Halo 3

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5503 Ratings

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  1. JacobB.
    Oct 11, 2007
    10
    One of the best games I have played in a long time
  2. DavidG.
    Oct 1, 2007
    9
    For all the content contained in this title, I'd say it was well worth my 60 bucks. Yeah, it lacked the engrossing story seen in other games like Bioshock, but what it lacks in narrative it makes up for in sheer, unadulterated fun. Even though I'm currently playing this title on a SD TV, it, in my opinion, still looks incredible (especially when reviewing my conquests in the For all the content contained in this title, I'd say it was well worth my 60 bucks. Yeah, it lacked the engrossing story seen in other games like Bioshock, but what it lacks in narrative it makes up for in sheer, unadulterated fun. Even though I'm currently playing this title on a SD TV, it, in my opinion, still looks incredible (especially when reviewing my conquests in the Theater mode). So don't waste your time reading reviews by gamers who haven't actually played the game, and try it out for yourself.… Expand
  3. SteveM.
    Oct 1, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 is really fun. That's all I'm going to say. It's a good deal, a slick package, and a wonderful game. Just because there is hype doesn't mean you have to buy into it. Honestly, most bad reviews of good games just reveal how the individual performing the review is not a very happy person, and probably complains about everything they can. I'm tired of gamers Halo 3 is really fun. That's all I'm going to say. It's a good deal, a slick package, and a wonderful game. Just because there is hype doesn't mean you have to buy into it. Honestly, most bad reviews of good games just reveal how the individual performing the review is not a very happy person, and probably complains about everything they can. I'm tired of gamers wanting games to be the way they specifically want them. If that's how you feel, go make games...stop buying them and hating the world when all you really hate is yourself.… Expand
  4. DavidK.
    Oct 1, 2007
    10
    The multiplayer is indeed frighteningly extensive, and the single player campaign - although something of a breeze if you tackle it with a team of four - ultimately satisfying. We enjoyed the hell out of ourselves.
  5. HeistenfaustM.
    Nov 16, 2007
    9
    Single player's a little dissapointing, but still great. Multiplayer is excellently balanced and will last a long time. Overall one of the better games for 360.
  6. SamJ.
    Oct 1, 2007
    10
    Hey Jon W... anyone can finish halo 3 on easy in 2 hours. how bout we sprout some balls and play it on legendary?? might take u a bit longer. have a nice day. sweet game btw
  7. BenF.
    Nov 1, 2007
    10
    This Halo owns! face it all you people who deny the gr8ness, it brings so much more to what halo 2 was. the AI is exellent, with groups of brutes sticking together as a team and when a brute is near death he will use the equipment he has to extend his life, or charge towards you in a rage, weaving left and right making it harder to shoot him. the hammer guys are also very smart, using the This Halo owns! face it all you people who deny the gr8ness, it brings so much more to what halo 2 was. the AI is exellent, with groups of brutes sticking together as a team and when a brute is near death he will use the equipment he has to extend his life, or charge towards you in a rage, weaving left and right making it harder to shoot him. the hammer guys are also very smart, using the same crazy charge, while expertly dodging your bullets and if they run low on health they become invincible! and if its to easy 4 u lot, try playing it above easy mode, it kinda helps. the alternate armor permutations for multi-player mode are also very innovative and cool, and the new skull and point system is great, encouraging players to relive the levels with point mode on, and the various skulls serve as point multipliers while making the game more challenging. face it people, Halo 3 rules.… Expand
  8. UNreal
    Oct 1, 2007
    10
    Besides Bioshock, this is the best game out right now. all the haters out there writing about how crappy the game is, they really don't know anything. It's a huge innovation over the last and yes, the conclusion isn't what it should've been but if you stay and watch after the end credits are over, you'll feel absolutely glad you bought the game. jerks...
  9. EricT.
    Oct 1, 2007
    8
    The game is great, if flawed. It's graphically disappointing, and not just because of high expectations. It looks like Bungie was overly ambitious, and in order to achieve playable framerates had to scale up the LOD reduction until anything 10 feet away from the player is a jaggy mess with overly blurred textures. Many objects look fantastic if you stick your nose on them, but when The game is great, if flawed. It's graphically disappointing, and not just because of high expectations. It looks like Bungie was overly ambitious, and in order to achieve playable framerates had to scale up the LOD reduction until anything 10 feet away from the player is a jaggy mess with overly blurred textures. Many objects look fantastic if you stick your nose on them, but when you back away a few paces they turn into shimmery piles of crap. It's especially obvious when you get into Covenant structures and find that their familiar architecture looked better on the Xbox 1 because of Halo 3's aliasing and texture filtering problems. It's tragic, too, because the art direction is fantastic. The game would look amazing if it was presented without all the artifacts. That aside, if you're a Halo fan, this is classic stuff. The weapons feel great, the vehicles are fun to drive, fire fights are a blast, etc. The sound design is fantastic (try firing the assault rifle into nearby water, it sounds awesome) and the music is the best of the series. I enjoyed the story more than I did in Halo 1 or 2, though the writing is often cheesy, and some stuff that is played for emotional impact falls flat (like the Deep Thoughts by Cortana that keep popping up on your HUD). Multiplayer kicks ass, and Bungie has obviously invested a LOT of time and effort here. The matchmaking system is super slick, and the amount of options you have for creating your own game types is amazing for a console game (though, unless they ship a real level editor, it's going to be trumped by Unreal when it allows users to upload their own maps). Probably the biggest addition, which is technically amazing, is the addition of the Theater. Every game you play is recorded to disk and can be played back, frame by frame. It's too sweet being able to go back and relive your greatest multiplayer moments, or see what the winning team did, not to mention what all the machinima guys like Red vs Blue are going to do with this. Overall a great game. I wish they had presented the game with less artifacts (even if it required simplifying the graphics), but I still enjoyed the ride.… Expand
  10. MattD.
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    This game is amazing and for all the "gamers" who gave it a one or a two....you must no nothing about video games. If you dont understand the story of Halo, lets just say you need some "help". I had been waiting for this game to come out and it is the best game I have ever played. You will understand if you play it on an HDTV. There is a huge difference between this game and I would like This game is amazing and for all the "gamers" who gave it a one or a two....you must no nothing about video games. If you dont understand the story of Halo, lets just say you need some "help". I had been waiting for this game to come out and it is the best game I have ever played. You will understand if you play it on an HDTV. There is a huge difference between this game and I would like somebody to name 5 games that are better than this one. Incase you havent noticed, all the critics are rating this game from 90 to 100. The Campaign take like 5-7 hours to finish, and i dont think that is very short. This Game Deserves a 10.… Expand
  11. TerrellN.
    Nov 2, 2007
    10
    When I first picked up this game and played a while I thought "Why all the hype?" At first I saw it as nowhere near as good as the majesty of games like Gears of War, Quake, and Half Life 2 just to name a few. But then I looked at this game from a different angle. WHat if I had been raised on other genres and had never spent so much time playing other first person shooters? And then one When I first picked up this game and played a while I thought "Why all the hype?" At first I saw it as nowhere near as good as the majesty of games like Gears of War, Quake, and Half Life 2 just to name a few. But then I looked at this game from a different angle. WHat if I had been raised on other genres and had never spent so much time playing other first person shooters? And then one day I come across My first FPS. It is an all new experience to me. It is Halo! And then they release the final game in the series at its prime. I would love it to death. So Here is my point. If you play very few real FPSs then Halo 3 is actually pretty amazing. But if you were raised on the likes of Quake, Unreal,Half Life,Doom, aand Gears then this game is a 4 at best.… Expand
  12. PaulS.
    Nov 20, 2007
    9
    Awesome game! Campaign was exciting and the online multiplayer is sure to entertain for a long time.
  13. BrandenC.
    Oct 14, 2007
    8
    Great game, but not as great as what the critics have been saying. High replay value due to multiplayer and achievements, but nothing really new or innovative from the last Halo.
  14. thedude
    Oct 15, 2007
    9
    An excellent game. The addition of 4-player co-op mode is great, though it makes it easy to finish the campaign quickly. The Theatre stuff is lots of fun. And the Multi-player is outstanding. Really nothing not to like, especially now that they made shotty snipers less prevalent in match-making. An excellent game.
