isn't it supposed to be a code instead of a disc? I would escalate with MS, I've had good results with them when the ad doesn't match reality
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Halo Wars 2 |OT| Warranty For Suckers
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isn't it supposed to be a code instead of a disc? I would escalate with MS, I've had good results with them when the ad doesn't match reality
7DollarHagane
Banned
I think I did see a bug come in regarding updates on Xbox sometimes requiring a full download. It tends to happen if you start downloading the update, that update is interrupted somehow (even if it's invisible to you), so when the update retries something is corrupted and it starts over from scratch.
But yes, I believe that bug only exists in preview, and was already fixed or should be fixed soon.
Hawk269
Member
I agree, so far he seems like a very good leader. I am really happy that they have been adding leaders as quick as we are seeing...however, I think the need for more Maps for both regular MP and Blitz is really needed. I know that this game had a pretty big after release plans like new leaders, maps, single player missions etc...I think with 3 new leaders since launch that it is time to bring out some MP/Blitz maps and/or the SP stuff. Right now, my preference would be 2-3 more Blitz Maps, 2-3 more MP maps and then the SP content.
I think they should also port over some of the maps from the original game. I think some of the 1vs1 maps would be really good like Blood Gulch and a few others. I am not sure how hard that would be, but I know it would be a big welcome change. I also wish leaderboards and some of the tracking metrics on Waypoint would be available in-game. I really dislike that they do stuff like this, forcing people to go to a different source to get this information. I mean, I am glad it exists, but it should be in-game.
OK, so I bought this on release along with my buddy so we could coop the campaign. We have not had time to play until now, so almost three months after release you would think we would have no issues playing together right? WRONG.
Every game we try and play we can make it through the end of the mission then the game crashes out and says your partner has resigned. This literally happens during the ending cinema of the second mission every time. We have tried like 5 times and cannot progress.
I am very disappointed in 343i for having their name on the box of ANOTHER Halo game with issues playing online. I have looked for solutions online and see we are not the only people with this issue.
I'm playing on a XB1S and my buddy on OG XB1. Anyone in this thread have this happen to them and can give me anything to try?
Every game we try and play we can make it through the end of the mission then the game crashes out and says your partner has resigned. This literally happens during the ending cinema of the second mission every time. We have tried like 5 times and cannot progress.
I am very disappointed in 343i for having their name on the box of ANOTHER Halo game with issues playing online. I have looked for solutions online and see we are not the only people with this issue.
I'm playing on a XB1S and my buddy on OG XB1. Anyone in this thread have this happen to them and can give me anything to try?
We really could use some more maps. I only play traditional versus, not blitz, but even with that the maps are getting a bit repetitive. I can't imagine what it's like for blitz players.
Not all that crazy. Halo Wars looks like it's doing good on steam, so it's not a huge stretch.
I think we're only getting two additional story missions. I thought we'd be getting more to be honest.
Barrel Cannon
Member
What have I missed from launch by not playing after the first week gaf? I heat the campaign in co-op did a little blitz and haven't touched it since. Any new content other than that fire based leader, any patch notes?
A bunch of fixes, the two new leaders (Kinsano and Colony), redesigned playlists.
Thought I should share this:
100 Scorpions vs 100 Wraiths
100 Scarabs vs 3 Legendary AIs
600 Vultures vs 3 Legendary AIs
Pretty crazy.
100 Scorpions vs 100 Wraiths
100 Scarabs vs 3 Legendary AIs
600 Vultures vs 3 Legendary AIs
Pretty crazy.
Been there since launch. Even the "Beta" had it.
I never thought to click past my native res, lol
Lol
Since they haven't announced any balance changes for campaign, I've just been going through solo on Legendary. On to mission 11 now. With the positive skulls on, it's in many ways a lot easier than HW on the same terms, actually. While the leader spam can be annoying (I just save my heals and throw it down in the beam to slow its damage and then split some of my forces) I think the AI and mission structure actually is easier for my play style. Take the siege mission "Under the Dark". It superficially has some resemblance to "Dome of Light", but it's *way easier* as they don't start blitzing your base towards the end and don't pressure all of your siege emplacements. Just sit back, grab some bases, upgrade your tech and then steamroll them.
orichalcos
Member
Halo Wars 2 coming to Steam.
