{"id":2661,"date":"2012-08-23T01:59:23","date_gmt":"2012-08-23T06:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=2661"},"modified":"2012-08-23T02:10:59","modified_gmt":"2012-08-23T07:10:59","slug":"the-halo-bulletin-8-22-12-and-its-an-exciting-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=2661","title":{"rendered":"The Halo Bulletin 8-22-12 (and it’s an exciting one!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Okay, for those that want to read the whole thing go here: The Halo Bulletin<\/a><\/p>\n

For those that just want to get to the good stuff, read on.<\/p>\n

BS Angel talks about how hot it was in the studio.<\/p>\n

SPOILERS FORTHCOMING<\/strong>, you’ve been warned.<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Original Soundtrack and Special Edition Remix Album coming Oct. 22!<\/p>\n

Here’s a link to some of the regular samples:
\nHalo 4 samples<\/a><\/p>\n

Here’s a link to some of the remix samples:
\nHalo 4 remix samples<\/a><\/p>\n

More talk about the music and remixes.<\/p>\n

Now for the official news on when to get the OST (Original Soundtrack).<\/p>\n

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Following text from Halo Waypoint:<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Original Soundtrack (available in physical CD and digital formats)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Available for standalone purchase of $13.98 (U.S. ERP), the Halo 4 Original Soundtrack features 15 themes from award-winning producer Neil Davidge, co-writer and producer of the pioneering trip hop group Massive Attack. Working in collaboration with 343 Industries, Davidge and his production team enlisted a 16-person hand-picked male tenor \/ bass choir plus 10 females from the London Bulgarian Choir, a full 50 piece orchestra, and a whole host of other performers to bring the music of Halo 4 to life. Those who purchase a physical copy of the Original Soundtrack will receive a free download voucher for three exclusive remix tracks and three additional Davidge tracks not included on the soundtrack but featured in the Halo 4 game. These game pieces will not be available on any other platform other than through the physical CD purchase.<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Original Soundtrack List and Titles (CD & Digital):<\/p>\n

1. Awakening
\n2. Belly Of The Beast
\n3. Requiem
\n4. Legacy
\n5. Faithless
\n6. Nemesis
\n7. Haven
\n8. Ascendancy
\n9. Solace
\n10. To Galaxy
\n11. Immaterial
\n12. 117
\n13. Arrival
\n14. Revival
\n15. Green And Blue<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Special Digital Original Soundtrack<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Special Digital Original Soundtrack features the full content of the Original Soundtrack, a digital booklet, as well as six bonus remix tracks composed by renowned producer Neil Davidge and remixed as follows: To Galaxy (Sander Van Doorn & Julian Jordan Remix), Awakening (Gui Boratto Remix), Revival (DJ Skee & THX Remix), Ascendancy (Caspa Remix), Requiem (Bobby Tank Remix) and The Beauty of Cortana (Apocalyptica vs. Neil Davidge Remix).<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Special Edition 2-Disc Box Set<\/strong><\/p>\n

Available for preorder<\/a>\u00a0today for $75 (U.S. ERP), the Halo 4 Special Edition 2-Disc Box Set includes the following: Halo 4 Original Soundtrack, Halo 4 14-track remix album, Exclusive \u201cMaking of Halo 4 Music\u201d DVD containing over 70 minutes of unique behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, and recording sessions from Abbey Road, Exclusive hardcover book on the \u201cMaking of Halo 4 Music\u201d featuring production and composition notes from Neil Davidge plus exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and exclusive artwork images, Exclusive 12\u201d Neil Davidge signed art print, Exclusive 180g heavy weight 12\u201d Vinyl Full color Picture Disk of Master Chief and Cortana in a uniquely designed Sleeve bag, Exclusive Avatar T-Shirt download (Male & Female). The first 5000 orders will all be individually numbered in a limited series and personalized by Neil Davidge.<\/p>\n

Halo 4 Remix Album Track List and Titles:<\/p>\n

1. Awakening \u2013 Gui Boratto Remix
\n2. Green And Blue \u2013 KOAN Sound Remix
\n3. Requiem \u2013 Bobby Tank Remix
\n4. Ascendancy \u2013 Caspa Remix
\n5. To Galaxy \u2013 Sander Van Doorn & Julian Jordan Remix
\n6. Haven \u2013 Hundred Waters Remix
\n7. Revival \u2013 DJ Skee & THX Remix
\n8. Ascendancy \u2013 Matt Lange Remix
\n9. Nemesis \u2013 Alvin Risk Remix
\n10. Solace \u2013 Maor Levi Remix
\n11. Arrival \u2013 Norin & Rad Remix
\n12. Green And Blue \u2013 Andrew Bayer Remix
\n13. Foreshadow \u2013 James Iha Remix
\n14. The Beauty Of Cortana \u2013 Apocalyptica vs. Neil Davidge Remix<\/p>\n

Some REALLY good stuff there.<\/p>\n

Next up, the Halo 4 achievements are fully revealed. Again, spoilers here…<\/p>\n

