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Subject: Beta: We're Taking Your Questions
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What up Bungie!

I know you've heard about the customs lobby glitch. I was wondering if you were planning on allowing us to play customs while the beta is out?

I would strongly suggest you allow this for the 2 simple reasons bugs/glitches. If u allow us to play customs, i guarantee you that more bugs and glitches will be found. This will allow a more thorough inspection of the game and will help you FIX any issues before the game is released.

Also, why not release H3 in November?

I would've have liked to see the game released in the same month as its previous installments.

  • 05.23.2007 11:04 AM PDT

Chillin' without a crush

Are there secrets hidden in the actual code of the beta?

Many of us have seen the rumors of new features, weapons, and vehicles being "confirmed" in the hidden code of the beta. If this is real, was it intentionally done as a viral ad campaign? If it was would you admit it?

  • 05.23.2007 11:06 AM PDT

Posted by: HAN SOLO BIRT

Why can't you join with a group of friends in Rumble Pit?

Thanks


i think i can answer this one, maybe you can answer it yourself just think a little, someone goes into rumble pit with 2 friends, a 3 person party, they agree to play as a team and help each other out so they each place in the top 3, they each gt some exp and an RP, there would be a lot of this and it would probably just have to be renamed to Team Slayer, oh wait there is already a matchmade game for Team Slayer!

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  • 05.23.2007 11:07 AM PDT

Chillin' without a crush

Just how old is this build of the game? How "finished" would Bungie say these three maps are?

  • 05.23.2007 11:08 AM PDT
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Can we possibly get this control style:

Normal, but swap melee to RB and change grenade/action to the B button?

  • 05.23.2007 11:10 AM PDT

Human wick saves building from fire.

Why have you guys spoiled me? =)

  • 05.23.2007 11:10 AM PDT
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i know its been asked a 1000 times but... i have reached a lieutenant rank with a high level of 27 and i have a friend who is a 42 but is only a gunnery sargent grade 3... why is this so? also i thought the spartan laser was supposed to be able to go through multiple targets... why not? and why dont stickies do anything to hogs? it takes far too long to kill them... and VIP, the VIP's shields are too high... and lastly the bubble shield lasts wayyyyyyy too long

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  • 05.23.2007 11:10 AM PDT
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Well I guess this isnt a question either but more of an opinion and question...course u can just ignore this little statement."i want the pistol" and also i didnt play that much H2 because i was more or less dissappointed with it but i dont like how u have to press the dpad to talk its kinda annoying and well badly arranged. id like to see the talking ability to be so that u just talk and it recognizes your voice automatically...oh well watever. thats all for now.

  • 05.23.2007 11:10 AM PDT

Chillin' without a crush

Did the team that developed Crackdown send Bungie a nice big thank you note?

  • 05.23.2007 11:10 AM PDT

Nothing Relieves Stress Like Blowing the Brains out of a God Damn Covey Bastard

Hey, I have a funny question, it would be awsome if there was a way to turn off AA in the finnal version if there is AA, I hate AA, it looks so much sharper and clearer and more vibrant without it, also I love the SMG's,they are my favorite weapons, oh and one last question, why is the CHIEF gold???????????
I thought he was green?

  • 05.23.2007 11:12 AM PDT

Don't feed the monkey!!!!

!. How in hell are you going to answer all these questions LOL 2. What changes did you make to melee because it works like the crappy Halo 2 system now. Please put it back to the way you had it before the May 16 update.

  • 05.23.2007 11:12 AM PDT
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It seems that this beta as well as the goal for Bungie is balancing the gameplay mechanics. Will we see a more balanced sniper rifle or will it still be overpowered in Halo 3? I don't want to jump on the bandwagon and gripe about snipers owning at large maps, which is another focus for Halo 3, but there have been many people wanting to see the sniper rifle be more similar to the one in Gears; minimal damage unless you get the headshot. Also will the sticky targeting be returning or will it be dsiabled in the retail version?

  • 05.23.2007 11:12 AM PDT
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will you put custom games in the beta and take out rank

  • 05.23.2007 11:13 AM PDT
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Why does my team keep getting blitzkreig'd on High-Ground?

  • 05.23.2007 11:13 AM PDT
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Will we be able to watch our saved films from the beta after the beta ends or in the final game?

