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from Moncks Corner, SC
This game is totally awesome. Simply put. The presentation and gameplay are great, just as Halo games have always been. The multiplayer has been improved from Halo 2 (even though a few erratic things still happen). The new Forge and Theater modes add a whole new level of awesomeness to the game as well. Even though, this game has a short campaign mode and does not have the best graphics on the Xbox 360, it still has the best multiplayer and probably the best gameplay. Hopefully Bungie and Microsoft will keep 'em coming while keeping the series fresh.
What's great about it: Great graphics, sound, controls, and multiplayer, as always. Most new weapons are great additions.
What's not so great: Graphics aren't quite as good as some Xbox 360 games, and the campaign is just as short as Halo 2's.
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Probably one of the best games you will ever buy. The gaem itself isn't that hard/long to pass but even then you still enjoy all of it and the online play is incredible. Definitely a must-own for any gamer out there.
What's great about it: Good storyline, awesome online play, great graphics, best game so far
What's not so great: ? cant think of any.. just maybe a bit too short?
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from Post Falls, ID
What a game... I'm still playing it pretty "hard-core" and am still loving it. Overall I found it to be an epic game that I am still and going to be (for a while) addicted to. The gameplay is quit impressive and adds a solid number of weapons to the collection as well as a few extra cool grenade-like weapons that allow provide an extra shield, a shield regenerator and air lifting. Those are very helpful, though a little tough to get used to. 'Not to mention the extra vehicles... There is now a little 4-wheeler which is a TON of fun. They could easily make a racing game type in Halo 3 which I would personally LOVE playing. I don't think it goes any faster than any other vehicle in the game, but it's (small) size makes it look like your goin a hundred miles an hour around the maps.
I thought the campaign was good. It had a great amount of detail and was a fair deal of fun. HOWEVER, it was WAY too short. I think I only got a good 5 hours of solid game-play out of the campaign... Though I have to admit, you could probably compound that a few times if you are intent on finding all of the hidden skulls and achievements without any help.
The multiplayer aspect is much more fun, but can be much more frustrating. I have an excellent internet connection (topples most of the "average" internet connections - according to bandwidth tests) and still have some troubles with lag. I have spent a great deal of my life playing games and can confidently say I know the difference between lag problems and being a newb... And in Halo 3, even with a GREAT internet connection, I constantly find that I am (one) not getting assigned the game host and (two) getting fouled on some kills that I should have gotten due to lag issuess.
There are a few OTHER things I would like to note about the game which I think help it make the best of the year... (one) The Forge - This is a part of the game that allows you to modify the maps that are played by being able to place weapons, equipment and vehicles anywhere you want in the map. I have not had a great deal of experience with this yet, but find it as a neat add-on that I might get into when I get a little more bored with the game (a couple years from now). (two) The Theatre - This allows you to go and watch previous games that have been played and take recordings and screenshots. This is really fun and allows you to share your moments of excellence with the rest of the world. If you catch a glitch, you can rewind in the theatre and see how it happened and show everyone else, too! (three) The ranking has changed a bit for online play. Now, you have badges on top of your actual ranked match ranking that are associated with you based on your experience (the number of games you win). This "ranking" exists whether or not you play in ranked matches or not. It's kind of a way to tell how experienced of players your up against. I have seen a few people lately with the "Major" ranking hitting something like 300+ games won. It definately helps keep you in the game shooting to get the next badge.
Despite the few problems I have with the game (which will hopefully get resolved one day by Bungie), I love the game and can't stop playing it. It is challenging & intriguing and marvles other games in its genre. Recommended HANDS DOWN.
What's great about it: Multi-player campaign local AND online.
What's not so great: Sometimes painfully long waits in matchmaking.
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I recently have bought this game for my boyfriend for his birthday. He said that it was outstanding. The graphics are just incredible. Ladies, if you want to get your man something for his birthday that you know he will love, THIS is it. Trust me. He has never liked a video game more. It is amazing. Do yourself a favor. Impress him with buying him this video game. Wow.
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from St. Louis, MO
With all the hype that was involved with this game, I have to say I was disappointed upon finishing the game. The campaign is way too short for people who got the game for this reason. It seems as if they focused more on the people who have xbox live rather than those who do not. Do not get me wrong, the xbox live is great and always will be, but this is about the only thing that delivers for this game.
What's great about it: great online play, co-op, level creator, ability to tkae videos and screenshots within the game