OK, I was warned by a few folks on this gametype and the Gun Game mod.
Do you think these are 'leaked' future gametypes?
I read of some 343i interest in Gun Game. They have been very quiet on RACE. They are not leaked gametypes per se but the modders are showing what is possible to be made in a gametype. I don't understand why 343i has not already included RACE for Customs even if they don't put it in MM. I suspect it breaks something a bit. Just guessing.
Sept. UPDATE - ADDED "Race v1.1" modded gametype to my fileshare. Runs like the Default RACE did in Reach. Also has settings to merge blocks into vehicles. Because it works well, I've updated a couple maps and added a new one that can use this gametype setup. RED Wheel v2 - GREEN Prix & BLUE Gate (new). Download and try them out. Experiment with the settings and try the merge (Parent/Child) options. ALSO, if you like Race v1.1, try these new maps by Noble Forger - Paradise & Fossilized. * Happy Motoring!!!
Sept. UPDATE - ADDED "Race v1.1" modded gametype to my fileshare. Runs like the Default RACE did in Reach. Also has settings to merge blocks into vehicles. Because it works well, I've updated a couple maps and added a new one that can use this gametype setup. RED Wheel v2 - GREEN Prix & BLUE Gate (new). Download and try them out. Experiment with the settings and try the merge (Parent/Child) options. ALSO, if you like Race v1.1, try these new maps by Noble Forger - Paradise & Fossilized. * Happy Motoring!!!
Have you had any success with 16 players yet?
Did you notice that RACE will be official in December? :)
I'm really glad we've been able to get some racing into the open-site night - Thanks DEEP and Bluestar!
This Race v1.1 modded gametype and the RACETRACKS (adapted KotH) gametype are great because they are FFA or everyone on same team - which keeps the laughs and smack talk going all through the race, That is the best part of racing with friends, for me anyway, and I'm glad more folks from here have had some fun too.
The 10-2 Waypoint Bulletin mentions that Race and RocketRace are going to be featured playlists in Matchmaking in December.
I like this, and it's about time if you ask me. Maybe too late, but we'll see... Anyway, They also mention in the Waypoint Bulletin how the NEW Multi-Team Ricochet gametype can be used to create a Race game, Even providiing some options to do it different ways. Certain Affinity has instructions for the detailed FORGE setting to use to create these adapted race setups. They list them in the Forge Ball advanced options descriptions.
I really hope that 343 is using something more like the Race v1.1 mod instead of this Ricochet adaptation for the Race playlists in December. Hopefully creating a custom gametype that isn't as complex to create as the Certain Affinity method requires. Some of the forgers who created the maps listed in the thread above, including me, have gone back to revise their maps for the Race v1.1 setup because it is easier and runs smoother with larger parties.
RACETRACKS, and Race v1.1 are in my fileshare if you would like to try them out. WRECK-IT Race is in there too, and is my adaptation of the RACETRACKS KotH setup for Team Rocket Race. I have several Race and WRECK-IT Race maps in my fileshare (Link is below my signature). Read the thread above for more details and a list of maps that you can download for fun with your friends. Cheers!
I've updated the Track List with a few more tracks.
Since the 343 version of Race, isn't as good as what the community created, I strongly recommend the Race v1.1 modded gametype and even think that the RACETRACKS (KotH adaptation) is better than 343s Race. I've noted which tracks support Race v1.1 in the list above. I hope those who want to have FUN races can enjoy these tracks with friends. - JAMN
Update - Rocket Race: The new 343 Rocket Race (Dec. 2013-KotH adaptation) will work on maps created for the previously available Rocket Race MODDED gametype.
Update - Rocket Race: The new 343 Rocket Race (Dec. 2013-KotH adaptation) will work on maps created for the previously available Rocket Race MODDED gametype.
Beyond the settings to make the vehicles and drivers tiny or huge, this modded gametype has options for scoring that some might want to try.