  15. GrantH.
    Nov 6, 2007
    8
    This game has its ups, and it definitely has its downs. But the biggest complaint I see is the graphics. Compared to Gears of War, no, the graphics are not as good. The difference is, Gears of War is urban, and in close environments. Halo 3 has massive landscapes, in which you can always see everything that is going on. That is something Gears does not have. For the time I enjoyed Halo 3, This game has its ups, and it definitely has its downs. But the biggest complaint I see is the graphics. Compared to Gears of War, no, the graphics are not as good. The difference is, Gears of War is urban, and in close environments. Halo 3 has massive landscapes, in which you can always see everything that is going on. That is something Gears does not have. For the time I enjoyed Halo 3, it was a very fun game, and I had no problems. It does get old quick, though. Which is why I gave it a solid 8.… Expand
  16. TomBrady
    Oct 17, 2007
    10
    I loved this game. i have never played a game with those shooty things before. i found a xbox in my mailbox and thought i might want to try it. i tryed to kill someone for hours, but i cant. i played it for 481/2 hoursbut finally gave up. i love this game
  17. JonS.
    Oct 18, 2007
    10
    This is one of the best games i have played this year. the graphics are freaking sweet. the story is sweet. the weapons are a bad to the bone as always. the hammer is one of my favorite weapons but the shotgun still kick alien butts. i love this game and the Spartian still kicking butts and taking name. and saving the world agian. if you did not like this game you have some major issues. This is one of the best games i have played this year. the graphics are freaking sweet. the story is sweet. the weapons are a bad to the bone as always. the hammer is one of my favorite weapons but the shotgun still kick alien butts. i love this game and the Spartian still kicking butts and taking name. and saving the world agian. if you did not like this game you have some major issues. and i said to get help.… Expand
  18. JonL.
    Oct 19, 2007
    10
    Awesome online gaming. Period.
  19. WilliamT.
    Nov 9, 2007
    9
    It's Halo 2, given a nice new bit of polish and spit shine. But is that a bad thing? No. Halo 3's graphics are far from outstanding but you'd be mad to say that they look bad. The singleplayer is pretty much the same, but it's what made the Halo series so much fun in the first place. It's multiplayer is simple, but so much fun. You've got a great new It's Halo 2, given a nice new bit of polish and spit shine. But is that a bad thing? No. Halo 3's graphics are far from outstanding but you'd be mad to say that they look bad. The singleplayer is pretty much the same, but it's what made the Halo series so much fun in the first place. It's multiplayer is simple, but so much fun. You've got a great new features, such as equipment, saved films (so you can watch yourself pwn that n00b again- or watch yourself getting teabagged after a exceptionally humiliating defeat), Forge , where you can make your own maps and Meta Campaign. Halo 3 is a great game. Not perfect, far from it, but it's still so much fun, you'd be declared mentally unstable not to at least play this game once.… Expand
  20. AndrewU.
    Oct 1, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 delivered what it promised in almost every single way. My only problem with it is how short the single player campaign was. Everyone seems to complain about the graphics, but personally I think they're better than Gears of War. Now before you jump all over me, hear me out. I think they're better because H3 has some actual color and variety behind it. Gears of war looked Halo 3 delivered what it promised in almost every single way. My only problem with it is how short the single player campaign was. Everyone seems to complain about the graphics, but personally I think they're better than Gears of War. Now before you jump all over me, hear me out. I think they're better because H3 has some actual color and variety behind it. Gears of war looked more photo realistic, but everything in the game was black and grey, which became really boring. Little details like you feet sinking slightly into sand or snow, leaving footprints just add to the experience. As for the gameplay, with the focus taken back more to the original formula of guns, melee bashing and grenades, it feels alot more like Halo. The exhisting guns have all been tweaked and the new ones like the gravity hammer is a blast, literally sending enemies flying in all directions. The controls work exactly as they should, esp. in the middle of a heated firefight. I rarely felt like I died because the controls didn't work as they should, like the clunky controls in Gears. The vehicles work exactly as they should and nothing is funnier than running down ghosts in a brute chopper. Multiplayer is frantic and alot of fun, and the new equipment spice things up a bit. Radar jammers, trip mines, the bubble shield, deployable cover, power drainers, ect, ect, all add another level of tatics. The forge and theater are both alot of fun. I was playing a game on forge, and being able to help my team out by dropping a much needed weapon or vehicle was a godsend. I know that sounds cheap, but keep in mind, the other team can do the same. The theater is fun, but I've mainly used it to show my friends exactly how I shot them in the head, or how to take a look at how I was killed, so i can learn from my mistakes. All around a great game and alot of fun.… Expand
  21. SenorS.
    Nov 9, 2007
    10
    This game is definitely worth it if you have xbox live, but if you are living in the dark ages of gaming and don't have it, just rent it...the campaign is good but plays through in a week (on legendary)
  22. JasonN.
    Oct 19, 2007
    10
    Fantastic culmination to the Halo universe. There is so much this game offers, it can barely be described. Anyone complaining that this game is too short has not dipped into the nearly limitless options the game has. Thought the campaign was to short? Try turning the campaign scoring and some of the skulls on. The game completely changes. I was addicted the first time I put Halo 3 in my Fantastic culmination to the Halo universe. There is so much this game offers, it can barely be described. Anyone complaining that this game is too short has not dipped into the nearly limitless options the game has. Thought the campaign was to short? Try turning the campaign scoring and some of the skulls on. The game completely changes. I was addicted the first time I put Halo 3 in my console, granted I have been a fan of Halo since the release of the Xbox, but every time I play I notice something new. The ability to save movies, clips, and screenshots and create game types and maps is technologically mind blowing. I don't know how Bungie did it, but thank you is all I can say. Also, I love the new Bungie.net and all the options it offers that coincide with Halo 3. Especially the ability to queue map and gametype downloads while on my computer that instantly download the next time I load up Halo 3 on my Xbox 360. Again, thank you, Bungie.… Expand
  23. GavinM.
    Oct 21, 2007
    10
    Well it may not be perfect (no game ever is) or totally innovative (no game ever needs to be) it is fun. It is just about the most fun I've ever had with an FPS. The levels never seemed to drag, the pacing was good and the gaming was polished to a chrome-like shine. The story itself is interesting and all the easter eggs throughout the game helped deepen it and answer some long Well it may not be perfect (no game ever is) or totally innovative (no game ever needs to be) it is fun. It is just about the most fun I've ever had with an FPS. The levels never seemed to drag, the pacing was good and the gaming was polished to a chrome-like shine. The story itself is interesting and all the easter eggs throughout the game helped deepen it and answer some long awaited questions. The ending itself was well done and lends the series a very Arthurian feel (Once and Future King). The campaign alone would be worth it but Bungie has also loaded the game with many other features like movie creation tools, level editing tools (that also serve as a game type) and a great multiplayer system that is and has always been loads of fun. The allusions to previous Halos were all well done and many of the later levels give rise to some of the best battles I've ever had the pleasure of playing through (the level The Covenant being a great one). Overall the game deserves a 10 for creating a game that, while not totally innovative or groundbreaking, is some of the most fun you can have on any console. The game is well made and loaded with features which makes it very deserving of praise if only for its excellent production values on all levels from graphical design, to music, to the game's amazing AI. Every piece of the game works well and provides a fun experience. It isn't the second coming or the greatest thing since sliced bread but I'd probably take it over those two in a pinch (unless I wanted a sandwich) simply because it is so damn fun to play through.… Expand
  24. BenC.
    Dec 2, 2007
    9
    Brilliant game. Amazing campaign and highly addictuve multiplayer. New weapons and vehicles keep it fresh. Drawbacks are forge is hard to control and the level Cortana is for lack of a better word rubbish.
  25. ShawnSavage
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    you can tell pretty easily, the trolls, from the true gamers, when a game like this comes out.

    Anyone that says they beat this game in 4-8 hours played in on easy.

    I dont think that even gives a person the right to judge a game, to dumb down its AI and physics to give the unskilled gamer an advantage. Should these peoples opinions matter?

