{"id":5812,"date":"2010-04-29T18:31:21","date_gmt":"2010-04-29T08:31:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=5812"},"modified":"2010-04-29T18:31:21","modified_gmt":"2010-04-29T08:31:21","slug":"largest-beta-of-its-kind-for-one-of-the-biggest-blockbuster-games-of-2010","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=5812","title":{"rendered":"Largest beta of its kind for one of the biggest blockbuster games of 2010"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>\u00a0\u201cHalo: Reach\u201d multiplayer beta launches in Australia from May 4<sup>th<\/sup> through to May 20<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sydney, Australia \u2013 29<sup>th<\/sup> April<\/strong> \u2013 Set your countdown clocks because the \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d multiplayer beta, poised to be one of the biggest test events in entertainment history, kicks off in just five days.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d multiplayer beta is set to be one of the definitive Xbox LIVE events of the year and will run from May 4<sup>th<\/sup> through to May 20<sup>th<\/sup>. The beta, accessible via the \u201cHalo 3: ODST\u201d game disc*, will offer millions of \u201cHalo\u201d fans a unique opportunity to test and help refine one of the biggest blockbuster games of 2010.<\/p>\n<p>As this is a beta, Bungie will be turning on different modes at different times to optimise testing. The beta kicks off with three playlists featuring the all-new, highly-competitive Arena mode (4v4 ranked Team Slayer games) as well as \u201cFree-for-All\u201d and \u201cGrab Bag\u201d playlists, which include a mix of classic and brand new game types. Beginning May 8<sup>th<\/sup>, the new large-scale Spartan vs. Elite \u201cInvasion\u201d playlist will be added to the beta. Finally, beginning May 15<sup>th<\/sup>, the \u201cGenerator Defence\u201d game type will become available.<\/p>\n<p>Everyone who logs in and plays at least one full game of any type in the \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d beta* will receive a free** \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d Avatar hoodie via the Halo Waypoint portal on Xbox LIVE. To redeem the hoodie, players must access Halo Waypoint and browse their \u201cHalo\u201d career statistics after completing a match. Additionally, as a way to give even more \u201cHalo\u201d fans a chance to join the fun, online multiplayer for the \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d beta, \u201cHalo 3: ODST\u201d and \u201cHalo 3\u201d will be free** for all Xbox LIVE members during the \u201cHalo Multiplayer Unlock Weekend,\u201d which runs from May 15<sup>th<\/sup> at 2am EST through May 18<sup>th<\/sup> at 2am EST.<\/p>\n<p>Among the millions of \u201cHalo\u201d fans eagerly anticipating the beta is American actress Aisha Tyler and available tomorrow is a video introduction to the beta starring the actress, viewable exclusively through the \u201cHalo 3: ODST\u201d game disc. Tyler walks through all of the exciting new game modes and offers her own tips and insider hints for each of the maps while showing off some life-size \u201cHalo\u201d weaponry. It\u2019s a fun introduction to the beta that no fan should miss.<\/p>\n<p>Continue the experience online at the \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d experience site, <a href=\"wlmailhtml:{912E957C-4F18-4B24-83B9-FA97839F0302}mid:\/\/00000042\/!x-usc:http:\/\/www.welcometonobleteam.com\/\">www.welcometonobleteam.com<\/a>. The destination is designed to capture the imagination of \u201cHalo\u201d fans and introduce newcomers to the fiction of \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d through videos, interactive experiences and additional content. For more information throughout the beta that is accessible from your Xbox 360, be sure to visit Halo Waypoint for exciting \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d coverage and features. Don\u2019t miss out on the newest videos, interviews, montages, and screenshots as Halo Waypoint showcases \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d every step of the way.<\/p>\n<p>Representing the impressive multiplayer elements that have become the hallmark of the \u201cHalo\u201d series and fused with a host of new content and features, \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d offers a robust and action-packed multiplayer experience and promises to set a new standard for competitive gameplay, customisation and community integration.<\/p>\n<p>Developed by acclaimed studio Bungie, \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d launches in the spring of 2010, exclusively on Xbox 360. \u00a0\u201cHalo: Reach\u201d is currently available for pre-order from participating retailers in Standard, Limited and Legendary editions.<\/p>\n<p>Please check the classification closer to release.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>*\u201cHalo 3: ODST\u201d game disc, Xbox LIVE Gold membership and Internet connection required to play<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>**Download charges may apply as set by your ISP<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0\u201cHalo: Reach\u201d multiplayer beta launches in Australia from May 4th through to May 20th\u00a0\u00a0 Sydney, Australia \u2013 29th April \u2013 Set your countdown clocks because the \u201cHalo: Reach\u201d multiplayer beta, poised to be one of the biggest test events in entertainment history, kicks off in just five days. 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