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[YoshinJaa]

With the announcement of Halo 2 Anniversary in Halo: The Master Chief Collection, I thought it would be a great idea to repopulate Halo 2 Vista (PC). The game still runs on LIVE servers and does not need a Gold account in order to play. Halo 2 Classic runs on base Halo 2 Vista code, so H2V is ideal to play for those preparing for the Master Chief Collection. There are methods available to download and activate the downloaded copy to play online. Many people on Beyond want to play H2 again, so why not play it in HD while we wait anxiously for the Master Chief Collection and Halo 2 Anniversary? Anyways, here are some tidbits of information that you may be wondering:

 

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Minimum system requirements (found here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936820)

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• OS: Windows 7 or Windows Vista
• Processor: 2.0 Gigahertz (GHz)
• Memory: 1 GB RAM
• Hard disk space: 7 GB, dedicated server and map editor will require additional space
• Video: ATI X700 or Nvidia 6100 w/ 128MB VRAM (video RAM) and at least Pixel Shader 2 or greater and Vertex Shader 2 or greater. NEWER NVIDIA GRAPHICS CARDS DRIVERS MAY CAUSE FLICKERING IF YOU DO NOT ROLLBACK DRIVERS; Windows Experience Index scores: Graphics: 3 or greater, Gaming graphics: 3 or greater.
• DVD drive: 32x speed
• Sound: Sound card, speakers, headset (headset with pink(mic)/green(headphone) jacks will work)
• Supported controllers: Keyboard/Mouse, wired Xbox 360 controller/wired Xbox One controller (USB)/compatible game controller (wireless Xbox 360 controller should work when using it with the wireless controller receiver for windows). In order for your Xbox One controller to work via USB, you will need the driver found at Major Nelson's webpage: http://majornelson.c...-available-now/ Select your OS version and install. Afterwards, plug and play.
• Internet connection: Broadband internet access, Ethernet/Wireless connections

As you could probably tell from the specs, any computer that has probably been out for the past 7 years (rough estimate) could run the game fine (though you may have to reduce some in game graphics).

In addition to still having online play, the game has the following features:

• Uses LIVE for authentication. You can play with the same account you use on your Xbox 360/Xbox One.
• Silver membership accounts can play online without the need for Gold
• No true matchmaking. However, it has a game browser (which imo is just as good if not better for finding games quickly)
• Original Halo 2 campaign
• Achievements
• Comes with a dedicated server program if you want to host a reliable server for others to play
• Map Editor program, which allows you to import maps made in 3DS Max and other tools into the game
• Game runs in HD, native 1080p at 60FPS
• The game does not come with Derelict or Tombstone, instead it includes the new maps, District and Uplift (however you can get Derelict and Tombstone as custom maps in their original form at http://h2v.halomaps....cfm?pg=6&sid=10)

Installing Halo 2 Vista 

Please follow these steps in order and carefully read everything! This process is not difficult and should only take about 15-20 minutes after downloading all of the files.

 

Download these links before beginning step 1 of this guide

[Download either the torrent or ISO, if you would like to use the ISO, you will need a mounting program like Daemon Tools]

Halo 2 ISO - Google Drive: https://docs.google....k14VHRFaU0/edit

DaemonTools Lite Free (only needed for the ISO download): http://www.daemon-to...products/dtLite

- OR - 

Halo 2 Torrent: http://thepiratebay....dows_vista_(pc)

uTorrent (only needed for the torrent download): http://www.utorrent.com/

 

WinRAR: http://www.rarlab.com/download.htm

Games for Windows Live Client: http://www.xbox.com/.../DownloadClient

.NET Framework 4.5.2: http://www.microsoft...s.aspx?id=42643

 

Click the spoiler button to reveal the installation instructions: 

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1. Download either the ISO and DaemonTools if you plan to use the ISO, or uTorrent or a similar Torrent client if you want to use the torrent download.

