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I am not sure if this is the case, but if you have purchased the Champion Bundle there could be a glitch occurring like is happening to others. You can refer to this news item, here, and post issues you are having both of these links. Link 2 Link 3

I found this while looking for information about the Champions Bundle armor and weapon skins issues at Waypoint. I am curious to find out what you make of BS Angel's post script comment below. lol

There is simply no doubt that Destiny is going to be the game that is most played by me after it releases. Bungie has created the type of environment and game play situations that will appreciate the most. It truly is a game you can enjoy with your friends while embarking on all sorts of adventures together either with them or alone. I do not remember feeling this since of anticipation for any games besides Halo 2 and Halo 3.

The Halo 4 Champion Bundle has been receiving a lot of feedback due to various issues with the armor skins, weapons skins and other noted problems. The new skins sold in the Champions Bundle will only appear in the War Games menu and not in spartan Ops or Campaign. Many players are feeling they have been cheated by not having the full use of the skins in all areas of the game as is with all other skins shipped or purchased previously. A comment by BS Angel, when directly asked about the matter brought this response from the 343 employee. Josh ‏@JSA43420 Aug @bsangel I'm really enjoying it! Just wondering if there will ever be a fix so this stuff works in Spartan Ops. Jessica Shea‏@bsangel @JSA434 That content will continue to be available in War Games only. No plans to change that, unfortunately. There have been some other problems being noted by players since the DLC went live. Here are a few of the complaints. It will not allow to play xbox live on the DLC maps When I try to do custom games it sais player failed to load content. I wish I could see my armor such as the forearms and shoulders in game instead it shows inner-plated forearms and scout shoulders. Only the legs appear as the ones you have selected. Prefect, Mark V and Ricochet forearms display as ODST in first-person POV in Custom Games and Matchmaking. Some Forge items in the “Scenery” and “Gadget” palettes of the Majestic and Castle Map Packs will have incorrect labels. The three new armor mods, along with Champions Bundle content, are not available in Spartan Ops or Campaign. Loadouts are reset and Spartan Points are refunded when a new Loadout slot is unlocked. This occurs at SR-6, SR-14, SR-26 and SR-41. When you reach these levels, you will need to re-purchase all items and redo your Loadouts. No Spartan Points will be lost. Ever since I downloaded the bundle pack, my profile became corrupted. I had to re-download all my other halo 4 DLC content & buy all the halo 4 weapons & abilities again. I'm also surprised it gave me extra tokens. The bundle is soo buggy that I can't run most of the time while I have mobility on me! (unlimited sprint). We will keep an eye out for any more information, bugs or glitches that are being reported and bring answers from 343 as they become available. View full article

Sony has announced the list of games that will be available for the launch of the new PS4 console as well as the release date for the PS4 itself. It will be released in the US on November 15th and in Europe on November 29th 2013. There were additional announcements made regarding the PlayStation Vita which will receive a new price of €199 EU and $199 US. The new pricing goes into effect as of yesterday August 20th. Additionally, though no details were given, the high priced memory cards for the Vita will be significantly reduced, according to SCEE boss Jim Ryan. Sony also states that in addition to the Blu-ray and digital releases, it will also pre-install The Playroom on all PS4 consoles. This program teaches players how to use DualShock 4 controller and allows them to play various AR games using the PlayStation Camera, which is sold separately. Here is alist of games set for release with the PS4. Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag (Blu-ray/digital) Basement Crawl (digital) Battlefield 4 (Blu-ray/digital) Blacklight (digital) Call of Duty: Ghosts (Blu-ray/digital) Contrast (digital) DC Universe Online (digital) Doki-Doki Universe (digital) DriveClub (Blu-ray/digital) FIFA 14 (Blu-ray/digital) Flower (digital) Hohokum (digital) Just Dance 2014 (Blu-ray/digital) Killzone: Shadow Fall (Blu-ray/digital) Knack (Blu-ray/digital) Lego Marvel Superheroes (Blu-ray/digital) Madden NFL 25 (Blu-ray/digital) Minecraft (digital) N++ (digital) NBA Live (Blu-ray/digital) NBA 2K14 (Blu-ray/digital) Need for Speed: Rivals (Blu-ray/digital) Pinball Arcade (digital) Planetside 2 (digital) Pool Nation Extreme (digital) ResoGun (digital) Skylanders: Swap Force (Blu-ray/digital) Super Motherload (digital) The Playroom (preinstalled) Tiny Brains (digital) Warframe (digital) War Thunder (digital) Watch_Dogs (Blu-ray/digital) Images from select games Sony's PS4 appears to feature more games that cater to all age groups with their original line up. View full article

Due to the number of incoming OP's, threads, that have been increasing in number this will serve as the question and answer thread. Read the thread before posting. Post a legitimate concern needing an answer not already posted in this thread. Only answer posts by using the quote system and with valid answers. Common problems Question/ Maps are not included in the season pass I bought separately or received with my LE game? Answer/ The season pass, or pre-purchased DLC, was clearly marked and explained to have only three (3) DLC's included which were Crimson, Majestic and Castle. ************************************** Question/ My armor does not work in Spartan Ops or Campaign? Answer/ According to a Twitter post by BSAngel the new skins will only work in War Games. Her Twitter post is below. Follow Jessica Shea‏@bsangel @JSA434 That content will continue to be available in War Games only. No plans to change that, unfortunately. All other comments, questions and answers may be posted below. Be polite and do not use harsh or foul language. Posts will be deleted that do not follow forum rules or guides set in this OP.