    I say no.
  26. CoryD.
    Dec 27, 2007
    10
    This game pretty much hasn't left my console since I got it... Sure the campaign (although fantastic) only lasted the first few days playing, there is so much replay in this game (RE: Xlive Multiplayer), that to call it anything less than the best online game is missing the whole point of multiplayer.
  27. RobC.
    Oct 25, 2007
    9
    Beautiful graphics, wonderful gameplay, the only fault. Its too short, but therefor the online gameplay will never end.
  28. AsadM.
    Oct 2, 2007
    10
    Game is amazingly polished, the graphics take time to show you their true beauty, maby not as in your face as GOW but great nonetheless. Having played all the Halo games I was very happy with the ending (remeber half is before the credits and half after). The mutiplayer co op with added campaign scoring is a blast, and as for it being too short, it seemed just as long as the other games. Game is amazingly polished, the graphics take time to show you their true beauty, maby not as in your face as GOW but great nonetheless. Having played all the Halo games I was very happy with the ending (remeber half is before the credits and half after). The mutiplayer co op with added campaign scoring is a blast, and as for it being too short, it seemed just as long as the other games. Play on legendary if its too easy! This game will be played for a long long time!… Expand
  29. mintyvader
    Oct 26, 2007
    10
    Halo 3. what more is there to say? the graphics make your eyes melt, the multiplayer is second to none, and some of the campeign levels are the most fun i have ever had playing a videogame. i will admit it does have its problems, but if you like shooting stuff, absolutely insant multiplayer, and blowing stuff up, this is the game for you.
  30. MikeMorrison
    Dec 7, 2007
    8
    This game got a 8 bc of the multiplayer. I hate to bring it up but you look at call of duty 4 you can shot through walls or through sides of trees depending on the gun your using. Then there is halo where im using a highly advanced weapon that cannt shot through a piece of paper. Not to mention the fact that you have this amazing armor and ability to jump 10 ft. in the air and itl takesThis game got a 8 bc of the multiplayer. I hate to bring it up but you look at call of duty 4 you can shot through walls or through sides of trees depending on the gun your using. Then there is halo where im using a highly advanced weapon that cannt shot through a piece of paper. Not to mention the fact that you have this amazing armor and ability to jump 10 ft. in the air and itl takes a whole clip or two clips to kill someone.
    Ok so with that out of the way maybe you like what they call oldcore fps. The other problem i have is the AI of the humans, not the aliens just the humans. There are times where you have to drive bc the AI simply cant, they'll get the vechile stuck or simply take forever. The other problem is that ill take time to sneak up on a tank, and their is no way i was spotted and out of no where they turn 180 degrees and start shooting me, Radar? i dont know there are my other teammates in front of the tank. On the other hand if you have any teammate aliens on your team they hold there own and you'll be thankful come to reload time that they are there.
    So the pros, great looking game with some very cool moments and of coarse not that it needs to be mention but great multiplayer.
    I love halo 3 but not the best game of all time, personalty im getting a little tired of the oldcore fps, taking cover or being killed after 5 shots is way more realistic and serves for greater game play.    … Expand
  31. MacauleyF.
    Dec 8, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 brings a stunning end to the trilogy and also leaves it open to another story. Multiplayer shines through rock, it is so indepth and so varied, there are nearly unlimited ways to play, only limited by pixils and time. Balanced weapons and maps, and more maps on the way, continuosly updated playlists. Sure there are those "WTF?!" times online but we can and should blame the Halo 3 brings a stunning end to the trilogy and also leaves it open to another story. Multiplayer shines through rock, it is so indepth and so varied, there are nearly unlimited ways to play, only limited by pixils and time. Balanced weapons and maps, and more maps on the way, continuosly updated playlists. Sure there are those "WTF?!" times online but we can and should blame the internet, LAN is perfect. Forge, what can I say? Well if I had the time and put the effort into it, I could write a novel on what you can do in it and I've only scratched the surface. Build your own competitive map, set up fusion coils for target practice, make a rube goldburg device, set up a Zombie map, drop tanks on up to 7 of your mates... Use your imagination! Chances are, you can do it! And last, but certainly not least: Saved films. It's gold. Want to see your Rampage again? Want to see how you turned that Overkill into a Killimanjaro? Want to see how you splattered that guy on the other side of the map or that open scope Triple kill? You can do it! And from any angle! The only downer in this is that you can't transfer it to your computer, but I see that GeeVee.com is hard at work making an online program so that you can! It'll make your machinimas a lot easier and cheaper. So, Halo 3 is a great, solid game with few flaws. The only thing that people complain about is that they are losing to new(er) people and they need to blame the game; and total graphics nerds. It's not the graphics that realy counts, it's the gameplay and replayability, and in that respect, Halo 3 delivers. It is a must buy for all gamers (assuming you have LIVE or friends you can play with).… Expand
  32. LordSergenteen
    Oct 31, 2007
    10
    Your not getting the picture you freaks. Halo is more about you sucking at it and therefore hating it. Halo is about having fun and enjoying one of the greatest story lines ever created and having many friends in your multiplayer games having fun.. You are just to emo and deprest on life to realize how fun it is. Halo 3 is the best game of the year and the number one title ever
    Thank    Your not getting the picture you freaks. Halo is more about you sucking at it and therefore hating it. Halo is about having fun and enjoying one of the greatest story lines ever created and having many friends in your multiplayer games having fun.. You are just to emo and deprest on life to realize how fun it is. Halo 3 is the best game of the year and the number one title ever
    Thank you bungie!!!    … Expand
  33. Daz
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    Its a brilliant campaign a bit short but the AI is top notch you have to say! Youir comrades on normal at least are brilliant shots without being unnatural.
    On legendary its still very challenging even with friends but 3 or more people and its gets too laggy.
    Great multiplay, a near perfect end to the saga.
  34. TJW.
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    Just absolutely the best game ever invented. Period. I mean the SP was a little tiny bit of a let down, but in whole this is truly better than any other console or PC game out there. Only thing that comes close would be HL2 / Source Games, but that just hasn't seemed the same since it's been out so many years now.
  35. AnonymousMC
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    A lot of these comments are nitpicking and don't actually mention the best aspects of the game. It's the definitive first person shooter on consoles, and dare to name me a multiplayer that's more fun to play on xbox live, wii connect, or playstation network. It took me at least 4-5 days of constant playing to get through the campaign, find all the skulls, build up toA lot of these comments are nitpicking and don't actually mention the best aspects of the game. It's the definitive first person shooter on consoles, and dare to name me a multiplayer that's more fun to play on xbox live, wii connect, or playstation network. It took me at least 4-5 days of constant playing to get through the campaign, find all the skulls, build up to lieutenant in the rankings, tweak around with forge, watch tons of saved films, export photos to bungie.net, and download other people's badass videos. There is little that can't be done. It's like a great online PC game, with almost all the capabilities you'll need (record demo's, edit maps, good connection, microphone/text support, friends list) packed in. It feels like it's worth twice the pricetag. I hated the idea of a $60 game before, but I have to rethink that for Halo 3.… Expand
  36. AlT.
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    PROS: --Core game mechanics (weapon balance, gunplay) excellent as ever. Equipment adds a new dimension to the gameplay. --Improved enemy AI. --Cinematic (hollywood-standard) audio design and soundtrack. --Beautiful backdrops and vehicles --Intense and gripping pacing. --Groundbreaking Live options including matchmaking service, 4-player co-op, real-time multiplayer map editor (Forge), PROS: --Core game mechanics (weapon balance, gunplay) excellent as ever. Equipment adds a new dimension to the gameplay. --Improved enemy AI. --Cinematic (hollywood-standard) audio design and soundtrack. --Beautiful backdrops and vehicles --Intense and gripping pacing. --Groundbreaking Live options including matchmaking service, 4-player co-op, real-time multiplayer map editor (Forge), theatre CONS: --Lacklustre 2.5 G character models (excl. Chief and Arbiter). --Storyline a bit derivative. --Somewhat short single-player campaign on Normal difficulty level.… Expand
  37. Caleb
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    All of the pieces (Campaign, Co-Op, Campaign Scoring, Forge, Multiplayer, Theater) to make this the game with the most lasting power I've ever experienced.
