Talk:Halo 3/Archive 6

message: Consider revisign the Gameplay section, most of it seems extremely useless to the article, much of the information if very obvious and present in almost any game.
I Agree, the grammar and puncuation is poor.  There are uneccessary commas all over the place.
It also it states that the game follows The Master Chief, with no mention of the Arbiter.
::This is because the game is through the eyes of the Chief, while the Arrviter is only helpful occasionally and is the co-op character. This is why they state that. Longshotz 18:44, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  '''Gameplay revisions''' 

message: You do realize that Truth isn't the last Prophet, right?
:yeah but hes the one in power right now, so we don't really care about the rest of his race.157.174.221.167 20:18, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Actually, this might be true, because when you start The Great Journey level, it is mentioned that the Council was murdered, and all the Prophets were in there. Longshotz 18:46, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Just Wondering

message: There is a rumor going around Halo 3 forums that you can choose who you can play as, Meaning you either play as the Arbiter or the Master Chief, your choice.
Link to rumor
At this stage there is no confirmation. When Bungie says whether the Arbiter is playable or not we can add it, until then there's no need to mention it. I personally think he will be available as a coop character, but that's just my opinion and it shouldn't be added to the article (my opinion that is). James086Talk | Email 09:11, 24 July 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Since I am at work and cant get onto the EGM page can you tell me what date they are putting it on the shelves?Xenocide321 19:14, 31 July 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Campain Choice 

message: In the E3 2007 trailer; at 0:50 (50 seconds) there is a 1st person view of MC killing a brute with a battle rifle and if you look at his grenades he has 4 types. It's not equipment (like a shield drainer or bubble shield) because that is displayed under the grenades. Is it known what it is or hasn't Bungie said anything? James086Talk | Email 04:11, 17 July 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Image:Screenshoth3e307.png
Currenty it's unknown... Hackers found an Agility powerup or piece of equipment, in the beta code, and its speculated that this is it. The Walkin Dude 15:05, 17 July 2007 (UTC)

text: Ok thanks, and at the moment that screenshot needs to be put in an article or it will be deleted (see WP:FU), sorry to be such a copyright-nut. Talk]] | Email</sup> 01:58, 18 July 2007 (UTC)

text: The Flare is a new piece of equipment, similar to the Portable Grav Lift, Power Drainer, and Bubble Shield available in the multiplayer beta.  Even in EGM, the fourth grenade remains more of a rumor than anything.  "We saw hints of a fourth grenade type, though it never actually appeared in action.  Bungie won't give any details on this possible addition--or whether it will even be included in the final game." Brent Butler contribstalk 16:52, 7 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Extra grenade? 

message: Should that be included? It was leaked on the GameFAQS board and there were quite a few pictures...Argias 01:29, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  EGM Leak 

message: Following reports earlier in the month that online co-operative gameplay was on the verge of not making it in Halo 3, Bungie has today confirmed that the four player Online Co-Op is now confirmed! Valo sweet 666 04:46, 31 July 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: If a source is needed, this was stated in the August 1st Bungie podcast. 64.230.63.54 07:11, 2 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text:  Done, added to the article with a citation to the announcement about it on b.net RC Master 13:36, 2 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  ONLINE CO-OP 

message: Gameplay section, third paragraph, first sentence, "were it is most useful" should read "where it is most useful"
:done. Od Mishehu 07:36, 1 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  typo fix 

message: === New Weapons ===
* Mauler- Brute shotgun. Dual-wield.
=== New Equipment ===
* Regenerator- Regenerates shields.
* Flare- Blinds all that view the flash.
* Radar Jammer- Creates fake blips on enemy motion detectors.
is the equipment like bubble-sheild and trip mine available in camapign?Darthblaze99 13:54, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text:  Thats great anonymous user. But unless you fix us up a nice citation using Template:Cite_journal or Template:Citation, we can't use the info. RC Master 13:21, 5 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: I dont have the link from the article because i cant get it at work, but I too have seen this information on the egm.1up.com site. Xenocide321 18:30, 17 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  New Information Via EGM Magazine (08/07) 

