Halo 3

 Xbox 360
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5503 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 690 out of 5503
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  1. AdamC.
    Nov 20, 2007
    10
    Good campaign, with metagame and 4-player online co-op giving it high longevity and replayability. Amazing mulitplayer with extras like the Forge map editor. Insane online stat-tracking. My only concern is the small number of multiplayer maps which will be remedied soon with the first of what will certainly be many map pack releases.
  2. JonathonS.
    Nov 21, 2007
    5
    A run of the mill shooter inferior to just about any full priced FPS that has come out on the PC over the last 3 years. An extremely average game that while not horrible to play offers nothing of interest to anyone but FPS fans with a spare afternoon. The singleplayer is very short (5-6 hours) and the multiplayer lacks cohesion and excitement.
  3. AdamK.
    Oct 12, 2007
    10
    Best campaign ever in a game (i could care less what others think) best ending ever in a game trilogy, even though its obviously not over and of course the worlds #1 MP. best game ever created.
  4. L.D.
    Oct 12, 2007
    9
    The best multiplayer game you'll ever play, but the campaign is a little short and unintersting... liked to see more out of the ending. Great game
  5. ChrisS
    Nov 23, 2007
    2
    Boris nailed it. Not bad just boring. No great inovation here just a rehash of H2. I hate the mucky feeling of moving around. It feels like you are moving in slow motion. I was really disapointed in the single player. It felt like the ending was really rushed and looked like crap. Online play is ok at best but typically it is ruined by 6 year olds screeching or loosers in their mom'sBoris nailed it. Not bad just boring. No great inovation here just a rehash of H2. I hate the mucky feeling of moving around. It feels like you are moving in slow motion. I was really disapointed in the single player. It felt like the ending was really rushed and looked like crap. Online play is ok at best but typically it is ruined by 6 year olds screeching or loosers in their mom's basement touting their "superior" skills. (Always makes me laugh). If you aren't a Halo zombie avoid at all costs.… Expand
  6. GAZK
    Nov 24, 2007
    9
    The gameplay is totally subperb, the enemy and ally AI is great,except for the driving of your squadmates. The storyline is good for the first half. The Multiplayer is great and playing in co-op campaign is so fun. The physics, the abilty to destroy phantoms,scarbs is good too. The ability of the flood to revive the dead is also a good new feature. Also the scale of the battles makes you The gameplay is totally subperb, the enemy and ally AI is great,except for the driving of your squadmates. The storyline is good for the first half. The Multiplayer is great and playing in co-op campaign is so fun. The physics, the abilty to destroy phantoms,scarbs is good too. The ability of the flood to revive the dead is also a good new feature. Also the scale of the battles makes you really feel like your there fighting. I just wish that there was a space battle mission where you get to fly longswords/pelicans as you try to take down a covenant capital ship. The graphics are also great and it is good to see in the distance a battle going on. I would have gave this game a 10/10 except the medicore stortline lost me and the ability not to play as the arbiter was also a bummer. It is simply the best FPS I have ever played.… Expand
  7. BenT.
    Nov 26, 2007
    8
    The online multi-player is highly addictive and is very fun, though the 4-player online co-op doesn't work as well as you may want it to. Forge is a neat idea, but won't hold your interest for very long, but the saved films feature is very good. But, the campaign mode is very disappointing, and leaves you hanging at the end.
  8. PMAC
    Nov 28, 2007
    6
    I saved up for months to buy XBOX 360 for one reason--Halo 3, and boy am I disappointed. The game is just extremely boring. It's seems it was just thrown together to make money. There was really no new characters or weapons, just modified old stuff. If you love Halo like me, then of course you have to beat it, but don't expect much. P.S. What happened to the Halo 1 pistol?? Best part!!
  9. BradG.
    Oct 13, 2007
    8
    Really fun, I rarely enjoy console games. The multiplayer is about as much fun as I'm going to have with a gamepad/controller. Still, in terms of single player gameplay, it really isn't a glorious achievement in the FPS world. Solid, shiny, pretty, fun, but not really deserving of the massive hype machine that seems to have driven the series since the first title started to take off.
  10. J.R.
    Oct 13, 2007
    5
    I had this game for a week. My time playing it went like this, Before multi player i did campaign to get some practice. The AI is good, but the story is not. Following the mistake made in Halo 2's story mode, i was hoping for a BIG improvement. I didn't get it. The story lacked any excitement or drama that Halo 1 had. The new vehicles were fun for about 5 minutes, but it really I had this game for a week. My time playing it went like this, Before multi player i did campaign to get some practice. The AI is good, but the story is not. Following the mistake made in Halo 2's story mode, i was hoping for a BIG improvement. I didn't get it. The story lacked any excitement or drama that Halo 1 had. The new vehicles were fun for about 5 minutes, but it really wasn't anything that hadn't been done before. The new weapons also. Story mode finished in under 10 hours. Multi player. Filled with annoying teenagers, kids and some mature people. The word PWN has not been used so much over chat i swear. The multi player was repetitive and bland, doing the exact same as halo 2 multi player. Basically, this is Halo 2 with polished graphics, too much advertisement for such a thing. But i guess it got them money. Graphics - 7/10, Framey and far too shiny. Gameplay - 6/10, I would rate it higher if it hadn't been done before. Story - 4/10, No dramatic changes, nothing very exciting. Poor. Multi player - 8/10, I wont base this on the 5 million people playing the game. Personally, i think its crap.… Expand
  11. ThomasK.
    Nov 30, 2007
    0
    Talk about over-hyped and under-delivered. I am giving it a 0 basically because I bought into all of the hype (my fault really), and expected something much more engaging, immersive, and engrossing than I ended up with. The story is trite. The AI is non-existent. The levels are uninspired. The multiplayer may be its only redeeming quality, but even that is so limiting in terms of Talk about over-hyped and under-delivered. I am giving it a 0 basically because I bought into all of the hype (my fault really), and expected something much more engaging, immersive, and engrossing than I ended up with. The story is trite. The AI is non-existent. The levels are uninspired. The multiplayer may be its only redeeming quality, but even that is so limiting in terms of maps/modes when compared to many PC games. This game is basically being reviewed highly by the major sites due to MS marketing campaign, and I fell for it.… Expand
  12. ToxicNinja
    Oct 14, 2007
    1
    Well the graphics were horrid compared to lets say half-life 2 which was released 3 or so years ago, the single player was so bad that I don't even know why they put it in the game, and the multiplayer was average at best, still not as good as battlefield 2142 or any of the unreal tournaments.
  13. SteveL.
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    I love this game.
  14. FelixJ.
    Oct 17, 2007
    10
    Michael B. has everything right. The Needler and the pistol have become completly pointless. The Needler because of it is weak as hell now and the pistol... well... it was really only good in halo 1 and kinda fun to dual wield in halo 2 but it sucks in halo 3. What I like: melee has gotten stronger, you can just smack the Brutes up if you play on easy. The Gravity Hammer is a great Michael B. has everything right. The Needler and the pistol have become completly pointless. The Needler because of it is weak as hell now and the pistol... well... it was really only good in halo 1 and kinda fun to dual wield in halo 2 but it sucks in halo 3. What I like: melee has gotten stronger, you can just smack the Brutes up if you play on easy. The Gravity Hammer is a great addition to the arsenal. Its AOF ability is just pure genius. Its like: Hey you Master Chief look here, I'm a big fat Brute!!! MC: "STFU!" - And then you just smack him in the face real good and blow up everything standing around too with a single blow. That is "Combat Evolved."… Expand
  15. Adrian
    Oct 17, 2007
    9
    The last 2 levels were a joke and left a bad taste in my mouth. And what's with all of you fanboys creaming y'alls pants over the Legendary ending? If it weren't for the addicting and frenetic gameplay and the deep multiplayer, this would be just another shooter. Either way, this series is WAY overrated.