  38. NathanM.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    The Amazing ending of an Amazing trilogy.
  39. ChrisF.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    A nice conclusion to an epic trilogy. Graphics look amazing, some definate awe moments, especially near the end. MP is done to perfection
  40. CodyR.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    This is a great game, most people who newly come in wont see what the big deal is. But their is a big deal because its an incredible game, one of the greatest i ever played. It deserves a 9 if i take into account all the people that won't like it if their not halo 1+2 fanatics, but im giving it a 10 because all of the people that gave it a 0. I;m giving a shoutout to all those This is a great game, most people who newly come in wont see what the big deal is. But their is a big deal because its an incredible game, one of the greatest i ever played. It deserves a 9 if i take into account all the people that won't like it if their not halo 1+2 fanatics, but im giving it a 10 because all of the people that gave it a 0. I;m giving a shoutout to all those people. YOU SUCK.… Expand
  41. JimmyC.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    Well, I would have given it a 9.5, but I'll round it up because it's Halo. The game is pretty much perfect. The only downside I had with it was that it was short. Short, but I could play through it 100 times. So it makes up for it. It's Halo. You're the Chief. And everything comes to an end. It's what we've all been waiting for, so why is everyone Well, I would have given it a 9.5, but I'll round it up because it's Halo. The game is pretty much perfect. The only downside I had with it was that it was short. Short, but I could play through it 100 times. So it makes up for it. It's Halo. You're the Chief. And everything comes to an end. It's what we've all been waiting for, so why is everyone complaining? Isn't it exactly what you waited for? It was for me. The music, graphics and gameplay were all rock solid. New vehicles and guns were an excellent addition. They could have made no change to the game whatsoever and just made it end and I would have been happy, but Bungie stepped it up. The new vehicles are nice, too, with the Hornet being my favorite. And the battle with the two spider tanks was epic to say the least. With amazing battles, great graphics, and heroic moments that leave you smiling and saying "Hell, yeah, that's what Halo is about", I'd say Halo 3 is definately one of the best games out today.… Expand
  42. JackS.
    Oct 8, 2007
    10
    Who cares if it didnt completly change what halo 2 and 1 established, you know what they say if it aint broke dont fix it. The game keeps the awesomeness of halo 2 but rejuvenates it with nice graphics weapons maps equipment, and enough with the halo 2.5 nonsense, map editor, video editor, 4 player online coop, complex and in depth stat tracking system, equipment, completly makes it a Who cares if it didnt completly change what halo 2 and 1 established, you know what they say if it aint broke dont fix it. The game keeps the awesomeness of halo 2 but rejuvenates it with nice graphics weapons maps equipment, and enough with the halo 2.5 nonsense, map editor, video editor, 4 player online coop, complex and in depth stat tracking system, equipment, completly makes it a fresh experience. And if you think multiplayer is the same as halo 2 you barley played the game or suck at it, halo 2 multiplayer is very fine tuned and balanced adding one minor thing can drastically change the way its played, the introduction of equipment, unmountable turrets new weapons, completly changes the way the game is played, and not to mention halo 3 dual weilding is almost obsolete, unlike in halo 2 in which it was very important.… Expand
  43. EricV.
    Oct 8, 2007
    8
    The graphics WERE AMAZING! If your playing it on a 10 year old T.V. set then your OBVIOUSLY not going to be able to see the sharpness and high quality of the graphics. DUH! Anyways, I liked the campaign mode over all even if it was incredibly short... the other annoying thing was them having you fight your way forward in a level only to fight your way back the way you came all over again The graphics WERE AMAZING! If your playing it on a 10 year old T.V. set then your OBVIOUSLY not going to be able to see the sharpness and high quality of the graphics. DUH! Anyways, I liked the campaign mode over all even if it was incredibly short... the other annoying thing was them having you fight your way forward in a level only to fight your way back the way you came all over again in a attempt to avoid loading time. But overall, it was good. The ending leaves a lot to the mind.… Expand
  44. JasonLarge
    Oct 9, 2007
    9
    It never ceases to amaze me how many haters there are out there. Everyone seems like they want bungie to reinvent what made Halo so great. For all of you who say that you've played it before....what did you expect? Did you expect Bungie to say "well Halo 2 is one of the top selling games of all time but I think we can make it better if we completely change everything aboutit". YesIt never ceases to amaze me how many haters there are out there. Everyone seems like they want bungie to reinvent what made Halo so great. For all of you who say that you've played it before....what did you expect? Did you expect Bungie to say "well Halo 2 is one of the top selling games of all time but I think we can make it better if we completely change everything aboutit". Yes we all palyed halo 2 so we have all see this before but Halo 3 has a better campaign, better multiplayer options, new well integrated weapons and the multiplayer maps are better than in Halo 2. This isn't the end all be all of games but it is certainly better than the unfair criticism that it recieves on here.… Expand
  45. CorySmyth
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    I can't rate this game any less than 10 due to the amount of fun that is possible to have with this game. You get the regular single player and multiplayer games and you also get the forge, the innovative replay and saved films feature and everything else that comes along with that. If Halo 1 and 2 get rated 95/100 then this for sure gets a 100/100 simply due to the fact that it hasI can't rate this game any less than 10 due to the amount of fun that is possible to have with this game. You get the regular single player and multiplayer games and you also get the forge, the innovative replay and saved films feature and everything else that comes along with that. If Halo 1 and 2 get rated 95/100 then this for sure gets a 100/100 simply due to the fact that it has what both of the previous games had, the only things changed were for the better and if you are to take an amazing game and simply make it better then it should get a better rating.… Expand
  46. jameshutton
    Sep 24, 2007
    9
    Although many people complain about the short nature of Halo 3's campaign the one unifying factor in these reviews are that the review played Halo on normal, playing on heroic is recommended for any FPS player with Halo experience to play on Heroic or legendary. Other problems are people not liking the end, the epic finish wraps up all of the ends if you have a brain to comprehend theAlthough many people complain about the short nature of Halo 3's campaign the one unifying factor in these reviews are that the review played Halo on normal, playing on heroic is recommended for any FPS player with Halo experience to play on Heroic or legendary. Other problems are people not liking the end, the epic finish wraps up all of the ends if you have a brain to comprehend the result. The multiplayer is one of the best in the world and will keep me playing forever, (I still LAN Halo:CE). The one oversight in a game with such excellent AI is the lack of bots, for this reason alone I rate it a 9/10.… Expand
  47. VictoriaParkins
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    I have a PS3, Wii and 360, but this game has just demonstarted to me why 360 is so far ahead in what it has to offer. I'll be selling my PS3 before Xmas and I'm sure my Wii will see some action again this Xmas on Wii Sports before it goes back in the cupboard. Halo 3 is the best game ever made without a shadow of a doubt. There is just so much in the game that it will take a longI have a PS3, Wii and 360, but this game has just demonstarted to me why 360 is so far ahead in what it has to offer. I'll be selling my PS3 before Xmas and I'm sure my Wii will see some action again this Xmas on Wii Sports before it goes back in the cupboard. Halo 3 is the best game ever made without a shadow of a doubt. There is just so much in the game that it will take a long time to experience it all, and every single part of it is absolutely flawless. I'm so glad this has come out in Septmember to give me an opportunity to play the other amazing games coming over the next few months. I have my eyes on Mass Effect once I'm done here.… Expand
  48. chrisL
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    been playing the game for the last 2 hours in campaign mode let me tell you its great to be an aussie an get this game officaly 1 day before you americans (gotta love the internation date line)

    awesum 1010 great stuff bungie i doubted you could match halo 2 but you have not only matched but far exeeded this halo geeks expectations

    suck on it sony
  49. StephenS.
    Sep 25, 2007
    9
    The best multi-player ever mated to a solid single player. Forge is a simple but power addition to multi-player action.
  50. TylerD.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    My expectations were fairly high, but Halo 3 blew me away. Amazing multiplayer, great creative opprotunities, and a brilliant campaign mode add up to what every 360 owner should own: Halo 3.
