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television
Marge Simpson Enjoys Her First Teabagging In Halo
The twentieth season of Matt Groening's The Simpsons introduces the corpse-desecrating act of "teabagging" to the stalwart Simpsons fan in a not-so-subtle nod to Bungie's Halo 2, complete with mostly accurate Xbox controllers. More »
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Comment by (Zombie) Goldwings: Eh at least they're... trying? Most of the game references the Simpson's do (WOW, Crash Bandicoot, Playstation related things, GTA,... 19 Responses | Other threads
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Bungie's Hiring And Here's How They'll Own You
Bungie producer Allen Murray won't say a word about how the studio's new project is going — but he will tell you how they're getting it done. More »
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By AJ GlasserComment by Altersparck: If only I was smart and experienced enough to have a shot at working for Bungie. :( 6 Responses | Other threads
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Eric Nylund Writes Something Unrelated To Halo
Tor Books announced today that they'd be publishing an original novel from Halo and Gears of War writer/story consultant Eric Nylund. More »
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By AJ GlasserComment by aw3str1k3r: Not to gripe, but that idea he has sounds INCREDIBLY cliche. *cough*MAJORstarwarssimilarities*cough* 7 Responses | Other threads
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media
Halo 2 Available on HBO
Halo.Bungie.org (HBO) has just finished uploading all Halo 2 cutscenes to their servers in gloriously trendy high definition. Halo fans and machinima enthusiasts take note: all of the assets are available for standalone download (none of this embedded crap) and ready to be edited as you see fit. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OmegaX123: @bobtheduck: I'm with ya on that, except what little I played of H3 (namely Forge mode), I loved. Sorry if this... more » | Other threads
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charity
Buy Bungie's Halo Soda Machine
The Bungie folks are auctioning off the Halo Mountain Dew vending machine that's been sitting in their office forever. The machine is signed and illustrated by the entire team and features Halo's Master Chief from the second game. The machine has never actually been used, so it's in terrific condition. All proceeds for the auction will go to The Make a Wish Foundation. If you're a HUGE Halo fan this is probably a one-of-a-kind get. The auction is currently at a whopping $15,000 and doesn't include the shipping charge, which is likely to set you back another $200 to $2,000 depending on where you live in the U.S. More » -
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Halo 2 Finally Going Platinum Hits?
It looks like Microsoft may add one more title to its Platinum Hits line of budget games—Halo 2. Curiously missing from the line of best-sellers and still ringing up for $29.99 US at many retailers, the "Best Selling Xbox Game Ever" may finally be slashed all the way down to $19.99 when it's saddled with a shiny silver border. Yup, it's time to finally pounce. Pounce, people! More »
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Comment by Kovitlac: I recall pre-ordering Halo 2. For the record, I bought Half-Life 2 a year ago and found it to be slow... more » | Other threads
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Xbox 360 Backward Compatibility Updates "Winding Down"
Speaking with Albert Penello, group marketing manager for the Xbox 360, at CES this week, we touched on the future of the Xbox past. The most recent update to the list of original Xbox games that are playable on the Xbox 360, bringing the total to 465 last gen titles, could very well be the last, according to Penello. "I don't know if we have plans to do any more releases," Penello said "It feels like we kind of hit the point of diminishing returns there. I know with the Xbox Originals, there are still things happening there, but in terms of a lot of engineering work around bringing out new titles, I think they're winding that down." More »
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Comment by pvt.nelson: I would like to know if u could update The Chronicles of Riddick, Mortal Kombat Shaolin monks... Thanks more » | Other threads
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Comment by Moe Power: This is really upsetting to read. I can't imagine what those girls were going through. That boy needs to be... more » | Other threads
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Msoft Wants Halo 3 To Top $155 Million in First Day
Microsoft doesn't just want to top Halo 2's first day sales record with the sequel, it wants to blow it out of the water. Variety reports that Microsoft has its eye set on topping the opening weekend box office record of $151 million set by Spider-Man 3, raking in $155 million in a single day. More » -
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Japan Gets Halo History Pack
And by Halo History Pack, Microsoft of Japan means a "Platinum Collection" package featuring both Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2 for a paltry 2,980 yen (about $25 USD). Microsoft is readying the super-budget two-in-one Halo History Pack to get Japanese gamers—okay, Western ex-pats—hyped up for the Xbox 360 release of Halo 3. The double pack, with built-in backward compatibility updates, ships to Japanese retailers on September 12. More »
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Comment by †ЙОSЧЭЯДТЦ†: @Kemuri: But some people don't think it's fun. Get over it. more » | Other threads
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The Halo Product Madness Won't Stop
Halo fans with a little walkin' around money will need to start talking to building contractors, like, yesterday, as the amount of Halo, Halo 2 and Halo 3 licensed everything is going to require it's own room. At Comic Con, Kotobukiya, Wizkids, McFarlane Toys and Gentle Giant showed off a ridiculous amount of Master Chief stuff coming this year and the next. Pics of nearly everything in the gallery below. More »
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Comment by NYC Armor Guy: I personally can't wait for much of this - Esp. the Gentle Giant statues. BTW - It loooks like it's just... more » | Other threads
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i play banned games
Library Offers Halo 2 Competition, People Freak
To attract a teenage readership, an Illinois library has planned a Halo 2 competition for this weekend. Minors can come and participate as long as they've had a permission slip signed by an adult. But to the National Institute on Media and the Family, that's just not enough. President David Walsh claims:...it borders on irresponsibility for a public library to sponsor an activity for kids as young as 12 that the industry itself has said is for adults.
