Showing posts with label Bungie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bungie. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Activision And Bungie Announce A Destiny Beta Will Start In Early 2014, Release New Trailer

Activision and Bungie have announced there will be a beta for Destiny. the beta is currently set to start in early 2014 across PS3, PS4, 360 and Xbox One. fans can earn a beta spot by pre-ordering the game at a participating retailer. a new trailer has also been released for Destiny showing the Moon location and Hive enemy.



Press Release

Monday, September 30, 2013

Activision And Bungie Have Revealed The Boxarts For Destiny


Activision and Bungie have revealed the Boxart for Destiny. there appears to be no difference in the boxart between the PS3, PS4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One versions. over on the PlayStation Blog, Bungie have teased some announcements and trailer coming from tomorrow.




Saturday, August 24, 2013

Bungie Have Released A New ViDoc For Destiny, Talking About Co-op, Customisation And More

Bungie have released a new ViDoc for Destiny. this video features members of the development team talking about various aspects of the game. they talk about the 3 weapon system, your character customisation and subsequent progression, encountering other players in your game, and powers you get from supers.

Friday, August 23, 2013

Bungie Have Released New Screenshots And A Fact Sheet For Destiny And Released A Behind The Scenes Look At Their Booth Statue

Bungie have released a new video showing the creation of the statue they used in their GamesCom booth, the statue was of a Fallen captain. Bungie have also released new screenshots, that are best viewed in full screen.



Screenshots


Fact Sheet

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Bungie Have Released A Live Action Trailer For Destiny Ahead Of Its Gameplay Reveal On 10th June

Bungie have released a live action trailer for Destiny. Directed by Jon Favreau and starring Giancarlo Esposito, this trailer is titled The Law Of The Jungle and features 3 guardians in action. Bungie have also announced gameplay will be revealed at E3 on 10th June, which is also the day Sony have their E3 Press conference so i wouldn't be surprised to see it there on PS4.


Thursday, February 21, 2013

Bungie Announce Destiny Is Coming To The PlayStation 4, Reveal PS3 And PS4 Get Exclusive Content

Bungie have confirmed that as well as a PlayStation 3 version of the game, Destiny is also coming to the PlayStation 4. both PlayStation games will have exclusive content that other versions won't have. both the PS3 and PS4 versions of the game will come out at the same time when Destiny comes out.



Source: EU PlayStation Blog

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Bungie Reveal Destiny, Release New Video Revealing Story, Your Character And More

Bungie have revealed Destiny in a video documentary. no platforms are announced in this video and there is no release date either. however, this video does reveal key elements of the story. 

Destiny is set on earth, an earth ravaged by some oppressive force. people from Earth used to travel the solar system and had a golden age, but this was brought to an abrupt end by some unknown force that nearly wiped out life on earth. that is until the traveler arrived, apparently using it's own life force to save mankind.

since then, the travelers ship has stayed located just above earth and a new city has been built underneath. the people of earth are once again exploring their planet, but what they are finding isn't that friendly. that's where you, the player comes in. you play as a guardian, someone who has a small amount of power the traveler had. you have to defend the city and defeat the enemies of earth to reclaim it.



The Video features several pieces of artwork and concept art of Earth, music and some possible in-game cinematics. Bungie reveal they have a 10 year plan for the series and the video shows some sort of social media and iPhone App integration to the game to help set up multiplayer between players and keep up to date with the game.

Concept Art


Update
Amazon.com currently lists Destiny as coming to both the PS3 and Xbox 360. Amazon lists them as coming out on 31st December, which is most likely a placeholder. as the release date is a placeholder...i guess there is some chance that Destiny could be coming to other unannounced platforms.

Source: Destiny

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Bungie Have Released A Video Of The Tempest Map From The Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC

Bungie have released a new video for the Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC. this video focuses on the Tempest map. the video offers a good look at the Tempest Map whilst some of the developers behind the game talk about many different aspects of the level. all this is happening whilst they are busy attacking each other.




Bungie Have Released A Video Of The Anchor 9 Map From The Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC

Bungie have released a new video for the Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC. this video focuses on the Anchor 9 map. the video offers a good look at the Anchor 9 Map whilst some of the developers behind the game talk about many different aspects of the level. all this is happening whilst they are busy attacking each other.




