Last month, I promised the Halo <\/em>and Xbox community that addressing the matchmaking issues and other bugs impacting players\u2019 experience with Halo: The Master Chief Collection <\/em>was our #1 priority.\u00a0 We\u2019ve been working around the clock deploying weekly content updates and numerous server-side adjustments that have shown good results and we\u2019re encouraged by the feedback we\u2019re hearing from you.\u00a0 Another big challenge was met when we added fan-favorite playlists, such as SWAT and Halo: CE, back to our matchmaking menu and we plan to add more soon.\u00a0 Next week, we\u2019ll release a content update that will add all 10 episodes of the cooperative experience \u201cSpartan Ops\u201d for Halo 4<\/em>, and will address other issues.\u00a0 I assure you that the team will continue to work on additional content updates to further improve the all-up gameplay experience.<\/p>\n HFFL:<\/strong> Wait, Spartan Ops back in? YES! Okay, I know not many people played this, but man, I LOVED it. (READ ON!!!)<\/span><\/p>\n This has been a humbling experience and highlighted how we as a studio can \u2013 and need <\/em>\u2013 to do better for Xbox fans around the world. \u00a0We are so grateful to our fans who have stood by our side and we appreciate all of your patience as we worked through these issues. \u00a0As a token of our appreciation and to thank fans for the continued support and understanding, we will be offering the following items, for free, to anyone who has played Halo: The Master Chief Collection<\/em> online since launch (11.11.14) through today (12.19.14).*<\/p>\n * For specifics on eligibility and further details on the offer, visit the FAQ here<\/a>.<\/em> HFFL:<\/strong> Okay, nice little add-ons and a month of LIVE is always welcomed. READ ON!!!<\/span><\/p>\n Additionally, you\u2019ve told us that you want more Halo 2: Anniversary<\/em> multiplayer map content and Halo 3: ODST<\/em> on Xbox One. \u00a0As a future bonus, we\u2019re going to make these happen and give them to you for free. \u00a0We are just now starting work with our partners to bring both to Halo: The Master Chief Collection<\/em> and will share more specific details on timing in the coming months. \u00a0But for now, here\u2019s what you can expect:<\/p>\n <\/em><\/li>\n The satisfaction and joy of our fans is absolutely critical to everyone at 343 Industries and we regret the issues and the frustration you have endured. \u00a0We are truly sorry and thank you for your continued patience and support of the Halo franchise.<\/p>\n Sincerely, HFFL:<\/strong> Okay, now THAT is a great apology to fans! Hmm, now I wonder if Reach will come to the XBOX One?? As well, with ODST, will that mean yet MORE achievements for the HMCC?? \u00a0I don’t know about you folks, but I’m VERY happy with this. I loved ODST’s campaign. I’m a little surprised that it’s being ported into the HMCC instead of a stand alone title, since it’s not “Master Chief”. But that’s only a curiosity and in no way a complaint. If anyone complains about this apology\/reward from Bonnie Ross, well, let me just say that I can’t say what I really want to hear as this is a family friendly website…<\/span><\/p>\n -Sal<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This is a reblog from Halo Waypoint: Last month, I promised the Halo and Xbox community that addressing the matchmaking issues and other bugs impacting players\u2019 experience with Halo: The Master Chief Collection was our #1 priority.\u00a0 We\u2019ve been working … Continue reading \n
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