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Subject: Should Bungie Go Along With it?

Were it so easy.

Yeah ok, that makes a lot of sense.

They would make a stunt of them leaking info with very bad quality and then proceed to ban all people spreading the information about it which would ultimately be the goal according to that theory anyways....so yeah...sort of collapses in on its self.

Not to mention that showing an actual video or something with good quality would make people get hyped more than some blurry photos.



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  • 11.05.2009 9:27 PM PDT

Posted by: Duardo
I'd love to be a 10 year old and tell my mom I'm going on an adventure out into the world catching Pokemon, with her full support. Never mind the fact that there are rapists, criminals, and murders out there, or the fact that I may get killed by a Pokemon.

Luckily I have Pikachu.

Posted by: Qz
they could get away with it easily. It would actually be a good idea, what with all the publicity MW2 is getting right now. Focus the spotlight back on Halo. It's genius, really. I'm not a tool, tool.
Why would they need to steal the spotlight from MW2 when Halo: Reach is not out for another year? Yeah I agree, it's agreat stunt... that is if your goal is to alienate the fans and give them a reason to abandon the Halo franchise.

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  • 11.05.2009 9:28 PM PDT
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Posted by: The BS Police
Posted by: Qz
they could get away with it easily. It would actually be a good idea, what with all the publicity MW2 is getting right now. Focus the spotlight back on Halo. It's genius, really. I'm not a tool, tool.
Why would they need to steal the spotlight from MW2 when Halo: Reach is not out for another year? Yeah I agree, it's agreat stunt... that is if your goal is to alienate the fans and give them a reason to abandon the Halo franchise.


They're competitors. They compete. They want your money, and will generate as much hype as they can take your money. Who cares if it comes out next year publicity is publicity.

Whatever. My opinion's as good as yours or anyone's at this point.

  • 11.05.2009 9:33 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Posted by: Qz
Posted by: The BS Police
Posted by: Qz
they could get away with it easily. It would actually be a good idea, what with all the publicity MW2 is getting right now. Focus the spotlight back on Halo. It's genius, really. I'm not a tool, tool.
Why would they need to steal the spotlight from MW2 when Halo: Reach is not out for another year? Yeah I agree, it's agreat stunt... that is if your goal is to alienate the fans and give them a reason to abandon the Halo franchise.



Whatever. My opinion's as good as yours or anyone's at this point.

Then why would users be banned for showing this info?

Obviously if they wanted this to get hype going then they would let people spread the word, but no its the opposite.
They're competitors. They compete. They want your money, and will generate as much hype as they can take your money. Who cares if it comes out next year publicity is publicity.

[Edited on 11.05.2009 9:35 PM PST]

  • 11.05.2009 9:35 PM PDT

I'm the cult of personality,
I call it like i see it, if i feel the need to be blunt and to the point, then i will, if i feel the need to be very detailed, i will, im here to stay and im here to do things my way, if you respect that or not is your choice, not mine,
and don't worry, while i don't agree with everyone's opinion, i do respect everyone's opinion.

Posted by: The BS Police
Why the hell would Bungie risk getting sued by Microsoft
why would MS sue Bungie for that?

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lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.

  • 11.05.2009 9:43 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.

Yeah, just like I thought, you have no response.

I'm done with you and your stupid theory.

  • 11.05.2009 9:45 PM PDT
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Sadly it's not working lol

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Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.

Yeah, just like I thought, you have no response.

I'm done with you and your stupid theory.


no one cares about what you have to say anyway

  • 11.05.2009 9:47 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Posted by: Qz
Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.

Yeah, just like I thought, you have no response.

I'm done with you and your stupid theory.


no one cares about what you have to say anyway

Hah, are you seriously trying to defend yourself on this?

I clearly pointed out the flaw in your theory like 3 times and you continue to not respond to it but everything else, the obvious fact here is that you found out just who stupid and wrong your theory is.

[Edited on 11.05.2009 9:52 PM PST]

  • 11.05.2009 9:50 PM PDT

Posted by: Ushan
Because Muslims surgically implant organic bombs in their testicles, which in turn will be injected into women during sex, which will grow into BABY BOMBS!

Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.


You're an idiot. The ninjas ban people who break forum rules. It doesn't really have to do much with Bungie. The pics could be real or fake, either way when people post them they're breaking the rules.
I'm sure we'll hear something about it in tomorrows update anyway.

  • 11.05.2009 9:50 PM PDT

I'm the cult of personality,
I call it like i see it, if i feel the need to be blunt and to the point, then i will, if i feel the need to be very detailed, i will, im here to stay and im here to do things my way, if you respect that or not is your choice, not mine,
and don't worry, while i don't agree with everyone's opinion, i do respect everyone's opinion.

Posted by: Qz
Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.

Yeah, just like I thought, you have no response.

I'm done with you and your stupid theory.


no one cares about what you have to say anyway
you two need to grow up yall are acting like 5 year olds so please grow up and have respect for one and other

  • 11.05.2009 9:51 PM PDT

Do you really care? you can't automatically see my signature anyway.

Posted by: Insane AlphaBeta
Posted by: The BS Police
Why the hell would Bungie risk getting sued by Microsoft
why would MS sue Bungie for that?

They wouldn't this was M$'s fault. if you read the article you'd see that ToM was in a Microsoft Office.

  • 11.05.2009 9:52 PM PDT

I hate signatures :)

Zeppelin Rules!