  16. TobyO.
    Oct 17, 2007
    9
    Not surprised to see all the hate by users. Dissing backtracking? Try Metroid Prime 3! Mad at the short campaign mode? Multiplayer is the main draw here! This is a decent single-player console FPS and one of the best multiplayer experiences in gaming. The feature set in Halo 3 is incredible, the graphics are sublime, and the music is epic.
  17. TomE.
    Oct 17, 2007
    8
    This game has very good game play and thank god the creatures are not easy to kill, it makes the game so much better. this game i think in my opinion is the best one out of the 3 that is why im giving it an 8 What a GREAT game.
  18. asdasfa
    Oct 18, 2007
    10
    Great game and I love how the story ends. The gameplay was so much better then the 2nd one, and I might be flammed for saying this but, I think this one is better then the first.
  19. TomB.
    Oct 18, 2007
    0
    Would not have even qualified as an expansion pack a few years ago. Beat it in an a day. Game "critics" once again prove to be nothing more than glorified advertisers; no wonder Ebert proclaims that games are not an art form. I am usually quite open to other's opinions, but there is simply no credible argument one can make in favor of this product. Maybe it would deserve a better Would not have even qualified as an expansion pack a few years ago. Beat it in an a day. Game "critics" once again prove to be nothing more than glorified advertisers; no wonder Ebert proclaims that games are not an art form. I am usually quite open to other's opinions, but there is simply no credible argument one can make in favor of this product. Maybe it would deserve a better score if it was sold for $25 on live, but with millions of dollars Bungie should have done more than add two new weapons and a few items. Then again, maybe they deserve some credit for their stellar advertising capmaign. Or maybe gamers are just stupid.… Expand
  20. drwormU
    Nov 9, 2007
    2
    Im so tired of this crap. It makes me sad that a game that could have had a legendary life span dropped to this level of quality. I am dissapointed in bungie. Its average AT BEST and campain sucks (DO NOT SAY IT IS Only for multiplayer because THE MULTIPLAYER IS BAD. there are maybe 3 good maps that could have been added to halo 2 for 7 bucks. IM gonna return this trash before i throw up
  21. EvanB.
    Oct 21, 2007
    5
    I've played all 3 and this last one is the biggest letdown. Backtracking through levels, a couple of new guns and items, the last level which has no creativity. All this money spent on this and this is what we get as gamers. The Halo developers should have studied the Half-Life 2 franchise to see how a game is suppose to be.
  22. bryanbriceno
    Dec 10, 2007
    10
    FUCK BIOSHOCK SHITTY ASS GAME I KNOW HALO 3 SOLD MORE THAN ALL ORANGE BOX IS GAY TOO BUT I LIKE CALL OF DUTY 4 ITS COOL.BUT STILL FUCK BIOSHOCK COCK SUCKIN GAME HORRIBLE GRAPHICS LOOKS LIKE WERE PLAYING IN A SEWER DUMP...AND ORANGE BOX WTF ARE WE PLAYIN IN A TV BOX OR SOMESHIT OR A REFRIGERATOR BOX FROM SEARS...OR A FUCKEN SCION CAR.
  23. CodyMueller
    Dec 13, 2007
    1
    I was one of those people who were hyped up about getting this game until i got it and besides a couple new weapons and maps i thought i was playing Halo 2 if you like halo you might as well save your money and get COD4 or another game not basically another copy of a game you already have.
  24. RickB
    Oct 22, 2007
    0
    halo 3 proves that you can sell anything if you put the right amount of hype into it the action sucks the ads on top of ads and what they promised it never provided anything like it they failed at a game that could have been good the game feels more like a crapy update than anything else
  25. Michael
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    The Marine AI can be pretty stupid, but the rest is still as much as I hoped for.
  26. StevenP.
    Dec 20, 2007
    0
    I know it's a bit harsh to rate this game a 0, but to be honest, i got nothing out of it, it's just the same old stuff re-done with new "flashy" graphics... Some say the multiplayer is the saviour of this game, personally i do find it fun, but it gets really boring very quickly. There is no redeeming qualities for this game, same old stuff over and over, it's just not good enough.
  27. S.K.
    Dec 25, 2007
    6
    Can you say "overhyped"? There is exactly one reason to play this game: because everyone else is. Having destroyed Halo 2's Xbox Live audience, there's only one place to go. That's unfortunate, given that both 1 and 2 were huge leaps from what came before. But 3? Bah, it's just rehashed 2, except with even more glitches. I thought superjumping was bad. It was, until I Can you say "overhyped"? There is exactly one reason to play this game: because everyone else is. Having destroyed Halo 2's Xbox Live audience, there's only one place to go. That's unfortunate, given that both 1 and 2 were huge leaps from what came before. But 3? Bah, it's just rehashed 2, except with even more glitches. I thought superjumping was bad. It was, until I got sniped in the face and... nothing happened. The blood came out, that's how I know, because apparently making it look pretty is a higher priority than making it work. Ask any Halo 2 and 3 player - sure, you got angry at 2 sometimes, but deep down knew you were just mad because you were losing. Not so with #3. A lot of what people complain about it is (surprisingly or not) legitimately the game's fault. The game isn't bad, per se, but for such a big-name game with such a huge budget, you think they could have gotten it together. I guess I was wrong. Go play Call of Duty 4.… Expand
  28. RayM.
    Dec 27, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 is a sequel. If you were expecting a completely new game then you are lacking in intelligence. Halo 3 does exactly what you expect from a sequel, it improves upon the formula and adds new stuff. What makes Halo 3 so good is it's action. No other shooting game does it better in my opinion and I've been playing them for years. Bioshock, The Orange Box and COD4 are all Halo 3 is a sequel. If you were expecting a completely new game then you are lacking in intelligence. Halo 3 does exactly what you expect from a sequel, it improves upon the formula and adds new stuff. What makes Halo 3 so good is it's action. No other shooting game does it better in my opinion and I've been playing them for years. Bioshock, The Orange Box and COD4 are all excellent games for different reasons but Halo 3 just nails the formula of guns, grenades and melee. The gameplay is action packed and the online play will get your adrenaline pumping like you wouldn't believe. There's nothing like scoring a triple kill and then getting all tense and excited as you desperately try to find that overkill in time, or making a comeback from 20 points behind to take the game by one point. The multiplayer is absolutely phenomenal, it is super exciting and at times even hilarious. However, It can be very frustrating and, at times, very unforgiving but that is no fault of the game, though it is easier to blame it. The campaign is Halo 3's weakest link, it is great and is fantastic in 4 player online co op (if you've got a good internet connection) but it is graphically disappointing. The cutscenes are quite ugly and the second to last level is just awful. The game keeps a solid framerate throughout though, so it is to be commended for that. The story is terrific and the game does a good job of finishing the trilogy, whilst leaving the door open for possible expansion. Also, the music and sound effects are outstanding, the attention to detail is astonishing. The two newest additions are the Forge and Theatre modes and I could go on for hours about how ridiculously awesome they are, they do an absolutely fantastic job of adding more value to this incredible package and make for a refreshing break from all the action. All in all, if you are looking for a social gaming experience, you cannot go wrong with Halo 3 as everything about it has more than one person in mind, if you are looking for an incredible, competetitive online mode then no other game does it better, but if you are looking for a deep and involving single player experience then you would be better off with something like BioShock. Summary: Gameplay: 10 Graphics: 8 Sound: 10 Value: 10 (If you have an Xbox Live Gold Account).… Expand