Bungie Have Released A Video Of The Breakpoint Map From The Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC

Bungie have released a new video for the Halo Reach Noble Map Pack DLC. this video focuses on the Breakpoint Map. the video offers a good look at the Breakpoint Map whilst some of the developers behind the game talk about many different aspects of the level. all this is happening whilst they are busy attacking each other.




Friday, October 15, 2010

Microsoft Announce Noble Map Pack For Halo Reach Comes Out 30th November For 800 MS Points

Microsoft have revealed the first map pack for Halo Reach. The Nobel Map Pack is set to come out on 30th November for 800 MS Points and bring to Halo Reach 3 new multiplayer maps and 250 additional Gamerscore points. The 3 maps are Tempest, an abandoned Shore Line Facility, Anchor 9, a low orbit dry dock, and Breakpoint, Icy Modular archaeological labs.

Tempest supports 8 – 16 players and offers a variety of modes including Free for All, Team Slayer, Team Objective and Big Team Battle. Tempest also provides players with a huge Forge palette. Anchor 9 allows 2-8 players to face off in game variants including Free for All, Team Slayer and Team Objective. Breakpoint offers multiplayer mayhem for 8-16 players, and supports the Invasion and Big Team Battle game variants.

Screenshots


Press Release

LONDON - 14 October 2010 – On 30 November, the first map pack for the biggest game of the year, “Halo: Reach,” launches on Xbox LIVE and at retail locations worldwide. The Noble Map Pack introduces three new explosive environments into the online multiplayer battlefield, each designed to reinforce all of “Halo: Reach’s” vital warfronts, from small scale engagements to massive Invasion battlegrounds.

The blockbuster prequel to the landmark “Halo” trilogy, “Halo: Reach” generated more than $200 million in sales in the first 24 hours in the U.S. and Europe, eclipsing every game, movie and music premiere this year and solidifying its status as the biggest U.K. entertainment launch of 2010. With the release of the Noble Map Pack on 30 November, the fight for humanity will continue to rage on a galactic scale, from a frozen xeno-archaeology site harbouring centuries old secrets, to an orbital anchor defending the stars high above planet Reach and to mysterious places far, far beyond:

Tempest – “Though we may never fully understand these devices, it is not our nature to leave ancient stones unturned.” This abandoned shoreline facility bends both sea and sky to an unnatural purpose, but the ground itself has quickly become another all too familiar battlefield. Though the two opposing symmetrical bases may never reveal their ancient purpose, both now offer makeshift shelter and access to strategic routes perfectly suited for small and large scale skirmishes alike. Tempest supports 8 – 16 players and offers a variety of modes including Free for All, Team Slayer, Team Objective and Big Team Battle. Tempest also provides players with a huge Forge palette, allowing them to create new custom map variants that can be shared with the community-at-large

Anchor 9 – “Orbital dockyards provide rapid refuelling and repairs for a variety of UNSC vessels.” Within the confines of this low orbit dry-dock, UNSC craft undergo rapid repair and rearmament in support of the enduring war effort. But for the small squads of infantry who now fight over the mirrored interior hallways and open central hangar bay, this platform no longer provides any safe harbour – whether the close quarters combat is occurring inside or out of its artificial gravitational field. Anchor 9 allows 2-8 players to face off in game variants including Free for All, Team Slayer and Team Objective

Breakpoint – “ONI officials believe the data buried within this artefact is key to our survival.” Atop this icy precipice, the Invasion continues. These modular archaeological labs were never intended to withstand such a large scale onslaught of Covenant military power, but the information being extracted here may prove vital to humanity’s survival. In response to the imminent Covenant threat, UNSC ground and air assets have been deployed to bolster entrenched Spartan countermeasures. This dig site must yield salvation, or it will become a grave. Breakpoint offers multiplayer mayhem for 8-16 players, and supports the Invasion and Big Team Battle game variants

Developed by award-winning studio Bungie, the Noble Map Pack will include all new Achievements worth a total of 250 Gamerscore and will be available for purchase for 800 Microsoft Points either directly from Xbox LIVE or with a Microsoft Points card sold at retail locations worldwide.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

BradyGames Reveal The 6 Cover Images For Their Halo Reach Signature Series Strategy Guide

BradyGames have revealed the 6 different cover images for the Halo Reach Signature Series strategy guide. the 6 cover images are each of the Spartans from Noble 6. the 352 page Signature Series Strategy Guide costs £12.99 and the 448 page limited edition hardcover costs £19.99.