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No, I'd rather it remain a surprise. A leak is a leak but a massive leak can spoil the fun

  • 11.05.2009 9:54 PM PDT

I'm the cult of personality,
I call it like i see it, if i feel the need to be blunt and to the point, then i will, if i feel the need to be very detailed, i will, im here to stay and im here to do things my way, if you respect that or not is your choice, not mine,
and don't worry, while i don't agree with everyone's opinion, i do respect everyone's opinion.

Posted by: Tucker 051
Posted by: Qz
lol that ninja never even responded more than twice. Some feedback bungie. Just continue to ban ban ban and not address the situation in a mature manner. unprofessional, that's for sure.


You're an idiot. The ninjas ban people who break forum rules. It doesn't really have to do much with Bungie. The pics could be real or fake, either way when people post them they're breaking the rules.
I'm sure we'll hear something about it in tomorrows update anyway.
also tucker is right 100%

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It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?

  • 11.05.2009 9:57 PM PDT

Posted by: Ushan
Because Muslims surgically implant organic bombs in their testicles, which in turn will be injected into women during sex, which will grow into BABY BOMBS!

Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?


You're definitely trolling. Nobody could be as stupid as you.

[Edited on 11.05.2009 9:59 PM PST]

  • 11.05.2009 9:59 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?

Your either...
Trolling.
Incredibly stupid.
Or trying to save your argument and failing.

I think its all 3...

[Edited on 11.05.2009 10:01 PM PST]

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Posted by: Tucker 051
Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?


You're definitely trolling. Nobody could be as stupid as you.

you act like you know bungie's inner workings and management decisions. That's pretty stupid. You haven't even posted a theory. You're invalid on so many levels man.

  • 11.05.2009 10:02 PM PDT
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From a strictly information control prospective, I think Bungie should release something before this weekend.

Think of it this way, the only information out there is unapproved. In order to regain control of the information flow, and redirect attention back to legitimate sources, Bungie's best option is to beat whatever was released with some official art work / images of their own.

But, there are probably some legal issues facing Bungie, and Microsoft. Most likely, they gave their favored game magazine a "Reach Exclusive." To release information about the game before that article would be a violation of the contract with that game magazine. First bind on Bungie's actions.

Second, Microsoft and Bungie probably already have gamed out a marketing strategy, with timing, TV ads (Superbowl, anyone?), and an information release checklist. So, they'll show a cool feature in March, then another few items at E3, then more at an August game convention. To release information ahead of time would break that carefully planned out strategy.

So, Bungie's in a bind. On one hand, they probably have several different obligations, compelling Bungie to keep a lid on all information about the game. And, up to the latest incident, Bungie has been remarkably successful. There has been no information leaked, everything was speculation, hearsay, and the occasional, cryptic, comment.

But, in light of the recent troubles, Bungie may also wish to recapture control over the Reach information pipeline, by outclassing some illegitimate, and probably illegal, information with Bungie approved imagery and info.

We'll see what Bungie has, or doesn't have, to say tomorrow. If Bungie ignores the incident, which is the most likely outcome, then one can safely assume, Bungie will continue with their original plan and information will be released carefully over time. Or Bungie can react, but that is unlikely, given the proactive measures taken over the past few days.

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Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?

Your either...
Trolling.
Incredibly stupid.
Or trying to save your argument and failing.

I think its all 3...


OHHHH SO CLEVAR -blam!- UP WITH THAT URSELF LOL

  • 11.05.2009 10:03 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Posted by: Qz
Posted by: Tucker 051
Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?


You're definitely trolling. Nobody could be as stupid as you.

you act like you know bungie's inner workings and management decisions. That's pretty stupid. You haven't even posted a theory. You're invalid on so many levels man.

Yep, looks like I was right. Your all 3.

Ok move along guys, nothing to see here, report and move along.

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Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
Posted by: Tucker 051
Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?


You're definitely trolling. Nobody could be as stupid as you.

you act like you know bungie's inner workings and management decisions. That's pretty stupid. You haven't even posted a theory. You're invalid on so many levels man.

Yep, looks like I was right. Your all 3.

Ok move along guys, nothing to see here, report and move along.


DIS GUY DONT GOT THE SAME OPINION AS ME GUYS LETS REPORT HIM

seriously dude?

  • 11.05.2009 10:04 PM PDT

Were it so easy.

Well, its not really an opinion, its more like a moronic "theory" that your continuing to defend even after I and others have showed you how wrong it is and how unlikely it is, and in the same process making yourself look like an idiot.

  • 11.05.2009 10:08 PM PDT

Posted by: Ushan
Because Muslims surgically implant organic bombs in their testicles, which in turn will be injected into women during sex, which will grow into BABY BOMBS!

Posted by: Qz
Posted by: LinkLegend0
Posted by: Qz
Posted by: Tucker 051
Posted by: Qz
It's pretty obvious bungie's banning forum members as a coverup. They almost certainly leaked this themselves. They still gotta have a realistic reaction, right? Pretty thorough, who even cares about forum members anyway?


You're definitely trolling. Nobody could be as stupid as you.

you act like you know bungie's inner workings and management decisions. That's pretty stupid. You haven't even posted a theory. You're invalid on so many levels man.

Yep, looks like I was right. Your all 3.

Ok move along guys, nothing to see here, report and move along.


DIS GUY DONT GOT THE SAME OPINION AS ME GUYS LETS REPORT HIM

seriously dude?


It's the fact that you're trying to pass of your 'opinion' as fact. "Bungie leaked this", "they're trying to cover it up by banning people". Seriously, think about you're theory, it's extremely stupid to even consider it.

[Edited on 11.05.2009 10:11 PM PST]

  • 11.05.2009 10:10 PM PDT