It looks great, I personally love the art style and tone they're going for. Is it perfect though? No; the lip-syncing is a bit off and there was some noticeable pop-in. But these are such minor details. The Halo ring itself looks incredible, and to think I'll be let loose on that thing in 4K/60fps? Come on... I can't wait.
I really only need Halo Infinite, but knowing I'll also have access to games like Cyberpunk 2077, Watch Dogs Legion, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, and more means that I'll be set for several months at least.
@Neither_scene I definitely see your point, however in my personal opinion, Halo 5 was very pretty, but had little else going for it. It was all style, and no substance. This looks like a return to the more open-ended gameplay of the earlier titles, and the art style is wonderful.
I think it's fairly obvious that a new Fable is in the works at this point. It's very welcome though; the original trilogy hasn't aged particularly well.
I'm still making my way through the Halo games. Currently on Halo 3. I'm incredibly disappointed that Halo 2 Anniversary still has severe frame rate issues; I ended up playing with the OG graphics which, it turns out, was actually more nostalgic!
Primarily, the story needs to be stripped back to focus on Master Chief, with characters such as Locke, Palmer, and Halsey remaining in supporting roles. I'm open to playing as The Arbiter again!
The heavy sci-fi elements of Halo 5 also need to be toned down, with more of a focus on the military aspects of the series that Bungie's trilogy absolutely nailed. This is a military shooter at heart, not a sci-fi one.
The Elites need to look like Elites. 343's games beefed them up far too much, and they completely lost their core identity. On a broader scale, the overall art style needs to be more in line with Bungie's original vision.
The story needs to be coherent for all players. Personally, I'm a fan of the expanded lore, but reading up on books and comics shouldn't be a requirement to fully appreciate the story.
From a gameplay perspective, they need to lose the iron sights and weird dash ability from Halo 5. I'm fine with them keeping the sprint option in, but Halo 5 was definitely too 'busy'.
I've got HIGH expectations, but I'm still very excited!
Something definitely feels different about this Halo game, and it's nice that people seem to be picking up on this. There's a massive amount of positivity which, given the reaction to Halo 5, I was not expecting at all.
Very little on Xbox honestly, I'm playing through The Last of Us Part II. Although I did also download Sunset Overdrive myself recently, as I never properly got round to it the first time!
@BrilliantBill Yes, spot on. I've gone back to check, and there are only two obvious cuts: when Chief is brought in from outside, and when he's powered on. The rest is one continuous take.
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Re: Microsoft Responds To Negative Feedback For Halo Infinite's Visuals
It looks great, I personally love the art style and tone they're going for. Is it perfect though? No; the lip-syncing is a bit off and there was some noticeable pop-in.
But these are such minor details. The Halo ring itself looks incredible, and to think I'll be let loose on that thing in 4K/60fps? Come on... I can't wait.
Re: Xbox Series X Will Have Over 60 Brand-New Launch Titles
I really only need Halo Infinite, but knowing I'll also have access to games like Cyberpunk 2077, Watch Dogs Legion, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, and more means that I'll be set for several months at least.
I'd call that a successful launch.
Re: Talking Point: What Was Your Favourite Part Of July's Xbox Showcase?
Halo Infinite for sure. The State of Decay trailer was awesome too.
Re: Destiny 2 Hits Xbox Game Pass In September
This was a great announcement. Always wanted to give Destiny 2 a go, and now I have no excuse.
Re: Here It Is, The World Premiere Gameplay Of Halo Infinite
@Neither_scene I definitely see your point, however in my personal opinion, Halo 5 was very pretty, but had little else going for it. It was all style, and no substance. This looks like a return to the more open-ended gameplay of the earlier titles, and the art style is wonderful.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade July's Xbox Games Showcase?
Those who were disappointed... What would have made it an A/B for you? Specific games? More gameplay? Genuinely curious.
