Halo 3: ODST
Main Game
RELEASED
7.5
Sep 22, 2009
Xbox 360PC (Microsoft Windows)+1byBungie•Microsoft Game Studios
Overview:|
This 2009 first-person shooter casts you as "The Rookie," an ODST dropped into the ruined city of New Mombasa during the Covenant invasion to uncover the truth behind the attack and reunite with your squad. The core gameplay involves tactical urban combat and exploration. Distinctive features include the non-linear campaign structure and the introduction of the cooperative Firefight mode, where players defend against escalating waves of enemies, alongside access to the full suite of competitive multiplayer maps.
This first-person shooter, originally released in 2009, shifts the focus of the conflict on Earth to the perspective of an elite squad of Orbital Drop Shock Troopers (ODSTs). Set against the backdrop of the besieged Kenyan port city of New Mombasa in the year 2552, players step into the boots of "The Rookie," a newly deployed trooper separated from their squad during a catastrophic slipspace event caused by the Covenant invasion. The core experience revolves around navigating the ruined, sprawling urban environment, piecing together the events surrounding the invasion, and locating your scattered teammates to complete a critical, top-secret mission. The atmosphere is characterized by tense urban warfare and exploration through a city left devastated by alien forces.
Core Gameplay and Setting
The gameplay loop centers on tactical combat and environmental traversal within the shattered cityscape of New Mombasa. As an ODST, players utilize specialized equipment and weaponry suited for close-quarters urban engagements. The narrative unfolds non-linearly, allowing players to experience different segments of the invasion from the viewpoints of various squad members before converging on the main objective.
A significant departure from previous installments is the emphasis on stealth and survival elements woven into the traditional shooter mechanics. Players must utilize the shadows and verticality of the destroyed metropolis to evade overwhelming Covenant forces while searching for clues and allies.
What makes this game unique?
Cooperative Firefight Mode
Beyond the main campaign, this title introduced Firefight, a highly replayable cooperative mode. This feature pits up to four players against increasingly difficult, randomized waves of Covenant enemies across various maps. It offers a distinct, wave-based survival challenge separate from the main story.
Multiplayer Experience
The game includes the complete collection of multiplayer maps available for the core game experience, providing extensive options for competitive online play. This package features several battlegrounds designed for intense, arena-style combat against other players.
Platform Availability and Current Access
Originally launched for the Xbox 360, this title has since become accessible on newer hardware, including the Xbox One and PC (Microsoft Windows), ensuring a broad player base can experience the campaign and multiplayer offerings.
Additional Content Notes
It is important to note that this main game release does not include any separate DLCs or expansions.
Game Details
Primary Name: Halo 3: ODST
Alternative Names:
Halo 3: Recon (Other)
Halo 3: Recon (Other Alias)
Type: Main Game
Series: Halo
Developer: Bungie
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Engine: Halo 3
Release Information
Release Date: Sep 22, 2009
Genres & Themes
Genres: Shooter
Themes: Warfare, Action, Science fiction, Stealth
Platforms
Xbox 360PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox One
Game Modes
Perspective: First person
Player Modes: Offline Co-op, Online Co-op, LAN Co-op, Campaign Co-op, Split Screen, Multiplayer
Game Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Age Ratings
ESRB:M (Mature)
PEGI:16+
CERO:D (17+)
USK:16+
GRAC:19+
ACB:M (Mature)
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