Simply click on the link below and select the "Feedback" tab on the right side of the page mid way down by your scroll bar. This will allow direct feedback from company personnel that can answer your question properly. LINK To members who posts were removed....quit playing games with 'cute' posts on threads. If you have nothing substantial, helpful or are legitimately adding to a thread stay off of it.

Microsoft has opened the way for independent developers to use the ID@Xbox program to potentially become a registered XBOX One developer. This type of program is similar to Bugie's Aerospace project that launched back in 2011. The difference here is the ability to produce games directly for a console, given you have a proven record of shipping games for console, PC, phone or tablet use. Here is the story as it originally appeared in eurogamer.net. Microsoft unveils Xbox One indie developer self-publishing program By Wesley Yin-Poole Microsoft has unveiled its Xbox One indie developer self-publishing program. Microsoft said it met with more than 50 developers to learn what they wanted from a self-publishing program, and ID@Xbox, as it's known, is the result. Under the new rules, each registered developer will receive two development kits at no cost, and developers will have access to the full power of the console, cloud services, Kinect and the Xbox Live toolset, which includes Xbox SmartGlass, multiplayer, Achievements and Gamerscore, among other things. Applications to the ID@Xbox Program will be accepted from 20th August at www.xbox.com/id. If a developer is accepted, it will become a registered Xbox One developer. Microsoft said this status will be granted "with priority" to independent game developers "who have a proven track record of shipping games on console, PC, mobile or tablet", suggesting Microsoft has stopped short of creating a true open platform in the vein of the App Store. Crucially, there are no application fees, and as with Xbox 360, there are no fees for certification or title updates. Developers will also benefit from a global support team, headed up by ID@Xbox director Chris Charla. Charla's brief is to maintain personal communication with developers. Community managers will provide quick responses to submissions, and a number of events are planned to explain how the process will work. A chief concern among indie devs is how their games will be discovered by gamers who use the Xbox One. Microsoft said all games are located together on the Xbox One Store, and "rich search scenarios" using voice through Kinect will enable easy discoverability. Trending will showcase what friends and the community are playing, Recommendations will bring forward new games based on what you like to play, Spotlight showcases Editor Picks and, with the Xbox One's Game DVR and Upload feature, new games will be found as gamers capture and share videos. Developers will also be able to create special events out of Achievements and Challenges. The initial phase of the program will begin this autumn, but longer term Microsoft plans to enable any Xbox One console to be used as a development kit for self-publishing purposes. "This means that any hobbyist with a great game idea can make it come to life on Xbox One," Microsoft said. "We know Xbox fans will fall in love with the quality and diversity of games on our platform," Marc Whitten, Xbox Chief Product Officer, said. "We are committed to ID@Xbox and are fully invested in helping independent developers succeed on Xbox One." Microsoft EMEA boss Phil Harrison added: "I am really looking forward to the diversity and creativity of games that will come to Xbox One through the ID@Xbox program. We've worked with the community of developers to craft a platform that helps creators self-publish on Xbox One - irrespective of their size or location." One indie developer already convinced by Microsoft's new initiative is SpyParty creator Chris Hecker: "I'm really excited that Microsoft has listened to feedback from developers and created this program," he said. "As an independent developer, I want SpyParty to be available to as many players as possible, and it feels like Microsoft is interested in not only removing roadblocks for indies to get their games on Xbox One, but they're also genuinely interested in finding ways to bring new and innovative indie games to their platform to help games reach their potential as an art and entertainment form." View full article

Assassins Creed IV Black Flag will not only be bringing back the classic style game play that die hard 'Creed' fans love, but also a new feature that will offer players a whole new way to explore the environment around them. The new underwater swimming experience opens up a vast area for the player to explore and find treasure, upgrades for their ship and other hidden items. You will have the same type of free roam ability under the oceans, seas and lagoons that you find on land except that here you will have no weapons for defense. This means when you encounter sharks, jelly fish, manta rays and various other dangerous sea creatures you must use the environment and stealth to avoid attacks and elude predators because you are the prey underwater. The new experience will allow you to traverse the entire oceans, if you choose, underwater. The one catch is that you need to be wary of your air supply. When diving close to your ship the crew will provide an air bell for use, but in more distant locations you will have to seek out air pockets under rock shelves and in caves. There will be a diverse underwater environment that features ship wrecks, coral reefs, under water caves, lagoons and trenches that are carpeted with lush seaweed beds, sand, clams and filled with all manner of underwater life. In an video interview with producer Arnaud Vaudour, Tom Bramwell of eurogamer.net discusses the new addition of under water exploration in Assassins Creed IV Black Flag. View full article