Each of the guides offers:
  • Exclusive maps found only in the official guide show locations of enemy engagements and weapon caches for the campaign.
  • A complete campaign walkthrough that is carefully written to guide the user through all difficulty levels.
  • The enemies and characters sections show official art, bios, and stat lists.
  • Chapters cover the new Credit System and Armor Customisation features, providing information and tactics for obtaining all the available armor pieces for achieving character customisation in the fastest way possible.
  • A complete guide on how to unlock all the Achievements to boost your Xbox 360 Gamerscore.
The Signature Series is printed on premium paper and has all the points above. The Limited Edition hardcover features an exclusive 96-page Developer’s Diary with concept art and personal commentary from the design team at Bungie, as well as a high quality dust jacket with an exclusive cover as well as all the points above.

Signature Editions


Press Release

9th September 2010 – London, UK/… BradyGames today revealed the cover images from the Limited Edition run of its Halo Reach Strategy Guide – the only official guide to one of the biggest entertainment launches of the year. Underneath the evocative dustjacket image of the planet Reach lies a member of Noble 6, the elite supersoldier Spartan squad tasked with defending Reach from the alien Covenant.

Purchasers of the Halo Reach Limited Edition strategy guide, released alongside the game on Tuesday, 14th September 2010, will receive one of six individual Spartan covers*, including the likes of Noble Team leader Carter-A259, the bionic arm-wielding Kat-B320, heavy weapons specialist Jorge-052, or marksman Jun-A266.

Fittingly for a videogame launch of this calibre, the official Halo Reach guide will be released in two formats: the 352-page Signature Series book with an RRP of £12.99, and the 448-page Limited Edition hardcover that includes bonus content for £19.99.

With a pedigree that has seen it develop strategy guides for some of the biggest video games of all time, BradyGames’ official Halo Reach strategy guides continues this tradition and are the only choice for gamers looking to experience everything that the latest instalment in the Halo franchise has to offer.

Follow the action of Noble team and their grim mission to try and prevent the planet Reach from falling into the hands of the Covenant. BradyGames’Halo Reach guides will be an essential collectible item for all Halo fans, and features:
The Signature Series guide is printed on premium paper and features multiple finishes.
The Limited Edition hardcover features an exclusive 96-page Developer’s Diary with concept art and personal commentary from the design team at Bungie, as well as a high quality dust jacket with an exclusive cover
Exclusive maps found only in the official guide show locations of enemy engagements and weapon caches for the campaign.
A complete campaign walkthrough that is carefully written to guide the user through all difficulty levels.
The enemies and characters sections show official art, bios, and stat lists.
Chapters cover the new Credit System and Armor Customisation features, providing information and tactics for obtaining all the available armor pieces for achieving character customisation in the fastest way possible.
A complete guide on how to unlock all the Achievements to boost your Xbox 360 Gamerscore.

*Consumers will not know which Noble Team image they get until the dust jacket is removed.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Microsoft Have Released A Live Action Trailer For Halo Reach

Microsoft have released a new live action trailer for Halo Reach. the trailer shows glimpses of different peoples lives in what appears to be moments before the attack on Reach.




Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Bungie Have Released A Highlight Video Of Memorable Moments From The Halo Reach Beta

Bungie have released a video that has highlights of memorable moments from the Halo Reach Beta. the video has footage taken from some of the best film clips that were uploaded to Bungie. this video can be downloaded from Bungie.net.



Press Release

LONDON – 25 May 2010 - As a way to commemorate the conclusion of the “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta last week, Bungie released a highlight video today pulled from memorable moments created by the players themselves. Dubbed “The Good, the Badass and the Ugly,” the video takes a loving look at some of the best Film Clips of the beta, including brilliant plays, badass moments and the not so beautiful bugs. Bungie created the video as a way to thank the more than 2.7 million fans who helped make entertainment history this month by participating in the largest console beta ever.

