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The latest news about the Halo series of games from Microsoft

  • The Lives of the Brutes Preview (and more)

    SpearheadWarrior, the man behind “Life of the Grunts” and “Lives of the Elite” (and a video we totally missed when it came out in September, “The Lives of the Moa“), is back with an opening preview for “The Lives of the Brutes”. A mockumentacular! Thanks, Ogan Panavo.(Louis Wu 23:06:00 UTC)

  • Achievement HORSE #58

    There’s a new Achievement PIG up (YouTube | AH.com) for folks who enjoy watching Geoff trying to beat Jack. The maps this time around look fantastic. Go see! Thanks, SEspider (and hezekiah).(Louis Wu 22:55:48 UTC)

  • BTF #7: The Deeper End of the Pool

    Dani stopped by with word of a new ‘Behind the Frontlines’ editorial at Forward Unto Dawn. This one was written by Postmortem, and suggests that a more realistic Halo might be fun. (I think I’m with Dani on this one; I wouldn’t really want to see it. But it makes for some interesting conversation!)(Louis Wu 22:52:06 UTC)


  • HRSotD: Victory Run


    HRSotD (short for Halo: Reach Screenshot of the Day) is a daily feature dedicated to the wonders of Halo: Reach screenshots and the artists that capture these amazing images. A variety of shotsall of which are completely unaltered and captured in Halo: Reach’s theater modeare included for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy the varied selection of images, and maybe even find inspiration to make your own!

    Halo: Reach Screenshot

    Author: Eshcka


  • TTL Takes a Deep Dive into DMR Behavior


    DMR


    From Hoovaloov:

    Since the Title Update for Halo: Reach’s multiplayer went live in the fall, there have been many discussions on the changes it implemented. The Title Update most notably impacted the mechanics of the DMR and the Needle Rifle, specifically their “bloom.” The question is, does 85% bloom encourage or discourage “trigger spamming” compared to default Reach settings?


    STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF DMR BEHAVIOR


  • Halo IRL: Spartan in a Box


    Halo is a fictional universe. However, sometimes we catch sight of things in real life that remind us of our favorite science fiction video game franchise. This particular series, titled Halo in Real Life, showcases those very moments. Enjoy the subtle Halo references sometimes spotted when out and about in the real world, and if you have a picture you’d like to submit for possible future inclusion, send it to bsangel[at]halowaypoint.com!

    Halo in Real Life



    As seen and captured by @Fullmetal1986


  • Key Activated Doors – A Halo: Reach Epic Forge Tutorial

     

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    From Team0Epiphany:

    Halo: Reach Epic Forge Tutorials is a series where we show you some new and unique forging tips, from everything to forging outside of maps to forge-mechanisms and more! This episode shows you how to construct key activated doors.


    Key Activated Doors – A Halo: Reach Epic Forge Tutorial


  • 343 Industries Community Playdate, 1.19.12


    Halo Waypoint Community Playdate



    On the third or fourth Thursday of every month, we host Xbox LIVE Community Playdates, and tomorrow just so happens to be one of those days! So, if you feel like joining us for some Halo: Anniversary multiplayer shenanigans, simply send an Xbox LIVE text message to any of the following gamertags:

    bs angel
    SamPand
    Total Sellout
    VeroHime

    We get a lot of messages during these festivities, so to increase your chances of receiving an invite, send your text message during the event itself. Hope to see you tomorrow! On the other side of our shotguns, of course….

  • Tyrant’s Halo 3 Legendary Walkthrough – Sierra 117

     

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    From MythicTyrant:

    Not quite ready for the herculean task that is Mythic Difficulty? Have no fear! My Halo 3 Legendary video guide is now up and running in beautiful high definition, with a different guest star each week. This week’s spotlight is the Master Chief himself, Mr. Steve Downes. Thanks for watching!


    Tyrant’s Halo 3 Legendary Walkthrough – Sierra 117


  • Halo: Archetype Teaser Trailer

    TDSpiral let us know that there’s another fan-created video projects in the works – Halo: Archetype has just released a teaser trailer. Go see what you think! (Louis Wu 16:49:27 UTC)

  • Scraps of Destiny

    ncsuDuncan continues to be the go-to source of compiled Destiny information (what little there is of it) – if you want to keep up on what Bungie fans are scrounging up, swing by and read his article! (Louis Wu 16:48:41 UTC)

  • OpenSauce v3.0 Released

    kornman00 let us know that OpenSauce v3.0 has now been released – it’s a project to extend the HaloCE game engine and tools. The announcement article contains screenshots and a video to show you just what this powerful package can do – and get you started on using it, if you’re so inclined. Take a look! (Louis Wu 16:46:10 UTC)

  • Reach Top 10 Ep 38: Multikills

    Anoj has posted Episode 38 of his Reach Top 10 series – this one focuses on Multikills. Amazingly, there’s nothing over Killtastrophe… but there are still plenty of impressive moments! Check it out. Thanks, Jordan Bell. (Louis Wu 14:50:09 UTC)

  • HRSotD: Vault 117


    HRSotD (short for Halo: Reach Screenshot of the Day) is a daily feature dedicated to the wonders of Halo: Reach screenshots and the artists that capture these amazing images. A variety of shotsall of which are completely unaltered and captured in Halo: Reach’s theater modeare included for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy the varied selection of images, and maybe even find inspiration to make your own!

    Halo: Reach Screenshot

    Author: Jon Freund


  • A 117 Picture Gallery

     

    To celebrate 1.17, we recently asked the community to make our favorite Spartan super-soldier’s number out of items found around the house. Here are just a few of their 117-themed creations!

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  • Press X to Ride – Halo Cross Stitch


    Halo Cross Stitch


    From gamerwolff:

    I created this as part of a spritestitch.com challenge. The theme was mash-ups. This is obviously Halo meets Super Mario Bros!


    Press X to Ride – Halo Cross Stitch


  • Banana Sandwich – A Halo 3/Reach Montage

     

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    From airguitar901:

    This is a Halo 3/Reach montage entitled “Banana Sandwich.” It features Quiggy’s gameplay and Villain’s editing. Enjoy!


    Banana Sandwich – A Halo 3/Reach Montage


  • Tattoo Tuesday: Master Chief and Cortana


    Some people show their love for Halo by playing the games. Others get a relevant image permanently placed upon their body. Enjoy this particular example of a Halo-related body modification, and if you have a picture you’d like to submit for possible future inclusion, send it to bsangel[at]halowaypoint.com!

    Halo Tattoo



    Halo tattoo, as seen on Joseph and done by Bili Vegas


  • Reach Customz: Flooded Mines

     

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    From VSOTBCommunity:

    Hey everyone, welcome to the13th episode of Reach Customz. This week we feature an Infection map: Flooded Mines by IIPuddsII.

    We film every Sunday (unless TIMGIE 4tw says otherwise) at 12pm AEST (GMT+10). If you want to join, send TIMGIE 4tw a message on the day and we’ll invite you! The party will also be set to ‘open’ so you can join whenever you like.

    If you want the most fun, insane and hectic Halo: Reach custom games around, then look no further. Don’t forget to rate the video so we know what kind of custom games you like, and subscribe if you want to keep up-to-date with Reach Customz, airing every Friday!


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