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==Synopsis==
==Synopsis==
===Characters and setting===
===Characters and setting===
As with ''Spartan Assault'', ''Spartan Strike''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s campaign employs the [[UNSC Tactical Simulator]] as a fictional framing device. The story is set in two primary points in the [[Halo universe|''Halo'' universe]] timeline, beginning during the [[Battle of Mombasa|events]] of ''[[Halo 2]]'' in [[New Mombasa]] in the year [[2552]]. The narrative centers around a [[Forerunner]] artifact known as the [[Conduit]] and the struggle between the [[UNSC]] and the [[Covenant]] for control of the relic. The player controls a [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IV]]<ref name="Waypoint"/> under the command of [[Kwon|Lieutenant Kwon]]. After the first operation set in New Mombasa,<ref group="note">It should be noted that the game itself involves a SPARTAN-IV (the player) participating in a tactical simulation of the Battle of Mombasa. As stated in the game's introduction, the Spartan replaces an ODST squad that was historically present in the battle for the purposes of the simulation. Canonically, a SPARTAN-IV could not have participated in the ''actual'' Battle of Mombasa, as the SPARTAN-IV program only came into fruition ''after'' the Human-Covenant War.</ref> the narrative jumps five years forward to the year [[2557]]. The Spartan is deployed onto [[Installation 03|Gamma Halo]] to reacquire the Conduit from the [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction|Covenant forces]] who have taken the artifact to a Forerunner site they refer to as the [[Altar]]. After the player is successful, they must deliver the Conduit to an [[ONI]] facility in [[New Phoenix]] on [[Earth]] in hopes of using the artifact to close a [[slipspace portal]] that has unleashed a [[Promethean]] invasion upon the city.<ref name="IGN"/>
As with ''Spartan Assault'', ''Spartan Strike''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s campaign employs the [[UNSC Tactical Simulator]] as a framing device. Set in two time periods, the story centers on a [[Forerunner]] artifact known as the [[Conduit]]. The game begins during the [[Battle of Mombasa]] [[2552#October|October 2552]]. The player assumes to role of a [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan-IV]] who is placed into the simulation in lieu of the [[ODST]] fireteam who actually carried out the mission.<ref name="Waypoint"/> After the first operation the narrative jumps to [[2557#July|July 2557]]. The Spartan is deployed onto [[Installation 03|Gamma Halo]] to reacquire the Conduit from the [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction|Covenant forces]] who have taken the artifact to a Forerunner site they refer to as the [[Altar]]. After the player is successful, they must deliver the Conduit to an [[ONI]] facility in [[New Phoenix]] on [[Earth]] in the hope of using the artifact to close a [[slipspace portal]] that has unleashed a [[Promethean]] invasion upon the city.<ref name="IGN"/>
 
===Plot===
===Plot===
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''Spartan Strike'' begins in [[2557]], with the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}'s [[AI]] [[Roland]] informing to a unnamed SPARTAN-IV the Office of Naval Intelligence has give the Spartan access to a highly-classified combat simulation of the Battle of Mombasa in 2552. Using a UNSC Tactical Simulator, Roland reveals that the Spartan will simulate the actions of an ODST squad sent to secure a Forerunner artifact called the Conduit. In the simulation, the ODST squad is replaced by a lone Spartan clad in War Master armor.<ref name="youtube"/>
''Spartan Strike'' begins in [[2557]]. {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}'s [[AI]] [[Roland]] informs an unnamed Spartan-IV that the Office of Naval Intelligence has granted the Spartan access to a highly classified simulation of the Battle of Mombasa. Using a UNSC Tactical Simulator, Roland reveals that the Spartan will simulate the actions of an ODST squad sent to secure a Forerunner artifact called the Conduit. In the simulation, the ODST squad is replaced by a lone Spartan clad in [[War Master]] armor.<ref name="youtube"/>


===Campaign===
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==Features==
==Features==
[[File:SpartanStrike - KestrelvsGhost.png|thumb|left|250px|A [[Kestrel]] versus a [[Type-32 Ghost|Ghost]].]]
[[File:SpartanStrike - KestrelvsGhost.png|thumb|left|250px|A [[Kestrel]] versus a [[Type-32 Ghost|Ghost]]]]
''Halo: Spartan Strike'' includes a number of refinements to the gameplay and graphics of ''Spartan Assault'', including improved controls and having the player's "virtual thumbsticks" as visible circles on the screen. [[Grenade]] throwing has been made more precise and new [[armor abilities]] will be included. The game sandbox has also been expanded with the inclusion of the [[Promethean]] enemy units and weapons, as well as new vehicles including the [[M12 Warthog LRV|Warthog]] (which was unusable in ''Spartan Assault'') and the [[Kestrel]], inspired by a vehicle cut during the development of ''Halo 2''.<ref name="IGN"/><ref name="Waypoint"/>
''Halo: Spartan Strike'' includes a number of refinements to ''Spartan Assault''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s gameplay, including improved controls and having the player's virtual thumbsticks as visible circles on the screen. [[Grenade]] throwing has been made more precise and new [[armor abilities]] will be included. The sandbox has also been expanded with the inclusion of the [[Promethean]] enemy units and weapons, as well as new vehicles including the [[Warthog]]. The game also introduces the [[Kestrel]], inspired by a vehicle cut during the development of ''Halo 2''.<ref name="IGN"/><ref name="Waypoint"/>


