Halo 3: ODST Review

There are places where Halo 3: ODST could be improved, but when it comes right down to it, every Halo fan should buy this game. Even if you've lost interest in the franchise over the years or haven't ever given a Halo game a look, you'd do well to grab ODST and a few friends for some of the best multiplayer gaming around, especially with as wonderful an addition as Firefight. The campaign is a tad short, but well-crafted and exciting. Then there's a whole disc full of multiplayer maps, though you may already own the bulk of them.

Halo 3: ODST isn't a true sequel, but it is more than a standard expansion. If you're on the fence about buying it, drop your reservations and go snag a copy. If you love Halo, you owe it to yourself to pick this up as soon as you can.

IGN Ratings for Halo 3: ODST (X360)

Rating	Description
out of 10
9.0	Presentation A tight story and well-crafted world make for one of Bungie's best efforts to date.
9.0	Graphics The Halo 3 engine is starting to show its age, but the art team has done its best to make this one a looker.
10	Sound Another Halo game, another fantastic soundtrack.
9.0	Gameplay The campaign might be a tad short, but it sure is satisfying. The fresh approach to Halo is a winner.
9.0	Lasting Appeal Firefight is awesome. It would be even better with matchmaking.
9.0 Outstanding	OVERALL (out of 10 / not an average)

[IGN]