach Foundation – is back with another Gamers for Giving event on May 1, in Ann Arbor – with money raised to go to Mott…

Just noticed that Technologizer is giving away 7 codes – go post on their blog!(Louis Wu 13:05:34 UTC)

If you’re looking for an incentive to preorder Reach, check out Best Buy – they’re offering Reward Zone points (their in-store rebate system), along with LIVE subscriptions – 1 month for Standard edition, 3 months for Limited or Legendary. Not a HUGE deal, but hey! Bonuses are bonuses! Thanks, Genesis Knight. Update: apparently rolandk73 pointed…

Chronicles of ODS Steve #68 is up at Hawty McBloggy’s – it suggests an alternate use for fancy Elite armor.(Louis Wu 12:52:08 UTC)

Chronicles of ODS Steve #68 is up at Hawty McBloggy’s – it suggests an alternate use for fancy Elite armor.(Louis Wu 12:52:08 UTC)

Eep – Eric let us know about a code giveaway at Planet Xbox 360 – but hurry, it ends tonight. (Louis Wu 12:33:10 UTC)

The downloadable, hi-res version of Birth of a Spartan (the one-minute version) is now available on both Bungie.net and Halo Waypoint. Go grab a copy! If you want to watch the extended (2.5 minute) version, you’re going to have to log into Xbox LIVE. (And you’re going to have to have a Gold account, at…

Wanna know how the Reach dev team gets through crunch? Check out the Developer Blog. (Louis Wu 12:09:56 UTC)

Wanna know how the Reach dev team gets through crunch? Check out the Developer Blog. (Louis Wu 12:09:56 UTC)

Reclaimer #249 is live – looks like Reclaimer might be in a bit of trouble. Thanks, TTL Demag0gue.(Louis Wu 12:09:35 UTC)

IGN has put together a montage of Halo: Reach assassinations – nice to see a couple of ’em interrupted! Thanks, Avateur. (Louis Wu 12:08:23 UTC)

swede33 stopped by with ANOTHER pair of F&F contests – see what’s cooking! (Louis Wu 01:05:03 UTC)

Halo Waypoint has posted another full game vid – this one showing off Headhunter on Swordbase. MAN, this game looks fun!(Louis Wu 00:59:56 UTC)

You’ll be able to download it tomorrow – but if you missed the ‘Birth of a Spartan’ ad on TV tonight, and simply can’t wait another day, NeoGAF’s Killer pointed out a very nice quality version on YouTube.(Louis Wu 00:59:37 UTC)

A blogger at MTV Multiplayer will be streaming his Beta gameplay starting Thursday, at 4pm EST. If you don’t have a Friends and Family invite, go watch! Thanks, Dani.(Louis Wu 00:59:22 UTC)

AsiansOnFire decided to try and recreate Noble Team (and ODST characters) in Halo 3. Go see how successful he was!(Louis Wu 00:59:02 UTC)

Avateur noticed a poster about why we play games at Kotaku – Halo plays a role!(Louis Wu 00:58:47 UTC)