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| If this is the end, well... Hug it out. |
As for my own server, measures will be taken to salvage it. I'm currently moving forward with GameRanger as a possible solution to this, but Steam may also take the reigns if enough people sign the petition here. Halo PC still has an active userbase of around 10,000 unique players (if not more), many of which are still competitive players, server-providers and modders, including myself. 343i has also been targeted by players to adopt Halo PC and keep the multiplayer alive. While players may still be able to play via direct IP after GameSpy's servers come down, this is woefully inefficient and requires that the players know the server's IP in order to play it.
If you're one of the players who's looking to pitch in and save the game, spread the word. The link is http://www.change.org/petitions/steam-adopt-halo-combat-evolved-custom-edition-multiplayer. You should also install the GameRanger client as a backup option, since there's no promise either Steam or 343i will adopt the game. If they do, it's currently uncertain how long we may be left without HPC's multiplayer before another company picks up the slack and provides the middleware to keep the game alive. GameRanger, however, will provide players with the online service necessary to host servers and play the older games being eviscerated by GameSpy's server shutdown. I need some time before I can determine how viable this solution is, however.
If for no other reason, as a gamer, you should sign the petition for the sake of sustaining an icon of FPS gaming. But Halo PC was more than a game; it was a work of art and a community to meet like-minded individuals. I've made many friends in my years providing servers, and while it's created a great deal of good memories and entertainment as a teenager, it's also one of the few crutches I have that keep me sane as an adult now.
Some of you may not care about Halo in particular, but think about your own games that are being affected by the shutdown. I'm guilt-tripping you to sign the petition, basically. I think Steam will provide, but only if we show them we want it badly enough. Help a brother.
I'll update when I know more. Until then, have fun. These may be Halo PC's final days.
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