Hacks 90-100: Introduction

Hacks 90 100: Introduction

Once Halo 2 modders feel that they have developed enough skill, many will set out to create their own version of a Halo 2 level. Some of these mods include altering the textures within a map, but many include more sophisticated alterations such as complicated meta tag dependency swapping. Considering that the modders are usually limited to remixing material that is already in the game, it is impressive what some of them are able to create.

This chapter introduces you to some of the best modded maps produced by the Halo 2 modding community. In addition, at the end of the chapter, you will find a special modding design tutorial [Hack #100]. Content for this tutorial was provided by a prolific modder known as MrMurder.

To find the latest and greatest modded maps refer to http://www.halomods.com. Most of these maps are distributed as individual .PPF patch files. To install the mods, you need to use the PPF-O-Matic application. Once you have the program running, you simply need to choose the target map file and the mod patch that needs to be applied. For more information, refer to the following: http://www.paradogs.com/pdx_indy.htm.

If you're interested in installing a bunch of modded maps, then I highly recommend the United Map Pack by http://www.xllnk.com. This package includes a number of the mods listed in this chapter. You can download the United Map Pack at http://files.halomods.com/viewtopic.php?t=29869.