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Xbox 360 · 2007

Halo 3

The third and concluding entry in the original Halo trilogy, developed by Bungie before the studio's transition to Microsoft.

Publisher
Microsoft Game Studios
Format
DVD
Genre
First-person shooter
Released
2007

01

Overview

Halo 3 wraps up the story arc of the original Halo trilogy of first-person shooters. Bungie developed the title before its transition to Microsoft. The campaign mode can be played solo or in co-op with up to three players.

02

Why it matters

As the trilogy's finale, it brought the original Halo story to its conclusion and marked Bungie's final work on the series before its transition to Microsoft. Its co-op campaign became a standard reference for shared console shooters of that era.

03

The physical edition

A typical complete copy includes a DVD disc in a standard Xbox 360 jewel case, usually accompanied by a printed instruction manual and any included bonus materials. Regional and promotional packaging can differ, so the exact contents may vary by edition.

04

Playing it today

On original Xbox 360 hardware the game runs as shipped, with campaign and co-op modes available. On modern setups the title generally requires an original console or compatible emulation, so check current compatibility notes before buying.