What happened to the fans?

**monster1234** · 11-19-2003

I want everyone to be honest with me here. Does it not seem like some of the companies who have had big hits (Bungie, Vivendi) have let all of their fame go to their heads? I mean since May, Bungie has released two screenshots of Halo 2. Two. I know they're really busy making a game, but it can't take that long to release at least a lousy screenshot or two once in awhile. They know their title is going to sell big no matter what they do, so it seems like they just don't care how they treat the fans with info on their new game. What happened to the fans?

**Se7en** · 11-19-2003

Welcome, my friend to the world of big business. It branches out everywhere- From gaming to sports to Fortune500 companies. You hit the nail right on the head when you said that they'll sell craploads no matter what they do. Ah well.

-Know what tho? I have this sinking suspicion that once Halo 2 finally does hit shelves, all will be forgotten.

**RichVGS** · 11-19-2003

As far as lack of Halo 2 screenshots goes, they probably realize that no matter who many (or few) shots the release, the game is going to sell like crazy anyway. I personally like not seeing or knowing too much. That way when the game comes out, there's so much new stuff to discover.

**MerimacHamwich** · 11-19-2003

Two screenshots eh?

I guess these screenshots are of a different game. And this trailer is definetly for a COMPLETELY different game. Maybe a game called Olah -2. Some sort of backwards mexican game...

**WrathfulPoppa** · 11-19-2003

Urkel's got a point... They have continued to release material. While it may not be much, its more than what your thinking. What you all need is a new source: Halo2.owns.it. Become one of the informed.

**monster1234** · 11-19-2003

Some of you are trying to flame me without fully reading my post. How many screenshots has BUNGIE released SINCE MAY? By going to BUNGIE'S site, you can find the answer. I'm not writing this post about lack of being able to find content, I'm writing it because I don't like that these game developer's get the attitude that they don't need to listen to fans. I'm not limiting this to Halo/Bungie either. I also am not trying to cause any fights. We all know about the halo trailer and fansites. Please, if you're going to be an idiot, at least be an informed idiot first.

**dd deeznuts** · 11-19-2003

halo 2 what the hells that, sounds lame to me. is that one of them porno videos?

**dd deeznuts** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by dd deeznuts
halo 2 what the hells that, sounds lame to me. is that one of them porno videos?

yes

**MerimacHamwich** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by monster1234
Some of you are trying to flame me without fully reading my post. How many screenshots has BUNGIE released SINCE MAY? By going to BUNGIE'S site, you can find the answer. I'm not writing this post about lack of being able to find content, I'm writing it because I don't like that these game developer's get the attitude that they don't need to listen to fans. I'm not limiting this to Halo/Bungie either. I also am not trying to cause any fights. We all know about the halo trailer and fansites. Please, if you're going to be an idiot, at least be an informed idiot first.

So tell me then, if these pictures and trailers are not coming from Bungie/Microsoft who are they coming from? There is no way they would be out there if they didn't come from the developer/publisher so they must be from a different game. Olah -2?

**Hugopolo** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by dd deeznuts
yes

Did u just answer yourself there?

**monster1234** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by MerimacHamwich

So tell me then, if these pictures and trailers are not coming from Bungie/Microsoft who are they coming from? There is no way they would be out there if they didn't come from the developer/publisher so they must be from a different game. Olah -2?

SINCE MAY "MerimacHamwich". We all know about that stuff. If you would actually READ MY ORIGINAL POST, I am talking about the last 6 1/2 months. E3 was in May. The trailer released in May. The plethora of screenshots...MAY!!! Since then Bungie has given us 2 screenshots. You have ruined this entire thread now because you cannot read and comprehend information. Please, just quit posting on this thread.

**dd deeznuts** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by Hugopolo

Did u just answer yourself there?

yes

**X-Fan** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by dd deeznuts
yes

dude u know i am yet to see one informative or good post from u.

**Koopa** · 11-19-2003

the worst offender i n this category is valve, IMO. a media blitz at e3 than ONE new trailer (the dx9 effects on the rooftop with the big bug) that wasnt show at e3. then a week before the release they say its delayed, say theyve been hacked, and go silent.

then counter-strike:condition zero was supposed to be out 2 days ago...but its not. no press release from valve or turtle rock studios or vivendi or sierra...nothing.

it just didn't appear.

but oh, they had the game of the year in 1998, so its cool

but ya ill buy hl2 wen it comes out eventually dont get me wrong.

**Shadow20002** · 11-19-2003

We have a lot of screenshots and like two trailers about Halo 2. I think it's enough for a tease before the release.

**OC Noob** · 11-19-2003

Originally posted by Koopa
the worst offender i n this category is valve, IMO. a media blitz at e3 than ONE new trailer (the dx9 effects on the rooftop with the big bug) that wasnt show at e3. then a week before the release they say its delayed, say theyve been hacked, and go silent.

then counter-strike:condition zero was supposed to be out 2 days ago...but its not. no press release from valve or turtle rock studios or vivendi or sierra...nothing.

it just didn't appear.

but oh, they had the game of the year in 1998, so its cool

but ya ill buy hl2 wen it comes out eventually dont get me wrong.

They shou step up and make some anouncements about releases and I'd agree with you if Gabe (#1 guy at Valve) didn't answer his emails personally. Anybody in his kind of position who is cool enough to do that respects his fans.

If you can track down his personal email he will answer you. I've not tried it, but I've seen cut & paste relies to members of other forums, so the address isn't a big secret. Track it down and ask him yourself. I bet you'll be pleasantly surprized

**dd deeznuts** · 11-20-2003

Originally posted by X-Fan

dude u know i am yet to see one informative or good post from u.

soory me illiterate i trying derrr

**dd deeznuts** · 11-20-2003

Originally posted by X-Fan

dude u know i am yet to see one informative or good post from u.

what about my britney spears pics didnt you like those? damit i am trying

**MerimacHamwich** · 11-20-2003

Originally posted by Koopa

but ya ill buy hl2 wen it comes out eventually dont get me wrong.

Y'know what, I am not so sure I will. My hype for the game has gone down dramatically. I am looking forward to Battle Field Vietnam more.

**mattgame** · 11-20-2003

Originally posted by MerimacHamwich

Y'know what, I am not so sure I will. My hype for the game has gone down dramatically. I am looking forward to Battle Field Vietnam more.

Raise your hands if you are not going to buy Halo2 when it comes out....................... see Merimac, no one.

Who cares? I don't want the game until it's finished. Maybe a demo but that's it.