On the early access launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved on Steam, players encountered an unexpected hiccup: instead of diving into the game, many found themselves repeatedly opening the art book. While an art book can be a delightful addition, it’s hardly the experience gamers anticipated on launch day. Fortunately, a swift resolution was implemented shortly after the issue was reported.
Within just forty minutes, a member of the Halo team addressed the situation on Discord, assuring users that “the Steam Art Book issue should be resolved shortly and will only require a Steam Client restart.” Following this announcement, reports of the problem began to dwindle as players successfully regained access to the game.
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For those still grappling with the issue, a workaround was suggested on Reddit: right-clicking the game in Steam, navigating to Properties, and uninstalling the art book effectively bypassed the glitch.
Art Book Features
Despite the initial frustration, the art book itself is quite impressive. It operates as a standalone application, featuring stunning artwork, a comprehensive game manual, and even a short story. Adding to its allure, the art book includes a musical score that plays as users scroll through its pages. Weighing in at several gigabytes, it’s a noteworthy companion piece, albeit one that overshadowed the game during its launch.
However, the art book was not the only barrier to entry for eager players. To access Halo: Campaign Evolved, users must link their Microsoft accounts, necessitating a connection to a server. Unfortunately, this server experienced issues on launch day, further complicating the gaming experience. Once linked, players can enjoy the game offline, but the initial setup proved to be a cumbersome process for many.
For those who manage to settle into the game this week, a few performance tips may enhance the experience. It’s advisable to avoid Ultra graphical settings in favor of Low, as the visual differences are minimal while providing a significant boost in performance. For handheld gaming enthusiasts, opting for the Very Low setting with FSR Medium is recommended, as even high-end devices like the Asus ROG Xbox Ally struggle with the game on Native settings. And as a timeless piece of advice, disabling motion blur can greatly improve clarity, especially in Halo: Campaign Evolved.
