Author Topic: Halo Wars (Read 15728 times)

Master KChief · « **on:** February 21, 2009, 07:40:32 PM »

i cannot get enough of this game. even though it isnt out yet (releases in the US on march 3rd), i find myself playing the demo over and over and over for hours...its an incredible game. anyone that has played an ensemble game (age of empires namely) can appreciate the amount of depth they really put into this game! its so easy to pick up at first...the usual formula of finding/producing resources, then start building...but theres so much more depth to it...so many different strategies to implement. i also like how it included 'leaders' as well with their own special abilities/units. the fact that its all about halo, one of the coolest videogame franchises in history...what more can a RTS fan ask for? anyone else looking forward to this game or played the demo?

Sean · « **Reply #1 on:** February 21, 2009, 07:51:06 PM »

Didn't Ensemble Studios go defunct? Also, ES makes excellent games, but their customer service is terrible.

redemption99 · « **Reply #2 on:** February 21, 2009, 07:54:11 PM »

I've already pre-ordered the Limited Edition! I played the demo a lot but stopped recently because the game is coming out soon and i can't wait.

Master KChief · « **Reply #3 on:** February 21, 2009, 07:58:35 PM »

Quote from: Sean on February 21, 2009, 07:51:06 PM

Didn't Ensemble Studios go defunct? Also, ES makes excellent games, but their customer service is terrible.

not exactly defunct...technically they'll be closing down after Halo Wars is released, but they're creating a new studio after the closing as well. they'll be working closely with microsoft studios on future projects, as well as providing continuing support for Halo Wars. so its still all good.

Lamborghini_diablo · « **Reply #4 on:** February 21, 2009, 08:00:03 PM »

I thought I'd heard that Halo Wars was like, the "simple" version of an RTS?

Master KChief · « **Reply #5 on:** February 21, 2009, 08:11:10 PM »

how so?

Isildur · « **Reply #6 on:** February 21, 2009, 08:52:10 PM »

Quote from: Lamborghini_diablo on February 21, 2009, 08:00:03 PM

I thought I'd heard that Halo Wars was like, the "simple" version of an RTS?

Its only that because it uses the Battle for Middle Earth 1 type of set up where you get 9(?) spots to build things instead of picking any where to build, imo this is my fave type of rts and by no means is it simple.

I still think Bfme2 is the best rts on 360 Halo Wars comes close but isnt epic enough imo.

Alex_Olijar · « **Reply #7 on:** February 21, 2009, 09:26:10 PM »

BTME is on the 360? Wow I am behind. Once I get a job, I plan on picking this up. Mainly for Mythic but whatever.

Isildur · « **Reply #8 on:** February 21, 2009, 09:44:55 PM »

Quote from: Janissary on February 21, 2009, 09:26:10 PM

BTME is on the 360? Wow I am behind. Once I get a job, I plan on picking this up. Mainly for Mythic but whatever.

Does Mythic come with both versions of the game or only the Limited?

Alex_Olijar · « **Reply #9 on:** February 21, 2009, 10:09:31 PM »

Both I believe.

Isildur · « **Reply #10 on:** February 21, 2009, 10:27:43 PM »

Quote from: Janissary on February 21, 2009, 10:09:31 PM

Both I believe.

Ooh I was just going to get it for Halo Wars but now that makes it all the more worth it!

Master KChief · « **Reply #11 on:** February 22, 2009, 06:10:46 AM »

Mythic will ONLY be shipping with the limited edition Halo Wars; you CANNOT get it in the regular edition.

halo wars not epic enough? i'd just like to point out that the demo is simply just that; a demonstration of things to come. not everything that you could normally do was included with the demo. i know for a fact you can zoom in very, very, VERY close to get a nice view of the action and fighting going on...lots of detail. this zoom level was not included with the demo. also, certain upgrades and units for each leader was also held back on the demo. its only meant to give you a little taste of the awesomeness of halo wars so you'll buy the full version.

