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Subject: Do you like TU Beta?

I think that the beta is alright, although really fast paced. Definitely not use to the ZB and died quite a bit. I think with a little more playing people could easily make the switch only if they go completely to ZB. Going back and forth between no ZB and ZB will definitely discourage players who cannot get used to in the short amount of time. I do like the reduced bloom though makes it a little easier for the long distance shot ;) I don't think we should go to ZB like in H3 just for the sheer fact that the bloom was one of the big changes that reach had offered. People who play now are used to it I don't think changing it to ZB will gain any more players.

I cannot remember who said it but I do agree that 343 should bring back the old zombies playlist. I dislike how infection is always brains. At least in H3 there was a bit more variety. All in all not really sure what to think of the beta, I think I might have to play some more ;)

  • 10.09.2011 10:42 PM PDT

There's no hope for Zero-Bloom DMRs because the RoF on the Magnum and DMR make them -blam!- trains that rail everything into oblivion.

Regular Slayer is a refreshing change of pace.

But in the end the AR still hasn't received any changes when 343i thinks it's a fantastical idea to buff everything but the most iconic weapon in Halo.

Joyous. Bloody. Occasion.

  • 10.09.2011 10:55 PM PDT
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stupid fanboys....
if i wanted to play halo 3
guess what!!!
I would put in my halo 3 copy
freakin idiots #facepalm

  • 10.09.2011 11:24 PM PDT

LONG LIVED METAL

its a beta, which means it is a broken form of a real playlist.

when it gets to the official stage I will probably be happy

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  • 10.10.2011 2:34 AM PDT
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I prefer the 85% to the ZB to be honest. It seems to balance out the pistol issue, or at least in my games anyways.

  • 10.10.2011 2:55 AM PDT

343 don't need to change any of the settings in Reach.

If they do I will be seriously peeved.

It really annoys me how everyone has to put their 2 cents in as to 'how the game would be better if it were like this'.

All this has already been discussed by Bungie when the game was made by professionals who actually know what their talking about not preteen kids who play the game suck at it and cry about it.

Leave the TU settings as a seperate playlist and people who wanna play it can.

Leave the Reach settings how it was made by Bungie it doesn't need to be changed.

If you wanna improve this game make the DLC compulsery and add the Maps to all playlists having them come up on a regular basis. All it needs is new maps for a fresh facelift.

  • 10.10.2011 3:13 AM PDT
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Its -blam!- amazing, I love it like I love Halo 2...

  • 10.10.2011 3:14 AM PDT
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Posted by: BaldursGate1994
It feels quick, which is a good thing. Now all they need to do is increase movement speed,jump height and gravity, and have AAs as pickups.


^^
This

  • 10.10.2011 3:15 AM PDT

Ive only played it once, im confused whats the difference between it and normal reach.

  • 10.10.2011 4:37 AM PDT

Too little too late.

  • 10.10.2011 4:38 AM PDT
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Team [I]nvisible

  • 10.10.2011 4:44 AM PDT


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NO JUST NO!

  • 10.10.2011 6:47 AM PDT

Sorry i haven't played halo reach in like 2 months, what exactly is TU beta?

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  • 10.10.2011 7:02 AM PDT

Ohai, I'm Loscocco (pronounced Loss-cocoa). I'm a college student (computer science major), 3D animator, and long-time Halo player.

Zero bloom is okay, but the rate of fire needs to be toned down (I have a HUGE essay why I think so, but ....to....lazy...to...make...copy pasta...) to make the guns less overpowering when compared to the rest of the starting weapons sandbox plus it would make precision weapon duels take more skill, if done correctly: not too fast, not too slow.

Otherwise, I LOVE THE PLAYLIST. Bleedthrough is something that I have always wanted in Halo Reach and even if most/all of the other changes were scrapped, I would still be very happy and believe that default Reach (lolReach) would play significantly better.

  • 10.10.2011 7:10 AM PDT

It's alright.

Personally, I'm used to the original play style w/ bloom; something we all have got used to over the last year.

I have no problem with them changing bloom, but to do it this late into the game was a mistake. This is only going to split up whats left of the dwindling community.

If you're going to re-write the shooting mechanics of a game, do it when the game is new (few months in), not over 12 months later.

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  • 10.10.2011 7:14 AM PDT
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"This bandicoot will be my general, he will lead my Cortex Commandos to world domination...