The missions and the campaign overall will be longer, the latter totaling at four to five hours whereas ''Spartan Assault''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s campaign was estimated to be three to four hours in comparison. The difficulty will increase progressively throughout the campaign more prominently than in ''Spartan Assault''. Like the original version of its predecessor, ''Spartan Strike'' will feature no multiplayer mode.<ref name="IGN"/> The game will have linked leaderboards and weekly challenges.<ref name="Waypoint"/>
The missions and the campaign overall will be longer (roughly five hours) wheras ''Spartan Assault''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s campaign last around three to four hours. The difficulty will increase progressively throughout the campaign more prominently than in ''Spartan Assault''. Like the original version of its predecessor, ''Spartan Strike'' will feature no multiplayer mode.<ref name="IGN"/> The game will have linked leaderboards and weekly challenges.<ref name="Waypoint"/>


The game will feature in-game credits which can be used to purchase weapons and equipment, although the microtransactions featured in ''Spartan Assault'' have been omitted; credits will be earned only through gameplay, although three [[List of Achievements for Halo: The Master Chief Collection|Achievements]] in ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'' will award the player a number of extra credits. Playing ''Spartan Strike'' will also unlock exclusive multiplayer content for ''The Master Chief Collection'', including an in-game nameplate, emblem and avatar.<ref name="IGN"/>
The game will feature in-game credits which can be used to purchase weapons and equipment, the the microtransactions featured in ''Spartan Assault'' having been omitted. Credits will be earned only through gameplay, although three [[List of Achievements for Halo: The Master Chief Collection|Achievements]] in ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'' will award the player a number of extra credits. Playing ''Spartan Strike'' will also unlock exclusive multiplayer content for ''The Master Chief Collection'', including an in-game nameplate, emblem and avatar.<ref name="IGN"/>


The Windows version of ''Spartan Strike'' will support cross-platform integration; a copy of the game will be playable on all Windows 8/8.1 devices irrespective of the platform the game was purchased on along with shared stats. As with ''Spartan Assault'', the Steam version will be excluded from this integration as the Steam platform does not share the [[Xbox Live]] gaming profile.<ref name="IGN"/>
The Windows version of ''Spartan Strike'' will support cross-platform integration; a copy of the game will be playable on all Windows 8/8.1 devices irrespective of the platform the game was purchased on along with shared stats. As with ''Spartan Assault'', the Steam version will be excluded from this integration as the Steam platform does not share the [[Xbox Live]] gaming profile.<ref name="IGN"/>

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Halo: Spartan Strike is an upcoming isometric shooter video game and the spiritual successor to Halo: Spartan Assault, developed by Vanguard Games in collaboration with 343 Industries.[1] The game is set for release in 2015[2] on Windows 8 and 8.1 devices and Steam for $5.99 (US).[3]

Synopsis

Characters and setting

As with Spartan Assault, Spartan Strike's campaign employs the UNSC Tactical Simulator as a framing device. Set in two time periods, the story centers on a Forerunner artifact known as the Conduit. The game begins during the Battle of Mombasa October 2552. The player assumes to role of a Spartan-IV who is placed into the simulation in lieu of the ODST fireteam who actually carried out the mission.[1] After the first operation the narrative jumps to July 2557. The Spartan is deployed onto Gamma Halo to reacquire the Conduit from the Covenant forces who have taken the artifact to a Forerunner site they refer to as the Altar. After the player is successful, they must deliver the Conduit to an ONI facility in New Phoenix on Earth in the hope of using the artifact to close a slipspace portal that has unleashed a Promethean invasion upon the city.[3]

Plot

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Spartan Strike begins in 2557. UNSC Infinity's AI Roland informs an unnamed Spartan-IV that the Office of Naval Intelligence has granted the Spartan access to a highly classified simulation of the Battle of Mombasa. Using a UNSC Tactical Simulator, Roland reveals that the Spartan will simulate the actions of an ODST squad sent to secure a Forerunner artifact called the Conduit. In the simulation, the ODST squad is replaced by a lone Spartan clad in War Master armor.[4]

Campaign

The Spartan Strike campaign will feature five chapters known as "Operations" with six missions each.[1][5]

  • Operation A: Orphic Spear
  • Operation B: Steadfast Pursuit
  • Operation C: Valiant Hammer
  • Operation D: Adamantine Shield
  • Operation E: TBA