And while the permission slip doesn't specify the game is rated M, how many books in that library—perfectly accessible to children—hold the same level of violence, maturity or societal subversion without any designation? Ah, nevermind. Books like that are better off banned, anyway. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by aslum: Someone asked why Anne Frank was banned. It hasn't been banned to my knowledge, but it has been a target... more » | Other threads
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its in the game
It's Peter Moore Photoshop Time
We're sad to see Peter Moore move on from Microsoft. Not that we're Xbox fanboys, just that it's going to be really hard to put together a list of questions about Madden NFL 2009 or whatever year FIFA is on now ('99?) to ask of Moore next time we see him. To comemmorate his departure from the Xbox family and to have a bit of fun, we're having a Peter Moore Tattoo Photoshop Throwdown. Yes, of course, this is clearly a Something Awful forums Photoshop Phriday swipe, but that doesn't mean we won't enjoy ourselves. More »
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Comment by Dumptrick: I just read about this contest at 9:01 :( Was going to do a 360 red ring of death tatoo but... more » | Other threads
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week in games
Week in Games: Mario Party 8 Edition
As I depart the Big Apple (where I've been reporting from all weekend) I leave you with this list of games coming out this week. Mario Party looks like it might be some fun with the addition of the Wii remote mechanic and I'd like to see how the 2d to 3d Crush is for the PSP. Other than that, I can satisfy myself with finishing up Silent Hill 2 which for some reason I decided to haul out of the mothballs. Anyone going to round out a holiday weekend by picking one or two of these up? More » -
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Halo Zune Hands-On
As I write this I am listening to the haunting strains of Ancient Machine from the Halo 2 Volume 1 soundtrack on Halo Zune. The Zune, sent my way from Microsoft, is pretty neat looking, and does have a slew of original content, but it's still a Zune. That is to say, while I love the huge screen for video playback and the great all-you-can-eat music service, I'm still ticked that it skips when playing some music back and that Microsoft still hasn't gotten around to adding television and movies to their store.
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week in games
Week in Games: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End Edition
It's a mixed bag of titles this week. We have a movie franchise game, a new RPG, the re-emergence of a classic, a comic card game, mechs, a high school sim and even the simple crossword puzzle. Not a whole lot that's of too much interest to me although I kind of want to see the Pirates game just because those character models are stunning. Anything here you'll be picking up? More » -
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Clip: Halo 2 VS Halo 3
Every time I see new Halo 3 footage, I struggle to see the real improvement over Halo 2. I can see upgraded textures and skins and such, but otherwise I cannot discern much difference. If only there were some sort of...comparison video for the two games available through..say, GameTrailers. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by PIG20: @aykay: Really? Gears of War wasn't a big jump? more » | Other threads
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cross promotion
A Music Player For Master Chief
Microsoft cross-promotion at its best! On June 15th, a special Halo 3 Zune music player will be available exclusively at GameStop for US $249.99. The 30GB black device (better than brown!) comes pre-loaded with tons of Halo, Halo 2 and Halo 3 goodies like vids, music, trailers and artwork for you to stare at on that 3-inch screen. Hit the jump for the details. Yes, the details! More »
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buy vista plz
Clip: Halo 2 Vista Trailer
Witness Microsoft and Bungie's latest attempt to get me to not only buy a game I've already played through but also cripple my computer with Windows Vista at the same time. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Sullyville: If MS released Gears of War right now for Vista, instead of Halo 2, I think the entirety of PC... more » | Other threads
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halo
New Halo 2 Maps Available Now
Those two new Halo 2 maps, Tombstone and Desolation, are available for download as we speak. If you download fast you might just get a few kills in before the H2 obsessives figure out to kill you before you actually spawn again. You get both maps for $4, less than the price of a Guitar Hero song pack. Just keep in mind you won't be able to use Live points for the purchase, as we have to include the unfortunates still playing on the original Xbox or they'll be sad. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by gibber: I dont care that the new maps are only four dollars. Thats really cheap. But to Bungie or Microsoft... more » | Other threads
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halo 2
Halo 2 PC Achievements
