"Halo 5: Guardians" officially rolled out Tuesday with much fanfare. Careful to steal some of Sony's thunder during the Paris Games Week, Microsoft staged a spectacular launch event that not only introduced the game but also ensured that fans and observers alike recognize that the game represents an important milestone for the Xbox One, according to Gamespot.
The launch event also included announcements and updates of new Microsoft exclusives.
Essentially, "Halo 5" is critical for the Xbox brand because it is the very first new game made specifically for the console. As an exclusive game, it figures prominently in Xbox's rivalry with Playstation 4, according to Twinfinite. The reason is that the quality of such exclusives can determine consumers' choice of gaming console, especially as the gaming industry hits the holiday period.
It looked like Microsoft has succeeded in its effort to drum up interest for the "Halo 5: Guardians" release. A crowd in Seattle, for instance, stood in line for 22 hours just to be among the first to purchase the first-person shooter during its midnight release, Kuow reported. Early reviews are also beginning to trickle in. These include positive impressions, particularly with respect to the new multiplayer mode and new friends to Master Chief. Some also reported bugs and possible fixes such as those cited in a GottaBe Mobile report.
