Halo 3

 Xbox 360
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5503 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 4,271 out of 5503
  2. Mixed: 542 out of 5503
  3. Negative: 690 out of 5503
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  1. RayD.
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    Well i am half way through the campaign and last night while playing i sat there and thought its good but not that good.... the multiplayer is pretty nice i like the upgrades they did on it compared to halo 2. Its close to the same game with twists that i think were needed esp for online. but good job overall microsoft.
  2. [Anonymous]
    Sep 25, 2007
    9
    Based on the games multiplayer, this game deserves a nine. I don't play it myself because its not my cup of tea, but with the most robust and feature laden online modes I can see why many people do.
  3. EmoryB.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    I've been following this game from the begining. this is a fantastic game. yes, its mainly focused on multiplayer because in the long term that whats going to keep their fan base up. yeah its gonna piss off the people who do it mainly for the story line but it makes it up wth its incredible multiplayer.
  4. ChrisK.
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    The hype hurt the game, that's where it all begins. Reviews hit left and right for games over a 9.4 when it is a truly unique and innovative creation, Halo 3 was neither of these. With some decent graphics, new weapon additions and relatively shallow story line, the game isn't living up to these reviews. Microsoft must be deep in some pockets to get the reviews this game has The hype hurt the game, that's where it all begins. Reviews hit left and right for games over a 9.4 when it is a truly unique and innovative creation, Halo 3 was neither of these. With some decent graphics, new weapon additions and relatively shallow story line, the game isn't living up to these reviews. Microsoft must be deep in some pockets to get the reviews this game has been given. Fanboys rejoice, smart gamers rent.… Expand
  5. TylerG.
    Sep 25, 2007
    4
    Good way to end, but too short.
  6. JaycenA.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Bungie can do no wrong! this game is just too damn awesome! Tha multiplayer is awesome & Bungie incorporated gamers mods from Halo 2 into 3, now that is too cool. Tha sad part is that the trilogy is over :( please please make Halo 4, 5 & 6!!! Halo 3 is tha Greatest Game of all time. Graphics dont quite match up to Gears of War but gameplay beats EVERYTHING!
  7. Thomas
    Sep 25, 2007
    5
    What a disappointment. This game was a dinosaur before it was even released. But i think the bigger disappointment is the sheer lack of credibility so many of these reviews are truly showing by giving it so many perfect scores. this game had me yawning within 10 minutes, and thinking i was still getting over Al Gore losing the election. Any reviewer out there that scored this game a What a disappointment. This game was a dinosaur before it was even released. But i think the bigger disappointment is the sheer lack of credibility so many of these reviews are truly showing by giving it so many perfect scores. this game had me yawning within 10 minutes, and thinking i was still getting over Al Gore losing the election. Any reviewer out there that scored this game a perfect 10 clearly has either fanboy blinders on, or is afraid to bash the most hyped game in history in the face of the advertisers that fund their magazines and websites. the bugginess and outdated graphics and sound effects alone should've dropped it a couple notches... way to have a spine, guys. you should be embarassed for yourselves.… Expand
  8. JoelP.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Great game, near-infinite replayability (that's not actually a word), great multiplayer and campaign, what more can you want from a game ?
  9. JimmyD.
    Sep 26, 2007
    4
    The campaign was a huge disappointment. Graphics were good, although the Admiral was just a huge crap-pile, and the sound was good and the controls were intuitive and easy as always, but the campaign was just not good. never felt like the story and the MCs part in it were as solid as the first two. There were no moments where I was astounded by the epic nature of the fight and the game The campaign was a huge disappointment. Graphics were good, although the Admiral was just a huge crap-pile, and the sound was good and the controls were intuitive and easy as always, but the campaign was just not good. never felt like the story and the MCs part in it were as solid as the first two. There were no moments where I was astounded by the epic nature of the fight and the game was over too soon. The ending was a giant cop out too. Really original guys. Its an underwhelming capstone to what was my favorite console game ever. I will say however that I have not yet played the PvP stuff, so please take that into account. But damn was the single player not good.… Expand
  10. CharlesD.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Great game, best game of all time. Gears of what? cod who?
