Xbox 360: Halo Wars update and patch notes

Its been confirmed that a patch update is on the way to Halo Wars on the Xbox 360 today. There are a few bug fixes, but mainly it’s patched up to make the game more balanced for players.

As reported from VG247, the patch should be going live today at some point. The text file with the patch notes inside state a May 12th release date, so it could be released at any time.

We’ll list the patch notes below for you. It doesn’t look like a major update though, but let us know if you think they have missed anything out.

Patch notes for Halo Wars

General

- Flaming Warthog and Honor Guard Wraith skins now available in multiplayer to players who have those skulls.
- The option to show Unit Hit Point bars above units is now available.

Balance

- The number of points to reach all ranks has been reduced. General now requires 2.4 million, down from 3.2 million, and other ranks have been reduced accordingly.
- The max number of points you can get in a single match has been capped.
- The Prophet of Regret’s land speed is now reduced to match other leaders.
- Vampire Tech Upgrades now increase damage done by 15% in addition to their other effects.
- Anders Cryo Bomb Upgrades now cost 50% more supplies.
- Anders Hawk Upgrade now costs 50% more supplies.

Bug Fixes

- Multiplayer Matchmaking and Connection improvements have been put in. Players should find that their 2v2 and 3v3 teams no longer split up.
- ‘Ready for the Sequel’ Achievement should now be rewarded properly.
- Units on Exile and Crevice should find it easier to traverse the map.