Re: It's Official, A New Fable Is Coming To Xbox Series X
GET IN! Great ending to the Showcase
Re: Here It Is, The World Premiere Gameplay Of Halo Infinite
It looks fantastic, I really can't wait.
Re: Two More Games Are Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Carrion is superb so far; really fun.
Re: Ubisoft Has No Plans To Increase Next-Gen Game Prices For Now
Urgh, I've nothing but contempt for Ubisoft at the moment...
Re: Here's The Official Box Art For Halo Infinite
Should be noted as well, it's quite difficult to see, but one of the Banished Brutes is visible in Chief's visor - very cool
Re: Here's The Official Box Art For Halo Infinite
Stunning, I love it. Nice focus on the environment, and it certainly points to the game being somewhat open-world.
The design of the Forerunner structures look more in line with Bungie's original vision too, which is nice.
Re: Guide: How To Watch This Week's Xbox Series X Games Showcase
I'm very excited now, bring on Thursday!
Re: Halo Infinite Teases Continue Ahead Of This Thursday's Event
Damn, it's so good to see Chief back in his classic threads. I don't know if he looks slimmer though, I think that's reaching a bit.
Re: Talking Point: Give Us Your Wildest Hopes For This Week's Xbox Showcase
I want to see Master Chief and The Arbiter take out a bunch of The Banished together before retiring to their pelican to play Combat Evolved.
Re: Project xCloud Isn't The Official Name Of Xbox's Game Streaming Service
X-Stream. Stupid name, I know, but also kinda awesome.
Re: Industry Insider Confident A New Fable Game Is Being Made
I think it's fairly obvious that a new Fable is in the works at this point. It's very welcome though; the original trilogy hasn't aged particularly well.
Re: Pick One: Which Do You Most Want To See At July's Xbox Showcase?
I'd pick Perfect Dark, purely because I think Fable and Forza are certainties anyway.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 18th)
I'm still making my way through the Halo games. Currently on Halo 3. I'm incredibly disappointed that Halo 2 Anniversary still has severe frame rate issues; I ended up playing with the OG graphics which, it turns out, was actually more nostalgic!
Re: Marvel At This Glorious New Screenshot Of Master Chief In Halo Infinite
I wonder if you'll actually start off the game in Chief's armour from Halo 4/5 before moving onto this new (old) design..?
Re: Reminder: Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase Is Just One Week Away
I'm very excited! I'm confident they'll knock it out the park
Re: Kinda Funny Announces New Xbox Podcast
Interesting, I'll give this a go. Kinda Funny are really spreading themselves thin at the moment, though.
Re: Gallery: Microsoft Flight Simulator Looks Stunning In Latest Screenshots
I'm not a Flight Simulator guy, but these screenshots are making me want to play Flight Simulator.
Re: 343 Community Manager Shows Off Studio's New Halo Infinite Sign
It's kind of astonishing how much better Chief looks in his old armour design.
Re: Live: Devolver Direct 2020, Featuring New Game Reveals
The Carrion announcement was, uh... unique. Looking forward to its release though!
Re: Poll: Which Box Art Do You Prefer, Xbox Series X Or PS5?
Personally not fussed, I can't imagine I'll be buying anything on disc to be honest. I've fully embraced digital!
Re: Rumour: Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta Could Drop Later This Month
I honestly wouldn't be surprised if they did this.
Re: The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope Sets New October Release Date
Sweet, looking forward to this one!
Re: Ubisoft Shares More Details On This Sunday's Ubisoft Forward Event
"a few other surprises."
SCOTT. PILGRIM.
Re: Microsoft Reveals Date For July's Xbox Series X Event
Can't wait to see what's shown!
Re: Early Gameplay Footage Of Assassin's Creed Valhalla Leaks Online
Yeah, that was really rough in places. Shame, definitely not how you want your game to be revealed.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 4th)
I'm giving Soul Calibur VI a go, and I'm also still working my way through Red Dead Redemption 2.