What could be more exciting than playing a three year old game on a new, untested and relatively unstable new operating system? Playing it for achievement points! Achieve360Points.com has posted a listing of the achievements to be unlocked once the Vista version of Halo 2 hits in May. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Sasquatch: @Protector one: I've always been partial to "Balderdash" myself. It's such a good word. Back to the topic, though. ... more » | Other threads
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Comment by LORDofDANCE: @humongous_mouse: Halo may stand on Goldeneyes shoulders, but it has reached higher than any console shooter ever. more » | Other threads
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bungie
Bungie Updates Us On Halo 3's Exploding Barrel Status
In this week's Bungie Weekly Update, Frankie finally reveals details on Halo 3 hottest topic: Fusion Cores. What are Fusion Cores? They're the exploding barrels of the Halo universe and house highly explosive and deadly materials in a lightweight unprotective casing. More »
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Comment by Gamerleet0374: @NinjaBurg3r: The people don't care, because they are clearly trolling based on their one hour experience of playing Halo. more » | Other threads
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halo
Halo Machinima Red Vs. Blue To Wrap Soon
Rooster Teeth Production's long running machinima series based on Halo: Combat Evolved will conclude its Blood Gulch Chronicles in a matter of weeks. When the series made its debut four years ago on April 1st, 2003 it was originally intended as a mini-series that would span no more than 8 episodes. Ninety-three machinima later, with four feature-length DVDs under their belt, the Rooster Teeth team is finally wrapping it up. More »
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Comment by Great_Destroyer: Blarg Hay guys, as you probably know, I am(Was)actually in the series RvB. Just a little heads up to everyone, the... more » | Other threads
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halo
Bungie Exposes New Halo 2 Maps
Look! It's a Bungie announcement not involving Halo 3! On April 17th, two new multiplayer maps for Halo 2 will be made available on both the original Xbox and the 360. These aren't just any maps mind you, but remakes of two of the most popular battlefields from the original Halo, Hang 'Em High and Dereclict. The maps have been overhauled, rebalanced, packed with new features and rechristened Tombstone and Desolation. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by RedTower: 16 quarters is a great way to put it. i probly have $4 in change sitting on my desk from... more » | Other threads
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xbox live
Xbox Live Strikes Back
After a longer than scheduled down time for Xbox Live server maintenance (about four hours longer than planned for) Xbox Live is back up and ready to be populated. More »
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oddities
Halo Bible Study
By way of Gamerscore Blog comes this intriguing concept: Bible study conducting in the lobby of a Halo 2 multiplayer game. More »
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Rumor: Halo 2 Theme in Guitar Hero II
Computer and Video Games is reporting on a rumor from Official Xbox Magazine that the Halo Mjolnir Theme Song will be a downloadable add-on song for Guitar Hero II when it hits the Xbox 360. More »
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Comment by serotoninzero: Someone scripted it for Frets on Fire... It's not bad, and that's not an official release. I think imma go try it... more » | Other threads
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Comment by halosdead: the original halo was sucked, but after that they sucked. 2nd and 3rd was the same. i even sold my... 1 Responses | Other threads
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Comment by Sharpless: That is an absolutely awesome quote. It's good to hear the people who made the game actually say that something... more » | Other threads
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Comment by Sweetz: Regarding framerate, Halo 1 obviously had performances problems because Gearbox's graphics programmers did a poor job porting the engine. ... more » | Other threads
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By Mike FaheyComment by denki: I don't and haven't ever played H2 online, I play only with a group of about 8 friends on linked... more » | Other threads
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By fdemarcoComment by shibbyjames: We will always take into consideration the comments of our readers, but when it comes down to it we are... more » | Other threads
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Comment by Blain: For me the bottom line is this. I care about the acting in games, so I want the actors paid well... more » | Other threads
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Comment by Phantom Saint: electro lemon: just plug your av cables into your vidio recorder and record while playing it may work even better if... more » | Other threads
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Comment by S2hedgehog: While my opinion for Halo's single player is small, I found the first Halo's multiplayer to be MUCH better than... more » | Other threads
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Comment by KaneRobot: I'd hope Cheapy would wait until they had a "buy 2 hours, get one free" deal. more » | Other threads
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