UPDATE: Phase One of the Weapon Tuning Test is officially underway! Check out the Team Arena playlist from 9/6 through 9/10 to test new loadouts and help us get baseline data before the newly tuned weapons are introduced on 9/11. The new Phase One feedback thread can be found HERE.
UPDATE: The Halo 5 update was released on 9/5 which added the newly tuned weapons that will be used for the upcoming tuning test. The Team Arena playlist has not been updated yet ("Phase One")- the team is working on getting that setup ASAP. Stay tuned!
Read all about the upcoming test, what's changing and how you can participate in the Halo 5 Weapon Tuning Update blog.
Once the first phase kicks off later this week we'll open a new thread for discussion and feedback. Until then, sound off below!
Why even do a weapon tuning update to Halo 5?
The Sandbox Team has two main goals driving this work:
The tuning update will encompass approx. 12 items in the Halo 5 sandbox. In the days and weeks ahead we'll be digging more into which weapons are being adjusted and share some high level context behind the changes. Note that we will not be sharing super specific details about exactly how the weapons are being re-tuned - this is intentional to help ensure that our game data and player feedback isn't skewed or biased. You'll get a chance to test and experience these adjustments first-hand before they're finalized.
Is this only for matchmaking or multiplayer?
No - The final outcome of this test will result in tuning adjustments applying to weapons across the entire game (MP, Campaign, & WZ).
When will this tuning test take place?
The tuning test will kick off the week of Sept. 4 with an update to Team Arena - this update will add in many of the base weapons that will be part of the public testing later this month. We'd like everyone to play on the Team Arena playlist for "Phase One" to help establish a baseline for both game data and your own familiarity so you have some context once the weapons are updated. Currently the plan is to change Team Arena to "Weapon Tuning Test" playlist with the newly tuned weapons on Sept. 11.
Why isn't X, Y, or Z being included in the tuning update?
The Sandbox Team has a core set of weapons that are being targeted with this tuning update but we're always reviewing feedback and game data to monitor the state of the entire game sandbox and evaluate opportunities for potential future updates.
Are classic Halo 5 weapons being completely changed?
No. For the most part, the tuning changes are pretty nuanced and minor refinements.
Will these tuning changes end up impacting the HCS season or upcoming HCS London or Dreamhack Denver events?
No, teams are working very closely to ensure that the competitive landscape isn't disrupted during an active season or lead up to an event. All competitors will continue to play on the same settings that were used for the duration of the Summer 2017 season.
Please use this thread to discuss your thoughts and share feedback about the upcoming tuning test. We'll do our best to answer questions and keep everyone in the loop as things progress. And please, keep the discussion civil and constructive!
UPDATE: The Halo 5 update was released on 9/5 which added the newly tuned weapons that will be used for the upcoming tuning test. The Team Arena playlist has not been updated yet ("Phase One")- the team is working on getting that setup ASAP. Stay tuned!
Read all about the upcoming test, what's changing and how you can participate in the Halo 5 Weapon Tuning Update blog.
Once the first phase kicks off later this week we'll open a new thread for discussion and feedback. Until then, sound off below!
Why even do a weapon tuning update to Halo 5?
The Sandbox Team has two main goals driving this work:
- Revitalize and re-balance the Halo 5 sandbox to a more desirable state
- Establish/strengthen unique roles for each weapon and reduce role redundancy
The tuning update will encompass approx. 12 items in the Halo 5 sandbox. In the days and weeks ahead we'll be digging more into which weapons are being adjusted and share some high level context behind the changes. Note that we will not be sharing super specific details about exactly how the weapons are being re-tuned - this is intentional to help ensure that our game data and player feedback isn't skewed or biased. You'll get a chance to test and experience these adjustments first-hand before they're finalized.
Is this only for matchmaking or multiplayer?
No - The final outcome of this test will result in tuning adjustments applying to weapons across the entire game (MP, Campaign, & WZ).
When will this tuning test take place?
The tuning test will kick off the week of Sept. 4 with an update to Team Arena - this update will add in many of the base weapons that will be part of the public testing later this month. We'd like everyone to play on the Team Arena playlist for "Phase One" to help establish a baseline for both game data and your own familiarity so you have some context once the weapons are updated. Currently the plan is to change Team Arena to "Weapon Tuning Test" playlist with the newly tuned weapons on Sept. 11.
Why isn't X, Y, or Z being included in the tuning update?
The Sandbox Team has a core set of weapons that are being targeted with this tuning update but we're always reviewing feedback and game data to monitor the state of the entire game sandbox and evaluate opportunities for potential future updates.
Are classic Halo 5 weapons being completely changed?
No. For the most part, the tuning changes are pretty nuanced and minor refinements.
Will these tuning changes end up impacting the HCS season or upcoming HCS London or Dreamhack Denver events?
No, teams are working very closely to ensure that the competitive landscape isn't disrupted during an active season or lead up to an event. All competitors will continue to play on the same settings that were used for the duration of the Summer 2017 season.
Please use this thread to discuss your thoughts and share feedback about the upcoming tuning test. We'll do our best to answer questions and keep everyone in the loop as things progress. And please, keep the discussion civil and constructive!
