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Gamasutra Sees Red
Quirel pointed out an article at Gamasutra – it looks at the concept of regenerating health in videogames, and why it can be a problem. Halo examples play a pretty big role. Really interesting read!(Louis Wu 19:50:57 UTC)
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Weekend Webcomic: Halo 1-3, by Maria Masuimi
Weekends and webcomics go hand in hand, and there’s no better day to celebrate that relaxing ritual than on Sunday. Today’s
Halo-themed Weekend Webcomic is brought to you by Maria Masuimi. Enjoy this whacky story involving the Master Chief, 343 Industries, a nasty curse, and some hamster zombies, and if you have a comic you’d like to submit for possible future inclusion, send it to bsangel[at]halowaypoint.com!
by: Maria Masuimi
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Too Drunk To Tube – a bungie.org contest
We got some goodies for giveaway at PAX. Unfortunately, I packed them up for shipping before I had a chance to take pictures, or even a solid inventory. (A handle of Captain Morgan’s might or might not have had something to do with the thought process involved.) If you’re the kind of person who likes to receive stiff tubes filled with unknown goodies… swing by our Too Drunk to Tube page and sign up. We’ll pick two lucky winners on Monday, and send you what’s coming to you!(Louis Wu 19:52:17 UTC)
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Halo 4 Gameplay Preview from Inside Gaming Extended
Inside Gaming’s Adam Kovic and APL Fisher released a video of E3 gameplay (it had been hiding in their archives, unreleased) – the commentary is new, but the gameplay (and engine build) is from June. Worth a watch! Thanks, CyReN.(Louis Wu 18:55:25 UTC)
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Tanned Signatures – Brilliant!
DeeJ, the man with a moral core that’s too big for its own good, has posted another Mail Sack on Bungie.net. Philosophy, silly memes, and a new puzzle will all vie for your attention – go read!(Louis Wu 17:55:11 UTC)
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Dumb title, worthwhile concept
Normally, I don’t like posting links to articles with titles like “Top 5 Reasons Why HALO 4 Could Be Awesome Or Could Disappoint” – they’re usually written for pageviews alone, and are a waste of your time and mine. But I sort of enjoyed this one – it looked at five aspects of the Halo series that either have a lot to live up to, or a lot to answer for. Can 343 pick the right road? We’ll all know in a couple of months!(Louis Wu 17:54:29 UTC)
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A Cruel View of CTF, Regicide, and Spartan Ops
Nevin ‘CruelLEGACEY’ Douglas sent word of two new videos for your aural and visual enjoyment – GrimBrother One (wearing his Waypoint Community Modcast hat, not his HBO beret) interviewed Kevin Grace about Halo 4’s CTF and Regicide modes… and CruelLEGACEY put together a video featuring his (and his friends’) Spartan Ops playthrough at the show. Go watch!(Louis Wu 17:53:33 UTC)
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Simulated Halo 4 CTF Playdate Recap
pete_the_duck wrote up his thoughts (and included a couple of videos) recapping his experience of a Reach playdate in which they tried to simulate Halo 4’s CTF settings. Good stuff!(Louis Wu 17:52:40 UTC)
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Anoj Top 10 Ep 54: Epic Fails
Somehow missed this yesterday – but Jordan Bell reminded us that Anoj had released a new Top 10, this time focusing on Epic Fails. Definitely some fun ones! (Louis Wu 17:51:46 UTC)
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Real Flying Marathon Frisbee
Mid7night spent some time modeling and planning so that he could have Shapeways create him a Marathon Logo frisbee… with its offcenter hole intact! Check his post for pictures, a video, and a link to buy your own, if you want one! (It ain’t cheap… but it’s oh so cool!)(Louis Wu 17:51:02 UTC)
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Fails of the Weak 103
Urban Reflex snagged the announcement kudos for the latest episode of Fails of the Weak – you can watch it at AchievementHunter.com or on YouTube. They’re not all fails, but it’s a pretty good collection of clips, no matter what they are!(Louis Wu 17:49:38 UTC)
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Fails of the Weak 103
Urban Reflex snagged the announcement kudos for the latest episode of Fails of the Weak – you can watch it at AchievementHunter.com or on YouTube. They’re not all fails, but it’s a pretty good collection of clips, no matter what they are!(Louis Wu 17:49:38 UTC)
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Halo 4 wallpaper
smiichy stopped in with another Halo 4 wallpaper – this one’s a bit busier, but if you like color, it’s got you covered! (Louis Wu 17:47:52 UTC)
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Halo 4 Examined: Promethean Vision Changes
Bravo put together a great vid showing off the changes to the Promethean Vision ability between the E3 and PAX builds of Halo 4. For folks who were worried that it was too powerful… worry no longer. Thanks, Heckfu. (Louis Wu 17:47:02 UTC)
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Halo 4 Examined: Promethean Vision Changes
Bravo put together a great vid showing off the changes to the Promethean Vision ability between the E3 and PAX builds of Halo 4. For folks who were worried that it was too powerful… worry no longer. Thanks, Heckfu. (Louis Wu 17:47:02 UTC)
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Multiplayer Gameplay from PAX, via GT
Gametrailers have gotten into the offscreen-Exile-footage-from-PAX game – pretty nice camera placement! (I feel a little sorry for whoever was actually playing; I’m guessing there was equipment in the way.) Thanks, DancingJesus. (Louis Wu 17:45:10 UTC)
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Waypoint Weekly Wrap-Up – 9.8.12
You’re a busy person, and we have a thing for releasing as much Halo-related content our multi-fingered appendages can handle. That means—assuming you aren’t a speed reading super-soldier—you probably missed a few stories along the way. Not only do we forgive you, but we’ll also happily provide a convenient weekly wrap-up of absolutely everything we covered during the last seven days. Don’t worry about saying thank you. We’d rather you spend that time soaking in the goodness that is this entertaining collection of articles. Off you go!