Afterwards, download WinRAR, .NET Framework 4.5.2, and Games for Windows Live Client if you do not have it installed already. Make sure to install all programs before proceeding. You do not need to sign into Games for Windows Live client after installing, just close it.

 

2. If you are using the torrent version, click "Get This Torrent" from the torrent link. Most web browsers will launch the torrent program automatically and will ask where to save to and then begin downloading as long as a torrent program is already installed.

 

3. Once you have finished downloading (usually should see "seeding" or download complete), locate "HALO 2.rar" and right-click on the file and select "Extract to HALO 2"

 

4. Once the extraction is complete, go inside the HALO 2 folder and double-click startup

 

5. Select Customize Game Install, afterwards, Full Install, Do Not Start and click Continue

 

6. If you see a Product Activation Wizard window appear asking for a product key, put in this key: 8784Q-W6F92-DHQ7R-P3PKV-7DM8F and click Next

 

7. Afterwards, you will see an Unable to Activate error. Click on Activate By Telephone

 

8. Set the Region to United States and call the  1-866-740-1256 Toll-Free number. If you are reside outside of the US, you can use Goggle Hangouts or another free internet phone call program, as well as asking a friend in the States to call for you.

 

9. Follow the automated process step-by-step. First, entery your Installation ID and after it says "Verified" enter the digits it provides into the Confirmation ID sections A-H. Once complete, click Next and you will see "Halo 2 for Windows Vista has been succcessfully activated"

 

10. Let the installation complete if it is not already finished. Click OK when it is done.

11. Now that the installation is completed, you will need to enter a product key in game, after sign in. Scroll below to Activating Halo 2 Vista to either use a purchased product key from either a site or a friend/member or H2 Shark's built-in Activator feature. 

 

Using H2 Shark

This section explains what H2 Shark is and what features it is capable of doing. H2 Shark is a "client" program that runs Halo 2 for you instead of running the game like normal (using a game shortcut or searching and playing). H2 Shark is required to be able to connect to rank-enabled servers as the game was not made to display ranks normally. You can get the client patch here: http://h2pc.org/update. Here are some other tidbits of H2 Shark:

• H2 Shark (known as H2Launcher) can start Halo 2 for you and is recommended for use if you would like to receive the features (like Xbox FoV) and ranks it provides
• If your game was already activated and you were playing previously, you do not need to 'activate' H2 Shark in order to use H2 Shark. Just select Play Game and then register or login once you have linked your H2PC account.
• When using H2 Shark to register an H2PC account, this account is linked to your Windows Live ID (the same thing that is used to sign into Live) and only requires the gamertag's email in order to authenticate itself. Passwords created when registering does not have to be the same password used for your Windows Live ID and is strongly recommended to not be the same. Your password is encrypted on our end, so we are unable to see the password created when registering your gamertag.
• Your H2PC account is completely separate from the forum accounts if you choose to register an account at http://h2pc.org 
• H2 Shark has an auto-updater function, so when a new patch arrives, it will download it and apply it automatically. 

MAKE SURE TO LAUNCH THE GAME USING H2Launcher.exe FROM THIS POINT FORWARD, OR YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CONNECT TO RANK-ENABLED SERVERS!

 

If you already have Halo 2 Vista installed and running, this is how to use H2 Shark to get ranks and other features working. Simply follow these few steps to register a H2PC.org account and login:

 

 

Click here to reveal the instructions and link needed to have H2 Shark properly run and setup

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As of 9/12/14 update, H2 Shark no longer requires the Visual C++ Update 4 and DirectX 9.0c. You only need Shark and .NET Framework in order to use it. H2 Shark has a built-in auto updater that will keep itself up to date when new releases are available.  