  11. StuartG.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    I'd give it a 9.6-9.8, but I'm fine with a 10 too. At first, to be honest, I was a little disappointed because it was so much like Halo 2, but after around an hour the differences became perceptible--I think your expectations can get in the way of actually experiencing the game. And the depth of replay offered, the whole film experience--I have to say, it isn't Halo: CE I'd give it a 9.6-9.8, but I'm fine with a 10 too. At first, to be honest, I was a little disappointed because it was so much like Halo 2, but after around an hour the differences became perceptible--I think your expectations can get in the way of actually experiencing the game. And the depth of replay offered, the whole film experience--I have to say, it isn't Halo: CE (magic beyond most games in the same way Starcraft, or Civilization is), but it doesn't try to be. It offers an experience unlike any video game ever made, and I think as time goes on this will become universally accepted, whether it is commonly perceived now or not. Short version: wow, just wow.… Expand
  12. TomN.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Lives up to the hype and goes beyond it as well; who was expecting the brilliance that is Forge? Also while the graphics may not be quite as good as Gears Of War's, anyone who was disappointed by them is a very cynical person indeed, it's considerably more beautiful than a heck of alot of other next-gen games. Compare it to Red Steel, go on.
  13. KevinC.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Perfection for the console FPS, shines brilliantly in multiplayer.
  14. NathanC.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Everything I expected, and maybe a little bit more. The campaign comes to a satisfying(albeit somewhat predictable) close, and the multiplayer cranks it up another notch. It's certainly enough to warrant the amount of hype. It may not be revolutionary, but it's sure as hell fun.
  15. 360Fan
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Best coop ever.
  16. EdwardH.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    First, to all those who said that this game was too short, trying playing it on normal, heroic, or legendary, and then tell me it was too short. Also wtf do you do with your time man the game was released yesterday and you beat it already? Umm get a life , get a girlfriend, and put the game down for a sec. Not to mention that it has an awesome multiplayer system for up to 16 players...so First, to all those who said that this game was too short, trying playing it on normal, heroic, or legendary, and then tell me it was too short. Also wtf do you do with your time man the game was released yesterday and you beat it already? Umm get a life , get a girlfriend, and put the game down for a sec. Not to mention that it has an awesome multiplayer system for up to 16 players...so try that on for size. Also a few comments about the graphics, are you guys blind, "It looks like Halo2" was one comment..."what?!" Firstly no way, and second just no way. The game is amazing, the story is an intensive conclusion to an amazing trilogy, and quite frankly we need to take that part in mind. If you want a better more advanced Halo3 experience try playing the game on heroic or legendary and see what happens when the AI starts calling for reinforcements and backup, and starts making better use of it's tools and weapons. So 10 is my vote I have been a Halo fan since before I had an xbox, and I still think it is the best story based FPS and online multiplayer FPS to date. Sony may be able to beat the graphics, but getting that many fans interested 3 times will be harder I think. To all those who got Halo 3 and love it, keep lovin' it guys, ms will keep pushing for more games like this.… Expand
  17. JohnY.
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    Rehashed backtracking/linear single player levels, average graphics and a killer multiplayer game add up to a definite purchase for Halo fans.
  18. TonyP
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Amazing graphics, great story, insane amounts of multilayer modes! So much to do and not enough time!
  19. TomC.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Great graphics, story and intense FPS, with more enemies to kill at any time on an halo game
  20. RazaB.
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    The game must be rated based on how it compares with other 2007 games, not how it compares with Halo 2. Based on its competition, it is good but short of top-of-the-line in nearly all categories.
  21. Barry
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    Graphics - 8 Gameplay - 10 Value - 9 Overall - 9 It's a great game, no doubt about that. The in game graphics look really awesome and colourful, but the fmv leads alot to be desired. The jumping system is alot of fun, and it is nice to be able to jump in a game and pull off accurate shots while airbourne. I just have this little thing at the back of my head saying that something is Graphics - 8 Gameplay - 10 Value - 9 Overall - 9 It's a great game, no doubt about that. The in game graphics look really awesome and colourful, but the fmv leads alot to be desired. The jumping system is alot of fun, and it is nice to be able to jump in a game and pull off accurate shots while airbourne. I just have this little thing at the back of my head saying that something is missing from this game..and that seems to be the end result in great expectations. Ok, so i have only played the first one and never Halo 2 before, so i may not understand the story very well but so far after reaching the third level, single player seems to be a bit flat. But there's more where it all came from i guess..but i think i'm sensible enough to make a good judgement of what i have played so far. Overall, extremelly overhyped by the media and some fanboys (as they do) but it's a decent FPS that deserves a decent scoreline. There is nothing wrong with it at all, the only things that really stopped me from giving it a 10 was the fmv and it failing to live up to my expectations..and also the Sun/NOTW calling it the game of the decade when that is just uter rubbish, but it doesn't surprise me with a tabloid that talks a load of crap! Halo 3 is a very good game. I recommend it!… Expand
  22. Razgriz13
    Sep 26, 2007
    1
    I have never really been a Halo fan but I found myself more disapointed with Halo 3 than Halo 2. It was too short, the storyline is not engaging, the graphics remind me of Halo 2, The levels were repetitive and environments all looked the same, it has cheesy characters and a cheesy storyline. Multiplayer is fun. But there is no way I am going to pay to play over Xbox Live.