The list of games that will be available at the launch of the XBOX One was revealed today. It was also stated that pre-ordered XBOX One's for Europe will come with a digital copy of FIFA 14, while supplies last. Call of Duty: Ghosts will have dedicated servers on Xbox One thanks to the cloud storage system Activision announced during a Gamescom 2013 press briefing. The game will also be available in a special console design bundle with the Xbox One. Microsoft also revealed Fable Legends as a new incarnation of the series. Lionhead Studios will include a 4-player co-op for the first time and SmartGlass compatibility. Here is a list of games set for release with the XBOX One. Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag (Ubisoft, Ubisoft) Battlefield 4 (DICE, Electronic Arts) Call of Duty: Ghosts (Infinity Ward, Activision) Crimson Dragon (Grounding/Land **!, Microsoft Studios) Dead Rising 3 (Capcom Vancouver, Microsoft) FIFA 14 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) Fighter Within (AMA Ltd., Ubisoft) Forza Motorsport 5 (Turn 10 Studios, Microsoft Studios) Just Dance 2014 (Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft) Killer Instinct (Double Helix, Microsoft Studios) LEGO Marvel Super Heroes (TT Games, Warner Bros. Interactive) Lococycle (Twisted Pixel, Microsoft Studios) Madden NFL 25 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) NBA 2K14 (Visual Concepts, 2K Sports) NBA LIVE 14 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) Need for Speed: Rivals (Ghost Games, Electronic Arts) Peggle 2 (Popcap, Electronic Arts) Powerstar Golf (Zoe Mode, Microsoft Studios) Ryse: Son of Rome (Crytek, Microsoft Studios) Skylanders: Swap Force (Vicarious Visions, Activision) Watch Dogs (Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft) Zoo Tycoon (Frontier Developments Ltd., Microsoft Studios) Zumba Fitness: World Party (Zoë Mode, Majesco) Images from select games. View full article

Bring it back? I play it most every day!

For those of you who are purchasing, or thinking about purchasing, the new map pack and assorted armors, weapon and armor skins, game types as well as some new stances for your Spartan the Champions Bundle is currently available via the marketplace. The Champions Bundle contains three DLC packs, as well as bonus content, including: Bullseye Pack (Includes Ricochet, a new game type) Steel Skin Pack Infinity Armor Pack Bonus content, including new stances, armor and weapon skins, and a new armor mod Maps Vitigo Vertigo is an asymmetrical map that provides a wide variety of indoor and outdoor combat. The map lends itself best to Slayer and Extraction game types and is best played with anywhere from 8 to 10 players. Vertigo also touts the return of a dynamic, interactive element in a Halo multiplayer map: Each base has a trigger point that depletes the shields of all players in range when shot. The map also contains a series of caves on each side as well as three levels of verticality, providing players with several different routes for attacking each base. Pitfall Not only will Pitfall add another medium-sized symmetrical map to Halo 4 Matchmaking, but the remake also includes updated features (such as strategically placed crates and ledges) that provide increased pace and flow. Whether you’re playing Capture the Flag, Slayer or the new Ricochet game type, Pitfall will bring back memories of sweet, sweet carnage on The Pit. Game Type Ricochet Ricochet has pacing, strategy and unique mix of attack/defend dynamics. The objective of the game type is to protect your team’s goal (a zone that is similar to a Hill in King of the Hill) while scoring in the opposing goal, either by throwing or running the ball into the goal. Running the ball into the goal earns you 50 points, while throwing the ball into the goal gets you 20 points. The game type will be exclusive to the Bullseye Pack for a limited time of 2 weeks, after which it will become available to all players. The Bullseye Pack also includes the Ricochet armor (pictured above). Infinity Armor Packs MARK V Armor DESIGNATION: MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor System [GEN1] – MARK V MANUFACTURER: Materials Group TESTING SITE: Damascus, Vhalkem – CHI CETI IV ODST Armor DESIGNATION: MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor System [GEN2] – ORBITAL DROP SHOCK TROOPER MANUFACTURER: Cascade Stronghold Technologies TESTING SITE: Mindoro, Lhopat – CASCADE PREFECT Armor DESIGNATION: MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor System [GEN2] – PREFECT MANUFACTURER: The Watershed Division TESTING SITE: Denegroth, West Conamara – EUROPA Steel Skin Pack Bonus Content Weapon Skins Players Stances Armor Skins (No images available) Tracer Column Python Bayonet Solid Resistor Tactical Package The Champions Bundle will include a sneak peek to the Resistor armor mod, which allows players to retain full mobility despite taking fire for a few moments. The armor mod will eventually be made available to all players in Halo 4 Matchmaking free of charge. View full article

Recharge will give an early recharge to reduced shields. Approximately 1 1/2 seconds. Survivor will discharge you from a destroyed vehicle, in most cases, but you do loose shield strength. Massive splash damage can kill the enable player or the type of final destruction can affect this as well.

Here. http://www.343industries.org/forum/topic/29976-bullseye-map-pack-and-champions-bundle/?p=272460