1. Download .NET Framework 4.5.2: http://www.microsoft...s.aspx?id=42643
2. Download H2 Shark (client patch) here: http://h2pc.org/update
3. Extract and Open H2Launcher.exe (the file you just downloaded)
4. Click on "Register." H2 Shark will automatically start your game in windowed mode
5. Sign into your Live account you wish to register to h2pc.org. Once you sign into your Live account, H2 Shark window will pop up with your Live email already populated. Create a password and verify it and then press "Register" to complete account registration.
6. H2 Shark will close the game and will now display the information you typed in. Press "Login" and then OK once you see "Login Successful!"
7. You are now registered and will receive all of the benefits of the client patch. Enjoy!

 

How to Activate Halo 2 Vista

Select either the purchased key method or H2 Shark Activator method in order to activate your game's copy for online play. Either activation methods must occur after signing into Live in-game. Using these keys during the Product Activation Wizard (where you call) will not work!

 

Activating Your Game Using a Purchased Product Key

Use this guide if you will like to use a purchased product key from a friend or from one of the various sites listed. You MUST still use the key in step 6 of the installation guide when installing, as the bought key is ONLY USABLE IN GAME.

 

Sites that sell Universal Games for Windows Live Product Keys

All sites use PayPal for payment. Available sites are experiencing a huge demand in keys so they may respond slower than normal. Please be patient with these sellers!

CDKeyExpress $5.95 (In Stock): http://www.cdkeyexpr...gfwl-p-460.html

CDKeyPort - $7.00 (Out of Stock): http://cdkeyport.com...versal-key.html

Steam - Kane & Lynch: Dead Men $7.00(In Stock): http://store.steampo...d.com/app/8080/

****view spoiler for visual instructions on how to obtain the Steam key:

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http://imgur.com/3ByDzh6

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http://imgur.com/kRHMbtj

 

Here is a list of Games for Windows Live games that have a shared compatibility with Halo 2 Vista. If you own one of these games either retail or even on Steam, the product key will work with H2:

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• Batman: Arkham Asylum
• Battlestations: Pacific 
• Bioshock 2
• Fallout 3
• Fallout 3: Game Of The Year Edition
• FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage
• FUEL 
• Gears of War 
• Grand Theft Auto IV
• Halo 2
• Hour of Victory
• Juiced 2
• Kane & Lynch: Dead Men
• Legend of the Galactic Heroes
• Osmos
• Quantum of Solace
• Red Faction: Guerrilla
• Resident Evil 5
• Shadowrun 
• Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Republic Heroes
• Stormrise
• Street Fighter IV
• The Club
• Universe At War: Earth Assault
• Vancouver 2010
• Viva Piñata
• Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II 
• Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Chaos Rising
• Where´s Waldo?
• World of Goo

 

This is the best way to get and play Halo 2. It will cost a little bit of money, but this will ensure the game runs without having to use the alternate methods many of you have already tried before or using H2 Shark's built in activator (scroll down below to read on more of that feature). One product key can be used on up to 5 different computers before becoming "exceeded." You can share keys with your friends or other community members, however, for the sake of reducing potential problems, please always PM a forum member a key.

You are solely responsible what happens to your key if a forum member decides to share the key without your knowledge. Keep track of use and who has asked.

 

1. Complete the Installation Guide above.

2. Open H2Launcher.exe as Administrator (right-click on the Shark icon) and select Activate. The latest update will be downloaded and applied first. Afterwards, your game will now open in windowed mode

3. Sign into your Live account. You will see a "product key exceeded" error message, Select Try Again.

4. Backspace the entire key that is currently in the boxes. This key was the key used during phone activation. Now, type in or use Ctrl+V to paste in the purchased key. DO NOT USE the key in H2 Shark if you plan on using a purchased key! Press Submit.

5. Your game is now activated!

 

Activating Your Game using H2 Shark's Activator Feature

1. Once you have finished installing the game at step 10 of the installation guide, open up H2Launcher.exe (http://h2pc.org/update)

2. Click on Activate. H2 Shark will automatically download the latest game update first, then the  game will open up in windowed mode

3. Sign into your Live account, once you have signed in, you will likely receive a "product key exceeded" error message. Select Try Again.