Default Settings: Score to WIN = 3, and Race v1.1 Options / Scoring Mode = Laps
By changing the Scoring Mode to 'Checkpoints' you can adjust the Score to WIN so that the players will be ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd etc. at the end of the race instead of 1st for the winner and everyone else is 2nd. This can make the races a little more fun for everyone. You could set score to Unlimited and adjust the Race Time to 5 min. to just see who gets farthest. Or you can set the Score to WIN to 30 or 50 to get just a few Laps. Here are the Score to WIN settings for the Race Maps I have in my fileshare. Have Fun! Drive Fast!
RED Wheel v2 - Score 50 - 4.5 laps
GREEN Prix - Score 30 - 4.2 laps; Score 50 - 7.1 laps
As always, just contact me if anyone wants to run some races, on these or any of the dozens of other tracks I have saved. I'm ready for a race anytime! - JAMN
Yay! Kiwi-Loop has been featured at the ForgeHaloRacetracks YouTube showcase. They put it in the 'Great' category. - They also put GREEN Prix in, but in the 'Good' category.
So, 343 will make another attempt to 'connect' with the loyal Halo Race Community... With a featured playlist August 4-17
Community Forge Race - *Thanks to DEEP NNN for passing this news on to me. I in-turn shared with the map makers at HaloTracks.org
I'm cautiously skeptical about what it will be and what maps they might select. The RACE playlist they gave us in Dec. was a bit of a disappointment to many. (Me too, but I got my 50)
And with it being right after, or during the end of the Destiny Beta, and just before the Destiny launch in Sept. - And MCCollection in Nov. - it may be 343's last grab at giving a small sliver of the community something it has been asking for. I'm hopeful, but will wait and see if they offer any more info or reach out to HaloTracks for any Really Good maps. See ya on the track!!
Nice list of maps Kenjamin. Thanks. :)
JUNE Update -
Revised and Updated TRACK WARS gametype - tuned settings, vehicles can now be destroyed.
Revised WRECK IT RACE gametype - tuned settings
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...download and recommend plz!
July - ...when you wish upon a STAR!!! - FTW!!!.gif "19")
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJVBIhYIMts&feature=share&list=UUiSVf-UpL...
Race Time!
OK, I was warned by a few folks on this gametype and the Gun Game mod.
Do you think these are 'leaked' future gametypes?
Sept. UPDATE - ADDED "Race v1.1" modded gametype to my fileshare. Runs like the Default RACE did in Reach. Also has settings to merge blocks into vehicles. Because it works well, I've updated a couple maps and added a new one that can use this gametype setup. RED Wheel v2 - GREEN Prix & BLUE Gate (new). Download and try them out. Experiment with the settings and try the merge (Parent/Child) options. ALSO, if you like Race v1.1, try these new maps by Noble Forger - Paradise & Fossilized. * Happy Motoring!!!
Did you notice that RACE will be official in December? :)
I'm really glad we've been able to get some racing into the open-site night - Thanks DEEP and Bluestar!
This Race v1.1 modded gametype and the RACETRACKS (adapted KotH) gametype are great because they are FFA or everyone on same team - which keeps the laughs and smack talk going all through the race, That is the best part of racing with friends, for me anyway, and I'm glad more folks from here have had some fun too.
The 10-2 Waypoint Bulletin mentions that Race and RocketRace are going to be featured playlists in Matchmaking in December.
Bulletin LINK: http://blogs.halowaypoint.com/Headlines/post/2013/10/02/The-Halo-Bulletin-10213.aspx
I like this, and it's about time if you ask me. Maybe too late, but we'll see... Anyway, They also mention in the Waypoint Bulletin how the NEW Multi-Team Ricochet gametype can be used to create a Race game, Even providiing some options to do it different ways. Certain Affinity has instructions for the detailed FORGE setting to use to create these adapted race setups. They list them in the Forge Ball advanced options descriptions.