  29. HarrisonK.
    Oct 23, 2007
    10
    This game is solid. Improved on all aspects that were not fully realized in Halo 2. Audio is the probably the best I've ever heard in a game though it takes a true 5.1 system to fully appreciate. The online multiplayer is just as addicting as Halo 2 without the abundance of hacking/cheating due to a more calm and calculated production schedule. Also while playing Halo 2 online there This game is solid. Improved on all aspects that were not fully realized in Halo 2. Audio is the probably the best I've ever heard in a game though it takes a true 5.1 system to fully appreciate. The online multiplayer is just as addicting as Halo 2 without the abundance of hacking/cheating due to a more calm and calculated production schedule. Also while playing Halo 2 online there was a large amount of anger in most games regardless of winning/losing. In Halo 3 the feeling of fun overwhelms anything else. MLG players can go die in a fire and gaming elitists can go play WoW. This is a game for people that want to play a game for the experience of it. This is the popcorn action flick that knows what it is and fires on all cylinders.… Expand
  30. jamesbuffery
    Oct 25, 2007
    9
    i dont gent what most of the rest of you are saying about halo 3 giving it 1s and 2s. i mean it may not be perfect but no game is. there hasnt been that many changes to the game but i dont blame bungie at all for this they have created the best selling game and i would to change little to what halo 3 produced. and in the end thats what most people (including myself) play the game for. ai dont gent what most of the rest of you are saying about halo 3 giving it 1s and 2s. i mean it may not be perfect but no game is. there hasnt been that many changes to the game but i dont blame bungie at all for this they have created the best selling game and i would to change little to what halo 3 produced. and in the end thats what most people (including myself) play the game for. a high adreneline action pack alien killing slaughter fest and i and probably many others dont want this to change so please... give it a chance?… Expand
  31. AlexZ.
    Oct 25, 2007
    10
    All you haters need to hush up. Halo 3 is an awesome game in all respects. Its graphics are stupendous and the gameplay feels much more balanced this time around. With the inclusion of equipment it feels like i have more options and i can play how i really wanted to all along. i love the levels because of the throwbacks. its awesome to see parts of halo 1 and 2 to remind us of how far All you haters need to hush up. Halo 3 is an awesome game in all respects. Its graphics are stupendous and the gameplay feels much more balanced this time around. With the inclusion of equipment it feels like i have more options and i can play how i really wanted to all along. i love the levels because of the throwbacks. its awesome to see parts of halo 1 and 2 to remind us of how far we've come. all in all this game rocks my world… Expand
  32. NathanT.
    Oct 27, 2007
    4
    Bottom line: just another Halo with a way-too-short singleplayer campaign, mediocre graphics AT BEST (compared to Gears of War and BioShock), and multiplayer that doesn't even compete with the most standard multiplayer PC games of today (Battlefield 2, Counter-Strike, Unreal, Quake, Team Fortress... even Half-Life 2 Deathmatch/CTF). Halo is seriously becoming the Mc Donald's of Bottom line: just another Halo with a way-too-short singleplayer campaign, mediocre graphics AT BEST (compared to Gears of War and BioShock), and multiplayer that doesn't even compete with the most standard multiplayer PC games of today (Battlefield 2, Counter-Strike, Unreal, Quake, Team Fortress... even Half-Life 2 Deathmatch/CTF). Halo is seriously becoming the Mc Donald's of video-games.… Expand
  33. JohnL.
    Dec 8, 2007
    7
    A perfectly good, if not exceptionally groundbreaking, game. Few of the stunning moments and wow factor that Halo 2 had, but a far more consistently fun title all around. The character animation is not aging well, and the graphics are hit and miss. If doing nothing wrong rates a 10, then this game is a solid ten. However, I'd prefer to be moved, or excited, or enthralled, or... well, A perfectly good, if not exceptionally groundbreaking, game. Few of the stunning moments and wow factor that Halo 2 had, but a far more consistently fun title all around. The character animation is not aging well, and the graphics are hit and miss. If doing nothing wrong rates a 10, then this game is a solid ten. However, I'd prefer to be moved, or excited, or enthralled, or... well, anything at all. Instead I feel like I'm just playing more Halo. Which is, of course, never a bad thing.… Expand
  34. MaxM.
    Oct 29, 2007
    9
    You have to be an idiot to rate this game lower than 8. I know there are alot of anti-halo people out there but, damnit, you have to admit this game is a masterpiece. To be honest, the cinematics were my favorite part of the story. Halo 1 still has the best playable story but H3 has the best cinematics I have ever seen in video games. The multiplayer is great too. Literally, everyone on You have to be an idiot to rate this game lower than 8. I know there are alot of anti-halo people out there but, damnit, you have to admit this game is a masterpiece. To be honest, the cinematics were my favorite part of the story. Halo 1 still has the best playable story but H3 has the best cinematics I have ever seen in video games. The multiplayer is great too. Literally, everyone on my friends list is playing Halo whenever I check so all of you that think Halo sucks, you're outnumbered......by far.… Expand
  35. DakotahLedford
    Sep 23, 2007
    10
    I managed to get a hold of an early copy via some friends and I've gotta say, Bungie lived up to the hype. I was dreading it, I figured they were building it up so much that it couldn't be as good as it looked. Fortunately, I was no disappointed, if you have a Xbox 360, buy this game.
  36. AnonymousMC
    Sep 23, 2007
    9
    I didn't like Halo 1 or 2, but decided to give 3rd part a chance, and what a ride it was. Gameplay is pure genius, AI is awesome and levels are entertaining. Gfx isn't bioshock-like but it holds to it's own (HDR and water effects are really nice). I didn't try multiplayer yet, but this game is worth buying for single player mode alone.
  37. CheyenneDeLoach
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    Gamer 2.0 makes the most rediculous statements ever. They gave audio an 8! That's insane, even the beta had amazing audio, some of the best I've ever heard. Not that I need to say this, but buy this game. Its not an 88 like these "respectable" sites such as gamer 2.0 and dailygame say. Honestly I've never even heard of them before this mockery.