message: * Regenerator- Regenerates shields.
* Flare- Blinds all that view the flash.
* Radar Jammer- Creates fake blips on enemy motion detectors.
is the equipment like bubble-sheild and trip mine available in camapign?Darthblaze99 13:54, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  New Equipment 

message: * Hornet- Human aerial vehicle. Appears to have vertical takeoff and landing.
* Prowler- Brute vehicle like the Elite Specter.
* Warthog Personel Carrier- Human Warthog with room for soldiers in the back "cab".
* Elephant- Large vehicle that looks like a Sandcrawler. Moves very slow and is protected by mounted turrets. Houses a spawn point, flag spawn, and flag return.
:: Thats great anonymous user. But unless you fix us up a nice citation using Template:Cite_journal or Template:Citation, we can't use the info. RC Master 13:21, 5 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: I dont have the link from the article because i cant get it at work, but I too have seen this information on the egm.1up.com site. Xenocide321 18:30, 17 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  New Vehicles 

message: Over today, I'll be adding a few new tidbits about Halo 3 to the article from the latest Edge magazine in the UK. I'll also be adding full cites to bits I add as well, just to make it proper. Please don't worry about this being a leak, or false information. I have the magazine right in front of me, and assuming EDGE themselves didn't get it wrong, it is all correct. 
One tidbit that i've just added; there are 53,595 pieces of audio in Halo 3, of which 39,368 are of NPC dialogue. RC Master 14:16, 7 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  More magazine tidbits (Edge 179) 

message: the news hitting the intertubes today is that there have already been one million copies sold, over a month before release. is this notable enough to put in the article? is it a record of any kind? -anon
:I think so, a mention in the lead section should do saying it's one of the most anticipated games with more than 1 million copies pre-ordered, with a source of course. Speaking of which, I had to go searching to pre-order my legendary edition, they're sold out at so many places now. I had to drive ~30km to find a store that wasn't sold out! (it's a long way considering how many stores there are near me). James086Talk | Email 23:36, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Million Preorders 

message: Jesus Christ, scroll down to the bottom. lots of new info regardign the promotion for the game. Brownstone999 18:19, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  HALO 3 PROMOTION!!! 

message: You have to put this in its so sweet!!
Can you find another source to confirm this information by? 74.245.38.202 16:40, 11 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  FLAMETHROWER!!!! 

message: I found a free image of the legendary edition (:Image:Halo Legendary Helmet.jpg) though I'm not sure where to add it to the article, I think that the "Different versions" section would have too much white space if I were to add it there. Any suggestions, or just go ahead if you have a good idea. James086Talk | Email 03:48, 11 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Legendary Edition image 

message: It states in weapons that you cannot hide a seconday weapon, however the energy sword in the beta would deactivate after being switched, allowing you to hide it. 74.245.38.202 16:42, 11 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: However, it still visibly appeared on the players leg. So its not invisible when you switch like it was in previous games. Thats the point of the sentence in the article. RC Master 09:54, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Note 

message: I recommend you mention the halo 3 epsilon that is currently active. Bungie has yet to confirm this epsilon but many trustworthy websites have written about it and I have personally seen someone playing the halo 3 epsilon.
Links to some websites:
http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/812/812230p1.html
http://kotaku.com/gaming/soon/so-whats-halo-3-epsilon-288442.php
http://kotaku.com/gaming/and-nothing-but-the-truth/the-truth-behind-halo-3-epsilon-288565.php
http://www.xbox-scene.com/xbox1data/sep/EElyluyuuASXUMvxWV.php
Regarding the flamethrower and firebomb, these were confirmed by IGN and included an interview with a Bungie employee. "O'Connor confirmed that the gadget (bubble shield) will provide safe haven from fire."It will wash over the shield. It will actually burn on the surface of the shield."
:The Epsilon is just another stage of internal testing. As the article stands theres no real place for it. However, if there was a "development" section, it could be mentioned there. Oh, and firebomb and flamethrower have been added now. RC Master 09:56, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Halo 3 Epsilon and new flame weapons 