“The Good, the Badass and the Ugly” video is available for download now on Bungie.net, Halo Waypoint on Xbox LIVE, and Halo.Xbox.com. Developed exclusively for Xbox 360 by acclaimed studio Bungie, “Halo: Reach” is available for pre-order today in Standard, Limited and Legendary Editions and launches worldwide starting 14 September 2010.

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Thursday, April 29, 2010

Microsoft And Bungie Have Released The Extended "Birth Of A Spartan" Video

Microsoft and Bungie have released the extended "Birth Of A Spartan" video. this video has more music and more story on how Carter 259 became a Spartan II and the leader of Noble Team.




Monday, April 26, 2010

Microsoft Announce “Birth of a Spartan,” A live Action Advert Coming 27th April

Microsoft have announced “Birth of a Spartan”. This is a live action short that will be played in the UK and USA on TV as well as appearing in cinemas in the USA. “Birth of a Spartan” has been directed by Noam Murro and tells the story of Carter 259, the leader of "Noble Team" in Halo Reach.

This 60 second add is going to premier in the UK on 27th April on Sky Sports 2, at full time during the Champions League match between Lyon and Bayern Munich. The add will also be available on Sky Player and will also be shown on 28th April on ITV 1 after the Barcelona vs Inter Milian Champions League Match. The Video will appear on www.welcometonobleteam.com on 27th April, and the site will also allow users to upload a photo of themselves and turn it into a Spartan III. Xbox Live Gold Members will get the chance to download a 2 minute 3 second long version of the video on 28th April.

Press Release

LONDON – 26 April 2010 - Brace yourselves for a riveting glimpse into one of the darkest secrets of the “Halo” universe. This week is the premiere of “Birth of a Spartan,” a live-action short directed by award-winning director Noam Murro. Airing on multiple U.K. and U.S. TV networks and also showing in cinemas across North America, “Birth of a Spartan” is a stirring depiction of the transformation of Carter 259, the future leader of Noble Team in “Halo: Reach,” from an ordinary young man to a superhuman Spartan warrior.

The highly classified bio-augmentation procedure is a Spartan candidate’s final and most difficult ordeal before joining the ranks of the legendary soldiers. The dramatic interpretation of Carter’s rebirth as a Spartan embodies the themes of courage, sacrifice and honor in “Halo: Reach” and gives viewers a unique look into the origins of a central character in the upcoming blockbuster game.

The 60 second ad short premieres in the U.K. on Tuesday, April 27 via Sky Sports 2 at the full time whistle of the Champions League semi-final between Lyon and Bayern Munich. Watch it live or on demand on Sky Player, Sky’s online TV service on Xbox 360 via Xbox LIVE. And if you miss it, catch it again on Wednesday 28th April on ITV 1 after the Champions League Semi Final between Barcelona vs Inter Milan. The short will also air on multiple shows across sixteen other U.K. and U.S. TV networks, including Comedy Central, Spike TV, Bravo, FX, TNT and TBS.

The short will be available on www.welcometonobleteam.com on Tuesday, April 27 at 5.00 am GMT. In addition to being able to view the short, users can also upload a photo of themselves and get an image created of them as a Spartan III. On the following day a special, extended two minute 30 second version will be available for download on Xbox LIVE exclusively for Gold members. The ad short will also premiere on April 28 in cinemas across North America in select theaters with screenings through the opening weekend of “Iron Man 2” and concludes on May 13.

“Birth of a Spartan” was directed by Noam Murro, the director of the 2008 feature film “Smart People” and numerous award-winning ad spots for Toshiba, Saturn, Volkswagen and more. The recipient of the Director’s Guild of America’s 2005 Director of the Year award, Murro was also recently named the U.K.’s #1 director by Campaign magazine. For production of the short, Microsoft partnered with Biscuit Filmworks Co., a production company Murro founded in 2000.

Developed by acclaimed studio Bungie, “Halo: Reach” launches this autumn exclusively on Xbox 360, and is available for pre-order today in standard, Limited and Legendary editions. The “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta, which is poised to be the definitive Xbox LIVE event of this spring, kicks off in one week on May 3. Players can access the beta via the “Halo 3: ODST” campaign disc.

