- Frogwart
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Posted by: Lovell
Halo emphasized the two weapon system that's brought more of a strategic value. The weapons themselves have their downsides and upsides (aside from a weapon that I need not mention, since you guys can probably guess what it is), along with many other things that I'm sure you guys know. What I think is that you guys need to move from out of your comfort zones and throw yourselves into that exploding warthog until you're comfortable with the idea of destructable vehicles and tracking rockets. Besides, it's Bungie that's making the game, so you don't have to worry that much about balance issues, since, in my opinion, have done for the most part a good job with Halo, aside from a few details. :-)
Maybe it appears I'm riding the fence on this, and I don't mean to give that impression.
If I had one choice only, I'd go destructible and rocket-tracking, pure and simple. I totally trust Bungie to make a game that will kick my ass, as they did with Halo, which was the single reason I've bought two Xboxes in the last two years. Other games entertained me, but Halo consistently thrills me and is never boring.
In playing Halo today, I thought constantly about how I would have to improve my 'hoggin' skills when playing Halo 2. I pride myself on my abilities behind the wheel, and I'm a little afraid of having my ride blown apart around me, but I'm excited as hell by the idea, too.
I've all ready suggested to some friends that the way to capitalize on this new feature will be with kamikaze runs--one or two men in the 'hog riding into the enemy's base, one man on the outside (but still in sight of the 'hog) with a rocket launcher. Drive in, jump out (or follow the enemies as they try and run), get blasted by a rocket and see all the enemies fly!
I love being challenged in a game, and I think Halo 2 will be so full of challenges, both in Campaign and MP, I won't want to play any other games (sorry Doom 3, sorry Half-Life 2) the rest of this and most of next year. I doubt Bungie will prove me wrong.
The topic boils down to something Lovell (among others) touched on--using strategy. Yes, your ride is susceptible to attack, and can become a rolling gas can, but that also means you have the opportunity to improve yourself and become a better player, maybe even a player who can keep his 'hog (or whatever vehicle) safe for an entire MP game. That is, if you choose to rise to the challange.