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{{Title|''Halo Online Beta''}} | {{Title|''Halo Online Beta''}} | ||
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[[File:Halo Online Beta screen.png|thumb|250px | [[File:Halo Online Beta screen.png|thumb|250px|The matchmaking screen of the Beta]] | ||
The '''''Halo Online Beta''''', also known as the '''''Halo Online Closed Beta''''', was a phase of the development of ''[[Halo Online]]'', produced by [[Saber Interactive]] and organized by [[Microsoft|Microsoft Game Studios]]. It was publicly announced by a post on [[Halo Waypoint]].<ref name="waypoint">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/halo-online-closed-beta-launching-in-russia '''Halo Waypoint''': '' Halo Online Closed Beta Launching in Russia'']</ref> The beta started on [[2015|September 30 2015]] in Russia, though it was suspended on December 28, 2015 due to major problems. | The '''''Halo Online Beta''''', also known as the '''''Halo Online Closed Beta''''', was a phase of the development of ''[[Halo Online]]'', produced by [[Saber Interactive]] and organized by [[Microsoft|Microsoft Game Studios]]. It was publicly announced by a post on [[Halo Waypoint]].<ref name="waypoint">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/halo-online-closed-beta-launching-in-russia '''Halo Waypoint''': '' Halo Online Closed Beta Launching in Russia'']</ref> The beta started on [[2015#September|September 30, 2015]] in Russia, though it was suspended on December 28, 2015, due to major problems. | ||
==How to get into the Beta== | ==How to get into the Beta== | ||
On September 3, it was announced that there would be four different ways to get into the Closed Beta. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20151103161828/https://ru.4game.com/halo/install/ '''Halo Online''' - ''Install Page(Archived)'']</ref> | On September 3, it was announced that there would be four different ways to get into the Closed Beta.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20151103161828/https://ru.4game.com/halo/install/ '''Halo Online''' - ''Install Page(Archived)'']</ref> | ||
*'''Free Application''' | *'''Free Application''' | ||
This didn't guarantee access | This didn't guarantee access | ||
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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
On September 30, 2015 the closed beta started, and on [[2015|December 28, 2015]], the closed Beta test was suspended. The developers said that they encountered serious problems during the development of ''Halo Online'', and with 343 Industries' counsel they decided to suspend testing and "send the game to a serious revision" for several months. Because of that, for people who bought the exclusive premium Beta tester kits, there was a compensation offer. | On September 30, 2015, the closed beta started, and on [[2015|December 28, 2015]], the closed Beta test was suspended. The developers said that they encountered serious problems during the development of ''Halo Online'', and with 343 Industries' counsel, they decided to suspend testing and "send the game to a serious revision" for several months. Because of that, for people who bought the exclusive premium Beta tester kits, there was a compensation offer. | ||
==Updates== | ==Updates== | ||
[[File:Halo Online Update 6.jpg|200px|right]] | [[File:Halo Online Update 6.jpg|200px|right]] | ||
===Beta Update 1=== | ===Beta Update 1=== | ||
This update released with the ''Halo Online'' Closed Beta on September | This update released with the ''Halo Online'' Closed Beta on September 30, 2015. | ||
*2 maps: [[Last Resort|Refuge]], and [[High Ground|Elevation]]. | *2 maps: [[Last Resort|Refuge]], and [[High Ground|Elevation]]. | ||
*New weapons | *New weapons | ||
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*Plus other various features | *Plus other various features | ||
[[File: | [[File:Halo Online Update 7.jpg|200px|right]] | ||
===Beta Update 2=== | ===Beta Update 2=== | ||
On December 2, 2015 an update was released for the closed beta build that included<ref>[https://vk.com/wall-79914897_54297 '''Halo Online VK''' - ''Update 7'']</ref> | On December 2, 2015, an update was released for the closed beta build that included<ref>[https://vk.com/wall-79914897_54297 '''Halo Online VK''' - ''Update 7'']</ref> | ||
*1 map: [[Sandtrap]] | *1 map: [[Sandtrap]] | ||
*2 New Weapons: M7B-R49 and MA5-A46 | *2 New Weapons: M7B-R49 and MA5-A46 | ||
*2 armor modules: Hologram and Shockwave | *2 armor modules: Hologram and Shockwave | ||
*A new grenade: [[ | *A new grenade: [[Orgudam Workshop firebomb]] | ||
*Plus other various features | *Plus other various features | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
{{Ref/Sources}} | |||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
Latest revision as of 11:56, April 12, 2023
The Halo Online Beta, also known as the Halo Online Closed Beta, was a phase of the development of Halo Online, produced by Saber Interactive and organized by Microsoft Game Studios. It was publicly announced by a post on Halo Waypoint.[1] The beta started on September 30, 2015 in Russia, though it was suspended on December 28, 2015, due to major problems.
How to get into the Beta[edit]
On September 3, it was announced that there would be four different ways to get into the Closed Beta.[2]
- Free Application
This didn't guarantee access
- Basic Kit
This guaranteed access, gave the used 5000 gold, gave an exclusive emblem and nameplate, and the ability to reserve a nickname.
- Premium Kit
This guaranteed access, gave the used 10,000 gold, gave an exclusive emblem and nameplate, and the ability to reserve a nickname. Gave the user access to a damage weapon create for 14 days and gave the user the unique BR55 battle rifle.
- Elite Kit
This guaranteed access, gave the used 15,000 gold, gave an exclusive emblem and nameplate, and the ability to reserve a nickname. Gave the user access to a Gold 2.0 weapon create for 30 days and gave the user the unique BR55 battle rifle, and a unique OPERATOR-class Mjolnir armor set.
Overview[edit]
On September 30, 2015, the closed beta started, and on December 28, 2015, the closed Beta test was suspended. The developers said that they encountered serious problems during the development of Halo Online, and with 343 Industries' counsel, they decided to suspend testing and "send the game to a serious revision" for several months. Because of that, for people who bought the exclusive premium Beta tester kits, there was a compensation offer.
Updates[edit]
Beta Update 1[edit]
This update released with the Halo Online Closed Beta on September 30, 2015.
- 2 maps: Refuge, and Elevation.
- New weapons
- The ability to switch between male and female.
- 2 new armor: PROPHET-class Mjolnir, and WRESTLER-class Mjolnir.
- Plus other various features
Beta Update 2[edit]
On December 2, 2015, an update was released for the closed beta build that included[3]
- 1 map: Sandtrap
- 2 New Weapons: M7B-R49 and MA5-A46
- 2 armor modules: Hologram and Shockwave
- A new grenade: Orgudam Workshop firebomb
- Plus other various features
Gallery[edit]
Cancelled Premium Beta-tester Kit Rewards[edit]
Exclusive BR55 Pioneer Skin.
BR55 Pioneer stats.
BR55 Pioneer being held by a Spartan.
Spartan using the BR55 Pioneer.
Exclusive Operator Skin with 10% extra protection against explosions and 10% extra melee damage.
Exclusive Beta Nameplate.
Exclusive Beta Emblem.
Sources[edit]
See also[edit]
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