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\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Dawn<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 1 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Requiem<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 2 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Forerunner<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 3 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Infinity<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 4 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Reclaimer<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 5 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Shutdown<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 6 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Composer<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 7 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Midnight<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Mission 8 on any difficulty.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Wake up John<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete the Campaign on Normal or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0I Need a Hero<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete the Campaign on Heroic or harder.\u00a040 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Legend of 117<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete the Campaign on Legendary difficulty.\u00a070 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Lone Wolf Legend<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete the Campaign solo on Legendary difficulty.\u00a090 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Skullduggery<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete any Campaign mission with 3 or more Skulls on Heroic or harder.\u00a015 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Bropocalypse<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete any Campaign mission co-operatively on Heroic or harder.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Bromageddon<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete the Campaign co-operatively on Heroic or harder.\u00a040 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Contact the Domain<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Find a Terminal in the Campaign.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Terminus<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Find all of the Terminals in the Campaign.\u00a050 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Digging up the Past<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 1, find and access Chief’s record.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Midnight Launch<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 2, get significant air in the Warthog at midnight.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0This is my Rifle, this is my Gun<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 3, carry a UNSC weapon all the way through on Heroic or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Bros to the Close<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Make it through Mission 4 without one preventable Marine death on Heroic or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Mortardom<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 5, hijack a Wraith and use it to kill at least four enemy Wraiths on Heroic or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Explore the Floor<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 6, trick or force a Hunter to fall to his demise.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Give Him the Stick<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 7 in solo Campaign, take out both Hunters using only the Sticky Detonator.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Chief, Smash!<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Mission 8, kill 3 Crawlers in one hit with the Gravity Hammer.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Not Some Recruit Anymore<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Rank up your Spartan-IV to SR-5.\u00a015 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Movin’ on Up<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Rank up your Spartan-IV to SR-20.\u00a030 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0I <3 Red vs Blue<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Win 5 War Games matchmaking matches.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Dongblainer<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Win 20 War Games matchmaking matches.\u00a030 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Operation Completion<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete a Spartan Ops Mission on any difficulty.\u00a015 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0A Legendary Episode<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete all chapters in Spartan Ops Episode 1 on Legendary difficulty.\u00a040 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Dedicated to Crimson<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete all chapters in the first 5 episodes of Spartan Ops on any difficulty.\u00a080 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Crimson Alone<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete a Spartan Ops chapter solo on Legendary.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Roses vs Violets<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Find one of the RvB Easter Eggs in Spartan Ops.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Rescue Ranger<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Save at least one Marine in Chapter 3 of Episode 2 of Spartan Ops on Heroic or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Knight in White Assassination<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Assassinate a Knight in any Spartan Ops mission.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0What Power Outage?<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete Chapter 4, Episode 5 of Spartan Ops without losing a generator on Heroic or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0No Easy Way Out<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0In Ch 1, Ep 5 of Spartan Ops survive all enemy waves during the defense on Normal or harder.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Challenged<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete a Challenge.\u00a010 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Challenger<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Complete 25 Challenges.\u00a020 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Armorer<\/strong> \u00a0 \u00a0Change your Spartan’s armor in the Spartan Armor card.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Badge<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Change your Emblem in the Spartan ID card.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0PWND<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Change your Service Tag in the Spartan ID card.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0What a Poser!<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Change your Spartan’s pose in the Spartan ID card.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Cartographer<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Create and save a Custom Map in Forge.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Game Changer<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Create and save a Custom Game type in War Games.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Snapshot!<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Save a Screenshot from the Theater.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0The Director<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Save a Film Clip from the Theater.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

\"Halo<\/a>\u00a0Sharing is Caring<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Upload a File to your File Share.\u00a05 points<\/p>\n

Now if that’s not enough to whet your appetite!<\/p>\n

News of PAX
\nCustom Challenge
\nSuper Jackpot Weekend (Arena)<\/p>\n

And that’s was it.<\/p>\n

The music was outstanding to listen to. I can’t wait to get the soundtrack. Hopefully I can afford the boxed set.<\/p>\n

The achievements are excellent. Right in line with previous Halo games. Looking forward to getting some air in the hog for that specific achievement!<\/p>\n

A number of things we can learn from those cheevos:<\/p>\n

\u2022 8 missions in campaign
\n\u2022 At least 3 skulls to modify campaign missions
\n\u2022 Terminals in campaign
\n\u2022 Chief’s record made available? (in first mission)
\n\u2022 You can hijack wraiths
\n\u2022 Hunters!!!
\n\u2022 Hunters can be killed with sticky detonator
\n\u2022 Gravity Hammer!
\n\u2022 RvB Easter Eggs
\n\u2022 Assassinations are back in campaign
\n\u2022 Challenges!!!
\n\u2022 Screenshots can be saved
\n\u2022 Film clips can be saved
\n\u2022 File share is back!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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