  51. DavidC.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Pretty much as good as it gets. Short but great campaign, fantastic multiplayer, good graphics, great sound, top notch controls and endless options.
  52. JasonL.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    After last night, playing it for 5 hours non stop, I can easily see how the improvements have made this game better. This game really takes off on the 360 and you can see how Bungie's vision of Halo2 was stunted due to the smaller environments. I like to think that Halo2 was originally meant to be the final, but the 360 gave Bungie the hardware to make a better version of Halo 2. After last night, playing it for 5 hours non stop, I can easily see how the improvements have made this game better. This game really takes off on the 360 and you can see how Bungie's vision of Halo2 was stunted due to the smaller environments. I like to think that Halo2 was originally meant to be the final, but the 360 gave Bungie the hardware to make a better version of Halo 2. Thus Halo3 is born. This is no way an indication that it should be called Halo 2.5. It doesn't have the feeling of potential wasted that the Halo2 campaign gave me. Also the comment - 5 Minutes of gameplay in 24 hours makes absolutely no sense as a critical comment. It's one of those things critics like to say because it initially sounds clever. It is a stupid comment as it literally applies to most games anyway. Halo3 manages to bring grand vision and excellent game play to the console market. Like Halo 2 and Halo before it, I will be playing this game for years to come.… Expand
  53. DanielMW
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Having played it myself, Halo 3 lives up to the hype. At times easily the best-looking game on Xbox360. The story is well delivered. The environments are colossal and the busiest you'll find in an FPS. 4-player co-op, motion blur, 3D water (with physics), foliage that moves and the best HDR lighting ever. All of that stuff adds up. Then there
  54. fojakv
    Sep 25, 2007
    9
    Great game but not to good to have more score than BIOSHOCK, lack of innovation in the single campaign, great graphics, amazing scenarios, short single campaign 10 - 15 hours, what happened Bungie??.
    Multiplayer is the gem but...not to gain the crown of game of the year, sorry. Great game Buy it Now, but don´t expect originality...
  55. ALexP.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Great graphics, awesome story, amazing gameplay, total 10.
  56. A.D.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Whoever says this game is only 5 or 6 hours long must be playing on easy. I'm playing on heroic, have already put in over 5 1/2 hours and I'm not even to level 5 out of 9. This game is the total package. Saved Films feature is awesome. I never thought watching both the SP and MP action would be so cool. The MP is perfectly balanced. Also, with those Absolutely amazing. Whoever says this game is only 5 or 6 hours long must be playing on easy. I'm playing on heroic, have already put in over 5 1/2 hours and I'm not even to level 5 out of 9. This game is the total package. Saved Films feature is awesome. I never thought watching both the SP and MP action would be so cool. The MP is perfectly balanced. Also, with those complaining about the graphics, I thought they wouldn't be up to par. In reality, they're outstanding. You really can't appreciate the beauty of the environments until you watch a saved film of the campaign. Great, great stuff. Oh yeah, the Brute Chopper is sweet.… Expand
  57. JimM>
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    It ain't all perfect, but damn this game is satisfying. Multiplayer and Forge are satisfying, and the campaign earns HUGE points for 4-player co-op. I loveitIloveitIloveit...
  58. CassioC.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Excellent game! Multiplayer is a blast, and the balance between melee, shoot and grenade is finally back! Graphics are great, but not spectacular, although this is forgiven due to the sheer size of the maps. Pity the series will end with Halo 3... Keep it alive Bungie!
  59. PhillipB.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Most addicting game ever! Campaign was fun! Can't wait to go thru and play it on the hardest difficulty with three friedns. Multi-Player is the most fun you can have in a videogame, PERIOD!!! New game modes and tweaks to the tried and true make every game memorable. Then, you can watch the movie of that one head shot you had that caused the guy to fall into a man cannon and get his Most addicting game ever! Campaign was fun! Can't wait to go thru and play it on the hardest difficulty with three friedns. Multi-Player is the most fun you can have in a videogame, PERIOD!!! New game modes and tweaks to the tried and true make every game memorable. Then, you can watch the movie of that one head shot you had that caused the guy to fall into a man cannon and get his dead body shot across the map; after you watch it you can upload it so all your friends can see too! Graphics are spectacular. Physics are amazing. You can bump a small tree with the Warthog and watch the tree shake.... A Perfect Game!… Expand
  60. AdamR.
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    I was expecting more for the final Halo. The graphics were probably the biggest disappointment I expected nothing less than that of Gears of War and the going back and forth thru the same area the campaign just reminded me of a multiplayer map but it is still a great game with high replay value and cool online multiplayer. P.S.-watch out Halo 3 because after playing the Call of Duty 4 I was expecting more for the final Halo. The graphics were probably the biggest disappointment I expected nothing less than that of Gears of War and the going back and forth thru the same area the campaign just reminded me of a multiplayer map but it is still a great game with high replay value and cool online multiplayer. P.S.-watch out Halo 3 because after playing the Call of Duty 4 Beta Halo is just biding my time and many others until Nov 5th when COD4 is released. Hoorah… Expand
  61. Dawreck
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Finished the game on normal difficulty and I see why some where disappointed with the ending. The ending may be better on legendary setting since its suppose to be different. I don't rate games based on the specifics of the story, unless theirs a severe lack of structure.. If u want a story I suggest u pocket ur $60 and get a cheap rental movie. When u start a game at night and Finished the game on normal difficulty and I see why some where disappointed with the ending. The ending may be better on legendary setting since its suppose to be different. I don't rate games based on the specifics of the story, unless theirs a severe lack of structure.. If u want a story I suggest u pocket ur $60 and get a cheap rental movie. When u start a game at night and accidentaly play till daylight.....that's what I call a 10. Halo 3 doesnt have a adaptive story influenced by ur "handling" certain foes like bioshock. What it does have is a "take no prisoners" mentality that's addicting in so many ways! If u want to play a game with true American ideals buy halo 3 and practice social equality......killing spree!… Expand
  62. SeanH.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Pure Halo Perfection. Everything we loved about the Halo universe and a few new tricks. Great visuals, amazing score, dynamic voice acting, action galore. If you don't like this game there is something wrong with you.
  63. MikeJ.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    best game of the trilogy!
  64. adam
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Its funny, if you look at all 3 halo games on metacritic, it almost exactly the same scores every game. Critics give the game ABOUT an 9.5 and users give it ABOUT an 8. If you give halo 3 a bad rating, just remember that every single halo game has the same exact gripes as the last. Way to fall in line and repeat everything that everyone has already said about the previous 2 games, very smart.
  65. EricK>
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Lives up to the hype. I own both the PS3 and the Xbox 360 and love both, but this game hands down blows away anything available on the PS3.
  66. HansV.
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    When reading these bashing comments and ratings below 5 or 6, I can't think why people are so small minded and build up so big expectations that no game can fulfill. Yes, the game feels a bit oudated but in the otherhand it's exactly how a Halo game should feel like....I'm sure if Halo 3 would've been a revolutionary 3rd person shooter, with slo-mo (bullet-time) When reading these bashing comments and ratings below 5 or 6, I can't think why people are so small minded and build up so big expectations that no game can fulfill. Yes, the game feels a bit oudated but in the otherhand it's exactly how a Halo game should feel like....I'm sure if Halo 3 would've been a revolutionary 3rd person shooter, with slo-mo (bullet-time) effects, with few different endings and moral choices Master Chief should make....I'm sure these people would be dissapointed anyways, because it wouldn't feel like Halo. Well, for my part, I'm not dissapointed in any ways, because I didn't have any expectations as I didn't like Halo 2 so much but loved Halo 1. The graphics are great, the world is vivid and living with many many small details that makes me almost gasp in aww. As for gameplay, it's almost exactly like Halo 1 and 2, with some tweeks....yes it feels a bit outdated compared to other 3rd generation fps's, like Rainbow Six Las Vegas or Bioshock...but come on, it's Halo! Every xbox gamer propably have the controls in their marrow and can pick up this game and get shooting and theres nothing that you wont love in this ride that ends one of the best trilogies and game-series of all time. ´ Why 8 and not 9 or 10? Even if I do like and love Halo 3, all it's ascpects and especially the new Forge mutliplayer mode, I still have to compare Halo 3 to other 3rd generation shooters and as Rainbow Six Las Vegas and Bioshock and now Call of Duty 4 Beta really blew my mind away, Halo 3 really couldn't stand to it's competition. Halo 3 is more than the sum of it's parts, it's the conclusion of an epic and all really need to take this ride and see this game-series to the end. Short review: Gameplay: 8 Story: 8 Graphics: 10 Soundeffects: 8 Music: 10 (yes I love Halo soundtracks) Replayability: 9 Multiplayer: 7 Pros + It's Halo + Replayability + Controls and gameplay -> 6 years of tweeking and polisihing, really can't go wrong + Soundtrack + Lots of multiplayer modes + Campaign co-op up to 4 players Cons - Gameplay, feels a bit outdated. - Sounds in general. - Weapons, even if balanced and there's alot to choose from, they don't have the oomph-effect and feel unpowered. - Multiplayer bunnyhoppers.… Expand
  67. BrentA.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Halo 3 is a excellent game that lives up to the hype. People that are rating this game low just have a grudge or haven't played it. The gameplay is incredible in both the single player and multiplayer. The environments are great with a lot of detail. This game will keep people entertained for years to come. It doesn't get much better then this.