News
The Halo Bulletin: 9.5.12
Super Jackpot Weekend: September 7-9
PAX Prime 2012 Halo 4 Coverage
PAX Prime 2012 Recap, by Halo 4 Tricks
Walshy Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
GrifballHub and 343 Industries Unveil Halo 4 Grifball at PAX
PAX Prime 2012 Fan Meet-up, by Ready Up Live
PAX Prime 2012 – Little Chief and his UNSC Friends Halo Cosplay
PAX Prime 2012 – Captain America Halo Cosplay
Nexy Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
Nak3d Eli Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
PAX Prime 2012 Thoughts and Opinions, by MythicTyrant
PAX Prime 2012 – A Spartan Meets his Maker
CTF on Exile – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
GrifballHub Interviews Frank O’Connor – A PAX Prime 2012 Interview
Videos
Forge Cafe Halo: Reach Map Spotlight 7 – Covenant Corvette
Forge Quacks 4 – A Halo: Reach Video
Old School vs. New School – A Live-action Gaming Video
Fails of the Weak 103
Fun Stuff
Halo IRL: Halsey Street
The Master Chief – Halo 4 Fan Art
Fan-made Halo 4 Desktop Wallpapers
Friday Caption Fun 64
Community Happenings
Hog Mania – A 2old2play Halo Night
Your Questions for Frankie Answered – A Halo Waypoint Forum Interview
National Grifball Association Season 2 Sign-ups Open
Community Customs Night: 9.7.12
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Waypoint Weekly Wrap-Up – 9.8.12
You’re a busy person, and we have a thing for releasing as much Halo-related content our multi-fingered appendages can handle. That means—assuming you aren’t a speed reading super-soldier—you probably missed a few stories along the way. Not only do we forgive you, but we’ll also happily provide a convenient weekly wrap-up of absolutely everything we covered during the last seven days. Don’t worry about saying thank you. We’d rather you spend that time soaking in the goodness that is this entertaining collection of articles. Off you go!
News
The Halo Bulletin: 9.5.12
Super Jackpot Weekend: September 7-9
PAX Prime 2012 Halo 4 Coverage
PAX Prime 2012 Recap, by Halo 4 Tricks
Walshy Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
GrifballHub and 343 Industries Unveil Halo 4 Grifball at PAX
PAX Prime 2012 Fan Meet-up, by Ready Up Live
PAX Prime 2012 – Little Chief and his UNSC Friends Halo Cosplay
PAX Prime 2012 – Captain America Halo Cosplay
Nexy Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
Nak3d Eli Plays Halo 4 – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
PAX Prime 2012 Thoughts and Opinions, by MythicTyrant
PAX Prime 2012 – A Spartan Meets his Maker
CTF on Exile – A PAX Prime 2012 Gameplay Video
GrifballHub Interviews Frank O’Connor – A PAX Prime 2012 Interview
Videos
Forge Cafe Halo: Reach Map Spotlight 7 – Covenant Corvette
Forge Quacks 4 – A Halo: Reach Video
Old School vs. New School – A Live-action Gaming Video
Fails of the Weak 103
Fun Stuff
Halo IRL: Halsey Street
The Master Chief – Halo 4 Fan Art
Fan-made Halo 4 Desktop Wallpapers
Friday Caption Fun 64
Community Happenings
Hog Mania – A 2old2play Halo Night
Your Questions for Frankie Answered – A Halo Waypoint Forum Interview
National Grifball Association Season 2 Sign-ups Open
Community Customs Night: 9.7.12
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Podtacular 309: Halo 4 at PAX Prime 2012
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Modtacular has made its return for a second episode as the Waypoint Community Modcast joins forces with Podtacular to cover PAX Prime. CruelLEGACEY and GrimBrother One from the podcast are on to talk about Halo 4 at PAX with special Grifball Hub guest, Goosechecka. For those who don’t know, CTF on Exile was playable on the show floor at Prime this year, which is the main topic of this podcast. Enjoy
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The latest news about the Halo series of games from Microsoft