Certain Affinity LINK: http://www.certainaffinity.com/buzz/ricochet-game-type-labels/
I really hope that 343 is using something more like the Race v1.1 mod instead of this Ricochet adaptation for the Race playlists in December. Hopefully creating a custom gametype that isn't as complex to create as the Certain Affinity method requires. Some of the forgers who created the maps listed in the thread above, including me, have gone back to revise their maps for the Race v1.1 setup because it is easier and runs smoother with larger parties.
RACETRACKS, and Race v1.1 are in my fileshare if you would like to try them out. WRECK-IT Race is in there too, and is my adaptation of the RACETRACKS KotH setup for Team Rocket Race. I have several Race and WRECK-IT Race maps in my fileshare (Link is below my signature). Read the thread above for more details and a list of maps that you can download for fun with your friends. Cheers!
Thanks Jamin. :)
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I've updated the Track List with a few more tracks.
Since the 343 version of Race, isn't as good as what the community created, I strongly recommend the Race v1.1 modded gametype and even think that the RACETRACKS (KotH adaptation) is better than 343s Race. I've noted which tracks support Race v1.1 in the list above. I hope those who want to have FUN races can enjoy these tracks with friends. - JAMN
Here is a link to a growing list of Race v1.1 compatible maps at HaloEvolved (Forge Hub) - many have links to video clips.
http://haloevolved.com/threads/new-compatible-racetracks.147968/
Some are already in my list above.
Update - Rocket Race: The new 343 Rocket Race (Dec. 2013-KotH adaptation) will work on maps created for the previously available Rocket Race MODDED gametype.
Yes, it should.
Alternate Settings for Race v1.1 gametype.
Beyond the settings to make the vehicles and drivers tiny or huge, this modded gametype has options for scoring that some might want to try.
Default Settings: Score to WIN = 3, and Race v1.1 Options / Scoring Mode = Laps
By changing the Scoring Mode to 'Checkpoints' you can adjust the Score to WIN so that the players will be ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd etc. at the end of the race instead of 1st for the winner and everyone else is 2nd. This can make the races a little more fun for everyone. You could set score to Unlimited and adjust the Race Time to 5 min. to just see who gets farthest. Or you can set the Score to WIN to 30 or 50 to get just a few Laps. Here are the Score to WIN settings for the Race Maps I have in my fileshare. Have Fun! Drive Fast!
RED Wheel v2 - Score 50 - 4.5 laps
GREEN Prix - Score 30 - 4.2 laps; Score 50 - 7.1 laps
BLUE Gate - Score 50 - 3.8 laps
Tangarine - Score 50 - 2.5 laps; Score 75 - 3.75 laps
(*NEW Track) Kiwi-Loop - Score 30 - 3 laps; Score 50 - 5 laps.
As always, just contact me if anyone wants to run some races, on these or any of the dozens of other tracks I have saved. I'm ready for a race anytime! - JAMN
Yay! Kiwi-Loop has been featured at the ForgeHaloRacetracks YouTube showcase. They put it in the 'Great' category. - They also put GREEN Prix in, but in the 'Good' category.
http://youtu.be/gRCrims-qbg
Very very nice. I like the simplicity of this map.
So, 343 will make another attempt to 'connect' with the loyal Halo Race Community... With a featured playlist August 4-17
Community Forge Race - *Thanks to DEEP NNN for passing this news on to me. I in-turn shared with the map makers at HaloTracks.org
I'm cautiously skeptical about what it will be and what maps they might select. The RACE playlist they gave us in Dec. was a bit of a disappointment to many. (Me too, but I got my 50)
And with it being right after, or during the end of the Destiny Beta, and just before the Destiny launch in Sept. - And MCCollection in Nov. - it may be 343's last grab at giving a small sliver of the community something it has been asking for. I'm hopeful, but will wait and see if they offer any more info or reach out to HaloTracks for any Really Good maps. See ya on the track!!