Features

A Kestrel versus a Ghost

Halo: Spartan Strike includes a number of refinements to Spartan Assault's gameplay, including improved controls and having the player's virtual thumbsticks as visible circles on the screen. Grenade throwing has been made more precise and new armor abilities will be included. The sandbox has also been expanded with the inclusion of the Promethean enemy units and weapons, as well as new vehicles including the Warthog. The game also introduces the Kestrel, inspired by a vehicle cut during the development of Halo 2.[3][1]

The missions and the campaign overall will be longer (roughly five hours) wheras Spartan Assault's campaign last around three to four hours. The difficulty will increase progressively throughout the campaign more prominently than in Spartan Assault. Like the original version of its predecessor, Spartan Strike will feature no multiplayer mode.[3] The game will have linked leaderboards and weekly challenges.[1]

The game will feature in-game credits which can be used to purchase weapons and equipment, the the microtransactions featured in Spartan Assault having been omitted. Credits will be earned only through gameplay, although three Achievements in Halo: The Master Chief Collection will award the player a number of extra credits. Playing Spartan Strike will also unlock exclusive multiplayer content for The Master Chief Collection, including an in-game nameplate, emblem and avatar.[3]

The Windows version of Spartan Strike will support cross-platform integration; a copy of the game will be playable on all Windows 8/8.1 devices irrespective of the platform the game was purchased on along with shared stats. As with Spartan Assault, the Steam version will be excluded from this integration as the Steam platform does not share the Xbox Live gaming profile.[3]

Appearances

Characters

Species and entities

Organizations

Locations

Events

Weapons

UNSC

Usable
Unusable

Covenant

Usable
Unusable

Forerunner

Usable
Unusable

Vehicles

Technology and equipment

Armor abilities[1]



Marketing

Halo: Spartan Strike was announced by an article and gameplay video at the video gaming website IGN on October 15, 2014.[3] The following day, an announcement trailer was released on Halo Waypoint's YouTube channel alongside the creation of an official page for the game at the Halo Waypoint website.[6][1] The game was initially scheduled for a December 12, 2014 release, however on December 5, 343 Industries announced that the game would be pushed back to early 2015 due to continuing issues with Halo: The Master Chief Collection's online multiplayer.[2]

Gallery

Gameplay

  • HSS-Main Menu.jpg

    The main menu of Halo: Spartan Strike.

  • All operation and mission briefing screens shown in the reveal video.

    All operation and mission briefing screens shown in the reveal video.

  • The player character arrives on Gamma Halo.

    The player character arrives on Gamma Halo.

  • A Warthog in action.

    A Warthog in action.

  • The player using a Warthog on Gamma Halo.

    The player using a Warthog on Gamma Halo.

  • Fighting Covenant forces in Gamma Halo's jungles.

    Fighting Covenant forces in Gamma Halo's jungles.

  • The player using a regeneration field.

    The player using a regeneration field.

  • The player fighting near a cliff on Gamma Halo.

    The player fighting near a cliff on Gamma Halo.

  • The player faces a Knight at a Forerunner structure.

    The player faces a Knight at a Forerunner structure.

  • A Covenant lance utilizing a bubble shield.

    A Covenant lance utilizing a bubble shield.

  • A Kestrel engaging the Covenant and Prometheans.

    A Kestrel engaging the Covenant and Prometheans.

  • A Kestrel destroying a wall.

    A Kestrel destroying a wall.

  • The player facing a Wraith with a Grizzly tank.

    The player facing a Wraith with a Grizzly tank.

  • An unknown Forerunner object.

    An unknown Forerunner object.

Cinematics

  • A storm on Earth's surface.

    A storm on Earth's surface.

  • The player Spartan fleeing from a wavefront of energy in a Warthog.

    The player Spartan fleeing from a wavefront of energy in a Warthog.

  • A trio of Promethean Knights.

    A trio of Promethean Knights.

  • A Hornet VTOL approaches an embattled city.

    A Hornet VTOL approaches an embattled city.

  • UNSC troops fighting Prometheans in New Phoenix.

    UNSC troops fighting Prometheans in New Phoenix.

  • Knights being disintegrated by incoming fire.

    Knights being disintegrated by incoming fire.

Logos and banners

  • A banner for the game.

    A banner for the game.

  • Official logo.

    Official logo.

  • The Spartan Strike logo and icon.

    The Spartan Strike logo and icon.

Notes


Sources

  1. ^ a b c d e f g Halo Waypoint: Halo: Spartan Strike
  2. ^ a b Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named delay
  3. ^ a b c d e f g Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named IGN
  4. ^ a b c d e f g h YouTube: Halo: Spartan Strike đã phát hành nhưng không chơi được
  5. ^ Halo: Spartan Strike operation screens
  6. ^ YouTube: Halo: Spartan Strike Announce Trailer

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