message: I don't remember where I read it (new EGM I think, but I don't have a copy) but they have released how the meta-game scoring will go. It will be based on things like head-shots, using skulls (which have negative effects), killing mutliple enemies at once, etc. It will essentially work like the stat baords in multiplayer games, but with a point value associated with the different stats and medals as well as some Single-Player only things like using skulls. If anyone has the data on this, I think it would be nice to add to the info for the meta-game since the wording right now is a little weak.157.174.221.168 15:21, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Yes. This is one of the things mentioned in Edge 179 that I meant to update the article with. I don't know about the "killing multiple enemies at once" one, but there are still things that could be added. I'll have a look... RC Master 14:24, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Done: Well mostly. I reworded most of it, and added info about headshots and speed of progression. Also noting the competitive aspect it introduces to co-op. Oh, plus a quote! RC Master 15:54, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  More info on Meta-Game scoring 

message: Speaking of new toys, apparantly Wired magazine confirms a new weapon. Wasn't sure where to post this, but the URL is here...
http://www.wired.com/gaming/virtualworlds/magazine/15-09/ff_halo?currentPage=4 
And apparantly describes another turret-type weapon that's covenant based called the Plasma Turret. Does someone want to put this where it needs to go?
-Uwasa
:This is simply a redesign of the existing portable plasma turret. i.e. the one without the shield on the front. Whats new is that it is detachable like the human turret, and the weapon looks more impressive to reflect its powerful nature. 157.174.221.167 19:35, 22 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Just wanted to add that this turret can be seen in action in the HALO 3 videos form this years PAX.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 157.174.221.168 (talk) 20:47, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

text: - that missle case thingy is pretty cool, very original halo memorabeila  —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 70.188.113.218 (talk) 22:51:47, August 19, 2007 (UTC) 
Gundam94 17:11, 17 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  New Toy 

message: I know this feature has been confirmed by Bungie, but has anyone seen anything about when you ever hear it? Those that are familiar with Halo know that the characters voice is never really used in multi. Its just not very clear in the article why having a female voice option matters. The way its written sounds like you speak through character voices instead of just using the xbox live headset and may be misleading to those unfamiliar with the game.157.174.221.169 18:19, 17 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: I would have thought it would be the voice that says "double kill" or "flag taken" etc. That would make a more noticable difference that would probably be worth mentioning in a weekly update but then again I'm just speculating. James086Talk | Email 03:30, 18 August 2007 (UTC)

text: I think its the 'voice mask' that is going to be female or male. they did this because of the increasing amount of female gamers, so it wouldnt be sexist that the only voice mask you could get would be one of a male voice.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by Leemyster (talk • contribs) 13:39, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Female Voice 

message: I recently added a quote from Tyson Green of Bungie Studios from a Q/A session at IGN.com. The rest of the interview may have some info that could verify and/or supplement what's already here. Cliff smith 18:40, 18 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  IGN Q&A with Bungie 

message: Correct me if I'm worng but as I remember from the Beta, from within the bubble shield you can still fire outwards.  If I'm completely wrong, just disregard this.  —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 63.164.202.130 (talk) 13:08, August 23, 2007 (UTC) 
:No, you can't, it prevents fire both ways. When the beta was available I would approach a bubble and throw a grenade inside. It contains the explosion and pretty much guarantees a kill if there's anyone inside it. James086Talk | Email 13:36, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: The new stationary shield has a slit you can fire through though. I believe it was confirmed in the EGM issue, but I could be wrong.157.174.221.169 19:30, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Bubble Shield Issue