4. Go to the opened H2 Shark window. Copy the entire product key. Backspace the key that is being shown in game. Then use Ctrl+V to paste in the key from H2 Shark. Press Submit.

5. Activation is now complete. If you use this method, you may have to "activate" again in the future, just restart from step 2, onward.

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Useful Links

Sign to support this petition to bring Halo 2 Vista to the Windows Store as a Digital Download:
http://www.change.or...r-windows-store

 

Moa's Halo 2 Xbox/Halo 2 Vista Comparison Thread:

http://teambeyond.ne...expect-for-mcc/

 

How to Setup Bumper Jumper via x360ce

http://teambeyond.ne...n-halo-2-vista/
 

 

Shoutout to @nzlpablo and @xZenArcade for donating keys to use! Also, thank you, SuperSniper at http://halo2vista.com for helping me troubleshoot. Thank you guys, you are the best!

 

LONG LIVE HALO 2!

[YoshinJaa]

FAQ's (updated 10/18/2014):

I can't connect to a server or I am getting disconnected in-game after some time?

This is especially for those who have used an alternate installation guide or 'crack' previously as well H2 Shark's Activate function, but may also affect players with a purchased key. As of Oct. 7th, H2 Shark now has the 'PCID Changer' in Settings. Open H2 Shark and go to Settings, and then click on Reset PCID. 

 

My rank is showing up below my gamertag, but others have it set correctly?

Go to C:\Users\(username)\AppData\Local\H2PC\H2Launcher\Files and delete rank.sppf. Restart H2 Shark as Administrator (right-click on the Shark icon). If you are unable to locate AppData folder, you will need to make it visible:

• Windows Vista/7: Press the ALT key on your keyboard. Go to Tools > Folder Options, scroll down and select Show Hidden Files and Folders. Click Apply.
• Windows 8: Click on the View tab in the upper section of the explorer window. Check Hidden Items. 

 

I do recall moving the game folder somewhere else, but H2 Shark won't open?

Shark scans the registry for the halo 2 installation folder, if it cannot find it, it won't open.

 

Either reinstall the game. or manually navigate to this place in the registry and specify where your game install is.

32 bit: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Microsoft Games\Halo 2\1.0\

64 bit: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Microsoft Games\Halo 2\1.0\

 

Create a string value and name it GameInstallDir, then right click modify and put in your installation location. Without the halo2.exe

 

Example: GameInstallDir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo 2\" 

 

Any way to fix the in-game lag or stuttering game play I am seeing?

This is primarily a vsync or FPS not locked issue. Majority of players seem to be having this same issue, so I will provide some tips on how to adjust it. Enabling vsync may not always fix the issue outright, you may need to also adjust other video settings like:

• Lowering your resolution to 720 or less
• Switching from full screen to windowed mode
• Disabling Anti-aliasing
• Reducing Level of Detail to low or medium

As of H2 Shark beta 3.2, you can limit the framerate to 60FPS by simply doing the following:

1. Open H2 Shark and go to Settings
2. Click on Advanced Video
3. Click on the top switch to Enable Advanced Video Settings. FPS Limiter will turn on and will set to 60FPS.
4. Click Save and then Cancel

Make sure to check for graphics card driver updates as well through your graphics card support website!

 

Nvidia: 

http://www.nvidia.co...load/index.aspx (you can use option 2 "Graphic Drivers" to automatically detect)

 

You can either use Nvidia Control Panel by right-clicking on the destkop and selecting the option in 3D settings to enable Vsync/Frame Rate Control, or you can also use Nvidia inspector to force 60FPS. Nvidia Inspector can be found here: http://www.guru3d.co...r-download.html Open up the program and then go to the Profiles page (wrench and screwdriver icon). Select Halo 2 from the drop down list at the top. Afterwards, scroll down to the Commons section and set Frame Rate Limiter to 60FPS. Apply Changes at the top of the window afterwards.

