Halo: Reach Community

Halo: Reach is STILL alive and active - even over a year after the "shutdown" by 343. Custom games are still online, so people can still play together over Xbox Live!

The aim of this server is to get everyone that plays Halo: Reach together in one place, so custom game lobbies can be easily organised and set up. This way, Halo: Reach has the best chance of still being active, as everyone is aware when lobbies are being hosted.

Halo: Reach is still alive even in 2024 because of the dedicated community that keeps the game alive by playing a vast amount of modes on custom games.

Custom game lobbies are hosted every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11pm BST | 6pm EDT | 5pm CDT | 3pm PDT | 4pm MDT. We play both matchmaking modes, as well as fun customs! So there is something for everyone to enjoy :)

Share and click on this link to join the server: https://discord.gg/w269yCEMVF

Read more about the lobbies on this Halo: Reach blog website: https://haloreach7.wordpress.com/

In the vast universe of Halo: Reach, where Spartans clash in epic battles against the Covenant, lies a hidden treasure trove of endless joy and laughter - community-created custom game modes. These custom games breathe new life into the game, offering an array of crazy, fun, and highly enjoyable experiences that keep players coming back for more, even in 2024.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Halo: Reach's custom games is the sheer variety available. From adrenaline-pumping races to absurdly entertaining mini-games, there's something for everyone. Speed Halo tests players' has players driving at breakneck speeds splattering zombies, while Crash Up Derby throws Spartans into chaotic vehicular combat, resulting in spectacular explosions and hilarity.

Jump Rope challenges players to time their jumps perfectly to avoid an array of vehicles trying to knock them off, while Joy Riders has spartans fighting for their lives against zombies. Get Out My House turns the tables with a frantic game of tag where players must flee from relentless pursuers, while Drag Race satisfies the need for speed with thrilling head-to-head races across Reach's diverse landscapes.

But the fun doesn't stop there. Gun Game keeps players on their toes as they cycle through an arsenal of weapons with each kill, while Sniper Vs Vehicles pits a sharpshooter against warthogs and mongooses. These custom game modes offer endless opportunities for laughter, competition, and camaraderie among players.

What makes community custom games truly special is their replayability. Unlike traditional multiplayer modes, which can become predictable over time, custom games offer a fresh and unpredictable experience with each playthrough. Whether you're dodging traffic in Crash Up Derby or perfecting your sniping skills in Sniper Vs Vehicles, there's always something new to discover and enjoy.

Moreover, community custom games play a crucial role in keeping Halo: Reach active and alive years after its release. By fostering a vibrant and engaged community, these custom game modes ensure that there's always a lobby to join and friends to play with. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the game, there's a place for you in the Halo: Reach community, where the fun never ends.

If you want to dive into the world of Halo: Reach custom games and join the thriving community, look no further than the Halo: Reach community Discord server (https://discord.gg/w269yCEMVF). Here, you'll find a bustling hub of activity, where players gather to organize lobbies. Whether you're looking for a casual game night or a competitive showdown, the Halo: Reach community Discord server has something for everyone.

So what are you waiting for? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/w269yCEMVF

The Halo: Reach Demo for Xbox 360 was a free trial version of the full game, it allowed players to experience a portion of the game's campaign and multiplayer modes before deciding to purchase the full version. The demo typically included a single mission from the campaign and access to a limited selection of multiplayer maps and modes, giving players a taste of the gameplay and features offered by the full game.

Matchmaking was very limited, as it only allowed 8 people to be in a game with each other. In addition to this, the only map that could be played on was Powerhouse. You could not unlock armour or change any aspects of your spartan, as you needed the full game for this.

Also, an interesting quirk about the Demo, is that since it was released with Halo: Reach at launch, it did not receive the TU update. Meaning that the bloom is more present, as well as armour lock is more annoying.

Now, you might be wondering if this is just a demo. Why does the matchmaking still work online in 2024 despite the actual Halo: Reach no longer having matchmaking support? The reason is because it has so few game types and only one map, it is all stored on the game’s download file, instead of an external server like the full game. So for the demo it doesn’t matter that the full game no longer has matchmaking support, as all the files needed to start searching online are all built into the demo.

In order to play the demo you will need to have a Xbox 360 (it will not work on the Xbox One and consoles after it). You will also need a USB stick to download the demo onto it, which will then need to be plugged into the Xbox 360 to start the demo up.

To learn more about how to play the demo or download it, join the Halo: Reach community Discord server: https://discord.gg/w269yCEMVF.