  68. AllanL.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Completely lives up to the hype.
  69. WernerS.
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    It is just Halo , and that is good.
  70. LoganD.
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    I just don't quite understand how this game is getting 100& scores. No game is that good. At the end of the day, all it is is more Halo. That may be exactly what you are looking for, however, most gamers would be much better served saving their money and just renting this game.
  71. BG
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    The most overhyped game of all time, but arguably the best game of all time. Pros: Great gameplay, forge, real-time level editor, saved replays with freemoving camera, tons of vehichles and guns, online is awesome, and very good story. Cons: Most equipment besides the regenerater and bubble shield is useless. Umm.... I guess that's it.
  72. LdubbzO.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Halo 3 is the best FPS bar none. What other game can offer the mix of strategy and fun that Halo brings. You can play through the single player a million times, especially with your buds. The MP is the best console has ever seen. What bugs me is what people are saying about the graphics...what game are you looking at? Its Halo in HD with great textures and effects, with levels and enemies Halo 3 is the best FPS bar none. What other game can offer the mix of strategy and fun that Halo brings. You can play through the single player a million times, especially with your buds. The MP is the best console has ever seen. What bugs me is what people are saying about the graphics...what game are you looking at? Its Halo in HD with great textures and effects, with levels and enemies so huge they literally blow you away. I think people forget that Halo 2 STILL looks. Best game ever IMHO.… Expand
  73. Chris
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    This is an excellent game with a compelling story and amazing graphics. Everything moves fluidly together and finishing the game leaves you fulfilled. Bungie has truely made an amazing trilogy and has created a world of epic proportions.
  74. JeffA.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    Words do not do this game justice. If you don't own an Xbox 360 and Halo 3 then you are missing out on the gaming experience of your lifetime.
  75. NathanO.
    Sep 27, 2007
    9
    People are saying that it doesn't live up to the hype, but in reality no game could live up to the hype generated before the release of this game. I tried not get taken in by the the hype but we all know how that usually ends up! This game is however very good, if you liked the first two(or at the very least you enjoy blowing stuff up!) you will enjoy this game. To all the people People are saying that it doesn't live up to the hype, but in reality no game could live up to the hype generated before the release of this game. I tried not get taken in by the the hype but we all know how that usually ends up! This game is however very good, if you liked the first two(or at the very least you enjoy blowing stuff up!) you will enjoy this game. To all the people saying its too short, play on a harder difficulty!… Expand
  76. IanC.
    Sep 27, 2007
    8
    Sorry everyone, but I'm a bit disappointed too. I don't get the super-high scores and mass raving either, this really doesn't deserve 100 here and there and everywhere. That all said, there is some magnificence here, and Bungie deserve high high accolade for their sheer innovative genius in the Theater modes and Forge mode. At the end of the gaming day, you'll have a Sorry everyone, but I'm a bit disappointed too. I don't get the super-high scores and mass raving either, this really doesn't deserve 100 here and there and everywhere. That all said, there is some magnificence here, and Bungie deserve high high accolade for their sheer innovative genius in the Theater modes and Forge mode. At the end of the gaming day, you'll have a ton of fun with this, there is stuff here you just won't get anywhere else, and so in that respect it's a solid 8 from me, and HIGHLY recommended.… Expand
  77. ScottS.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    Extremely polished. beauutiful gameplay controls and graphics.
  78. JustinC.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    This game is flawless, a work of art. The multiplayer is by far the most fun you will ever have on a console. If you have a 360, you need to buy this game.
  79. PhilB.
    Sep 27, 2007
    8
    Play's well. Graphics look OK. Don't get me wrong. It's still a great game and fun to play but I expected definetly more. I've just played a few hours. My remarks are based upon my observations so far. I hope that some of my impressions will change to more positive. Story mode: Way to shoort for three years of development. That's the best Bungie and M$ can come Play's well. Graphics look OK. Don't get me wrong. It's still a great game and fun to play but I expected definetly more. I've just played a few hours. My remarks are based upon my observations so far. I hope that some of my impressions will change to more positive. Story mode: Way to shoort for three years of development. That's the best Bungie and M$ can come up? Online gaming: Is it me? Interface for game finding is not as intuitive as it used to be. It appears to have less settings. Hey it's still an excellent game. But compared to the improvements GTA made from Vice City to San Andreas for instance this looks measely. So I'm left with an excellent game and the feeling that it could have been just plain more. Satisfying but now WOOOOW experience. It almost smells like they just made the minimum to achieve an excellent game so they can make as much money as they can of the series. Too much business, not enough love. The Halo series really comes to an end.… Expand
  80. PaulM.
    Sep 28, 2007
    9
    After the lacklustre conclusion of Halo 2 I was bitterly disappointed! Sure the online was great but a decent campaign is a must for me! I am glad to see Bungie have bucked up their ideas for the third game. The campaign is excellent. I have heard lots of people moaning that the game is either too short, too repetative and the graphics are poor. Sure if you play the game on normal you After the lacklustre conclusion of Halo 2 I was bitterly disappointed! Sure the online was great but a decent campaign is a must for me! I am glad to see Bungie have bucked up their ideas for the third game. The campaign is excellent. I have heard lots of people moaning that the game is either too short, too repetative and the graphics are poor. Sure if you play the game on normal you will beat it in around 8-10 hours... play it on Legendary and it's a different game entirely. As for revisiting the same areas... do people only bring this up about Halo or am I just imagining things. Bioshock had to be the most repetitive game ever. Same rooms for 90% of the game, same tactics to deal with each individual enemy, same puzzles again and again! But for some reason it's ok for Bioshock to have these flaws but not Halo. Halo 3 rarely visits the same areas at all and if you do it is very fleeting (apart from the ship Cortana is on) And as for the graphics, again people are drawing comparisons between Gears, Bioshock and Halo. Sure Gears and Bioshock look better but that's because there is about a tenth of the action on screen compared to Halo! If you fought two or three enemies at a time in tiny enviroments the graphics would have been amazing but then it wouldn't have been Halo anymore. The people slating this game need to get over themselves and realise that the game was made to be fun and that's exactly what it is! The forge mode and theatre need to be played to be believed... Absolutely fantastic! The possibilities in online multiplayer are now endless and you can record, pause and edit it afterwards to your hearts content. I'm jealous that PC gamers have had these kind of perks for years. Bravo Bungie!… Expand
  81. KasperB.
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    With halo 3, has bungie made the best game in the series. Not only is this the best halo 3 game but also best xbox 360 game. If you ask me Halo 3 is the best game ever made!!
