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 Sunday, 07 November 2004
 This post is for the brain-dead and hermits among us.
Just in case you missed it, Halo 2 is coming out this week on Tuesday Noveber 9th. Thousands of stores are opening at midnight+1 to sell the game, so find the stores closest to you, choose one, and go get in line.
Meanwhile, here are a few new and nifty items to tide you over until Tuesday at 12:01 am:
So - is anyone actually taking vacation from work to beat the game? Heh.
Here is what Microsoft says you'll need - go to the xbox.com readiness guide page for more details...
The Essentials
- A copy of the most anticipated game of 2004: Halo® 2. (Obviously!)
- An active subscription to Xbox Live™.
- An Xbox®-compatible router.
- A Friends List full of potential opponents and teammates.
- A linked Gamertag.
- A TV and sound system to take in the whole experience. (HDTV and Surround Sound optional, but recommended.)
- At least one day completely set aside for nothin’ but gaming bliss.
- Supplies (food, refreshments, toilet paper, etc.).
Who's planning on getting in line and buying their copy at midnight? I'm game if someone else is going along, but I won't be skipping work, I'm not that hard-core, heh.
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