 

AMD:

http://support.amd.com/en-us/download (you can use the autodetect feature if unsure what kind of card you have)

 

Use RadeonPro to force set the FPS to 60 http://www.radeonpro.info/download/.Once installed, click the Add Profile button at the top of the window. Browse to C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo 2\halo2.exe and click open. Go to the Tweaks tab. Set Vsync Control to Always On, check Triple Buffering, and Dynamic Framerate Control and set Keep up to 60 FPS. If you are on Windows 7 or Vista, you can also check Disable Aero to improve the game's performance. Once finished, close out of the program and start the game.

 

Intel:

https://downloadcent...om/default.aspx (you can use the Driver Update Utility to auto-detect for you)

 

Right click on the desktop and select Graphic Properties. Afterwards, select 3D Settings from the left-pane. Once you are in the 3D settings, check Custom Settings and then slide the vsync tab to Always On (or farthest right). Also, checking Application Optimal Setting may help as well. 

If you are on Windows 7 or 8, set the compatibility mode for both halo2.exe and startup.exe in your game directory(C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Halo 2) to Windows Vista Service Pack 2. If your video card supports per-application/game settings,enable Always On vsync. Be aware though that other games on your computer may experience graphical oddities if you cannot set vsync on per-application. Another thing to try is to set the game in Windowed mode. Adjust your Resolution accordingly until it seems to have reduced most if not all the game lag. 

 

Use Fraps or a FPS counter to ensure the game is at a steady 50-60FPS: http://www.fraps.com/

 

Also, check out this article pertaining for various target line parameters like support for multiple monitors or forcing windowed mode: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/830487

 

I am getting ERROR 0x8007065B after signing into my gamertag?

1. Navigate to either C:\Windows\SysWOW64\ for 64bit or C:\Windows\System32\ for a 32 bit computer.

2. Copy and paste the xlive.dll and the xlive.dll.cat files from their to the root installation folder of your Halo 2 Vista.

3. Relaunch the game so it'll load the xlive.dll file.

Signing In to my Windows Live/Microsoft Account Says Invalid E-Mail or Password and I am sure it is correct?

Make sure you can sign in at http://xbox.com if you are able to log into your account, verify if your account is on hold or temporarily blocked (like lack of payment)

 

If your account has 2-step verification enabled, you will need to either disable it or use another account without 2-step as Games for Windows Live does not support 2-step verification (system was not updated to support the new proofs).

 

For anyone running Halo 2 Vista on WIndows 7 or WIndows 8 encountering "System Cannot Find the Specified Path" or "Live Gaming on Windows Failed to Initialize"

• Complete the installation steps above. Afterwards, download the following program here: https://onedrive.liv...ACY0fhHdEgH0Yyc
• Once it has finished downloading, browse to the file (most likely in "Downloads" folder). Right click on the file and select "Run as Administrator" You must have to Administrative privileges to run the application.
• Once it has finished, H2V on Win7/8 should run. I personally noticed it ran better after running the fix, however it is not 100% necessary to use this. Try the game before patching it with this. 

 

I cannot connect to others! What can I do?

If you are unable to join other players, try to do the following:

• Use a dedicated server. Make sure that you can see the server's ping and median ping before connecting. If your friend can see it too, then this method could be a decent resolution. 
• Check your NAT (Network Address Translation). Open is the most optimal connection. If you can connect to others but not certain people, ask them what their NAT is. If they are Moderate or Strict, they may have trouble connecting to games and this might affect Private chat. You could set up a DMZ (demilitarized zone) or use the Port Forwarding guide above to improve the connection. Setting a Static IP on your computer may also improve it and make sure that UPnP is enabled if your router supports it. Consult your router's manual or your ISP for more information.

• You could also use a person that you know you both can connect to, to host lobbies, though since H2V supports dedicated servers, this would be the better solution most cases.

How do I stream my gameplay of Halo 2 Vista?

Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) is really good with PC games and is free! https://obsproject.com/

Once you download and install it, make sure to run OBS as an Administrator (right click on the Open Broadcaster Software > Run As Administrator).Make sure to have Halo 2 open and signed in to Live. Once OBS opens, right click in the sources box and click Add > Game Capture, and then select Halo 2. Configure the other OBS settings like Broadcaster Settings and Audio.

 

How do you setup a dedicated server?

Simply check my text and video guide here: http://teambeyond.ne...dicated-server/. 

 

Does Halo 2 Vista support Custom Maps?

Of course! This is one of the pluses of having a map editor available for this game. You can also share custom maps with others in your game lobby as the leader, by simply selecting your custom map from the custom maps tab when you are selecting the map to play (when you see Midship press to the right, a list of custom maps appear). Once they are done downloading, everyone can play. It is a really nifty feature! Want to play Derelict or Tombstone? Even Chill Out or Damnation? Check out custom maps here: http://h2v.halomaps....cfm?pg=6&sid=10

 

To install custom maps go to Documents/My Games/Halo 2/Maps and extract the .map file there. 

 

Port Forwarding Guide

To reduce clutter, this guide has been placed into spoiler tags. Simply press the Show button to read the Port Forwarding Guide.

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This port forwarding guide is needed to improve the connectivity of joining and hosting games. You will need access to your router or modem in order to port forward. This guide is a universal guide, meaning it does not target any specific router or modem. You will need to read into how to access your router/modem web administration tool found in your router/modem's instruction manual or website. For a list of guides, please visit http://portforward.c...ort_forwarding/:

• Click Start, type in "cmd" in the search box and hit Enter.
• Once you are in Command Prompt, type "ipconfig"
• Search for the adapter you are connected to your router/modem with. This means if you are connected to the internet wirelessly, look for an adapter with "Wi-fi" or "Wireless" in its name, or if you are hardwired, look for "Ethernet." Also, note what is listed under the IPv4 address section, as most cases which ever is connected to your router will have "192.168.xx.xx" which is the computer's private IP address. In the same adapter listing, note your Default Gateway, in most cases will be 192.168.1.1 but may be different according to how your network is setup. The Default Gateway is your router or modem. Write down both the IPv4 address and the Default Gateway you will need these in a moment.
• Open up your web browser and type in your Default Gateway address into the url/address bar. You should be greeted with an Authentication Required message that is also prompting you for your username and password. By default, most routers/modems use "username: admin" "password: admin" or "password: password." Consult your manual or the person in charge of your network for this information.
• Once you have entered the user/password of your router or modem, locate an option that will likely be named "Virtual Servers," "Port Forwarding," "Forwarding Rules." Refer to your router/modem's instruction manual to locate the option where to port forward.
• Once you are in the port forward section, you will likely need to create a new forward rule (this is how you add a new port forward entry). Most of the time you will need to designate a name for the rule, and you may have to create multiple rules if your router does not list multiple port entries for one rule.

You will need to enter the following ports needed (by the way, this will not change your NAT) In most cases, for each entry, it will ask you what external host you want to forward these ports to. Enter the IPv4 address you wrote down earlier here. You may have to repeat having to type in the IPv4 address of your computer depending on how your router or modem lists it.

Ports needed for Games for Windows Live
3074 TCP and UDP
53 TCP and UDP
80 TCP
443 TCP
88 UDP

Example port forward configurations:
Name: GFWL
Inbound Port: 3074
Outbound Port: 3074
Type: Both
External Host: 192.168.xx.xx (your computer's IPv4 address)

Name: GFWL
Inbound Port: 53
Outbound Port: 53
Type: Both
External Host: 192.168.xx.xx (your computer IPv4 address)

Name: GFWL
Inbound Port: 80
Outbound Port: 80
Type: TCP
External Host: 192.168.xx.xx (your computer's IPv4 address)

Name: GFWL
Inbound Port: 88
Outbound Port: 88
Type: UDP
External Host: 192.168.xx.xx (your computer's IPv4 address)