  38. AlexTing
    Sep 24, 2007
    8
    Halo 3 was a well-thought out game on Bungie's part, they basically took everything great about Halo 1 and 2 (minus the campaigns) and made it slightly better. Nothing about this game really stands out as truly revolutionary, but this will definitely keep gamers busy for awhile. One of the main problems (for people like me) is that this game, like all the other games in the series,Halo 3 was a well-thought out game on Bungie's part, they basically took everything great about Halo 1 and 2 (minus the campaigns) and made it slightly better. Nothing about this game really stands out as truly revolutionary, but this will definitely keep gamers busy for awhile. One of the main problems (for people like me) is that this game, like all the other games in the series, look exactly the same, and in all truth, you are playing the exact same game again only with new weapons, maps etc... If you are a huge huge fan of Halo, which I know there are many here, this is exactly what you've been waiting for, for people hoping for some radical change or something innovative, you should at least give the game a try, it won't blow your brains out but it will keep you busy.… Expand
  39. HaloBoy
    Sep 25, 2007
    1
    Too similar to the other two halo games. Graphics are good, but few new tricks won't save the game. Too much the same. For fans a must choice but for anyone else, try before buying.
  40. JoeK.
    Sep 25, 2007
    1
    The graphics are way to low against many other 360 shooters. The single player story is the shortest in FPS games history. Don't even think comparing with GoW or Bioshock. I don't understand why the game critics rate with 9.x if a game like GoW have 9.4 or Bioshock's 9.6. I think you have to reanilze, give Halo 3 a lower rating or GoW and Bioshock (not to mention other The graphics are way to low against many other 360 shooters. The single player story is the shortest in FPS games history. Don't even think comparing with GoW or Bioshock. I don't understand why the game critics rate with 9.x if a game like GoW have 9.4 or Bioshock's 9.6. I think you have to reanilze, give Halo 3 a lower rating or GoW and Bioshock (not to mention other great games) are above 10! The game should have been named "Halo 2 SIGMA".… Expand
  41. catraven70
    Sep 25, 2007
    8
    Not too much new here! Same game, same enemies. Some of the weapons have changed and the graphics are a little prettier-but not enough to warrant me spending 70$. I like it but don't love-it's not Bioshock!
  42. NathanR.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Honestly, I've only gone through the first couple boards but I have to say holy cow it's awesome. I expected better graphics but, man... it's just incredible. And the game play and creativity that I have experienced has met my expectations. Greatest. Game. Ever.
  43. RayS.
    Sep 25, 2007
    6
    I loved Halo. the storyline and gameplay was awsome. Halo 2 did not quited draw me in like the first one but it was ok. Now I'm half way through Halo 3 and I'm like where is the story. gameplay is ok but dated. It was a marquee game on the xbox platform but 6 years lated it seems tired. I'm one who is sorely disappointed.
  44. BrentC.
    Sep 25, 2007
    5
    I am an AVID Halo fan and was waiting for Halo 3 to come out to buy an Xbox 360. I played it on my friends 360 and I must say, WTF guys. Are people SCARED to give this game a bad review. Its seriously the same game it was since Halo 1. The graphics are shoddy, the gameplay is the same. The single player is still bland and the story is still terrible. The fun in multiplayer is still there, I am an AVID Halo fan and was waiting for Halo 3 to come out to buy an Xbox 360. I played it on my friends 360 and I must say, WTF guys. Are people SCARED to give this game a bad review. Its seriously the same game it was since Halo 1. The graphics are shoddy, the gameplay is the same. The single player is still bland and the story is still terrible. The fun in multiplayer is still there, and I give that a 10 (I logged thousands of games on live with my xbox) but the single player is a big fat 0. Can you say repeated textures? Look, some people may think its wonderful, but how does this game get so many PERFECT scores that point out so many flaws? Think about it.… Expand
  45. ccxapp
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    The plot was not what I expected it to be, but it's great on the graphical and gameplay improvements.
  46. bhop
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    I will be playing this games for years, just like halo 2. Any game that is that amazing with that much replayability gets a 10, period.
  47. TimD.
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    Of course it's great, but it hasn't evolved enough for me. The combat is solid and satisfying but feels no different from the first two. The first game was described as 5 minutes of game play spread over 8 hours, now it's been stretched over 24 hours, and it's getting dulled. It doesn't compare with the likes of Half Life or Biioshock, games which are still more Of course it's great, but it hasn't evolved enough for me. The combat is solid and satisfying but feels no different from the first two. The first game was described as 5 minutes of game play spread over 8 hours, now it's been stretched over 24 hours, and it's getting dulled. It doesn't compare with the likes of Half Life or Biioshock, games which are still more sophisticated in their storytelling, pacing and Graphics.… Expand
  48. NickC.
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    I'm only on the second level and I have to say I'm underwhelmed. Far from looking amazing the graphics just don't impress. The interiors are much worse than the exteriors, the low resolution textures on the doors are particularly bad. The game these areas most remind me of are Fear with added backtracking. On the bright side the AI is still cool - I love it when grunts get I'm only on the second level and I have to say I'm underwhelmed. Far from looking amazing the graphics just don't impress. The interiors are much worse than the exteriors, the low resolution textures on the doors are particularly bad. The game these areas most remind me of are Fear with added backtracking. On the bright side the AI is still cool - I love it when grunts get scared and retreat. The Brute Alien weapons are things similar to nail guns and grenade launchers and are much more satisfying to use than the old Alien weapons (still in the game) which shot glowing stuff (not lasers, light travels at the speed of, well light and you would only see it reflecting off what ever you are shooting.). I've had a quick look at Forge basically you can mess around with game parameters and add objects to the level BFD. I buy a lot of games, and maybe finish half of them, all the extras packed in to this game don't really matter to me, I'm much more interested in the core game. The core game here is solid but and in the upper quartile of games on the system, but not worthy of being a flagship title.… Expand
  49. MatthewS.
    Sep 25, 2007
    9
    It's a very solid game. There aren't many things to complain about. But It doesn't deserve a perfect score. Bioshock is still the best game on the 360. Halo 3 is number 2 in my book.
  50. RobertP.
    Sep 25, 2007
    5
    Mediocre game with recycled concepts and storyline - the hype ruined this game for me long before I played it. Tried to suppress the hype machine (myself being a part of it) ..unfortunately, this is simply another Halo shooter that did not meet expectations.
  51. GarciaJ.
    Sep 25, 2007
    4
    The online gameplay was amazing but lets get serious, the ending was horrible and disappointing I don't understand how its getting awesome ratings. The graphics were awesome at times but other than that the game did not change much. the game captivated me during the first twenty minutes but then it felt to repetitive and then it just dragged. I'm still a little upset with the The online gameplay was amazing but lets get serious, the ending was horrible and disappointing I don't understand how its getting awesome ratings. The graphics were awesome at times but other than that the game did not change much. the game captivated me during the first twenty minutes but then it felt to repetitive and then it just dragged. I'm still a little upset with the ending though. It actually ruined the game for me, Waited so long for that ending just to have it rip out my heart.… Expand
  52. BrettH.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    Would've given it a 9 cuz it deserves it, but since there's a fakeboy two reviews down I figured I'd try to balance things out. Great game overall, very satisfied with my purchase!
  53. AndyK.
    Sep 25, 2007
    7
    There´s no doubt ... HALO 3 is to an extremely high degree OVERRATED by the most Critics, even by the two lowest with the rating of 88 ! The MP is still very good but the very short SP (8-10 hrs.) is really disappointing. My ratings SP=60 / MP=85 / Overall = 72
  54. JasonE.
    Sep 25, 2007
    8
    Graphics could be better. Single player gets a little repetitive. If you're gonna get this, get it only for the multiplayer.
