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Halo Co-Creator Says The Remake's New Ring Is 'Damn Ugly'
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Marcus Lehto, co-creator and former Bungie developer of Halo, criticized the redesign of the iconic Halo ring in the recent Halo: Campaign Evolved remake, calling it "ugly" and lacking the intended scale and mystery.
- Lehto described the new ring as "too shiny" and resembling a "shiny new toy," which contrasts with the original design's ancient, dark, and mysterious feel.
- He highlighted that the remake's ring lacks the micro details that convey its epic scale and the sense of being an ancient tomb, key elements of the original Halo aesthetic.
- Despite his criticism of the ring, Lehto praised the remake's enemy designs, particularly the Flood and Covenant forces, saying their aesthetics were well executed.
- Fans and Lehto alike hope that future Halo remakes, such as the anticipated Halo 2 remake, will restore the classic and mysterious atmosphere of the original environments.