Name: GFWL
Inbound Port: 443
Outbound Port: 443
Type: TCP
External Host: 192.168.xx.xx (your computer's IPv4 address)

Once you have entered all the ports, restart your router or modem. Once your router or modem has rebooted and you have internet access again, repeat step 1-3 and verify if your IPv4 address has changed after reboot. If not, go to this website to and type in each port number listed above in order to determine if these ports are now open/reachable over the internet http://www.canyouseeme.org/

If your IPv4 address did change, edit out the forwarding rules to the new IPv4 by repeating steps 4 and 5. Once edited with the new host address, do not restart your router or modem, proceed to http://www.canyouseeme.org/ and check if ports are open.

If your ports are not reachable on the website, recheck your forwarding rules. If the forwarding rules look good, you may have an issue with your ISP or Firewall. Disable all Firewalls on your computer first and try again. If that does not still work, contact your Internet Service Provider.

 

[YoshinJaa]

Halo 2 Vista Customs List (last updated 10/29/2014):
If you mention your gamertag or wanting to connect with others for private matches/server games, I will add your name here. This is @SUDDOTH2 original thread, it was merged here so it has been integrated into this post. 

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• SUDDOTH 2
• YoshinJaaa
• WatchThisPlay
• xZenArcade
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• iL Havok ii
• BadEthanbX14
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[Andy]

I tried looking for it, but could not find it. Hopefully @CyReN or someone from the staff can shed some light on that.

 

Is this the thread you are referring to by any chance? http://teambeyond.ne...e-by-roosterru/

[YoshinJaa]

Is this the thread you are referring to by any chance? http://teambeyond.ne...e-by-roosterru/

 

The thread I was looking for was the one that was done by codehpro. That tutorial is pretty good nonetheless. I will be editing the first post later today with a link with everything needed.

[NahDudeFkThat]

shiiit i'll d/l some free halo

 

where's the link

[Sitri]

shiiit i'll d/l some free halo

 

where's the link

H2V gives controllers a huge advantage, and mouse controls are as awful as default H2 aiming.

[NahDudeFkThat]

H2V gives controllers a huge advantage, and mouse controls are as awful as default H2 aiming.

 

.....it's free halo tho bruh

[YoshinJaa]

Starting the upload now. The OP will be edited with a link and instructions once its done. The installation process is a little tedious but it will not take long as long as you follow the instructions. 

 

EDIT: 38-split files are linked in the OP.

[YoshinJaa]

OP updated with instructions and download links. I was having difficulties uploading one large file, so I am splitting it into 100MB files. The link for that will be available later today. PM or post here if you running into issues. Enjoy! 

[oh4]

too hard to figure out tried 10000x. managed to get it working 3x but i got a new computer and reformatted and now i can't get it to work even tho i have a working legit key that i bought >.>

The game accepts my key but then the multiplayer won't ever highlight so i can't choose it

And the experience on h2 xbc is better. if you want to do bigteambattle there are tons of games on xlink

[YoshinJaa]

too hard to figure out tried 10000x. managed to get it working 3x but i got a new computer and reformatted and now i can't get it to work even tho i have a working legit key that i bought >.>

The game accepts my key but then the multiplayer won't ever highlight so i can't choose it

And the experience on h2 xbc is better. if you want to do bigteambattle there are tons of games on xlink

 

The process isn't easy but with a little time and effort, it can be easily done. 

 

Also, the OP has a link to download the game files in a 38-split folder.  

[Noooooch]

Also, the OP has a link to download the game files in a 38-split folder.  

 

Is the torrent from Piratebay seem legit? Lots of comments about it not working for Windows 7 64 bit and it not responding or installing...

Sorry if it is.. your guide you posted seems legit though... will try later anyway. Thanks YoshinJaa!

[Slayer]

Wouldn't it be easier to just get on Halo 2 xbc? Either way glad to see people hopping back on Halo 2.