  55. BryanS.
    Sep 25, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 is my favorite game on the XBOX 360. Better than Gears of War. Better than BioShock. The campaign is a welcome return to form, and while the story doesn't come close to capturing the spirit of the first installment, it is equally as fun and a very satisfying conclusion to the remarkable trilogy. For this genre, Halo 3 bosts the best gameplay on the market and, of course, the Halo 3 is my favorite game on the XBOX 360. Better than Gears of War. Better than BioShock. The campaign is a welcome return to form, and while the story doesn't come close to capturing the spirit of the first installment, it is equally as fun and a very satisfying conclusion to the remarkable trilogy. For this genre, Halo 3 bosts the best gameplay on the market and, of course, the multiplayer will be played for years. Literally.… Expand
  56. LoayN.
    Sep 26, 2007
    5
    Really primitive graphics ! Very short and yes, it felt like I'm playing an XBox game not XBox 360 :( A bit disappointed, but I'm happy to play it :)
  57. MarijaunaSmoke
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Why are people giving this game below a 10. Halo 3 deserves a 10 and nothing less. People are actually putting this game down because it has the same gameplay as Halo 1, if it had different gameplay then it wouldn't be Halo. The campaign maybe short, but it's far more superier than Bioshock(one of the most repetitive games to hit the 360). The graphics may not be the best on the Why are people giving this game below a 10. Halo 3 deserves a 10 and nothing less. People are actually putting this game down because it has the same gameplay as Halo 1, if it had different gameplay then it wouldn't be Halo. The campaign maybe short, but it's far more superier than Bioshock(one of the most repetitive games to hit the 360). The graphics may not be the best on the 360, but thier still great. Halo 3 is the best game for the 360 yet.… Expand
  58. Matolamomo
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Awesome game that pulls together all the elements that have made this a great series and perfects them. I wouldn't read too much into 1/10's from people who've probably never owned a 360 let alone played this. The console wars are alive and well sadly.
  59. ShawnH.
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    I think Chad K down there sums it up i would give it a 9 it does lack somethings, but all in all i think the Forge makes this game by far the best game out right now..
  60. Logan
    Sep 26, 2007
    9
    Okay so the game's not perfect. But all you people giving it a 5 or a 6 or even a 1? Why would you expect it to be a completely new experience? Its Halo! Its not trying to be Bioshock, its not trying to be RS Vegas, its trying to be HALO, and it does a wonderful job. All you people giving it bad ratings must have a personal vendetta with this series or something because this game is Okay so the game's not perfect. But all you people giving it a 5 or a 6 or even a 1? Why would you expect it to be a completely new experience? Its Halo! Its not trying to be Bioshock, its not trying to be RS Vegas, its trying to be HALO, and it does a wonderful job. All you people giving it bad ratings must have a personal vendetta with this series or something because this game is by no means terrible. Get over yourselves, guys.… Expand
  61. BenL.
    Sep 26, 2007
    5
    I never had high hopes, but seeing as I played through Halo (Ok) and Halo 2(Slighty Better) I gave it a shot and, like the first two, this is a solid game, dressed up as a brilliant one. Shooting is fair, graphics good and multiplayer excellent, but it never captures the imangiation beyond the flashy story. It's hard to imagine why people go crazy for it.
  62. AlbertoC.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    The game is great as expected for its third run.The campaing is a bit short for my taste but the game really shines in its features and multi-player modes. The meta game is insane with 4 players coop,the forge and record mode are truly innovative and strangely fun.The game willreally live beyond the 360 life cycle.
  63. SamF.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    I was waiting for a reason to buy an XBOX 360 And now there is. I don't understand the people giving this game negative reviews Because this game is awesome. The Graphics are way better than The last 2 games, water effects are ialmost photorealistic as some of the outside areas. explosions looks realistic, it Adds a ton of new features such as Bubble shield , New Weapons and grav I was waiting for a reason to buy an XBOX 360 And now there is. I don't understand the people giving this game negative reviews Because this game is awesome. The Graphics are way better than The last 2 games, water effects are ialmost photorealistic as some of the outside areas. explosions looks realistic, it Adds a ton of new features such as Bubble shield , New Weapons and grav lift. Gameplay and combat is a bit different with many more places to take cover and it makes it more a tactical shooter than previous games. The old weapons even got an upgrade such as the plasma grenades. More destructable Envirements.. what else could someone want? Not sure How Forge system works yet but seems you can really customize everything.. Wow. With all these Improvements its Enough Reason to Finish the Fight.… Expand
  64. OmarS.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Great game worth wait great story and multiplayer and the forge is fun great job bungie.
  65. JasonB.
    Sep 26, 2007
    2
    I was v.disspointed with this game. Graphics are below average, the A.I is boring, enemies just stand still and shoot or stand still and dont shoot. Multiplayer is okay but still eons behind PC FPS online games. Killing in this game is a skilless and bland excercize. Any gamer who has played a lot of fps will see this as very outdated.
  66. GameRate
    Sep 26, 2007
    4
    The changing of the controller layout was a mistake, as well as the anti-gravity thingamajig and bubble shield. Multiplayer isn't nearly as fun either, and the menu layout sucks. Bungie, you've been developing this for around three years, and you let us down like this? The new weapons are not anything to be excited about either, in fact, the Spartan Laser might be a good thing The changing of the controller layout was a mistake, as well as the anti-gravity thingamajig and bubble shield. Multiplayer isn't nearly as fun either, and the menu layout sucks. Bungie, you've been developing this for around three years, and you let us down like this? The new weapons are not anything to be excited about either, in fact, the Spartan Laser might be a good thing for you boom-happy gamers, but for the old tactical gameplay of Halo, it just doesn't fit in. The new Spikers are a healthy addition, as well as the old Battle Rifle. The campaign is weak, as I was expecting something epic in proportions. After all, did anyone see the previews? I had goosebumps. Then I played the game. And the sound file is extremely sensitive. It skips quite often, and one last thing- maps suck. They are really unimaginative and basic, and here's the kicker, for some reason stuff has this new percentage of loading, which takes a long time, or, at least, longer than I'm willing to wait. Sorry, but I'm really disappointed!… Expand
  67. Anonymous
    Sep 26, 2007
    8
    People are giving it a 10, well. i wouldn't give it anywhere near it, or a 0. Halo 3 is massive disappointment in both campaign and multiplayer. Sure forge is good as well as recording, but the game is in fact no different. The graphical improvements aren't even that amazing.

    I'd wait till its 20$ and then go pick it up.
  68. MikeP.
    Sep 26, 2007
    7
    This is it?? this is the best Microsoft & Bungie can put together after 3 years of development? graphics are below par - far worse than most games on 360. not even in the same universe compared to Gears or Bioshock. gameplay is exactly the same as previous Halos - nothing's improved. enemies are stupid as hell. sometimes they just stand there; they can't drive, or get into cars.This is it?? this is the best Microsoft & Bungie can put together after 3 years of development? graphics are below par - far worse than most games on 360. not even in the same universe compared to Gears or Bioshock. gameplay is exactly the same as previous Halos - nothing's improved. enemies are stupid as hell. sometimes they just stand there; they can't drive, or get into cars. sound & story are fine, but nothing to get excited about. and the level editor? what do i care about the level editor?! I don't want a level editor - i want a good game! where is the platform defining Halo 3 we've been waiting for? delayed 2 years after the 360 launch, and this is what we get? what a disappointment.… Expand
  69. KCN.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Halo 3 is a very intense game especially with multi-player wich gives u so many options and requires teamwork.
