Transtic Nerve Posted September 15, 2002 Share Posted September 15, 2002 Ok, I wasn't planning on ever... well... spending my money on one of these damn things, but I did. Why you ask? For the simple reason of Halo. So yeah... I dunno if this has ever been asked here, since I've uhh... never been in this forum, But do many or any of you all play Halo online using XBConnect or whatever? My friend finally set his up and my friends and I have been playing it the last few weeks and I decided I misewell get one and do the same. I really don't like the system myself, but it's the only way to get to play this game. So yeah... I never actually thought I'd ever post in this forum lol, but I guess now I misewell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RicoTranzrig Posted September 16, 2002 Share Posted September 16, 2002 I helped out my cousin set up his X-box to play online so we get together sometimes, but it takes up almost all of the DSL bandwith so none of the other computers in his house can go online. I was thinking of buying one too just for the sake of playing the same game at home so I don't have to bother them, but I think I'll wait until another price drop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amphion Posted September 16, 2002 Share Posted September 16, 2002 HALO is just one of those games that is so good, it alone is a ood enough reason to buy the console. I bought one a while back. I am kinda disappointed with the games out right now. Theres a good lineup of games set to be out soon that will spice it up some, such as Panzer Dragoon. But right now, there isn't much. Im still trying to get my hands on Steel Battalion and that huge joystick rig..... Any mech fan has to be in love with that thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semjaza Posted September 16, 2002 Share Posted September 16, 2002 Any mech fan willing to spend between 150 to 250 dollars... I am actually willing to hehe. Honestly, you'd think with all the people buying new Xboxes I'd be able to find someone to buy mine lol. Congrats on the purchase though, welcome to the family ;). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rudy Posted September 16, 2002 Share Posted September 16, 2002 TN, as of now, the only way you can play Halo online with other people is through GameSpy's "Arcade" you need to Download two different programs enable to play. Other then the two programs, you also need a Switch, Router, or Hub to hook your X-Box and PC together, along with either of these you also need CAT. 5, or ethernet cable what have you, to hook each compenent together. And of coarse you need some form of Broadband internet service. I have only played on Gamespy's Arcade twice, the lag got to the point that it wasn't even worth playing. If you can wait, Microsoft is releasing it's X-Box internet service, "X-Box Live," in November. Enable to take advantage of this service, you need to buy a set that's going to run for about $50, this set gives you a headset to communicate with other X-Boxers instantly, a 1 year subscription to the internet service, and i believe a game, i currently cannot think of the title, sorry. The X-Box Live Starter Kit (the actual name of the set) will be released November 5, 2002 (getting conflicting dates on the launch, some say November 15th some say November 5th), and can already be pre-ordered at a well known Website, if you wish to know what site i speak of PM me. Saddly, Halo is not X-Box Live enabled, but if you're looking for shoot 'em up fun, go ahead and buy Unreal Championship which is to be available at launched for X-Box Live. You could also get Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon, which is also to be available at launch. launched. I hope this helped somewhat. And i apologize if anything is spelled wrong or grammar is off, i am pretty tired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Transtic Nerve Posted September 16, 2002 Author Share Posted September 16, 2002 I play Halo online through XBConnect.... in fact I did it last night.... and the night before that.... I can already play online, thats not the problem. There is no problem, except for the fact I spent $250 on a game and a system to play one game, but thats more my problem than yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semjaza Posted September 16, 2002 Share Posted September 16, 2002 Somehow I think a lot of people have done that. I've had the thing since December and only have Halo and Jet Set Radio Future for it. I'm not sure what games you might be into, but Target has been clearancing out a lot of games lately. You might want to see what they have. I've found about 10 games worth buying at a few different stores, and haven't paid more than 15 a piece for them (one was only 4 dollars heh). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Renegade V2 Posted September 17, 2002 Share Posted September 17, 2002 [COLOR=darkred][B]Well I am not a big online gamer, so I don't belive that I will be useing this feature any time soon. :) But I love connecting Xboxs and having one big party type thing. It's better than online if you ask me. You get to see their reactions when you kill them. ;) But online has it's advantages too, there is almost always someone to play with.[/B][/COLOR] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anakin Solo Posted September 17, 2002 Share Posted September 17, 2002 [QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Transtic Nerve [/i] [B]I play Halo online through XBConnect.... in fact I did it last night.... and the night before that.... I can already play online, thats not the problem. There is no problem, except for the fact I spent $250 on a game and a system to play one game, but thats more my problem than yours. [/B][/QUOTE] $250??????? OMG! I payed $450 for mine!!!! AHhhhh....its amazing how fast things go down in price.... Is it fun online? Like Counter Stirke or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rudy Posted September 18, 2002 Share Posted September 18, 2002 ...there's no Counter Strike game on X-Box. There's only like 5 rooms (one room per game), last i remember, that Gamespy has up for people to play in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anakin Solo Posted September 18, 2002 Share Posted September 18, 2002 Uhhh...I was talking if its like Counter Strike....you know the one on the computer......I was asking if it was like that........:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RicoTranzrig Posted September 18, 2002 Share Posted September 18, 2002 There will be a Counterstrike for X-box live in the future...XBconnect is laggy sometimes but it's fun and challenging when the X-box is the only thing using up the modem. But to answer your question...it's more like Unreal Tournament than CS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now