Guy also said later that apparently he was drunk and that he's not confirming it 🤔
Sadly it probably won't until they do a uPlay like implementation for the Xbox app 😭
Yeah.. but if they want people to buy for Windows 10, they have to make it so there's no downside to being an early adopter/buying via Windows 10. I want other stores to get leverage on Steam to keep Valve hungry. Re-releasing and not having Win10Live <->Steam interop just makes it so it's optimal to wait for the Steam release due to userbase.
I mean I play HW2 95% of the time on Xbox, just saying..
I mean I play HW2 95% of the time on Xbox, just saying..
Nothing, as far as we know.
But so far they haven't apparently made a Live<->Steam bridge. So Halo Wars 1 PC is Win 10 and Steam separate bases because the Win10 version uses Live integration (and therefore Live cheevs, friends, etc) and the Steam version uses the Steam libraries (so Steam cheevs, friends, etc). Valve is just as culpable due to their Steam lib licensing requirements... but the numbers just are too much in Steam's favor....
Remember when PC games were just PC games and not weird virtual meta-console releases? Pepperidge Farm remembers.
Would be nice if they allowed for it but I'm not sure the system actually allows for it but it seems like a trivial fix for a behemoth like Microsoft.
Make the Xbox app work identical to uPlay so that the Steam games launch and activate on the Xbox app which then in turn connect you to Live.
Caayn
Member
I mean that the game will be sold through Steam but still plays through the W10 store. Similar to some Ubisoft titles that are sold, downloaded and installed through Steam but still use Uplay on top of Steam. That last part keeps it compatible with Uplay and all its features. That should be possible for MS as well right?
(Outside of the integration with Steam)
Gravemind IV
Member
I love the game and all, but multiplayer is somewhat non-existent at the moment. Kind of a dick move to move over to steam and not compensate or handout keys to users who already have the game.
Sure, it is an assumption, but it would be weak if the playerbase somewhat flourishes on Steam and I can't get in on that cause I beta-tested the game because I bought it on the Windows Store (Ultimate Edition no less).
Sure, it is an assumption, but it would be weak if the playerbase somewhat flourishes on Steam and I can't get in on that cause I beta-tested the game because I bought it on the Windows Store (Ultimate Edition no less).
Therein lies the rub, Valve doesn't let you sell MTs or DLC if your game is on Steam via your own service. All DLC and MTs have to be sold via Steam itself and give Valve it's 30% cut. So there's no "buy via Steam, play via Win 10 (and buy card decks and leaders)" option.
That policy is the reason EA and Valve parted ways, and why MMO/F2Ps that are on both Steam and their own developer service either track purchases separately entirely or have a one-time transfer towards your Steam account.
tl;dr corporate politics
orichalcos
Member
Just depends if they're willing to give up something in order to sell, or even improve what they have because selling it on Steam and having a uPlay system still keeps them investing in their eco system.
Barrel Cannon
Member
That's weird about the locust beam change. I remember that from my limited time playing wars 2 and thought it was an intended effect.
Nollemaster
Member
So the new sgt Johnson leader has the new Mantis unit. It's cool that they added Mantises but it's weird from a lore standpoint.
First Wednesday of next month, I believe?
I'm happy they're coming out with variants of the Blitz map, but I think they should produce another completely different map too. Blitz doesn't feel like Dota to me, I think it would benefit from different symmetrical designs that encourage different play styles/hold strategies.
Yeah looks like we are getting 1 in July and the last one in August as well.
The game is really fun but I am waiting for new maps! The current maps are mostly great but I'd love some new maps with different environments and more interactivity.
looks like i finally got hit with the "big update" bug, 28.22 GB here.. :/
I'm downloading the update right now.
nillapuddin
Member
yeah the update works, just not Johnson