  70. MikeK
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Beautiful game, but I'm still with Marcus Fenix.
  71. DanielB.
    Sep 26, 2007
    4
    Never played Halo till I bought the third one. Was quite interested in finding out how good this game was due to what a benchmark title Halo was for the original Xbox. I shouldnt have bothered. Last Gen graphics (I Have it playing thru a monitor at 1280 x whatever and its distinctly crap) crap story oh and my favourite repetitive gameplay . What is it that keeps you guys so interested inNever played Halo till I bought the third one. Was quite interested in finding out how good this game was due to what a benchmark title Halo was for the original Xbox. I shouldnt have bothered. Last Gen graphics (I Have it playing thru a monitor at 1280 x whatever and its distinctly crap) crap story oh and my favourite repetitive gameplay . What is it that keeps you guys so interested in this repetitive snore. I realise that it has to resemble its previous titles and maintain a Halo "feel" but I mean..... whats the big deal. Yay Im the Master chief, I kick Ass, Looks like ill shoot someone then, repeat till your eyes bleed (or you are stabbing them out). I never thought I would ever say that killing aliens wasnt fun but in this its a chore to keep myself from ripping the disc out of my beloved 360 and using it as a frisbee. I dont know how you could possibly care about going past ten minutes of this snoreville. I beat the first two stages ( heroic) using the left thumb stick and my fingers pressed pretty much constantly on the triggers. No jumping, no eqiupment no need to think no need to care. Who the hell said this was tactical. You are having a laugh mate. This has all the tactics and appeal of a dead baboon. Oh but wait the multip[layer rules I here you say... excellent so I get to pay more money to play the good bit of Halo 3. I also get to listen to thousands of people that I dont like crap on about how awesome they are, how many kills they got.... blah blah blah. That might be a bit unfair but somehow I could put up with that banter during GOW but i cant in this and it can only come down to gameplay ( at least there was a third button to push in GOW). I dont know what you 10/10 people see in it but at least you like the game and dont feel so bloody ripped off. 3 years for a crap one dimensional shooter. Why didnt Bungie use forge and create decent levels or just.......something then this mediocre game. Halo is a euphemism for boring.… Expand
  72. StevenH.
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Nice to see a game of this magnitude deliver such great Online Multiplayer AND Campaign. Most good games seem to only really hit one or the other...
  73. FnordLord
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Absolutely perfect. Stunning. Flawless from beginning to middle to end. This game the entire reason that I bought an XBOX 360, and now having finished, I don't regret a single cent that I have spent.
  74. JR
    Sep 27, 2007
    4
    More of the same. I'm highly disappointed that the game in general hasn't really evolved. There is definitely a lot to improve upon so why basically no change at all? Look at all of the things Valve is doing with HL2 Episode 2 - they found a bunch of ways to innovate. Look at BioShock with the plasmids and a completely original story. Even a slightly different story the second More of the same. I'm highly disappointed that the game in general hasn't really evolved. There is definitely a lot to improve upon so why basically no change at all? Look at all of the things Valve is doing with HL2 Episode 2 - they found a bunch of ways to innovate. Look at BioShock with the plasmids and a completely original story. Even a slightly different story the second time around would be a huge value add. Anything! Come on!… Expand
  75. JoshB.
    Sep 27, 2007
    5
    Halo 3 is great...if you want Halo 2 in HD!! It's really hard to love a game that seems so similar to it's predecessor. When you have games out on the market like Gears of War Ghost Recon and Rainbow Six Vegas, that all have advanced cover systems, the ability to better fully control your character. That's the way games are advancing, when the only thing you can still do is Halo 3 is great...if you want Halo 2 in HD!! It's really hard to love a game that seems so similar to it's predecessor. When you have games out on the market like Gears of War Ghost Recon and Rainbow Six Vegas, that all have advanced cover systems, the ability to better fully control your character. That's the way games are advancing, when the only thing you can still do is Jump?? I mean how do you compete with a full character control of G.O.W.??… Expand
  76. StrappedMunkey
    Sep 27, 2007
    9
    Great game! Multiplayer is simply amazing. You'll spend hours just going into replay movies to watch your best kills from every angle. It's here when you get to slow the game down that you really see how detailed and brilliant the graphics are. I haven't been into the single player campaign too far yet, but so far it's not blowing my mind....but neither did Halo 2. Great game! Multiplayer is simply amazing. You'll spend hours just going into replay movies to watch your best kills from every angle. It's here when you get to slow the game down that you really see how detailed and brilliant the graphics are. I haven't been into the single player campaign too far yet, but so far it's not blowing my mind....but neither did Halo 2. Basically if you aren't into multiplayer, then why do you even care about this game anyway? If you are, then buy it and enjoy.… Expand
  77. HootchieMomma
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    This is the most complete game I've ever had the privilege of playing. Anyone who says it is just like Halo 2 deserves nothing less than a kick in the nuts. AMAZING beyond my wildest expectations! Graphics ( especially during the replays ) are honest to god, the best I've ever seen. Thank you Bungie for making the Greatest game of all time!
  78. GClassy
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    Yes, many people have ridiculous expectations for this game, but my campaign expectations have been met. The game AI is actually intelligent, the level design is superb, the in-game effects are... breathtaking. Multiplayer is flawless and the mechanics are heavily borrowed from Halo 2. This borrowing is a good thing, not a bad thing. I'm very surprised that anyone who likes FPS games Yes, many people have ridiculous expectations for this game, but my campaign expectations have been met. The game AI is actually intelligent, the level design is superb, the in-game effects are... breathtaking. Multiplayer is flawless and the mechanics are heavily borrowed from Halo 2. This borrowing is a good thing, not a bad thing. I'm very surprised that anyone who likes FPS games (or even those who are meh on them) would give this game less than a 8 or 9.… Expand
  79. JohnC.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    I feel like this game could have had more polish in the graphics department but other than that, this game is sick!!!! It reminded me why i freakin love Halo in the first place. Singleplayer is short but insanely fun and multiplayer has more customization than ever and it helps the gameplay to be varied, chaotic, and insanely fun.
  80. TelyS.
    Sep 27, 2007
    8
    The single player campaign is marred by shabby, last-gen animation, ugly character faces (its no wonder The Chief wears a helmet) and terribly directed cutscenes that do a poor job depicting the complex fiction that fleshes out the game world. What works brilliantly are the amazing set-pieces that are fun to play over and over, and, of course, the insanely deep multiplayer suite that The single player campaign is marred by shabby, last-gen animation, ugly character faces (its no wonder The Chief wears a helmet) and terribly directed cutscenes that do a poor job depicting the complex fiction that fleshes out the game world. What works brilliantly are the amazing set-pieces that are fun to play over and over, and, of course, the insanely deep multiplayer suite that gives console gamers a taste of what PC multiplayer has always been about.… Expand
  81. zoolanderjimmy
    Sep 27, 2007
    8
    Meh...short...same old same old, except now its gettign older....so again i say meh.
