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Subject: Thought for expanding a bit on Halo 3's MP aspects

So, if we can assume Halo: Reach will use and/or expand upon Halo 3's multiplayers system, we could indeed see the return of armor permutations. After taking the time to actually read the little descriptions given when a perm is selected, I got to thinking of how multiplayer could be spiced up a bit.

Give each armor perm an ability, so to speak. An example is the scout shoulderpiece, the end of which reads, "...single variant of the Mjolnir Powered Assault Armor with stealth capabilites." Now that doesn't mean everyone packing a piece of scout armor should get all camo, all the time, but maybe an time extension of the camo pickup. Along these lines, every perm could have its own bit of ability, and when combined can give the wearer a "full ability." So maybe, if someone did have the entire scout set, they get a camo on-demand (once or repeatable with a cooldown, i'm thinking a one-time thing).

If each piece gets its own "ability" this could lead to great armor setups. For example:

Scout set
Full bonus: One-time camo powerup
Head: 4 seconds added to camo time
Shoulder: 2 seconds added to camo time
Body: Speed that wearer becomes visible on radar increased (move a bit faster while not being detected)

EVA set
Full Bonus: Increased shields
Head: Movement speed slightly increased (+10%)
Shoulder: Jumping power slightly increased (+5%)
Body: Noticably less pushback from explosions/collisions (simple, add moar mass!)

Security
Full Bonus: Increased armor damage resistance (25%)
Head: Increased angle of viewing (cuz the viewport is so damn wide)
Shoulder: Stronger melee attack (more pushback, like the old melee kills that sent victims flying :D)
Body: Decreased time until shield begins to recharge


Again, these are just some basic examples, and i'm having trouble thinking of more, but I'd definitely love to see something like this added in to multiplayer. Customizability is a great factor in many games, and I seriously think Halo's existing multiplayer could use it. This is all assuming H:R's mp will use most of H3's mp aspects.

Lemme know what you think of this idea, i'd appreciate feedback and examples/ideas.

  • 07.26.2009 11:34 PM PDT

Mythical Group

There is no greater catharsis than arguing on the Flood.

I like this idea, but maybe not exactly the way you interpreted it. I'm thinking of basically their equipment and weapon spawn set-up could be determined by this, or if they are vehicle users.

  • 07.26.2009 11:43 PM PDT

I don't like the idea of limiting players based on what they pick, which is what your proposal sounds like. As a player, I like to be able to do all things. What I'm suggesting is pretty much expanding the player's choices, which, as a player, I do like.

  • 07.26.2009 11:51 PM PDT

Mythical Group

There is no greater catharsis than arguing on the Flood.

Posted by: Deactivator2
I don't like the idea of limiting players based on what they pick, which is what your proposal sounds like. As a player, I like to be able to do all things. What I'm suggesting is pretty much expanding the player's choices, which, as a player, I do like.

You know, I really don't either.

I just want to see something new.

  • 07.26.2009 11:59 PM PDT

Posted by: Phoenix9508
I just want to see something new.
agreed

  • 07.27.2009 12:01 AM PDT

shameless bump :D

  • 07.27.2009 8:15 AM PDT

Posted by: Deactivator2
shameless bump :D


Don't bump it's lame and makes people think that your topic isn't that interesting cause it needed to be bumped.

However, I like this. It reminds me a lot of the new Red Faction: Guerilla and the backpack system. I do not think that Bungie will do this. I personally feel that Bungie is doing something with MM that is going to completely change how we play it. I could be wrong on this because MM is awesome right now, but I just have this feeling they are going to really mess with it.

  • 07.27.2009 8:20 AM PDT

Posted by: Jew Mafia 2550
Don't bump it's lame and makes people think that your topic isn't that interesting cause it needed to be bumped.
Thread was started at 2 am last night, not much attention, sank to third page. Just giving it some love :p
Posted by: Jew Mafia 2550
However, I like this. It reminds me a lot of the new Red Faction: Guerilla and the backpack system. I do not think that Bungie will do this. I personally feel that Bungie is doing something with MM that is going to completely change how we play it. I could be wrong on this because MM is awesome right now, but I just have this feeling they are going to really mess with it.
I can't imagine how much different the multiplayer would be. The current iteration is still very popular amongst its players, and the only real changes i could see them making are little tweaks (like this) and maybe some changes to the physics, since I asume they're running from a new game engine...

  • 07.27.2009 8:34 AM PDT