  82. DD
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    Graphics are absolutely mindblowing, I don't know why people are complaining about them. The campaign was really good, and it only feels short because it's so fun that you won't want to stop playing. As always the sound is superb too. Everyone else is raving about Forge and Theater so I don't need to tell you how cool they are. This game is worth buying a 360 for, no Graphics are absolutely mindblowing, I don't know why people are complaining about them. The campaign was really good, and it only feels short because it's so fun that you won't want to stop playing. As always the sound is superb too. Everyone else is raving about Forge and Theater so I don't need to tell you how cool they are. This game is worth buying a 360 for, no doubt about it.… Expand
  83. Marc.D.
    Sep 28, 2007
    8
    Ahhh...to be a FPS on the 360...not an easy thing when you factor in the competition you're up against. With the phenomenal Bioshock fresh in many gamers minds, Halo 3 finishes the epic battle of Master Chief. For the most part, it does it very well. The gameplay is tight and the action is hectic. It plays very closely to Halo 2...and this is a good thing. However, it feels...lacking Ahhh...to be a FPS on the 360...not an easy thing when you factor in the competition you're up against. With the phenomenal Bioshock fresh in many gamers minds, Halo 3 finishes the epic battle of Master Chief. For the most part, it does it very well. The gameplay is tight and the action is hectic. It plays very closely to Halo 2...and this is a good thing. However, it feels...lacking when compared to its competition. Ultimately, the multiplayer is where the Halo series has always shone. Watch for it to keep the series and the Chief in the minds of gamers for a long time to come after the 25th of September 2007.… Expand
  84. MrBeamish
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    Campaign is a little on the weak side but Halo is all about the online. Live matches are an absolute blast. Bungie have gone the way of user-generated content with all the customised, shareable game modes & Forge to create a game that will be played for years to come. The replay feature really makes you appreciate the beauty and detail in the graphics, despite the criticism banded about Campaign is a little on the weak side but Halo is all about the online. Live matches are an absolute blast. Bungie have gone the way of user-generated content with all the customised, shareable game modes & Forge to create a game that will be played for years to come. The replay feature really makes you appreciate the beauty and detail in the graphics, despite the criticism banded about the looks.… Expand
  85. AwesomeAntonio
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    Its really just an improved Halo 2. Which is a good thing as thats what Halo 3 should be, this game pretty much has everything and will be the most played game on xbox live for a while, maybe until call of duty 4. Its not a 10 as Bioshock or Gears of War would be a 10 but this still is awesome. However Im yet to try 4 player campaign co-op over live which could put it up to a 10. Im not Its really just an improved Halo 2. Which is a good thing as thats what Halo 3 should be, this game pretty much has everything and will be the most played game on xbox live for a while, maybe until call of duty 4. Its not a 10 as Bioshock or Gears of War would be a 10 but this still is awesome. However Im yet to try 4 player campaign co-op over live which could put it up to a 10. Im not much of a halo fan but I can tell what a good game is, this is the best in the Halo series and one of the best games on the 360.… Expand
  86. GeorgeA.
    Sep 29, 2007
    10
    Forget the PS3 owners scoiring the game a 0, 1 or 3. Halo is a brilliant videogame with no equal. There are many parts of the game that you just stop to look at the environment. There are other parts of the plot that are so epic, you expect the credits to roll only to get seamlessly loaded onto yet another frantic, jawdropping level. Halo 3...There is no equal. Finish the fight.
  87. Cully
    Sep 29, 2007
    10
    There are way too many jaw-dropping moments to give this game anything less than a 10!
  88. ColinB.
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    The best multiplayer on LIVE and a fun, graphically superior campaign. Forge will keep us playing for years. I spent 2 hours the other day racing 7 other players on 'Sandtrap', without firing a bulet! Immortal.
  89. JoshH.
    Sep 30, 2007
    10
    If you prefer Gears of War over Halo 3, you are either an idiot or a graphics whore. Scratch that. You are an idiot. I wish people who don't actually own a 360 wouldn't go on the internet and spew vomitous from their collective assholes. We all know your parents couldn't "afford" a 360 and you ended up with your PS3 and its "two" somewhat "decent" games or that you spent If you prefer Gears of War over Halo 3, you are either an idiot or a graphics whore. Scratch that. You are an idiot. I wish people who don't actually own a 360 wouldn't go on the internet and spew vomitous from their collective assholes. We all know your parents couldn't "afford" a 360 and you ended up with your PS3 and its "two" somewhat "decent" games or that you spent $2000 on a computer rig and couldn't stand the fact that Halo 3 won't be on the PC for another 3 years or so. But that doesn't mean you have to degrade what is arguably a great series. Halo has pushed the FPS genre in places that it would have NEVER gone unless Bungie weren't behind the development of it. Vehicle hi-jack, great graphics, some of the best music ever heard in an FPS, MGS-like cinematics, fantastic storyline, funny and interesting characters.. I could go on and on about what Halo has done for FPSes, but people are too busy trashing it because it's exclusive to Microsoft's Xbox. Go kill yourselves and rid us of your misinformed opinions, you worthless fuckwhits. No one wants to hear your "my daddy wouldn't let me get a Xbox, hurrrr" or "I spent $2000 on a computer rig only to find out that Vista makes it run like crap." pffft. Morons.… Expand
  90. TimS.
    Sep 30, 2007
    8
    It's a decent game. Not more, not less. Just a decent game. Every part is decent and it offers some nice moments in the campaing. Too short as most new xbox360 games. It's a good game, but offers no memorable events or elements. If you liked the previous ones you'll like this, but if you didn't, steer clear of this one too. Oh... and please don't compare Halo3 It's a decent game. Not more, not less. Just a decent game. Every part is decent and it offers some nice moments in the campaing. Too short as most new xbox360 games. It's a good game, but offers no memorable events or elements. If you liked the previous ones you'll like this, but if you didn't, steer clear of this one too. Oh... and please don't compare Halo3 with GoW as GoW is indeed a third person shooter... mostly, not FPS. No matter what anyone says, it's in the point of view, not in the action style. Get your facts right before you judge.… Expand
  91. JeddG.
    Sep 30, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 is a multiplayer game. While I was interested in the story's conclusion from beginning to end, it was mostly predictable and the campaign felt cut short. Some of the feel of Halo 1 was brought back, which is very high praise coming from a huge fan of the original. The multiplayer is essentially the same as Halo 2 with improved graphics, more balanced and upgraded weapons, and Halo 3 is a multiplayer game. While I was interested in the story's conclusion from beginning to end, it was mostly predictable and the campaign felt cut short. Some of the feel of Halo 1 was brought back, which is very high praise coming from a huge fan of the original. The multiplayer is essentially the same as Halo 2 with improved graphics, more balanced and upgraded weapons, and a few new toys to play with. That's both good and bad since the original games worked very well, and changing the system could be very detrimental. If you liked playing online in Halo 2, the series' 3rd installment is a good buy.… Expand
  92. RavenX301
    Sep 30, 2007
    9
    I dont understand all these dumb a$$'s saying how terrible it is. It is clear that they are ethier PS 3 Fanboys or just morons. this is an amazing game. The campian is extremly fun, althought really, really short, and the miultiplayer is a the best in any FPS game. What else is there? Of course not every one is needed to like Halo, I understand that, but why go on these borads and I dont understand all these dumb a$$'s saying how terrible it is. It is clear that they are ethier PS 3 Fanboys or just morons. this is an amazing game. The campian is extremly fun, althought really, really short, and the miultiplayer is a the best in any FPS game. What else is there? Of course not every one is needed to like Halo, I understand that, but why go on these borads and bad mouth it for no reason. clearly you hav;nt an idea what your talking about. Is this game better the Halo 1? Yes...a million times better, but is the experince better than halo 1? No.....there is no way that a thrid installation of any kind of game that features the same style of play is going to out do its own first imperrsion. If this came out at the same time Halo 1 came out (some how) everyone wold think that this one would be amazing and the fisrt one is nothing. Its all becasue poeple seem to expect impossible things from sequels.....If Bungie went off and put in all this cray stuff like covering systems and RPG elements, then it wouldnt be Halo and everyone would complain about that! get over it you PS fan boys.......Expect the fact that this generation is 360's and not the Playstation..I do own one by the way.… Expand
  93. CallumM.
    Sep 30, 2007
    10
    You can tell who the PS3 owners on here are. They act as if they bought the game and took it back after two hours because it was so bad. (Im talking about you John W) It's clear you didnt even play it, because your completely wrong in your description. This is the best console game ever made. PS To Daniel, did you even play gears of war? its not a flipping first person shooter u sony fanboy.