  82. JeveS.
    Sep 27, 2007
    7
    A good, fairly bug-free and enjoyable run, but way too short in campaign mode. It was a challenge (and fun) playing with a buddy via co-op, but again, pretty short so be prepared for that. I've hopped in a few online matches, but I can't seem to enjoy the multi like I do on a great twitch HL2 mod like Fortress Forever. Graphics won't completely blow you away (still see A good, fairly bug-free and enjoyable run, but way too short in campaign mode. It was a challenge (and fun) playing with a buddy via co-op, but again, pretty short so be prepared for that. I've hopped in a few online matches, but I can't seem to enjoy the multi like I do on a great twitch HL2 mod like Fortress Forever. Graphics won't completely blow you away (still see "popping " LOD textures and some sub-30 FPS in hectic areas), but they're not as bad as some reviewers would lead you to believe. You can tell multiplayer was the majority of work put into Halo 3 - not story or campaign. It's NOT a 10 or 100, and anyone who says it is has either truly never played a 10 or 10 OR is trying to counter-act all of the 6's out there. If you're a console campaigner / story gamer like me, rent it.… Expand
  83. JasonD.
    Sep 28, 2007
    9
    I can't believe the oversight in many of the negative reviews. Most reviews treat the campaign as the only important part of the game. While it might be the only important element to a subset of the public, the ENTIRE package should be evaluated. And when you do that, you see what makes Halo 2 different from Halo 3. If you fixate on comparing graphics, you will see whatever the hell I can't believe the oversight in many of the negative reviews. Most reviews treat the campaign as the only important part of the game. While it might be the only important element to a subset of the public, the ENTIRE package should be evaluated. And when you do that, you see what makes Halo 2 different from Halo 3. If you fixate on comparing graphics, you will see whatever the hell you want to see... and people do. It's a great litmus test of how realistic your expectations were. But regardless of the hype, Halo 3 is a great game. Hype should have nothing to do with the way you rate the game, but for some odd reason, how a game was hyped is now as important as how a game plays or what it looks like. I'm giving Halo 3 a 9, not because I'm an emo child who has beef with everything that's popular or because I think "Marketing is duh devil." It's a jampacked package and each piece is relevant, polished, and fun. It's Halo 3, the sequel to Halo 2. What the hell were you expecting? If you have a predisposition to hate it, you will hate it, and vice versa. So, don't take my word for it. Odds are you already made up your mind.… Expand
  84. ArnieG
    Sep 28, 2007
    7
    Disapointing. The Halo sequels are very comparable in quality to the Matrix sequels....classic innovative original, medicore derivative sequels. And how is it possible for the biggest game of the year to have such sub-par graphics? They look almost identical to the X-Box! Some eye candy would have went a long way.
  85. AnonymousMC
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    The game really is a blast to play. I have never played a shooter with such a balance between fun campaign, fun multiplayer, fun co-op, fun and easy map editing, replay system, competitive co-op, and just overall polish.
    I can look and say Bioshock had better graphics (though tiny environments), Unreal Tournament had better multiplayer, Far Cry had an accessible level editor, Gears    The game really is a blast to play. I have never played a shooter with such a balance between fun campaign, fun multiplayer, fun co-op, fun and easy map editing, replay system, competitive co-op, and just overall polish.
    I can look and say Bioshock had better graphics (though tiny environments), Unreal Tournament had better multiplayer, Far Cry had an accessible level editor, Gears had good co-op, Half Life had better single player, Madden has instant replay....etc.
    But there isn't a single title yet that has combined all those things into one package and done each so well. It really is amazing when you think about other great shooters and how many less features they have.
    That is why Halo 3 is easily a 10.    … Expand
  86. DavidO.
    Sep 28, 2007
    3
    Fun, but way over rated and unoriginal. Too much hype, not enough new things. Lame single player.
  87. MattP.
    Sep 28, 2007
    9
    OK first off you either love halo or hate it, and to my suprise there are alot more ppl then i expected that hated it, and for the stupidest reasons. I mean ppl complaining that "its too basic" or theres not enough knew thngs, I mean ya theres just 2 new grenades, like 7 new wepons, new vehicles and air craft, and like new different peices of eqiupment, ya thats not enough at all! Also pplOK first off you either love halo or hate it, and to my suprise there are alot more ppl then i expected that hated it, and for the stupidest reasons. I mean ppl complaining that "its too basic" or theres not enough knew thngs, I mean ya theres just 2 new grenades, like 7 new wepons, new vehicles and air craft, and like new different peices of eqiupment, ya thats not enough at all! Also ppl saying that the single player sucks! dude, did u even play attention to the single player! better graphics, improved action and reloading bottons, the many aliens to kill, plenty of wehicle levels, I think the single player is very satisfying. the only thing i dont like is that the single player is just alittle too short, and thats it! multiplayer is just stellar, graphics ust unbelievable, and this game diffintly finishes the fight. Buy this game! dont listen to these ppl who complain to the littlest things, becuase it didnt live up to there standards, those ppl dont even look at the greatest cause there too up in there own head to realize it. Buy the game its worth it… Expand
  88. RichE
    Sep 28, 2007
    3
    Way way way overhyped. Single player feels like a kids game. The multiplayer is like a bad version of unreal tournament 2004. The public reviewers must have been paid off on this one. It's really nothing special and many 360 games have or will eclipse it.
  89. PatrickS.
    Sep 28, 2007
    9
    Halo 3 was what I expected, nothing more. That being said, It is still one of the best games for the Xbox 360. However it seems like Bungie could have done something more...
  90. TroyM.
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    Halo 3 is by far the best game on the 360 to date. The campaign is a blast with four player co-op and the A.I. makes for some very immersive battles, in addition the battles are nearly always on an epic scale. The story however will somewhat confuse new comers although it has a very satisfying ending for the hardcore Halo fans. New features like saved films and forge are great, and will Halo 3 is by far the best game on the 360 to date. The campaign is a blast with four player co-op and the A.I. makes for some very immersive battles, in addition the battles are nearly always on an epic scale. The story however will somewhat confuse new comers although it has a very satisfying ending for the hardcore Halo fans. New features like saved films and forge are great, and will add longevity to the game, not to say the amazing multiplayer by itself does not help, which is by far the best multiplayer experience on a console at this time. The only negative thing about Halo 3 is its graphics. There not bad by any means, but they are hardly in the running for a "best graphics" award. Moreover, Something… Expand
  91. PerryA.
    Sep 29, 2007
    9
    Nothing like a little hype to bring out the haters. Reading some these comments you'd think this game is the worst game in the world. It's not people, it isn't disappointing either- Bungie took what was great about their previous installments and took it to another level. Its great. I think its just a damn shame that people are comparing it to Gears of War and Bioshock- Nothing like a little hype to bring out the haters. Reading some these comments you'd think this game is the worst game in the world. It's not people, it isn't disappointing either- Bungie took what was great about their previous installments and took it to another level. Its great. I think its just a damn shame that people are comparing it to Gears of War and Bioshock- yeah they are great games with great graphics- but Halo doesn't aspire to be these games- Halo aspires to be Halo. And in #3 its the best Halo yet.… Expand
  92. Jm
    Sep 29, 2007
    4
    After playing this thing, I poked at the box to see if Bungie didn't paste a #3 over the 2 in Halo 2. Apart from the mediocre 5 hour campaign and Forge, this thing is Halo 2 with a coat of new paint. Don't try to sell me a 1980 Porche with a fresh coat of paint and tell me it is a brand new 2008 model. Bungie dissapointed me with this poor effort.