michael/michaelssword · « **Reply #12 on:** February 22, 2009, 08:47:39 AM »

Quote from: Master KChief on February 22, 2009, 06:10:46 AM

Mythic will ONLY be shipping with the limited edition Halo Wars; you CANNOT get it in the regular edition.

halo wars not epic enough? i'd just like to point out that the demo is simply just that; a demonstration of things to come. not everything that you could normally do was included with the demo. i know for a fact you can zoom in very, very, VERY close to get a nice view of the action and fighting going on...lots of detail. this zoom level was not included with the demo. also, certain upgrades and units for each leader was also held back on the demo. its only meant to give you a little taste of the awesomeness of halo wars so you'll buy the full version.

now if only the idiots will make it for the computer

redemption99 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 22, 2009, 01:17:32 PM »

Quote from: Master KChief on February 22, 2009, 06:10:46 AM

Mythic will ONLY be shipping with the limited edition Halo Wars; you CANNOT get it in the regular edition.

halo wars not epic enough? i'd just like to point out that the demo is simply just that; a demonstration of things to come. not everything that you could normally do was included with the demo. i know for a fact you can zoom in very, very, VERY close to get a nice view of the action and fighting going on...lots of detail. this zoom level was not included with the demo. also, certain upgrades and units for each leader was also held back on the demo. its only meant to give you a little taste of the awesomeness of halo wars so you'll buy the full version.

it worked...

Lawfuldog · « **Reply #14 on:** February 22, 2009, 03:00:04 PM »

Halo Wars is amazing.

That is all.

The Schaef · « **Reply #15 on:** February 26, 2009, 03:25:37 PM »

Quote from: Master KChief on February 21, 2009, 07:40:32 PM

what more can a RTS fan ask for?

Starcraft II.

Lamborghini_diablo · « **Reply #16 on:** February 26, 2009, 04:03:44 PM »

Quote from: The Schaef on February 26, 2009, 03:25:37 PM

Quote from: Master KChief on February 21, 2009, 07:40:32 PM
what more can a RTS fan ask for?

Starcraft II.

Win.

Lozo777 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 27, 2009, 03:02:43 PM »

I would love to have the demo but it stops downloading when i play halo 3.

Alex_Olijar · « **Reply #18 on:** February 27, 2009, 04:38:48 PM »

so sit at the DB for awhile.

VenomFan · « **Reply #19 on:** February 27, 2009, 10:05:34 PM »

For me this game represents the best of StarCraft and the best of Empire at War. I may still prefer StarCraft, but this comes in a clear 2nd.

Master KChief · « **Reply #20 on:** February 28, 2009, 01:31:18 AM »

Quote from: Lozo777 on February 27, 2009, 03:02:43 PM

I would love to have the demo but it stops downloading when i play halo 3.

all downloading stops when you play ANY game, not just halo 3. be patient, and let it download.

Master KChief · « **Reply #21 on:** March 03, 2009, 08:33:51 AM »

BEST. GAME. EVAR.

thats all i have to say.

Lawfuldog · « **Reply #22 on:** March 03, 2009, 04:17:33 PM »

Agreed. I got it yesterday, can't stop playing it.

Master KChief · « **Reply #23 on:** March 03, 2009, 10:38:09 PM »

wow, i know...its SO addicting...i went to bed at 730am this morning playing it all the way from midnight!

i especially like how you can team up with a buddy or two and play 2v2 or 3v3 on xbox live...building massive armies with 2 other buddies is really fun!

Isildur · « **Reply #24 on:** March 03, 2009, 11:17:59 PM »

Quote from: Master KChief on March 03, 2009, 10:38:09 PM

wow, i know...its SO addicting...i went to bed at 7:30am this morning playing it all the way from midnight!

i especially like how you can team up with a buddy or two and play 2v2 or 3v3 on xbox live...building massive armies with 2 other buddies is really fun!

wow... Its a good game but its nothing compared to starcraft lol

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