  94. AAACE5
    Sep 30, 2007
    9
    I don't get it! Everyone says this game was over hyped... I guess I must have missed that while I was out partying and having a life! Halo 3 wasn't mean't to reinvent the FPS genre. It was meant to finish the story, and give players a good game to add to their collection...THAT'S All! The Halo franchise was getting old, and it was time to make room for it's new I don't get it! Everyone says this game was over hyped... I guess I must have missed that while I was out partying and having a life! Halo 3 wasn't mean't to reinvent the FPS genre. It was meant to finish the story, and give players a good game to add to their collection...THAT'S All! The Halo franchise was getting old, and it was time to make room for it's new successors(Gears of War, Mass Effect, Bioshock, etc.) who will be MS new flagship franchises. The game is acceptable as is. and provides exactly what it is suppose to provide...FUN! They didn't make Halo 3 for you to run to the sony fanboys yelling my game is better than yours. They wanted to finish the Halo story in the best way possible, by not drastically changing the formula that made the franchise popular in the first place. MS and Bungie didn't hype this game up... The media hyped it up! Which is why I am not disappointed in H3, because I didn't think it was going to be the end all for FPS... I just thought it was going to finish the story. And that it did! The only thing I wish they would have had a setup like R6: Vegas for multiplayer. So I could choose which game I wanted to go into. But the match maker works cause I haven't played one match yet and have to worry about the game locking up. So it's cool!… Expand
  95. jimbo
    Sep 30, 2007
    10
    This is the best game I've ever played. Great graffics, great online play, great levels but their biggest fallback is the campain which is a little short but everything else makes up for it. The customisation suprised me in a good way. Changing youre spartan or elite is excellent espessially when you change it to Ninja Gaiden. I would rate this higher but you cant go higher than 10.
  96. RileyS.
    Sep 30, 2007
    8
    There is tons of new stuff in Halo 3. Nothing truly revolutionary, but the only thing they could of done is made story better. Which they didn't. For those who thought they would get a rethought of halo just don't undertstand how the market works. The graphics are good (if you have an HDTV). Halo3 is what is expected of a Halo sequel. A more refined game with more options. There is tons of new stuff in Halo 3. Nothing truly revolutionary, but the only thing they could of done is made story better. Which they didn't. For those who thought they would get a rethought of halo just don't undertstand how the market works. The graphics are good (if you have an HDTV). Halo3 is what is expected of a Halo sequel. A more refined game with more options. Although I found parts of the game underwhelming, such as campaign and human character models.… Expand
  97. PraveenT.
    Jan 1, 2008
    9
    Fantastic graphics, nice story line, difficulty is good, u do get stuck in some spots but that is what gaming is all about, perfect for guys like me.
  98. MarkP.
    Nov 16, 2008
    10
    I would say that this is a great game. the story is ok but the fun you can have with 4 friends is amazing. the mactchmaking i'snt amazing but stuff like grifball will keep people coming back but the true great part of halo 3 is forge and custom games. The maps that are made are the best i have ever seen in a game. games like infection are just outstanding. Bungie want to make the I would say that this is a great game. the story is ok but the fun you can have with 4 friends is amazing. the mactchmaking i'snt amazing but stuff like grifball will keep people coming back but the true great part of halo 3 is forge and custom games. The maps that are made are the best i have ever seen in a game. games like infection are just outstanding. Bungie want to make the game as fun as they can so they even more stuff.Last but not least theatre mode is great all the scrrenshots people make are funny as hell.THIS GAME WILL BE AROUND FOR A LONG TIME.… Expand
  99. HaleA.
    Jan 1, 2008
    10
    The hype probably harmed Halo 3 more than anything else: it raised the expectations of some people far too high. But take away the fact that it was probably a tad overhyped, the fact that everyone said that it was the best thing since sliced bread, and what's left is a very polished shooter with a lot of replayability and a package more than worth it's asking price. The campaign The hype probably harmed Halo 3 more than anything else: it raised the expectations of some people far too high. But take away the fact that it was probably a tad overhyped, the fact that everyone said that it was the best thing since sliced bread, and what's left is a very polished shooter with a lot of replayability and a package more than worth it's asking price. The campaign is short, but sweet. If it still seems far too brief, there are still many things to do within the realm of single player: you can finish it on it's hardest difficulty (though uncreative) you can run around collecting "skulls" (objects that alter the gameplay, sometimes drastically) and scoring points in the Metascore system. The storyline is fantastic: it's well written and does not lack depth. The concept of aliens vs humans and 8-foot tall supersoldiers may be overdone, but the depth comes from the small bits of clues, hints and stories which may not be noticed the first time playing. The best way to experience the storyline's depth is, of course, to play the first two games, read up, and look for the in-game Terminals (yet another thing you can do alone). The gameplay is unmistakably Halo; very smooth, very fluid. Some may argue that it is too similar to the first two games, but they all have the name "Halo" in it; it would be surprising to see anything that severely changes the game style. The logic is simple, if you want more Halo, buy Halo 3. Aren't all shooters about, well, shooting things? It's online integration is second to none: you can play the campaign co-op online with three friends. It's more fun than it sounds. The multiplayer mode is far improved. I would say some of the maps need work but it grows on you. With new weapons and changes, it's easier for the layman to pick up the game and play, yet not taking away form the skill factor (less aim magnetism). The weapons are fun, and the vehicles have the normal, unique feel to them. The Theatre even allows you to watch yourself annihilate your friends over and over again. From 360 different angles. And then there's Forge. A map editor in a console game, enough said. With excellent downloadable content on it's way, why NOT buy Halo 3? A lot of people say that the multiplayer is the worst of the series. Yet there are more people playing Halo 3 online than at Halo 2's peak (taking into account the larger amount of Live users). Numbers don't lie. In my opinion, the internet brings out the worst in some: COD 4 and others hardly add anything new to the genre. But this is Halo 3; nothing new, still the same old Halo that millions of fans adore, but incredibly polished to a shiny glow, with very few real flaws. And with loads of nifty new features.… Expand
  100. EthanCook
    Jan 2, 2008
    10
    STOP IT PEOPLE!!!!!!

    i am tired of people online complaining about halo 3.. look its easily the best Halo game.. it takes everything that was good about 1,2 and ran away with it.. The Multiplayer is better then ever.. and the game is only going to get better with more maps going to be playble via Xbox Live Marketplace.. Soon they will be free! Halo is one of the greatest series, and    STOP IT PEOPLE!!!!!!

    i am tired of people online complaining about halo 3.. look its easily the best Halo game.. it takes everything that was good about 1,2 and ran away with it.. The Multiplayer is better then ever.. and the game is only going to get better with more maps going to be playble via Xbox Live Marketplace.. Soon they will be free!
    Halo is one of the greatest series, and the third one was my personal favorite, the ending was very nice. The single player was on the shorter end (but the story in each game has never been that long) great graphics, and new Online co-op mode! and the ability to save fotage and edit them, as well as a custom map editior is icing on the cake. My favorite Xbox 360 game of 2007.. be real you should have your own expectations for a game.. and this game suited my expectations.. they did the marketing to sell, to hype you.. i was not fooled.. no game could ever live up to that hype.. It was yet another Bungie Masterpeice Bravo to them.. they are rolling around in money :P
    but i will keep on playing Halo 3!    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#2 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  1. GameSpot
    95
    It's the addition of the Forge level editor and the saved films that give the game an even longer set of legs, legs that will probably keep you running at full speed until Bungie figures out where, exactly, to go from here.
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  2. TeamXbox
    97
    Halo 3 is the best Xbox 360 game to date. The single-player campaign and storyline are both very strong, but it's Forge and the Saved Films features that will likely go down in history as Bungie's crowning achievements. They've basically taken everything great about the series and improved upon it in every way, then added some amazing new features that we'll be using for years to come.
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  3. GamePro
    100
    It's solid gameplay, immense replayability, online functionality and incredible production values will ensure its place in video game history, and it is, without a doubt, a satisfying and fulfilling close to the beloved trilogy[?].
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