  • 05.23.2007 11:13 AM PDT

somewhat good

Why are 98 percent of these questions PREVIOUSLY answered elsewhere on Bungie.net ?

http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link =WelcometotheBeta

A little research before asking would save everyone a lot of trouble and grief. Bungie actually took the time to make a Welcome To The Beta message, and just about all anyone here can do is ask questions that were previously answered there. Here's an all-encompassing answer for most of these posts:
- IT'S A BETA, IT'S NOT A FINAL GAME ! BETA'S ARE USED TO TEST, STOP WHINEING ABOUT THE PLAYLISTS AND YOUR RANKS ! THIS. IS. A. BETA. TEST. THINGS ARE BEING DONE TO TEST WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN GIVEN SITUATIONS, AND THAT EXPLAINS A LOT OF YOUR PETTY GRIPES ABOUT THE GAME SO FAR. BE HAPPY THAT THE POWERS THAT BE DECIDED TO GO WITH A PUBLIC BETA TO MAKE A STAND UP GAME. B*TCHING ABOUT YOUR RANK OR THE LUNGE OR WHY THEIR ISN'T A SWORD WILL NOT HELP TO IMPROVE THE GAME THROUGH A BETA TEST.

And again, please go here before asking your questions, as I am looking forward to a few more decent ones.

http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link =WelcometotheBeta

  • 05.23.2007 11:13 AM PDT
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can we get clan in the beta

  • 05.23.2007 11:13 AM PDT
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I got a couple, will we see new maps before the Beta ends like Epitiah and Last Resort.
Will there be new equipment and weapons before the Beta ends.
Is it possible the Grenades will be more powerful in the Final version than the Beta.
Also, would you make it possible to hold more than one piece of equipment.
Is there going to be any new weapons we havent seen before in the Beta and thats shown on Halo3.com.
Is the Battle Rifle gonna be as strong as the Carbine in Halo 3.
Could you make the Hill in KOTH visible outside, so players can see the enemy.
Final Question, is the Graphics in the Beta it, or will they be Better in the final version. Thank you for reading appreciate it.

  • 05.23.2007 11:14 AM PDT

Chillin' without a crush

How much has feedback from the beta already changed the development of Halo 3? Have maps already begun to be modified to increase balance or to remove unintended exploits? Mainly, have you gotten started on de-tank-ifying the warthog?

  • 05.23.2007 11:14 AM PDT

Posted by: KusanagiKeitaro
It seems that this beta as well as the goal for Bungie is balancing the gameplay mechanics. Will we see a more balanced sniper rifle or will it still be overpowered in Halo 3? I don't want to jump on the bandwagon and gripe about snipers owning at large maps, which is another focus for Halo 3, but there have been many people wanting to see the sniper rifle be more similar to the one in Gears; minimal damage unless you get the headshot. Also will the sticky targeting be returning or will it be dsiabled in the retail version?


i find it ironic that your avatar has a sniper rifle

  • 05.23.2007 11:14 AM PDT
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**Main Questions**

-Why do Europeans get screwed when an American gets the host?. Seems pointless in playing really.
-Where is the Region Search feature in Matchmaking to make sure you only get matched with people from your country?

**Sub Question**

-Why is the Worthog seemingly Invinceable?
-Why does the Laser have a high amount of Sticky Aim?
-Why Can the Sniper see through rocks?
-Will the Retail Version of Halo 3 have Anti-aliasing?


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  • 05.23.2007 11:14 AM PDT

Im going to fill your belly full of lead and give you a pool of blood to lay in

will there be any new maps coming out during the beta trial?

  • 05.23.2007 11:14 AM PDT
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why is the team speak sound SO LOUD? my ear is starting to hurt... no joke.

  • 05.23.2007 11:15 AM PDT

Posted by: bayareaboss510
One game I'm not joking a little like 7 year old said and I quote " tell me what your dick looks like so I can imagine it in my head and beat off to it"


Posted by: TheColdWolf
If Team Swat became ranked, would there still be no shields?


Amazing!

Posted by: Pugg86
Why do Europeans get screwed when an American gets host?. Seems pointless in playing really.
Where is the Region Search feature in matching to make sure you only get matched with people from your country?

So you prefer Americans have the Europeans host and play with latency?

  • 05.23.2007 11:16 AM PDT