  93. AnonymousMC
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    It's an amazing game and guaranteed fun for days. The multiplayer is probably the best part and everyone who thinks the multiplayer sucks is retarded. As for the numerous comments about little kids you have the option to silence players or one player in particular. If you don't have it I suggest you buy it. Don't rent it finish the story line and give it back cause once youIt's an amazing game and guaranteed fun for days. The multiplayer is probably the best part and everyone who thinks the multiplayer sucks is retarded. As for the numerous comments about little kids you have the option to silence players or one player in particular. If you don't have it I suggest you buy it. Don't rent it finish the story line and give it back cause once you play multiplayer you won't want to stop. The game is an absolute must-buy.… Expand
  94. RatA.
    Jan 13, 2008
    4
    Multilayer leaves a lot to be desired. Not many maps, gets very repetitive. For some reason the buttons have changed around from Halo 2. No real new features to speak of. Lets hope Bungie puts more time into the Halo 4 multilayer. The story mode however is very good.
  95. AnonymousMC
    Oct 14, 2008
    7
    Don't get me wrong: It's not by any means a bad game. It's just that it's a notch above average. The campaign has an erratic difficulty curve that is about as stable as a guy who has just been put in an asylum. Your teammates are total morons that make druggies look like the child of the smartest couple in the world. Let me give an example: In The Ark, they toldDon't get me wrong: It's not by any means a bad game. It's just that it's a notch above average. The campaign has an erratic difficulty curve that is about as stable as a guy who has just been put in an asylum. Your teammates are total morons that make druggies look like the child of the smartest couple in the world. Let me give an example: In The Ark, they told me that they would let me fire. However, one decided that an enemy breathing more than twice a minute was hostile and opened fire. I was killed brutally by the hyper-intelligent AI. After that, I just turned to killing my allies and treating them like walking bags of ammo. The multiplayer, though is different: fun, engaging, and what saves this game from mediocrity.… Expand
  96. AndrewDeering
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    The rather brief campaign and hard-to-follow story are the only flaws on this gaming gem. Graphics are beautiful, vehicles and weapons are fun to use, environments are expansive and believable, and so many innovative features (saved films, meta-game, forge) add incredible replayability.

    And as always, Halo is the king of online multiplayer. With so many unique modes and excellent map    The rather brief campaign and hard-to-follow story are the only flaws on this gaming gem. Graphics are beautiful, vehicles and weapons are fun to use, environments are expansive and believable, and so many innovative features (saved films, meta-game, forge) add incredible replayability.

    And as always, Halo is the king of online multiplayer. With so many unique modes and excellent map balance, not to mention continual support from Bungie, it will keep players entertained for years to come.

    I would rate this 9.5 but I can't. Therefore 10 to help balance out the numerous OMG WURST GAME EVARR!!!!!!!!!!!!1111one reviews.    … Expand
  97. PeteD
    Oct 15, 2008
    0
    Over-hyped and overrated generic FPS. Almost as bad as HAZE and LAIR. Story mode is short and repetitive, however, this appears to be a trademark of Bungie and the Halo series. Awful shooting mechanic and boring selection of weapons. MP is laggy and unintuitive. Don't buy into the hype. This. game. sucks.
  98. PaulShelley
    Oct 17, 2008
    9
    Halo 3 is a good and very popular game, in fact I think it actually suffers from the fact that its popular. Internet trolls who must masturbate to the opening credits to CoD4 or wipe their pimply fuggly faces of tears while playing Bioshock hate Halo because its an every-mans game for adults. The replay value is great, the story is interesting and the gameplay is simple. By no means isHalo 3 is a good and very popular game, in fact I think it actually suffers from the fact that its popular. Internet trolls who must masturbate to the opening credits to CoD4 or wipe their pimply fuggly faces of tears while playing Bioshock hate Halo because its an every-mans game for adults. The replay value is great, the story is interesting and the gameplay is simple. By no means is it gods gift to man, but neither is CoD4. The only reason I can imagine why Halo gets so much crap is because Gamers are frightened that people who enjoy the company of women, drink occasionally and don't live in their parents basement can pick up and enjoy this game. Its a socially acceptable game where even 'frat dudes' can play it with out being considered nerdy. It is this social acceptance, which it seems many gamers never attain in their lives, that I can only attribute to its unpopularity with an internet community obsessed with anything non-halo as being SO much better then Halo, even though it still ranks up there with games like CoD4 in online play and popularity.
    Halo isn't a perfect game and the whole game plays like the first Halo game, but that's the point. In a world where it seems there needs to be something jaw dropping and eye catching like 'perks', 'plasmids' or 'frame rate' Halo remembers what old fashioned video game fun is. Its not realistic, but when you win a duel with a well placed grenade on Live or beat a 10 foot ape alien to death with a pistol you feel good. that's a feeling that is hard to get with CoD4's easy camp levels, broken tru skill system and defective 'perks' (which are complained about by even the most hardened Call of Duty 4 fan. Note that I said Call of Duty 4, not Call of Duty, there is a significant difference between the two.) Now Halo does have issues but where as logically I would give CoD4 an 8 or 8.5 as a result of those issues Halo gets a 9 because its problems aren't nearly as game breaking. Halo's issues, with nearly worthless equipment and at times nerfed weapons and maps, are problems but you can still play the game without those things affecting your experience at all. You can get around those problems and still have a fun time unlike Call of Duty 4 where you can only tolerate its problems just so long before you want to throw the controller across the room.
    In short Halo brings the fun, and lets you have all kinds of it, something most other games are hard pressed to do.    … Expand
  99. JohnS
    Dec 31, 2008
    6
    Generic is the best word to describe this series. Halo 1 took all the best parts from other games, and put it all into one game. Shoot all the bad guys, run over here, shoot all these guys, ok now run over here, kill these guys. It was FUN, and the story was actually engaging, involving twists, dramatic moments and a common hated enemy that you actually enjoyed killing. But then the Generic is the best word to describe this series. Halo 1 took all the best parts from other games, and put it all into one game. Shoot all the bad guys, run over here, shoot all these guys, ok now run over here, kill these guys. It was FUN, and the story was actually engaging, involving twists, dramatic moments and a common hated enemy that you actually enjoyed killing. But then the sequels came, and the series started to lag. Its like Bungie didnt even try to top themselves. the sequels do nothing new or exciting, and do nothing to enhance the series. Overrated is also another word to describe Halo 3. The critics absolutely praise this game like theyve never seen it done before. I played this game 10 years ago when it was called Doom, Half-Life, Tribes, Medal of Honor, Wolfenstein, and every other fps created before this game. This game is overrated, overyhyped, and has been done many times before, and better.… Expand
  100. Charle
    Oct 26, 2008
    10
    Actually I would give it a 9.8(doesnt give me the choice, but anyway). Halo 3 is endless hours of entertainment. With may modes such as forge, x-box live and custom game ssuch as forge. This game in my opinion be Game of the Year. My only negative is the story, just like Halo 2. A slight cliffhanger. Otherwise it is well one of my favorite games of all time.
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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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