[YoshinJaa]

Is the torrent from Piratebay seem legit? Lots of comments about it not working for Windows 7 64 bit and it not responding or installing...

Sorry if it is.. your guide you posted seems legit though... will try later anyway. Thanks YoshinJaa!

I installed H2V from that torrent on a friend's WIndows 7 Pro 64-bit machine and got it running without additional steps. Make sure that you install to "C:\Program FIles (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo 2."

 

 

Wouldn't it be easier to just get on Halo 2 xbc? Either way glad to see people hopping back on Halo 2.

Many people have mentioned that. Yes, it would be easier to play on xbc, only needing to install xbc and run an ethernet cord and you are basically done. However, H2V is essentially H2 enhanced. Not only running on HD, for those that do not have a capture card could easily use Fraps or Xsplit to record/stream gameplay since it is a PC game. Also, the map editor (quite similar to forge) is a nice touch. I've been playing Guardian and Octagon lately, and its nice to be able play those maps on H2. There is a lot of custom content at your disposal. Dedicated server support is also a plus, being that it is a feature that many, including myself, want in the upcoming Halo titles. 

 

There's a little bit more pros to add to it (read the OP features), the cons are virtually the same (I don't think you can super bounce in this game) as it was in Xbox H2. 

 

For those that did download and are playing, what time do you normally get on? I am trying to get in touch with those competitive players that play this game. 

[Nokt]

If I could get this working correctly on my Surface I'd play a lot more. Unfortunately I get some bad input with the 360 controller and have many graphical issues.

[Destroyaaa]

H2V gives controllers a huge advantage, and mouse controls are as awful as default H2 aiming.

I thought it was the other way around. Maybe I'm just bad.

[Sitri]

I thought it was the other way around. Maybe I'm just bad.

Aim assist in Halo 2 is nothing but an advantage.

[LimeSoda]

I would play but I havent touched it in over a year because my controller broke

[Destroyaaa]

Aim assist in Halo 2 is nothing but an advantage.

I mean I did notice it was real easy to aim in H2V with the controller, I just thought it was even easier with the mouse

[YoshinJaa]

I would play but I havent touched it in over a year because my controller broke

Do you have another controller? My gf plays using an Dualshock 3 

 

I mean I did notice it was real easy to aim in H2V with the controller, I just thought it was even easier with the mouse

Both have their advantages. Aiming overall does seem easier. Easier to doubleshot with controller imo, but I hear it could be easier with the keyboard especially when you set your R and X buttons right beside each other.

[Goblin]

Thanks for the guide OP. Followed it to a Tee and it worked perfectly. Anyone who wants to play add Lottogasm on Windows Live!

[YoshinJaa]

Thanks for the guide OP. Followed it to a Tee and it worked perfectly. Anyone who wants to play add Lottogasm on Windows Live!

 

Glad to hear! Add me YoshinJaaa I will be on later tonight around 830-9PM est

[Goblin]

Glad to hear! Add me YoshinJaaa I will be on later tonight around 830-9PM est

added. although ill be leaving for wings at 930, ill be back later and playing if youre still on

[SirMarty]

I ordered Halo 2 Vista from Amazon around a week ago and got it in the mail yesterday. Everything goes smooth until I try to enter my product key for GFWL.

When I was trying to login to GFWL, it wouldn't let me because it kept saying my product key was INVALID. I was so confused because my Halo 2 game was brand new, factory-sealed. Long story short, yesterday I was on the phone for a total of ~4 hours with 3 different agents from that incompetent CS department. Wasn't able to get a new product key so I just decided to calm down and wait till tomorrow.

Thankfully, 4 times the charm, the guy I spoke to during noon helped me and got me a new product key. Took him a few minutes, but the wait was worth it.

So I login successfully, and the Halo 2 PC servers are close to complete death. They're even less populated than the Halo: CE PC servers. Does this have something to do with Halo 2 PC being a Vista exclusive and being a bitch to install/run? o.O