On another note, although it would say Halo 2: Multiplayer Map Pack when launching the game, this executable and its files could be used to install ANY original Xbox content on retail Xbox 360s as long as all the required files for the particular DLC are present. A mistake on Microsofts' part but a benefit for those that understand how CDX works. All this is possible because the executable file is cryptographically valid and external files aren't checked for validity. This meant by editing certain files and adding the necessary content, I was able to edit the game to offer whatever I pleased. all-in-one disc) and is totally configurable from external files and the executable never needs to be touched to offer something completely different.

The CDX menu was designed for kiosk style discs (ie: demos, videos, content, etc. Although many files have been removed, added, and edited the main executable (default.xbe) has not been tampered with and Microsofts' digital signature is still valid, thus allowing the executable to be launched on retail consoles.Ī: By dumping the original Halo 2: Multiplayer Map Pack image, I found that the default.xbe (original Xbox executable) was really the CDX menu system by Microsoft. Q: Wait, homebrew? For a retail Xbox 360?Ī: Yes. This is the only way to install the Blastacular Map Pack and 1.5 update on a flashed Xbox 360, as it is no longer possible to download them off Xbox Live, since Xbox Live for the classic Xbox has closed down.įor use on a modified Xbox Classic ( Extract the ISO with Qwix) and Flashed Xbox 360 onlyĭownload Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack - All Map Packs and 1.5 Update For Xbox 360ġ) Open 'Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack (Homebrew).dvd' with IMGBurnĢ) Burn to a dual layer disc (LBA 1913776 is correct, do not change!)Ī: This is an edited version of the original Halo 2: Multiplayer Map Pack gameĪ: I called it homebrew because calling it Custom, Modded, or Edited may give the indication that it doesn't offer the retail data - which it does. This is a user modified disc created by feudalnate with the additional map pack and 1.5 update included. These are not included on the original Halo 2: Multiplayer Map Pack disc you could used to purchase in shops. Note: This map pack includes the Blastacular map pack and the Halo 2 1.5 update released on April 17th 2007. Halo 2: Multiplayer Map Pack (Homebrew / All Map Packs / Update 1.5)

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