This time, I shall reign TRIUMPHANT!"

-Dr. Cortex

I enjoy it. But I'm not one to vote only ZB. 85% is perfect. I'm not too sure on bleed-through health but I can get used to it.

  • 10.10.2011 7:34 AM PDT

I like it. I don't mind zero bloom either. It's fun and I can shoot with or without bloom

  • 10.10.2011 7:40 AM PDT

I personally LOVE this new DMR! Finally skilled players actually can win games with just their talent.

But i prefer this 85% bloom more than a ZB because i think that DMR with no bloom would be just to OP. Sniping would be much more difficult because you can easily kill the sniper across the map just spammin your DMR. And generally speaking, i think it is just more comfort with 85% bloom settings:P

Also, I am from europe and usually playing at evening/night so i get against american host 90% of time and DMR duel is just a mess.. When I try to pace my shot i end up dead when i have only shot 3 times... Thats because americans bloom recover MUCH faster than mine so its very frustrating since i know that i cant beat them 9 times out of 10 even when I am connecting with all the shots, just because their bloom recovers faster and they shoot faster... I hope this upcoming update would change that BS and let me finally play with a peace of a mind =)


This update should have been done much earlier! LOVE

  • 10.13.2011 2:54 PM PDT

The TU covers almost everything that Reach needs to be competitive once again. While 85% bloom is still better than default, I enjoy zero bloom much more.

Players have already been testing certain player traits to accommodate zero bloom, since default settings are inadequate for ZB. From what I heard, 125 damage/150 resist will make the DMR a 4 shot. At closer ranges, the NR and Magnum are so much more powerful. The NR just needs its auto fire removed.

While I'm enjoying the newer settings, it sucks when I have bad teammates that don't know how to play and bring me down. I find that more infuriating that facing off against a four-man party that knows how to dominate.

I think ZB should be separate from 85% since it is difficult to constantly switch between settings. Hopefully 85 gets put into everything else but Arena and MLG, where ZB can truly shine.

  • 10.13.2011 3:33 PM PDT

Ill say its entertaining.Just needs a little more work...

  • 10.13.2011 3:34 PM PDT

I intend to live forever, or die trying,

so far, so good.

I like some parts, don't like the Zero Bloom. 85% is perfect.

Active Camo sucks even more than it already did.

Armor Lock, is now perfect.

It be nice, if a hit from the Plasma Pistol Full Charge Blast,
Drianed all AA, for a few seconds.

IE - AL) Hit someone in AL, they are automatically taken out of AL and all reminding power drained.

IE - Jetpack) Hit someone whilist Jet Packing, and the fall from the sky, with all power drain, may cause death.

Etc Etc.

This if can be implemented would be SWEET.


[Edited on 10.13.2011 4:27 PM PDT]

  • 10.13.2011 4:27 PM PDT

I intend to live forever, or die trying,

so far, so good.


Posted by: rockersk08
The TU covers almost everything that Reach needs to be competitive once again. While 85% bloom is still better than default, I enjoy zero bloom much more.

Players have already been testing certain player traits to accommodate zero bloom, since default settings are inadequate for ZB. From what I heard, 125 damage/150 resist will make the DMR a 4 shot. At closer ranges, the NR and Magnum are so much more powerful. The NR just needs its auto fire removed.

While I'm enjoying the newer settings, it sucks when I have bad teammates that don't know how to play and bring me down. I find that more infuriating that facing off against a four-man party that knows how to dominate.

I think ZB should be separate from 85% since it is difficult to constantly switch between settings. Hopefully 85 gets put into everything else but Arena and MLG, where ZB can truly shine.


Have not played with your settings you have suggested, but sounds good.

Zero Bloom, would work great for SWAT also, and I beleive that this play list is a must.

  • 10.13.2011 4:29 PM PDT

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I don't like it.

  • 10.13.2011 4:30 PM PDT
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GT : lol bloom

If you're playing TU Beta instead of running Customs with good settings and maps I feel bad for you

  • 10.13.2011 4:31 PM PDT

Posted by: THC 4N Swag
If you're playing TU Beta instead of running Customs with good settings and maps I feel bad for you

Unfortunately none of my friends are running ZB customs :(
I wish there were a custom game lobby to make it easier. Hopefully MLG implements ZB, that would be enough for me!

  • 10.13.2011 7:10 PM PDT