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About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a superior video game and entertainment system delivering the best games, unique entertainment features and a unified online gaming network that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 has a portfolio of more than 300 games in nearly 40 countries. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE connects more than 23 million members across 26 countries to each other and the entertainment they love. Home of more entertainment from one remote than can be found from any device connected to the television, Xbox LIVE is also a unified online social network bringing friends together, no matter where they are — in the living room or across the world. More information and Xbox LIVE membership can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/live/bestoflive/connectnow.htm.

About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

Note to editors: If you are interested in viewing additional information on Microsoft, please visit the Microsoft Web page at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass on Microsoft’s corporate information pages. Web links, telephone numbers and titles were correct at time of publication, but may since have changed. For additional assistance, journalists and analysts may contact Microsoft’s Rapid Response Team or other appropriate contacts listed athttp://www.microsoft.com/presspass/contactpr.mspx.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Bungie Reveal Halo Reach Will Be Available At Retail In Standard, Limited, And Legendary Editions

Bungie have revealed that when Halo Reach comes out at retail, 3 versions will be available. there will be the Standard, Limited, And Legendary Editions. In the UK, The Standard Edition has an estimated price of £49.99, The Limited Edition estimated price is £59.99, and the Legendary price has an estimated price of £99.99. The Limited and Legendary editions are expected to sell out quickly and fans are advised to pre-order them.

Standard Edition
Limited Edition
• Game disc housed in recovered ONI ”black box”
• An exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes
• Artifact bag containing Dr. Halsey’s personal journal and other classified documents and effects that unravel long held secrets from the “Halo” universe


Legendary Edition
• Game disc housed in recovered ONI ”black box”
• An exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes
• Artifact bag containing Dr. Halsey’s personal journal and other classified documents and effects that unravel long held secrets from the “Halo” universe
• 10" Noble Team statue expertly crafted by the artisans at McFarlane Toys. Individually molded, hand-painted and individually numbered, this statue is a must-have for any serious “Halo” fan (weighs 10 lbs)
• UNSC-themed custom packaging
• An exclusive multiplayer Spartan armour effect


Press Release

New ViDoc Takes Viewers Behind the Scenes of the Highly Anticipated Multiplayer Beta Launching May 3 Worldwide Available for pre-order starting today at participating retailers worldwide are the Limited and Legendary editions of “Halo: Reach,” each packed with exclusive content fans won’t want to miss. Additionally, today Bungie unveils a new action-packed video documentary offering a behind-the-scenes look at the development of “Halo: Reach” and a sneak peek at the new modes, features and content that players will be able to test when the multiplayer beta kicks off on May 3.

“Halo: Reach” will be available in standard, Limited and Legendary editions when the game launches this autumn. Both the Limited and Legendary editions are filled with content based on the fiction of “Halo: Reach” and the “Halo” universe, and are expected to sell out quickly. The Legendary edition, which will be produced in very limited quantities, is designed for the “Halo” fan who has to have it all. The centerpiece is a collectable 10 inch tall, more than 10 pound statue of Noble Team, created by the acclaimed designers at McFarlane Toys. Full details on the contents of the Limited and Legendary editions are below:

“Halo: Reach” Limited Edition
In addition to the game disc and manual, the Limited edition includes:
• Game disc housed in recovered ONI ”black box”
• An exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes
• Artifact bag containing Dr. Halsey’s personal journal and other classified documents and effects that unravel long held secrets from the “Halo” universe

“Halo: Reach” Legendary Edition
The complete “Halo: Reach” collection. In addition to the game disc, manual, and the complete contents of the Limited edition, the Legendary edition includes:
• Noble Team statue expertly crafted by the artisans at McFarlane Toys. Individually molded, hand-painted and individually numbered, this statue is a must-have for any serious “Halo” fan
• UNSC-themed custom packaging
• An exclusive multiplayer Spartan armour effect

The standard edition of “Halo: Reach” will have an estimated price of £49.99, and the Limited and Legendary editions of the game will retail for £59.99 and £99.99, respectively. The two special editions will be available at select retailers only while supplies last, so fans who want to secure their copy and ensure access to the exclusive in-game armor sets are encouraged to pre-order quickly.