Re: New Halo Infinite Toys Contain No Key Spoilers, Says 343 Industries
Love the design of The Banished, can't wait to see these vehicles properly in the game.
Re: Talking Point: What Do You Want To See From Halo Infinite?
Right, how much time have you got, @FraserG?
Primarily, the story needs to be stripped back to focus on Master Chief, with characters such as Locke, Palmer, and Halsey remaining in supporting roles. I'm open to playing as The Arbiter again!
The heavy sci-fi elements of Halo 5 also need to be toned down, with more of a focus on the military aspects of the series that Bungie's trilogy absolutely nailed. This is a military shooter at heart, not a sci-fi one.
The Elites need to look like Elites. 343's games beefed them up far too much, and they completely lost their core identity. On a broader scale, the overall art style needs to be more in line with Bungie's original vision.
The story needs to be coherent for all players. Personally, I'm a fan of the expanded lore, but reading up on books and comics shouldn't be a requirement to fully appreciate the story.
From a gameplay perspective, they need to lose the iron sights and weird dash ability from Halo 5. I'm fine with them keeping the sprint option in, but Halo 5 was definitely too 'busy'.
I've got HIGH expectations, but I'm still very excited!
Re: It Sounds Like SoulCalibur Is Coming Soon To Xbox Game Pass
Nice! I'd be up for this. I haven't played Soul Calibur properly since the GameCube days.
EDIT: It looks like it's live right now! Downloading as we speak.
Re: Deals: Over 300 Games, Bundles & Add-Ons In This Week's Xbox Sale
Ooh, some tempting offers there. I might pick up Bioshock: The Collection now that it's got 4K support.
Re: We'll Get Our First Look At Crysis Remastered Gameplay Tomorrow
Trailer engaged.
Re: Rumour: Xbox Lockhart (Series S) Reveal Currently Set For August
Fair enough! Not interested in Lockhart personally, so all I'm bothered about now is a price for the Series X, and games games games.
Re: Crash Bandicoot 4 Will Reportedly Feature Over 100 Levels
Nice, I just hope it’s good enough to keep me interested for 100+ levels!
Re: Don't Get Excited About Those Fable And Perfect Dark Twitter Accounts
I mean, Fable’s coming, surely. It has to.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 27th)
I'm starting Red Dead Redemption 2 again, because apparently The Last of Us 2 wasn't a big enough experience... Why do I do this?
Re: Halo Infinite Teaser Watched By Millions Within First Few Hours
Something definitely feels different about this Halo game, and it's nice that people seem to be picking up on this. There's a massive amount of positivity which, given the reaction to Halo 5, I was not expecting at all.
It feels like Halo is coming back.
Re: Xbox Boss 'Felt Good' After Watching Sony's PS5 Show
Those are REALLY confident remarks. I hope Xbox can deliver.
Re: Three More Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass Soon
The Messenger is a ludicrously fun game, I urge everyone to give it a go.
Re: The Banished Return In New Halo Infinite Teaser Trailer
This is so incredibly exciting! Roll on, July!
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The New Crash Bandicoot 4 Art Style?
It’s fantastic, I really like it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 20th)
Very little on Xbox honestly, I'm playing through The Last of Us Part II. Although I did also download Sunset Overdrive myself recently, as I never properly got round to it the first time!
Re: Dirt 5 Launches For Xbox One October 9, Series X Version To Follow
I was going to say "pfft, why would anyone get it on Xbox One when the Series X is right around the corner?"
Then I remembered...
SMART DELIVERY.
Re: Rumour: Halo Infinite Has Something 'Really Cool' In Common With God of War
@BrilliantBill Yes, spot on. I've gone back to check, and there are only two obvious cuts: when Chief is brought in from outside, and when he's powered on. The rest is one continuous take.
Re: Talking Point: What Has Been Your Favourite Xbox Game So Far In 2020?
Resident Evil 3 - it's got its issues, of course, but I think it's a great take on the story overall.