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Subject: this is a gameplay test, not a graphics one
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From Frankie's Update

"The graphics range from completely untextured placeholder surfaces, too brilliantly lit and detailed objects. But again, this is a gameplay test, not a graphics one. Lots of folks focus on what technology can do for the appearance of a game - but the 360's prodigious horsepower can also be applied to AI - the behaviors, movements and reactions of computer-controlled characters"

I am glad that Bungie is making sure that the gameplay works before worrying about the graphical razzle dazzle. I have noticed a trend lately to focus on wizz bang visuals and pixel pissing contests amongst game designers overshadowing actual gameplay; but having wonderfully light cathedral windows or ZOMG soft shadows should be at best a minor point.

"If it's fun in an empty cube, it'll be fun later on" - paraphrasing Epic Games.

This fills me with hope that I will enjoy Halo 3.

  • 07.02.2006 9:44 AM PDT
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totaly.

  • 07.02.2006 9:45 AM PDT
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grunt i disagree with all the vids in your sig

  • 07.02.2006 9:54 AM PDT
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lol, i also disagree with the movies in your sig, but agree with this topic !

  • 07.02.2006 10:11 AM PDT

Posted by: a Grunt

I am glad that Bungie is making sure that the gameplay works before worrying about the graphical razzle dazzle.



Razzle dazzle 'em, and they'll make you a star!

I crack me up.

  • 07.02.2006 10:23 AM PDT
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Nice to hear that bungie still doesn't belive in the horrid graphics 1st trend.

=)

[Edited on 7/2/2006]

  • 07.02.2006 10:48 AM PDT