  23. ThomasG.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Fantastic game and it lives up to the hype.
  24. BrandonH.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    To be absolutely honest, I give this game a 10. I have been a Halo fan through out the years and this one is my favorite. The campaign is a little short, however it is highly engaging, and truly a unique shooter experience. At first I thought the ending was extremely dissapointing and anticlimatic, however if you wait through the credits, you will indeed see the answers to your questions. To be absolutely honest, I give this game a 10. I have been a Halo fan through out the years and this one is my favorite. The campaign is a little short, however it is highly engaging, and truly a unique shooter experience. At first I thought the ending was extremely dissapointing and anticlimatic, however if you wait through the credits, you will indeed see the answers to your questions. So dont panic initially after beating it. By the way the multiplayer is the best hands-down. Combine all this with new weapons, vehicles, and The Forge and Film options, this game is freaking great!… Expand
  25. DanielD.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Sublime. Would pay £80 just for the multiplayer.
  26. MattE.
    Sep 26, 2007
    5
    This game is not that good. The guns are skeet and it doesn't really look that good compared to other 360 titles. I am really disappointed.
  27. SeanM.
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    If you go into this game expecting the second coming or something completely new and different than the previous Halo's, maybe you won't be that impressed. To put it bluntly, this game is Halo 2 with a new coat of paint and a whole bunch of new features. However, if you go in and take the game for what it is, I guarantee you'll be extremely impressed. It's a very solid If you go into this game expecting the second coming or something completely new and different than the previous Halo's, maybe you won't be that impressed. To put it bluntly, this game is Halo 2 with a new coat of paint and a whole bunch of new features. However, if you go in and take the game for what it is, I guarantee you'll be extremely impressed. It's a very solid shooter with some great graphics, finely tuned gameplay, a good story that actually ends (or does it?), awesome multiplayer, and a whole list of features that should keep you coming back for more again and again. I gave this a 9 not because it was the most innovative game ever, but because it accomplishes perfectly everything it sets out to do.… Expand
  28. AllenA.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Yes it does live up to the hype, so what if the campaign is short, you still get that steller experience, ai is ten times smarter than in the previous halo, the only problem that i had with the game is that the graphics could have been a tad bit better, but still a great game. Multiplayer has some cool new levels to experience, and they are really big levels. The music is amazing, nothing Yes it does live up to the hype, so what if the campaign is short, you still get that steller experience, ai is ten times smarter than in the previous halo, the only problem that i had with the game is that the graphics could have been a tad bit better, but still a great game. Multiplayer has some cool new levels to experience, and they are really big levels. The music is amazing, nothing better to hear bum bum bum bummm while blazing your gun into battle. Great game.… Expand
  29. Ben
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    Hype aside, it's good but not great, solid but unspectacular. Sound design is amazing, levels are good, control is OK, AI is pretty horrible, and the story isn't done nearly as well as 1 or 2. The attention to hardcore fans with Forge and Theater is welcome, but it feels like this came at the expense of the actual game. Fans will be pleased, but 2 was better, and it compares Hype aside, it's good but not great, solid but unspectacular. Sound design is amazing, levels are good, control is OK, AI is pretty horrible, and the story isn't done nearly as well as 1 or 2. The attention to hardcore fans with Forge and Theater is welcome, but it feels like this came at the expense of the actual game. Fans will be pleased, but 2 was better, and it compares poorly to recent PC games like Half-Life 2 or Bioshock.… Expand
  30. GuillaumeD.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    This game is simply too good. A must buy for anyone who loves FPS.
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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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