Honestly, I was never much for the halo2 lobby. In fact, I never cared much for the game itself.
Ive always liked the GR lobbies over any other lobby out there.
You can keep your "Halo 2 party system"
I agree, the Halo system would be better. To be able to join friends and stick with them works.
I too would like to be able to watch games in progress.
I dont know how difficult it would be but certainly it would be nice if it was considered at least. The Halo Lobby system is the most user friendly I have ever seen, surely the 360 can do better?
On a side note, is it right that I now cannot join friends who have not bought the update? Someone wasnt watching the ball very well there if it is true.