The Beta Drops May 3rd!
Now less than two weeks away, the “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta is poised to be the definitive Xbox LIVE event of this spring. The beta will offer millions of “Halo” fans a unique opportunity to test and help refine the biggest blockbuster game of 2010. Representing the best-in-class multiplayer elements that have become the hallmark of the “Halo” series and fused with a host of new content and features, “Halo: Reach” offers the most robust, action-packed multiplayer experience ever and promises to set a new standard for competitive gameplay, customization and community integration.

Developed by acclaimed studio Bungie, “Halo: Reach” launches in the autumn of 2010 exclusively on Xbox 360.

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About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a superior video game and entertainment system delivering the best games, unique entertainment features and a unified online gaming network that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 has a portfolio of more than 300 games in nearly 40 countries. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE connects more than 23 million members across 26 countries to each other and the entertainment they love. Home of more entertainment from one remote than can be found from any device connected to the television, Xbox LIVE is also a unified online social network bringing friends together, no matter where they are — in the living room or across the world. More information and Xbox LIVE membership can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/live/bestoflive/connectnow.htm.

About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

Note to editors: If you are interested in viewing additional information on Microsoft, please visit the Microsoft Web page at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass on Microsoft’s corporate information pages. Web links, telephone numbers and titles were correct at time of publication, but may since have changed. For additional assistance, journalists and analysts may contact Microsoft’s Rapid Response Team or other appropriate contacts listed athttp://www.microsoft.com/presspass/contactpr.mspx.

Bungie Have Released A New Video Documentary For Halo Reach Talking About The Upcoming Beta

Bungie have released a new video documentary for Halo Reach. this documentary focuses on the upcoming Halo Reach Beta and discusses the on going changes/balancing that has taken place with the multiplayer and what players can expect from the beta. There is plenty of new in-game footage from the beta, from several maps and game modes, used to show the new weapons, armor abilities, match making, customisation, and much more. it is hinted in the video that those taking part in the Beta will get a avatar shirt.



Press Release

ViDoc: Carnàge Carnivàle!
Bungie’s latest “Halo: Reach” ViDoc, titled Carnàge Carnivàle, features explosive new gameplay footage from the multiplayer beta and insightful, colorful commentary directly from the Bungie design team covering the process of creating new weapons, game modes and multiplayer features in “Halo: Reach.” Discover what Bungie loves best about the new multiplayer experiences in “Halo: Reach” in this humorous and action-packed preview of the multiplayer beta.

The Beta Drops May 3rd!
Now less than two weeks away, the “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta is poised to be the definitive Xbox LIVE event of this spring. The beta will offer millions of “Halo” fans a unique opportunity to test and help refine the biggest blockbuster game of 2010. Representing the best-in-class multiplayer elements that have become the hallmark of the “Halo” series and fused with a host of new content and features, “Halo: Reach” offers the most robust, action-packed multiplayer experience ever and promises to set a new standard for competitive gameplay, customization and community integration.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Microsoft Announce The Second Mythic Map Pack For Halo 3 Will Be Released On Xbox Live On 2nd February


Microsoft has announced that the Mythic Map Pack 2 will be available for 800 MS Points on Xbox Live. This Map Pack has only previously been available on the Halo 3 ODST Multiplayer Disc

The Mythic Map Pack 2 has the following maps:
* Heretic brings players to familiar ground as the “Halo 2” arena Midship returns in “Halo 3.” The stark interior of the Pious Inquisitor might appear austere on first glance, but Heretic’s symmetrical spaces require players to execute complex strategies in order to outplay their opponents.

* Citadel may be a long abandoned Forerunner stronghold, but its small, symmetrical confines are far from secure. Two opposing bases offer little safety for players looking for solace. Instead, Citadel forces small squads to stay in constant communication, keep their heads on a swivel, and be prepared to adjust combat tactics in close quarters.

* Longshore lacks the commercial ships that once made it a lucrative port for Old Mombasa, but it still bustles with activity. Designed for large-scale combat and well-suited for smaller affairs, Longshore’s multitude of industrial buildings, elevated walks, and open inlets conspire to create a complex battleground tailored for multiple combat scenarios.

Press Release

LONDON – 20 January 2010 - Mythic 2 Map Pack, a Game Add-on developed by Bungie for “Halo 3” consisting of three multiplayer maps available previously only on the “Halo 3: ODST” multiplayer disc, is set to arrive on Xbox LIVE on February 2, 2010.

The release of the Mythic 2 Map Pack brings the total number of “Halo 3” multiplayer maps to 24. The Game Add-on includes three action-packed maps: Heretic, Citadel and Longshore.

- Heretic brings players to familiar ground as the “Halo 2” arena Midship returns in “Halo 3.” The stark interior of the Pious Inquisitor might appear austere on first glance, but Heretic’s symmetrical spaces require players to execute complex strategies in order to outplay their opponents.

- Citadel may be a long abandoned Forerunner stronghold, but its small, symmetrical confines are far from secure. Two opposing bases offer little safety for players looking for solace. Instead, Citadel forces small squads to stay in constant communication, keep their heads on a swivel, and be prepared to adjust combat tactics in close quarters.

- Longshore lacks the commercial ships that once made it a lucrative port for Old Mombasa, but it still bustles with activity. Designed for large-scale combat and well-suited for smaller affairs, Longshore’s multitude of industrial buildings, elevated walks, and open inlets conspire to create a complex battleground tailored for multiple combat scenarios.

Mythic 2 Map Pack will be available on Xbox LIVE for 800 Microsoft Points. Mythic Map Pack 1 and 2 are also included in “Halo 3: ODST”, which includes the complete “Halo 3” multiplayer map collection, an all-new campaign and the incredibly popular cooperative experience, Firefight. “Halo 3: ODST” will act as a key to the upcoming “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta which goes live later this Spring.

Additionally, beginning today “Halo” fans can contribute to Bungie’s relief efforts for Haiti by participating in the “Be a Hero” campaign on Xbox LIVE. For every 1,000 people that wear a red heart emblem and play “Halo 3” or “Halo 3: ODST” online today or tomorrow, Bungie will donate $100 to Red Cross, up to $77,000. To find out more about the “Be a Hero” campaign, visit Bungie at http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link=BeAHero.

For the latest updates on “Halo: Reach” and the “Halo” universe, visit www.bungie.net and Halo Waypoint on Xbox LIVE or on the official Waypoint site at http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/halowaypoint.

Follow the Bungie and Halo Waypoint teams on Twitter at @BungieTweets and @HaloWaypoint or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Bungie and http://www.facebook.com/HaloWaypoint.

About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a premier video game and entertainment system. It is home to the best and broadest games as well as the largest on-demand library of standard- and high-definition movies and TV shows connected to the television — with music coming this fall. The digital centre of the living room, Xbox 360 blends unbeatable content with the largest online social network connected to the television in the 20 million members on Xbox LIVE to create a limitless entertainment experience that can be shared at home or across the globe. With the addition of currently code-named “Project Natal,” Xbox 360 will forever transform social gaming and entertainment with a whole new way to play — no controller required. More information about “Project Natal” and Xbox 360 can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/projectnatal and http://www.xbox.com.

About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE is the largest gaming and entertainment network and delivers more entertainment than any device connected to the television, including movies, TV, music and games. This fall, Xbox LIVE will be the only entertainment service to provide instant-on 1080p streaming HD video from Zune video in supported countries. With an active community of more than 20 million people across 26 countries, Xbox LIVE lets you play the best games, enjoy the largest on-demand library and, coming soon, listen to millions of songs — all while connecting to friends anytime. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides you with exclusive benefits and premium access to entertainment from the top studios and services, all in one place. More information about Xbox LIVE can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/live.

Note to editors: If you are interested in viewing additional information on Microsoft, please visit the Microsoft Web page at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass on Microsoft’s corporate information pages. Web links, telephone numbers and titles were correct at time of publication, but may since have changed. For additional assistance, journalists and analysts may contact Microsoft’s Rapid Response Team or other appropriate contacts listed at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/contactpr.mspx.